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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features photographer Jim Schlett who discusses his photography and month-long NPAF artist-residency at Fort Union National Monument in Norther New Mexico. Learn more about Jim and view his work at https://photomanva.zenfolio.com/ Fort Union National Monument, located in Mora County near Watrous, New Mexico, was the largest frontier military post and supply center of the southwest. It also was the hub of commerce, national defense, and migration at the final stretch of the Santa Fe Trail. The richly evocative remnants of a post-civil war era adobe fort became a National Monument in 1954 under the Eisenhower administration. More at https://www.nps.gov/foun/index.htmLearn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residenty programs at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY NATIONAL NO HOUSEWORK DAY ....! From Coffee and Beer, to Newspapers, Matches, Fort Windy, Marbles and Football, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 7, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: "Girl on Fire" by Alicia Keys, "One More Cup of Coffee (Valley Below) by The White Stripes, "One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer" by George Thorogood & The Destroyers, "Building a Fire" by Shelley King, "Against the Wind" by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band, "Lewis & Clark" by Tommy Emmanuel, "Marbles" by Carlos Santana & Buddy Miles, "We Will Rock You" by Queen, "The Sun Always Shines on TV" by A-ha, "Newspaper Wife" by Vonda Shepard, "Bali Hai" by Peggy Lee, "April in Paris" by Billie Holiday, "The Moment of Truth" by Survivor, "Song from the Hills" by Ravi Shankar.LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLISTS HERE: * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJJc5gLZUiuGD_0QO7ZVjGqa * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5WMijMvdYuUZ76qPNKEaqW?si=405e71bf28e54699 CELEBRATE TODAY:* ARTICLE OF THE DAY – Brewmance Documentary Movie podcast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/brewmance-movie/ * RECIPE OF THE DAY – Fluffy Blueberry Cake by Pascal Naessen: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fluffy-blueberry-cake/ * PUZZLE – Colorado’s Grand Valley: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discover-colorados-grand-valley/ * PARK OF THE DAY – For Union National Monument in New Mexico: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/fort-windy-endures-through-time/* BIG BLEND RADIO SHOW oF THE DAY – Photographer Jim Schlett at Fort Union National Monument. Listen at 4pm PT / 7pm ET or later at https://youtu.be/q8SV4ok2tZ8Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on spring and summer fun in the communities that make up California's Sequoia Country.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/W91Lx0kjY9A Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council:- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/ - Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia - Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce - https://www.portervillechamber.org/ Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY SORRY CHARLIE DAY ....! From Burritos and Popcorn to Divas, Tartans, Athletes and Airplanes, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 6, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST: * YOUTUBE: ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLIER4psVrhiwIu8CivdMvY⁠ * SPOTIFY: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3JzFhBK9I8tEeKcYZhuj9e?si=0a5a6419c0384e95⁠CELEBRATE TODAY:* ARTICLE OF THE DAY – Best & Worst Cookware: ⁠https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/best-and-worst-cookware/⁠ * PUZZLE – Black Bear Painting by Joy Collier: ⁠https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/black-bear-jigsaw-puzzle/⁠ * PARK OF THE DAY – Naranja Park in Oro Valley, Arizona: ⁠https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/naranja-park-in-oro-valley-arizona/⁠ * BIG BLEND RADIO SHOW oF THE DAY – Spring & Summer Travel in Tulare County, CA. Listen at 4pm PT / 7pm ET or later at ⁠https://youtu.be/W91Lx0kjY9A⁠ Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blendradioandtv.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at ⁠https://nationalparktraveling.com/⁠  Special THANK YOU to Christy Wood at Wood ‘N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, CA: ⁠https://www.wdnhorse.com/⁠  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of springtime and the upcoming Earth Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Sustainability with Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear about how they run an environmentally-friendly winery that cares about the vineyard and its surrounding landscape, their sustainable wine making practices, springtime in the vineyards, wine pairing tips, and more.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/N5smdvIdBaMSee Peggy's Baked Glazed Ham Recipe (perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas gatherings) here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY GO FOR BROKE DAY....! From National Dandelion Day and Bell Bottoms Day, to Educators & Military Heroes, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 5, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKPen2mZTBXNeUAFNfT9n__ * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o6CITAuzR9skYnPwBDvJc?si=5df926f022b045dc CELEBRATE TODAY:* RECIPE OF THE DAY - Baked Glaze Ham: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/ * ARTICLE OF THE DAY – Why Parks Are Good for Your Heart: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/why-parks-are-good-for-your-heart/ * PUZZLE & PARK OF THE DAY 0 Yuma West Wetlands in Yuma, Arizona: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-yumas-west-wetlands-park/ * BIG BLEND RADIO SHOW oF THE DAY – Wine Time with Peggy. Listen at 4pm PT / 7pm ET or later at https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blendradioandtv.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Special THANK YOU to The Peanut Patch. Visit https://thepeanutpatch.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From rescuing baby squirrels and birds to understanding wildlife that you may see while out on a hike, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Adventures in Asheville" show focuses on on the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.Featured guest is Savannah Trantham, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a nonprofit that coordinates wildlife rehabilitation efforts in western North Carolina by providing care for injured and orphaned wildlife, supporting the wildlife rehabilitation network, and offering conservation education to the community. More at: https://www.appalachianwild.org/Guest cohosts are Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY WALK AROUND THINGS DAY....! From National Tell a Lie Day to International Carrot Day, and the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr, to the birth of Maya Angelou, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 4, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIYyycC_Z9x9JCDkFN-DMgP * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1uNJMMJF5bPFwpHdadOUQg?si=398f56ac68144714 CELEBRATE TODAY:* RECIPE OF THE DAY - Carrots & Fennel: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/raw-and-roasted-carrots-and-fennel-with-feta-and-pistachios/ * ARTICLE OF THE DAY - ENGLAND'S NATIONAL PARKS: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-englands-national-parks/ * PUZZLE OF THE DAY - Wildflowers of Pinnacles: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/wildflowers-of-pinnacles-national-park/ * PARK OF THE DAY - Chimney Rock State Park: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/chimney-rock-day-trip-from-asheville/ * BIG BLEND RADIO SHOW oF THE DAY - Appalachian Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina. Listen at 4pm PT / 7pm ET or later at https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville Today's show was recorded in Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://blendradioandtv.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Lee Marvin and Clark Gable, and Ronald Reagan to Julia Child, this episode of Big Blend Radio features military history author Mike Guardia and Hollywood History podcaster Steve Schneickert, who discusses celebrities who served in the military and who went to war. Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of 25 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you living your life to the fullest and experiencing every single moment with joy? Imagine savoring each day like a delicious meal, relishing in its individual flavors until all of us come together for an unforgettable feast. Join us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show where we explore what it truly means to be happy and discover how we can create our own yummy-delicious life!WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/TRoN4G3C8gwRead Shelley' Whizin's "Yummy Delicious Life" Article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/to-live-or-not-live-a-yummy-delicious-life/Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday at https://shows.acast.com/soul-diving-with-shelley-whizin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Chayote and Guava Paste to Pee Wee Medley Potatoes and Miracle Berry Cubes, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on produce and product trends for 2023 with Robert Schueller of Melissa's / World Variety Produce Inc., and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hot-trendy-and-new-produce-trends-2023/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Fh0lxaTE7fAMelissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Matt Dorsey, a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist from Orange County, CA. Best known as a founding member of Sound of Contact he has also played with Beth Hart, Dave Kerzner, In Continuum, and most recently with the all-star progressive rock cover band ProgJect.WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/z88AwVF8l_MHear about Matt's new progressive rock album "Let Go." On it. Matt sings and plays guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion and, on two of the songs, the drums. Marco Minnemann provides drums on three tracks and Jonathan Mover on another three. Dave Kerzner performs a keyboard solo that he wrote for one of the songs. The album releases on April 7, 2023. More: https://www.mattdorseyofficial.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features internationally esteemed professional songwriters Indo-Canadian Raj Ramayya and San Francisco native Brett Boyd, who discuss their latest album "San Francisco." Known as THE BEAUTIFUL LOSERS, their music is described as “Indian-influenced electro-acoustic alternative rock." Though they draw influence from a wide range of iconic rock artists, it’s their diverse and innovative musical style and their unforgettable songs with poignant lyrics that define and set the band apart. More: https://tbl2022.bandcamp.com/WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/wlNn8ckI-10Special thanks to the ⁠National Parks Arts Foundation⁠. https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blues-rock prodigies are a special breed... This episode of Big Blend Radio features Louisiana-born and Texas-based blues-rocker ⁠Clay Melton. ⁠His powerfully raspy voice and wicked guitar licks leave no doubt he’s grown up in the school of barroom blues-rock. Enjoy the conversation and the two new singles from his forthcoming new album "Alive on a Wire" (released February 24, 2023), and the second new single, "Runner" which will be released on April 14, 2023. More: https://www.claymelton.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s wine country, just forty miles from Portland, is the city of McMinnville. From art and wine, to aviation and space history, outdoor recreation, dining, and lodging at McMenamins Hotel Oregon, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her experience in this Willamette Valley destination. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mcminnvilles-charms-are-many/Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Riki Rachtman, former host of the MTV Heavy Metal show "Headbangers Ball", and creator of the iconic Cathouse nightclub in Hollywood. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/G4SYzlBbz4gFor decades Riki has been the face of hard rock and heavy metal having worked with some of the biggest names in rock 'n roll, and he's sharing some of those wild stories on his "One Foot In The Gutter" one man show in America and in Australia. "One Foot in the Gutter" is a fun fast paced non-stop roller coaster ride jam packed with stories, tales, and true life fables from Riki himself….Riki is uncensored, unapologetic and not at a loss for words. A must see for any rock fan. Get the scoop and see the tour schedule: https://www.cathousehollywood.com/Special thanks to Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. See: https://www.lion-rose.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Joey Stuckey talks about accessible audio technology for the blind. Joey is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator, and sound engineer. He's also the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “Southern Rock Capital of the World.” More at: https://www.joeystuckey.com/Joey joins us as special guest cohost every 4th Sunday on Big Blend Radio's new Big Daily Blend music and pop culture podcast on Spotify. Follow the show here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UVvJMA5wmX2dE7YXF6yxP?si=d763c43a56164a54 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the a beautiful sandy beach in Norfolk to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours, who talks about the various experiences you can have walking England's spectacular coastal paths. Read his article here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-englands-varied-coastline/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gIw-xpby4b4Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. Follow his podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-englandLearn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Levin, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications for the National Park Trust, who discusses the organization's 13th Annual Kids To Parks Day, held across the country on May 20, 2023. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/s8HhNOax8k8Always hosted on the third Saturday of May, Kids to Parks Day encourages kids and families to get outside and create their own adventure at thousands of local park events and programs. National Park Trust works with cities and towns, teachers, families, park and public lands officials, and numerous sponsors and partners to make these events possible. Get involved here: https://parktrust.org/kids-to-parks-day/Airing every third Friday, this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on women's history.FEATURED GUESTS- ROGER BELL - Historian and President of the Jefferson Highway Association shares the story of Ada Kimbell from Shreveport, Louisiana. - JONITA MULLINS - Historian, speaker, and author of "The Jefferson Highway in Oklahoma," talks about Alice Robertson from Muskogee, Oklahoma. More: https://jonitamullins.weebly.com/ - PAT SCHULTZ - Educator and author of "Amazing Women of Early Mason City," talks about Carrie Lane Chapman Catt who lived Charles City which is near Mason City, Iowa. More: https://wrightonthepark.org/product/amazing-women-of-early-mason-city-book/ Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over California's new laws regarding gig drivers and courier companies, plus, explains some more "legalese" legal terms. See his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/gig-drivers-are-exempt-from-ab5-and-are-independent-contractors/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/8c-v0osdHtAWard Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://shows.acast.com/ward-heinrichs-employment-law Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show focus on what to experience this Spring in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Hear about outdoor activities like hiking in Kisatchie National Forest and kayaking Cane River or competing in fishing tournaments, and seasonal events like the Melrose Arts & Crafts Festival, Sale on the Trail, and the Annual Jazz & R&B Festival. Featured guest is Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Plan your visit at: https://natchitoches.com/Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. From birdwatching and outdoor adventures to festivals, music, and foodie fun, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Benjamin J. Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, who shares what to experience in Lafayette this spring and summer 2023. More: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/uzMwQqPUaB8For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her Chicken & Avocado Salad, and easy, colorful, and healthy dish that's perfect for spring and summer. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-and-avocado-salad/Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The roots of Celtic Art are very old yet can still be seen to influence the arts of calligraphy and jewelry today. The motifs and decorative patterns related to what we call Celtic Art can be found in a wide geographic area from the New Grange tomb in Ireland dating from 3300 B.C. (pre-dating the Great Pyramids of Egypt) to the Scythian art found as far east as Siberia dating from the 7th century B.C., and in nearly every European country in between. Exceptions are those countries along the Mediterranean coast where the influences of Classical civilization were strong.On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about the history Celtic art. Read her article, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-origins-of-celtic-art/Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all about Traveling in Ireland on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday Vacation Station "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From wild outdoor adventures to looking for fairies and touring historic sites, hear IFWTWA travel writers share their adventures in Ireland and beyond, as well as tips on planning your visit to the "Emeraldn Isle." They also discuss their writing, photography and travel backgrounds, along with their latest and upcoming adventures.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/UmibR0GzIocFEATURED GUESTS- MARYROSE DENTON has traveled throughout the U.S., Canada, and into Western Europe, and is excited to keep adding cultural, sustainable, off-the-beaten-path adventures both at home and abroad to her bucket list. Follow her adventures at https://maryrosedentonwriter.com/- KATHLEEN MESSMER is a photographer, travel writer, and founder of Indie Spirit Live! She believes travel instills an appreciation for other world cultures and history you can't achieve staying in your comfort zone. Follow her adventures at https://indiespirit.live/- ED & JENNIFER COLEMAN, known as "Coleman Concierge," share their stories of amazing adventures through activity-driven transformational and experiential travel. Follow their adventures (including Ireland) at https://www.colemanconcierge.com/Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the connection between competence and trust. Hear about how competence effects leadership, teamwork, career development, and more. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oKDmHbGgSRsLea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From escorted coach tours to road tripping, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features Cheryl Ogle who shares some of the different ways you can tour and Ireland. Check out Cheryl's blog outlining three main ways to explore the Emerald Isle: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/03/13/everyone-is-irish-on-st-patricks-day/WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/wZ0ta8xwELEOn Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Dave DeGolyer from Explore Steuben, who shares what to experience in Corning and Steuben County, up in the Finger Lakes region of New York StateBetween the extraordinary landscape and outdoor adventures, the charming small towns, the variety and affordability of activities, the accessibility of the region, the first-rate culinary options and award-winning wineries, world-renowned art, and the laid-back, unpretentious vibe that distinguishes the region’s personality, it’s difficult to find anywhere quite like Steuben County.  Plan your visit: http://www.exploresteuben.com/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/OQI7i4y1cGoSpecial thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary British blues-rock band Savoy Brown have released a new album "Blues All Around" on Quarto Valley Records after the passing of acclaimed founder, Kim Simmonds. The album showcases Kim's most-inspired guitar work and expressive vocals, since his illness during the recording sessions lead him to play a great deal more slide guitar than on previous albums.On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Savoy Brown drummer Garnet Grimm and bass player Pat DeSalvo talk about their friendship and experiences performing and recording with Kim Simmonds, and the new album "Blues All Around." More here: https://savoybrown.com/WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/LVwVkMLjS8s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun talks about the life and art career of famed Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia, as well as the current exhibits on display until Aug. 30, 2023 including:- “DeGrazia Underground: Miners and Prospectors of the Old West”- “On the Trail with Ted DeGrazia”- “Abstract Paintings of Ted DeGrazia”- “The Way of the Cross”DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attending a Conference or Business Retreat in Palm Springs? Or maybe you're looking for a sunny and relaxing destination to work remotely? It's all about Mixing Business with Pleasure in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JeBZ4eqP1BoFEATURED GUESTS:- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com- Robert Hunt - Alcazar Hotel Palm Springs - https://alcazarpalmsprings.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Famous for picturesque coastal towns, 300 miles of shoreline, and ten waterfront towns, Door County, Wisconsin, is much more than having “something for everyone.” From State Parks and Trolley Tours to Goats on Rooftops and Belgian Chapels, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features photographer and journalist Julie Diebolt Price who shares her adventures in Door County. See her photos and story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/make-door-county-wisconsin-your-next-destination/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON PODBEAN: https://youtu.be/Zwi7Z8yGFTsSpecial thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and photographer Debbra Dunning Brouillette shares her Alaska cruising adventures with Holland America. She visited Glacier Bay, as well as three ports — Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan. See her story and photos here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/visit-alaska-on-a-holland-america-inside-passage-cruise/WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/bGrg9_5Lc_s Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Albuquerque to Silver City, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two New Mexico B&B destinations that have two unique spring experiences. Featured Bed & Breakfasts:- Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque. See: https://bottger.com/- Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila, near Silver City. See: https://www.casitasdegila.com/WATCH THSI PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/d-MpYYSjXVkStay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Gary Born, author of "The File," a nail-biting thriller centered on international espionage. Leaning into his experience as a preeminent international lawyer, Born weaves an exciting tale that spans Africa, the Middle East and Europe in a relentless pursuit of WWII Nazi intel that will enthrall the reader from the first page. WATCH THE PODCAST HERE: https://youtu.be/EklAqK9gcXU"The File" by Gary Born is out through Histria Books, March 28, 2023. Pre-order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/File-Gary-Born/dp/1592112056 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From wildflowers and waterfalls, to festivals and events, the Biltmore Mansion and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Spring Adventures in Asheville, North Carolina.Featured guests Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville" are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the potato famine to a hard start as immigrants in America, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features Mike Guardia who discusses the history of Irish Americans.Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of 25 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s springtime and you know what that means. Making way for new growth. To do that, we must take away some of those overgrown weeds that hinder our growth from our internal gardens.On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley," show, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin shares three ways to clean out the weeds and debris that can take space in one's soul garden. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-cleaning-for-the-soul/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/hdp-WpdRQi0Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Instead of just offering one winery’s line of wine, the Wine Collective features a large variety of all Arizona wines. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" shares her wine tasting experience at the Wine Collective in Scottsdale, Arizona. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-the-wine-collective/WATCH THSI PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/x56uov-x3QkLinda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features scientist turned comedian Ben Miller who discusses his career and month-long NPAF residency in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Learn more about Ben at https://www.benmillercomedy.com/Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residenty programs at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Planning a trip to see those magnificent Giant Sequoia Trees? This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on spring outdoor adventures in California's Sequoia Country.Featured Guests:- Sinitia Kawasaki-Lee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. Info: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoiaWATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_POybHermaMLocated in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all about Spring Wines and Pairings on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear about spring wine pairings, LDV Winery's new releases and vineyard happenings, and what the term "budbreak" is all about.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-VzmVX1ajBsSee Peggy's Spring Wine Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-wine-pairing/ Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From historic lighthouses and rugged beaches to charming coastal villages, fresh local seafood, and comfy harbor lodgings, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures on Long Beach Peninsula in Washington State. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/lots-to-love-about-washingtons-long-beach-peninsula/Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every third Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features "Starlite & Campbell," the husband/wife music duo Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell. Suzy is a songwriter, visual artist, and multi-instrumentalist. Simon is an artist, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter and music producer. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/az8DEtkgyNsHear about their recent tour and current projects including their new multimedia project 'Starlite.One' and podcast "The Supertone" and so much more. Keep up with their music and projects at:https://starlite-campbell.com https://starlite.one  http://supertonerecords.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine," who discusses the recipe and story about Hamantaschen, a scrumptious cookie usually eaten on the Jewish holiday Purim. See her recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hamantaschen-for-purim/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From birdwatching in the countryside to walking the forest and coastline, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, who talks about what to experience in the England's outdoor areas. Read his article that shares a sample of what your "great outdoors itinerary" could be: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/exploring-the-great-outdoors-of-england/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/S6TdZp_3YS4Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode fo Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Jesse Gilbert who is the senior biologist, President and Chief Executive Officer for the Texas State Aquarium Association. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/QHyJ3Xyi8FYOn March 2, 2023, the Texas State Aquarium will also open a new Wildlife Rescue Center. The goal is to use what the aquarium has learned about marine mammals to save wild animals in danger (many times of extinction). Once they bring affected animals to the rescue center, they treat them -- as in a hospital -- and then release them back into the wild. The program works hand-in-hand with U.S. Fish and Wildlife and other government entities to target and save endangered species. More: https://www.texasstateaquarium.org/.Airing every third Friday and select "Eco-Mondays" this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the life and history of George Washington Carver, the acclaimed botanist, scientist, educator, and inventor who changed the world of agriculture in the south. From Missouri to Iowa, Texas, and beyond, his legacy is part of the Jefferson Highway. A key place to experience his story is at the George Washington Carver National Monument, the first unit of the National Park Service dedicated to an African AmericanFeatured Guests:- Roger Bell - Historian and President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Paxton J. Williams - Actor/Playwright/Chautauqua Scholar; creator and performing of the one-man play, "Listening to the Still Small Voice.” Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: jeffersonhighway.org/Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: www.natchitoches.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Federal and California law protects certain classes of employees from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and adverse employment actions. Generally, the law in California protects more classes of employees. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs outlines the various Federal and California protected classes. See his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/protected-classes-how-many-are-out-there/WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iFnH6cA_w1QWard Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.