Viva Variety! Hosted by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, Big Blend Radio educates, entertains and inspires! Topics include: Music, Books & The Arts; Travel & Recreation; Food & Drink; National Parks & Public Lands; History & Culture; Nature & Environment; Home & Garden; Family & Education; Business & Career; and much more!
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Jeanne McKinney - Triumph Over the Taliban
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This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's WAY BACK WHEN History Podcast features award-winning military journalist, author, and documentary filmmaker Jeanne McKinney, who discusses her new book, "Triumph Over the Taliban: The Untold Story of US Marines’ Courageous Fight to Save Camp Bastion." Award-winning military history author and historian Mike …
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Author Lowell E. Baier - Earth’s Emergency Room
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In honor of Great Outdoors Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features legal and environmental historian, author, and attorney Lowell E. Baier. Hear about his latest book, "Earth’s Emergency Room: Saving Species as the Planet and Politics Get Hotter." "Earth's Emergency Room" is a celebration of 50 years of the Endang…
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Author Clay Shwab - Manny Shwab and the George Dickel Company
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There was once a Tennessee whiskey that dwarfed Jack Daniel's, and a powerful man was behind it: V.E. "Manny" Shwab. Until now, virtually nothing has been written about either. This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Clay Shwab, who discusses his biography about his great-grandfather, "Manny Shwab and the George…
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Outdoor Adventures on the Historic Jefferson Highway
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Celebrate Great Outdoors Month and National Rivers Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show that focuses on Itasca State Park in Minnesota and the Empress Boat Club in Iowa Falls. FEATURED GUESTS: - ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association. Info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/ - CONNIE COX - Le…
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Attorney Ward Heinrichs - Summer and Minimum Wage
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on paid vacation time and minimum wage. Read his article outlining the laws, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/summer-fun-and-minimum-wage/ Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost …
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From writers and authors to innkeepers and pet sitters, travel advisors and destination experts, this Big Blend Radio "Women Making History" Podcast Panel Discussion focuses on Women Who Travel the World. FEATURED GUESTS: * Innkeeper Karen Wilson: https://www.lion-rose.com/ * Innkeeper Tiffany Bertram: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/ * Pet…
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Debbie Stone - Exploring the Outer Banks of North Carolina
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In celebration of Great Outdoors Month and Oceans Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, is all about the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina. The Outer Banks is a chain of barrier islands along the coastline of North Carolina. It boasts 100-plus miles of wide-open shoreline, charming villages an…
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Camp Verde Artists Group in Central Arizona
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show focuses on the new artists group in Camp Verde, Arizona. Spearheaded by artist Mary Rush, this initiative not only connects local artists as a community (so far over 40 artists), but is also working to add original art as part of the region's greater tourism experience with exhibits, studio t…
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Author Kevin Fedarko - A Walk in the Park
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In honor of Great Outdoors Month and National Rivers Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show features award-winning author Kevin Fedarko who discusses his new book, "A WALK IN THE PARK: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon." It shares the odyssey Kevin his best friend and photographer Pete McBride …
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Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia's Murals, Mosaics, and Originals
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's Murals, Mosaics (pictured), and Originals. 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 h…
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Musician Joey Stuckey - Live from Macon
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND with co-host Joey Stuckey, focuses on his new album, "Joey Stuckey - Live from Macon." This in-studio recording was done during the filming of "Vision," an 11-minute documentary by Michael Whalen that showcases Joey's music and inspirations. Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Sout…
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Oceans, Seas, Rivers & The Great Outdoors Of England
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows is all about the oceans, seas, rivers, and outdoor experiences you can enjoy in the United Kingdom. From walking coastal paths to cruising on a narrowboat, check out Glynn's article that spotlights some of the beautiful and memorable adventures you can have, here: https:…
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Hospitality Insider with Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels
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It's all about attention to detail and exemplary customer service on this special Hospitality Insider episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show. Hear about the unique guest experiences provided by the boutique hotels that are part of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels. FEATURED GUESTS: * Robert Hunt - General Man…
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Bylines, Shine & Wine - Writers and Authors Happy Hour Hang Out
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast features writers and authors, mostly of the mystery and crime genre, along with some historical fiction, travel writing and editing expertise to round out the discussion. FEATURED GUESTS: * Author Matt Cost who inspired this episode - https://www.mattcost.net/ * Travel Writer and autho…
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Carmine Appice - Temple of Blues Album by Cactus
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll" Show features iconic drummer Carmine Appice, founding member of the blues rock band Cactus. Carmine is also a founding member of Vanilla Fudge and has performed and/or recorded with Rod Stewart, Jeff Beck, Ozzy, and Pink Floyd, amongst others. Cactus is as heavy, bluesy, and uncompromi…
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Lea Brovedani - End-of-Life Road Trip
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Finish this sentence ..... "Before I die, I want to visit _____" On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea talks about fulfilling your bucket list, especially in regards to travel. Even if you are not able to travel anymore, there are still ways to get whet your wanderlust appetite. Lea's 5 …
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Doug Kistner - Allstar Project Studio D'Lux
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features Doug Kistner, keyboardist, singer, songwriter, and leader of the allstar project Studio D'Lux. Hear about their new single, "Not in a Million Years" featuring trumpeter Lee Loughnane of Chicago, guitarist Jon Herington of Steely Dan, and famed rock drummer Liberty Devitto who tours and records with Billy Joe…
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Cheryl Ogle - How to Avoid Travel Burnout
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Have you ever needed a vacation after your vacation? Are you trying to balance travel while working remotely? From jet lag to cramming too much on your itinerary, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle, focuses on the various ways you can avoid travel burnout. Check out Cheryl's…
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Lost Angel Travel Adventures in Costa Rica
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From hiking through tropical rainforests to outrigger surfing, it's all about Costa Rica on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou." Hear about Linda's recent 13-day trip to Costa Rica with Overseas Adventure Travel. You can read Linda's articles about her trip NABBW.org here: - Part 1: From the Lush Rainf…
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Author Tamara J. Walker - Beyond the Shores
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In honor of Juneteenth, this episode of Big Blend Radio features author and writer Tamara J. Walker who discusses her book, "Beyond the Shores: A History of African Americans Abroad," which is a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice. Part historical exploration, part travel memoir, "Beyond the Shores" reveals poignant histories of a diverse gr…
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Natchitoches-NSU 44th Annual Folk Festival in Louisiana
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This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast focuses on the 44th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival which will be held on Saturday July 20, 2024, in the air-conditioned Prather Coliseum at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Featured Guests are Dr. Shane Rasmussen – NSU Professor of English & Director of t…
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Blind Lemon Pledge - Oh So Good Album
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Podcast features award-winning Bay Area singer-songwriter Blind Lemon Pledge (James Byfield) who talks about his latest album "Oh So Good." “Oh So Good,” Pledge’s 10th album of originals and covers, displays Pledge’s impressive compositional range with tunes ranging from Blues to Folk to Jazz to…
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Janice Sakata-Schultze - The Best of Golden, Colorado
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From food and brews, to museums, lodging, and hiking, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Janice Sakata-Schultze who gives a local's inside scoop on "The Best of Golden, Colorado." Highlights include Xicamiti La Taqueria Bistro, Woody's Wood-fired Pizza, Gilden Mill Food Hall, C…
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Pet & Horse Safety and Disaster Preparedness
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In observance of National Pet Preparedness Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast focuses on pet and horse safety and disaster preparedness. FEATURED GUESTS - ANGELA LAWS - Cohost, veteran petsitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/ - CHRISTY WOOD - World champion horse trainer, instructor…
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Ruth Milstein - Grilling Summer Fruits
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Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who shares how to choose summer fruits and how to grill them for a brunch dish, entree, or light dessert. RELATED RECIPE & ARTICLES as discussed on this episode: * Grilled Fruits Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/…
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