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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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K. Nicole Connell - Natchitoches is Fun for Everyone!
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Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer, Parks & Rec Month, Picnic Month, Family Reunion Month, and more on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast. From Zydeco and Meat Pie Festivals to cruising Cane River Lake and exploring Cane River Creole National Historical Park, K. Nicole Connell of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bu…
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Clifford Garstang - Author Success Insider
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Insider" spotlight features Clifford Garstang, author of six works of fiction including the novels “The Last Bird of Paradise,” “Oliver’s Travels,” and “The Shaman of Turtle Valley,” and the short story collections “House of the Ancients and Other Stories,” “What the Zhang Boys Know,” and “In an Uncharted …
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This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel blogger Feuza Reis who shares the ins-and-outs of purchasing property in Sicily, especially through unique 1 Euro Homes project in San Piero Patti. A small village that's home to around 2,500 residents, San Piero Patti is located approximately 2 hour…
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Author Wendy Lyons Sunshine - Tender Paws
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast features award-winning author and journalist Wendy Lyons Sunshine who discusses her new book, "Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs." Full of illustrative cases and thoughtful insights to support dog welfare and inspire your own pet parenting…
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Jo Clark - Four Blue Ridge Mountain Towns
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We're going to the Blue Ridge Mountains on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. From beer and moonshine to museums and rock churches, hear about Riner, Radford, Roanoke, and Rocky Mount. They are all an easy day trip from each other, with the Blue Ridge Parkway nearby. Read Jo's…
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Christy Wood - Equine Energy and Emotions
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It's all about how to read and understand your horse's energy and emotions on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 br…
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Kathleen Walls - Kansas Oddities and Roadside Attractions
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From the Oz Museum and the Ad Astra Missile Silo to the World's Largest Belt Buckle and the World’s Largest Collection of the World’s Smallest Versions of the World’s Largest Things, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA travel writer Kathleen Walls focuses on interesting oddities and roadside attractions in Kansa…
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Rita Sever - Small Organizations and Human Resources
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show features author, professional coach, and organizational trainer Rita Sever who discusses HR in small organizations. Along with sharing her career background in HR, she talks about: * When a small organization should invest in HR * What are some of the dangers if they don't hav…
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Women of the Rivers and Forest in Western Northern Carolina
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Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month and National Forest Week with this episode of Big Blend Radio that was recorded onsite with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners and innkeepers of the The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the Montford Historic District in Asheville, North Carolina. Hear about author Wilma Dykeman and Jean Webb who worked to…
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Author & Comedian Claire Berger - How Much is Enough?
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features comedian and author Claire Berger who discusses her interactive memoir, "How Much Is Enough? Getting More by Living with Less." Claire Berger got her start as a comedian at the famous Second City in Chicago, catapulting her into the spotlight as a stu…
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Dr. Jackie Eubany - Fun and Heart-Healthy Summer
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Celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month and National Picnic Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast that's all about how to have a fun and heart-healthy summer! Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart D…
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Ange Chew - Discover Surrey, British Columbia
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Association features Ange Chew, Executive Director of Discover Surrey. Hear about Surrey''s vast natural beauty, global dining, affordable accommodations and rich, vibrant culture. A vibrant mosaic awaits in Surrey, the second largest city in Brit…
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Author Jeff Nelligan - Four Lessons From My Three Sons
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Celebrate Purposeful Parenting Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show featuring acclaimed parenting author Jeff Nelligan who discusses his book, "Four Lessons From My Three Sons: How You Can Raise Resilient Kids." Every Dad and Mom in America wants to raise a resilient kid. This 2nd Edition of "Four Lessons from My Thre…
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Samuel Garza Bernstein - Starring Joan Crawford
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features Stonewall Book Award-winning author, screenwriter, and playwright Samuel Garza Bernstein who discusses his new biography, "Starring Joan Crawford: The Films, the Fantasy, and the Modern Relevance of a Silver Screen Icon.” In "Starrring Joan Crawford," Bernstein examines what makes …
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Shelley Whizin - The Power of Forgiveness
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on the Power of Forgiveness and how it can Heal Hearts and Transform Lives. Check out Shelley's article that explores the incredible benefits of forgiveness and how it can positively impact our well-being and the world around us: https:…
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Cone or cup? Favorite Toppings? Favorite Flavor? Celebrate Summer and Ice Cream Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer who joins as cohost every 1st Sunday. Keep up with him and his music at https://hearjohnny.com/ ICE CREAM SOCIAL PARTY GUESTS: - Cheryl Ogle – T…
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Crafting Your Own Signature Masala House Chai
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with tea expert Friday Elliott about the world of tea, and the unique and interactive classes she holds online and in person at her tea shop, Friday Afternoon, that's located in Wallingford, Washington. Linda attended the DIY Your Own House Chai class where she had…
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Arizona Writer Leah Newsom in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features Arizona writer Leah Newsom, the National Parks Arts Foundation's summer 2024 artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Leah Newsom was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, and holds an MFA in creative writing from Arizona State University, where she now teache…
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What kind of toppings are you putting on your ice cream? Celebrate Foodie Friday, National Ice Cream Month, and Christmas in July with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio Foodie Podcast with Donna George, that focuses on summer treats that cool, refreshing, and unique. Check out Donna's summer recipes: * Fruit & Nut Parfait: https…
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Super Summer in California's Sequoia Country
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Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month in Tulare County! From park adventures to community events, it's all about summer fun on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast. Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Fore…
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Celebrate America's Birthday Month with this special "Wine Across America" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. FEATURED GUESTS - Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery in Arizona: https://ldvwinery.com/ - Winemaker Dave Specter - Bells Up Winery in Oregon: https://bellsupwinery.com/ - Carole Skeeters-Stevens - Travel Medford Oregon: h…
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Sharon K. Kurtz - Discovering Green Slovenia
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Over half of Slovenia's terrain is covered in pristine forests, making it a leader in forest conservation and green initiatives. This compact country boasts numerous protected areas, including the majestic Triglav National Park. Read Sharon's article about her experiences here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discovering-green-slovenia/ Big Ble…
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Western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on the conservation work and visitor experience at the Western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville. WNC Nature Center connects people with the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountain region by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, a…
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Mike Guardia - The History of Patriotism, The American Flag, and Anthem
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In honor of the 4th of July Week (2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, focuses on the history of Patriotism, and the American Flag and Anthem. Mike Guardia is the author of over 20 other military history books including "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from t…
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PANGAEA Bassist Ron Poulson - Beowulf Album
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features PANGAEA bassist Ron Poulson who shares some of the band's history, and discusses their music and new album, "Beowulf" that's out now and features Robert Berry as producer. A Texas band with influences ranging across Progressive Rock, Classic Rock, Classical Music, Heavy Metal, and Classic Country, PANGAEA is…
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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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