Best Big Blend Variety Talk Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Rockin' Music That Inspires, Motivates, and Makes You Feel Good! 1:10:23

1h ago1:10:23

1:10:23

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with co-host Joey Stuckey, celebrates music that inspires, motivates, and makes us all feel good! After all, isn't music our emotional medicine? This episode also kicks off Joey's Annual ALIVE DAY which we will celebrate on Big Blend Radio with select musical guests on Sept. 29, so stay tuned h…

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The History of National Park Posters 45:40

10h ago45:40

45:40

This episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick focuses on the history of National Park Posters. These icon collectibles originated in the 1930s and early 1940s as part of the WPA Federal Art Project, which began as part of the effort to recover from the Great Depression. Read Victoria's article about the posters h…

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A Happy Hour Toast to Fall 1:20:42

3h ago1:20:42

1:20:42

Celebrate the start of the colorful fall season on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast Conversation that digs into fall travel, food & drink, family traditions, along with some fun games and trivia. FEATURED GUESTS: - ARYN YOUNGLESS - Genealogist & writer at https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/ - JULIE DEE SUMAN - Travel wri…

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How a Death Doula Can Help After the Passing of a Loved One 37:00

10h ago37:00

37:00

Your loved one has passed away ... now what? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea discusses how a death doula or end-of-life midwife can help the family after a loved one has died. Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula: * Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices * Emotion - Honor fee…

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Is It Worth Getting Travel Insurance? 38:55

5h ago38:55

38:55

It's all about Travel Insurance on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. From missed flights to unfortunate accidents and stolen gear, Cheryl explains the type of trip you may want to consider buying insurance for, and how it can ultimately save your money while also bringing …

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Exploring the San Juan Skyway in Colorado 30:55

9h ago30:55

30:55

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast is all about the scenic drives, historic highlights, and recreational opportunities you can experience along Colorado's San Juan Skyway. The San Juan Skyway is a 236-mile loop through the most sublime scenery Colorado has to offer. The drive takes you through…

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How to Make Your Cat Happy 52:10

6h ago52:10

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Celebrate Happy Cat Month (September) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that focuses on how to take care of our feline friends so that they are purrfectly entertained, well fed, healthy, and content. Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.…

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The Historical, Cultural and Traditional Roots of Natchitoches, Louisiana 40:41

5h ago40:41

40:41

Discover the Historical, Cultural, and Traditional Roots of Louisiana's Oldest City on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast with K. Nicole Connell of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau. Hear about the historic sites, movie locations, and fun fall festivals, events, and activities the whole family can enjoy! Fo…

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Jenna Tico - Cancer Moon Memoir 40:13

4h ago40:13

40:13

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Jenna Tico, who discusses her new memoir, “Cancer Moon: How I Survived the Best Years of My Life.” Organized through the cycles of the moon, "Cancer Moon" features Jenna's personal humor essays and poetry collection, and vulnerably and jovially guides readers through the turbulent twenties – aka the “age of …

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Filmmaker Mike Eisenberg - The Pitch 28:26

2h ago28:26

28:26

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, filmmaker Mike Eisenberg discusses his latest documentary, THE PITCH: PATIENT SAFETY’S NEXT GENERATION, out now on VOD via Gravistas. The future of health care belongs to the next generation. A follow up of the documentary "To Err Is Human: A Patient Safety Documentary" (2018) , "The Pitch" gives viewers a glimps…

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Debbra Brouillette - Windstar Mediterranean Cruise 37:16

4h ago37:16

37:16

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and photographer Debbra Brouillette who shares her adventures aboard Windstar’s Star Pride yacht on their Mediterranean cruise, “A Piece of Greece, a Slice of Sicily, and the Corinth Canal." Departing from Athens and ending in Ba…

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Ruth Milstein - Recipes For Rosh Hashanah 29:00

6h ago29:00

29:00

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah (Oct. 2-4, 2024) with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth loves to bring family and friends together to celebrate holidays, and the Jewish New Year is the perfect way to do that. Her recipes include some of the key ingredients that …

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Pepper Stetler - A Measure of Intelligence 40:41

2h ago40:41

40:41

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Pepper Stetler, who discusses her new memoir, "A Measure of Intelligence: One Mother's Reckoning with the IQ Test." Blending a mother’s love and dedication to her daughter with incisive historical and cultural analysis, "A Measure of Intelligence" investigates the origins and influen…

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Christy Wood - Chief Joseph Trail Ride 2024 43:13

5d ago43:13

43:13

It's all about The Chief Joseph Trail Ride on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with equestrian expert Christy Wood. Christy Wood talks about her second 13-year circuit of the Chief Joseph Trail Ride, a progressive trail ride hosted by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC). A portion of the ride is completed each year…

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Terri Guthrie - A Visit to Luxurious Camp Creek Inn, Florida 38:38

8h ago38:38

38:38

Imagine a luxurious escape, a hidden coastal sanctuary that’s very charming yet sophisticated. Could there be such a place? There is, and as travel writer Terrie Guthrie shares on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, it’s Watersound Club’s Camp Creek Inn on the 30A corridor in the Florida Panhandle. Camp Creek I…

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Human Resources: The Good, The Bad & The Possible 45:29

12h ago45:29

45:29

This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show features author, professional coach, and organizational trainer Rita Sever who discusses the good, the bad, and the possible when it comes to human resources. Topics of discussion include: - What does a good HR department cover? - What are some traits of a good HR person? - Wh…

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Author and Educator Joanne De Simone - Fall and Recovery 58:26

9h ago58:26

58:26

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features writer, author, and educator Joanne De Simone who discusses her memoir "Fall and Recovery: Raising Children with Disabilities through Lessons Learned in Dance." Out on September 17, 2024 through She Writes Press, this raw and transformative book that captures how she used lessons of …

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Director Marc Saltarelli - Studio One Forever 22:20

13h ago22:20

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This episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show features Marc Saltarelli, an award-winning director with work in both narrative and documentary filmmaking. Hear about his latest film, STUDIO ONE FOREVER. A beacon of dancing and freedom for gay men looking for identity in a world that saw them as outcasts, Studio One was a haven and the blo…

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Author Ann E. Lowry - The Blue Trunk 25:16

1d ago25:16

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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features debut author Ann Lowry who discusses her novel, "The Blue Trunk." When Ann Lowry inherited an ancestor's blue travel trunk, she had no idea that this artifact was about to take her on a three-year journey of discovery. She was told that the trunk’s pr…

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Dr. Jackie Eubany - What is Atrial Fibrillation? 18:00

1d ago18:00

18:00

This episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast observes National Atrial Fibrillation Month (September). Often called AFib or AF, which is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat that can increase your risk for stroke. Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologi…

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Taryn Scher - Why Visit Greenville, South Carolina 30:50

2d ago30:50

30:50

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Taryn Scher who gives an overview of what visitors can experience year-round in Greenville, South Carolina....and why many visitors become locals! From delicious food and drink to a charming Main Street, a bustling art scene, bike-friendly attitude, picturesque parks,…

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Teen Suicide Prevention 1:20:24

3d ago1:20:24

1:20:24

this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Johnny Schaefer's new song "When It's Your Kid" as well as teen suicide prevention and the pressures youth face today. Watch the music video: https://youtu.be/CfqF8q1BgQc?feature=shared FEATURED GUESTS: - JOHNNY SCHAEFER - Award-winning singer/songwriter https://hearjohnny.com/ - LINDA CORELY - Emmy award-…

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Filmmaker Amy Nicholson - Happy Campers 14:14

3d ago14:14

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This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmaker Amy Nicholson who discusses her documentary "Happy Campers." The film chronicles the final days of a working-class summer colony in a scrappy trailer park that just happens to hold the secret to a rich life. In a waterfront campground off the coast of Virginia, residents spend their summers living …

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Jo Clark - Fun Times in LaGrange, Georgia 58:45

4d ago58:45

58:45

It's all about Fun Times in LaGrange, Georgia on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. LaGrange is a small town in western Georgia filled with history and charm. Located halfway between Atlanta and Chattanooga, this destination has several historic homes and gardens to experience…

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National Parks Aerial Cinematographer Thomas Miller 38:50

5d ago38:50

38:50

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show features Thomas Miller, acclaimed aerial cinematographer who filmed Zion and Olympic National Parks for the new National Geographic series, "National Parks: USA." Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/z42Ph8A2Uh8?feature=shared From Zion and Yellowstone to Katmai, the Everglades and Olympic, eac…

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Cinematographer Jeff Reed - Cultural and Scientific History in National Parks 23:41

5d ago23:41

23:41

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show features Jeff Reed, showrunner and cinematographer of the new National Geographic series, "National Parks: USA." From Zion and Yellowstone to Katmai, the Everglades and Olympic, this five-part series features a blend of wildlife weaved seamlessly with stories of rich culture, history and geolog…

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Linda Kissam - Sailing in Style 50:46

5d ago50:46

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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" talks about her sailing adventures on an 8-day yacht club flotilla in the Puget Sound. Destinations included Poets Cove Marina in Bedwell Harbour, Ganges and the Salt Spring Marina, Telegraph Harbour, and Hornby Island. Read Linda's article about her experiences, here: ht…

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Cinematographer Jeff Reed - Nature and Wildlife in National Parks 43:30

6d ago43:30

43:30

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Jeff Reed, showrunner and cinematographer of the new National Geographic series, "National Parks: USA." Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/z42Ph8A2Uh8?feature=shared From Zion and Yellowstone to Katmai, the Everglades and Olympic, each park presents its own cast of animal characte…

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Musician Rachel Mari Kimber Goes to Saguaro National Park 38:44

6d ago38:44

38:44

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features musician and composer Rachel Mari Kimber, the National Parks Arts Foundation's Fall 2024 artist-in-residence at Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona. Rachel Mari Kimber is a musically creative artist from Wales, UK. She composes, sings, plays guitar and cello, orchestra…

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Donna George - September is Sweet and Spicy 19:46

7d ago19:46

19:46

From local honey and Medjool dates to jalapeno peanut brittle and all kinds of salsas, relishes, and preserves, celebrate the sweet and spice of September with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioan…

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Early Fall Adventures in California's Sequoia Country 29:39

7d ago29:39

29:39

From the Dark Sky Festival to the Tulare Chamber Crush Party, a country fair and unique musical concert, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on early fall fun in Tulare County. Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument a…

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Peggy Fiandaca - Pairing Wines with Mexican and Southwestern Cuisine 47:51

9d ago47:51

47:51

Get ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2024) and International Grenache Day (Sept. 20) on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about the start of the harvest season at the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wine wih spicy Mexican and Southwestern cuis…

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Sharon K. Kurtz - Fly Fishing on the Flathead River 23:57

18d ago23:57

23:57

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz, she shares her experience with Pursuit Glacier Park Collection, where she and 5 other travel writers learned the art of fly fishing. The Middle Fork of the Flathead River, bordering Glacier National Park in Montana, is renowned for its crystal-clear wate…

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Heavy Mountain Music and Beer Fest in Asheville, North Carolina 35:00

19d ago35:00

35:00

Get ready for Halloween with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show that focuses on Heavy Mountain Music and Beer Fest, held Oct 25-26, 2024 at the Orange Peel and Burial Beer's Eulogy. Featuring an array of iconic artists and genre spanning acts, exclusive pours from the area’s finest breweries, and hair-raisi…

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Mike Guardia - Two Hispanic US Military Heroes to Know About 1:10:54

20d ago1:10:54

1:10:54

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia honors two Hispanic US Military Heroes, Alfred Velazquez Rascon and Raul Perez "Roy" Benavidez. ALFRED VELAZQUEZ RASCON is a retired US Army lieutenant colonel. In 2000, he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions as a medic …

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Steve Wallis - Hannah: The Soldier Diaries 33:45

20d ago33:45

33:45

Celebrate Military Monday and Music Monday with this episode of Big Blend Radio that features professional theater writer, producer, and author Steve Wallis. Hear about "Hannah: The Soldier Diaries," a powerful story of love, loss, and hope that takes listeners through a theater-like experience, with an audiobook that immerses listeners in an emoti…

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Shelley Whizin - Embracing Life Fully After Fifty! 33:14

20d ago33:14

33:14

As we navigate through life, especially after reaching the milestone of 50, we become more acutely aware of our mortality. The mirror reflects changes we didn’t expect, and the world around us shifts in ways that can be both disorienting and enlightening. This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach She…

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Back To School Youth Education Celebration 1:41:35

21d ago1:41:35

1:41:35

Celebrate Youth Education with this "Back to School Party" episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast! FEATURED GUESTS - JOHNNY SCHAEFER is an award-winning singer-songwriter who joins us as cohost every 1st Sunday. Visit: https://hearjohnny.com/ - MARIA CHAMBERLAIN, who discusses homeschooling, is co-owner and innkeeper of The Inn at Oxb…

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Life Lessons from Baby Boomers 1:08:00

22d ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Welcome to the first quarterly episode of Big Blend Radio's "Life Lessons" Show focusing on lessons from Baby Boomers. After all, August is Boomers Making a Difference Month! in case you're wondering, Baby Boomers are preceded by the Silent Generation and followed by Generation X. So. people born between 1946 -1964 during what is known as the mid-2…

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Author Bridey Thelen-Heidel - Bright Eyes Memoir 53:51

22d ago53:51

53:51

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Bridey Thelen-Heidel, advocate and teacher, and author of the memoir, "Bright Eyes: Surviving Our Monsters and Learning to Live Without Them," (She Writes Press, September 24, 2024). A raw and immersive account of growing up alongside an abusive, narcissistic mother, "Bright Eyes" is an astonishing narrative…

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Best Beaches - Destinations and Family Memories 1:41:39

23d ago1:41:39

1:41:39

In honor of National Beach Day (August 30), this episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION Travel Show focuses on Beach Destinations and Family Memories. Enjoy the group conversation and individual segments that follow and share beach experiences from Tonga and England, to South and North Carolina, New Jersey and Long Island, Mississippi and Te…

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Medical Insider with Author Marschall Runge, M.D., PhD 45:34

24d ago45:34

45:34

This "Medical Insider" episode of Big Blend Radio features author Marschall Runge, M.D., PhD, who is the executive vice president for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. He earned his doctorate in molecular biology at Vanderbilt University and his medical degree from Johns Hopkins…

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California's Workplace Violence Prevention Act 34:14

25d ago34:14

34:14

This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs covers California's new Workplace Violence Prevention Act and why employers need to be aware of it, and most importantly put a plan in place. Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of l…

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Women Who Protect the Earth 1:18:30

26d ago1:18:30

1:18:30

This Big Blend Radio "Women Making History" Podcast Panel discussion features guests who share how they work to protect the environment and talk about women they admire who work to protect the earth. Hear about environmentally activist women (and girls) of the past and present who are skilled in writing and the arts, hospitality and tourism, wildli…

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Rafting the Colorado River in Cataract Canyon, Utah 33:52

27d ago33:52

33:52

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her Colorado River running adventures through Utah's Cataract Canyon with OARS. Cataract Canyon is a section of the Colorado River between Moab, above Lake Powell, and the Grand Canyon. The river flows through the heart of Canyonlands National Park, th…

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Western Kentucky Road Trip 57:43

28d ago57:43

57:43

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Road Trip Radio" Podcast focuses on the fun places and experiences Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild" enjoyed on their Western Kentucky Road Trip with stops in Tennessee and South Carolina. Highights included JBJ's in Nashville, Casey Jones Distillery, a Caboose Farm Stay, Rock the Dam Festival, National Corvett…

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Sarah B Cochran, The Justice Bell, and Pennsylvania’s Women’s Suffrage Movement 1:24:46

28d ago1:24:46

1:24:46

In honor of Women's Equality Day (Aug. 26), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show focuses on Sarah B Cochran, The Justice Bell, and Pennsylvania’s Women’s Suffrage Movement. FEATURED GUESTS: - KIMBERLY HESS - Author of "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." From expanding her company, to becoming a respected be…

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Artist Ted DeGrazia's Roadrunners and Enamel on Copper Paintings 16:43

29d ago16:43

16:43

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the latest exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's "Roadrunners" and "Enamel on Copper Paintings." DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucso…

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American Music and Musicians 1:26:27

29d ago1:26:27

1:26:27

In honor of American Artist Appreciation Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND with co-host Joey Stuckey and author Kathleen Walls, celebrates America's music, musicians, singers, and songwriters. Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "T…

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National Park Destinations in America and England 58:53

29d ago58:53

58:53

Celebrate the Anniversary of America's National Park Service (August 25, 1916) with this podcast panel discussion on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show. FEATURED GUESTS: - LISA EVANS, travel writer and author of "100 Things To Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die," talks about Gulf Islands National Seashore. Keep up with Lisa at http://www…

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