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An actual play D&D podcast, The Lucky Die is a character driven story, set in an apocalyptic fantasy world. In Diskora, Demons and Celestials have started stalking the lands, tensions between the factions leave death in their wake and blood red clouds boil across the sky. You would be forgiven for thinking that the end was nigh, question is - do you want to face the end alone? I guess we're about to find out.
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Interviews focusing on Music and Entertainment, Books, Fine Art and Photography, Theater, Film and Performing Arts. Hosts are Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines. See https://blendradioandtv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A horror-comedy starring Fred Armisen! Living corpses have taken over Mart Club the night before Black Friday, but if Bob forgets to bring home milk, he’ll be dead meat. For Bob, working on Thanksgiving is a necessary evil. After getting laid off from his corporate job, he’s lucky to have an income at all. But that’s just the kind of guy he is: always able to see the bright side, especially if it involves building an eye-catching holiday display. Definitely shift supervisor material. Unfortu ...
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Jill Emberson is getting married two months after finishing her latest bout of palliative chemotherapy. She was freshly in love and stimulated at work when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Nine months later, she was told she’d be lucky to be alive in five years. We all know we’ll die one day, but what’s it like to live life with death in sight? And how does it feel to have a terminal illness from the very cradle of life, our ovaries?
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1. Neya - Too Deep 2. Amari Noelle & Jacob Latimore - Would'nt Do 2 3. Ann Marie - Therapy 4. Jhené Aiko, Meek Mill, Young Thug - Someone To Love 5. Rihanna - Needed Me (Amapiano Remix) 6. Krishawna - I Let Cha 7. Alexia Jayy - I Need a Man 8. Nelccia - Options 9. K. Michelle - You 10. Daniel Caesar - Valentina 11. Eric Bellinger - Sum 2 See 12. Zeina - Nasty 13. Aqyila - Hello 14. Jacquees - I Remember 15. Kimberly Brewer feat. Joe & Stevie Wonder) - Don't Make Me Wait Too Long 16. Jully Bl ...
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Leaving the cave, the heroes find a mess they need to sort out, and people that they need to check on. Lafian heals an "ally?", Rhal worries about Aema, Squash expends his magical energies and Zaltanna confirms a bad feeling - how bad is that feeling about Dammaz? I guess we're about to find out... Get early access to the [Kino] campaign on Patreon…
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Guitarist and Composer Jon Durant - Momentarily Album
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Celebrated composer and guitarist Jon Durant joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS podcast where he discusses his new album "Momentarily." It's an amalgamation of transcultural, jazz-related styles, that gives way to euphoric, universally relatable grooves and soundscapes. A trio recording featuring Durant alongside longti…
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Ever since two Byrds left the “Sweetheart of the Rodeo” mothership over 50 years ago, The Burrito Brothers have been evolving and putting out wonderful albums. This episode of Big Blend Radio features Chris P. James, lead vocalist and keyboardist, who talks about the legendary history of The Burrito Brothers (aka The Flying Burrito Brothers), and t…
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmakers Brian Lindstrom and Andy Brown who discuss their new documentary "Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill." The film provides an intimate look at one-of-a-kind singer-songwriter from 1970s Los Angeles, Judee Sill. It charts her life from a troubled adolescence of addiction, armed robbery and prison t…
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Celebrate the Sounds of Spring with episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer. Enjoy this conversation covering music and hope, plants, and nature, and check out the two music playlists below. Johnny Schaefer co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 1st Sunday. Keep up with him a…
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Poet Carissa "Lucky" Garcia Goes to Chaco Canyon
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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 features Carissa "Lucky" Garcia, the Spring 2024 NPAF artist-in-residence in Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Carissa “Lucky” Garcia is an Indigenous/Chicana writer, performing artist, community organizer, anti-oppression edu…
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Art, Gardens & Community Adventures in Asheville, North Carolina
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique art, garden, and community experiences. Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/ - DeWayne Barton - Fou…
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Coming face to face with a dead familiar face, the team rally for Rhal in order to get what he needs. Balance is encouraging, Rhal gets a bag filled with horror, Squash urges moving on and Zaltanna gets concerning news. Are they ready for the rest of the journey in Bellum? I guess we're about to find out... Get early access to the [Kino] campaign o…
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Debbie Stone - A Visit to Kualoa Ranch in Hawaii
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her experience at Kualoa Ranch near Honolulu, Hawaii, a picturesque destination on Oahu’s windward side. A Private Nature Reserve and working cattle ranch, the 4,000-acre property has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since the 19…
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Author Clifford Garstang - The Last Bird of Paradise
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Award-winning author Clifford Garstang returns to Big Blend Radio for a conversation about his latest novel, "The Last Bird of Paradise," plus a little bit of art history, the world of writing, travel, global lifestyles, and the balance of between power and love. "The Last Bird of Paradise" focuses on two women, nearly a century apart, who seek to …
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Lance Laber - Multi-Media Artist Marion DeGrazia
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the art and life of Marion DeGrazia. Born in 1905, in Upstate New York, Marion Sheret DeGrazia was a fine artist who had attended State Teachers College in Buffalo New York, and studied sculpture and modeling at Columbia University. S…
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From Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Ella Fitzgerald, Dolly Parton, and Bonnie Raitt, to Katy Perry, Sinead O' Connor, Tracy Chapman, and Stevie Nicks, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Celebrates Over 100 Women Making History in Music! Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World.…
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It's all about the Fabulous Film Festivals, Screenings, and Palm Springs Movie Scene on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show. FEATURED GUESTS: * MICHAEL C. GREEN – Executive Director of the Palm Springs Cultural Center which incubates, produces, and encourages arts and cultural programs. He is also Chair…
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Victoria Chick - Three Amazing Women Artists in History
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick shares talks about three noteworthy women artists in history that she has written about in Big Blend Magazines over the years. HEAR ABOUT: - ARTEMESIA GENTILESCHI (July 8, 1593 – c. 1656), who was an Italian Baroque painter considered among the most accomplished seventeenth-century artists, …
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" show features Louisiana author Ann Marie Jameson, known for her "Willow Rose" series of books that are set in Natchitoches, the oldest settlement in Louisiana. Books in the series include "A Bed of Roses,“ "Belle Rose,” “Petite Rose,” and “Coming Up Roses.” Ann Marie’s latest book, is “Lilly’s R…
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Author Matt Cost - Pirate Trap and Mainly Wicked
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Award-winning author Matt Cost returns to Big Blend Radio for a follow-up conversation since the release of his historical mystery, “Velma Gone Awry: A Brooklyn 8 Ballo Mystery" (April 2023). Hear about his novel, "Mainely Wicked: A Goff Langdon Mainely Mystery" (Aug. 2023), and new novel, "Pirate Trap: A Clay Wolfe / Port Essex Mystery" which will…
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Now somewhere far from their prior explorations and far from any possible backup, the heroes have to survive a dangerous ordeal. Zaltanna hungers for souls, Squash has a new concern worth cursing over, Balance creates a sense of doubt, and Rhal begins an awkward but necessary conversation. Will this test be more than the group can handle? I guess w…
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Author Brian J. Morra - The Able Archer Series
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Former U.S. intelligence officer and award-winning and best-selling author Brian J. Morra joins Big Blend Radio to discuss his thrilling Able Archer series that's based on true historical events. BOOK 1: THE ABLE ARCHERS - US Air Force Captain Kevin Cattani and Soviet GRU Colonel Ivan Levchenko team up in the fall of 1983 to stop the worst nuclear …
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The voyagers have arrived somewhere strange. Suvi explores frightening options, Greff throws a punch, Kaz tries not to seem impressed, and Ivoris looks ahead for trouble. Will they find what they have traveled here for or will they only find trouble? I guess we are about to find out... Special Thanks to Karin for joining us in this episode! Get ear…
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Guitar Master Pierre Bensusan Tours the US
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Toast to The Arts" podcasts features Pierre Bensusan, an award-winning world music fingerstyle guitar master. Hear about his 2024 and 2025 North American tours, composing and performing his music, his signature Lowden guitars,a and indepth discussion on the positive power of music. Pierre's l…
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Mural Tours, Rooftop Cocktails, and More in Asheville
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique experiences to enjoy in Asheville, North Carolina this spring incuding rooftop cocktails, brews, and mural tours. Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/ - Kaye Bentley - Asheville Ro…
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Tucson Sisters in Crime Authors and Writers
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features a TUCSON SISTERS IN CRIME panel discussion with some of the member writers and authors who will be at this year's Tucson Festival of Books, held March 9 & 10, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. Hear about their writing, books, and inspirations, plus, some of the short stories featured in the Tucson Sister in Crime bo…
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Johnny Schaefer - Music, Movies & More!
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In celebration of the 96th Annual Academy Awards held on March 10, 2024, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer focuses on movie soundtracks and theme songs, the positive power of the arts and gratitude, food and cocktails, and much more! Johnny Schaefer co-hosts the Big Da…
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Tanya Ortega - Photographer and Founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation
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Welcome to the very first episode of Big Blend Radio's NEW "Women Making History" podcast featuring a Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" podcast of our "Parks & The Arts" show featuring Tanya Ortega, an accomplished photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). Hear about the new podcast, Tanya's photography career and NPAF's…
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Moving forward towards their task, the heroes overcome the obstacles between them. Rhal is unaware of danger, Balance goes to scout ahead, Zaltanna offers to teach someone to fight, and Squash almost resorts to friendly fire. Are the travelers ready for the task ahead? I guess we are about to find out... Get early access to the [Kino] campaign on P…
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Songwriter and Musician Neal Rosner - Kentucky Album
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show features songwriter, keyboardist, and bassist Neal Rosner who talks about his music and new solo album "Kentucky." The album chronicles Neal's 12-year residency in Madisonville, Kentucky. Songs were written between 1972 -2023. Engineered by Steve Baker, a small studio with a big heart, the al…
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The Spiritual Life of Artist Ted DeGrazia
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the Spiritual Life of Ted DeGrazia including the annual "Way of the Cross" exhibit, the Mission in the Sun, Padre Kino, and more. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalin…
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Joey Stuckey - African American Music History of Georgia
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“Music to me is like breathing. I don’t get tired of breathing, I don’t get tired of music.” Ray Charles From Ray Charles and Otis Redding to Little Richard and Clarence Carter, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates the African American music history of Georgia, the Peach State. Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Am…
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Historic Music and Songs of the Jefferson Highway Era
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the historic music and songs of the Jefferson Highway Era. The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. …
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Have You Seen The One About...? On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick shares some personal observations about humor in art. Artists covered in this art podcast include noted illustrator Edward Abrams, artist Lund, and dark social realist Phillip Evergood. Read her article and view the art here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listin…
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Bestselling Author Peter Kageyama - Midnight Climax
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features bestselling author Peter Kageyama who discusses his latest Kats Takemoto novel, MIDNIGHT CLIMAX. In MIDNIGHT CLIMAX, Kats Takemoto, the nisei private detective from his first novel HUNTERS POINT, returns to investigate the murder of a young Chinese girl, killed in a covert CIA brothel in the heart of San Fra…
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“Melodies bring memories, That linger in my heart, Make me think of Georgia, Why did we ever part?” by Stuart Gorrell and Hoagy Carmichael From Ray Charles, Otis Redding, and James Brown, to REM, the B-52s, Allman Brothers, The Black Crowes, Outkast, Jason Aldean, and Johnny Mercer, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast celebrat…
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Brian Tarquin - Beyond the Warrior's Eyes Album
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Featuring Emmy and multiple award-winning guitarist Brian Tarquin, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Guitar Day (Feb. 11) and the release of his latest "Brian Tarquin & Heavy Friends" collaborative album "Beyond the Warrior's Eyes." The follow up to "Brothers in Arms," this album also features legendary j…
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Johnny Schaefer - Love Songs and Ballads
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What's your favorite love song? From Melissa Manchester and Sting to Peter Gabriel, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Bob Dylan, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show focuses on Love Songs and Ballads with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer. Johnny Schaefer co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 1st Sunday. Keep …
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast remembers popular rock 'n roll musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and "The Big Bopper" J. P. Richardson, along with pilot Roger Peterson, who were all killed in a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa on February 3, 1959. We revisit an interview with Lindsay James, Executive Director of Visi…
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Artist Diana Miller in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features artist Diana Miller, the latest National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Diana lives on the island of Hawai’i near Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, combining her passion for art and environmental stewardship. Hear abo…
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This week, we would like to introduce you to Undertow: Narcosis, a new show from Realm. After the loss of her childhood friend, Veronica returns home to find things are amiss. Undertow: Narcosis is a Realm production created by Fred Greenhalgh. Listen away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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It appears that the path ahead is not clear of obstacles the heroes must discover how to overcome. Zaltanna is set upon a task that triggers a moral conundrum, Rhal tries a scary prank, Balance is immune to scary pranks, and Squash displays a new magic trick. Will their magic and pranks be able to get the through the unknown obstacles? I guess we a…
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Deep Inside The Blues with Margo Cooper, Johnny Mastro, Lisa Evans
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In honor of Black History month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast focuses on Mississippi Blues history and culture. FEATURED GUESTS: - MARGO COOPER - Writer, Photographer, and author of “Deep Inside the Blues: Photographs & Interviews," which is out now through University Press of Mississippi. Visit: https://www.margocoop…
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Big Daily Blend - Carol Channing and Hot Chocolate!
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"Laughter is much more important than applause. Applause is almost a duty. Laughter is a reward." Carol Channing (January 31, 1923 - January 15, 2019) Get ready for us to dip our toes into hot chocolate on this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast! Enjoy our celebration of National Hot Chocolate Day while we also honor the life and …
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DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Ted DeGrazia Exhibits - 2024
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the new Ted DeGrazia exhibits on display now, including the annual "Way of the Cross," "Rodeo," and "DeGrazia's Master of Arts Thesis Paintings." DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of t…
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How Music Unites and Builds Community
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“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” Plato This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates Global Community Engagement Day with a discussion on how music has the power to unite and build community. FEATURED GUESTS: - JOEY STUCKEY who co-hosts every 4th Sunday…
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Christy Wood and Linda Ballou - Books for Horse Lovers
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast is all about Books for Horse Lovers. FEATURED GUESTS: * CHRISTY WOOD is a world champion horse trainer also exhibiting in jumping and trail, a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three…
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Guy Wall - Aarythmers New Album "Cardiac"
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features Guy Wall, a New Orleans-based musician, singer, songwriter and founder of the Arrythmers. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DFhvGKxrlx4 Hear about their second album "Cardiac" that evolves from the rhythm and blues feel of their first album, “Below Sea Level” (released in June 2021), to a moder…
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