Best Nathaniel Miller Podcasts (2024)

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Artist Chelsea Bighorn in Saguaro National Park 33:38

13d ago33:38

33:38

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features mixed medoa artist Chelsea Bighorn, the National Parks Arts Foundation's June 2024 artist-in-residence at Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona. Chelsea Bighorn was born and raised in Tempe, Arizona. Her tribal affiliations are the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux tribes …

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The Salary Man and the Hellevator 59:03

19d ago59:03

59:03

Good evening and welcome to 100 Ghostly Candles. I am your host Nathaniel Miller joined by my cohost Mitch Hammond. Many of us ride elevators everyday, a necessity for our modern life, but what happens when this daily convenience holds a connection to unspeakable terrors. Now, Join us, as we light another candle on this dark night. This week we exp…

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Is a tech career possible after teaching? Discover Amanda's transformational story! 27:03

1M ago27:03

27:03

Is a tech career possible after teaching? Discover Amanda's transformational story in this enlightive episode of The Frontier Podcast! Join us as Amanda Hall, a former educator turned tech enthusiast, shares her remarkable journey from the classroom to a leading role in an EdTech startup. Dive deep into the challenges she faced, the skills she tran…

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Matt's creative path to his DREAM JOB with Exit Five 31:22

2M ago31:22

31:22

In this inspiring episode of The Frontier Podcast, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Matt Carnavale, marketing manager of Exit Five, who turned his part-time role at Exit Five into a full-time career. Join us as Matt shares the strategic moves and creative approaches he used to not only get his foot in the door but to kick it wide open. Fro…

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Rick San Nicolas - Master of Hawaiian Featherwork of Old Hawai‘i 59:45

2M ago59:45

59:45

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features Rick Makanaaloha Kia'imeaokekanaka San Nicolas (Kanaka Maoli) who returned for the fifth time as the National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Recognized as Ke Kumu Hulu Nui, meaning "Master of Hawaiian Featherwork of Old Hawai‘i…

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Bonus Episode 11 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale | Curse of St. Patty's Day 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

In tonight's edition of Ale and a Ghostly Tale Nathaniel & Mitch are joined by returning guests Rick and Justin! This special bonus episode fail to release on time due to the curse of St. Patty's Day. The Curse caused multiple failed takes due to audio issues and many other electronic related tragedies. Those takes will forever be lost to The Curse…

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Why your skills WONT get you hired with Finn McKenty 33:45

2M ago33:45

33:45

Summary In this conversation, Finn McKenty discusses his background in product design and marketing, as well as his journey into YouTube and LinkedIn. He emphasizes the importance of building businesses and helping entrepreneurs grow their audience. Finn also highlights the power of YouTube and LinkedIn as platforms for reaching and connecting with…

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Achieving Work-Life Integration with Brad Nelson of Positive Impact Dental 55:44

2M ago55:44

55:44

Summary The conversation explores the topics of work-life integration, starting a business with a friend, breaking the scarcity mindset, energy management, and finding non-standard job opportunities. The speakers discuss the importance of prioritizing values and goals, taking actions of high potential consequence, and focusing on relationships and …

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Poet Carissa ”Lucky” Garcia Goes to Chaco Canyon 1:22:30

3M ago1:22:30

1:22:30

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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Tanya Ortega - Photographer and Founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation 48:10

4M ago48:10

48:10

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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Bonus Episode 10 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale 55:23

4M ago55:23

55:23

In tonight's edition of Ale and a Ghostly Tale Nathaniel & Mitch are joined by returning guests Brian and Justin! In this special bonus episode, we celebrate the Lunar New Year season with a Korean serpent, afterschool specter, a ghost in heels, and deadly premonition. Our Drinks for the night: Nathaniel - Homemade Maesil Ju (Plum Wine) Brian - Ari…

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Artist Diana Miller in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park 18:26

5M ago18:26

18:26

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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Season 2: Ep. 2 - Phantom Hands 57:27

5M ago57:27

57:27

Good evening and welcome to 100 ghostly candles I'm your host Nathaniel Miller joined by my co-host Mitch Hammond and our guest narrator Susanna Hammond. Wet dirty floors, flickering lights, and horrid smells: Public toilets are already unpleasant, but what happens when there’s a ghastly entity lurking there in wait for an unsuspecting victim. Now …

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National Parks Arts Foundation Artist Residencies in 2024 49:04

6M ago49:04

49:04

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), who talks about the organization's unique month-long artist residencies in locations like Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, and Chaco…

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Bonus Episode 9 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale 53:40

6M ago53:40

53:40

In tonight's edition of Ale and a Ghostly Tale Nathaniel is joined by returning guests Brian & Rick! In this special bonus episode, we take a quick dip into the swamp for a story about a massacre of a town on stilts, but of course this story that has never happened... A haunting of a state park with a lost grave and unexplained burial. And once aga…

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Traveling Musician and Composer Ben Cosgrove - Bearings Album 1:06:58

7M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

Traveling musician and composer Ben Cosgrove returns to Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) to talk about his recent travels, artist residency experiences, and beautiful new album "Bearings." Cosgrove’s new album "Bearings" represents the latest chapter in a career that to dat…

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Season 2: Ep. 1 - The Mimicking Goblin 38:43

7M ago38:43

38:43

Join us tonight as we begin to delve into Korean Folklore and Ghost stories! Old houses are full of strange sounds and noises, but what happens when they take on a life of their own, mocking the pitiful occupants. Now Join Us as we light another candle, on this dark night. Justin is with us tonight! Tonight we discuss the phantom voice of a mimicki…

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Award-winning Musician and Composer Chihsuan Yang 34:38

8M ago34:38

34:38

Chihsaun Yang returns to Big Blend Radio's "Toast to the Parks & Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) to talk about her new solo music and EP "Pearls" that was recently released as the electronic music duo ESCP with Bob Garrett. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/xjCE1xkVuqo Chihsuan Yang (Violin, Erhu, Piano), a n…

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Episode 13 - Happy Anniversary: A Year of Yokai 1:25:43

8M ago1:25:43

1:25:43

A year has gone by and we wanted to throw a party to talk about our favorite parts from the podcast during the past year as we explored the year of the Yokai! So, we invited a bunch of friends over to tell some spooky stories, discuss why we made the podcast and where the origin for the name of the podcast came from. Links to all our social media c…

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Bonus Episode 8 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale 1:44:10

8M ago1:44:10

1:44:10

Warning: This episode may contain stories that will disturb some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. In this Special Korean Edition of Ale and a Ghostly Tale Nathaniel and Mitch are joined by special guest Shawn Morrissey from the Darkside of Seoul Podcast. Join us as we tread water with ghosts, speed by freeway specters, find fingernails in all…

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Episode 12 - Mahjong Gone Wrong 36:56

9M ago36:56

36:56

When high school boys gather together its only natural that their rowdy side will come out often disturbing their neighbors. But what happens when their behavior attracts the attention of something more gruesome. Tonight Nathaniel and Mitch discuss how a vengeful ghost disrupted a group of high school boys' fun. Links to all our social media can be…

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Music Industry Veteran Steffen Franz Puts Music in Parks 52:25

9M ago52:25

52:25

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features music industry veteran Steffen Franz, founder of Independent Distribution Collective (IDC) which is celebrating 20 years of is a music marketing, distribution, and event production in San Francisco. WATCH THIS INTERV…

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Jillian Speece and Nathaniel Hoff - State of The Unity Documentary 29:58

9M ago29:58

29:58

On January 2nd, 2016, two musician's Jillian Speece and Nathaniel Hoff, The Bergamot, set out on a tour of all 50 states of America, spreading a message of unity through performing 265 shows and by inviting the curious to sign their message of unity on their station wagon known as The Unity Car. This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast t…

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Bonus Episode 7 - Ale and A Ghostly Tale 1:11:33

9M ago1:11:33

1:11:33

Join us tonight as we stalk werewolves, visit a haunted civic center, fish alongside ghosts, and get shushed by Paramount Joe. Tonight's Drinks: Nathaniel – Yoonna’s Ginger Orange Sunrise – A Russel Reserve 6 year Cocktail – 2-3oz Russel Reserve – 1 tablespoon simple syrup, 1 quarter wedge of orange ( juiced) ½ teaspoon candied ginger, 4oz sparklin…

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National Parks Arts Foundation - A Call for Musicians 40:40

10M ago40:40

40:40

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), who talks about the organization's unique month-long artist residencies in locations like Logegrhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park, Hawai'i Volcano National Park, and Chaco C…

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Bonus Episode 6 - Ale and A Ghostly Tale 59:10

10M ago59:10

59:10

Join us tonight as we meet as go back to Turnbull Canyon,Dodge the Popelick Goatman, Sleep in a Graveyard, and get abducted by a Lizardly Cryptid Tonight's Drinks: Mitch - Krakken Crush Cocktail Brian - Mango Cart - Mango Wheat Ale - Golden Road Brewing Justin - Disaronno - Amaretto Liquor -AGAIN Nathaniel - Cougar Bate - Golden Ale - Country Boy B…

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Episode 11 - Ghostly Ramen 49:09

10M ago49:09

49:09

Japan is a land with a strong connection to its nostalgic past. One moment you feel like you’ve stepped back in time only to find yourself back in the present minutes later. But what happens when the ghosts of the past pull you back further than you expected? Tonight Nathaniel and Mitch explore the hidden alleys of Kyoto for the source of some very…

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Composer Leah Waybright - Dreamed Album 46:29

11M ago46:29

46:29

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Parks & The Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features Leah Waybright, a life-long Her newest CD, “Dreamed” is out now and features members of Happy The Man, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Steely Dan. In this conversation Leah talks about her music, childhood in Gettysburg, and work in …

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Bonus Episode 5 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale 1:01:35

11M ago1:01:35

1:01:35

Join us tonight as we meet as we Whistle in the Dark, Visit Black Star Canyon, Meet a Murderous Ghost, and go Subterranean in the Mines of Levack . Tonight's Drinks: Justin - Disaronno - Amaretto Liquor Mitch - The Graveyard Smash - Tom Collins glass with 1.5 parts Krakken, .75 parts Lemon Juice, .5 Parts Cinnamon Spice Blackberry Syrup. Nathaniel …

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Episode 10 - Ghostly Rider 50:32

11M ago50:32

50:32

In 2011 The great Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami struck Japan leaving Destruction and Devastation in its wake. Even now the physical and psychic wounds endure and the restless souls of the lost are said to linger, looking for homes long lost. So, what happens as those left behind try to reconcile their grief? Join us tonight as we search for answers…

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Comics Journalist Andy Warner Returns to Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park 53:21

12M ago53:21

53:21

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show, comics journalist Andy Warner discusses his work and third National Parks Arts Foundation residency in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Warner is a comics journalist and artist, whose comics range between journalism, documentary and memoir. He is the author of "This L…

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Bonus Episode 4 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale 1:01:47

12M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Join us tonight as we meet an Angry Korean Ghost on the Subway, take a walk through Whittier Heights California's Suicide Ridge, book a Stay at the infamous Stanley Hotel, and a awaken a whistling monster in the Appalachian Mountains. Tonight's Drinks: Nathaniel - Jinro 24 - Soju (Import) Mitch - The Grubber Cocktail - 3 oz Rye Whiskey, 1 oz sweet …

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Episode 9 - Devil's Pass 57:29

12M ago57:29

57:29

Driving through the mountains always takes a certain degree of caution and concern. Even the slightest mistake can be fatal. But what happens when you make that same journey at the hour of meeting evil spirits, and stop for a moment of rest at a seemingly abandoned spot. Tonight Nathaniel and Mitch discuss a road trip gone wrong. Links to all our s…

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Singer-songwriter Lara Ruggles in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park 1:09:34

1y ago1:09:34

1:09:34

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features Tucson Arizona-based singer-songwriter Lara Ruggles who talks about her music and creative process, and month-long NPAF residency in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Lara Ruggles is an activist, singer/songwriter, pi…

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Episode 8 - Not My Family! 55:32

1y ago55:32

55:32

Have you ever had a perfect day? It seemed like everything was going your way and that it couldn’t get any better. But what happens when it takes a sudden, dark turn. Join us tonight as we see how one young boy’s perfect day became a perfect nightmare. Tonight Nathaniel and Mitch are joined by special guest Justin Tackett were they discuss a perfec…

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Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park - Friends, Art & Culture & More 1:08:52

1y ago1:08:52

1:08:52

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show focuses on Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. FEATURED GUESTS: - Tanya Ortega, Founder of National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), who discusses their unique artist residenty programs, one of which is at Hawai'i Volcanoes NP. More at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.or…

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Ale and a Ghostly Tale 3 - The Lost Halloween Special Part 1 39:12

1y ago39:12

39:12

Last Halloween we recorded a two hour special. The second hour did not survive but from the ashes we've salvaged this! Join us tonight as we visit Ohio's favorite frog man, Colorado cannibals, a Ghostly mother at Stow Lake, and a shadow person that invades dreams. Tonight's Drinks: Nathaniel - The Chita - Suntory Whiskey Rick - Sam Adams - Octoberf…

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Episode 7 - No Rest for the Weary 1:11:52

1y ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Hotels offer a much needed refuge when on a long journey, but when they fall into disrepair what kind of creatures begin to lurk their dark halls? Join Nathaniel, Mitch, and Special Guest Host Charles tonight as they discuss a story set in the misty mountains of Nikko inspired by true stories and traditional lore. Be sure to visit the https://www.d…

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Photographer Jim Schlett - Fort Union Artist-in-Residence 43:17

1y ago43:17

43:17

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…

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Bill McKibben - 3/20/23 (Special Palindrome Date for Last Show!) 48:47

1y ago48:47

48:47

Vermont author, educator, environmentalist, and Co-founder of 350.org and Th!rd Act Bill McKibben, in a conversation about his 2022 memoir, The Flag, the Cross, and the Station Wagon: A Graying American Looks Back at His Suburban Boyhood and Wonders What the Hell Happened (Henry Holt & Co). This week’s Write the Book Prompt was generously offered b…

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Episode 6 - The Tale of Ibaraki Doji 1:11:51

1+ y ago1:11:51

1:11:51

Long ago in the city of Kyoto, stood a gate, shrouded in darkness, home to an unspeakable evil. Fearing for their lives, the people of Kyoto avoided the gate. But what fate befell those foolish enough to venture towards the cursed gate of Rashomon. Join Nathaniel and Special Guest Host Rob tonight as they discuss a new take on a classic tale. Links…

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Nathaniel Ian Miller - 3/13/22 56:16

1+ y ago56:16

56:16

Vermont Author Nathaniel Ian Miller in a conversation about his novel, The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven (Little Brown). This week’s Write the Book Prompt was generously offered by my guest, Nathaniel Ian Miller, who recently heard someone extoll the virtues of writing about one’s work. Nathaniel commented that he liked this idea, and that he would lik…

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Comedian Ben Miller in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park 53:48

1+ y ago53:48

53:48

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 P…

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Brad Kessler - 2/27/23 51:04

1+ y ago51:04

51:04

Award-winning Vermont Author Brad Kessler in conversation about his 2021 novel, North (Overlook Press). One review of Brad Kessler’s work, a blurb by the author Chris Abani, mentions the way that Brad lets his characters’ dignity lead the story. I love this observation, and have been thinking a lot about it. This week’s Write the Book Prompt is to …

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Bonus Episode 2 - Ale and a Ghostly Tale Episode 2 45:19

1+ y ago45:19

45:19

Ale and a Ghostly Tale Episode 2 is here! In Ale and a Ghostly Tale we share true spooky stories and introduce you some of our favorite adult beverages. Tonight we explore a cursed mine, a grandmother's haunting visions, an encounter with a not a deer in Appalachia, and a mysterious lady on a Japanese commuter train. Sit back, relax, and grab your …

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Caroline Lea - 2/20/23 44:00

1+ y ago44:00

44:00

British Author Caroline Lea, whose new novel is PrizeWomen (Harper Perennial). This week's Write the Book Prompt was suggested by my guest, Caroline Lea. It's an assignment she sometimes gives to her students. Go somewhere you wouldn't normally go, and write about it. (Don’t get arrested, she says. Or if you do, don’t blame her!) Her students have …

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Emily Forland - Archive Episode (2/13/23) 57:11

1+ y ago57:11

57:11

An interview from 2015 (with our old music!) with literary agent Emily Forland, of the Brandt Hochman Agency in New York. This week’s Write The Book Prompt is to write about a season you are not presently experiencing. Is it warm where you are? Write about the cold. Is spring coming on? Write about the fall. Work from memory, as much as you can, an…

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Annie Seyler - 2/6/23 42:50

1+ y ago42:50

42:50

Vermont Author Annie Seyler, whose debut novel is The Wisdom of Winter (Atmosphere Press). This week's Write the Book Prompt was generously offered by my guest, Annie Seyler. Identify a moment from your childhood that shaped you somehow and write it out as a scene, but with a different ending or outcome than the way you lived it. Good luck with you…

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National Parks Arts Foundation Artists-in-Residence Reunion -Part 2 1:16:43

1+ y ago1:16:43

1:16:43

This special Big Blend Radio “NPAF Artists Reunion Show” celebrates over 7 years of hosting the 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts & Parks” Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). Featured NPAF Park Artists-in-Residence: - Astro-photographer Stan Honda - https://www.stanhonda.com/ - Master Featherworker Rick San Nicolas - https://www.hawaii…

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Olena Kharchenko and Michael Sampson - 1/30/23 41:17

1+ y ago41:17

41:17

Olena Kharchenko and Michael Sampson, co-authors The Story of Ukraine (Brown Books Kids). We have two Write the Book Prompts this week. Michael Sampson offered one that seemed rather dark, so he turned it on its head and offered another that’s more upbeat. First, describe a nightmare you’ve had, including setting and details that explain why it is …

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