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Big Blend Radio
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 with expert conversations on Music, Books & The Arts, Travel & Recreation, Food & Drink, History & Culture, Nature & Environment, Home & Garden, Family & Education, Business, Personal & Professional Development, and more! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/
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Episodes
Big Blend RadioSpring Garden Party 2025
Celebrate National Garden Month with this special Big Blend Radio SPRING GARDEN PARTY (Part 1) featuring guest co-host Johnny Schaefer and special guests…
Big Blend RadioA Foodie's Guide to Agritopia in Gilbert, Arizona
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks about Agritopia, a culinary haven in Gilbert, Arizona, that invites food…
Big Blend RadioArtist Lakin Epaloose in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
Artist Lakin Epaloose joins Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday” Toast to The Arts & Parks” Podcast to talk about his paintings, photography, fashion design, and…
Big Blend RadioCelebrate Spring Holidays and Traditions with The Peanut Patch
Get ready for Spring Celebrations like Easter weekend, Brunch Parties, and Mother's Day with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Peanut Patch" Podcast with…
Big Blend RadioSpring Adventures in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park and Tulare County, California
From experiencing the world famous giant sequoia trees, wildflowers, waterfalls, and the reopening of Crystal Cave, to exploring charming agricultural…
Big Blend RadioArizona Wine and Food Trends 2025
The wine industry is experiencing a lot of change. From climate change and water issues to demographic spending shifts, wineries must navigate these changes to…
Big Blend RadioSettling Into Austin: A Southwest Perspective
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast, travel writer Sharon K. Kurtz talks about moving to from Dallas to the southwest…
Big Blend RadioSuper Fun Adventures in Asheville 2025
Happy National Fun Day! Asheville, North Carolina is rebuilding after Hurricane Helene and is welcoming visitors back with open arms. Airing live from The Lion…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Maura Casey - Saving Ellen
Celebrating Women's History Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning journalist Maura Casey who discusses her debut memoir, "Saving Ellen…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Joan Fernandez - Saving Vincent
We all know Vincent van Gogh, but who was the powerhouse woman who turned his failed art career into an international success? In celebration of Women's…
Big Blend RadioNovelist Iris Mitlin Lav - Gitel's Freedom
Celebrate the end of Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio that features author Iris Mitlin Lav, who discusses her historical novel…
Big Blend RadioThe Weird and Wonderful World of Bats
This episode of Big Blend Radio's NATURE CONNECTION Podcast features Alyson F. Brokaw, behavioral and sensory ecologist, and author of "The Weird and Wonderful…
Big Blend RadioJefferson Highway Conference in McAlester, Oklahoma
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the upcoming Annual Jefferson Highway Conference 2025 happening June 4-7 in…
Big Blend RadioAmerican Women Who Made History
In celebration of Women's History Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast shines the spotlight on six noteworthy American Women…
Big Blend RadioJourney Through Coastal Mississippi
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about her experiences in Coastal Mississippi. This beautiful region…
Big Blend RadioExperiences at The Calgary Stampede
It's all about The Calgary Stampede on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast featuring Terri Guthrie, a travel journalist based in…
Big Blend RadioNoteworthy Women in Artist Ted DeGrazia’s Life
Celebrate Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia" Podcast. Featuring Lance Laber, Executive…
Big Blend RadioWeather Music with Joey Stuckey
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with cohost musician Joey Stuckey celebrates Weather Music in honor of today (March 23) being World…
Big Blend RadioAnglesey, Wales: Daffodils, Scenery, and Historic Sites
Celebrate Daffodil Day (March 22) and the start of the spring travel season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows…
Big Blend RadioA Happy Hour Toast to Spring 2025
Celebrate the Start of Spring with this Big Blend Radio ”Happy Hour” Show that focuses on wine, sips, and nibbles from around the world and across America…
Big Blend RadioFeedback Benefits and Basics
Would you tell a coworker they had spinach in their teeth? How about someone you supervise? How about your supervisor? This episode of Big Blend Radio's…
Big Blend RadioUnderstanding and Implementing the Five Tenets of Trust
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business and Career Show, leading trust expert Lea Brovedani “The Trust Architect” discusses the Five…
Big Blend RadioCreating a Pet-Friendly Backyard
Celebrate National Backyard Day (March 19) and the Start of Spring with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that focuses on ways to create…
Big Blend RadioSeven Superwomen in History
Celebrate Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" Podcast. Linda talks about seven…
Big Blend RadioExploring The Rose City - Portland, Oregon
From gardens and historic sites to animal encounters and cultural hotspots, it's all about Portland, Oregon on this episode of Big Blend Radio's travel podcast…
Big Blend RadioThe Extraordinary Journey of the Odyssey
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and author Emily Molina who discusses her book…
Big Blend RadioSpring Brunch Tips & Cheese Stuffed Mini Rolls
Get Ready for Spring Brunch Season with this "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio's COOKING WITH RUTH Podcast with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand…
Big Blend RadioAuthor and Historian Russell Shorto - Taking Manhattan
This episode of Big Blend Radio's WAY BACK WHEN History Podcast features best-selling author and historian Russell Shorto who discusses his new book, "Taking…
Big Blend RadioThe History of Art Museums in America
From the Wadsworth Athenaeum in Hartford, Connecticut and the Corcoran Gallery in Washington, D.C. to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim Museum…
Big Blend RadioCastle Hunting Around the World
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writers Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough talk about their castle hunting…
Big Blend RadioTravel Tips for First-Time Princess Cruisers
It's all about Cruising with Princess Cruises on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast with travel writer Rose Palmer who…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Robert Steven Goldstein - Golda's Hutch
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author Robert Steven Goldstein who discusses his new novel…
Big Blend RadioObesity and Heart Health
This episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast focuses on how obesity increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure…
Big Blend RadioSpring and Summer in Historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Mary Grace Kauffman of Destination Gettysburg who gives a spring and summer…
Big Blend RadioWhale Watching in Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico
This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's PARKS & TRAVEL Podcast features travel writer Sharon K. Kurtz who shares her whale watching adventures in Loreto, Baja…
Big Blend RadioA Taste of Healdsburg, California
Get a Taste of Healdsburg, in Sonoma County, California, on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer…
Big Blend RadioLunging Your Horse
It's all about Lunging Your Horse on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Hear about what lunging is and…
Big Blend RadioWomen Artists in Parks
Celebrate Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show with Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder…
Big Blend RadioA Taste of Spring at The Peanut Patch
Get a Taste of Spring with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Peanut Patch" Podcast with Donna George. It's all about peanut butter and chocolate chip…
Big Blend RadioSpring in California’s Sequoia Country
From outdoor adventures and spring flower power to museums, restaurants, events, and family-friendly activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California…
Big Blend RadioSustainable Travel and Tourism
Celebrate World Conservation Strategy Day with this special episode of Big Blend Radio focusing on Sustainable Travel and Tourism. Hear what destinations are…
Big Blend RadioSpring Brunch and Wine Pairings
Get ready for Spring Brunch Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast with Peggy Fiandaca who talks about pairing wines for…
Big Blend RadioExperience North Lake Tahoe, California
North Lake Tahoe, California, offers a retreat into nature, history, and adventure, far from the neon lights and casinos of the southern shore. Lake Tahoe is…
Big Blend RadioSpring Adventures in Asheville, North Carolina
From the Biltmore Blooms and the Asheville Orchid Festival to Art Shows and Music Events, Hiking and Chasing Waterfalls, and the Southern Conference Basketball…
Big Blend RadioMaria Chamberlain - The Inn at Oxbow Acres
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features innkeeper Maria Chamberlain. Maria and her husband Brian own and run The Inn at OxBow…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Barbara Southard "Unruly Human Hearts"
Lust, infidelity, and betrayal centered the historically famous Beecher-Tilton adultery trial where Theodore Tilton, his wife Elizabeth Tilton, and Reverend…
Big Blend RadioTucson Sisters in Crime 2025
Celebrate Women's History Month and National Reading Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring members of the Tucson Sister in Crime who you can…
Big Blend RadioThe Art of Listening
March is Listening Awareness Month, and while we often think of listening as something we do for others, it truly begins with listening to ourselves. We live…
Big Blend RadioCelebrating Women Authors and Writers
Celebrate Women's History Month and National Reading Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio with guest cohost Johnny Schaefer, and special guests in the…
Big Blend RadioCampfire Cuisine: An Upscale Taste of Adventure
As summer draws near and the call of nature beckons, campers are looking for ways to elevate their outdoor dining experience beyond the standard fare of hot…
Big Blend RadioPaula Whyman - Bad Naturalist
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show, author Paula Whyman discusses her memoir, "BAD NATURALIST: One Woman’s Ecological Education on a…
Big Blend RadioUnique Lodgings and Historic Sites on the Jefferson Highway
Celebrate National Retro Day with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show takes focuses on unique lodgings, historic sites and…
Big Blend RadioEmployment Law After Trump's DEI Executive Orders
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on DEI after Trump's DEI executive orders…
Big Blend RadioNoteworthy Women Inventors in History
In celebration of National Women Inventors Month (February) and Women's History Month (March), this women celebrates four noteworthy women inventors in history…
Big Blend RadioNew York City Adventures: Food, History, and Art
This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about her adventures in New York City including the Official Tour…
Big Blend RadioTravel Writer Success Insider with Terri Guthrie
Welcome to Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast featuring Terri Guthrie, a travel journalist based in Dallas, Texas. On this inaugural episode, Terri…
Big Blend RadioCentral Louisiana Cocktails
Celebrate World Bartender Day with this "flashback" episode of Big Blend Radio recorded onsite with Bartender Lisa at Tunk's Cypress Inn in Boyce, Louisiana…
Big Blend RadioHistoric and Noteworthy Libraries in England
In celebration of February being National Library Lovers Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on…
Big Blend RadioCards, Characters & Cocktails
Celebrate Card Reading Day (Feb. 21) and Play More Cards Day (Feb 22) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour" show that features a virtual card…
Big Blend RadioCommunication Tips, Tools and Traps
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever focuses on Communication for Supervisors and Individuals. Learn essential skills…