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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 RadioEvolution of Art Materials: Paint — From Minerals to Modernity
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "World of Art Podcast," artist and art historian Victoria Chick continues the Evolution of Art Materials series with a…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Michael G. Colburn: Asylum Murders
Author Michael G. Colburn joins Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts” show to discuss his Lady Black Mystery Series and the inspiration behind his gripping…
Big Blend RadioJames Michael Dorsey: Award-winning Author & Explorer
As part of our Book Blitz Month programming, award-winning author, explorer, photographer, and cetacean specialist James Michael Dorsey joins Big Blend Radio…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Nancy Bernhard: The Double Standard Sporting House
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Books & Authors” Show with Books Forward, airing on the second Wednesday of the month, features author Nancy Bernhard, who…
Big Blend RadioNavigating Women’s Weight for a Healthy Heart
In observance of Women’s Healthy Weight Day (Jan. 15, 2026), board-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany explores the powerful connection between…
Big Blend RadioWinter Wonderland of Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) we explore the winter…
Big Blend RadioGlendora: Isabelle Armand on Her Mississippi Delta Documentary
"A moving testament to the Mississippi Delta, Glendora reveals how the bonds of family and home transform structural scarcity into profound community…
Big Blend RadioDiscovering Dubai: Where Tradition Meets Modern Life
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Wanderers Compass" Travel Podcast, Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough explore Dubai, a dynamic destination where deep-rooted…
Big Blend Radio10 Haunted Towns & Spooky Ghost Tours Across the United States
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Jo Goes Everywhere!” Podcast, travel writer Jo Clark explores 10 haunted towns and spooky ghost tours across the United…
Big Blend RadioUnderstanding Mare Reproductive Health
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood explores mare reproductive health, focusing on the anatomy and care of…
Big Blend RadioMorgan Hill, California: Where Agriculture, Wine & Community Thrive
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food Wine & Travel" Show with International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association, travel writer and photographer Cori…
Big Blend RadioWinter in Chicago: Art, Culture, Food & Budget-Friendly Fun
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Quiltripping Travel with Rose” podcast, travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer explores the beauty, culture, and…
Big Blend RadioWine Trends & Egg Rolls: Pairing Wine with Global Flavors
In this thought-provoking episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast, the conversation explores how wine is about more than what’s in the…
Big Blend RadioDiscovering Corpus Christi: Coastal Adventures, Culture & Culinary Delights
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast, award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz explores the vibrant…
Big Blend RadioRocking Asheville - Stone Whiskey, Music & Mountain Magic
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast, hosts Steve and Karen Wilson spotlight Asheville’s creative spirit through a…
Big Blend RadioOklahoma Route 66: The Heart of The Mother Road
Recorded on location at the Oklahoma Historical Society, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Podcast celebrates the Route 66 Centennial in…
Big Blend RadioFilm Director Michael Premo - Homegrown: A Portrait of a Nation Divided
Award-winning filmmaker Michael Premo joins Big Blend Radio to discuss "Homegrown," his critically acclaimed documentary examining the human stories behind the…
Big Blend RadioEcological Gardening: Working with Nature for a Healthier Garden
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Garden Gossip" Podcast, we welcome Matt Mattus, Senior Director of Horticulture for the American Horticultural Society…
Big Blend RadioPostcards with a Purpose: How Visual Storytelling Makes You Heard
How do you truly get your message across in today’s distraction-filled world? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Podcast we talk with…
Big Blend RadioWhy Transformational Life Coaching Is a Path to Happiness
In this insightful Big Blend Radio "Soul Diving Sunday" conversation, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin —also known as the Live & Die Happy Coach —…
Big Blend RadioJohnny Schaefer: Music Inspired by Books and Authors
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Show welcomes award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer, co-host of the show every 1st Sunday, as we…
Big Blend RadioDiscovering Casper: A Road Tripping Destination in Wyoming
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel Show," host Linda Kissam, the Food, Wine & Shopping Diva, welcomes Annette Pitts, CEO of Visit…
Big Blend RadioArt, Parks & Legacy: The NPAF Retrospective with Tanya Ortega
This shared episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Parks & Arts” Show features Tanya Ortega, founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), who…
Big Blend RadioDiscovering Yuma, Arizona: Snowbirds, Sunshine & Southwest Flavor
Ring in the New Year with Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch, in this upbeat episode of Big Blend Radio’s "The Peanut Patch" Podcast. As snowbirds arrive…
Big Blend RadioOutdoors in California's Sequoia Country
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “California’s Sequoia Country” podcast explores the incredible federal parks and public lands of Tulare County…
Big Blend RadioFocused for 2026: Embracing Theme Words for the New Year
Happy New Year 2026! In this special episode of Big Blend Radio, we are officially celebrating 19 years of podcasting! To kick off the year with focus and…
Big Blend RadioNew California Employment Laws for 2026
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Employment Law" Podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs, the conversation continues on the new and…
Big Blend RadioCruising Experiences in 2026: From River Cruising to Culinary Adventures
Cruise travel continues to evolve, and 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year at sea and along the world’s rivers. This episode of Big Blend Radio’s…
Big Blend RadioMusic for a Fresh Start: Welcoming 2026 with Joey Stuckey, Johnny Schaefer & Anna Karney
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Music Talks with Joey Stuckey (airing every 4th Sunday), Joey is joined by award-winning California-based…
Big Blend RadioA Culinary Journey Through Africa: Food, Culture & Travel Stories
From street food to fine wine, this lively group conversation explores the rich, diverse, and often misunderstood world of African cuisine through the eyes…
Big Blend RadioBirds of the Great Lakes with Dexter Patterson
In this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection Podcast, we explore the joy of birding in the Great Lakes region with expert birder, educator…
Big Blend RadioCaptivating Catania: Experience a Unique Style of Sicilian Charm
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Global Adventures" Podcast with travel writer Debbie Stone explores Catania, Sicily, a city defined by resilience…
Big Blend RadioWhen Martians Were Real: Science, History & America’s Alien Craze
In this thought-provoking episode of Big Blend Radio, acclaimed author David Baron discusses his award-winning book, "The Martians: The True Story of an Alien…
Big Blend RadioFeast of Words - Four Voices, One Debut: Courage and Compassion
What does it take to stand strong in the face of life's storms? In the grand finale of our "Four Voices: One Debut" series on Big Blend Radio’s "Toast to the…
Big Blend RadioBig Blend Radio's "Holiday Happy Hour Party" 2025
Raise a glass and join the fun on Big Blend Radio’s Annual Holiday Happy Hour Party 2025, a festive roundtable celebration filled with cocktails, travel tales…
Big Blend RadioHoliday Ham Spirals, Roulades, and More with Chef Ivan Flowers
Chef Ivan Flowers—5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor—returns to Big Blend Radio’s “Eat, Drink & Be Merry” Show to share a festive, crowd-pleasing appetizer…
Big Blend RadioEvolution of Art Materials: Bristles & Brushes
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "World of Art Podcast," artist and art historian Victoria Chick launches a new series exploring the Evolution of Art…
Big Blend RadioFeast of Words - Four Voices, One Debut: Roots and Revolutions
How does the past define our future? In Part 3 of our "Four Voices: One Debut" series on Big Blend Radio’s "Toast to the Arts," we dig into the stories that…
Big Blend RadioWinter Solstice Reflections & Christmas Songs with Johnny Schaefer
In this special Winter Solstice episode of Big Blend Radio, we celebrate the birthday of award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer, cohost of the Big…
Big Blend RadioKindness vs. Niceness: Why Effective Leaders Must Have Difficult Conversations
In this insightful episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (Supervision Matters & Leading for…
Big Blend RadioOne True Song: Anna Karney on The Power of Music and Connection
In this episode of Big Blend Radio, we welcome back Bay Area singer-songwriter, educator, and activist Anna Karney for a heartfelt conversation about music as…
Big Blend RadioThe Power of Apologies: Rebuilding Trust Through Accountability
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Lea Brovedani, internationally recognized as “The Trust Architect,” explores the…
Big Blend RadioThe Creative Influence of Cats and Dogs with Author D.R. Ransdell
In celebration of National Cat Lovers Month, Big Blend Radio’s Pet Connection show explores the powerful role pets play in creativity, storytelling, and…
Big Blend RadioSeven Great Travel Picks for 2026
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Lost Angel Travel Adventures” show, travel writer and author Linda Ballou shares seven inspiring travel picks for 2026…
Big Blend RadioWhy Travel Advisors Matter: From Cruises to Skip-Gen Adventures
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Journey Jukebox" travel podcast, travel advisor and writer Lisa Evans shares why working with a travel advisor can make…
Big Blend RadioMagical Christmas Destinations Around the World
In this cozy, fireside episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" Podcast, Terri and Ron Guthrie share some of their favorite destinations for…
Big Blend RadioUncorking Turkey: Exploring One of the World’s Oldest Wine Cultures
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), we’re joined by Andrea…
Big Blend RadioFeast of Words - Four Voices, One Debut: Secrets and Journeys
Every writer remembers the first time they brought a world to life. In Part 2 of our "Four Voices: One Debut" series on Big Blend Radio’s "Toast to the Arts"…
Big Blend RadioExploring Christmas Traditions: Nutcrackers, Winter Travel & Holiday Flavors
In this festive episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Jo Goes Everywhere!” Podcast, travel writer Jo Clark celebrates the magic of the holiday season through Christmas…
Big Blend RadioMastering How to Trailer Horses
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood tackles the essential topic of trailer breaking horses—a critical skill…
Big Blend RadioFeast of Words - Four Voices, One Debut: The Leading Ladies
Every literary journey begins with a single spark. Welcome to the premiere episode of our special "Four Voices: One Debut" spotlight on the Feast of Words…
Big Blend RadioJustice and Comedy in Jamestown, New York
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer Barbara…
Big Blend RadioChasing the Northern Lights: An Adventure Awaits
The conversation also highlights the importance of planning additional activities, managing expectations, and embracing the unpredictability that comes with…
Big Blend RadioThe World's Freshest Gifts
This episode of Big Blend's "Eat Drink & Be Merry" show offers a fresh conversation with Robert Schueller of Melissa's World Variety Produce, who discusses…
Big Blend RadioAuthor Alex Woodard - Ordinary Soil Novel
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Alex Woodard—singer-songwriter, author, and storyteller—who discusses his…
Big Blend RadioDiscovering Flanders: A Journey Through History, Art & Culture
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), Jillian Sliwinski of…
Big Blend RadioRomance in the Heart of the Dallas Arts District
In this on-location episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" Show, Terri and Ron Guthrie are joined by Steven Fryatt at the luxurious Fairmont Dallas…
Big Blend RadioChesapeake Stories & Coastal Charm: Exploring Maryland’s Eastern Shore
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Wanderers Compass" Travel Podcast, hosts and travel writers Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough take us on a journey through…
Big Blend RadioThe Gift of Presence: Bringing Light to Others
In this heartwarming episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Soul Diving Sunday" Show, Shelley Whizin, Live & Die Happy Coach, explores the power of presence, listening…
Big Blend RadioWine Friendly Holiday Season
Celebrate the holiday season with wine, food, and festive cheer in this flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast with Peggy…