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Have you experienced the Hill Country of Texas? From wine tasting and live music, and history, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast is all about historic Fredericksburg, Texas.  Fredericksburg is a small town with a big personality, where you can really sense the blend of cultures that shaped its character. From its roots as a German settlement in 1846, the t...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on visiting Asheville and supporting this popular mountain destination post Hurricane Helene. Featured Guests - KAREN WILSON, who along with her husband Steve, owns and runs The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/  &...

'Tis the Season of Giving and this episode of Big Blend Radio explores the myriad of ways to support our parks, the arts, military, kids and families, and more. Enjoy these inspiring conversations that offer practical ideas for giving back.  ON THIS EPISODE: - IVAN LEVIN gives an overview of the preservation and educational programs that the National Park Trust offers. Established in 1983, th...

In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, award-winning and best selling author Mike Nemeth discusses his two Boomer Generation novels that revolve around the main character Eddie Kovacs. What a wonderful set of books for those from the boomer era and younger. More at: https://mikenemethauthor.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have an equestrian or horse lover on your holiday shopping list? If so, check out this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring author and world champion horse trainer Christy Wood who talks about her various books and horse-related gifts that include horseshoe decor and more. Visit her website and online store here: https://wdnhorse.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio features author Kimberly Hess who gives an overview of her book, "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." A fantastic gift for women's history enthusiasts, Pennsylvania history buffs, and philanthropists, this groundbreaking biography covers the extraordinary life of Sarah. B. Cochran “The Coal Queen....

Looking for the perfect book for those avid readers and bookworms in your life? Check out our Holiday Shopping chat with author, writer, and editor Clifford Garstang who gives an overview of his novels and short story collections that make idea gifts. More at https://cliffordgarstang.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kick start your holiday shopping this Cyber Monday with Aryn Youngless on Big Blend Radio! Aryn is a writer, author, and geneaologist. Check out her genealogy gifts, books & journals, and family history research services here https://www.genealogybyaryn.com.    You can also visit her Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpringHeeledJackM   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on how to be the light in your life. Check out Shelley's article "BEing the Light: A Year-End reflection" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/being-the-light-a-year-end-reflection/ SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Brin...

Get Ready to Celebrate the December Holidays with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show! It's all about holiday traditions, travel and festive events, music, food & drink, and more! FEATURED GUESTS: - JOHNNY SCHAEFER @hearjohnny - Award-winning singer/songwriter, cohost of the Big Daily Blend show every 1st Sunday. More: Johnny at https://hearjohnny.com/   - TER...

'Tis the Season (and Small Business Saturday), so this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the multiple benefits of shopping local and small shops this holiday season. How does it help families, communty. tourism, and economy? Hear what Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours in England has to say. Keep up with Glynn and read his article about Shopping Small Businesses here:  https://blendradioandtv...

In support of Small Business Saturday and the Holiday Shopping Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features winemaker Dave Specter, who along with his wife Sara, owns and runs Bells Up Winery in Oregon.  Hear about their wines that are perfect for holiday gatherings and gifts, and, their unique seated private tastings (online and in person at the winery) t...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the Military Vehicle Preservation Association's recent convoy on the historic Jefferson Highway. Held October 1-31, 2024, the convoy will traveled from Minnesota to Louisiana. Learn more: https://www.mvpa.org/convoys   Featured guests are Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association, MVPA Convoy Comm...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show kicks off the Holiday Shopping Season with Robert Schueller of Melissa's Specialty Produce who discusses their Black Friday / Cyber Monday Week Sale 2024 that Saves 20% Off Select Items including Wine & Culinary Baskets, Clean Snax, Party Trays, Tamale Making Kits and more. Sale Runs until December 2, 2024 midnight PST.  Vis...

From sexual harassment and intoxication to wage and hur liability, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on employment issues related to holiday parties and celebrations.  Check out Ward's list of things employers may want to consider to help control liability and to keep the holiday season merry, here: https://blend...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's WOMEN MAKING HISTORY Podcast focuses on Women in the World of Food and Wine. FEATURED GUESTS: - SHARON K. KURTZ is a travel writer and award-winning photographer. Hear about some of the amazing women chefs she met in Oakland, California, as featured in her article here: https://fwtmagazine.com/a-taste-of-oakland-three-women-chefs-bringing-their-unique-flavor-to-th...

From Kyoto to Osaka, his episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about her experiences on the “In the Shadow of Mountains” tour with Oku Japan. On this small group tour, Debbie traveled to towns, villages, cities, and islands of western Japan, on both the Sea of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea regions. This small-group, guided, 12-day trip began in Kyoto and...

In celebration of November being National Aviation History Month, this is Part Two of Two Episodes focusing on the history of flight, and features husband-wife Ron and Terri Guthrie. Hear about Ron's career as a pilot and three of their favorite aviation museums including Palm Springs Historic Air Museum, Ronald Regan Presidential Library, and the WWII Museum in New Orleans. Ron Guthrie grew up in...

In celebration of November being National Aviation History Month, this is Part One of Two Episodes focusing on the history of flight, from America to England, and across to Europe. Hear about famous pilots, the creation of gliders and airplanes, and about aviation related museums and destinations you can visit. FEATURED GUESTS: - DEBBIE STONE, travel writer, talks about her visit to the Wright Bro...

Featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on holiday gift ideas, seasonal events and current exhibits at this Tucson landmark. Hear about the annual La Fiesta de Guadalupe, held on Dec. 8, 2024, that honors Mexico’s patron saint with music, dancing and performances including mariachi bands, folklorico dancers, and Yaqui De...

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with musician Joey Stuckey celebrates Native American musicians and music.  CHECK OUT - Our Indigenous Voices music playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/ydef7wup   - National Association of Native American Music site that includes Nammy nominee music playlists, and performer history: ht...

Thinking of moving to England or purchasing a second property or vacation spaces? This episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on real estate opportunities in England. Check out his article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/considering-a-move-to-england/   Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every f...

One of the deadliest natural disasters in modern history, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami in which 230,000 people perished, will be National Geographic's biggest docuseries of autumn, 'Tsunami: Race Against Time.'  This episode of Big Blend Radio features Barry Hirshorn, the seismologist who, in 2004, was tracking all the data as it trickled in. During the chaos, Hirshorn had to make sense of d...

What do you say when a loved one just received a terminal diagnosis or is at their last stage of life as we know it? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea shares advice on how to communicate and support loved ones facing the end of their life. Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula: Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices Emotion - H...

It's all about How to Save Money While Traveling on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. From luggage and phones, to food and transfers Cheryl has some fantastic budget hacks to help you get rid of unnecessary expenses. Check out her blog post about it all, here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/08/14/saving-money-while-traveling/ Che...