Big Blend Radio

Viva Variety! 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! Topics include: Music, Books & The Arts; Travel & Recreation; Food & Drink; National Parks & Public Lands; History & Culture; Nature & Environment; Home & Garden; Family & Education; Business & Career; and much more!

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Big Blend Radio broadcasts new episodes from our network of shows daily.

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Episodes

39 minutes ago

From visiting Georgia O’Keeffe’s Home and Studio in Abiquiú to exploring Bandlier National Monument, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast focuses on day trips and attractions you can experience when visiting Santa Fe in Northern New Mexico, known as The City Different.
Read her article on day trips here:  https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/awesome-day-trips-in-northern-new-mexico-linda-ballou/ 
Read her article about Georgia O'Keefe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/georgia-okeefe-to-run-wild-and-free/ 
Listen to Linda's previous podcast about her visit to Santa Fe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-sensational-santa-fe-new-mexico/  Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ 
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST,  here on YouTube:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared 
 

6 hours ago

In perfect time for the holiday shopping season, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show features award-winning author C.B. Wilson, who is known for her popular Barkview Dog Mystery series. Hear about her books, her Bat Dogs petition, and much more. Visit: https://cbwilsonauthor.com/ 
Plus, check out her fun song, "12 Days of Barkview Christmas" on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPMzjs0y7NM 
In celebration of the holiday gift giving season, this episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Toast to The Arts" Podcast Channels. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/ 

21 hours ago

From the 98th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival to the Christmas Tour of Homes, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast focuses on what to experience this holiday season in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Featured guest is Paige Alost, the Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land.  Plan Your Visit to Natchitoches and check out the event calendar at https://natchitoches.com/ and learn more about the Christmas Festival of Lights at https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/ 
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show and check out the past episodes here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/ 

2 days ago

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Michael Wolk, author of the immersive cyber novel "DevilsGame," that's crafted for the digital age, merging traditional storytelling with cutting-edge technology. 
DevilsGame invites you to step into a world where your mobile device isn’t just a tool—it’s a gateway to a gripping, interactive story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Follow the intense journey of Nathan Rifkin and Claire Bodine as they race against time to uncover a deadly conspiracy hidden within a viral mobile game. Its out now. Visit: https://devilsgame.com/ 

2 days ago

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Tamara MC who shares her adventures exploring comedic icon Lucille Ball's hometown in Chautauqua County, New York. 
Offering a unique blend of nostalgia, entertainment history, and small-town charm this adventure included a visit to the Lucy Desi Museum in Jamestown, along with the National Comedy Center, the Lucille Ball Memorial Park, Lucy's childhood home at 59 Lucy Lane, and Lake View Cemetery, Lucy's final resting place. More at: https://lucydesi.com/ 
Dr. Tamara MC is a seasoned travel journalist and cultural linguist from the United States with a track record of publications in high-profile lifestyle and travel outlets. With a keen focus on ecotourism, sustainability, wildlife, hiking, t cycling, gastronomy, and cultural tourism, Tamara brings a unique depth to her storytelling. Tamara has an impressive command of over eight languages and has ventured to nearly 80 countries, primarily solo. More at  https://tamaramc.com/ 
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m 
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Vacation Station," "Toast to The Arts," and "Women Making History." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here:  https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

3 days ago

In observance of Cult Awareness Day, this episode focuses on life inside a cult, and then leaving and start life over. 
FEATURED GUESTS:- GEOFF LEVIN is a musician, composer, producer, and film director of the “Brothers Broken” documentary on his life in and now out of scientology. Watch the trailer and learn more: https://www.brothersbroken.com/ - TAMARA MC was raised in a cult, but got out of it and became a world traveler, writer, and activist for girls and women worldwide. See her website for resources including a page listing "325 Ways to Know if You are in a Cult" - see: https://tamaramc.com/are-you-in-a-cult/ - MATT COST is a prolific author of historical fiction and mystery, and the inspiration behind this episode. More: https://www.mattcost.net/ 

3 days ago

Get Ready for Thanksgiving with this episode of Big Blend Radio's COOKING WITH RUTH Podcast with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” 
From shopping to cooking and serving, check out Ruth's List of Thanksgiving Tips and Recipes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-thanksgiving-tips/ 
Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/ 
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n 
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

4 days ago

Part 2 of today's National Hiking Day or Take a Hike Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on unique and easy hiking experiences in England, Scotland, and Wales. Hear Part One that focuses on America, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/hiking-destinations-across-america-and-beyond/ 
FEATURED GUESTS & THEIR ARTICLES:  - TRAVEL WRITER DEBBIE STONE talks about Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail anArticles:- Hadrian’s Wall Path: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-hadrians-wall-path-national-trail/  - The Wales Coast Path: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/a-walk-on-the-wild-side-in-wales/ 
- GLYNN BURROWS OF NORFOLK TOURS talks about walking and easy hiking experiences along England’s Coastline and the Roman Roads of Peddar’s Way.Articles:- Walking England’s Coastline: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-englands-varied-coastline/ - Roman Roads & Peddar’s Way: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/roman-roads-of-england/ 

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Viva Variety, the Spice that Adds Quality to Life!

This is the place to catch up with all the new episodes from the Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts. There's something for everyone, and something new to listen to every day with topics that include Music, Books & The Arts; Travel & Recreation; Food & Drink; National Parks & Public Lands; History & Culture; Nature & Environment; Home & Garden; Family & Education; Business & Career; and much more.



Big Blend Radio podcasts are hosted and produced by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter publishing team behind Big Blend Magazines, and full-time travelers on the Love Your Parks Tour.



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