Big Blend Radio

Bootleggers, Rum Runners and ‘Shiners

Celebrate National Bootlegger Day (Jan. 17) and listen in as Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour" show "goes on the run" from Georgia to Florida, South Carolina, Maine, New York City and finally to the backwoods of Hot Springs, Arkansas. 
Featured "Bootleggers and Runners" Include:- Author & Travel Writer Kathleen Walls: https://katywalls.com and https://americanroads.net/ - Author & Photographer Jo Clark: https://haveglasswilltravel.com and https://recipestravelculture.com - Author Matt Cost "King of Happy Hour": https://www.mattcost.net/ - Tiffany Bertram, owner of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/ 
RELATED ARTICLES OF INTEREST:- Big Blend Spirits Guide: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/bourbon-whiskey-moonshine-distilled-spirits/ - Dessert by the Light of the Moon: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dessert-by-the-light-of-the-moon/ - Rocky Mount: https://recipestravelculture.com/rocky-mount-snuggles-against-blue-ridge/  - Yadkin Valley Wine Country: https://recipestravelculture.com/my-adventures-on-the-yadkin-valley-wine-and-shine-trail/ - Granddaddy Mimms: https://www.roadtripamerica.com/forum/content.php?2836-Granddaddy-Mimm-s-Distilling-Company-Blairsville-Georgia - Blairsville: https://rovology.com/united-states/georgia/best-things-to-do-in-blairsville-georgia/ - Family Moonshine Biz:  https://www.salon.com/2018/04/07/familys-moonshine-business-is-more-than-a-job-it-is-a-legacy-partner/ 
MUSIC PLAYLIST: Check it out n Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5End6Kf3bvJCwdmlV4MMLl?si=3b56306f85ed43ee 
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Setting Your Team Up for Success

This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever focuses on how supervision is about setting up your team for success.
Rita explains how to follow SCOPE:S - Set Up for SuccessC - CommunicateO - OverseeP - PartnershipE - Expectations 
Rita Sever is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.”  Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/ 
Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast features new episodes every 3rd Friday at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/ 
This episode is also  featured on other Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Three Months Left to Live - Now What?

What if you were just told you had three months to live? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea discusses the priorities, wishes, and dreams you would want to fulfill in your final days.
The domains she focuses on are:1.  Physical: Creating comfort in body and environment.2.  Emotional: Honouring feelings and healing relationships3. Mental: Gleaning meaning and life review4. Spiritual: Honouring beliefs and practices5. Practical: After-death care and ceremonies Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/ 
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu 

All About Dog Walking

Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Month (January) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that focuses on the benefits of walking your dog (for humans and their pup pals), and safety tips. 
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is hosted by veteran pet sitters Nancy J Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter team behind Big Blend Radio & Magazines, and cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/  
Check out this veterinarian approved article about the Benefits of Dog Walking on the Trustedhousesitters blog:  https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/benefits-of-dog-walking 
Plus, Lisa's "Walks with Lucy" short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5di5oVKXh8Q 
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channel. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/ 

So Much to Experience in New York State

Celebrate Travel Tuesday and National Shop for Travel Day with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA that features Ross D. Levi, Executive Director of the New York State Division of Tourism. 
From the Adirondacks and the Finger Lakes to Saratoga and the Big Apple, hear about the Empire State's seasonal activities and attractions throughout its eleven travel regions, and some of the big celebrations and events coming up including the 2025 Bicentennial of the Erie Canal Completion, 2025 PGA Ryder Cup, Great Gatsby 100th Anniversary, America 250, and 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plan your New York State experience here: https://www.iloveny.com/ 
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 

New California Employment Laws for 2025

This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on the new California Employment Laws for 2025. Check out Ward's list of new laws and regulations, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-california-employment-laws-for-2025/ 
New laws covered in the podcast and article include:- Private Attorney General Act (PAGA)- Reproductive Loss Leave Mediation Program- Paid Family Leave (PFL) Vacation Protection- Leave for Victims of Crimes- Minimum Wage & Salary- Use of Driver’s License Restrictions- Freelance Worker Protection Act- Voluntary Captive Audience Meetings
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ 
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O 

A Taste Of Santa Rosa, California

From wine tasting and fine dining to safari adventures, this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark gives us all a taste of Santa Rosa, the county seat of Sonoma County in Northern California. Read Jo's article about it all here: https://fwtmagazine.com/fall-in-love-with-santa-rosa-one-taste-at-a-time/ 
Check out more of Jo's articles about her visit to Sonoma County, here:* Riding on the Wild Side in Sonoma: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/riding-on-the-wild-sidecar-of-sonomas-wine-country/ * The Most Exciting Time in Sonoma: https://recipestravelculture.com/exciting-time-in-sonoma/ * Top Four Parks in Sonoma: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/top-4-parks-to-visit-in-sonoma-county/ 
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd 

How to Become a Horse Show Judge

It's all about How to Become a Horse Show Judge on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. 
Main Points of Discussion include:- Ring stewarding- Getting your foot in the door - References from show managers- Know the rule book for each association- Apply, get accepted, and go to a judge’s seminar  - Getting carded
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/  
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/