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Anglesey, 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 who talks about his adventures in Anglesey, Wales. 
You can read Glynn's article about the daffodils, beautiful scenery, and historic sites like Beaumaris Castle in Anglesey, here:  https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/anglesey-wales-daffodils-scenery-and-historic-sites/ 
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z 
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ 
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend," "Way Back When," "Garden Gossip," and "Vacation Station" shows. Check out our network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

A 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. 
FEATURED GUESTS* MERLE ROSENSTEIN is a freelance writer specializing in travel, drinks, and food. She holds Level 2 Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) certification. Merle will focus on her global travels and Bangkok’s Cocktail Culture. Visit: https://superbubbie.ca/
* CHERYL OGLE is a world traveler, travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go Travel that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. Cheryl will share some of her favorite regional food and drinks from her travels. Visit: https://heywannago.com/
* PEGGY FIANDACA owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham. Peggy talks about their unique events, tasting an pairing parties, and winemaker talks held at their tasting room in downtown Scottsdale. Visit: https://ldvwinery.com/
* DAVE SPECTER is the winemaker of Bells Up Winery in Oregon, that he owns and operates with his wife Sara. Hear about their private and exclusive wine tastings hosted by Dave, and upcoming  2017 Library Release Party with  Chef Carlos Perez. Visit: https://bellsupwinery.com/

Feedback 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 SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever focuses on Feedback  
Topics of discussion include:* What is feedback and why does it matter*  Benefits of feedback, and relevant brain research* Feedback is both positive and negative * General tips to provide feedback and keep it informative, and objective                                                       
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 

Understanding 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 Tenets of Trust.
A main focus in her latest book, “Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World," the Five Tenets include: Commitment, Caring, Consistency, Competence, and Communication.  
Lea Brovedani is an author, speaker and workshop facilitator who is one of North America’s leading experts on trust. She has been named Top Thought Leaders on Trust by the organization Trust Across America. Her other book is “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader." Learn more at https://leabrovedani.com/ 
Lea is also a certified death doula where she helps people prepare for their end-of-life. Learn more: https://souljourneydoula.com/ 

Creating 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 a backyard that is pet-friendly. Hear about toxic plants, fencing tips, and basic needs like shade and water, and more. 
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 Poisonous Plants for Pets on the Trustedhousesitters blog:   https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/pretty-yet-poisonous-plants-for-dogs-to-avoid/  This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend"  and "Garden Gossip" Podcast Channels. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/ 

Seven Superwomen in History

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" Podcast, Linda talks about seven formidable women in history that she admires, with two being inspirations behind her books "Wai-Nani" and "Embrace of the Wild." 
Hear about author Simone de Beauvoir, Ka’ahumanu who was the favorite wife of Kamehameha the Great, adventurer and author Isabella Lucy Bird, Georgie White the "Wild Cat of the Colorado River," bush pilot and equestrian Beryl Markham, artist Georgia O’Keefe, and Sacagawea, aka, Bird Woman. You can read her article about these superwomen, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/seven-superwomen-in-history/ 
Linda also mentions notorious Bobo - you can hear the full interview about her, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjO7XudIArQ 
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 
This episode is also featured on  our Big Blend Radio "Way Back When" History, "Women Making History," and "Big Daily Blend" Channels.  Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here:  https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Exploring 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 "Journey Jukebox with Lisa." Hear about Lisa's experiences in The City of Roses including the International Rose Test Garden, Portland Japanese Garden, Pittock Mansion, The Grotto, Mississippi Studios, and Powell's Books, and the Oregon Zoo.
LINKS TO LISA'S PORTLAND ARTICLES- https://rovology.com/united-states/oregon/rediscovering-the-rose-city-portland-oregon/ - https://fwtmagazine.com/a-step-back-in-time-pittock-mansion-in-portland-oregon/ 
LINKS TO PORTLAND SITES- https://www.portland.gov/parks/washington-park-international-rose-test-garden - https://japanesegarden.org/ - https://www.oregonzoo.org/ - https://thegrotto.org/ - https://pittockmansion.org/ - https://mississippistudios.com/  - https://www.powells.com/ 
JOURNEY JUKEBOX MUSIC PLAYLIST on SPOTIFY (updated each episode):  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=54c7630328284648 
Portland Photos by Lisa Evans, and courtesy of Travel Portland. 
LISA EVANS is a travel writer and photographer, travel advisor, and author of "100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die."  More at https://writerlisa.com/ and https://www.gosmart.travel/advisors/lisa/evans 
New episodes of Big Blend Radio’s ”Journey Jukebox with Lisa” Podcast air every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST. Follow the podcast from your favorite platform here:  https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/ 
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio "Garden Gossip" and "Vacation Station" Channels.  Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here:  https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Author Emily Molina - The 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, "Tacoma's Tall Ship: The Extraordinary Journey of the Odyssey," out now through Arcadia Publishing. 
In 1978, the Odyssey, a 90-foot wooden yawl, arrived in Tacoma to serve as a training vessel and beloved landmark, standing tall in the harbor. Launched in 1938 off Nevins Boatyard in City Island, New York, the Odyssey spent four years traveling the world under the ownership of Barklie Henry. The ship hosted the Vanderbilt family and famous names like Ernest Hemingway before being donated to the cause during World War II. One name change later, it began service as a top-secret research vessel for the U.S. Navy, working in places like San Diego and Woods Hole until finding a home in Tacoma. Now, under new ownership, the Odyssey is docked in San Francisco and being renovated to be able to sail to France. There's some women's history story in the Odyssey's lifespan too! 
Emily Molina is a freelance writer who lives in the South Puget Sound region of Washington with her retired army veteran husband and two children. Molina is a former international flight attendant, and her work has been published in numerous magazines. Visit: https://molinawriter.wordpress.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 Big Blend Radio "Way Back When" History and "Women Making History" Channels. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork