Big Blend Radio

Christmas Movie History and Museum Experiences

Celebrate the holiday season with this Big Blend Radio podcast covering Christmas Movies and Museums!
STEVE SCHNEICKERT recalls the Hollywood History of Classic Christmas Movies including ‘It’s A Wonderful Life‘, ‘The Man Who Came To Dinner‘, ‘A Christmas Carol‘, ‘The Bishop’s Wife‘, ‘The Wizard of Oz‘, ‘Meet Me in St. Louis‘, ‘Miracle on 34th Street‘, and many more. Hear more of Steve's Hollywood History segments here: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/sets/hollywood-history-with-steve 
BARABRA REDDING, travel journalist, talks about two Christmas Movie Museums she recently visited. Hear about the It's a Wonderful Life Museum in Seneca Falls, New York, and the House from The Christmas Story in Cleveland, Ohio. Keep up with Barbara at https://www.wonderfullifemuseum.com/ Visit the Museum sites at https://www.wonderfullifemuseum.com/ and https://housefromachristmasstory.com/ 

Tacoma's Tall Ships, Local Gems, and Must-See Attractions

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with authors Peggy Cleveland and Emily Molina about Tacoma, Washington’s Tall Ships, Local Gems, and Must-See Attractions. Read her story about Tacoma here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tacomas-tall-ships-local-gems-and-must-see-attractions/ 
Peggy Cleveland is an avid traveler, food and wine enthusiast, and author of "100 Things To Do In Tacoma Before You Die." Visit: https://peggywhereshouldigo.com/ 
Emily Molina is a freelance writer whose love of history and the sea led to her first book, "Tacoma's Tall Ship - The Extraordinary Journey of the Odyssey." Visit: https://molinawriter.wordpress.com/ 
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj 
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/ 
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Trumpeter Delbert Anderson in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed trumpeter Delbert Anderson, the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
A Diné jazz trumpet artist, composer, and educator, Delbert stands at the forefront of a vibrant Native American jazz scene. His work, deeply rooted in his Diné heritage, seamlessly integrates Navajo "spinning songs" of love, healing, and courtship with jazz and funk, thus marking him as a community-minded Indigenous individualist. Through his Delbert Anderson Quartet, Anderson revives the improvised sounds of the Diné circle, blending them with jazz, funk, and hip-hop. His compositions are inspired by Navajo Nation landscapes, historical events, and the desire to preserve and educate about Diné history. More: https://delbertanderson.com/ 
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ 

Holiday Gifts and Tasty Treats at The Peanut Patch

Get a Taste of December and Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George. 
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites:  See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/ 
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/  
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Winter Magic and Holiday Fun in California's Sequoia Country

From outdoor adventures and snow play to seasonal shopping, events and festivities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on winter and holiday fun in Tulare County, California.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.  
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include - Holly Streit - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia,  https://www.visitvisalia.com/ 
Plan your visit to Tulare County, at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/ 

Wine It Up For The Holidays

Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast that focuses on Wine and Food Pairings, Gifts for Wine Lovers, Tasting Experiences, and of course, Peggy's Wine Term of the Month! 
CHECK OUT PEGGY'S HOLIDAY RECIPES & PAIRING TIPS:- Filet Mignon with Cognac Mushroom Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/filet-mignon-with-cognac-mushroom-sauce/ - Baked Glazed Ham: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/ - New Year Black Eyed Peas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-good-luck-cajun-black-eyed-peas/ - Pairing Wine with Pie Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-do-you-pair-wine-with-pie/ - Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/ - Pairing Wine with Chocolate: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/ 
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj 
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/ 
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

A Visit to Fredericksburg in the Texas Hill Country

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 town has managed to hold onto that Old World charm while embracing a bit of Texas spirit. And, with over 100 vineyards and tasting rooms in the region, this town has truly earned its place on the wine map. Then there's Luckenbach which became famous in the 1970s as a country music hotspot. Learn more at https://www.visitfredericksburgtx.com/ CHECK OUT SHARON'S ARTICLE about her adventures in Fredericksburg here: https://shebuystravel.com/things-to-do-in-fredericksburg-texas/ 
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/  
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/. 

Visiting and Supporting Asheville This Holiday Season

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/    ** See their GoFundMe page:  https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-bed-breakfast-hurricane-recovery 
- JAY SCHULTZ - Retired Army Officer and owner of Spartan Photography known for his drone and aerial work (as seen in the podcast photo). More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/ ** Also follow his social media accounts for his giveaway:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Spartan.Photo - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spartanphotoavl/ 
- NICOLE WILL - Co-Founder of Asheville Wellness Tours that offers customizable wellness and yoga retreats and experiences in the mountains of Western North Carolina. More at https://ashevillewellnesstours.com/ *** See their GOFUNDMe Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-wellness-tours-recovery 
LINKS OF SUPPORT (Thanks Nicole):* Elderflower Care: https://www.elderflowercommunity.org/ * Conserving Carolina: https://conservingcarolina.org/  * Asheville GreenWorks: https://www.ashevillegreenworks.org/ * Mountain True: https://mountaintrue.org/ * WNC Strong: Rebuilding Together Grant Fund (For profit businesses with fewer than 100 employees - not industry specific!): https://www.mountainbizworks.org/helene/wnc-strong-rebuilding-together-grants-2/  * WE ARE Grant (Women Owned Businesses): https://weareasheville.org/pages/founding-member* Explore Asheville Voluntourism: https://www.exploreasheville.com/article/voluntourism-ways-give-back-when-visiting-asheville  
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/