Big Blend Radio

How CityPASS Attraction Tickets Can Save You Money

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA features Meg Heinen of CityPASS, who shares how you can save BIG on the top attractions across North America in landmark cities and destinations like Boston, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, San Diego & Southern California,  San Francisco, Seattle, and Toronto.  Learn more at https://www.citypass.com/ 
Airing every 2nd Tuesday, this Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 
Photos Courtesy of CityPASS: Space Needle with Seattle skyline with Mount Rainier in the distance; Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Passing Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty. 

Big Daily Blend - Travel Africa!

From the pyramids of Egypt and the Sahara Desert of Morocco to the Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration in East Africa and Table Mountain in Cape Town, this episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates Travel Africa Day (February 13). Africa is the world's second-largest continent covering approximately 11.7 million square miles, and is home to 7 Natural Wonders of the World including the Ngorongoro Crater, The Nile River, The Okavango Delta,  The Sahara Desert, The Red Sea Reef, Serengeti Migration, and Mount Kilimanjaro. 
CHECK OUT BIG BLEND MAGAZINE ARTICLES & BIG BLEND RADIO PODCASTS COVERING AFRICA:* Jamie Clark - Adventures in Africa: http://tinyurl.com/55h3eub6 * Sharon Kurtz - King Tut & The Valley of The Kings: http://tinyurl.com/mr2xjmnm * Barbara Redding - Magical Tour of Morocco: http://tinyurl.com/3fap2r52 * Debbie Stone -  Namibia's Little Five: http://tinyurl.com/mrx4sps5 * Debbie Stone - Chobe & Victoria Falls: http://tinyurl.com/nh9rhfpk * Debbie Stone - Captivating Cape Town: http://tinyurl.com/yt3xex4d * Elizabeth Willoughby -  Epic Zimbabwe Road Trip: http://tinyurl.com/y79jxrrb * Elsa Van Der Byl - Hippos, Hotspots & Homelands: http://tinyurl.com/2s62nfnb * Elsa Van Der Byl - Sailing from Venice to Cape Town: http://tinyurl.com/yetjydne * Roxie LaFever - Roaming with Roxie: http://tinyurl.com/5x3xnvz8 

Dr. Shaan Patel - Digital SAT Playbook

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr. Shaan Patel, MD, MBA,  best-selling author and founder of Prep Expert. Hear about his new book, "Digital SAT Playbook: Winning Strategies to Achieve Your Dream Score." 
Since appearing on Shark Tank and striking an investment deal with billionaire Mark Cuban, Dr. Shaan Patel has turned  Prep Expert into the industry leader of SAT and ACT preparation. In anticipation of the SAT going digital this spring Dr. Patel presents expertly crafted techniques for guaranteed results in this forthcoming guide, "Digital SAT Playbook," which can be pre-ordered on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/yezkj7d5 
Be part of the "Digital SAT Playbook" launch event on March 3rd at 3:00PM Pacific Time and learn how to help your child ace the new 2024 Digital SAT and earn $100,000+ college scholarships! Details: https://prepexpert.com/ 

Joey Stuckey - The Sound of Georgia

“Melodies bring memories, That linger in my heart, Make me think of Georgia, Why did we ever part?” by Stuart Gorrell and Hoagy Carmichael
From Ray Charles, Otis Redding, and James Brown, to REM, the B-52s, Allman Brothers, The Black Crowes, Outkast, Jason Aldean, and Johnny Mercer, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast celebrates National Georgia Day (Feb. 12) by honoring the diverse musical landscape of Georgia. 
Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World. Joey, who co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 4th Sunday, is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/ 

Guitarist Brian Tarquin - Beyond the Warrior's Eyes Album

Featuring Emmy and multiple award-winning guitarist Brian Tarquin, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Guitar Day (Feb. 11) and the release of his latest "Brian Tarquin & Heavy Friends" collaborative album "Beyond the Warrior's Eyes." 
The follow up to "Brothers in Arms," this album also features legendary jazz violinist Jean Luc Ponty, and guitar legends Eric Johnson, Robben Ford (Miles Davis), Steve Morse (Deep Purple), Dean Brown (David Sanborn), Hal Lindes (Dire Straits), Chris Poland (Megadeth), John Tropea (Billy Cobham), Steve Kindler (Jeff Beck), Carl Verheyen (Supertramp) & Larry McCray (John Mayall) and the Budapest Symphony Orchestra, and, studio drummer Reggie Pryor.
“Beyond The Warrior’s Eyes” mission is to support and raise awareness for the charity, Hope For The Warriors, who provide medical care, mental health counseling, professional training and education, physical conditioning and transition services for wounded, ill, and injured Marines and Navy members. More: https://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/. If you'd like to support the effort, visit the Special Donation Page: http://tinyurl.com/4p6psem6 
MORE ABOUT BRIAN TARQUIN: * Visit his site: https://www.briantarquin.com/ * Check out his Guitarist Success Insider Q&A and "Brothers in Arms" interview in our Big Weekly Blend Magazine: http://tinyurl.com/mry9af7d 
SPECIAL THANKS to Steve & Karen Wilson, innkeepers and owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville. Visit: https://www.lion-rose.com/ 

ABC's of Horses Podcast with Christy Wood

Welcome to the "ABC's of Horses," Big Blend Radio's new equestrian podcast with equestrian expert Christy Wood. New episodes drop every 2nd Saturday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. 
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail, and her students are world champions who join her on the show team. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Christy is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California, where she offers instruction for beginner riders to advanced equestrians in English and western disciplines including jumping and trail obstacle work. Christy is also available for those needing an expert witness in equine courtcases. Check out our "Equestrian Success Insider Q&A" with Christy here: http://tinyurl.com/bdex874c 
Christy is the author of “Your Best Horse Show: A Guide for Managers and Exhibitors," the children’s book, “Ranger: The Little Horse with a Big Heart," and “Hoofprints Across Time: A Trail Ride to Remember.“ 
Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/ 

Judy Karnia - Scottsdale Has Fun and Sun Any Time of the Year

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Judy Karnia who provides a delightful overview of what to experience in sunny Scottsdale, Arziona. Hear about the city's nature and outdoor recreational adventures, the virbant downtown, art and cultural activities, as well as the delectable dining and wine tasting opportunities. Read Judy's article here: http://tinyurl.com/3a3y7tp7Judy retired after 30 years as a feline veterinarian and is now focusing on travel writing and guiding forest bathing. After growing up in Chicago and living in the Midwest for many years, she moved to Scottsdale for the warm weather and desert scenery. She enjoys visiting urban areas to explore art and culture but also seeks out peaceful natural areas to recharge. Follow her adventures at https://judykarnia.com/Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/Follow Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Shows with IFWTWA Here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-ifwtwa 

Experience The True Southwest in Santa Fe, New Mexico

From the visual and performing arts to outdoor recreation, historic sites, museums, cultural celebrations, and culinary offerings, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on what to experience in Santa Fe this spring and summer. Featured guest is innkeeper Walt Wyss of Four Kachinas Inn and El Farolito Bed & Breakfast Inn. Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5WAUs-u2Mp0 
Learn more about Walt's B&B Inns here:* Four Kachinas Inn: https://fourkachinas.com/ * El Farolito B&B Inn: https://farolito.com/ 
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/