Episodes

  • Travel Tips for First-Time Princess Cruisers
    Mar 13 2025

    It's all about Cruising with Princess Cruises on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast with travel writer Rose Palmer who has cruised on ten different Princess ships on itineraries that have spanned the globe.

    Find out how to choose the right cruise ship and what fare package to purchase, along with packing tips, how and when to make dinner reservations, downloading the Princess App and using Princess’ Medallion technology, and much more. You can read Rose's article outling it all here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tips-for-first-time-princess-cruisers/ Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/

    Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/

    This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Channels. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

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    57 mins
  • Author Robert Steven Goldstein - Golda's Hutch
    Mar 12 2025

    This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author Robert Steven Goldstein who discusses his new novel that's out now, "Golda's Hutch."

    How well do you really know the people you encounter every day? Set against the dynamic backdrop of San Francisco, "Golda's Hutch" is a gripping psychological novel weaves a complex tapestry of deception, envy, desire, politics, and power.

    Along with "Golda's Hutch" his fifth novel, Robert is the author of "The Swami Deheftner," "Enemy Queen," "Cat's Whisker," and "Will's Surreal Period." Tobert and his wife Sandy live in San Francisco and share their home with an array of dogs, cats, rabbits, turtles, and parrots. Robert has practiced yoga, meditation, and vegetarianism for over fifty years. Visit https://robertstevengoldstein.com/

    More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/

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    59 mins
  • Obesity and Heart Health
    Mar 12 2025

    This episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast focuses on how obesity increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. And, hear how achieving the ideal weight and body mass index can boost heart health.

    Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/

    New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/

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    40 mins
  • Spring and Summer in Historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
    Mar 11 2025

    This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Mary Grace Kauffman of Destination Gettysburg who gives a spring and summer overview of what you can experience in beautiful and historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, including Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.

    Spring and summer highlights include the Adam County Blossom Belt, Blossom Festival (April 26); Adams County Festival of Races (April 26-27), Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival (May 15th-18th & Aug. 14th-17th), Gettysburg Film Festival (May 8-11), Battle of Gettysburg anniversary (July 1-3) and re-enactments (July 4-6), Gettysburg Bike Week motorcycle rally (July 10-13), Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival (July 20-21), plus, the new scenic summer train excursions. Visit Gettysburg and Make Monumental Memories! Filled with welcoming residents and diverse experiences, this quaint town is filled with stories to tell. Discover how Gettysburg captures the imagination, stirs the soul, and continues to draw visitors from around the world to its hallowed ground and beautiful countryside. More: https://destinationgettysburg.com/

    Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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    31 mins
  • Whale Watching in Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico
    Mar 10 2025

    This episode of Big Blend Radio's PARKS & TRAVEL Podcast features travel writer Sharon K. Kurtz who shares her whale watching adventures in Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico.

    Baja California Sur is a premier whale-watching destination, home to both the blue whales of Loreto Bay National Marine Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the gray whale nursery of Magdalena Bay. Read Sharon's article about her whale watching experiences in Loreto, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/top-whale-watching-spots-in-loreto-baja-california-sur/

    Host of Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World" with Sharon Podcast, Sharon K. 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/.

    This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including "Nature Connection" and "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

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    23 mins
  • A Taste of Healdsburg, California
    Mar 9 2025

    Get a Taste of Healdsburg, in Sonoma County, California, on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark.

    Healdsburg nestles in a curve of the Russian River in a northern section of Sonoma County, and sits at the crossroads of three AVAs (American Viticultural Area)—the Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley. The downtown district is a collection of art galleries, shops, restaurants, and wine tasting rooms. Read Jo's article about Healdsburg, here: https://recipestravelculture.com/healdsburg-more-than-great-wine/

    Check out Jo's other Sonoma County adventures here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sonoma-county-offers-more-than-great-vineyards/

    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

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    39 mins
  • Lunging Your Horse
    Mar 9 2025

    It's all about Lunging Your Horse on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Hear about what lunging is and why it is important, lunging positions, and the best gear and equipment for lunging.

    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/

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    47 mins
  • Women Artists in Parks
    Mar 8 2025

    Celebrate Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show with Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). From musicians, poets and writers to painters and textile artists, Tanya talks about the various women NPAF artists-in-residence over the years, and you can hear their Big Blend Radio interviews in this playlist here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/women-artists-in-parks/

    National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) is known for offering unique month-long artist residencies in locations like Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park, Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Chaco Canyon and Fort Union in Northern New Mexico, and Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona. These artist residency opportunities are perfect for artists of all mediums, from painters and sculptors to photographers, composers, writers, musicians, and more. Learn more: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/

    Watch for Big Blend Radio's NPAF Retrospective, a digital publication featuring 8+ years of podcast interviews with artists and park representatives! Keep up with us by getting our newsletter at https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/join-our-newsletter/

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    1 hr and 6 mins