Big Blend Radio’s ”Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll” Podcast is all about music, issue-driven conversations, and a little shenanigans!
Latest episodes
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1 h 12
In Memory of Joey Stuckey: King of Strings
Joey Stuckey, Macon, Georgia’s Official Music Ambassador, passed away on October 17, 2026. This is one more conversation with him, recorded on October 10, just before the release o…
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20 min
Filmmaker Susanne Rostock – Harry Belafonte’s Legacy
Harry Belafonte was a legend in music, but the film "Following Harry" isn’t about his music. It’s about what he did when the music stopped. In this Big Blend Radio conversation, ho…
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22 min
100 Men Hall: Music, History & Community in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
Step inside the 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, a 1922 Chitlin' Circuit landmark and Mississippi Blues Trail stop just across from the historic train depot. On location…
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39 min
Joey Stuckey: Alive Day, a New Console, and a Record on the Way
Every fourth Sunday, Big Blend Radio's "Music Talks" series brings together host/producer Lisa D. Smith and co-host Joey Stuckey — the award-winning musician, producer, and Macon's…
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1 h 06
Music For Our Parks: Celebrate National Park Week
It's National Park Week! Every fourth Sunday, Joey Stuckey joins Lisa Smith on Big Blend Radio's Music Talks — and this time they're diving into the music inspired by America's nat…
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26 min
American Jukebox: Celebrating American Artists & Their Musical Legacy
Celebrate American Artists Appreciation Month with this shared edition of Big Blend Radio's American Jukebox! Every first Sunday, award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer jo…
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49 min
Recording on Les Paul's Original Console: Joey Stuckey's Los Angeles Music Adventure
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Talks with Joey Stuckey" Podcast, Joey shares highlights from an unforgettable musical journey to Los Angeles, where he had the rare opp…
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12 min
Mistress of Puppets: America's All-Female Metallica Tribute
This episode of Beyond the Stage on Big Blend Radio's "Rants, Raves & Rock 'N Roll" Podcast features the members of Mistress of Puppets, America's only all-female Metallica tribute…
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19 min
Boy George & Culture Club: Behind the New Documentary with Director Alison Ellwood
Few bands have shaped music, fashion, and popular culture quite like Boy George & Culture Club. Perfect for Pride Month, this shared episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts…
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38 min
Getting to Know Joey Stuckey, Part 2: Creativity, Curiosity & the Future of Music
In Part Two of this special Big Blend Radio “Music Success Insider” spotlight conversation, Joey Stuckey dives deeper into creativity, storytelling, media evolution, and the person…
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44 min
Ken Newman on Who Are the Bad Guys, Music, Humanity & Social Change
Music has long been a powerful way to reflect the world around us, spark conversation, and inspire change. In this episode of Big Blend Radio, singer-songwriter Ken Newman discusse…
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1 h 00
Getting to Know Joey Stuckey, Part 1: Music, Macon & Finding Your Artistic Identity
In Part One of this special Big Blend Radio “Music Success Insider” series, we celebrate the launch of BigBlendMediaHouse.com and its Front Porch News newsletter by putting acclaim…
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11 min
Beyond the Stage: Jada’s Priest, Knoxville’s Judas Priest Tribute Band
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Beyond the Stage" episode features the full lineup of Jada’s Priest, a powerhouse tribute band dedicated to the legendary music of Judas Priest.…
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55 min
All That Jazz! Exploring Roots, Styles & Improvisation with Joey Stuckey
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Music Talks" Show, Joey Stuckey celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month by diving into the vibrant world of jazz, exploring its rich cultural roots…
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13 min
Zoso – The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute Experience
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Beyond the Stage" Music Series features members of ZOSO one of the most respected and long-running tribute bands dedicated to the legendary sound…
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9 min
Beyond the Stage: Unleashed – A Judas Priest Tribute Experience
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Beyond the Stage" music series features members of Unleashed, a powerhouse tribute band dedicated to the legendary sound and spirit of Judas Prie…
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16 min
Beyond the Stage: Stone Whiskey’s Rise with Alan Rueda
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Alan Rueda of the rising rock band Stone Whiskey, in conversation with music lovers and interview hosts Mr. & Mrs. Wild. As part of the ong…
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1 h 08
Women Guitar Legends: Trailblazers Who Shaped Music
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Music Talks" Podcast with Joey Stuckey, we celebrate Women’s History Month by honoring the trailblazing women guitarists who have shaped music…
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60 min
Breaking Democracy’s Chains: Metin Pekin on Reforming Politics Without Parties
Is modern democracy truly serving the people—or has it become controlled by powerful party systems? In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Wednesday “Books & Authors” Show with B…
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1 h 05
Inside The Burrito Brothers’ The Magic Time Machine of Love Album
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, we’re joined by Chris P. James, front man of the legendary The Burrito Brothers, to dive into the band’s bold new album, The Magic Time Machine…