Adventures across America following scenic byways, historic routes and highways. This Big Blend Radio podcast is hosted and produced by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team behind Big Blend Magazines and the Love Your Parks Tour. https://nationalparktraveling.com/https://www.blendradioandtv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes
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23 min
The Mudmen of Papua New Guinea
In honor of Global Diversity Month, explorer and author James Michael Dorsey takes us to Papua New Guinea, the most linguistically diverse country on earth, with more than 800 indi…
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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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35 min
Historic & Haunted England: Creepy Castles & Headless Horses
October means one thing on English Connection: it’s time for ghost stories. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" Podcast, Glynn Burrows takes us on a tour of E…
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1 h 08
Historic Jefferson Highway: Winnipeg & Morris, Manitoba
The Jefferson Highway begins in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and runs all the way to New Orleans. In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Podcast, producer Lisa D. Smith an…
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39 min
Dr. Gary Richter: Halloween & Holiday Pet Safety Tips
Halloween is a blast for us, but it can be a scary, and sometimes dangerous, night for the pets in our house. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Podcast, co-host…
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29 min
Moab, Utah Rivers, Red Rock and Abbey Country
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Podcast, travel writer and author Linda Ballou takes us to Moab, Utah, the red-rock gateway to Arches and Canyon…
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31 min
Clarksville, Tennessee: History, Caves & Public Art
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Journey Jukebox" Podcast, travel writer Lisa Evans takes us to Clarksville, Tennessee. It isn’t the Clarksville of the Mississippi Blues Trail…
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21 min
Bay St. Louis by Train: Where to Eat, Shop & Stay on the Gulf Coast
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast, travel journalist Terri Guthrie continues her Mardi Gras Train series with a stop in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. T…
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35 min
Wisconsin Dells in Every Season: Wine, Waterparks & Supper Clubs
Wine country, waterparks, supper clubs, and yoga with alpacas: Wisconsin Dells has something for every season, and it’s not just a summer destination. On this episode of Big Blend…
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59 min
A Taste of Avoyelles Parish, Central Louisiana
Come hungry! Every third Sunday, Travel Avoyelles hosts Wilbert Carmouche and Mary Guillory join Lisa D. Smith for a visit to Avoyelles Parish in Central Louisiana. This time they…
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33 min
Artist Leighton Fossum & Southwest Regional Museum of Art
Victoria Chick, the artist spearheading the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico, joins Lisa D. Smith on Big Blend Radio’s "World of Art" Podcas…
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18 min
Getting to Know Rita Sever: Organizational Coach & Author
We’re building the Big Blend Media House pixel by pixel, room by room, and we’re reintroducing our Big Blend Radio experts so you can get to know your friends and family. In this "…
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39 min
Author James W. Ziskin: The Prank, a Pug Named Leon & Cyanide
Award-winning crime novelist James W. Ziskin joins Matt Cost and BJ Magnani on Big Blend Radio’s "Pets, Plots & Poisons" Podcast to talk about his "Ellie Stone" Mysteries, set in t…
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38 min
The Quarter Queen: A Mother-Daughter Voodoo Story
Author Kayla Hardy on "The Quarter Queen," her debut historical fantasy reimagining Marie Laveau, the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, and her rebellious daughter, Ree. Voodoo queens,…
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42 min
Destination Dining at Sea with Holland America
Why would a cruise line skip the hot seafood chowder in the Caribbean, then serve it on deck in Glacier Bay? On this episode of BIg Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Podcast with…
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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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1 h 00
Why We Keep Coming Back to New York City
Why do we keep coming back to New York City? Travel writers Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough have a lot of answers, and they’re not what the typical headlines say. Joelle has just wra…
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31 min
Ninety Six National Historic Site: Star Fort & Tunnel
Celebrate America 250 in upstate South Carolina! On Big Blend Radio's "Jo Goes Everywhere" Podcast, travel writer Jo Clark takes us to Ninety Six National Historic Site, a backcoun…
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33 min
Budget: The Real Cost of Buying and Owning a Horse
B is for Budget! In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC’s of Horses" Podcast, world champion horse trainer Christy Wood gives an honest look at what it really costs to own a hor…
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43 min
Erin Coyle – Coffee, Culture & Calm in Oman
Travel writer Erin Coyle takes us to Oman, where a cup of coffee is an invitation and hospitality is a way of life. On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Podca…