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This Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" episode honors Black Press Day, which commemorates when the first Black newspaper, “Freedom’s Journal,” was published in New York City on March 16, 1827. Featured guests are H.H. Leonards, author of "Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership," and Dr. LaDonna Boyd, CEO/Publisher of R.H. Boyd.H.H. Leonards is founder and chair of the O Street Museum Foundation in Washington, D.C., and the Mansion on O Street, where Mrs. Rosa Parks called her home-away-from-home for the last decade of her life. Published by R.H. Boyd, the book "Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus" is a collection of inspiring memories compiled from the decade that Civil Rights activist Rosa Parks was a guest in author H.H. Leonards' home in Washington DC. See: https://www.omansion.com/R.H. Boyd, now in its fifth generation of leadership and celebrating 125 years of printing and publishing, was founded by formerly enslaved Dr. Richard Henry Boyd. The Nashville-based enterprise is expanding beyond its curriculum offerings to include book publishing. Now, Dr. LaDonna Boyd is shaping and leading the company’s efforts to broaden its scope and offerings for modern needs. More: https://rhboyd.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of Maine becaming the nation's 23rd state on March 15, 1820, today's Big Blend Radio BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast features award-winning author Matt Cost who joins us for a follow-up conversation since the release of his historical mystery, “Velma Gone Awry: A Brooklyn 8 Ballo Mystery" (April 2023). Hear about his novel, "Mainely Wicked: A Goff Langdon Mainely Mystery" (Aug. 2023), and new novel, "Pirate Trap: A Clay Wolfe / Port Essex Mystery" which will be out on March 27, 2024.Matt Cost writes the Mainely Mystery and the Clay Wolfe/Port Essex Mystery Series. He’s also written several books of historical fiction. He lives in Brunswick, Maine. More: https://mattcost.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast remembers the late and great blues guitarist Paul Nelson. His management, Bullseye Management, stated the following on social media:"Bullseye Management regrets to announce that Paul Nelson passed away on March 10, 2024 from a heart attack while on the road and touring. Paul was respected and revered as a Grammy winning producer, guitarist, songwriter, manager, and member of the Blues Hall of Fame. His work and collaboration included over 20 years as manager, guitarist, producer, and friend to Johnny Winter. He had an impressive career spanning decades, but most importantly he will be remembered as a good man and a good friend. Further information about services will be posted at a later time."This episode features an end of 2017 Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview with Paul Nelson, who was currently on tour with his critically acclaimed album "Badass Generation." More, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/paul-nelson-band-badass-generation/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast celebrates and honors K-9 VETERANS DAY. The U.S. Army K9 Corps was founded on March 13, 1942, as part of the historic "Dogs for Defense Program." Featured Big Blend Radio "FROM THE VAULT" Interviews on this podcast include: * CORI SOLOMON, artist, canine expert, and travel writer, talks about dogs who serve in search and rescue, military, and in therapy. Read her award-winning story "Dogs" Our Unsing Heroes" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dogs-our-unsung-heroes/* TREVOR JONES, author and historian, talks about the historic Fort Robinson War Dogs Training Center, training over 17,000 “dogs for defense” and deploying them to battlefields and installations all over the world. Hear about his children's book, “Major: A Soldier Dog” (Six Foot Press). More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/major-a-soldier-dog/“If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog.” – Harry Truman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrating National Plant a Flower Day (March 12, 2024) this "From The Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" Show features popular Scandinavian garden designer, florist, and author Claus Dalby, who talks about his book, "Containers in the Garden." This beautiful book shares Claus his best-kept secrets on creating the container garden of your dreams! Season by season and color by color, you’ll learn how to plant, organize, tend, and share your potted plantings. Whether your display is on the front steps or the back patio, the simple yet bold design methods found here create unique garden features that are a joy to behold. More at: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/claus-dalby-containers-in-the-garden/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March 11, 2024 is National COVID-19 Day, marking the day that the World Health Organization declared the Coronavirus a global pandemic. With it being a day to reflect on the positive power of the human spirit, and reiliency, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast features "From the Vault" Interview with world traveler, travel writer, and author Norm Bour who discusses his book, “COVID Stories: Positive Lessons that Started Very, Very Badly…” The book profiles 19 writers (The COVID19 Collective) from across the country and around the world, as they share how the pandemic actually helped them. More: https://asknormb.wixsite.com/covidstories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of International Day of Women Judges (March 10, 2024), this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview features retired judge and acclaimed author Lise Pearlman who discusses her comprehensive biography, “Call Me Phaedra: The Life and Times of Movement Lawyer Fay Stender.” The biography examines Stender’s life, from her childhood to her amazing legal successes in a hostile environment, her pioneering work for prison reform, and her bitter falling out with the infamous radicals whom she molded into Movement icons. More: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lise-pearlman-call-me-phaedra/ Featured music is “Freedom Has a Way” by James Saunders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate National Meatball Day, March 9, 2024 with today's Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" podcasts with Mama Gizzi and Ruth Milstein!MAMA GIZZI: Hear this conversation with Leah "Mama" Gizzi and John Storch, owners of Mama Gizzi Pasta in Lake Worth, Florida. Pasta is Amore! In operation since 2007, Mama Gizzi's Pasta is known for offering the finest pasta and tastiest Italian meals and desserts to many of Palm Beach County’s finest restaurants and homes. Mama Gizzi's superior, hand-crafted pasta is made with only the finest ingredients. Home of the "No Drama Mama" Dinner Kit, Mama Gizzi is also a wholesale food supplier for restaurants and country clubs, as well as a catering business preparing everything from dessert platters to full meals for family events, office parties, and holiday happenings large and small. See our story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/no-drama-mama-a-full-flavored-mama-gizzi-pasta-experience/RUTH MILSTEIN: Author of the Gourmand award-winning book "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into The New Israeli Cuisine," Ruth shares cooking tips and how to make her recipe for Chicken Meatballs in a tomato sauce. It's perfect for families and holiday get-togethers. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-meatballs-in-tomato-sauce/For Ruth's book and more recipes see https://www.ruthmilstein.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.