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Celebrate National Handmade Day

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Handmade Day that falls on the first Saturday of every April. Enjoy these two "From the Vault" interviews that share experiences and how-to projects: ARTISANS OF ENGLAND: From jewelers to glass blowers, this interview features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, who shares how artisans and craftsmen and women provide an authentic local experience in England. Read Glynn's article and watch this podcast here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-real-local-life-of-england-by-visiting-artisans/A WELL-CRAFTED HOME: Designer and author Janet Crowther discusses her book, “A Well-Crafted Home: Inspiration and 60 Projects for Personalizing Your Space”, an irresistible resource for both aspiring makers and seasoned crafters, with sophisticated, high-quality projects designed to make a house a home. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/janet-crowther-a-well-crafted-home Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Poet Carissa ”Lucky” Garcia Goes to Chaco Canyon

In celebration of April being National Poetry Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show features Carissa "Lucky" Garcia, the National Parks Arts Foundation's Spring 2024 NPAF artist-in-residence in Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Carissa “Lucky” Garcia is an Indigenous/Chicana writer, performing artist, community organizer, anti-oppression educator and Indigenous Justice advocate. She is a founding member of the La Resistencia publishing press and poetry collective amplifying LGBTQ+ voices of color. Carissa’s storytelling communicates ideas that focus on her experience as an Iraq War veteran, Native American culture, love, politics, and her appreciation for comic books and science fiction. Her work has been featured at the University of Missouri Latinx Graduate Program, Rhode Island School of Design, UMKC Women of Color Leadership Conference, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Flatland KC, Prescott College, Redline Contemporary Arts Center, Dairy Arts Center, Denver Art Museum, and on the streets all across America. Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ Learn more about Chaco Culture National Historical Park at https://www.nps.gov/chcu/index.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Michael Joseph Lyons - Brat and the Kids of Warriors

In honor of April being the Month of the Military Child, this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview features author Michael Joseph Lyons who talks about about his adventurous novel “Brat and the Kids of Warriors." Written for tweens and teens, the book brings life to the culture of our military families, borrowing scenes from his own military family upbringing. Michael Joseph Lyons is a brat—and he admits that with great pride. He lived the adventure of growing up in a military family. His dad was a U.S. Army colonel; his mom was the general in charge of their family. Lyons moved nine times and attended 11 different schools, more overseas than in the United States. He went on to join the U. S. Army, initially as a lieutenant and then a captain. Later, he developed and taught courses at UCLA on the nine principles of war and became a serial tech entrepreneur. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/brat-and-the-kids-of-warriors-by-michael-joseph-lyons/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sharon K. Kurtz - Nature Adventures in Port Aransas, Texas

Celebrate National Wildlife Week with this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz, who shares her experiences at the annual Whooping Crane Festival in Port Aransas, Texas.Nestled between Mustang Island and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Port Aransas unfolds as a Texas Gulf Coast sanctuary of small-town charm and endless activities. The 18 miles of pristine beaches, the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, and encounters with diverse wildlife create a haven where the Texas Coastal Bend barrier islands and estuaries play the leading roles. Dolphins gracefully navigate the waters, sea turtles find refuge, and migrating birds paint a kaleidoscope of nature’s beauty. Read Sharon's article about it all here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-the-timeless-allure-of-port-aransas/ Plan your adventure in Port Aransas at https://www.portaransas.org/ Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1ALXeV1vR6H10EtkPvgDW5 Sharon 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/ or follow her on https://www.instagram.com/shar_kurtz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elaine A Powers - Science-Based Children’s Book Author

Celebrate Nature Day and International Children's Book Day (April 2, 2024) with this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" Podcast conversation with Arizona author Elaine A. Powers. Elaine holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Music and Biology from Florida State University and a Master of Science degree from the University of West Florida. After a career as a laboratory research biologist, she writes science-based children’s books, mysteries and audio theatre scripts. She is the founding treasurer of the Tucson Sisters in Crime, the president of the Tucson Poetry Society and board member of the Arizona State Poetry Society, and vice-chair of the Tucson Summer Chorus.Her most recent release is "Dinosaurs Roamed Arizona!" She will be the Writer-in-Residence for the Pima County Library System this summer 2024. More at: https://elaineapowers.com/ and https://lyricpower.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy April - Diamonds, Daisies, and Fools!

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show welcomes the month of April covering the stories and legends behind April Fool's Day, the Diamond birthstone, and Daisy birth flower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Holcombe - Pysanky Easter Eggs

Today's special Easter Big Blend Radio podcast features Nicole Holcombe who explains the art and folk history behind Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Eggs), an ancient wax-resistant technique that originated in Eastern Europe. It was recorded on site at the 40th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival held in July 2019 in Natchitoches, Louisiana the oldest settlement in Louisiana. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pysanky-ukrainian-easter-eggsWatch our video sharing scenes from the 40th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival held in 2019. Founded in 1714 by Louis Juchereau de St. Denis, Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. Watch: https://youtu.be/oJdUlGg568k?feature=sharedFeatured music on this episode is “Walking Wheel” from the new album “Colin Edwin, Jon Durant, Inna Kovtun” that features traditional Ukrainian and Slavic folk elements alongside slices of modern electronica, prog rock, and a full range of deep atmospherics. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/colin-edwin-jon-durant-inna-kovtun/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Military History Author Mike Guardia - Fire in the Hole

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who talks about his brand new book, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” "Fire in the Hole," follows the deployment of Charlie Company, 1st Engineer Battalion during their deployment to Vietnam in 1965-66. These combat engineers set minefields, cleared Viet Cong tunnels...and traded fire with the meanest guerrillas that North Vietnam could throw at them. The book is available for pre-order starting Dec. 7, and will be available on Kindle & Paperback on Dec. 15, 2023 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mike-Guardia/author/B004QTZVL4Along with over 20 other military history books, @MikeGuardiaAuthor is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. More: https://mikeguardia.com/ Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/wkezexvb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.