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Happy Spring and National Backyard Day!

We're celebrating National Backyard Day on this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast featuring a "From the Vault" podcast conversation with Kris Kiser, President of the Turf Mutt Foundation. From deciding what kind of outdoor space suits your lifestyle to what plants and trees to grow in your garden to make that space happen, this segment covers the joys and health benefits of gardening and backyarding, and how it creates a safe habitat for birds and wildlife, while providing a fun place for kids and pets to play in. Learn more about the Turf Mutt Foundation and check out their tips on how to Create the Perfect Outdoor Living Space here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-create-the-perfect-outdoor-living-and-work-room/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Guardia - The History of Irish Americans

From the potato famine to a hard start as immigrants in America, this "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features Mike Guardia who discusses the history of Irish Americans. Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of 25 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: mikeguardia.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Legend of St. Patrick’s Day

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast looks at the history and traditions of St. Patrick's Day, also known as the Feast of Saint Patrick. This religious and cultural holiday is held annually on March 17th, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland. Read more and enjoy the "St. Paddy's Day" online jigsaw puzzle, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/st-patricks-day-traditions/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Press Day - HH Leonards and Dr LaDonna Boyd

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.

Author Matt Cost - Pirate Trap and Mainly Wicked

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.

Remembering Blues Guitarist Paul Nelson

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.

K-9 Veterans Day

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.

Let’s Plant a Flower in a Container with Claus Dalby

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.