Episodes
Friday Apr 21, 2023
Friday Apr 21, 2023
HAPPY FRIDAY! From food and music to books and medicine, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast kicks off our BIG BLEND RADIO “WORLD PARTY” POP-UP PODCAST FEST that starts today and runs through Monday, April 24!Check out our music playlist, articles, and recipes in the show notes, all connecting with the holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings of today, April 21, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Friday I’m in Love” by The Cure, “Opa” by Pardon the Interruption, “Passenger” by Iggy Pop, “Home Cooking” by Tony Allen, “Chocolate on My Tongue” The Wood Brothers, “Big Pot of Hummus” by Tom Rosenthal, “Medicine Cabinet” by Cactus Attack, “World’s Fair” by The Skatalites, “Ballad of John Muir” by Black Irish Band, “Jane Eyre Theme” by John Williams. LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST: * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLJYFIDft3fiEb8aKjGtIQh* SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OKeJzTwio616v96yunvpE?si=852027372b884567CELEBRATE TODAY: * Article & Podcast – Historic English Literary Ladies: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-literary-ladies-of-england/* Yosemite is Nature’s Cathedral: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/yosemite-is-natures-cathedral/* Recipe for Spicy Chickpea Rice Burgers: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-chickpea-rice-burgers-with-bbq-sauce/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: Foodie Destinations Around the World. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/PofQ4oFuVBw Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
HAPPY HIGH FIVE DAY! From High Fives & 420, to Pineapples & Cheddar Cheese, Volunteering & Dancin’…today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast and music playlist connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 20, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Where It’s At” by Beck, “Roll Me Up” by Willie Nelson with Snoop Dogg, Kris Kristofferson and Jamey Johnson, “Legalize It” by Peter Tosh, “Pineapple Skies” by Miguel, “Aged White Cheddar” by Kendall Street Company, “Doppleganger” by Banana Phonetic, “Keep the Customer Satisfied” by Simon & Garfunkel, “Volunteers” by Jefferson Airplane, “Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday, “Rat Race” by Bob Marley & The Wailers, “Flying Home” by Lionel Hampton, “Oye Como Va” by Tito Puente, “Dance with My Father” by Luther Vandross, “One More Dance” by Zakiya Hooker with Ollan Christopher Bell, and “Poetry in Motion” by Johnny Tillotson. LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKlvVyWGEpUTw41ZeXgbDgz* SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6jogDUdYUERvHSjuAXlI4Y?si=cf39add82012460b CELEBRATE TODAY: * Article: What Makes a Good Volunteer? https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/what-makes-a-good-volunteer/ * Legacy Interview with Zakiya Hooker: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zakiya-hooker-legacy/ * Video: Gila Cliff Dwellings Volunteer: https://youtu.be/ZqqiMl81kn4 * Recipe: Spicy Grilled Pineapple Over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-grilled-pineapple-over-vanilla-bean-ice-cream/ * Recipe: Braised Short Ribs Poutine: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/braised-short-ribs-poutine/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: Building a Legacy of Trust. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/iE_Tm-VyY-E Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
HAPPY HANGING OUT DAY! From Mae West and Dr. Frank-N-Furter to Bananas & Garlic, Dogs & Cats, Bicycles, Cars & Parachutes, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 18, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Sleep on a Clothes-Line” by Rory Gallagher, “The Jack” AC/DC, “Black Dog” by Led Zeppelin, “Cat People (Putting Out Fire)” by David Bowie (with Nile Rodgers & Stevie Ray Vaughan), "Bananas (Who You Gonna Call?)" by Queen Latifah, “Garlic Bread (I Think I’m in Love)” by BeardMeatsFood, “Amaretto” by SomeKindaWonderful, “Love Bug Blues” by Charles Bradley, “Free Fallin’” By Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, “Come Up & See Me Sometime” by Mae West, “Come Up & See Me Sometime” by Mae West, “Bicycle Race” by Queen, “Sweet Transvestite” by Tim Curry, LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIoKCfWo-IPlB4T1G1Om8Wi * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0o2I8hYGAEn063vEru1pIm?si=96f227da227246a2 CELEBRATE & HONOR TODAY:* Garlic Herb Fries Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/garlic-herb-fries/ * Banana Pancakes with Banana-Caramel Syrup Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/banana-pancakes-with-banana-caramel-syrup/ * Surprises Abound in Oklahoma City: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/surprises-abound-in-oklahoma-city/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: The Joys of River Cruising. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/msv-7m_sk4Q Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
HAPPY TRAVEL TUESDAY! From the Desert Southwest to the Swamps of Louisiana, Animals and Birds to Crosswords & Newspapers, and Baseball to Monuments, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 18, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Witchita Lineman” by Glen Campbell, “Roadrunner” by The Animals, “Piñata” by Here Come the Mummies, “Javalinas” by Michael & Spider, “Watch That Dog” by Goldman Thibodeaux, “San Francisco” by Lukas Nelson & Promise of The Real, “Joan of Arc” by Leonard Cohen, “Convoy” by WC McCall, “Newspaper” by Simon Chimbetu & Orchestra Dendera Kings, “Crossword Puzzle” by Sly Stone, “The Babe (Babe Ruth)” by Terry Cashman, “Dixie Chicken” by Clarence Gatemouth Brown, and “Murder in My Heart for the Judge” by Moby Grape.LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLkYKWnfQDOz8PneKsToWN- * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ON8jMWooqGKK8V9svOREI?si=5262ea5a508a47b9 CELEBRATE TODAY:* Roadside Attractions Crossword Puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/crossword-puzzle-weird-interesting-and-quirky-roadside-attractions-across-the-usa/ * Faraway Ranch in Chiricahua National Monument, Arizona: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/faraway-ranch/ * Wolf Creek Pass in Colorado: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/wolf-creek-pass/ * Red Chili Sauce Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/zYwnHPidwr4 * Natchitoches Folk Festival featuring Goldman Thibodeaux: https://youtu.be/oJdUlGg568k * Lukas Nelson & Promised of The Real Interview: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/lukas-nelson * Riki Rachtman from Headbangers Ball: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/riki-rachtman-one-foot-in-the-gutter/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: Fort St. Jean Baptiste Louisiana State Historic Park. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/ZYIjpOja6hI Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
HAPPY MUSIC MONDAY! From Cheese & Wine to Crawfish & Bats, Writers, and Family History, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 17, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Crawfish Jambalaya” by Clifton Chenier with Elvin Bishop & Steve Miller, “Cheese” by The Floozies, “Pass the Wine (Sophia Loren)” by The Rolling Stones, “De Bat (Fly in Me Face)” by Carly Simon, “Haiku” by Tally Hall, “Ellis Island” by Marc Cohn, “Fly Like an Eagle” by Steve Miller Band, “Power to the People” by John Lennon, “Another Day” by Paul McCartney, “It Don’t Come Easy” by Ringo Star, “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison, “Scatterlings of Africa” by Johnny Clegg, and “Never Said” by Liz Phair.LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIy-yZKee-eA20UXct35ohc* SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ec8eHDj9YyIQcomunfZeU?si=079d39a9be4d4d47 CELEBRATE TODAY:* Walnut Covered Cheese Ball: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/walnut-covered-cheese-ball/* Hollywood History of Ellis Island: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/hollywood-history-of-ellis-island* Hippos, Hotspots & Homelands: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/elsa-van-der-byl-hippos-hotspots-and-homelands/* Santa Fe National Forest Jigsaw Puzzle: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/santa-fe-national-forest/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW– Visit Albuquerque, New Mexico. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/8EUkHAPl55I Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
HAPPY WEAR YOUR PAJAMAS TO WORK DAY! From the Flowers and Mushrooms to Elephants and Pink Panthers, Movie Makers and Comedians, Civil Rights and Workers Rights, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 16, 2023. Plus, enjoy a little Hollywood History with Steve Schneickert! TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features: “Black Orchid” by Steve Wonder, “ Mushroom Men” by Les Claypool, “Elephants” by Burning Spear, “Aeroplane” by Red Hot Chili Peppers, “A Change is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke, “Smile” by Robert Downing Jr., “Pink Panther Theme” by Henry Mancini, “Roses are Red (My Love)” by Bobby Vinton, “Son of a Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield, “Stuck in the Middle with You” by Stealers Wheel, “Blue Sky Mine” by Midnight Oil, “Runaway Train” by Soul Asylum, and “Amor Prohibido” by Selena. LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIuzPymjMO5r5V5REiE2r_v * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Oy7yRlBo4F76n1rWAXkie?si=00f8fc499df546d4 CELEBRATE TODAY:* Birmingham Civil Rights Trail: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/birmingham-civil-rights-trail/ * Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/two-spring-bed-breakfast-destinations-in-new-mexico/ * Elephant Refugees Podcast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/elephant-refugees-a-fight-to-survive-when-waters-run-dry/ * Biscuits & Benedicts Recipe Videos: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/biscuits-and-benedicts-two-ways/ * Zinfandel Steakhouse Mushrooms Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zinfandel-steakhouse-mushrooms/ * Taking Care of Orchids Video: https://youtu.be/HzpQ3a9CX6I * TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW – Cooking with Ruth: Edible Flowers. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/JSXuBh7ru8I Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Saturday Apr 15, 2023
Saturday Apr 15, 2023
HAPPY TAKE A WILD GUESS DAY! From the World of Arts to Baseball & Taxes, Blues & Jazz, and Country Guitar, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 15, 2023.TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features: “Take a Wild Guess” by David Munyon, “Taxman” by Junior Parker, “No Roots” by Alice Merton, “Dance Band on The Titanic” by Harry Chapin, “Dirty Laundry” by Don Henley, “The Auctioneer” by Leroy Van Dyke, “Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?” by Buddy Johnson, “Gauguin” by Wally Lawder, “Mona Lisa” by Kwame Binea Shakedown, “Soul Sacrifice” by Santana, “Nobody Knows When You’re Down & Out” by Bessie Smith, “Drifter’s Polka” by Roy Clark, “The Letter” by Linda Perry, and “Old Records Never Die” by Ian Hunter.LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLe7Vhuy_jg2MeXeexfR_sb* SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77RC1oxnkDmB6jwPSZBLs1?si=b3202417d8b94fb2 CELEBRATE TODAY:* PARK - Gettysburg National Military Park: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/gettysburg-national-military-park/* PUZZLE - Fort Union by Jum Schlett: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/photographer-jim-schlett-at-fort-union/* ARTICLE - Public Art Destinations Across America: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/public-art-destinations-across-america/* RECIPE - Spring Asparagus Sald by Chef Ivan Flowers: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-asparagus-salad/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW – Art During the Civil War. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/oVgzDtAJ7cA Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Friday Apr 14, 2023
HAPPY LOOK UP AT THE SKY DAY! From Gardens and Dolphins to Blue Sky, Big Dust, and Divas, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 14, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features: “Blue Sky” by The Allman Brothers, “You Should Probably Leave” by Chris Stapleton, “Reach Out I’ll Be There” by Four Tops, “In the Garden” by Van Morrison, “Song of the Big Bend” by Jim Stricklan, “Pecan Pie” by Golden Smog, “Dolphin” by Prince, “Dust Bowl” by Joe Bonamassa, “Grapes of Wrath” by Weezer, “I Want You” by LL Cool J, “A Rose is Still a Rose” by Aretha Franklin, “In the Pines” by Loretta Lynn, and “Apache” by Ritchie Blackmore. LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJI9k6N0G7xvYruk7QVui044* SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6cyaNS5MEJpqmvPqvfKvPC?si=42755d102cca4582 CELEBRATE TODAY:* PARK & PUZZLE – Beau Jardin Water Park & Garden: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/beau-jardin-water-park-garden/ * ARTICLE – Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/singapores-gardens-by-the-bay/ * RECIPE – Bailey’s Blue Ribbon Butter Pecan Ice Cream: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baileys-blue-ribbon-butter-pecan-ice-cream/* TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW – Big Bend National Park. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/59qqer5l1TU Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast
Produced by Big Blend Radio, this daily pop culture podcast celebrates the day or month holidays, observances, historic happenings, and even new legislature. Be sure to check each episode's show notes for related resource including music playlists, articles, puzzles, and recipes.
Big Blend Radio is hosted and produced by the digital nomad mother-daughter team Lisa D. Smith (daughter) and Nancy J. Reid (mother), who also publish various digital Big Blend Magazines while traveling full-time on their Love Your Parks Tour where they document parks and public public lands across America. More at BlendRadioandTV.com and NationalParkTraveling.com.
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