Big Daily Blend

Supporting Parks, The Arts, Kids and Military Families

'Tis the Season of Giving and this episode of Big Blend Radio explores the myriad of ways to support our parks, the arts, military, kids and families, and more. Enjoy these inspiring conversations that offer practical ideas for giving back. 
ON THIS EPISODE:- IVAN LEVIN gives an overview of the preservation and educational programs that the National Park Trust offers. Established in 1983, this non-profit dedicates 86% of its resources to park preservation and its youth, family, and military programs. Visit https://parktrust.org/  
- CHRISTY WOOD, world champion horse trainer and author,  talks about her fundraising efforts to support the Independence Fund in purchasing all-terrain track chairs and funding caregiver programs for wounded veterans. Visit: https://independencefund.org/ and keep up with Christy at https://wdnhorse.com/ 
- VICTORIA CHICK, an artist based in Silver City, New Mexico, talks about raising funds to build the Southwest ​Regional ​Museum ​of ​Art ​and ​Art ​Center, ​which would be the first fine art museum in southwest New Mexico. Learn more at https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/ and visit Victoria's site at https://victoriachick.com/ 
- CLIFFORD GARSTANG, an author and writer based in Staunton, Virginia talks about some of his local non-profits including the Heifetz International Music Institute - https://heifetzinstitute.org/; the Staunton Music Festival - https://www.stauntonmusicfestival.org/, and the American Shakespeare Center - https://americanshakespearecenter.com/. Learn more about Cliff's writing at https://cliffordgarstang.com/ 
- LISA EVANS, travel writer and author, talks about the Operational Christmas Child program through Samaritan's Purse, see: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/. She also discusses ways to give back to areas in need, and how to be a "Good Samaritan" during the holiday travel season. Keep up with Lisa at: https://writerlisa.com/ 

Books and Holiday Gifts for Equestrians and Horse Lovers

Do you have an equestrian or horse lover on your holiday shopping list? If so, check out this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring author and world champion horse trainer Christy Wood who talks about her various books and horse-related gifts that include horseshoe decor and more. Visit her website and online store here: https://wdnhorse.com/ 

Boomer Generation Novels for Holiday Gifts

In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, award-winning and best selling author Mike Nemeth discusses his two Boomer Generation novels that revolve around the main character Eddie Kovacs. What a wonderful set of books for those from the boomer era and younger. More at: https://mikenemethauthor.com/ 

A Holiday Gift for Women's History Enthusiasts

In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio features author Kimberly Hess who gives an overview of her book, "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." A fantastic gift for women's history enthusiasts, Pennsylvania history buffs, and philanthropists, this groundbreaking biography covers the extraordinary life of Sarah. B. Cochran “The Coal Queen.” More: https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/ 

Novels and Short Story Collections for Holiday Gifts

Looking for the perfect book for those avid readers and bookworms in your life? Check out our Holiday Shopping chat with author, writer, and editor Clifford Garstang who gives an overview of his novels and short story collections that make idea gifts. More at https://cliffordgarstang.com/ 

Genealogy Gifts for Family History Research

Kick start your holiday shopping this Cyber Monday with Aryn Youngless on Big Blend Radio! Aryn is a writer, author, and geneaologist. Check out her genealogy gifts, books & journals, and family history research services here https://www.genealogybyaryn.com.  
You can also visit her Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpringHeeledJackM 

Happy December Holidays Party!

Get Ready to Celebrate the December Holidays with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show! It's all about holiday traditions, travel and festive events, music, food & drink, and more!
FEATURED GUESTS:- JOHNNY SCHAEFER  @hearjohnny  - Award-winning singer/songwriter, cohost of the Big Daily Blend show every 1st Sunday. More: Johnny at https://hearjohnny.com/ - TERRI GUTHRIE - World traveler, travel writer and former broadcaster based in Dallas, Texas. More: https://travelwithterri.net/ - CLIFFORD GARSTANG - Author, writer, and editor based in Staunton, Virginia. More: https://cliffordgarstang.com/ - WARD HEINRICHS - Employment attorney based in San Diego, California. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/  - JO CLARK - World traveler, travel writer and photographer based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. More: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/ 
LISTEN TO THE DECEMBER HOLIDAY & WINTER MUSIC PLAYLIST on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4j57s3r 

Why Shop Local For The Holidays

'Tis the Season (and Small Business Saturday), so this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the multiple benefits of shopping local and small shops this holiday season. How does it help families, communty. tourism, and economy? Hear what Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours in England has to say.
Keep up with Glynn and read his article about Shopping Small Businesses here:  https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-shop-local-for-the-holidays/