Big Daily Blend

Deb Brandon - Threads Around the World

This Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview celebrates World Art Day (April 15, 2024) with textile artist, writer, academic, and brain injury survivor Deb Brandon. Hear about her beautiful book, “Threads Around the World: From Arabian Weaving to Batik in Zimbabwe,” that weaves together the stories of 25 diverse world cultures by showcasing their unique take on textile art. Her enthusiasm for the craft and its community brings an open-eyed understanding of textile arts, appealing not only to textile devotees but also to those interested in understanding diverse cultures through heritage crafts. More at https://debbrandon.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate National Gardening Day with CaliKim

In celebration of National Gardening Day (April 14, 2024), this Big Blend Radio "From The Vault" garden gossip interview features CaliKim, a popular organic gardener from Southern California where she grows her own food and shares her experiences and knowledge on her You Tube channel, CaliKim Garden and Home DIY. Hear about her book "The First-Time Gardener: Raised Bed Gardening" (Cool Springs Press), which is a follow up to her popular book "Organic Gardening for Everyone", it's the perfect guide for newbie growers, offering advice on everything from selecting the best raised bed for the available space and filling it with healthy soil, to planting plans and plant-care tips. More: https://calikimgardenandhome.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephanie Rose - Master Gardener and Award-winning Author

To celebrate International Plant Appreciation Day (April 13, 2024), enjoy this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" garden gossip podcast chat with master gardener and award-winning author Stephanie Rose who discusses her book, "The Regenerative Garden: 80 Practical Projects for Creating a Self-sustaining Garden Ecosystem.""The Regenerative Garden" is a guide to working with nature, instead of against it, by employing permaculture techniques to create a garden that is not just more beautiful and productive, but also more resilient. A healthy, organic, regenerative garden is a perfect example of a self-sustaining ecosystem; everything works in tandem, is intricately connected, and comes full circle to create its own never-ending cycle of life.Stephanie is the founder of the popular website https://gardentherapy.ca/ and is an award-winning author (Garden Alchemy, 2020) and a student and teacher of organic gardening and permaculture, who aims to encourage better living through plants. More at: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/stephanie-rose-the-regenerative-garden/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate Farming and Agriculture in Tulare, California

From the upcoming California Antique Farm Equipment Show (April 19-21, 2024) and next year's famous World Ag Expo (February 2025), to family-friendly attractions and activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio Celebrates Farming and Agriculture in Tulare, California. FEATURED GUESTS: - Donnette Silva Carter, CEO of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce. Visit: http://www.tularechamber.org/- Megan Lausten from the International Agri-Center. Visit: https://www.internationalagricenter.com/Tulare is a gateway city to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. The city thrives on agricultural, and is internationally known for the Annual World Ag Expo which is held at the International Agri-Center which also features unique event spaces, and the AgVentures Learning Center for Kids and Ag Museum. Tulare has a charming historic downtown district with a beautiful series of murals, and is also home to the Tulare Outlet Shopping Center, and Tulare Historic Museum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Anne Abel - Mattie, Milo & Me

If you've ever known and loved a dog, it's not hard to understand why they're dubbed "[human’s] best friend." But they're often so much more – our confidants, our teachers and even our healers. This episode of Big Blend Radio features Moth StorySLAM winner Anne Abel who discusses her new memoir, "Mattie, Milo, and Me" (She Writes Press, April 2024). The book shares the central role her dogs played in her healing journey as a survivor of parental abuse, and severe depression. Hear how she unwittingly rescues Milo, a dog with serious aggression issues, and finds herself unable to give up on him. Milo is dangerous, and Anne would never do anything to endanger her sons – but she also believes that everyone deserves a second chance. More: https://anneabelauthor.com/ It's the perfect podcast conversation to celebrate National Pet Day (April 11) and Canine Compassion Month (April). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bluegrass Artists - The Price Sisters

In celebration of National Siblings Day (April 10, 2024) this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview features The Price Sisters who discuss their first full-length album, "A Heart Never Knows," that was made with Grammy-winning producer Bil VornDick, and released on Rebel Records. It marks their second release, following their well-received 2016 self-titled EP. Their new album "Between the Lines" is out now.
 
The twin sisters Lauren and Leanna Price are torchbearers for traditional bluegrass. While their playing is thoroughly rooted in the classic style of Bill Monroe, their smooth, polished sibling vocal harmonies infuse the music with a fresh, contemporary appeal. More: https://www.thepricesisters.com/
 

Attorney Ward Heinrichs - New 2024 California Employment Laws

Today is International Be Kind to Lawyers Day (every second Tuesday in April) and we want to give a big THANK YOU shout out to San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs for being part of our Big Blend Radio family for so many years where he shares valuable California employment law advice for employers and employees, and, demystifies "legalese" so we can understand that fine print and those big words. Ward Makes Law Fun! From minimum wage to paid sick leave, this recent episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show with Ward outlines some of the new 2024 California employment laws. Check out his article outlining some of the major law changes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-2024-california-employment-laws/As an experienced employment attorney Ward Heinrichs handles many types of employment claims, including: pay disputes, sick leave, discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environment, wrongful termination, class actions, labor commissioner hearings, unemployment hearings and more. Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://tinyurl.com/675vz9yy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shelley Whizin - How to Navigate Stress

April marks National Stress Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the pressures we face and how they impact our lives. Today's episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show is shared from yesterday's Big Blend Radio SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin. In this conversation she focuses on how to navigate stress so you can find joy amidst life's challenges. Read her article that shares insight and advice, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/finding-joy-amidst-lifes-challenges/SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.