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LATEST PODCAST & ARTICLE FEATURES

Steve and Karen Wilson

Adventures in Asheville: Montford Park Players with Audrey Kopp

Jul 8, 2026

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Adventures in Asheville: Montford Park Players with Audrey Kopp

Steve & Karen Wilson talk free outdoor Shakespeare, stage combat, and an original play with Audrey Kopp of Montford Park Players

Wanderers Compass

Building a Better World Through Community, Travel & the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Jul 6, 2026

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3 min read

Building a Better World Through Community, Travel & the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Table & Compass Podcast — Episode 1 with author and UN expert Carlisle Richardson

Big Blend Radio

Celebrate Them While They're Here: Picnics, Family Reunions & The Gift of Showing Up

Jul 5, 2026

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Celebrate Them While They're Here: Picnics, Family Reunions & The Gift of Showing Up

Shelley Whizin, The Live & Die Happy Coach, talks picnics, potlucks, and why we shouldn't wait to gather the people we love.

Art & Entertainment

Big Blend Radio Jukebox Debuts with "Songs of America" for the 250th Birthday

Jul 5, 2026

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Big Blend Radio Jukebox Debuts with "Songs of America" for the 250th Birthday

Singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer joins Lisa D. Smith to launch a new monthly music show — one theme, ten songs, and the stories that connect them

Northeast USA

Immerse Yourself in History at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

Jul 4, 2026

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Immerse Yourself in History at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

Where holograms, tea chests, and a 250-year-old rebellion come vividly to life on Boston Harbor

National Parks Arts Foundation

Gettysburg — 250 Years, 163 Years, and a Whole Lot of History

Jul 4, 2026

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Gettysburg — 250 Years, 163 Years, and a Whole Lot of History

Tanya Ortega of the National Parks Arts Foundation talks cycloramas, ghost stories, and a decade of artists finding their voice at Gettysburg.

Donna George

The All-American Peanut: History, Heritage & Flavor

Jul 4, 2026

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The All-American Peanut: History, Heritage & Flavor

Celebrating America's 250th with the humble crop that helped shape a nation

West Coast USA

California's Sequoia Country Through Time: Parks, People & Places

Jul 3, 2026

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California's Sequoia Country Through Time: Parks, People & Places

From Civil War shootouts and World War II farm lookouts to the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers, explore the rich, hidden history of Tulare County.

Big Blend Radio

Fernie, BC: A Must-Do Road Trip Adventure in the Canadian Rockies

Jul 2, 2026

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Fernie, BC: A Must-Do Road Trip Adventure in the Canadian Rockies

From powder-famous slopes to bean-to-bar chocolate and a vodka ice bar, this Elk Valley mountain town delivers adventure, art, and après all year round.

Kitchen

Jul 1, 2026

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How to Pair Wine with Seafood

Tips from LDV Winery's Peggy Fiandaca

Southeast USA

Low Country Escape: Charleston, Kiawah Island, and Savannah

Jul 1, 2026

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Low Country Escape: Charleston, Kiawah Island, and Savannah

A journey through three distinct expressions of the South, where history, romance, and coastal beauty shape every moment

Meet the Experts

Travel Journalist Terri Guthrie: 65 Countries, Luxury Travel, Family & Life Lessons

Jun 30, 2026

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Travel Journalist Terri Guthrie: 65 Countries, Luxury Travel, Family & Life Lessons

Host of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast and its digital companion magazine "The Luxe Explorer"

Art & Entertainment

Behind the Music: Director Alison Ellwood on the Legacy of Boy George & Culture Club

Jun 29, 2026

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Behind the Music: Director Alison Ellwood on the Legacy of Boy George & Culture Club

Unfiltered interviews, rare archival gems, and the human story behind one of the biggest pop phenomenons of the 1980s.

Europe

The Bayeux Tapestry: A Medieval Marvel Coming to England

Jun 27, 2026

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3 min read

The Bayeux Tapestry: A Medieval Marvel Coming to England

Historian and tour guide Glynn Burrows takes us inside one of the most remarkable works of medieval art — and why now is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see it.

Art & Entertainment

Who Are the Bad Guys? Songwriter Ken Newman on Music, Social Change, and Living in Mexico

Jun 26, 2026

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Who Are the Bad Guys? Songwriter Ken Newman on Music, Social Change, and Living in Mexico

From the streets of San Francisco to the shores of Zihuatanejo, a deep dive into the power of artistic integrity, community activism, and the stories that song lyrics tell.

Art & Entertainment

Roddy McDowall: The Human Behind the Hollywood Legend

Jun 26, 2026

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Roddy McDowall: The Human Behind the Hollywood Legend

A Conversation with Acclaimed Author Samuel Garza Bernstein on the Life of Actor Roddy McDowall

Business and Personal Growth

Can Independent Contractors Receive Commission Wages?

Jun 24, 2026

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2 min read

Can Independent Contractors Receive Commission Wages?

California Employment Law with San Diego Attorney Ward Heinrichs.

Europe

Córdoba, Spain: Where History, Culture and Medieval Charm Collide

Jun 23, 2026

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Córdoba, Spain: Where History, Culture and Medieval Charm Collide

From the iconic Mezquita to the Fiesta of the Patios, Córdoba rewards every curious traveler with layers of history, stunning architecture and vibrant Spanish tradition.

Art & Entertainment

Bringing History to Life: Female Spies and World War II Intrigue with Author Pam Webber

Jun 23, 2026

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Bringing History to Life: Female Spies and World War II Intrigue with Author Pam Webber

Massawa: A Tale of Illusion, Espionage, and Love

Asia

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Before They Vanish: True Stories of Exploration, Indigenous Cultures, and the Natural World

Jun 22, 2026

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Before They Vanish: True Stories of Exploration, Indigenous Cultures, and the Natural World

Getting to Know Explorer, Naturalist and Author James Michael Dorsey

Nature & Environment

Can We Save the Heart of the Planet? On the Frontlines of the Amazon with "We Are Guardians"

Jun 22, 2026

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Can We Save the Heart of the Planet? On the Frontlines of the Amazon with "We Are Guardians"

Co-Directors Rob Grobman & Chelsea Greene on the Fight to Save the Amazon Rainforest

Southeast USA

From Ashes to Abundance: Faith and Resilience in Avoyelles Parish

Jun 21, 2026

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From Ashes to Abundance: Faith and Resilience in Avoyelles Parish

The Story of the David Haas Memorial United Methodist Church in Bunkie, Louisiana

Kitchen

A Fresh Taste of Summer: Stocking Up with Melissa's Produce

Jun 21, 2026

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A Fresh Taste of Summer: Stocking Up with Melissa's Produce

Load up the pantry, fridge, freezer, backyard grilling station, and poolside bar with the largest global supplier of specialty produce.

Southwest USA

Jun 20, 2026

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2 min read

Artist Spotlight: Fletcher Martin

The Self-Taught Artist Who Became an American Master

Meet the Experts

Jun 19, 2026

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1 min read

Behind the Pages with Author Matt Cost

A Seven-Question Adventure of Writing, Dogs, Creativity & Life!

Business and Personal Growth

Jun 19, 2026

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1 min read

We're Not Family!

Rita Sever on Building Healthier Workplace Teams

Meet the Experts

Jun 17, 2026

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1 min read

Pets, Purpose & Slow Travel

Getting to Know Angela Laws of TrustedHousesitters

Australia and The Pacific

Jun 17, 2026

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1 min read

Lessons Learned from Island Travel

Linda Ballou on Why Look Both Ways on Small Islands

Big Blend Radio

Jun 16, 2026

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2 min read

Exploring Indiana's Amish Country

Craftsmanship, Community & Culture in Shipshewana

Big Blend Radio

Jun 15, 2026

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1 min read

True Farm Girl Adventures

Exploring Rural & Small Town America with Cindy Ladage