Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Spirit of America Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Variety Show!

On This Episode:

- Park Stories of Commitment – Bobbi DePorter – Co-Founder of SuperCamp & President of Quantum Learning Network, and Steve Schneickert - Big Blend Radio’s Hollywood Historian, discuss the story connections between National Parks and the 8 Keys of Excellence, a character education program developed by Bobbi. This segment focuses on the Commitment, the 5th Key of Excellence.

- Inside Maharishi’s Ashram - Rhoda Orme-Johnson discusses her memoir, “Inside Maharishi’s Ashram. A Personal Story”, that gives a first-hand look at Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and the Transcendental Meditation movement.

- Barbecue recipe and lesson with 5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers.

Ask ‘Where did wine get its start in California?” and you’ll likely hear, “Napa” or “Sonoma”.  While these famous districts have their share of historical credits, the truth is much more interesting. Who would guess that the ‘new upstart’ regions of Temecula Valley and Southern California would be the correct, and fascinating, answer?

Travel and wine writer Hilarie Larson, co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting, discusses the history and wine tasting experience of Temecula Valley in Southern California. This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Spirit of America Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Variety Show!

On This Episode:

- Park Stories of Commitment – Bobbi DePorter – Co-Founder of SuperCamp & President of Quantum Learning Network, and Steve Schneickert - Big Blend Radio’s Hollywood Historian, discuss the story connections between National Parks and the 8 Keys of Excellence, a character education program developed by Bobbi. This segment focuses on the Commitment, the 5th Key of Excellence.

- Inside Maharishi’s Ashram - Rhoda Orme-Johnson discusses her memoir, “Inside Maharishi’s Ashram. A Personal Story”, that gives a first-hand look at Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and the Transcendental Meditation movement.

- Barbecue recipe and lesson with 5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers.

Ask ‘Where did wine get its start in California?” and you’ll likely hear, “Napa” or “Sonoma”.  While these famous districts have their share of historical credits, the truth is much more interesting. Who would guess that the ‘new upstart’ regions of Temecula Valley and Southern California would be the correct, and fascinating, answer?

Travel and wine writer Hilarie Larson, co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting, discusses the history and wine tasting experience of Temecula Valley in Southern California. This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

Travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her Oklahoma City adventures that included Whitewater Rafting at Riversport Adventure Park, the Boathouse District, American Banjo Museum, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Downtown Bricktown, Stockyard's District, Oklahoma City National Memorial, Centennial Rodeo Opry, and much more! Read Debbie's Oklahoma City travel article on NationalParkTraveling.com. 

This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

For many wine enthusiasts, the thought of wine being produced in Idaho seems far-fetched. For those who know about Idaho wine, it is a misnomer. As Cori Solomon explains, the high elevation makes for some extraordinary wine. Hear about the ten wineries she discovered along with her visit to Boise, the hub to the Snake River Valley. See Cori's article featured on BlendRadidoandTV.com.

Publisher of WrittenPalette.com, Cori Solomon is a travel and wine writer, photographer, and member of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association. 

This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

From the Hollister Biker Rally to Bird Watching in Pinnacles National Park, Juli Vieira - Chief Executive Officer of the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau, talks about summer events and activities in San Benito County, Central California. 

Located east of Monterey and Salinas, San Benito County is the eastern gateway destination of Pinnacles National Park and part of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. This picturesque region is made up of the historic communities of Hollister, Tres Pinos, San Juan Bautista, Aromas, Paicines and New Idria. The area makes for an ideal travel destination with outdoor activities such as bird watching and hiking, golf and tennis, as well as a wine tasting trail, a delectable selection of dining options, boutique shopping, historic parks and museums, and a fun calendar of events.

This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

From the Hollister Biker Rally to Bird Watching in Pinnacles National Park, Juli Vieira - Chief Executive Officer of the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau, talks about summer events and activities in San Benito County, Central California. 

Located east of Monterey and Salinas, San Benito County is the eastern gateway destination of Pinnacles National Park and part of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. This picturesque region is made up of the historic communities of Hollister, Tres Pinos, San Juan Bautista, Aromas, Paicines and New Idria. The area makes for an ideal travel destination with outdoor activities such as bird watching and hiking, golf and tennis, as well as a wine tasting trail, a delectable selection of dining options, boutique shopping, historic parks and museums, and a fun calendar of events.

This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

For many wine enthusiasts, the thought of wine being produced in Idaho seems far-fetched. For those who know about Idaho wine, it is a misnomer. As Cori Solomon explains, the high elevation makes for some extraordinary wine. Hear about the ten wineries she discovered along with her visit to Boise, the hub to the Snake River Valley. See Cori's article featured on BlendRadidoandTV.com.

Publisher of WrittenPalette.com, Cori Solomon is a travel and wine writer, photographer, and member of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association. 

This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.

Travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her Oklahoma City adventures that included Whitewater Rafting at Riversport Adventure Park, the Boathouse District, American Banjo Museum, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Downtown Bricktown, Stockyard's District, Oklahoma City National Memorial, Centennial Rodeo Opry, and much more! Read Debbie's Oklahoma City travel article on NationalParkTraveling.com. 

This Big Blend Radio interview originally aired on BlogTalkRadio.com on April 21, 2017.