Award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia talks about the accomplished military careers of General Sherman and General Grant, both who have Giant Sequoia Trees named in their honor. These magnificent trees are located in Kings Canyon & Sequoia National Parks, a destination on the Love Your Parks Tour. More at www.MikeGuardia.com and www.LoveYourParksTour.com

Featured music is “Colors of the USA” by www.DoreenTaylorMusic.com

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Big Blend Radio segment focusing on Arizona Family History Research with genealogist Holly T. Hansen - Founder of Family History Expos, and genealogist James L. Tanner - author of “The Guide to FamilySearch Online,” publisher of the blog Genealogy's Star, and the FamilySearch moderator for Arizona on Research Wiki. See Holly's article / tips: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/arizona-family-history-research/
Featured music is "Bonita" from the Ted DeGrazia album "Please Remember Me."

Contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the history and art of working horses in America. See her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/working-horses-of-america/

Featured music is "Horses & Cattle" by www.MikeMoutoux.com

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Military records hold an abundance of information that you may not be expecting. Holly T. Hansen - Genealogist, Founder of Family History Expos and co-author of ‘Beginning Military History Research’, will shares stories, tips and strategies to move forward with your military ancestor research. See her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/military-records-are-full-of-family-data/
Featured music is ‘Please Remember Me’ by Arizona artist Ted DeGrazia. www.DeGrazia.org

Continuing until the Fall of 2021, the No Man's Land - Becoming Louisiana Bicentennial Celebration is a collaborative effort between the eight parishes who are historically tied to the geographic area of No Man's Land. This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the culture, history, art, folklife, natural resources, cuisine, attractions and events of No Man's Land. Featured guests include: Arlene Gould - Natchitoches CVB, Rebecca Blankenbaker - Cane River National Heritage Area, Linda Curtis-Sparks - Sabine Parish Tourist Commission, and John Crook - Vernon Parish Tourism Commission. www.VisitNoMansLand.com
Featured Music: Thunder Rolls by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys.

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Military Historian & Author Success Insider with Mike Guardia, internationally-recognized and award-winning author of numerous non-fiction books including: “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” “American Guerrilla,” “Shadow Commander,” “The Fires of Babylon,” “Hal Moore on Leadership,” “Crusader,” and “Hal Moore: A Life in Pictures.” www.MikeGuardia.com
Featured music is 'Wings of Fire' by www.MichaMusic.com

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Internationally-recognized and award-winning author Mike Guardia assigns Big Blend Radio hosts and travelers Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith on a Love Your Parks Tour story mission, to follow in the footsteps of Generals Hal Moore, Russell W. Volckmann, Donald D. Blackburn, and Donn Starry. He also talks about how LTG Hal Moore loved to spend time with his son in Yosemite National Park. Hal Moore, one of America’s most admired combat leaders, is best known to the public for being portrayed by Mel Gibson in the movie “We Were Soldiers.” www.MikeGuardia.com
Featured music is 'Colors of the USA' by www.DoreenTaylorMusic.com

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Glynn Burrows, historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, discusses the historic family connection that John Butterfield, founder of the The Butterfield Overland Mail Company, had with England. Operated from 1858 to 1861 under contract with the U.S. Postal Department, The Butterfield Overland Mail Co. transported U.S. mail between St. Louis, Mo., and San Francisco, California. Read Glynn's article here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/butterfield-family-connection-with-england/
Featured music on this episode is 'Shapeshifter' by www.WallyLawder.com

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Ralph Masengill, author of “Conquer Change & Win” sends the Love Your Parks Tour on a Stories of Change Mission, and hears the very first story on how Yerington, Nevada changed its name three times! More here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/yerington-a-town-with-three-names/

Inspired by the contributions of citizens during the Battle of New Orleans, author Sue Ingalls Finan discusses her debut novel, “The Cards Don’t Lie,” a story of love, rebellion, intimacy, betrayal, and heroism in the face of terror and barbaric brutality. Borrowing from real-life accounts from women during this battle, Finan tells of three women essential to the city’s defense. www.SueIngallsFinan.com
Featured music is 'Crystal Ball' by Jon Roniger & The Good for Nothin Band - www.TheGoodForNothinBand.com
This episode is sponsored by www.FamilyHistoryExpos.com

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