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A Toast to The Arts

Big Blend Radio Network

Celebrate The Arts with Big Blend Radio’s podcast conversations and expert interviews focusing on Music and Entertainment, Books and Poetry, Fine Art and Photography, Theater, Film and the Performing Arts.

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48:31

Singer-songwriter Mary Fahl - Can't Get It Out of My...

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/07/06

Award-winning singer/songwriter Mary Fahl talks about her work with October Project and her new solo album “Can’t Get it Out of My Head,” where she interprets Pink Floyd, George Harrison, Moody Blues, ELO, Neil Young, The Rolling Stones, Judy Collins, and more. Keep up with Mary's music and shows: https://maryfahl.com/This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to Women in Music" Show aired live from Silver Spring, Maryland on July 5, 2022. Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation:

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Tanya Ortega - National Parks Arts Foundation

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/07/01

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), a non-profit offering Artist-in-Residence Programs, Museum In-Loan Programs, and Workshops inspired by our National Parks, National Monuments, and World Heritage Sites. NPAF has supported over 300 programs, over 120 artists, and been the conduit for over a million dollars in artwork donations. Learn more:

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Lance Laber - Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/29

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun talks about the life and art career of famed Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia, as well as the current exhibits showcasing his work. Exhibits include "DeGrazia's Processions" on display until Jan. 25, 2023; and "DeGrazia's Sombreros" and "DeGrazia's Native Dancers" - both on display until Aug. 31, 2022.DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the

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39:21

42nd Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival in Northwest...

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/21

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on the upcoming 42nd Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival happening on Saturday, July 23, 2022, in the air conditioned Prather Coliseum on the NSU campus in historic Natchitoches, Louisiana. This year's theme is “Stronger Together: The Power of Traditional Culture." More: https://www.nsula.edu/folklife/Featured guests are Arlene Gould, Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and festival organizer and

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1:02:26

East S.M. - Author of Mercy's Quest

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/20

This episode of Big Blend Radio features East S.M., an Appalachian occultist, diviner, educator, artist, performer, and author of occult fantasy novel "Mercy's Quest" that will take you on a journey from the Appalachian mountains into New Orleans, complete with magical beings and witches."Mercy’s Quest" is inspired by an East's own encounters with the mystical. As a generational divination artist, East drew inspiration from her small coal mining town to create this rich novel. A perfect blend of

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45:13

Artist Victoria Chick and Jennifer McClung - Symbols...

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/18

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick and Las Cruces Museums Curator Jennifer McClung.Victoria discusses her upcoming art exhibit "Symbols of New Mexico - A Personal Story" that will be on display at the Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico from July 29 - Sept. 25, 2022. Jennifer gives an overview of the historic Branigan Cultural Center as well as the adjoining Museum of Art, Museum of Nature & Science, and

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57:37

Author Brian LeBeau - A Disturbing Nature

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/13

When FBI Chief Investigator Francis Palmer and Maurice Lumen’s paths collide, a dozen young women are already dead—bodies strewn in the woods across southern New England. Crippled by the loss of their families and haunted by mistakes, they wrestle with skeletons and ghosts neither understands. Who is destined to pay for the sins of their fathers, and who will pay for their own?This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Brian LeBeau who talks about his debut novel, "A Disturbing Nature." Out now

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22:37

Filmmaker David Henry Gerson - The Story Won't Die

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/12

This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning filmmaker David Henry Gerson, who discusses his debut feature documentary film, "The Story Won't Die." The film gives an inspiring, timely look at a young generation of Syrian artists who use their work to protest and process what is currently the world’s largest and longest ongoing displacement of people since World War II. The film is produced by Sundance Award-winning producer Odessa Rae (Navalny). More: http://www.davidhenrygerson.comSpecial

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58:52

Edwin Wong - When Life Gives You Risk, Make Risk Theatre

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/06/07

This episode of Big Blend Radio features essayist, author, and theatre expert Edwin Wong who discusses Risk Theatre. His first book "The Risk Theatre Model of Tragedy" (2019) upended our understanding of theatre by arguing that risk is the dramatic fulcrum of the action. It also launched a major international playwriting competition, now in its fourth year.Now, in his second book "When Life Gives You Risk, Make Risk Theatre" (2022), Wong argues that chance is a powerful and misunderstood force that

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41:50

Red Hot Shame Band - My Satellite Album

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/30

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features the Red Hot Shame band who talk about their music and latest album "My Satellite." Red Hot Shame is the brainchild of singer-songwriter Xeff Scolari and his fluctuating lineup of Northern California based musical partners in crime.For this new album "My Satellite," Xeff Scolari recorded with frequent collaborators: Steven Pitsenbarger (vocals, percussion), Ryan Wilson (guitar), Spencer Kennedy (bass), Rick Fugate (drums), James Terris

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1:51:06

A Toast to Music - Ed Roman and Justin Kniest

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/29

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays “Toast to Music” Show airED live from Lynnwood, Washington, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour.Featured Guests- Ed Roman - Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer, and multi-instrumentalist from Shelburne, Ontario, Canada Hear about his latest singles “Stronger,” “Happiness,” and “Tomorrow is Today.” https://edroman.net/ - Justin Kniest aka

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46:18

World-Renowned Bassist Chuck Wright - Sheltering Sky

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/24

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features world-renowned bassist Chuck Wright who discusses his new solo project "Chuck Wright's Sheltering Sky." Out now through Cleopatra records, the full album features over 30 guest performers including members of Mr. Big, Skid Row, Tesla, Dream Theater, Janes Addition, Asia, Jefferson Starship, acclaimed solo artists Allen Hinds, Toshi Yanagi, and many others. It covers a wide range of genres, from Jazz Fusion, Prog, Funk to in-your-face

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34:55

Victoria Chick - Southwest Regional Museum of Art and...

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/21

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick who gives us an update on the development of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center (SWRMA) in Silver City, New Mexico.SWRMA & Art Center is destined to be a cultural jewel for communities within this geographic area and a magnet for art lovers traveling in New Mexico. It will offer exciting educational opportunities and enjoyment in looking at art, studying art, and making

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1:23:26

Actor and Director Michelle Tomlinson

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/17

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts” Show aired live from Bend, Oregon and features the fabulous Michelle Tomlinson, an award-winning actor, acting coach, and director. Along with many other fun topics of conversation, hear about her current and upcoming film projects "Edge" and "Portales," both set in her home state of New Mexico. More at http://www.michelletomlinson.net/Featured music is "Fiction Theatre" by Red Wedding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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50:34

Rome 56 - Days of Carefree Living Album

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/14

This episode of Big Blend Radio features NYC based singer-songwriter Arthur Lamonica and his keyboardist/vocalist wife Kathy Lamonica. Since the 1970s, the songs Arthur's penned and performed, including a CBGB jukebox favorite - The Shirts “Tell Me Your Plans," have inspired countless fans worldwide. Fast-forward to 2022, and his dozen songs on the new album “Days Of Carefree Living” focus on a tight pop rock sound as its title track suggests.The band with Arthur’s wife Kathy Lamonica as the main

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1:03:35

Dark Obsessions - Award-Winning Mystery Author Marie...

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/11

This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Marie Sutro who discusses her latest Kate Barnes mystery novel, "Dark Obsessions."Troubled but tenacious San Francisco Police Detective Kate Barnes is back in "Dark Obsessions," the much-anticipated follow-up to Marie Sutro’s bestselling and award-winning debut, "Dark Associations." Detective Barnes must overcome her own trauma to rescue a group of innocent victims, without becoming one herself. Peppered with surprising twists and turns, "Dark

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47:04

Guitarist Rick Ventura - Riot Act Band

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/10

Airing live from Eugene, Oregon, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Music Monday” Show, features Riot Act guitarist Rick Ventura. Out now through Global Rock Records, Riot Act’s new and debut album “Closer To The Flame” comes with a 12 track bonus CD of classic 1979-1981 Riot tracks recut. These recordings feature the final ever recordings of Lou Kouvaris, who tragically passed away of Covid 19 in early 2020.Riot Act features former Riot guitarist Rick Ventura, talented lead vocalist Don Chaffin,

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58:35

Artists in Parks - Composer Andy Jarema and...

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/05/06

From Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to Fort Union National Monument, this episode of Big Blend Radio's First Friday "Toast to The Arts" Show features a reunion conversation with composer Andy Jarema and photographer Stan Honda, both National Parks Arts Foundation artists-in-residence. Andy Jarema is a music educator, composer, recording artist, and trumpet player. More: https://www.andyjarema.com/Astrophotographer Stan Honda is an experienced photojournalist who now works with natural landscapes —

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40:12

Alice Kaltman - Author of Dawg Towne

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/04/29

This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Alice Kaltman, who discusses her latest novel, "Dawg Towne." The book explores universal themes of love and loss through the deceptively simple lens of suburban life. But is life in the suburbs ever really simple? Over the course of one year in Towne, spouses die, children grow up, affairs begin and end, lies are repeatedly spoken, bad sex happens (good sex, less often), gender is questioned, and dogs go missing. Many dogs. Humorous and

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36:25

Guitar Virtuoso Harvey Valdes - Novare

A Toast to The Arts ·

2022/04/26

Featuring guitar virtuoso Harvey Valdes, this interview was part of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show that aired live from Eugene, Oregon, on April 25, 2022.Harvey Valdes’ new album "Novare: J.S. Bach Lute Works on Electric Guitar" breaks new ground with a fresh, ear-opening interpretation of music for the ages. Out now through Destiny Records, the album features sublime scores long performed by the world’s greatest lutenists and classical guitarists, but these pieces sound more timeless than

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