Way Back When

Big Blend Radio Interview: Kent Plantation House in Alexandria, Louisiana

Executive Director Alice Scarborough and tour guide Patsy Brosett-Garcia, discuss Kent House Plantation in Alexandria, which was built circa 1796 prior to the Louisiana Purchase, and is one of the oldest standing structures in the state of Louisiana. www.KentHouse.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

San Benito County Historical Museum

Sharlene VanRooy shares historical stories of San Benito County in central California, and talks about the fascinating exhibits and artifacts (including some from John Steinbeck's family), featured in the San Benito County Historical Museum in historic downtown Hollister. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

San Benito County Historical Park

Delbert Doty and Don Pidd talk with Big Blend Radio about the exhibits and artifacts at San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos, a small historic town near Pinnacles National Park in San Benito County, central California. This historic village features historic buildings, gardens, vehicles and farm implements, a rose garden and more.See: http://www.sbchistoricalsociety.org/sbc-historical-park.php Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Historic Family Ties Between England and Canada

Glynn Burrows, family history expert and founder of Norfolk Tours UK, discusses the historic migration between Norfolk, England and Canada during the mid-1800s, along with the family history connections between England and North America. www.Norfolk-Tours.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Cotter: CUBA’S CAR CULTURE

Award-winning "barn find" author Tom Cotter chats with Big Blend Radio about his new book ‘Cuba's Car Culture: Celebrating the Island's Automotive Love Affair’ that features photography by Bill Warner and a foreword from Sir Stirling Moss. This book is a must-have for anyone interested in a peek inside Cuba and their unique car world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chief Joseph Trail Ride

Christy Wood, world champion horse trainer, instructor and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables, in Three Rivers, CA, talks about her experience on the Chief Joseph Trail Ride. A progressive trail ride hosted by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC), a portion of the ride is completed each year, with the entire sequence taking thirteen years to complete. Its route traces, as closely as possible, the route Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce took while attempting to escape the US Cavalry in 1877. www.WDNHorse.com & www.Appaloosa.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Veterans Memorials: Historical and Aesthetic Perspectives - Victoria Chick on Big Blend Radio

From the Liberty Memorial to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Victoria Chick, a New Mexico based contemporary figurative artist and early 19th / 20th century print collector, discusses the history and creation of various Veterans Memorials in the United States. See Victoria's art at www.VictoriaChick.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sea Stories: A Memoir of a Naval Officer

Gary Slaughter, author of the award-winning Cottonwood series, discusses his life experience as a U.S. Navy ensign at the height of the Cuban Missile Crisis, as documented in his awe-inspiring nonfiction debut, Sea Stories: A Memoir of a Naval Officer (1956-1967). With incidents ranging from humorous to heartwarming to downright dangerous, each of these 60 incredible stories shows new insights into everyday life on the Cold War frontline and an unforgettable slice of American history. www.GarySlaughter.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.