Happy Hour Hang Out

This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded onsite with Pat Kelly, co-owner of the legendary Kelly’s Westport Inn in Kansas City, Missouri. A must-visit destination for both locals and travelers, Kelly’s is not only a cornerstone of Kansas City’s nightlife and culture, but also a historic treasure for those traveling the Jefferson Highway.

Founded on a legacy of hospitality, Kelly’s Westport Inn has been welcoming generations of g...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Hamburger Happy Hour Party” kicks off our 3-part “Burger Bliss” Series, celebrating National Sandwich Month and the lead-up to Labor Day Weekend grilling! This fun and flavorful group chat brings together food writers, world travelers, and burger lovers to swap stories, recipes, and favorite burger destinations from across America and around the globe.

From traditional backyard bites to creative g...

Join us for a delightful "Happy Hour Hang Out" on Big Blend Radio as we celebrate National Picnic Month and Parks & Recreation Month! This engaging episode explores the pure joy of picnicking, the profound benefits of connecting with nature, and our favorite spots and foods for an outdoor feast from Arizona to England. 

We dive into the calming practice of forest bathing, the therapeutic power of nature's sounds, and the breath...

Join us as we Wine It Up and toast to National Wine Day with this flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry show! This celebration explores the unique characteristics of wines from Oregon, California, Arizona, and Hungary, along with delicious wine pairings and personal wine journeys. 

From vineyard updates to charcuterie boards and the rise of orange wine, this lively roundtable uncorks the diversity of glob...

🍕 National Pizza Party Day is HERE! 🎉 Join us for a fun and delicious episode of Big Blend Radio's HAPPY HOUR as we celebrate everything pizza! From classic deep dish and thin crust debates to the age-old question of pineapple on pizza, we're diving deep into the world of everyone's favorite food.

We explore unique pizza parlors and ask our fantastic guests the ultimate pizza party question: If you could invite ANY three people (...

In this flavorful shared episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Happy Hour" shows, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor Chef Ivan Flowers serves up everything you need to know about crafting the perfect homemade pizza. From dough-making secrets and topping techniques to fun facts about regional pizza styles, this episode is a delicious deep dive into everyone’s favorite comfort food.

Chef Ivan also dishes on w...

Celebrate the Start of Spring with this Big Blend Radio ”Happy Hour” Show that focuses on wine, sips, and nibbles from around the world and across America. 

FEATURED GUESTS * MERLE ROSENSTEIN is a freelance writer specializing in travel, drinks, and food. She holds Level 2 Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) certification. Merle will focus on her global travels and Bangkok’s Cocktail Culture. Visit: https://superbubbie.ca/

* CH...

Celebrate Card Reading Day (Feb. 21) and Play More Cards Day (Feb 22) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour" show that features a virtual card game between three fictional characters. 

FEATURED GUESTS: - Singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer: https://hearjohnny.com/  - Author & travel writer Kathleen Walls: https://katywalls.com/ and https://americanroads.net/  - Author Anna Dalhaimer Bartkowski: https://annabartkowski...

Celebrate National Bootlegger Day (Jan. 17) and listen in as Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour" show "goes on the run" from Georgia to Florida, South Carolina, Maine, New York City and finally to the backwoods of Hot Springs, Arkansas. 

Featured "Bootleggers and Runners" Include: - Author & Travel Writer Kathleen Walls: https://katywalls.com and https://americanroads.net/  - Author & Photographer Jo Clark: https://haveglasswill...

From food and drink to festivals and cultural experiences, nature and the great outdoors, history and the arts, and much more, this episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates Arizona, the Grand Canyon State.

Featured Guests:  - EVA ELDRIDGE – Editor, writer, and book publishing expert. See: https://evaeldridge.com/  - PEGGY FIANDACA – Co-owner of LDV Winery. See: https://ldvwinery.com/  - JUDY KARNIA – Travel writer and nature therapy g...

From Illinois and Indiana to Arizona, Southern California, South Carolina, Virginia and beyond, we dig into a little Hometown Nostalgia on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast. Besides, it's National Writers Day and we have three writers of various genres on the show! 

FEATURED GUESTS: - JO CLARK - Travel writer and photographer at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/  - CLIFFORD GARSTANG - Author, writer...

Celebrate October being National Book Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast Conversation that digs into the literary, plus, horse and dog, world of authors and writers, books and reading, libraries and bookshops, and the work that goes behind it all.

FEATURED GUESTS IN THE PANEL  * MATT COST - Author of mystery & history at https://www.mattcost.net/  * CHERYL LEUTJEN - Geologist, environment...

Celebrate the start of the colorful fall season on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast Conversation that digs into fall travel, food & drink, family traditions, along with some fun games and trivia.

FEATURED GUESTS:  - ARYN YOUNGLESS - Genealogist & writer at https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/  - JULIE DEE SUMAN - Travel writer & photographer at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/julie-dee-sum...

Step into the Big Blend Party Bus with Priscilla the Sock Monkey and enjoy this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast that celebrates travel, nature and the environment, music and writing, food and drink (of course!), and so much more! 

FEATURED GUESTS:  * Johnny Schaefer - Sinegr-songwriter: https://hearjohnny.com/   * Judy Karnia – Travel writer & nature therapy guide: https://judykarnia.com/  * Maria Cha...

An Author, a Travel Writer, Two Musicians, and a Death Doula Walk Into a Bar....

Step into The Wiggie Butt Club and enjoy this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast that celebrates the month of July with a fun conversation that covers speakeasy culture, bucket list travel, music, books and writing, cocktails, and so much more! 

FEATURED GUESTS:  * Author Matt Cost - https://www.mattcost.net/  * Travel writer &a...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast features writers and authors, mostly of the mystery and crime genre, along with some historical fiction, travel writing and editing expertise to round out the discussion.

FEATURED GUESTS:  * Author Matt Cost who inspired this episode - https://www.mattcost.net/  * Travel Writer and author Katy Walls - https://katywalls.com/  * Writer and editor Eva Eldridge of Tucson S...

This "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates Happy Hour vegan-style with the late wildlife conservation expert Adam M. Roberts “The Compassionate Conservationist,” and John Schlimm, author of ‘The Tipsy Vegan’, ‘Grilling Vegan Style’, ‘The Cheesy Vegan’ and ‘Moonshine.”  See John's vegan party recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/viva-la-vegan-happy-hour-party-recipes/ Featured music is "Nectarine" by M...

A Travel Writer, a Green Beauty Expert, and a Winemaker Walk into a Bar...a Virtual Bar that is! Listen to this "From the Vault" Big Blend Radio Ladies Happy Hour Conversation on Success with travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Paige Padgett - author of 'The Green Beauty Rules', and Merrill Bonarrigo, co-owner of Messina Hof Winery & Resort in Texas.  This episode originally aired back in 2016, but rem...