🍕 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 (alive, passed on, or fictional) to a pizza bash, who would they be and what kind of pizza are you serving?

Our special guests include: 🍕 Peggy Fiandaca, LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com/ 🍕Jeffrey Spear, Branding Expert & Writer: https://spearwrites.contently.com/ & https://www.studiospear.com/ 🍕Rose Palmer, Travel Writer & Photographer (live from a cruise!): https://quiltripping.com/ 🍕Clifford Garstang, Acclaimed Author: https://cliffordgarstang.com/

Craving some pizza inspiration? Check out these recipes and articles: 🍕 Chef Ivan's Pizza Dough: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lets-make-pizza/ 🍕 Peggy's Quick & Fresh Marinara: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-quick-and-fresh-marinara-recipe/ 🍕 Giada's Positano Pizzas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/positano-pizzas/ 🍕 Spicy Veggie Pizza-Dilla: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-veggie-pizza-dilla/ 🍕 Margherita French Bread Pizza: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/margherita-french-bread-pizza/ 🍕 5 Italian Foods You Won't Find in Italy: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-italian-foods-you-wont-find-in-italy/

Don't forget to check out this episode on the Big Daily Blend and Eat, Drink & Be Merry channels of the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

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 who he and his wife Tracy would invite to their ultimate pizza party—bringing personality, warmth, and plenty of foodie inspiration to the mic.

Whether you're gearing up for National Pizza Party Day on May 16, 2025, or just craving a slice of kitchen creativity, this episode is your go-to guide for pizza night success.

Plus, check out Chef Ivan’s DIY Pizza Dough recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lets-make-pizza/

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/

* CHERYL OGLE is a world traveler, travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go Travel that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. Cheryl will share some of her favorite regional food and drinks from her travels. Visit: https://heywannago.com/

* PEGGY FIANDACA owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham. Peggy talks about their unique events, tasting an pairing parties, and winemaker talks held at their tasting room in downtown Scottsdale. Visit: https://ldvwinery.com/

* DAVE SPECTER is the winemaker of Bells Up Winery in Oregon, that he owns and operates with his wife Sara. Hear about their private and exclusive wine tastings hosted by Dave, and upcoming 2017 Library Release Party with Chef Carlos Perez. Visit: https://bellsupwinery.com/

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.com/

This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts Show" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

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://haveglasswilltravel.com and https://recipestravelculture.com - Author Matt Cost "King of Happy Hour": https://www.mattcost.net/ - Tiffany Bertram, owner of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/

RELATED ARTICLES OF INTEREST: - Big Blend Spirits Guide: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/bourbon-whiskey-moonshine-distilled-spirits/ - Dessert by the Light of the Moon: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dessert-by-the-light-of-the-moon/ - Rocky Mount: https://recipestravelculture.com/rocky-mount-snuggles-against-blue-ridge/ - Yadkin Valley Wine Country: https://recipestravelculture.com/my-adventures-on-the-yadkin-valley-wine-and-shine-trail/ - Granddaddy Mimms: https://www.roadtripamerica.com/forum/content.php?2836-Granddaddy-Mimm-s-Distilling-Company-Blairsville-Georgia - Blairsville: https://rovology.com/united-states/georgia/best-things-to-do-in-blairsville-georgia/ - Family Moonshine Biz: https://www.salon.com/2018/04/07/familys-moonshine-business-is-more-than-a-job-it-is-a-legacy-partner/

MUSIC PLAYLIST: Check it out n Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5End6Kf3bvJCwdmlV4MMLl?si=3b56306f85ed43ee

This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

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 guide. See: https://judykarnia.com/ - DR RANDSDELL - Author, musician, and educator. See: https://www.dr-ransdell.com/ - ELAINE A. POWERS – Author, conservationist, actor/singer. See: https://elaineapowers.com/ - DR. MILLICENT EIDSON – Professor, author, and writer. See: https://drmayamaguire.com/

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 and editor at https://cliffordgarstang.com/ - ELAINE A. POWERS - Retired Biologist and children’s book author at https://elaineapowers.com/

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, environmental law attorney an author of "Love Earth Now" at https://cherylleutjen.com/ * KATHLEEN WALLS - Travel writer, and author of fiction and non-fiction at https://katywalls.com/ and https://americanroads.net/ * CHRISTY WOOD - World champion horse trainer, and author of horse fiction and non-fiction at https://wdnhorse.com/ * EVA ELDRIDGE - Travel and fiction writer, poet, and editor at https://evaeldridge.com/ * CB WILSON - Award winning author of nine Cozy Pet Mysteries at https://cbwilsonauthor.com/

PLUS, author, writer and editor Clifford Garstang shares a bit about his busy book life of events and happens. Follow him at https://cliffordgarstang.com/