In this on-location episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" Show, Terri and Ron Guthrie are joined by Steven Fryatt at the luxurious Fairmont Dallas Hotel, an iconic property perfectly positioned in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.
They share highlights from their stay at the Fairmont Dallas, known for its sophisticated style, spacious rooms, attentive service, and thoughtful amenities designed for both leisure and business travelers. From the hotel’s inviting public spaces and standout dining options to its rooftop pool offering a relaxing urban retreat, the Fairmont provides an elegant yet welcoming home base for exploring downtown Dallas.
The conversation also explores the surrounding Dallas Arts District—home to world-class museums, performance venues, and parks—along with why Dallas makes a fantastic destination for romantic getaways, family travel, and culture lovers. Looking ahead, they touch on Dallas’ role as a 2026 FIFA World Cup host city, adding to the city’s global appeal. Together, the episode paints a complete picture of Dallas as a destination where luxury lodging, arts, and vibrant city energy come together seamlessly.
🔗 LINKS &amp; RESOURCES 
* Fairmont Dallas Hotel: <a href='https://www.fairmont.com/en/hotels/dallas/fairmont-dallas.html'>https://www.fairmont.com/en/hotels/dallas/fairmont-dallas.html</a>  
* Dallas Arts District: <a href='https://www.dallasartsdistrict.org/'>https://www.dallasartsdistrict.org/</a>  
* Visit Dallas: <a href='https://www.visitdallas.com/'>https://www.visitdallas.com/</a>  
* Follow Terri’s adventures: <a href='https://travelwithterri.net/'>https://travelwithterri.net/</a>  
* New episodes air every Tuesday – Listen: <a href='https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/'>https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/</a>  
* This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station" and "A Toast to The Arts" podcast channels! Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: <a href='https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork'>https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this on-location episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" Show, Terri and Ron Guthrie are joined by Steven Fryatt at the luxurious Fairmont Dallas Hotel, an iconic property perfectly positioned in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They share highlights from their stay at the Fairmont Dallas, known for its sophisticated style, spacious rooms, attentive service, and thoughtful amenities designed for both leisure and business travelers. From the hotel’s inviting public spaces and standout dining options to its rooftop pool offering a relaxing urban retreat, the Fairmont provides an elegant yet welcoming home base for exploring downtown Dallas.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation also explores the surrounding Dallas Arts District—home to world-class museums, performance venues, and parks—along with why Dallas makes a fantastic destination for romantic getaways, family travel, and culture lovers. Looking ahead, they touch on Dallas’ role as a 2026 FIFA World Cup host city, adding to the city’s global appeal. Together, the episode paints a complete picture of Dallas as a destination where luxury lodging, arts, and vibrant city energy come together seamlessly.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🔗 LINKS &amp;amp; RESOURCES
* Fairmont Dallas Hotel: &lt;a href='https://www.fairmont.com/en/hotels/dallas/fairmont-dallas.html'&gt;https://www.fairmont.com/en/hotels/dallas/fairmont-dallas.html&lt;/a&gt; 
* Dallas Arts District: &lt;a href='https://www.dallasartsdistrict.org/'&gt;https://www.dallasartsdistrict.org/&lt;/a&gt; 
* Visit Dallas: &lt;a href='https://www.visitdallas.com/'&gt;https://www.visitdallas.com/&lt;/a&gt; 
* Follow Terri’s adventures: &lt;a href='https://travelwithterri.net/'&gt;https://travelwithterri.net/&lt;/a&gt; 
* New episodes air every Tuesday – Listen: &lt;a href='https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/'&gt;https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/&lt;/a&gt; 
* This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station" and "A Toast to The Arts" podcast channels! Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: &lt;a href='https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork'&gt;https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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Explore luxury, culture, and creativity in Dallas as Terri & Ron Guthrie share their stay at the Fairmont Hotel in the Dallas Arts District.

Romance in the Heart of the Dallas Arts District

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Parks &amp; Arts” Show features Artis Olds, acclaimed dancer, choreographer, arts educator, and the November 2025 National Parks Arts Foundation Artist-in-Residence at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Artis—whose dynamic career includes touring globally with Step Afrika! and the iconic Broadway and international productions of STOMP—shares the deep cultural roots of stepping and gumboot dance, exploring how these rhythmic traditions serve as powerful forms of communication, storytelling, and celebration.
He reflects on his personal journey from corporate America into professional dance, highlighting the transformative power of movement in building confidence, resilience, and community among youth. The conversation dives into the importance of arts education, the healing and connective energy of performance, and the value of creating space for creativity without pressure. Through thoughtful insights and lived experience, Artis illuminates how dance reflects history, honors culture, and strengthens our shared humanity.
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation at <a href='https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org'>https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org</a> 
 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s "Parks &amp; Travel" and "A Toast to The Arts" podcast channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: <a href='https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork'>https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Parks &amp;amp; Arts” Show features Artis Olds, acclaimed dancer, choreographer, arts educator, and the November 2025 National Parks Arts Foundation Artist-in-Residence at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Artis—whose dynamic career includes touring globally with Step Afrika! and the iconic Broadway and international productions of STOMP—shares the deep cultural roots of stepping and gumboot dance, exploring how these rhythmic traditions serve as powerful forms of communication, storytelling, and celebration.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;He reflects on his personal journey from corporate America into professional dance, highlighting the transformative power of movement in building confidence, resilience, and community among youth. The conversation dives into the importance of arts education, the healing and connective energy of performance, and the value of creating space for creativity without pressure. Through thoughtful insights and lived experience, Artis illuminates how dance reflects history, honors culture, and strengthens our shared humanity.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation at &lt;a href='https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org'&gt;https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s "Parks &amp;amp; Travel" and "A Toast to The Arts" podcast channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: &lt;a href='https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork'&gt;https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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Acclaimed dancer and educator Artis Olds talks stepping, culture, resilience, and his artist residency at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

Dancer and Choreographer Artis Olds in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Filmmaker Nick Davis joins Big Blend Radio to discuss his powerful new documentary, This Ordinary Thing, releasing December 5, 2025 (Cinema Village, NYC) with a theatrical roll out and VOD Release to follow on March 31, 2026.
Blending performance, personal testimony, and historical narrative, This Ordinary Thing explores the profound acts of humanity that occurred during the Holocaust—ordinary people who risked everything to save the lives of strangers. Through the stories of rescuers and survivors, the film reveals the duality of human nature during one of history’s darkest moments, highlighting the courage, compassion, and moral clarity that emerged in the face of unimaginable brutality.
Nick Davis shares insights into his creative process, the emotional weight of telling these stories, and the remarkable cast of actors who bring these moments to life. The conversation reflects on trust, moral choices, and the critical importance of remembrance—making this episode especially timely for today’s world and a meaningful tie-in for the documentary’s release.
Visit: <a href='https://www.thisordinarything.com/'>https://www.thisordinarything.com/ </a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Filmmaker Nick Davis joins Big Blend Radio to discuss his powerful new documentary, This Ordinary Thing, releasing December 5, 2025 (Cinema Village, NYC) with a theatrical roll out and VOD Release to follow on March 31, 2026.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Blending performance, personal testimony, and historical narrative, This Ordinary Thing explores the profound acts of humanity that occurred during the Holocaust—ordinary people who risked everything to save the lives of strangers. Through the stories of rescuers and survivors, the film reveals the duality of human nature during one of history’s darkest moments, highlighting the courage, compassion, and moral clarity that emerged in the face of unimaginable brutality.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Nick Davis shares insights into his creative process, the emotional weight of telling these stories, and the remarkable cast of actors who bring these moments to life. The conversation reflects on trust, moral choices, and the critical importance of remembrance—making this episode especially timely for today’s world and a meaningful tie-in for the documentary’s release.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Visit: &lt;a href='https://www.thisordinarything.com/'&gt;https://www.thisordinarything.com/ &lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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Nick Davis discusses his new documentary This Ordinary Thing, exploring extraordinary acts of courage and humanity during the Holocaust.

This Ordinary Thing Film:  Humanity, Courage & the Holocaust

On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Rants, Raves &amp; Rock ‘n Roll" show, we jam with Jon Dawson of Third of Never about their brand new album and soundtrack, “Damage the Pearl.” The project grew from a collection of songs into a full-on road-movie film collaboration with director Brent Clark — a creative leap that celebrates the band’s instinct, individuality, and unstoppable drive.
Jon shares the serendipitous (and sometimes hilarious) chain of events that shaped Third of Never: chance meetings, cross-state collaborations, legendary guest musicians, and the fearless blending of genres that gives the band its signature sound. We talk creative process, surviving the modern music landscape, turning life into art, and how music becomes both escape and emotional anchor.
This conversation spotlights how embracing your creative instincts leads to unexpected magic — whether you’re scoring a film, building a band, or crafting songs that hit straight to the soul.
Learn more at: <a href='https://www.thirdofnever.com'>https://www.thirdofnever.com</a> 
A perfect fit for Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day (Nov 24), this episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "A Toast to The Arts" Podcast Channels. Explore the Network:  <a href='https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork'>https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Rants, Raves &amp;amp; Rock ‘n Roll" show, we jam with Jon Dawson of Third of Never about their brand new album and soundtrack, “Damage the Pearl.” The project grew from a collection of songs into a full-on road-movie film collaboration with director Brent Clark — a creative leap that celebrates the band’s instinct, individuality, and unstoppable drive.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jon shares the serendipitous (and sometimes hilarious) chain of events that shaped Third of Never: chance meetings, cross-state collaborations, legendary guest musicians, and the fearless blending of genres that gives the band its signature sound. We talk creative process, surviving the modern music landscape, turning life into art, and how music becomes both escape and emotional anchor.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This conversation spotlights how embracing your creative instincts leads to unexpected magic — whether you’re scoring a film, building a band, or crafting songs that hit straight to the soul.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Learn more at: &lt;a href='https://www.thirdofnever.com'&gt;https://www.thirdofnever.com&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A perfect fit for Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day (Nov 24), this episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "A Toast to The Arts" Podcast Channels. Explore the Network:  &lt;a href='https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork'&gt;https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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North Carolina musician Jon Dawson of Third of Never talks creativity, resilience, and their new album-meets-soundtrack Damage the Pearl.

Damage the Pearl: Third of Never’s Creative Leap from Album to Film

On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Music Talks" Show with Joey Stuckey (airing every 4th Sunday), Joey welcomes his friend and fellow musician Mark Storey, whose debut album “Dark Voodoo Magic” released October 31, 2025. They dive into Mark’s creative process, the emotional storytelling behind his songs, and the unique blend of blues-rock energy that defines his sound.
Mark shares what it was like to write, perform, and produce the entire album himself—from vocals and guitar to drums, bass, and blues harp—along with creating his own visuals and music videos. Joey, who mastered the album, highlights Mark’s honesty, groove, and swampy voodoo vibe that makes this project stand out.
📌 Key Takeaways 
- Mark Storey’s debut album “Dark Voodoo Magic” showcases his talent as a multi-instrumentalist and producer. 
- Joey Stuckey’s collaboration and mastering work played a key role in the final sound. 
- Mark performs every instrument on the album. 
- Slide guitar and swampy rhythms help define his dark voodoo blues-rock style. 
- Honesty and emotional storytelling sit at the heart of his songwriting. 
- Visual creativity—videos, artwork, atmosphere—enhances the music’s impact. 
- Influences include blues, classic rock, Detroit rock ’n’ roll, and voodoo-groove aesthetics. 
- The album reflects years of growth, craft, and personal exploration.
💻 Learn more about Mark Storey &amp; follow his music: 
Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gcnv5nWpV/'>https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gcnv5nWpV/</a>  
Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/markstoreymusic'>https://www.instagram.com/markstoreymusic</a>  
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mark271058TikTok: <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562'>https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562 </a>  
TikTok: <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562'>https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562? </a>  
Spotify: <a href='https://open.spotify.com/artist/0k25jI1a2Z8N2fQdBRuIRu?si=ell6w8a6TG66XzkT0y6aTw'>https://open.spotify.com/artist/0k25jI1a2Z8N2fQdBRuIRu?si=ell6w8a6TG66XzkT0y6aTw</a>  
Bandcamp: <a href='https://markstorey1.bandcamp.com/album/dark-voodoo-magic-3'>https://markstorey1.bandcamp.com/album/dark-voodoo-magic-3</a> 
🎶 Learn more about Joey: <a href='https://www.joeystuckey.com/'>https://www.joeystuckey.com/</a> 
📺 Follow Big Blend Radio: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio'>https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Music Talks" Show with Joey Stuckey (airing every 4th Sunday), Joey welcomes his friend and fellow musician Mark Storey, whose debut album “Dark Voodoo Magic” released October 31, 2025. They dive into Mark’s creative process, the emotional storytelling behind his songs, and the unique blend of blues-rock energy that defines his sound.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Mark shares what it was like to write, perform, and produce the entire album himself—from vocals and guitar to drums, bass, and blues harp—along with creating his own visuals and music videos. Joey, who mastered the album, highlights Mark’s honesty, groove, and swampy voodoo vibe that makes this project stand out.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📌 Key Takeaways
- Mark Storey’s debut album “Dark Voodoo Magic” showcases his talent as a multi-instrumentalist and producer.
- Joey Stuckey’s collaboration and mastering work played a key role in the final sound.
- Mark performs every instrument on the album.
- Slide guitar and swampy rhythms help define his dark voodoo blues-rock style.
- Honesty and emotional storytelling sit at the heart of his songwriting.
- Visual creativity—videos, artwork, atmosphere—enhances the music’s impact.
- Influences include blues, classic rock, Detroit rock ’n’ roll, and voodoo-groove aesthetics.
- The album reflects years of growth, craft, and personal exploration.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;💻 Learn more about Mark Storey &amp;amp; follow his music:
Facebook: &lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gcnv5nWpV/'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gcnv5nWpV/&lt;/a&gt; 
Instagram: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/markstoreymusic'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/markstoreymusic&lt;/a&gt; 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mark271058TikTok: &lt;a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562'&gt;https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562 &lt;/a&gt; 
TikTok: &lt;a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562'&gt;https://www.tiktok.com/@markstorey562? &lt;/a&gt; 
Spotify: &lt;a href='https://open.spotify.com/artist/0k25jI1a2Z8N2fQdBRuIRu?si=ell6w8a6TG66XzkT0y6aTw'&gt;https://open.spotify.com/artist/0k25jI1a2Z8N2fQdBRuIRu?si=ell6w8a6TG66XzkT0y6aTw&lt;/a&gt; 
Bandcamp: &lt;a href='https://markstorey1.bandcamp.com/album/dark-voodoo-magic-3'&gt;https://markstorey1.bandcamp.com/album/dark-voodoo-magic-3&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🎶 Learn more about Joey: &lt;a href='https://www.joeystuckey.com/'&gt;https://www.joeystuckey.com/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📺 Follow Big Blend Radio: &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
</description>

UK-based blues-rock artist Mark Storey discusses his new album Dark Voodoo Magic—a gritty, swampy, voodoo-groove project.

Mark Storey: Behind His Dark Voodoo Magic Album

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