Celebrate National Moonshine Day with this spirited episode of Big Blend Radio as we dive into the Moonshiner, Bootlegger, and Temperance history of Kansas. Featured guests include Kenneth J. Peak, author of Kansas Bootleggers and Kansas Temperance, and Phyllis Bitner, Chair of the Miners Hall Museum Foundation.

This fascinating conversation explores the complex world of moonshining and bootlegging in Southeast Kansas, shedding light on the cultural, economic, and social factors that fueled the underground liquor trade. Learn about the impact of the temperance movement, the roles played by immigrants and women, and how community survival sometimes depended on illegal alcohol production. Hear vivid stories of bootlegging techniques, organized crime, and the lasting effects of Prohibition on American society.

Listen now and get a taste of this unique slice of Kansas history!

🔗 Learn more: Kenneth J. Peak books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kenneth-J.-Peak/author/B001H6N8BO Miners Hall Museum: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/

In this episode of Big Blend Radio's JEFFERSON HIGHWAY Show, we chat with Jordan Boyd, Executive Director of the Dobson Museum and Home in Miami, Oklahoma — a must-visit destination located along both the historic Jefferson Highway and Route 66.

Discover how the Dobson Museum serves as a vibrant cultural hub, preserving the history of Ottawa County and honoring the vision of Nellie Dobson, who aimed to create a lasting memorial to her family and community. With original furnishings from the Dobson family, the museum provides an intimate glimpse into local heritage and daily life in early Oklahoma.

Jordan shares how the museum’s engaging youth programs like Dobson Discovery Days make history fun and interactive for children, and discusses the rotating exhibits that keep the community involved and informed.

Whether you're a history buff, educator, traveler, or heritage tourism enthusiast, this episode offers meaningful insights into how local museums can shape future generations and foster pride in regional stories.

🎧 Listen now and plan your visit!

🔗 Dobson Museum and Home: http://www.dobsonmuseum.com

🔗 Learn more about the Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/

🎙️ Listen to the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/

In honor of Military Appreciation Month, this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Women Making History” podcast shines a spotlight on the untold and often overlooked stories of women in wartime —from espionage to frontline heroism.

Featured Guests: Glynn Burrows shares the legacies of nurse Edith Cavell and WWII’s Jeannie MacIntosh. 🔗 https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ 📖 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-does-memorial-weekend-mean-to-you/

Jo Clark honors Belle W. Baruch—American pilot, equestrian, philanthropist, and coastal observer. 🔗 https://recipestravelculture.com/ | https://haveglasswilltravel.com/ 📖 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/belle-baruch-american-pilot-equestrian-and-spy/

Sharon K. Kurtz shares Harriet Tubman’s trailblazing role in leading a Union Army raid. 🔗 https://sharonkkurtz.com/ 📖 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/harriet-tubman-a-legacy-of-courage-and-compassion/

🕊️ Celebrate resilience, honor sacrifice, and amplify women's wartime history.