Overheard: Celebrate Mom, from Extreme to Green to Beauty Queen | 05.10.13

every mother counts: supermodel christy Turlington’s global fight

by MomThoughts Show in WOMEN

Every 2 seconds around the world, a woman loses her life in childbirth. Supermodel Christy Turlington suffered a life-threatening complication during the birth of her first child, and now she’s founded Every Mother Counts, a global initiative to ensure every woman survives while bringing new life into the world.


Extreme mom gina Fenton shares stories from her castle of chaos

by The Change Guru in MOMS AND FAMILY

“Extreme Mom” Gina Fenton, mother of four teens, uses social media to share her in-the-trenches stories and support other moms. Her sharp wit and dead-honest delivery have gained her a faithful following.


gardening tips for mom’s green thumb

by Lillian Brummet in GARDENING

Top blogger Kathryn Hall is a devoted mom and author of Plant Whatever Brings You Joy: Blessed Wisdom from the Garden. Get tips on storm cleanup, guarding seedlings and how not to plant too much.


mTv’s ‘Teen mom’ farrah abraham’s hit show & new book

by KingMac in ENTERTAINMENT

MTV’s Teen Mom star, Farrah Abraham, discusses her hit show, her new book, life as a mom and the film she sold for more than $1 million.


‘Movie Mom’ nell minow’s 50 must-see Wedding Movies

by Betty Jo Tucker in MOVIES

Spend Mother’s Day weekend watching chick flicks! Critic and “Movie Mom” Nell Minow shares her book of top wedding movies. She’s also authored the book 50 Must-See Movies: Mothers.


Overheard: To Land the Job, Pump Up Your LinkedIn | 05.09.13

power up your linkedIn profile to land your next job

by Feisty Side of Fifty in JOBS

Jobseekers know that many recruiters today are now forgoing traditional methods of sourcing candidates and turning directly to LinkedIn. Get tips to power up your profile and help recruiters and HR reps find you.


mother’s day gift ideas for health, wellness & beauty

by In the Mix Web Radio in FAMILY

Still in need of a gift for Mother’s Day this Sunday? Get gift ideas that promote wellness, good health and bring out her natural beauty, such as homemade facial masks, natural perfumes, organic coffee and more. 


scratching your head over ‘mad men’? Season 6 Decoded

by Mad Men Talk: Decoding the Show in ENTERTAINMENT

Loving Mad Men Season 6 but got questions? Get answers from Salon.com’s Nelle Engoron, author of Mad Men Unmasked: Decoding Season 4.


Does organic food kill, And is it picking your pocket?

by Rainbow Soul in HEALTH

Tune in as Harvard alum Dr. Jennifer Daniels reveals the workings of the modern health system, the meaning of organic and how those food choices could be destroying your health and picking your pocket.


Do-Good DIY: REBUILDING a veteran’s home after sandy

by MyFixItUpLife in DESIGN

Hear from volunteers rebuilding a vet’s home in Moonachie, N.J., after the devastation of Sandy. Guests: Ty Pennington of HLN’s American Journey and Ryan Ostrom of Homes for Heroes, plus Rebuilding Together Chairman Brad Segal, Moonachie Mayor Dennis Vaccaro and Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.


Overheard: The Morgan Twins’ On-Air Rap + ‘Voice’ Tales | 05.08.13

‘The voice’ tell-all with the Morgan twins

by Monkey Radio in TELEVISION

38 minutes into the episode, The Morgan Twins (Rhian and Cara), fresh off their appearance on NBC’s The Voice, share show stories, recount their teen American Idol appearance and even rap on air!


NEVER-BEFORE-TOLD WWII stories: Author of upcoming clooney adaptation & More

by The Halli Casser-Jayne Show in BOOKS

Featured WWII stories include Denise Kiernan’s never-before-told tale of women’s role in The Girls of the Atomic City, as well as Robert Edsel‘s Saving Italy: The Race to Rescue a Nation’s Treasures from the Nazis, the companion volume to the upcoming George Clooney film The Monuments Men.


Hatfields & Mccoys Artifacts unearthed by ‘Diggers’

by World Footprints in HISTORY

Explore artifacts from America’s greatest family rivalry. The home of Randall McCoy has been unearthed by National Geographic’s Diggers Tim “Ringmaster” Saylor and “King” George Wyatt.


Boxing legend bernard hopkins: mayweather vs. Guerrero

by Bottom Line Sports in SPORTS

After recapping the latest NBA playoff action, boxing legend Bernard “The Executioner” Hopkins joins in to discuss the main event this past weekend, when Floyd Mayweather Jr. defended his title in a unanimous 12-round decision over Robert Guerrero.


God’s power: WElcome home, 3 missing cleveland women

by behind the wall in CHRISTIANITY

A Christian take on the 3 women held captive by a school bus driver 2 miles from their homes in Cleveland. Celebrate God’s power, which guided Amanda BerryGeorgina Dejesus and Michelle Knight home after all these years.


Listen As an NRA Meeting Attendee Talks Gun Control | 05.07.13

talking gun control with Laura Carno at the NRA Meeting

by Silvio Canto Jr. in POLITICS

Laura Carnofounder of IAmCreatedEqual.com, whose credo is that a government who seeks to control us is one that’s out of control, discusses the gun control debate at the NRA Annual Meeting. 


comic book experts on ‘Iron Man 3′, ‘Man of Steel’ & Top 5 superhero films

by FilmGordon in MOVIES

Film critics and superhero aficionados alike preview the two huge comic book adaptations, Iron Man 3 and Man of Steel. Guests include Travis Hopson (Cinema Royale), James Hill (TVOne) and Daryle Lockhart (TheBlackBoxOffice), who’ll also unveil their list of top 5 comic superhero films.


Nurses Week & The National Nurse Act of 2013 (HR 485)

by RN FM Radio in HEALTH

It’s National Nurses Week, and Secretary for the National Nursing Network Organization Susan Sullivan discusses the nursing bill now before Congress (HR 485) and how you can get involved.


NBC’s ‘Grimm’ star Bree Turner

by The Drew Show in TELEVISION

Bree Turner, star of NBC’s Grimm, talks about her role as Roselee Calvertas. She also chats about her film career, including The Ugly Truth and The Wedding Planner. The interview starts 6 minutes in.


tech tips: How to Win Online Friends & Influence People

by Working the Web to Win in TECHNOLOGY

If you’re looking to build strong relationships and get ahead with your website, listen as Internet marketers Carl Weiss and Hector “The Connector” Cisneros share tips to make or break your online business.


Spend 13 Candid Minutes with Angela Bassett | 05.06.13

ANgela Bassett on work-life balance, ‘Olympus’ & beauty

by Going Places Radio in FILM

Superstar actress Angela Bassett returns to chat about her latest film, Olympus Has Fallen, her recent White House visit, work-life balance, her beauty regimen and her upcoming movie musical, Black Nativity.


Talking with Discovery channel storm chaser Tim samaras

by Storm Clowns in WEATHER

6 months have passed since Superstorm Sandy, and extreme weather is something many Americans still contend with. Hear expert Tim Samaras, of Discovery Channel’s Storm Chasers, share extreme stories.


Hall of fame catcher johnny bench

by Breakthrough with Barry Farber in SPORTS

Hall of Fame catcher and baseball legend Johnny Bench shares his insights on breaking through.


‘The talk’ host & ‘Roseanne’ actress sara gilbert

by UnCensored Radio in ENTERTAINMENT

Actress and TV host Sara Gilbert (Roseanne and The Talk) chats about her special connection with Roseanne Barr, her thoughts on fame and executive producing a show competing with The View


Planned Parenthood’s 85th anniversary

by Joy Keys in CURRENT EVENTS

Joy Keys chats with Roslyn Y. Rogers, CEO of Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan NJ, about its 85th anniversary celebration.


Celebrate Cinco de Mayo All Weekend Long | 05.03.13

Salud! Cinco de mayo recipes + plenty of laughs

by EJ at it Again in FOOD

Chef Faye Stamper shares Cinco de Mayo recipes and menu ideas. We’ve also got gluten-free Cinco de Mayo recipes. Then on Sunday, enjoy some fifth-of-May comedy!


a 2010 interview with the late Chris ‘Mac Daddy’ kelly

by Lyve Talk Radio Show in MUSIC

From the BlogTalkRadio archives, a tribute to the late hip-hop legend Chris Kelly, half of the platinum-selling adolescent duo Kris Kross. Hear the “Mac Daddy” discuss his career.


this weekend’s NHL Playoff action

by Whats Brewin in SPORTS

Settle in for a weekend of NHL playoff action, as Matthew Barnaby, host of Gloves Off, breaks down the first-round matchups.


stop dating in the dreaded ‘friend zone’

by Relationships360° in ROMANCE

Hasani Pettiford, relationship expert for TV-One’s Love Addiction, helps singles escape “The Friend Zone.” Learn to tell if your friend likes you, how to get noticed and more. Interview starts at 6 minutes.


sales secrets that work: success stories

by Barry Farber in BUSINESS

What’s the secret to sales success? Hear what works in our relationship-driven world from an author of 57 books to the world’s #1 yacht salesperson to BlogTalkRadio CEO and Co-Founder Alan Levy.


The New BlogTalkRadio Portable Player Is Here!

The BlogTalkRadio Portable Player enables you to share your show with more listeners on your site, blog and social networks. We’re happy to unveil a brand new version of this player with a  number of enhancements to help you further grow your audience of listeners. 

The player features the slick new look & feel of our recent redesign.  It also displays the images that you’ve attached to your show, just like the player on your BlogTalkRadio show page. 

Here’s what the new player looks like when embedded:

A big reason why we’re changing the player is to allow your show embeds to work on mobile devices, which typically use a built-in player instead of Flash or HTML5. This means your listeners will be able to listen to shows on their iPhone or Android phone as well as their desktop computer. 

To embed your show, you just copy your embed code right from your profile or episode page (depending on which you’d like to embed):

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If you need more guidance on how to embed your player, you can find information in our help center: Portable Player FAQ

Ever Host a Pinterest Party? Get Design Star Tips | 05.02.13

Pinterest Pinning Party Tips from HGTV Design Star Meg CASWELL

by Down and Dirty Radio in SOCIAL MEDIA

Meg Caswell from HGTV’s Design Star is an in-demand interior designer. She talks about her “Yay?” or “Nay?” Pinterest pinning parties. Plus, hear a DIY disaster story from blogger Brandyn Keithley.


‘OBLIVION’ Leading Lady Zoe bell: Tarantino’s once go-to stuntwoman

by Olivia Wilder Times™ in ENTERTAINMENT

New Zealander Zoe Bell is the industry’s most famous stuntwoman, now transitioning to leading lady. Her new film, Oblivion, is a box office hit. Plus, she helped produce the thriller Raze, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.


Get fit with 4-Time nba champ & wellness advocate john salley

by DocHeather in HEALTH

John Salley is an NBA champ, entrepreneur, philanthropist, wellness advocate and vegan. He’s actively involved with Operation Smile, PETA and diabetes prevention. Hear tips to stay fit both inside and out!


soap star jordi Vilasuso on the Resurrection of ‘all my children’

by Take 2 Radio in TELEVISION

All My Children is relaunching on the Online Network. Jordi Vilasuso, best known for his role as “Griffin Castillo” on the show (and “Tony Santos” on Guiding Light), chats about the soap’s new life.


Networking know-how from A Grammy-winning Producer

by Going Places Radio in MUSIC

Grammy-winning producer Focus has worked with A-listers like Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé and Dr. Dre. His advice to those looking to get ahead in the music biz? Persistence, and “stop mocking what they hear on the radio.”