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All about Baja California! / MexicoTed@yahoo.com


As presented by the brothers Ted and Michael Donovan, this series of Baja Talk Radio segments covers places to go for fishing, eating, visiting, hiking, accommodations and fun things for explorers and families.

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5/23/2006 May 23, 2006

Mulege with special guest Javier Zuniga. Sr. Zuniga is the tourism representative for Mulege/Bhia Concepcion and he runs the Las Casitas Hotel/Restaurant. We also hear from Pete Johnson with a recap of the Rolex-IGFA Offshore Championship down in Cabo.
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5/9/2006 May 9, 2006

Baja California real estate "boom" from Tijuana to Ensenada. Learn more about these coastal hot spots with real estate expert Luis Bustamante of Villa Serena plus learn all about titles and escrows from Homero Castaneda of Stewart Title Baja. Events and What's New in Baja.
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4/18/2006 April 18, 2006

Representatives from Rosarito and San Felipe concerning travel safety to Baja "Norte" and the Commodore of the Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race discusses the upcoming event. Local events are announced.
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4/11/2006 April 11, 2006

Special guest is CEO & President of the Loreto Bay Company, Jim Grogan. Jim is kind enough to tell the listeners all about the important development in Loreto and to answer your questions. We also announce events and festivals and give you the latest news on the peninsula.
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3/14/2006 March 14, 2006

Scott Brady of Expeditions West discusses vehicle travel and exploration offroad through Baja California and Mexico. Find out his recommendations for quick trips to Baja and what's needed to get off the pavement.
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1/24/2006 January 24, 2006

Dentistry in Baja California with our special in-studio guests, Dr. Oscar Torres and Dr. Luis Garcia of Tijuana. Found out about dental practices and cost savings south of the border. Upcoming events are announced.
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1/17/2006 January 17, 2006

It's the beginning of whale watching season in Baja and we begin 2006 with author Dick Russell as our special guest. He has written "Eye of the Whale", a book about these fantastic creatures. We also discuss whale watching in Baja and announce upcoming events
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12/20/2005 December 20, 2005

Today's show is all about fishing in the La Paz and East Cape areas. Our special guest is Jonathan Roldan, an expert fishing guide in Baja Sur. Jonathan discusses types of fish, fishing seasons, rules and regulations, and good, general information on fishing in Baja Sur.
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12/13/2005 December 13, 2005

Bruce Barber, author of "...of Sea and Sand" is our guest of today's show. The book covers the northeast quadrant of Baja California (Mexicali to San Felipe) and the Desierto del Altar. The search for conquistador Melchior Diaz's grave is also included in the book. Great read for desert lovers, historians, rockhounds, and lovers of San Felipe.
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12/6/2005 December 6, 2005

Special guest is Marv Sherrill. Marv leads student study trips to remote Bahia de las Animas each year. He also has designed the Baja Calendar which helps to pay for the student's costs.
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11/22/2005 November 22, 2005

Special guest is author Mike Humfreville. He discusses his new book, "In the Shadow of the Volcano", about living in Bahia de Los Angeles during two different summers with his family.
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11/15/2005 November 15, 2005

Zella Ibanez of CAREM is today's guest. CAREM is a non-profit organization trying to preserve Baja California's missions and colonial buildings. We also spoke about Tecate where Mrs. Ibanez owns Rancho Ojai.
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11/08/2005 November 8, 2005

The La Paz show. Today's show was all about the destination and capital of Baja California Sur, La Paz. Lic. Sergio Liceaga of La Concha Hotel was kind enough to call in from La Paz to discuss the city. He also offered all listeners a free night at the La Concha Hotel if you email him.
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10/04/2005 October 4, 2005

Real estate in Baja California and our special in-studio guest is Reyna Houston, owner of Los Cabos Properties in Cabo San Lucas. Reyna has been in the real estate business for 18 years and is very knowledgable in every aspect of real estate. We also announce the many events happening in Baja.
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9/27/2005 September 27, 2005

Special guest is author Jinx Schwartz. Jinx has written a number of books including "Troubled Sea" which one lucky listener received a free autographed copy. Jinx also discusses living in Baja and cruising the Sea of Cortez. Upcoming events are announced. CLICK on the image for more information.
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9/20/2005 September 20, 2005

Call-in guest is Brett Wyatt, author of the "You Decide Travel Guide" series with the current title of Loreto. In November new guidebooks about Mulege and Santa Rosalia will be released, and then La Paz in 2006. One lucky emailer will win an autographed copy of Brett's book. Events are also announced. CLICK on the book cover for more information.
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9/13/2005 September 13, 2005

Author Ann Hazard is today's special guest. Ann has written four books on Baja California including her newest release "Cooking with Baja Magic Dos" full of recipes and stories. Her other three books are the original "Cooking with Baja Magic", "Agave Sunsets", and "Cartwheels in the Sand". One lucky caller/emailer wins an autographed copy of her new book. We also announced the events of the peninsula and J.D. Hussong was nice enough to call in and tell us about the Chili Cookoff in Ensenada.
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8/30/2005 August 30, 2005

Author Judy Chaikin is today's special guest on Baja Talk Radio. Judy, who lives in Los Cabos part time, has written the "Los Cabos Guide to Good Eating & More!" so if you're hungry and heading for Los Cabos, make sure you listen. Upcoming Baja events are also announced.
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8/23/2005 August 23, 2005

In studio guest is Mike Wilken, the director of ADESU the "Alliance for Sustainable Development for the Indigenous Communities of Baja California". We'll discuss the present and past of the native people of the peninsula.
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8/16/2005 August 16, 2005

studio guests were Larry Hahn and his son Jerry. Larry has been flying the Baja peninsula since 1956. Larry and Jerry, who also flys in Baja, told us about the old days, airstips, famous people and places. We also announced upcoming events.
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8/9/2005 August 9, 2005

Rosarito, the beach resort community 15 minutes south of Tijuana. Our special guests include Laura Wong, editor of Baja Times tourist newspaper, and Alberto Garcia, vice president of the Rosarito Convention and Visitors Bureau. We also announced upcoming events.
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7/2/2005 August 2, 2005

Special guest is author and Baja wine expert, Ralph Amey. Ralph has written "wines of Baja California" and we'll discuss Baja's emerging wine region. Upcoming events are announced including the Fiestas de la Vendimia. We also give away an autographed copy of one of the books to a lucky listener.
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7/26/2005 July 26, 2005

Baja Talk Radio is honored to have Sr. Alejandro Moreno Medina, Baja California's Secretary of Tourism, as the guest today. Sr. Moreno answers all your questions about Baja California. We also gave away two passes to the new Viva Mex Spa in Tijuana and announced upcoming events.

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7/18/2005 July 18, 2005

Author, editor & traveler C.M. Mayo is our call-in guest. She has written, among others, the books "Miraculous Air" about her travels through the Baja peninsula, and "The Visitors" about Todos Santos. Events are announced.
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7/12/2005 July 12, 2005

This show is all about Los Cabos. Monica Markeset of Terramar Destinations is our in-studio guest. Monica feels the listeners in on the Los Cabos area and what to do and where to stay. Upcoming events are also announced.
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7/5/2005 July 5, 2005

Adventurer/writer Alastair Bland. Alastair has walked and hitch-hiked the Baja California peninsula over 10 months in the last two years. Here his recollections about remote places that most tourists don't venture. Upcoming events are announced.
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6/28/2005 June 28, 2005

Captain Patricia Rains, co-author of the Mexico Boating Guide, is today's special guest. We discussed cruising and sailing along the Baja peninsula. Also, Elena Moreno called in to update us on the Todos Santos Dunes situation. Upcoming events are announced.g events are announced.
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6/21/2005 June 21, 2005

Special guest is the Baja California Tourism Office representative, Marketing Director Teresa Matamoros. We also gave away a two-night stay courtesy of Los Vientos Resort & Spa in Bahia de Los Angeles. Events & festivals were announced.
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6/7/2005 June 7, 2005

Building in Baja plus some information on Mulege. Special in-studio guests are Bob Frambes, who is building his dream property in Bahia Concepcion, and Ulises Hernandez M. who is assiting his father's company, Baja Construction as Bob Frambes contractor. Upcoming events are announced.
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5/24/2005 May 24, 2005

This week's special guest is Steven Crouch of Crouch/Roberts NO KILL Billfish Tournament held each July in the East Cape. Steve has fished thoughout southern Baja California and gives us information on fishing and his annual event. Other Baja events are announced.
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5/10/2005 May 10, 2005

Getting married in Baja Mexico with Pilar Madrazo of www.ensenadaweddings.com.
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5/36/2005 May 3, 2005

Guest: Ted Moncure of Long Beach Racers and winners of the 2004 Tecate Score Baja 1000. We'll discuss off-road racing and the Baja 250, 500 and 1000. May's upcoming events are announced.
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4/26/2005 April 26, 2005

Dave Werschkul, author of "Saints and Demons in a Desert Wilderness", is today's guest. His book about the history of the missions of Baja California and the interaction of the padres and native population is a must for those of you who are interested in the local missions and visitas. We also announce upcoming events and festivals.
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4/19/2005 April 19, 2005

In-studio guest is author Bernie Swaim. Bernie has written two wonderful books about Baja California and it's people: "Mi Baja, No Hurry, No Worry" and "Bouncing around Baja". Upcoming events and festivals are announced.
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4/5/2005 April 5, 2005

The special in-studio guest is Daniel Reveles, author of "Enchilada, Rices & Beans" and "Tequila, Lemon & Salt". We also announced the weeks events and festivals.
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3/29/2005 March 29, 2005

In-studio guest is author Ann O'Neil. Ann and her husband Don have written the definitive history of Loreto and it's surrounding area: "Loreto, Baja California: First Mission & Capital of Spanish California". Learn about upcoming events & festivals.
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3/22/2005 March 22, 2005

In-studio guest is Celia Diaz of Binational Emergency Medical Care Committee. Her organization provides assistance for accident victims, medical emergencies, and much more. We'll also give out upcoming events & festivals
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3/15/2005 March 15, 2005
Author Greg Niemann is today's in-studio guest. Greg is the author of two books about Baja California: Baja Fever and Baja Legends. We also gave out upcoming events and festivals as well as answered your email questions.
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3/6/2005 March 8, 2005
Tillie Foster of Whale of a Time Tours and the San Nicolas hotel was the guest today. Tillie told us about whale watching in Guerrero Negro and discussed Ensenada, where she is located. She also answered the listeners questions, and we gave you upcoming events & festivals.
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3/1/2005 March 1, 2005
Guest is Carlos Fiesta of Baja Expo. Carlos puts out one of the top websites about Baja California. He also circumnavigated the peninsula in a 19 foot panga and we discuss his adventure. We also announced upcoming events & festivals.
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2/22/2005 February 22, 2005
Today's in-studio guest is Executive Chef Deborah Schneider. Deborah, who has over 21 years of Baja traveling under her belt, is writing a cookbook about Baja California cuisine and wines. She also teaches cooking classes in southern California. We also answered your emails and gave out our weekly events calendar.
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