Souvenirs: Timeless Tales of People, Places, and the Past

Suzi Minor

Join me as we unearth hidden gems of stories about fascinating folks and the places they've been. These nuggets of wisdom will inspire and entertain, offering you a souvenir from the heart.

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We are honored that our Summer 2023 series, episodes 1 through 17, were accepted into the Arizona Memory Project. These episodes are a collection of oral histories about historic guest ranch Rancho de los Caballeros, located in Wickenburg, Arizona. The Arizona Memory Project is a vital resource of archives chronicling Arizona's past and present.

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A Souvenir of Summer Reads

A Souvenir of Summer Reads

Let's kick off Summer Solstice with a recap of our Artists & Authors series, featuring a list of book titles to add to your Summer reading list.So Said the River - Colleen Miniuk https://www.sosaidtheriver.com/ or https://www.colleenminiuk.com/Memoirs of Madame Moustache - Manuela Schneider https://manuelaschneider.com/Stable - Emily Swisher https://www.emilyswishercounseling.com/Alice Sullivan https://alicesullivan.com/Emigrant Tales of the Platte River Raids - Janelle Molony https://janellemolony.com/Shanghaied - Jon T Howe https://www.jonthowe.com/The One and Only Awemazing Botanical Artist Dyana Hesson https://www.dyanahesson.com/

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A Souvenir of Summer Reads

A Souvenir of Summer Reads

Let's kick off Summer Solstice with a recap of our Artists & Authors series, featuring a list of book titles to add to your Summer reading list.So Said the River - Colleen Miniuk https://www.sosaidtheriver.com/ or https://www.colleenminiuk.com/Memoirs of Madame Moustache - Manuela Schneider https://manuelaschneider.com/Stable - Emily Swisher https://www.emilyswishercounseling.com/Alice Sullivan https://alicesullivan.com/Emigrant Tales of the Platte River Raids - Janelle Molony https://janellemolony.com/Shanghaied - Jon T Howe https://www.jonthowe.com/The One and Only Awemazing Botanical Artist Dyana Hesson https://www.dyanahesson.com/

Shanghaied with Author Jon T. Howe

Shanghaied with Author Jon T. Howe

Jon is a lifelong sailor so it’s only fitting that his first novel sets sail upon the high seas in the early 1800’s. Shanghaied is a hero’s journey which captivates the reader within the first chapter. You can find more info about Jon and purchase your copy at www.jonthowe.com

All in the Family History with Janelle Molony

All in the Family History with Janelle Molony

Award winning historian and author, Janelle Molony has written about some fascinating historical figures and proves that sometimes the most interesting characters and stories can be found in our own family history. Listen in as she shares tales from the past from her most recent book Emigrant Tales of the Platte River Raids. Be sure to check out her website at janellemolony.com

The Secret Life of a Ghostwriter with...A. Sullivan

The Secret Life of a Ghostwriter with...A. Sullivan

Today we hear from one of the top secret agents of ghostwriting A. Sullivan. Ms. Sullivan is a New York Times bestselling editor 11 times over, she's written over 60 books and edited over 1300 titles! To learn more about her works visit www.alicesullivan.com

Stable: A Therapist and the Healing Nature of Horses with Emily Swisher

Stable: A Therapist and the Healing Nature of Horses with Emily Swisher

Emily Swisher is a psychotherapist who incorporates equine therapy into her practice. Her recently published book, Stable: A Therapist and the Healing Nature of Horses shares stories and insights about healing through grief and the transformative power of working with equine. You can learn more about Emily and her services at www.emilyswisher.com

Women of the Wild West with Manuela Schneider Part 2

Women of the Wild West with Manuela Schneider Part 2

We continue the conversation with multi-talented award winning Artist and Author, Manuela Schneider as she tells us where her passion for the history of the American West began. Be sure to check out her website at www.manuelaschneider.com to order her books and to stay in the loop of her upcoming projects.

Women of the Wild West with Manuela Schneider Part 1

Women of the Wild West with Manuela Schneider Part 1

Manuela Schneider is an award winning author, songwriter, and filmmaker from Germany. She writes historical fiction about the American West, featuring strong female characters who faced hardship yet persevered. Be sure to check out her website https://manuelaschneider.com/ to learn more about her upcoming events and where you can also purchase her books.

So Said the Photographer, Colleen Miniuk Part 2

So Said the Photographer, Colleen Miniuk Part 2

Colleen Miniuk is a landscape photographer and author. Her adventure travel memoir, So Said the River, Life, Loss, and Pie on the Colorado, will be available June 2024. You can pre-order a signed copy at https://www.sosaidtheriver.com/ and use Special Discount Code 4SP2024. Be sure to check out www.colleenminiuk.com for more information on her stunning photography and workshops, Sound effects credit https://freesfx.co.uk/

So Said the Photographer, Colleen Miniuk Part 1

So Said the Photographer, Colleen Miniuk Part 1

Colleen Miniuk is a landscape photographer and author. Her adventure travel memoir, So Said the River, Life, Loss, and Pie on the Colorado, will be available June 2024. Be sure to check out www.colleenminiuk.com for more information on her stunning photography and workshops,

Dusty Trails and Desert Blooms with Artist Dyana Hesson

Dusty Trails and Desert Blooms with Artist Dyana Hesson

Dyana Hesson is an Arizona botanical artist who brings desert blooms to life in her vibrant oil paintings. Be sure to check out www.dyanahesson.com to see her beautiful works of art!

New season Artists & Authors coming soon!

New season Artists & Authors coming soon!

Keeping you in the loop about our upcoming series featuring fascinating Artists and Authors.

Joe Bistodeau has enjoyed a career of 40+ years at historic Rancho de los Caballeros. He started as a bartender and has become a familiar face at the Golf Club Grill. Even if you don’t know his name, I bet he knows yours.

Family Vacation, Ranch Style

Family Vacation, Ranch Style

Third generation ranch guest and homeowner, Cathy Hurst spent many holidays and spring break vacations at the ranch with her family. From tales of teenage shenanigans to remembering the infamous Peso Dollar and the Counterfeit Bills, Cathy shares her her love of Rancho de los Caballeros and the Sonoran desert that surrounds it.

Diggin' up Memories

Diggin' up Memories

Rob Faurot shares memories of spending time with his grandparents who were Rancho de los Caballeros homeowners. He tells a tale about staking a mining claim in the area, which produced more of a fun escapade than striking gold.

Legacy of Leadership

Legacy of Leadership

Julie Macias Brooks is a 5th generation Wickenburg resident who served as Executive Director of the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce from 1988 - 2021. You could say her illustrious career began back in 1967 when she started working at Rancho de los Caballeros. Julie is a wealth of knowledge about all things Wickenburg, listen in as she shares some of her fondest memories of what makes this place so special.

Courtside with Super Dave

Courtside with Super Dave

Dave Messersmith's career at Rancho de los Caballeros spans four decades. He started out as a bartender, then was hired on as the tennis pro where he continues to hold court serving guests and homeowners.

Back to Her Roots

Back to Her Roots

Martie MacDougal has a real passion for children and horses, she’s introduced lots of kids to Rancho de los Caballeros over the years and continues to share her enthusiasm with a new generation of future cowgirls and cowboys. Her parents worked at the ranch in the 1950's, and that's where her story begins...

The Conscientious Cowboy

The Conscientious Cowboy

Dick Fredrickson is a one of a kind cowboy, he's a naturalist in many forms, a natural storyteller, singer, songwriter, and nature enthusiast. He's been a fixture at Rancho de los Caballeros for decades as the resident naturalist to their nature program he implemented and you'll also see him pickin and grinnin on the saloon stage, not to mention providing the delightful banjo music you hear playing in the background to each episode intro.

Reminiscing with Judy

Reminiscing with Judy

Second generation ranch guest Judy Schuster shares some of her childhood memories of coming to the ranch with her family, attending school at Remuda ranch, and how Rancho de los Caballleros continues to be a part of her life.

It's a Family Affair with Rusty Gant

It's a Family Affair with Rusty Gant

Rusty is the son of Rancho de los Caballeros founders, Dallas and Edie Gant. Rusty held onto the reins as ranch owner for over 50 years, carrying on his parents legacy, all the while leaving his own footprint. He kept the focus on family and somehow managed to expand and thrive well into the turn of the century.