The Ghost of Hotel San Carlos with Ron Blake

15 Nov 2025 • 38 min • EN
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Is it possible to write a ghost story in reverse, one that begins with a fictional story but ends in real experiences? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Ron Blake on his journey and The Ghost of Hotel San Carlos.  Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET 1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! Listen live at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/ Ron Blake graduated with an MPA from Indiana University. Blake moved to Arizona and is an artist today. His medium is the human interaction he’s had every single day for 3,640 days. Walking up to and engaging 34,792 complete strangers one by one on his mission across the U.S. and Mexico. Those spontaneous interactions are expressed as social practice artwork. Contributions by those strangers are written in 96 languages with 32 Sharpie marker colors on 522 giant foam boards. It's become a massive display of hope, support, discovery, unity, and love. Additionally, the artist has written more than 200 short stories, Op-Eds, and Letters to the Editor for a multitude of publications. For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

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