JoeyWP
July Appearances 2025
#10 – Tues., July 29; Adam Karsten’s wonderful Summer Cabaret Series @ CVREP continued w/ Lee Roy Reams (along w/ Music Director Alex Rybeck) sharing his song and dance man memories in such a comfortable, intimate setting. “Me and Betty” shared all the stories of Lee Roy’s association w/ Lauren (Betty) Bacall, many were about his time appearing w/ her on Broadway in the musical “Applause” and so much more!! Complete w/ personal anecdotes and pictures!!! At the end of the show we all felt WE knew Betty, and in a sense, we did. These shows continue to impress and entertain. www.cvrep.org.
#9 – Sun., July 27; Kudos to Palm Springs Cultural Center and their fabulous Sunday movie matinees. “West Side Story” on the big screen @ the historic Camelot w/ surround-sound and the GREAT POPCORN, was wonderful!!!! Especially meaningful since both Rita Moreno and George Chakiris have both done my radio show. www.psculturalcenter.org.
#8 – R.I.P. Hulk Hogan; 8.11.1953 – 7.24.2025
#7 – July 23, Gorgeous Grandma (G.J.) Day!!!!
#1 – HAPPY 4TH OF JULY. God Bless America, on you 249 looks good.
Desert Water Agency Segment – August 1, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment
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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Xochitl Pena re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT – There is a watering guide for summer-time on their web site, www.dwa.org/guide.
– DISCUSSION that DWA is working to replacement all of the pipeline in the system from May to early June. The old ones are 70 years old!!! There is xray to spot other utilities underground. 2 projects under way right now. Provides better service and costs to our customers. www.dwa.org/pipelines.
– REPORT that we have 425 miles of pipe in Palm springs, all old unlined steel. Will be replaced w/ iron to last 100 years.
– REPORT on how to get thru the summer “water smart”
1. Stay hydrated. You can get a FREE water bottle @ DWA.
2. Run an irrigation check. Look into “smart controllers” for your sprinklers. Rebate on them also.
– DISCUSSION of the rules for using the incentive programs. Your rebate is mailed to you as a check.
1. Smart controllers.
2. Water efficient nozzles and irrigation heads. $5. Rebate per nozzle; $2 rebate for installation. www.dwa.org/rebate.
3. Washing machines w/ “water sense” type
4. Residential toilets – Joey got her rebate check!!!!
5. Grass removal
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)
Xochitl
Florist Segment – August 1, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – Florist Segment
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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Kayla Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT that the flowers of the month of Aug are the Gladiolus and the Poppy
– DISCUSSION the flowers for Joey in the website photo. An echeveria!!!! Large genus of succulents.
– REPORT on how to keep flowers fresh. In frig, in water, out of the sun Etc.
– REPORT that Lilies will close for August.
– DISCUSSION of the various colors brides pick for their wedding themes. Even desert colors are popular.
– DISCUSSION that they are open Tues., – Sat., from 11AM to 4 PM. AGAIN, BUT they will close for the month of August.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)
Kayla w/ the Echeveria
Revolution Stage Company Segment – August 1, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – Revolution Stage Company Segment
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REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY w/ Gary Powers, re; 611 S. Pa., Palm Springs.
– REPORT on his new season. 250 shows the first year. Check the website for additional shows.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. Oct., 2 – 11 “POINT LOMA”; 7 PM
2. Oct., 24 – Nov., 1 “EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL”; 7 PM
3. Nov., 7 – 23 “RENT”
4. DEC., 8 – 20 “IT’S A FABULOUS LIFE”;
– MORE IMPORTANT DATES TO HOLD;
1. Oct., 6 – Nov., 3 – “CABARET RIOT”
2. Oct., 8 – “OPERA EXPOSED” 7 PM
3. Oct., 19 – “DISHIN’ W/ DIVINE” W/ EUREKA 4 PM
4. Nov., 29 – BEING PIAF w/ Eleanora Owen 8 PM
– (contact info www.revolutionstagecompany.com and (760) 318-4115).
Gary
“Talk of Stars” Segment – July 31, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Richard E. Fearns re: Radio engineer and programmer extraordinaire,
– DISCUSSION of his childhood, family, background and education.
American Music Awards Rick worked
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – July 31, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Richard E. Fearns re: Radio engineer and programmer extraordinaire.
– DISCUSSION of his incredible career; Academy Awards, TV, Emmys, Dodger Baseball, Olympics, Dick Clark, teaching, etc.
press area for the Golden Globes Rick worked
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – July 31, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Richard E. Fearns re: Radio engineer and programmer extraordinaire.
– DISCUSSION of his licenses, awards and achievements.
Photo of the red carpet for the Golden Globes Rick worked
City of Palm Springs Fire Dept. Segment – July 30, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – City of Palm Springs Fire Dept. Segment
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PALM SPRINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT w/ Captain Ronnie Skyberg re: 300 El Cielo Rd., P.S. 92262
– DISCUSSION of our summer weather.
– REPORT on how to get thru the heat of the summer.
1. Stay hydrated
2. Drink to replace your electrolytes.
– REPORT that as soon as a Fireman get a call, that SECOND, he starts sweating immediately. How that plays out in a fire on scene when it’s 100 plus degrees and possible humidity, it is quite a strain. How masks and a bi-pass valve helps a fireman breathe.
– DISCUSSION of the procedures for rescuing pets during a fire.
– DISCUSSION of the Fire Department’s PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM; Mission statement is to provide emotional and on-site support to the firefighters. Palm Springs is creating the blueprint for Riverside County.
Includes;
Team
Counselors
Chaplin
Canine (Maximus the yellow lab)
– REPORT that the Fire Chief wants the department to actively recruit new members. They are going to “fire academies”, schools, etc to share the news. NO OTHER CITY IS DOING THIS.
– REPORT of the basic requirements. Age, education, etc.
– REPORT of the recruitment process the Fire Department is going through now. How to apply and what the training regime is and what the many benefits are to being a member of the Palm Springs Fire Dept.
– DISCUSSION of how to how to get more information.
1. Email the Captain @ Ronald.skyberg@nullpalmspringsca.gov
2. Got to the City’s website and click on Fire; click on “join the team”.
3. Check out the “documentary” they are producing about what they do.
– (contact info: www.palmspringsca.gov and (760) 323-8181).
Captain Ronnie
Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Segment – July 30, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Segment
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PALM SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE w/ Nona Watson re: 190 W. Amado Rd., Palm Springs.
– REPORT that she’s been the CEO for years. There is no “let-down” in activity during the summer anymore.
– REPORT on the 3 co-working spaces the Chamber manages. Short and long-term affordable rentals.
– REPORT on the Walk of the Stars shuts down during the summer. Back-up in September.
– REPORT on Tuesday Lead$ Lunches. Check the website for July @ “Marilyns”. Only cost is your lunch. Bring your business cards.
– HOLD THE DATE; Wed., Sept., 17, The Business Expo and Taste of Palm Springs. Buy your tickets on- line for a $40. wristband. At the Indian Canyons Golf Resort. Shuttles from where you park. 5 to 9 PM. The tribute band is “Prince”. Restaurants and business can still register. 45 Restaurants and 60 – 70 regular businesses. “Marilyn” is a new restaurant downtown.
– HOLD THE DATE; “Rock the Park” will start in Dec., w/ a tribute for Bruce Springsteen. Runs Dec., thru May, the 1st Wed., of every month.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. Ap., 11 -19, ‘26 to Spain. $3,899. includes air fare.
2. July, ’26 to Finland
3. Oct., ’26 to S. Korea.
– (contact info: www.pschamber.org and (760) 325-1577).
Nona
Eisenhower Health Segment – July 30, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – Eisenhower Health Segment
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EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Lee Rice Media Coordinator and Public Information Officer. 39000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270. and Stephanie Farrell, MBA, RN, BSN, CCRC, OCN, Director of Research Administration & Clinical Trials Board @ Eisenhower Health.
Stephanie. – She helps EH physicians bring novel new treatments/devices to EH patients. Every single drug available today, every single device available today has been thru a clinical trial that the FDA regulates. EH is partnered w/ U.C. San Diego. EH has been doing these trials for 40 years.
What are clinical trials?
Why are they important?
What type of clinicians are involved?
As a patient, where can I find trials for me?
Does EH have clinical trials and what types.
Stephanie – Discussion of who picks the trials needed and what the patient will have to do/report while on the trial.
Lee – Description that EH testing occurs AFTER the required animal testing has been completed. There is legal informed consent involved.
Stephanie – requires very competent doctors to conduct these high level device trials. Every few months there’s something new.
For information go to; www.clinicaltrials.gov or the main website for EH.
REPORT on the trials for curing cancer.
REPORT on how AI fits into all this.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.com and (760) 340-3911).
Stephanie and Lee
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
