8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 1 – Crossroads To Care Segment

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CROSSROADS TO CARE (housecalls are back) w/ Patricia Ryan re; An adult nurse-practitioner who makes house calls. A concierge practitioner.
– REPORT that folks are getting vaccines for Covid, Pneumonia, Flu and RSV from pharmacies.
– DISCUSSION of “natural immunity”.
– SERVICES SUCH AS; Same as in a doctor’s office; She can;
1. Diagnose 2. Treat. 3. Prescribe. 4. Referrals as needed (Xrays, home health care, etc), 5. Do blood tests right there, deliver it to the lab and get you the results. 6. Check-ups.
– DEFINITION of an Adult Nurse Practitioner; a nurse who went back to school and has a Master’s Degree and MAKES HOUSE CALLS.
– DISCUSSION of how the typical house call goes.
– REPORT on how convenient her services are for many folks for many reasons. Good to know your “starting point” from your blood work.
– REPORT on her concierge services for folks 18 and over.
– REPORT that she is the ONLY nurse practitioner who has this type of practice in the Coachella Valley.
1. Check-ups.
2. Overall health.
3. Yearly visits.
4. She will do the blood draw and deliver it to the labs.
– DISCUSSION of the convenience of her services if you;
1. Don’t drive.
2. Don’t want to sit in the doctor’s office AND WAIT to be seen.
3. Don’t have to get up and dressed, can be seen while bedridden.
4. How long the wait time is to get an appointment w/ your primary care physician now. Patty can see you in a very timely manner.
– REPORT that you can become a patient w/ a yearly fee or she can bill Medicare and her visits are charged to insurance.
– REPORT that she can write prescriptions. Even for bio-identical hormones as well.
– REPORT that most of her patients are seniors.
– (contact info: www.crossroadstocare.org and (760) 668-1654).

Patty

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 2 – Palm Springs Air Museum and Act for MS Segment

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PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM; w/ Ann Greer ; 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA. 92262
– ANNOUNCEMENT that the Museum now has the typewriter from the Missouri that was used to type the surrender papers – all in Japanese.
1. Mar., 8; 5 – 1:00 PM. P.S. “Sink the Bismarck!” by Dr. Ed Gordon.
2. Mar., 22; 1:00 – 2 PM Women Airforce Service Pilots by Michael Carra
3. Mar., 22; 6 PM – 8 PM “Masters of the Air”; featuring the author, Donald Miller.
4. Mar., 29; 1 PM – 2 PM “Welcome Home!” National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
5. Ap., 5; 1:00 – 2 PM “Fireball @ Night” Bombing of Japan & Atom Bomb Controversy by Ed Gordon

ACT FOR MS w/ Ann Greer re; 73710 Fred Waring Dr., Ste., 118, Palm Desert, 92260.
– DEFINITION of MS. It interrupts the communication from the brain to the muscle down thru the spinal cord. Causes issues with;
1. eyes
2. spasms
3. affects everyone differently
4. lesions on the spinal cord.
– DISCUSSION of what clients really need that ACT FOR MS pays for;
1. Exercise.
2. Strength training.
3. Things that help the quality of life NOW.
4. Individual attention.
– REPORT on what people can do to help;
1. Donate.
2. Volunteer.
– REPORT on the wonderful Foundations that support Act For MS.
– (contact info; www.actforms.org and (760 325-3214).

Ann

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 3 – Desert-Theatricals Segment

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DESERT-THEATRICALS w/ Ray Limon Artistic Director, director and choreographer and Joshua Carr; Dir. of Operations and Musical Director Re: The Rancho Mirage Amphitheater. 71560 San Jacinto Dr., R. M. 92270. (behind the Pink Elephant Car Wash).
– REPORT that Josh started out as a singer and then when he met Ray, who was a dancer. Now they do EVERY aspect of the shows.
– REPORT that they have been a personal and professional couple for over 30 years.
– DISCUSSION of what the schedule might have been, (FREE shows @ the R.M. Library) vs what they are really doing.
– DISCUSSION of the youth programs they provide. Desert Theatrical Junior does 3 shows a year. 100 kids in the FREE program. FREE to kids and FREE to audience.
– REPORT that they hold auditions each year for the shows and folks come from all over to audition. Cast all 3 shows from this one
– DISCRIPTION of the Theatre. The “mini” Hollywood Bowl. Can seat up to 1,000 or 180 for dinner seating.
– REPORT on different events;
1. March 7 – 9; “Oliver.”
2. April 11 to 13; “Hairspray”.
– May “Oklahoma”
– (contact info; www.desert-theatricals.com and (760) 324-4511).

Ray and Josh

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 1 – Desert Symphony Segment

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THE DESERT SYMPHONY w/ Nancy Tapick, President: 73730 CA. 111 Ste., 6, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
– REPORT that the Symphony is sponsored by Raju Mehta of El Paseo Jewelers, who does so much in the Coachella Valley for so many.
– DISCUSSION of how the “tribute bands” are often better than the original, keeping the “flame” alive. Otherwise the sound, the history, the style will disappear.
– HOLD THE DATES FOR THE ’25 SEASON:
1. REPORT on JAN., 9, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to Rod Stewart “Tonight’s the Night” @ the McCallum.
2. REPORT on FEB., 12, ’25 – Sweetheart’s Luncheon @ Lavender Bistro in La Quinta. Proceeds support Children’s Education Program. Tix from the Symphony Office or on-line.
3. REPORT on FEB., 13, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to The Beatles “Ones” @ the McCallum.
4. MAR., 20, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to Carole King “Home Again” @ the McCallum.
5. AP., 17, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to Fleetwood Mac “Tusk” @ the McCallum.
6. MAR., 12 – 36th Annual Gala dinner and a show @ the SHOW @ the Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage. Starring Singer, Actress, and Dancer Sutton Foster. Tickets @ www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988.
– (contact info; www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988)

Nancy and Symphony Sammi

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 2 – Palm Springs International Airport Segment

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PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT w/ Daniel Meier. Re: Deputy Director of Aviation, Marketing & Air Service @ Palm Springs International Airport.
– DISCUSSION between Rick and Daniel that there is a new stop sign that is really needed @ the Airport.
– UPDATE on the construction of the Master Plan; Talks about what we need and eventually WHERE IT WILL BE. “VinoVolo” and “Trio” will open in April; “Coachella Valley Coffee” is open.
– REPORT on the new pre-security “THE PINK DOOR”. On the public side, has snacks, coffee shop, shopping and NO SECURITY clearance needed.
– REPORT that March in ’25 there will be 32,000 more seats scheduled seats inbound and outbound.
– REPORT on new airline services: Alaska Airlines is going to Portland year round; Canadian Porter Airlines started Dec., 12 flying the new 195 E2; United’s new Wash/Dulles non-stop started Dec., 19; Delta will join Alaska for non-stop JFK and started Dec., 21; Allegiant will do year round service to Bellingham, WA.
– REPORT that in Season we average 70 to 77 flights a day. Only 30% of travel this time of year is people LEAVING P.S.
– REPORT that you can do your TSA pre-check AT THE AIRPORT. Start on-line then do your interview @ the airport. When you get to the airport go to the CLEAR Stand and tell them you are there for your TSA interview. SO on the new check-in procedure, i.e. TSA. (www.tsa.gov) US Global Entry; Clear (www.clearme.com).
– DISCUSSION of “Stay and Play” new visitor pass program.
– REPORT that there is a new website that will tell you what you can and cannot take and the immediate statis of your flight, the occupancy of the parking lots, etc. www.flypsp.com. Go to www.tsa.gov and go to the section “what can I bring”.
– (contact info: www.flypsp.com)

Daniel

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 3 – Red-Jeep Tours Segment

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RED JEEP TOURS “MOUNTAINS OF FUN” w/ Rick Curtiss re; 74-794 Lennon Pl., Ste., B. Palm Desert.
– DISCUSSION of his appearance on “Jeopardy”. AGAIN!!! 2.27.2015 was Rick’s air date.
– REPORT that Red-Jeep Tours is in its 36th year.
– REPORT that March is their busiest month of the year. Because of Spring Break for children. There are headsets w/ mics for the drivers.
– DISCUSSION of the Desert Tortoise being in brumation, yet there are lizards sunning themselves.
– DISCUSSION that “Roni Raven” can recognize Joey’s face. Tests have been conducted to prove this.
– REPORT that they provide blankets if it’s cold!! Open air jeeps.
– REPORT that the most popular tour is the San Andreas Fault Tour.
– DISCRIPTION of the Painted Canyon Tour. Covers valley agriculture. FYI we produce the most artichokes, and ship them to Detroit. We have 2 agriculture seasons, winter and summer.
– DESCRIPTION that the Jeeps have canvas tops that need to be OFF to see better.
– REPORT that all tours are up and running; 3-hour tours; not including travel time.
1. Indian Canyons
2. Joshua Tree
3. San Andreas Fault @ 8 AM and 1 PM, 7 days a week. The #1 Tour they present.
4. Painted Canyon Jeep Tour
– DISCUSSION that we usually have 44 days in the summer over 110 degrees and our record was 66 days over 110 degrees BUT this year we had 83 days OVER 110 DEGREES.
– DISCUSSION that there are fewer animals to be seen after the hot summer. Lots of ravens.
– REMINDER that “beer” will keep snails out of your garden.
– REPORT that this summer heat was really hard, EVEN ON THE DESERT PLANTS that belong here.
– DETAILED REPORT on the San Andreas Fault Tour. Order of what you see on the tour;
1. Fault line
2. Oasis
3. Re-created Cahuilla Indian Village
4. Canyons, in Indio Hills and you’ll walk a bit. i.e. “SLOT” CANYON.
– REPORT that Red-Jeep Tours is #1 on Tripvision.
– REPORT that there are 5 Canyons; Palm, Andreas, Murray, Chino and Tahquitz REPORT on the 3 ways the plates move. 1. Subduction zone. 2. Plate spreading. 3. Strike/slip.
– (contact info; www.red-jeep.com and (760 324-5337).

Rick

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment

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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ John Fritch re: “Peaks”, “Pine’s Café” and “The Lookout Lounge” @ the Top of the P.S. Aerial Tram. 1 Tramway Road. Palm Springs, CA.
– REPORT The Tram is the #1 Tourist attraction in the C.V. and the #8 IN THE WORLD place for cliff-side dining by Architectural Digest and the temperature @ the Top of the Tram is 40 degrees cooler than on the Desert Floor. In the 60’s and 70’s. You can buy a jacket at the gift shop if you need. Great place to send your visitors.
– REPORT that the views are amazing. You can see for 50 miles.
– DISCUSSION of the Christmas Schedule;
Dining options for the big crowds. Special Christmas dinners in “Pines” and “Peaks”. Starting @ 4 PM. Always children’s offerings too. CALL AND MAKE A RESERVATION.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Peaks; rib eye, lamb, salmon, a real tiramisu, a warm apple tart, glutton-free chocolate cake w/ a caramel center.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Pines Café; more cafeteria style; grab ‘n go, sandwiches, salads, ribs, herb chicken, pizza, nachos. Ride ‘n Dine (tram ticket and dinner @ the Pines Café) starts @ 4:30 PM; ribs, burgundy beef, chicken, vegetarian lasagna.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Lookout Lounge. Best view of the forest and the valley. Peaks menu is served here as well.
– REPORT that “Peaks” is open 7 days a week from 11 AM – 4 PM for lunch and 5 – 11 PM for dinner.
– REPORT that they can handle 120 folks for corporate, wedding, etc., private events.
– REPORT that they are open 7 days a week. Book on “open table”. Reservations strongly suggested; CALL because Open Table does not have all the tables available.
– (contact info: www.pstramway.com and (760) 325-4537)

John

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment

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D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– DISCUSSION of his children, his travels, getting out of prison. Lol. His Utah garb. Went to Orlando, FL. For a family visit. Being the black sheep.
BRIAN OPENING THE MEDICINE CABINET AGAIN!!!
– QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, the news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. Measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico? (Yes, in W. Texas. 125 cases. First child to die of measles in 22 yeasr. Measles was wiped out years ago. All these children were sick and many were hospitalized. All were unvaccinated. 18% of all the children in this area opted out due to acceptable reasons, i.e. religious. These numbers are the highest since 2019. Medical officials blamed this outbreak on the vaccine. ABSOLUTLY IMPOSSIBLE.)
– REPORT that w/ the measles vaccine you get 2 doses AND it is 97% effective and are protected FOR LIFE. Measles has one of the highest mortality rates for children. The geno-type of Measles has changed. The vaccine works against any know Measles virus.
2. Why is this flu season worse than others? (3% of all deaths in the U.S. right now are from the flu. Highest rate in the last 10 years. 4 times worse than last year. This year might be the worst in 20 years. This is the time of year where the vaccine is developed for NEXT year. Not too late to get your flu vaccine this year. Look @ the vaccine sites on Joey’s website report of this interview.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Seg 3 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment

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cont. 3. D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– Brian and Rick BOTH pick #24 from Feb., for the Joey English Red Hot Treasure Chest $100. Winner. Rick’s address on Long Island was 24 and Brian’s birthday is the 24th.
– cont. of – QUESTIONS from “Joey Pals”, the Internet, the weekly news, etc.
3. Can a person go to a website to buy OTC semaglutide the active ingredient in Wigovy or Ozempic? (Yes it was available then, due to a drug shortage, BUT NOW THE DRUG SHORTAGE IS OVER, and it is no longer available this way. Means lots of people who started therapy w/ this drug will now may have to go back to getting a prescription for it)
4. What’s with the Medicare Do-Over? (Check w/ Brian Bilhartz. Check EVERY YEAR. Now you have 30 more days (AEP) to get your insurance correct.)
5. Why are my blood pressure pills making me dizzy, fatigued and sick. Why? (Does this happen during the first couple of weeks of a new medicine? All BP medicines can cause a little dizziness. Normally should go away. If you develop other symptoms, perhaps you need a different drug. Always know your own BP numbers, take your BP 3 times a week @ home).
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. CV ALZHEIMERS – FREE Mar., 27; 5:30 – 8:30 @ Desert Willow. Tix @ www.cvalzheimers.org.
2. DESERT CANCER FOUNDATION “Corks & Cuisine” Ap., 9 @ Tamarisk Country Club. www.desertcancerfoundation.org. GREAT EVENT.
– REPORT on the D.O.H.C. FREE Drive Thru Flu Clinics Hours and Locations.
– PALM SPRINGS: 275 N. El Cielo. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 10/31; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– BERMUDA DUNES: 41120 Washington St. Mon.-Fri., 9/2 – 10/31; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– INDIO; 81880 Dr. Correon Blvd. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 9/27; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– YUCCA VALLEY IMMEDIATE CARE: 57-840 29 Palms Highway. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 9/27; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– REPORT on D.O.H.C.’s “The Pulse” that Bianca hosts on CBS, KESQ every other Thursday.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian