JoeyWP
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – August 28, 2025
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 – August 28, 2025
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
DAP Health Segment – August 27, 2025
Seg 1 – DAP Health Segment
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DAP HEALTH w/ Marcie Lerner re: Volunteer Manager @ DAPHealth and Revivals.
– REPORT that there are 500 volunteers who average over 7000 hours a month. In Season they average over 9000 hours a month. 265 volunteers @ Revivals Stores.
– REPORT that they require only 4 hours a week.
– REPORT that Revivals will train you. Most of the volunteers are SHOPPERS first.
– DISCUSSION that volunteers are changing the world one hour @ a time.
– REPORT on the 4 stores; Palm Springs (Joey’s), Cathedral City, Palm Desert and Indio.
– DISCUSSION of all the merchandise; i.e. new furniture, art work, etc.
– (contact info: www.DAPHealth.org and www.revivalsstores.com) .
Marcie
Palm Springs Police Segment – August 27, 2025
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Police Segment
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PALM SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT w/ Lt. William Hutchinson re: Head of Intelligence
– TOPIC TODAY; Drones as First Responder.
1. Saving lives minute by minute in the country.
2. Flying drones to scenes of emergencies due to listening to 911 calls as a Drone Operator, (sitting in the command center) can launch within 10 seconds and be “on scene” in 30 seconds, even before an officer has been dispatched. A drone can get within a mile in less than a minute. Three drones are on rooftops in Palm Springs, w/ more to come.
Can “see” and “zoom” in. Can fly “silent”, can “voice” commands, can send video/image to all entities involved immediately.
Therefore, there is amazing “situational awareness”; i.e. know where the “bad guy” is; increasing apprehension rates, can stop sending police if there is no need. They have thermal imaging systems and lighting systems. Also has voice activation as well.
– REPORT that Chula Vista was a “test” site for this process.
– REPORT that Drones are regulated by the FAA.
3. Now our Palm Springs Police Department under the leadership of Chief Andrew Mills has “Real Time Intelligence”.
– (contact info: www.palmspringsca.gov).
Lt. Hutchinson
Eisenhower Health Segment – August 27, 2025
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 Veronica Williams, Nursing director for the Eisenhower Family Birth Center @ Eisenhower Health.
– REPORT that the birth center was trained in the Labour Hopscotch Framework by a team from Ireland.
– EH is the first MAGNET hospital in the U.S. to work w/ the Irish midwifery team. Mission to reduce epidurals and Cesarean sections.
– REPORT that research shows the Labour Hopscotch Frameworks helps lower intervention rates and improves birth experiences.
– REPORT that the Labour Hopscotch Framework promotes autonomy and physical preparedness for childbirth. i.e. a coach.
– DISCUSSION that EH is leading the way in bringing global midwifery innovation to the U.S.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.com and (760) 340-3911).
Veronica and Lee
Palm Desert Segment – August 26, 2025
Seg 1 – Palm Desert Segment
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PALM DESERT w/ Thomas Soule. re: the City of Palm Desert’s Public Affairs Manager.
– REPORT that the construction on El Paseo is almost done. Was started in June. Businesses were doing fine in spite of the construction and business is up.
– DISCUSSION of how a City decided to re-do El Paseo. It was never intended to have the traffic load it does.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. Sept., 24 – Emergency Preparedness Expo @ the P.D. Library all day long. www.palmdesertlibrary.org.
2. Oct., Concerts – Every Thursday @ Civic Center Park.
3. Oct., surgery, – Animal Samaritans is putting on FREE spay, neuter, microchipping in Oct.. Go to the library and Sept., and register.
4. Oct., 26 – Golf Cart Parade
– REPORT on the Civic Park/P.D. Aquatic Center
– The Aquatic Center is City Owned, but run by the YMCA of the Desert.
– Heading into a FULL RENOVATION in the Fall. Filters, etc., are wearing out. Staff is keeping the pools open. Closing lap pool once in a while. Fri. – Sunday the lap pool WILL BE OPEN. The REST is all open.
– Most of the access is FREE. Parking is FREE. Small charge for the Aquatic Center. New obstacle course there.
– The library has been renovated (inside the park).
– KUDOS to the Palm Desert City Council.
– (contact info: www.palmdesert.gov and www.pdpool.com)
Thomas
Jewish Family Services Segment – August 26, 2025
Seg 2 – Jewish Family Services Segment
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JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES w/ Kraig Johnson re: Executive Director. 490 S. Farrell, Ste.,C 208. Palm Springs
– DISCUSSION of how they can help the community;
1. In Person Mental health counseling. In Spanish or English.
2. Community Outreach. “Let’s Do Lunch”. Free @ 4 locations. Desert Hot Springs Sr., Center; Joslyn Senior Center; Cathedral City Senior Center and Jessie Owens Senior Center.
“Café Europe” @ the Jewish Federation of the Desert on Frank Sinatra and Hwy.111. for children of Holocaust Survivors. www.jfsdesert.org. (760) 325-4088. “Café Europe 2.0”
– DISCUSSION is to provide a Friendly Visitor for socialization, not housework to reduce isolation and loneliness.
3. Case Management Services. Offer emergency financial services. THE ONLY SERVICE IN THE DESERT TO DO THIS.
– REPORT that they are a staff of roughly 22 folks.
– DISCUSSION that 95% of their clients are not Jewish and their youngest client is 5 years old.
– DISCUSSION that 85% of their therapy sessions are over Telecare Services.
– REPORT that isolation is as dangerous as smoking.
– (contact info: www.JFSDesert.org and (760) 325-4088).
Desert Lifestyle Properties Segment – August 26, 2025
Seg 3 – Desert Lifestyle Properties Segment
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DESERT LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES w/ Benjamin Leaskou re: 200 N. Sunrise Way, Ste.,”B”, Palm Springs, CA. 92262
– Df. of Leaskou King Team partnership. Ben manages Desert Lifestyle Properties. CFO is his husband, Dean Higgins w/ Pacific Premier Bank. JTE Escrow Is his Escrow Company. www.jteescrow.com.
– Desert Lifestyle Properties sells homes, land, vacant land, mansions, mobile homes, commercial, buildings, businesses.
– DISCUSSION that commercial is the easiest to sell, because there are NO EMOTIONS.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”.
1. What is the difference and benefit of renting vs buying. (Benefits of buying; 1. Build equity. 2. Appreciation. 3. Stability. 4. Freedom to Customize. 5. Tax advantages. 6. Sense of Permanence. Disadvantages of buying: 1. Upfront costs. 2. Maintenance Responsibility. 3. Property Taxes & Insurance. 4. Less Flexibility. 5. Market Risk.
Benefits of renting: 1. Flexibility. 2. Lower upfront costs. 3. No maintenance costs. 4. Predictable Expenses. 5. Access to Amenities. Disadvantages of renting:1. No equity. 2. Rent increases. 3. Limited control. 4. Less stability.
– (contact info; www.desertlifestyleproperties.com and (760) 799-4290 and (760) 818-7518)
Ben
Restaurant of the Week Segment – August 25, 2025
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 at 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.
– DISCUSSION w/ how to deal w/ all the crowds. Make a reservation.
– REPORT that the views are amazing. You can see for 50 miles. Can even see the Pacific Ocean from the Top of the Tram!!!
– 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 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 @ the 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.
– DISCUSSION to plan your Holiday Parties now.
– (contact info: www.pstramway.com and (760) 325-4537)
John
Crossroads To Care Segment – August 25, 2025
Seg 2 – Crossroads To Care Segment
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CROSSROADS TO CARE (housecalls are back) w/ Patricia Ryan, MSN, ANP-BC re; An adult nurse-practitioner who makes house calls. A concierge practitioner.
– DISCUSSION of what a “nurse practitioner” is;
– PATRICIA PROVIDES 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 Patricia can prescribe GENERIC BRANDS and save you MONEY!!!
– 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 get 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.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. Does honey bee venom cure breast cancer? (In studies, venom rapidly KILLED the breast cancer cells. Honey has been used forever, I.E. to treat wounds.)
2. Which side should you sleep on, right, left or on your back? (Best to sleep on your left side for circulation and digestion. On your back if you have asthma, or COPD.)
3. Is bottled water safe? Does it cause cancer? (The FDA regulates bottled water. Best to drink water in polyurethane or glass bottles.)
4.How long is strep contagious? (Worse if you don’t have your tonsils. All ages. You are contagious BEFORE you know you have it. About 2 to 5 days, BEFORE A DIAGNOSIS?)
– 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).
Patricia
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
