JoeyWP
Revolution Stage Company Segment – August 15, 2025
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 – August 14, 2025
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Marty Wiviott re; Army Veteran, Incredible Theater Manager, Producer, Hall of Fame Inductee.
– DISCUSSION of his childhood, family, environment, and education.
young Marty
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – August 14, 2025
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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Cont. JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Marty Wiviott re; Army Veteran, Incredible Theater Manager, Producer, Hall of Fame Inductee.
– DISCUSSION of his career, travels, stars he worked with and his many honors and accomplishments.
Marty w/ two of the many stars
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – August 14, 2025
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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Cont. JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Marty Wiviott re; Army Veteran, Incredible Theater Manager, Producer, Hall of Fame Inductee.
– DISCUSSION of his current life, friends, activities, endeavors, memories, and joys.
Joey and Marty
Senior Moment Segment – August 13, 2025
Seg 1 – Senior Moment Segment
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DEMENTIA HELP CENTER w/ Kae Hammond, re: 75-280 Hwy 111 Suite 101, Indian Wells 92210.
– MISSION STATEMENT; Dementia Help Center is the rescue plan for family caregivers. Offer individual and family coaching, personalized planning, care management and placement when the time comes. Fear cripples, but knowledge empowers. Strive to educate, inform and manage the disease and then to thrive.
– REPORT that 64% of family members who care for Dementia/Alzheimer’s patients will develop CHRONIC ILLNESSES of their own and frequently DIE before the patient they are caring for. NOW there is NO CONVERSATION as opposed to other illnesses where the patient can still talk and understand.
– DISCUSSION that as we all live longer more of a chance to develop D. or A. Be CERTAIN to get a complete diagnosis.
– MENTION of Kay’s Book “Pathways – A Guidebook for Dementia & Alzheimer’s Famioly Caregivers”. Available on the website.
– 10 TIPS FOR ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA FAMILY CAREGIVERS.
1. Recognize & accept that things are now different.
2. Control your tone of voice & manage your patience levels.
3. Be careful about “crowds”.
4. Provide family members & friends an update, in advance.
5. Ask everyone to introduce themselves.
6. Honor their comfort zone.
7. Accompany your loved one into the public restroom.
8. Stick to their routine as much as possible.
9. Take advantage of available perks when traveling by air.
10. Introduce a new “tradition”.
– REPORT on their DHC’s bi-monthly “THRIVE” support group for ALL LEVELS IS BACK. Open to clients, family, caregivers. They also have a ZOOM meeting. Call for the link. FREE CONSULTATIONS. Indian Wells group meets 1st and 3rd Wed., of each month. La Quinta group meets 2nd and 4th Wed., in Old Town. of each month.
– (contact info: www.dementiahelpcenter.com and (760) 636-6355).
Kae and her puppy
Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment – August 13, 2025
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment
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PALM SPRINGS SYMPHONY/PLAZA THEATRE w/ Marilyn Benachowski and Maestro Tom Hartley (conductor) founders along w/ Roger Benachowski. A 501C3 organization. Symphony in residence @ the Plaza Theater.
– REPORT on their mission statement; Our mission is to provide a professional orchestral group to enhance and enrich the cultural life of Palm Springs and the greater C.V. To offer concerts, recitals and special events with programs of musical and artistic excellence that entertain educate and engage the audience. We are also dedicated to giving free concerts to children where they can experience a live symphony orchestra.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. REPORT on Wed., July 30; 6:30 PM “An Evening of Music & Waves” preview of the inaugural season @ the P.S. Surf Club. Tix. on Eventbrite. AMAZING!!!!
2. Sun., Dec., 7, ‘2025 “Sleigh Ride & Symphony: A Joyful Christmas Concert” @ Plaza Theatre
3. Tues., Feb., 17, 2026 “From Mozart to Modern: A Symphony Across Time” @ Plaza Theatre
4. Tues., Mar., 31, 2026; “An Evening of Elegance: Elizabeth Pitcairin & the Red Violin” @ Plaza Theatre
5. Sat., May 9, 2026; “May Musical Mischief: A Symphony of Surprises” for Mom @ Plaza Theatre
6. Sat., July 4, 2026; “Liberty & Legacy: Celebrating 250 Years of America” @ Plaza Theatre
– DISCUSSION of how to support, donate, purchase tickets etc.,
– (contact info; www.palmsprings-symphony.org and (760) 773-2575)
Roger, Marilyn and Tom
“Life After Cancer” w/ Shay’s Warriors – August 13, 2025
Seg 3 – “Life After Cancer” w/ Shay’s Warriors
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SHAY’S WARRIORS “LIFE AFTER CANCER” w/ Shay Moraga re: 42-215 Washington St., Ste. A389, Palm Desert, CA. 92211.
– MISSION STATEMET: Because living life after cancer is tough. To inspire, inform, empower and help heal cancer survivors and their families through health, fitness and mind-body connection.
– REPORT that Shay started this organization in 2017.
– DISCUSSION of how life changes after cancer.
– REPORT that now she has a “Yo Bro” I AM BRAVE TOO group. Meets every 6 to 8 weeks.
– SAVE THE DATES:
1. Aug., 16 – “Coffee & Connections” @ Varraco Coffee (73891 Hwy., 111, Palm Desert) or Virtual….have now served over 600 cups of coffee since this group started. Now brewing their own beans.
2. Aug., 18 – “Move2Heal” (In Person) small group. Eisenhower Lucy Curci Cancer Center; 9 – 10 AM
3. Oct., 16 – Bosoms & Brews Fest for Breast Cancer Awareness. La Quinta Brewing Company. 5 – 9 PM.
4. Nov.,1 – Cabazon Outlets’ Annual Shopping Extravaganza starting @ 9 AM; 30 – 70% off.
– (contact info: www.shayswarriors.org and (760) 895-1705).
Shay
Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment – August 12, 2025
Seg 1 – Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment
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AMERICAN LEGION/NAVY LEAGUE/HELPING HEROES USA w/ Amado Salinas. Appointed President of the Greater Palm Springs Navy League. The American Legion National Legislative Council for the Dept., of CA.; National Constitution & By-laws Committee for the American Legion; Dept., of CA. Vice Chair of Foreign Relations & National Security, Area 5 District 21 Executive Board member; Life member of American Legion Current Post 519 Parliamentarian @ 400 N. Belardo, Palm Springs, CA. 92262, and Life Member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. Parliamentarian SoCal for the Hispanic American Police Officers Command Association and Tony de Maio, the CEO and President, started/founded “Helping Heroes USA.
– REPORT that Tony de Maio, the CEO and President, started/founded “Helping Heroes USA” and providing this time for us to talk about all these issues.
– MISSION STATEMENT of HELPING HEROES USA IS A COMMUNITY-BASED SOLUTION IN PREVENTING SUICIDE BY EMPOWERING INDIVIDIUALS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY. Taking a proactive stance to address the epidemic. Education and community involvement are crucial. Having people on the ground to provide support too.
– REPORT on the Space Force mission; guardians to protect space; dark web. Think of all our satellite communications that are in Space.
– REPORT that Space Force requires such high clearances.
– REPORT that the Navy League is celebrating for all the Korean Vets that served 1950-53. Amado met w/ the consul from N. Korea.
1. Coming up on their anniversary of creating a democracy.
2. Aug., 15 – Amado is the honored speaker in Huntington Beach for the Korean Association of Veterans. They will all get the Korean Medal of Freedom. N. Korea is a Republic. They are very patriotic. Information is up on the Navy League website.
3. American Legion 519 is also celebrating this event. If you know someone, living or dead, for the Ambassador of Freedom medal, let Amado know @ the American Legion 519.
– DISCUSSION of what he thinks about lowing the “legal” age to 14 or 15 or so? (Amado says “criminal act” vs. constitution definition of what an adult is. i.e. Bullrushing that kids do and don’t get charged as adults etc.,
– REPORT “Helping Heroes USA” supplies funds, marketing, consulting, and organizational tools @ no charge to the organizations.
– (contact info; www.helpingheroesusa.org and www.usnavygps.org and www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)
Amado
Charity Segment – August 12, 2025
Seg 2 – Charity Segment
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CO-LINQ FOUNDATION w/ Jonathan Brier
– MISSION is to create innovative, communal and intentional living spaces that empower people to find purpose, belonging and opportunity to thrive together”.
– REPORT that they want to connect people and resources to build vibrant communities where “connection” reduces loneliness and inspires a strong commitment to support one another.
– DISCUSSION of communal living; multi-generational, multi-economics and multi-loneliness.
– REPORT on how this works in today’s society.
– REPORT that biggest issue is one of PRIVACY.
– REPORT on the balance of independence they desire.
– REPORT that all legal work will be done in advance by them.
– REPORT on “intentional living”. “Choosing to live in alignment w/ common values that prioritize relationship, well-being over isolationism and consumerism.”
– DISCUSSION of how this Charity came to be. Dr. Julie is his partner in this. Wanted to serve the aging population who might be lonely in some way or another. “The Pandemic of Loneliness”. Get back to the concept of a “village”.
– DISCUSSION of the focus is on all segments of the community. Almost like a “roommate” service.
– REPORT that all this communication will be based on an “on-line” platform w/ the latest technology to find people. i.e. there’s a group of families that all have autistic children.
– DISCUSSION of what the DIFFERENT living arrangements that can be. They have 5 different models that they are considering.
– REPORT on how the “groups” are decided. By the people who want to live together.
– REPORT that this will all be guided legally, w/ rules about living, leaving, etc.,
– DISCUSSION that the Foundation/501 C3 will help w/ fundraising. Response has been great on so many levels.
– (contact info; www.co-linq.org or Jonathan’s cell @ (760) 422-9500)
Jonathan
Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – August 12, 2025
Seg 3 – Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment
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BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. 41865 Boardwalk; Ste., 108, Palm Dessert. 92211.
– DISCUSSION of his family. AMEN.
– REPORT that he is a Medicare Specialist and has been for 18 years.
– REPORT that Medicare is a federal program.
– QUESTIONS FROM JOEY PALS.
1. What should/could/can I do about the repeated calls and questions about my Medicare ON TV? (Brian does NOT EVER ANSWER A NUMBER HE DOESN’T RECOGNIZE. Folks leave messages and then he calls back. MEDICARE WILL NEVER CALL YOU. The callers try to “get around the law” by saying “Do you Have Medicare, NOT I’m calling from Medicare.)
– ADMONISHMENT to work w/ a LOCAL AGENT NOT some outsourced person.
– REPORT that Medicaid is particular to individual states.
– REPORT that he belongs to the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals. (NABIP)
– DISCUSSION of the changes to MEDICARE PART D – the most utilized component of your Medicare because you take your medications EVERY DAY.
– REPORT on Medicare Part D. For drugs. Most Medicare Advantage Plans have this. Medicare is going to put a cap in 2025 on the out-of-pocket maximum of $2000. for Part D. GREAT.
– DISCUSSION of the insurance problems in California, due to the actions of the Insurance Commissioner.
Possible limit of $2,000. for out-of-pocket costs. Affects the formulary going forward. 33% of personal costs will go up to 50% next year.
– REPORT on Medicare Part D. For drugs. Most Medicare Advantage Plans have this. Medicare is going to put a cap in 2025 on the out-of-pocket maximum of $2000. for Part D. GREAT.
REPORT on Change to Medicare Part D, which is your prescription drugs. You can get this one of 2 ways;
a. GOOD NEWS; Putting an “out of pocket” maximum on Part D. $2,000. Max. This will automatically change, established by CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services).
b. Part of Medicare Advantage.
– REPORT that all costs WILL INCREASE for most other folks. Watch the changes in drug costs, deductibles and co-payments.
– REPORT that is BAD NEWS is that there will be shrinking Formularies. (the list of medications that Medicare covers)
– REPORT that Brian will serve his clients in their home, in his office, on the phone. REMEMBER HE WILL COME TO YOUR HOME. He has all the special classification to do all of this. The rules are different in other states.
– (contact info; www.bilhartzinsurance.com and (760) 459-9617).
Brian
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
