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Hocker Productions Presents Segment – October 16, 2025
Seg 1 – Hocker Productions Presents Segment
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JEFF HOCKER PRODUCTIONS w/ Jeff Hocker re; A non-traditional public relations, marketing and event production full-service company. www.hockerproductions.com.
– DISCUSSION of his history of productions in the CV. And his history of producing VERY LARGE huge events in San Francisco and his organizational skills.
– REPORT on his “Healthy Desert, Healthy You” event @ the Westin in R. M., back in Sept. HE had 56 speakers this year. Meant to inspire youth to a career in environmental health.
– DISCUSSION of the impact EACH and EVERY single human can do to make a difference in the environment.
– DISCUSSION of his history w/ the Food and Wine. www.palmspringsfoodandwine.org.
– DISCUSSION on how he decides on his clients. AND surround yourself w/ the best people in each area.\
– HOLD THE DATES for Hocker Productions;
1. FREE EVENT: At the Arenas District, Fri., Oct., 31 Regular Halloween Event w/ DJ’s www.halloweenpalmsprings.com.
2. Sat., Nov., 1 “Leather, Fetish and Fantasy”
– REPORT on his 3rd guest, Robert Barnes and the connection w/ Melvyn’s and the Ingleside Inn. Great food.
– (contact info; www.hockerproductions.com.)
Jeff
cont. Hocker Productions Presents Segment – October 16, 2025
Seg 2 – cont. Hocker Productions Presents Segment
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JEFF HOCKER PRODUCTIONS w/ Kellee Mc Quinn re; Award winning DJ and P.S. icon, MODGIRL is a music and dancing machine.www.djmodgirl.com.
– DISCUSSION of her energy, style and talent.
– DISCUSSION of her childhood and connection to music.
– REPORT on her acting career (playing Peter Pan) and children’s programs that became a successful International show and TV shows.
– REPORT on how she became a DJ. Her love of diverse musical styles. How she brings that style to each event she does.
Jeff; DISCUSSION of her projects she’s doing now.
– REPORT that ModGirl just turned 4. Her work all over the country. Her video projects as well.
Jeff – REPORT that Kellee will be at Halloween Palm Springs.
1. FREE EVENT; At the Arenas District Fri., Oct., 31 Regular Halloween Event w/ lots of DJ’s. Costume contest etc., www.halloweenpalmsprings.com.
2. Sat., Nov., 1 “Leather, Fetish and Fantasy”
Kellee
cont. Hocker Productions Presents Segment – October 16, 2025
Seg 3 – cont. Hocker Productions Presents Segment
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INGLESIDE ESTATE, AVALON PALM SPRINGS and the legendary MELVYNS w/ Robert Barnes. Area General Manager for Ingleside Estate and Avalon Palm Springs.
– DISCUSSION of Avalon Palm Springs; a hotel that’s close to downtown, w/ 72 rooms, a lot of bungalows, all in a beautiful setting.
– DISCUSSION of Ingleside Estate (built in 1922) is similar, but smaller, ADULTS only, 30 rooms.
– DISCUSSION that Melvyn’s is in the Ingleside Inn. Celebrating 50 years this year. All the awards Melvyn’s has won.
– REPORT that there is a partnership w/ the Food and Wine Festival that will run from Oct.,13 – Nov.,14. “Dining Through the Decades” and each week will feature the menu items from a certain decade of Melvyn’s history. Starting w/ 1975 on.
– DISCUSSION of the ALL great menu items.
– HOLD THE DATE;
1. Sat., Nov., 15 the official 50th anniversary party on the Ingleside Lawn. Band, open bar, $75. Come in 50’s or “rat pack” attire.
– REPORT on the longevity of staff.
– REPORT that Ingleside is open 24/7. Melvyn’s is open 5 – 9 PM Sunday thru Thursday and the dining room is open from 5 – 10 PM Friday and Saturday, but the bar will stay open until 12 midnight on Friday and Saturday.
– (contact info: www.inglesideestate.com tab for Melvyn’s.)
Robert
DA Computers Segment – October 15, 2025
Seg 1 – DA Computers Segment
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DA COMPUTERS w/ Dan Algazi, re; 915 Crossley Rd. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT that they are open from 9 AM to 7 PM Monday thru Saturday and Sundays 12 Noon to 5 PM. WALK IN’s taken.
– DISCUSSION of the changes that tech has brought to our young people.
– DISCUSSION that he does not have problems he cannot solve.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. How often do I need to clear the trash on my computer. (Really no need. Only if you need space. Just keep 10% free on your hard drive. Even once every couple of years.)
2. AT ‘T says it won’t do video back up anymore? (Just like dial up service is no longer needed.)
– REPORT that you should read the emails you will see that it’s a scam BECAUSE IT DOES NOT MAKE SENSE.
– Report that if you open the email you may enable the sender to access your information, etc.
3. How often should you have a phone checked? (Wait until something ISN’T WORKING)
– REPORT that WALKING IN to the store is great and they’ll take a good look @ things for you.
– DISCUSSION that you can bring things in, if you can, or he will work w/ you over the phone and he will also come to you.
– REMINDER not to let anyone IN TO YOUR COMPUTER if you don’t know them.
– RECOMMENDATIONS that they will do a diagnostic exam of your computer FIRST. On a case-by-case basis.
– REPORT that over time computers make their own updates and changes.
– (contact info www.darepair.com and (760) 864-0099).
Dan
“Legal Eagle” Segment – October 15, 2025
Seg 2 – “Legal Eagle” Segment
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LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT L. FIRTH w/ Robert Firth re: 68910 Adelina Road, Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– QUESTIONS from Joey Pals.
1. What does “charged as an adult” mean? (Under 18 and you’re in the juvenile system. Less rights than as an adult. Conducted in Judges’ chambers. Objective is to re-habilitate. The Prosecutor decides if you can be charged as an adult. Some differences occur @ 16 and 17. Under 16, you CANNOT be tried as an adult)
2. What’s the Supremacy Claus? (Pre-emption doctrine. Article 6, Clause #2 of the Constitution. Establishes that the Constitution, federal laws made in accordance w/ it, and treaties are the supreme Law of the Land. When a state law conflicts with federal law or a treaty, federal law or treaty takes precedence.)
– FOCUS OF ROBERT’S PRACTICE.
1. Personal bankruptcy. There are lots of chapters in personal bankruptcies. Either Chapter 7 where you get all your debts discharged as long as you get rid of all the secured items. Mortgages also. You CANNOT discharge student loans, judgements against you from a DUI, or a tort, or your last 3 years of income taxes. Or Chapter #13 where if you make more than the median income in CA ($70,000/yr for a single person) you MUST do a 13. Chapter 13 has a payment plan.
2. BK will be on your FICA for 10 years.
– REPORT that when you file a Chapter 7 Robert can get you a 700-credit score in a year if you do what he says.
– (contact info: www.firthlaw.com and (760) 309-7669).
Robert
cont. “Legal Eagle” Segment – October 15, 2025
Seg 3 – cont. “Legal Eagle” Segment
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Cont. LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT L. FIRTH w/ Robert Firth re: 68910 Adelina Road, Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– Cont. QUESTIONS from Joey Pals.
3. How do some defendants afford such expensive defense lawyers? (The Constitution provides for adequate defense of any defendant and when the State wants to be certain of a conviction and no successful appeal, the state underwrites the best defense lawyer possible. Prosecutors don’t bring cases UNLESS they have an air-tight case.)
– DISCUSSION of some of the problems AI has caused in legal issues. CREATED CASES, ETC.
4. Is driving under the influence of marijuana getting worse? (Yes, depends on the strength. Has gotten so much stronger. Drivers may be more impaired by marijuana than alcohol. In Texas you use to be able to drive w/ an open container.)
– REPORT that if you go to Robert’s website there is a great webinar on living trusts!!!!
– FOCUS OF ROBERT’S PRACTICE.
1. Personal bankruptcy. There are lots of chapters in personal bankruptcies. Chapter 7 where you get all your debts discharged as long as you get rid of all the secured items. Mortgages also. You CANNOT discharge student loans, judgements against you from a DUI, or a tort, or last 3 years of income taxes. Or Chapter 13 where if you make more than the median income in CA ($70,000/yr for a single person) you MUST do a 13. Chapter 13 has a payment plan.
2. BK will be on your FICA for 10 years.
REPORT that when you file Chapter 7 Robert can get you a 700-credit score in a year if you do what he says.
-(contact info: www.firthlaw.com and (760) 309-7669).
Robert
Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – October 14, 2025
Seg 1 – Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment
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BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. HIS NEW OFFICES; 75-410 Gerald Ford Dr., Ste., 102, Palm Dessert. 92211.
– REPORT that Medicare is a federal program.
– QUESTIONS FROM JOEY PALS.
1. What can you tell us about the Affordable Care Act? (Also called Covered CA., He hopes the subsidy will be renewed. Not his real area of expertise.)
2. What part will AI play in healthcare? (AI is just a tool.)
– REPORT that Medicaid is particular to individual states. He wants his team to be up to date with all plans.
– REPORT that the annual election period is Oct., 15 to Dec., 7. Challenge is there are plans that are terminating. You’ll get notices in the mail if yours is being canceled. Plans are being changed left and right. REVIEW YOUR PLANS.
– 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 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.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that now there is a PERSON JUST TO RESPOND TO CALLS. (760) 848-7171.
– (contact info; www.bilhartzinsurance.com and (760) 848-7171).
Brian in his Halloween Jacket!!!
Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment – October 14, 2025
Seg 2 – 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 10.13 – Navy Birthday
– REPORT on 10.11 – March AFB – “Guitars & Cars”
– REPORT on his 10 days in Korea for the 73rd Anniversary of Korean Veterans Association w/ S. Korea.
– 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 – October 14, 2025
Seg 3 – 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
Restaurant of the Week Segment – October 13, 2025
Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Todd Flood re: “Maracas Mexican Cantina & Grill” 155 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S. and “J.T.’s Diner” 37011 Cook St., Palm Desert.
– REPORT @ MARACAS RESTAURANT.
– DISCUSSION of the new menu he might be tweaking a bit.
– DISCUSSION of all the vegetarian things he offers. More “summer”-type offerings.
– DISCUSSION of new drinks the “flight” of the margaritas and the non-alcoholic drinks.
– DISCUSSION of how the new items come about…the whole family participates.
– REPORT that “Maracas” is open 7 days a week w/ great parking behind the restaurant. 11 AM to 9 PM on weekdays and until 10 PM on weekends.
– REPORT on J.T.’s DINER.
– REPORT on “J.T’s” on Cook Street is open 7 days a week for JUST BREAKFAST, LUNCH from 8 AM to 2 PM.
– DISCUSSION of the proposed “specials” he’s planning. He’s offering beignets now.
– REPORT on the new soups on the menus.
– (contact info: www.maracas-restaurant.com and www.jtsdinerpalmdesert.com (760) 322-9654 and (760) 674-7600.)
Todd
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