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DAP Health/Revivals Segment – September 24, 2025
Seg 1 – DAP Health/Revivals Segment
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DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS STORES w/ Dane Koch re: Chief of Retail Logistics and Volunteer Services @ DAPHealth and Revivals.
– REPORT on his staff; Michael McCartney and so many other.
– REPORT that 70% of Revivals items are “previously loved” and 30% are brand new.
– DISCUSSION of the “thrill of the hunt” while shopping. The great support from the community.
– REPORT that the biggest business is AS A CLOTHING STORE.
– REPORT that there are 270 volunteers who average over 7000 hours a month. In Season they average over 9000 hours a month.
– 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. Revivals is priced perfectly.
– DISCUSSION of all the merchandise; i.e. new furniture, art work, etc.
– (contact info: www.DAPHealth.org and www.revivalsstores.com).
Dane
Palm Springs Pride Segment September 24, 2025
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Pride Segment
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GREATER PALM SPRINGS PRIDE w/ Jasmine Sullivan-Waits re: Ex. Director of Palm Springs Pride.
– P.S. PRIDE 2025;
Nov., 6 – Arenas District 5 – 10 PM.
Nov., 7 – Arenas District Block Party 6 – 11 PM
Nov., 8 – Festival Marketplace and Entertainment 11 AM – 11:30 PM
Nov., 9 – Parade 10 AM Palm Cyn., Dr. to Amado
– REPORT on Dan Gore’s stage @ Oscar’s.
– DISCUSSION of her work for the City of Palm Springs for 20 years. Jasmine sends us the scripts for when I commentate the Veterans and Festival of Lights Parades.
– REPORT on who will be the Grand Marshall of the Pride Parade this year. The honorees have been picked.
– REPORT that you can still enter the Parade. Jasmine brings her 3 children.
– DISCUSSION of the different awards; folks who will ride in the Parade.
– REPORT that parade will go from North to South. Ends @ Amado. There will be Festivals going on before and after the Parade.
– (contact info: www.pspride.org).
Jasmine
Eisenhower Health Segment – September 24, 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 Dr. Kourosh A. P. Moshiri, MD., MHA, FACP, AGSF, CMD, HMDC, FACCWS, Director, Geriatric Service Line, @ Eisenhower Health.
– REPORT that EH was recently recognized as an “Age-Friendly Health System” – Committed to Care Excellence.
– EXPLANATION of what this designation means to EH.
– REPORT on the 4 M’s; Matters (what matters most to each patient), Medication (what medicines are you taking), Mentation (your mental faculties), and Mobility (movement).
– DISCUSSION of what his duties are as director of the Geriatric Service Line at Eisenhower Health.
– REPORT that this is a relatively new concept. 2022 we had 57 million folks over 65. By 2050 we will have 82 million folks over 65. This population has very different medical needs, w/ different costs.
– DISCUSSION that EH is the FIRST HOSPITAL in the CV to get this designation.
– EH met the highest level of care for these patients to win this award.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.com and (760) 340-3911).
Dr. Moshiri and Lee
Palm Desert Segment – September 23, 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 In The Park – Every Thursday @ Civic Center Park.
Thurs., Oct., 2 “Pulp Vixen”
Thurs., Oct., 9 “Beach Street A Go-Go”
Thurs., Oct., 16 “Fortunate Son (CCR)
Thurs., Oct., 23 – The Silverados (Country)
Thurs., Oct., 30 – Britain’s Finest (The Beatles)
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 – September 23, 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
– HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY KRAIG.
– Sept., 22 – 24; Happy Rosh Hashanah “means Head of the Year.”
– MISSION STATEMENT: A non-sectarian provider of Community Services. “Tukkun olam” to heal the world.
– DISCUSSION of how they can help the community; 95% of their clients are NOT Jewish.
YEAR ROUND SERVICES;
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 – September 23, 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 – September 22, 2025
Seg 1 – “Restaurant of the Week” Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Kim Guzman re: General Manager @ “Manhattan in the Desert” 2665 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264.
– REPORT that Kim has been @ Manhattan 20 years.
– REPORT on the renovations @ Manhattan In The Desert. New owners, new bar (bar bites, sports scene bar) w/ great Happy Hour w/ drinks and food, 5 TV’s.
– REPORT that the bakery is STILL there, good as ever.
– REPORT that the restaurant was there 21 years on Sept., 15, ’25.
– DISCUSSION of the menu for Summer. $17.99
1.Roasted breast of turkey.
2.Homemade Meatloaf
3.Fish and Chips
4. Salmon Fillet (6 oz)
5.Grilled Hamburger Steak
6.Spaghetti w/ Meat sauce
7.Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
8.Fettuccine Alfredo (vegetarian)
9.Spaghetti w/ Marinara (vegetarian)
– Add soup or salad for $2.99
– REPORT on Options for folks who do NOT drink during Happy Hour; 2 – 6 PM; BUT started June 1, Happy Hour; open to close Mon., – Fri. IF YOU ARE SEATED IN THE BAR. $5. Wine, $15. Charcuterie Platter.
– REPORT on the Banquet Room for groups.
– (contact info: www.manhattaninthedesert.com and (760) 567-0126)
Kim
Crossroads To Care Segment – September 22, 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.
– DEFINITION 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.
– 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. Don’t have to deal w/ 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. How do I get RX’s from my doctor now? (They are done electronically because doctors had such bad penmanship that medical mistakes were made. IT WAS ACTUALLY DANGEROUS.)
2. Does climate change have any impact on health? (Yes, several studies talk about this.)
3. What about back problems, Patricia never talks about them? (So common. Especially the Lower back, L4 AND l5. Lots of arthritis and spinal stenosis too. Caused by straining, high heels, etc.,).
4. I don’t exercise, will that cause me to have bad health? (Maybe, depends on your overall health, age and weight, etc. Secret is to MOVE).
5. What is NCD? (Has 2 meanings. 1. Non- communicable disease. 2. No Claims Discount/National Coverage Determination.).
– 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 many of her patients are seniors.
– (contact info: www.crossroadstocare.org and (760) 668-1654).
Patricia
The Bent Theater Segment – September 22, 2025
Seg 3 – The Bent Theater Segment
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THE BENT. w/ Terry Ray, Co-Founder, Mgr., Dir. and Brian Newkirk, actor re: 68618 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., #203. Cathedral City, 92234
– REPORT that THE BENT is a non-profit theater serving the Palm Springs and Coachella Valley LGBTQ+ Community since Dec., 13, 2022.
– REPORT to subscribe NOW for Season 4 HOLD THE DATES;.
– Oct., 17 – Nov., 2; “The Inheritance – Part 2”. Won the Tony.
– Dec., 5 – 21; “Dog Sees God”
– Dec., 9 – 14; “Skippy & Bitsy’s All Star Christmas TV Extravaganza
– Feb., 12 – 28, ’26; “In the Wake”
– May 8 – 24, ’26; “A Man of No Importance”
– REPORT that all shows are performed @ the Palm Springs Cultural Center on Baristo Road.
– (contact info: www.thebent.org).
Terry and Brian
Joey’s Daily Datebook – September 22 – 26, 2025
Joey English Daily Datebook
Presented by Desert Lifestyle Properties.
www.desertlifestyleproperties.com and (760) 818-7518
“Desert Lifestyle, Redefined”
FRIDAY: Sept., 26, 2025. National Pancake Day.
1. WHO; DESERT LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES Ben Leaskou wants you to know;
WHAT; Schedule of open houses for the weekend
WHEN; ON-LINE.
WHERE: Details on-line
WEB; www.desertlifestyleproperties.com.
2. WHO; FANTASY SPRINGS
WHAT; Iconic Rock Group “Foreigner”.
WHEN; SAT., SEPT., 27; 8 PM
WHERE: Special Events Center.
WEB; www.fantasyspringsresort.com
3. WHO; CREATIVE ARTS TEMPLE W/ RABBI JERRY CUTLER.
WHAT; CAT FNL (Creative Arts Temple/Friday Night Live) Streaming brief Shabbat Services w/ The Cutlers.
WHEN; FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT @ 5 PM.
WHERE; Facebook & YouTube & live.
WEB; www.creativeartstemple.org.
THURSDAY: Sept., 25, 2025. National Lobster Day.
1. WHO; THE PALM CANYON THEATRE
WHAT; Roald Dahl’s “Charlie & The Chocolate Factory”
WHEN; Oct., 3 – 12, 2025
WHERE: 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs
WEB; www.palmcanyontheatre.org.
2. WHO; CV REP;S Artistic Director Adam Karsten wants you to know about;
WHAT; “Actors Acting” class w/ Howard Shangraw
WHEN; NOW THRU DEC., 1!!!
WHERE; 68510 e. Palm Cayn., Dr., Cathedral City
WEB; www.cvrep.org.
3. WHO; ACRISURE ARENA
WHAT; The Who, “The Song is Over”, N. American Farewell Tour.
WHEN; WED., OCT., 1, 7:30 PM.
WHERE: Acrisure Arena
WEB; www.acrisurearena.com.
WEDNESDAY: Sept., 24, 2025. National Cherries Jubilee Day.
1.WHO; DAP HEALTH/PRES. DAVID BRINKMAN wants you to know;
WHAT; Please support their mission thru one of their donor programs.
WHEN; NOW
WHERE: On-line.
WEB; www.daphealth.org.
2. WHO; REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY’S Gary Powers wants you to know;
WHAT: “Point Loma”
WHEN; OCT., 2 – 11, 2025
WHERE; 611 S. Palm Cyn. In the Sun Shopping Center.
WEB; www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
3. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS Chairman Milanovich wants you to know.
WHAT; Celebrating “Meat Loaf”
WHEN; FRI., SEPT., 26.
WHERE; THE SHOW in Rancho Mirage.
WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com.
TUESDAY: Sept., 23, 2025 National Baker Day.
1. WHO; MC CALLUM THEATRE.
WHAT; An evening w/ Bradford Marsalis
WHEN; OCT., 7
WHERE; 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA.
WEB; www.mccallumtheatre.com.
2. WHO; OSCAR’S PALM SPRINGS.
WHAT; BUNKER; A Gay Man’s Area
WHEN; SAT., NIGHTS 9 – 2 PM
WHERE; 125. E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way. #108. Palm Springs. Inside or outside, depending on heat.
WEB; www.oscarspalmsprings.com.
3. WHO; DESERT-THEATRICALS Josh and Ray, want you to know.
WHAT; Dinner Theatre Under the Stars. “THE ADDAMS FAMILY” w/ food by Wally’s.
WHEN; OCT., 24 – 26; DINNER AND THE THEATER
WHERE; 71560 San Jacinto Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA.
WEB; www.desert-theatricals.com.
MONDAY: Sept., 22, 2025 National Girl’s Night Day.
1. WHO; PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER.
WHAT; Certified Farmer’s Market
WHEN; RETURNS SEPT., 20; AM
WHERE; The P.S. Cultural Center on Baristo, in P.S.
WEB; www.psculturalcenter.org.
2. WHO; THE ROOST
WHAT; The Roost Review, hosted by Jason Mannino w/ Francesca Amari.
WHEN; WED., SEPT., 24
WHERE; 68718 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City.
WEB; www.theroostcc.com
3. WHO; PALM SPRINGS SWIM CENTER
WHAT; Expanding its hours.
WHEN; AS OF SEPT., 22, SUN; 7 AM-3PM; FRI., SAT., 6AM-3PM; MON-THURS., 6AM-7PM.
WHERE; 405 s. Pavillion Way, Palm Springs
WEB; www.palmspringsca.gov
For further reference to the JEdD, visit my website www.joeyenglish.com.
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
