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cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – January 25, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Dr. Michael Roth re; Elizabeth Taylor’s private physician and the foremost immunologist during the Aids Epidemic.
– DISCUSSION of his career, travels, his many honors and accomplishments and the stars he’s worked with. Producer of the “Studio One Forever” documentary.
Elizabeth Taylor w/ Dr. Michael
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – January 25, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Dr. Michael Roth re; Elizabeth Taylor’s private physician and the foremost immunologist during the Aids Epidemic. Producer of the “Studio One Forever” documentary.
– DISCUSSION of his current life, his association w/ Dr. Anthony Fauci, his friends, activities, endeavors, future plans and joys.
Dr. Roth
Eisenhower Health Segment – January 24, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Eisenhower Health Segment
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EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Scott Strech RN, BSN, MBA, Chief Administrative Officer, Eisenhower Cardiovascular Institute. 39000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– REPORT that on any given day his institute @ EH touches over 1,000 patients. 18 departments in the Cardiovascular Institute.
– REPORT that Eisenhower Health has been recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital in the entire nation, by the Leapfrog Group. EH became the CV’s first teaching hospital.
– REPORT on Eisenhower being recognized as an Edwards Benchmark Observation Site.
– DISCUSSION of the recent groundbreaking of the 2nd phase of the Washington Family Center. This will house the new Cardiovascular Institute along with specialty clinics and more.
– DISCUSSION of the Renker Wellness Center was the 1st phase that now houses the 3rd largest intensive cardiac rehab program in the Country.
– REPORT on the planned 4 story construction plan that is in place. This will take about 2 years to complete. Added 60,000 visits a year to his clinic.
– REPORT that the 3rd phase will start in about a year. Will expand the in-patient cardiovascular pavillion in the Hospital.
– DISCUSSION of his 325 HEALTH CARE HEROES that are saving hearts every day @ Eisenhower Health.
– TAVR in minimally-invasive procedure to fix aortic valves from the inside-out.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.org and (760) 837-8601).
Scott
Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Segment and City of Palm Springs – January 24, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Segment and City of Palm Springs
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE P.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE w/ David Ready, former City Manager and Nona Watson, CEO for 14 years re: 190 W. Amado Rd., Palm Springs.
– REPORT on David’s consulting time in Palos Verdes after he retired from the City of Palm Springs.
– REPORT that David is running for the Palm Springs City Council from District 5.
– REPORT on his accomplishments when he was City Manager and his focus for his campaign going forward. His history of his accomplishments will make him the logical choice for the City Council.
– DISCUSSION of his dreams for District 5. i.e. Traffic signals, infra-structure issues, street resurfacing, crime issues, anything important for that district.
– DISCUSSION between David and Nona and their history. The periods of concern; lack of tourism, covid, etc.
– (contact info: www.pschamber.org and (760) 770-4066).
David and Nona
Palm Springs City Council Segment – January 24, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Palm Springs City Council Segment
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cont. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE P.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE w/ David Ready, former City Manager and Nona Watson, CEO for 14 years re: 190 W. Amado Rd., Palm Springs.
– REPORT on the Jan., 3 – Tina Turner Tribute.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. AP., 2, Police (Chief Mills) and Fire (Chief Alvarado) Appreciation Luncheon @ the P.S. Convention Center @ 11:30. Started when David was City Manager. Tix @ www.pschamber.org.
2. JAN., 31 – Chamber Mixer @ the new Surf Club @ 5 in their restaurant.
– REPORT on FREE “Rock the Park” @ 7-8:30 the third Wednesday of every month, Dec., thru May.
3. ROCK THE PARK SERIES. Thru May @ the Palm Springs Downtown Park. Feb., 7 Elvis Tribute. May 1 will be Bon Jovi. Nona works w/ James Elliot Entertainment to book the Tribute Bands.
– DISCUSSION that the Village Fest now wants a tribute band.
– REPORT that Susan Stein is getting the next Star on the Walk of the Stars on Jan., 30 @ the Downtown Park.
– REPORT on Lead$ Lunches every Tuesday. Locations on the website.
– REPORT on the three co-working spaces the Chamber provides.
– DISCUSSION of the possible new art piece she hopes to build.
– (contact info: www.pschamber.org and (760) 770-4066).
David and Nona
CV FIREBIRDS/SPORTS Segment – January 23, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – CV FIREBIRDS/SPORTS Segment
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C.V. FIREBIRDS w/ Gino LaMont. re: 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert, CA. 92211.
– DISCUSSION that the CV Firebirds in the AHL are an affiliate of the Seattle Kraken in the NHL. CV Firebirds develop the players for the Kraken.
– REPORT that the team is playing great. Amazing record for such a young team.
– REPORT on the Firebirds great record last year where they finished one goal out of winning the whole thing THEIR FIRST YEAR IN EXISTENCE in an overtime game. No other team HAS EVER done that in their first year.
– REPORT that 9 to 10,000 folks a game are watching hockey @ Acrisure.
– DISCUSSION that the players are from all over the world. Even a Yale graduate. Dress 18 a game. Girls league has started as well.
– DISCUSSION of how the ice is managed w/ other events @ Acrisure. How the venue is changed for concerts from hockey in a timely manner. i.e. The Eagles to the Firebirds. Now the crew can turn it over in 6 hours.
– REPORT on the Season Ticket Packages; Flex plans; groups; promo nights.
– REPORT on his live broadcast dates and details on CV5 or FOX 11, KESQ is the broadcast affiliate.
– GINO skated as a young man.
– REPORT on the various venues @ Acrisure.
– REPORT on the classes for learning to skate @ Acrisure Arena. Adult classes as well. All the things to buy/eat/experience.
– (contact info; www.cvfirebirds.com and (760) 835-8778.)
Gino
Palm Springs International Piano Competition Segment – January 23, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Palm Springs International Piano Competition Segment
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PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION w/ Robert Koenig. re: 1276 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., 210, Palm Springs, CA.
– DISCUSSION of his German name. It means “king”.
He grew up in Canada…the youngest of 7 kids. He began playing piano @ 5. He studied @ University of British Columbia and then @ Julliard.
– REPORT that he is now a Professor @ UC Santa Barbara.
– P.S.I.P.C. focus is about getting music back into the schools.
– HOLD THE DATES: APRIL 2025 will be the Junior Competition and they will begin accepting applications soon. There will be 25 contestants.
– JAN., 29 @ Club Morningside in R.M. @ 5 PM for the Annual Benefit. “Shining Stars in the Desert”.
– FEB., 29 @ 6 PM “An Evening w/ PSIPC & Friends.
– MAR., 36 @ 12 AM Jonathan Mamora in Concert.
– (contact info; www.vwipc.org)
Robert
Desert-Theatricals Segment – January 23, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
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 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. Entertainment Series FREE from the City of R.M.
2. Christmas Show is always FREE.
3. Youth Series is always FREE.
4. Broadway Series HOLD THE DATES; purchase tickets on-line or in person.
– March “Fiddler on the Roof”
– April “Damn Yankees”
– May “Oklahoma”
– REPORT on special events also.
– FEB., 3 Preservation Society of R.M. of the Pink Elephant restoration.
– FEB., 10 Britain’s Finest. Tribute to The Beatles.
– (contact info; www.desert-theatricals.com and (760) 324-4511).
Ray and Josh
Revolution Stage Company Segment – January 22, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Revolution Stage Company Segment
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REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY w/ Michael Alden, producing associate and Joe Croyle, cabaret star; Re: 611 S. Palm Cyn., Dr. in the Sun Center of P.S.
– REPORT on the mission statement of the Revolution Stage Company – to make Palm Springs a theater destination. “Join the Revolution”.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. Tonight: “MONDAY, MONDAY”. Premier, starring Joe Croyle and tells his musical journey about himself and his association w/ Mama Cass, etc. @ REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY. Show @ 7 PM. Tickets @ www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
– DISCUSSION that Joe auditioned for the Young Americans in Pittsburg and that’s how he began in show business in 1967.
– REPORT that he did 6 Ed Sullivan shows and can imitate Ed Sullivan.
– DISCUSSION that Joe was in the Young Americans beginning the year after they won an Academy Award.
– REPORT that he was in a lot of performing groups that backed up the likes of Buddy Hacket, Donald O’Conner, Ann-Margaret, etc.
– REPORT that Joe toured w/ Mama Cass starting in London.
– REPORT of how Joe was a back up singer turned dancer for Ann-Margaret.
2. Jan., 27 “Twelve O’Clock Tales w/ Ava Gardner”. A one-woman play.
3. Feb., “Witchland”. Interactive scary night in the theater.
4. Mar., “The Woman In The Mirror”.
5. Ap., “The Billie Holiday Show”.
– DISCUSSION of the great SOUND system.
– (contact info; www.revolutionstagecompany.com and (760) 318-4115).
Michael and Joe
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – January 22, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
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”.
– QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. Is there the 2nd largest COVID spike of Omicron since ’21-’22 coming? (Seems so. 10 weeks of a spike in hospitalizations. The WHO is worried about the NEXT pandemic, DISEASE X. The Omicron variant is not seasonal, is contagious and accounts for many deaths in the U.S.)
2. Is there a current outbreak of measles in the U.S., especially in a couple of airports? (Yes, but you can only get measles IF YOU ARE NOT VACCINATED. Parents have sent kids back to school and spread the disease.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
R.I.P. Bob Beckwith 09.21.1933 – 02.2024
R.I.P. Carl Weathers 1.14.48 – 2.1.24
R.I.P. Chita Rivera 1.23.33-1.30.24
R.I.P. Joyce Randolph 10.21.1924 – 1.13.2024
