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May

Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – May 8, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 3 – 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”.
– REPORT that this is the 166th week of D.O.H.C.’s reporting since the start of the Pandemic.
– REPORT on his SRO appearance @ Steve Kanold’s ACT FREE Travel Club of the Desert. Wed., May 3 
@ the Best Western, Palm Desert Resort, 74-695 Hwy., 111 from 1 – 3 PM. Dr. Brian’s talked about “How to Stay Healthy on your Travels” and he took questions.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS” in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. Is there a urine test to detect cancer? (Actually, it’s a blood test that can detect 50 types of cancers. Called liquid biopsies. Genetic predictors of risk. If there is blood in the urine, an indication of several cancers. Urine tests not accurate enough yet.)
– DISCUSSION – Out of Denmark, ear buds that perform micro EEG while you sleep and can detect Alzheimers and Parkinsons much earlier. New drug that will slow the progression of Alzheimers. NOT CURE it, but controversial and very expensive. 75% of all world-wide cases of Alzheimers are NEVER diagnosed.
2. Are there signs that someone is going to die soon? (Yes, changes in appetite, breathing and sleeping habits. D.O.H.C. has a great Family Hospice Care. Also, changes in your hand, foot, leg colors and temperatures.).
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian

Desert Water Agency Segment – May 5, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment

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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Xochitl Pena re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION of the impact of the heat we are getting ready for on our grass and the increased water use we will experience. TIME TO CHECK YOUR SPRINKLERS.
– DISCUSSION of how the Board of Directors is easing back on the restrictions. We went from level 2 to level 1.
– REPORT that you should water either earlier or later in the day so that there is less evaporation.
– REPORT on your list of things to watch for;
1. Look for water running either on your property or down the street.
2. If you see moss developing anywhere that could mean there’s a water leak close by.
3. If you see low flow in any of your sprinkler heads that could mean there’s a clog somewhere.
– REPORT that DWA also offers incentives for smart controllers, water efficient nozzles and washing machines. Info @ www.dwa.org/save.
– REPORT that to report any water waste go to www.dwa.org/report.
– REPORT that DWA will come help you inspect your system.
– REPORT on new water sprinkler timers. $150. Credit toward the device and up to $100. credit to install.
– REMINDER to leave your sprinklers off for 48 hours after a rain fall.
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)

Xochitl

Florist Segment – May 5, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 2 – Florist Segment

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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Victoria Kirk and Kayla Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT on the structure of the store/business. Kayla is the artistic one, her Mom Victoria does the business and her sister Dakota helps out also.
– DISCUSSION of Flower of the Month; Lily of the Valley and the Hawthorne Tree.
– REPORT on the Mother’s Day “Joey Pal” special of 10% off any Mother’s Day order if you order before Mother’s Day.
– DISCUSSION of the arrangement they brought today and that it only took Kayla 5 minutes for her to make.
– REPORT on white hydrangeas.
– DISCUSSION of how to keep flower fresh i.e. w/ an alum powder and change the water daily. Use COLD water.
– REPORT that they do FDT, International order etc., EVERYTHING.
– REPORT that they offer subscriptions to deliver either to homes, offices, or sweethearts. Either monthly, bi-monthly, weekly, etc.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)

Victoria, Dakota and Kayla

cont. “Legal Eagle” Segment – May 5, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. “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.Who is libel when a passenger dies because a plane’s defibrillator doesn’t work? (Could be lots of folks; airline, maintenance company, manufacturer).
2. How can Gov., Abbot of Texas void a jury’s guilty verdict? (Any Governor can do this. Every state has a provision where the Governor can veto a jury’s verdict!!!!)
3. Who is libel when a plane’s passenger has an allergy to peanuts that might kill them? (Dubious lawsuit on the Mother’s part. All peanut products have a warning printed on them.)
– REPORT that Robert’s expertise is in Consumer Bankruptcy, #7 and #13. Now very busy. No more moratorium on evictions and foreclosures. He does wills, estate planning. Is on TV webinar explaining trusts on KESQ early Sat., morning.
– (contact info: www.firthlaw.com and (760) 770-4066).

Robert

“Talk of Stars” Segment – May 4, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Sweet Baby J’ai re: American contemporary jazz singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and playwright. Co-founder/Artistic Director P.S. Women’s Jazz Festival. www.sweetbabyjai.com.
– DISCUSSION of her childhood, family and background.

young “Sweet Baby J’ai”

cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – May 4, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Sweet Baby J’ai re: American contemporary jazz singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and playwright. Co-founder/Artistic Director P.S. Women’s Jazz Festival. www.sweetbabyjai.com.
– DISCUSSION of her career. i.e.CA. Jazz & Blues Museum Hall of Fame.

“Sweet Baby J’ai”

cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – May 4, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Sweet Baby J’ai re: American contemporary jazz singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and playwright. Co-founder/Artistic Director P.S. Women’s Jazz Festival. www.sweetbabyjai.com.
– DISCUSSION of her busy performance schedule, i.e. the www.palmspringswomensjazzfestival.org etc.

Sweet Baby J’ai

“Box Office” Segment – May 3, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Box Office” Segment

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BOX OFFICE w/ Tracey Essex and Derik Shopinski
Presented thru the generosity of CV Rep, A World Class Theater in an intimate setting. www.cvrep.org. 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– REPORT that Palm Springs does NOT SHUT DOWN during the summer anymore.
– INTRODUCTION of the director, Derik Shopinski of “She Loves Me” @ the Palm Canyon Theatre.
– REPORT that Palm Springs International Piano Competition had such a successful event w/ Liberace. TOMORROW Jonathan Mamora, the 2022 Solo & Concerto winner @ PSIPC will make his Carnegie Hall debut. www.psipc.org.
– REPORT that CV Rep.’s Adam Karsten had a fabulous first year @ CVREP. Summer Cabaret Series he’s presenting starts May 11, w/ Alam H. Green; May 18, Steve Ross returns. Next month Adam will join Tracey for the whole season report. www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on Dezart Performs. Michael Shaw presented “The Garbologists”. Now working on their 2023-24 season @ www.dezartperforms.org.
– REPORT on Palm Canyon Theatre’s presentation of “She Loves Me” directed by Derik Shopinski @ www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
– TRACEY’S INTERVIEW OF Derik Shopinski; about the 1964 original production of :She Loves Me”. www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
(contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).

Tracey and Derik

Palm Springs Air Museum Segment – May 3, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 2 – Palm Springs Air Museum Segment

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PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM w/ Ann Greer re: 745 N. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– The Patriotic Center of the Coachella Valley.
– REPORT that on Sat., May 6; open cockpit (wear flats) 10:30 – 12:30; Sat., is Palm Desert Day for residents or workers gets in FREE. Sponsored by the City of Palm Desert.
– REPORT that the Disney Plane “The Mouse” along w/ the documentary about it are on now.
– REPORT that all hangers are air conditioned.
– REPORT that there is still the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter display up.
– HOLD THE DATE; Mon., May 29; the Memorial Day Flower Drop. Red carnations for the more recent wars; white carnations are for past wars. 50th anniversary of the end of the Viet Nam War. The Gold Star families will be honored as well. Starts @ 1 PM. There will be food vendors, jazz musicians and PB4Y-2 the world’s ONLY flying one.
– REPORT “Snoopy and the Red Baron” (runs thru May 7) traveling exhibition.
– REPORT that the Air Museum is open every day 10 AM – 5 PM and open cockpits are back w/ warbird rides.
– REPORT that KIDS 12 and under get in FREE w/ a paying adult. Friendly dogs on a leash. – (contact info: www.psairmuseum.org and (760) 778-6262.)

Ann

Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Segment – May 3, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Seg 3 – Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Segment

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PALM SPRINGS WOMEN’S JAZZ FESTIVAL w/ Sweet BabyJ’ai re: American contemporary jazz singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and playwright. Co-founder/Artistic Director P.S. Women’s Jazz Festival. www.sweetbabyjai.com.
– REPORT that the number of female musicians playing jazz has really increased.
– REPORT on her development of the P.S.W.JAZZ FESTIVAL to make certain women continue to perform and develop their talents.
– REPORT on her partnership w/ Lucy and Gayle over the years for the PSWJF over 10 years ago.
– REPORT that the most recent Festival had about 10,000 attendees.
– HOLD THE DATES FOR HER COMING EVENTS:
1.“Tribute to the Divas” Jazz Brunch
2. Supper Club Series.
3. Sweet Baby J’ai’s Juke Joint.
4. “The Crawl”
5. In November, a Jazz Master Class
– DISCUSSION of her busy performance schedule, i.e. the www.palmspringswomensjazzfestival.org etc.

Sweet Baby J’ai

Rest in Peace

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

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