October
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – October 24, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Bruce Vilanch re; One of the most sought-after jokesmiths in the entertainment industry.
– DISCUSSION of his new book that will be out soon and his show Oct., 25 @ Oscar’s Palm Springs. Dinner @ 5 and show @ 7. www.oscarspalmsprings.com.
www.wegotbruce.com.
Bruce
DAP Health/Revivals Segment – October 23, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – DAP Health/Revivals Segment
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DAP HEALTH/”MR. COMMUNITY” w/ Steve Henke re: 1695 N. Sunrise Way. Palm Springs, CA.
– REPORT on Joey’s cataract surgery @ Acuity.
– DISCUSSION of brand-new editions of DAP Health Magazine. Available for FREE on newsstands across the Valley and at all DAP Health Clinics. Cover is Liz Ostoich, the top DAP Fundraiser this year.
– DISCUSSION of the articles in the Magazine. Lots of great stories, health tips, gender identity, etc.
– REPORT on the photo of Steve for Revivals. All in white. WHERE you shop matters.
– REPORT on the great NEW mattresses @ Revivals that are a fraction of the cost in a traditional mattress store.
– REPORT that it’s a great time to shop Revivals; ac is working, less people and competition for you, all the money you spend there goes to DAPHealth for people’s healthcare.
– MISSION OF REVIVALS; To provide Comprehensive health care for over 85,000 w/ the new partnership w/ Borego Health…..AND over 60,000 are women and children. Most of them are in the CV.
– REPORT on the 4 Revivals Stores; all on Hwy. 111. Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert and Indio.
– HOLD THE DATE;
1. SAT., Oct., 26 DAP Health“Equity Walk”. Steps off from Ruth Hardy Park. FREE health and wellness village. Music, booths, food trucks, FREE Koffi, dunk tank, children’s activity area, etc., A family-friendly fundraiser. www.dapHealthequitywalk.org
– REPORT on the booth for Pride Nov., 2 and 3. All kinds of testing, information etc. Nov., 3 come out for the Parade. www.daphealth.org/pride.
– REPORT that DAP Health serves all ages across the Valley. Registering as a patient is very simple.
– REPORT that on Oct., 2 President David Brinkman got a fabulous Pride award here at the Palm Springs Hilton.
– (contact info: www.daphealth.org/dofl and (760) 323-2118.
Mr. Community
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Segment – October 23, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Segment
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AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS w/ Chairman Reid Milanovich re: Cultural Museum 140 N. Indian Canyon, Palm Springs, CA. 92262
– DISCUSSION of the mission statement of the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum being dedicated to the history and culture of the Agua Caliente People.
– REPORT that the Museum was originally founded in 1991.
– REPORT that the Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy donated 320 acres to the Tribe, who were the original occupants of the land. The Tribe is the prime steward of the land and intends to maintain their cultural heritage on it.
– (contact info: www.accmuseum.org and www.aguacaliente.org and (760) 778-1079).
Chairman Milanovich
Eisenhower Health Segment – October 23, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Eisenhower Health Segment
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EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Danielle Higgins, Mgr. Eisenhower Health Breast Center and Lynn Fishel, Marketing Dept. re: 39000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– REPORT that Oct., is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “Paint El Paseo Pink”. EH will be PINK.
– DISCUSSION of the need for mammograms. Find the cancer @ an early stage.1 time a year @ age 40 and go until you are physically UNABLE to do so.
– DISCUSSION of how breast cancer impacts men.
– REPORT on the NEW Anne and Kirk Douglas Breast Center @ 151 S. Sunrise in Palm Springs; great access, callback for patients and biopsy scheduled within 8 days. The different locations you can go to. The changes in the way mammograms are done.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. FREE OCT., 22; 5:30 dinner – 7:30 PM presentation” From Cancer Treatment to Survivorship”; About treatments, about Life After Cancer, about strategies for physical recovery, nutrition and exercise. @ Eisenhower.
2. FREE OCT., 24; 5:30 dinner; 6 PM presentation. “Empowering Our Community: Expanding Comprehensive Breast Cancer Care.” Opening a new multi-disciplinary clinic and a high-rick breast cancer clinic as well. Sign up on-line @ www.eisenhowerhealth.org/calendar.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.org and (760) 340-3911).
Danielle and Lynne
Books and Authors Segment – October 22, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Books and Authors Segment
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“DRUM MAJOR 2 MAJOR DRUMMER” w/ Alvin Taylor re; Palm Springs Walk of Stars #424.
– REPORT on why he wrote the book. Born in P.S. and going to school here and became the Drum Major.
– REPORT that he then played drums for the likes of George Harrison, Cher, Tina Turner, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Bob Dylan, etc.
– TALES of his travels…i.e. Europe, etc.
– DUSCUSSION of how he “keeps the beat” on the drums thru all the different arrangements.
– REPORT that none of his children are “in the business”.
– DISCUSSION of his continued performances.
– HOLD THE DATE:
1. THURS. OCT., 24 – 111 S. Palm Cyn., from 6 to 11 PM @ Palm Springs Village Fest. Alvin’s book signing @ his star’s location across from the Plaza Theater.
– (contact info: www.alvintaylormusic.com).
Alvin w/ his book
Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – October 22, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment
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BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. 41865 Boardwalk; Ste., 108, Palm Dessert. 92211.
– QUESTIONS from “Joey Pals”
1. Why are all the ads on TV about calling to see if you are entitled to more services than you think you have. i.e. Medicare and Medical.
– REPORT on Medigap gives you freedom to choose providers anywhere in the country.
– MEDICARE PART D – the most utilized component of your Medicare because you take your medications EVERY DAY.
- REPORT on Part C which is Medicare Advantage. You have to pick a primary care doctor associated w/ someone such as D.O.H.C.
– REPORT on the big changes for Medicare Part D coming in 2025, especially in the “donut hole”. 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.
– SUBJECT FOR “JOEY PALS”
1. Agents are beginning to prepare for 2025. (Begins in June. AHIP Certification that is a special requirement for a licensed insurance agent to have a conversation about Medicare part C or D. and an agent must get this EVERY YEAR.)
2. 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. He has all the special classification to do all of this.
– (contact info; www.bilhartzinsurance.com and (760) 459-9617).
Brian
Christopher Kennedy Interior Design Segment – October 22, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Christopher Kennedy Interior Design Segment
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CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY INTERIOR DESIGN w/ Christopher Kennedy re; 707 Tahquitz Cyn., Palm Springs.
– DISCUSSION of how to sign up for his FREE newsletter on his website.
– REPORT on the Hilton Presidential Suites he’s re-doing. Have “his” Palm Springs brand on them. Check out his blog via his website.
– QUESTION FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. The TV commercials about re-doing your shower/bathroom in one day worry me, are they real? (Christopher DOES NOT do these, but he imagines that some of these are reputable. Christopher thinks “in one day” is rather difficult. American Standard seems to do these. Worth looking into.)
– DISCUSSION that many of his clients are COMING BACK TO THE DESERT.
– REPORT that the Fall Preview of Modernism Week is later this month.
– REPORT that sometimes it is better to rearrange things in your home rather than buying something new. AND homes used to be built WITHOUT bookshelves.
– DISCUSSION of how/who decorates for
– DISCUSSION of his latest project, 5 Presidential suites @ the Hilton Palm Springs.
– DISCUSSION of how to decide what to do OVER.
– DISCUSSION of how he “guides” his clients and honors the past but incorporates the technology etc., of the present and future.
– (contact info; www.christopherkennedy.com and (760 325-3214).
Christopher
Restaurant of the Week Segment – October 21, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
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.
– DISCUSSION of the disappointing summer business in Palm Springs. 30 to 40% off.
– REPORT on J.T.’s DINER.
– REPORT on “J.T’s” on Cook Street is open 7 days a week for JUST BREAKFAST. 8 AM to 2 PM.
– REPORT that business is about 50-50 breakfast and lunch.
– DISCUSSION of the proposed “specials” he’s planning.
– REPORT @ MARACAS RESTAURANT.
– DISCUSSION of the new menu.
1. Octopus w/ rice.
2. Huevos rancheros, chilaquiles and a torta on the menu.
3. Rib-eye tacos.
4. Shrimp.
5. Rib-eye steak.
– 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 10 PM on weekends.
– (contact info: www.maracas-restaurant.com and www.jtsdinerpalmdesert.com (760) 322-9654 and (760) 674-7600.
Todd
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – October 21, 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”.
– DISCUSSION of his trip to Great Britain.
– QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, the news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. How good are the services of the telemedicine sites? (Pretty good. Allows you to have a medical visit w/ your provider over any device that has Internet and a video component. D.O.H.C. likes this service. Started before Covid, but now D.O.H.C. is working w/ Switchboard so you can see a specialist WITHIN A DAY OR TWO.)
– DISCUSSION of D.O.H.C.’s Wellness Visit and how comprehensive this is.
2. A “Joey Pal” fainted after a flu shot? (Many people faint from the “jab”. ANY SHOT. DISCUSSION of where it is best to faint. )
– REPORT on the D.O.H.C. FREE Drive Thru Flu Clinics Hours and Locations.
– PALM SPRINGS: 275 N. El Cielo. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 10/31; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– BERMUDA DUNES: 41120 Washington St. Mon.-Fri., 9/2 – 10/31; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– INDIO; 81880 Dr. Correon Blvd. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 9/27; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– YUCCA VALLEY IMMEDIATE CARE: 57-840 29 Palms Highway. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 9/27; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– REMINDER that you can get both shots in one drive-thru.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – October 21, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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cont. 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”.
Cont. QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET
3. Are there different flu vaccines? (Yes, there are 2 this year. Tri valent (2A’s and 1B.) and Egg-based/cell-culture based. 6 manufacturers produce vaccine in the U.S.)
4. What is so bad about flood water? (Very bad. “Waster” from 1. households, 2. medical waste and 3. industrial. AND Possible electricity in the water. Then when it receeds the soil has all those chemicals. Also the sewage plants and animal waste etc., etc.,)
– REPORT that there are now new variants of Covid. You NEED TO GET THIS NEW VACCINE.
5. What causes and what is dry eye? (Happens to most of us. Over the age of 50. Caused by hormonal changes, drugs can cause this too. Can self-treat w/ lots of artificial tear products. Get one w/out preservatives.)
– REPORT on OPEN ENROLLMENT? (Every year our Medicare Seniors get to choose who they want to care for them. 1 out of every 3 seniors in the CV is insured by D.O.H.C. Call Brian Bilhartz Desert Insurance @ (760) 459-9617.
– REPORT on the D.O.H.C. FREE Drive Thru Flu Clinics Hours and Locations.
– PALM SPRINGS: 275 N. El Cielo. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 10/31; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– BERMUDA DUNES: 41120 Washington St. Mon.-Fri., 9/2 – 10/31; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– INDIO; 81880 Dr. Correon Blvd. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 9/27; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– YUCCA VALLEY IMMEDIATE CARE: 57-840 29 Palms Highway. Mon.-Fri., 9/4 – 9/27; 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 2 years and older.
– REPORT on the FREE Drive Thru Pediatric Flu Clinics Hours and Locations.
– YUCCA VALLEY PRIMARY CARE OFFICE: 57475 29 Palms Hwy., Ste., 101. Thursdays. 8:30 AM – 4 PM; 6 months and older.
– BERMUDA DUNES: 41-120 Washington St. Sat., 10/5 and Sat., 10/26; 8 AM – 12 PM; 6 months and older.
DESERT OASIS OCT. HEALTH CARE MINUTE; “Breast Health”
“Hello, hello; It’s Joey English. This D.O.H.C. Minute features the audio from a wonderful Wellness video that can be found on www.mydohc.com. Lots of good information to be enjoyed too. So, roll the audio”
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
R.I.P. Gene Hackman. 1.30.1930 – 2. 26.2025
