April
cont. Jeff Hocker Productions Presents Segment – April 22, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – cont. Jeff Hocker Productions Presents Segment
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CV SYMPHONY w/ Kathleen Bauer, Board Member and Board Secretary for the CV Symphony 40101 Monterey Ave., Ster., B1 PMB 319, Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270 and Jeff Hocker
J.– REPORT that the CV Symphony has a partnership w/ the City of Rancho Mirage. CV Symphony provides some performing arts for the R.M. Amphitheater.
K.– FRI., 4.25 FREE concert @ the McCallum @ 7:30 PM. Tickets are FREE on the www.CVSymphony.com. People must be in their seats by 7 because after that empty seats will be given away. The Conductor is John Mario. Players come; locally, various colleges, snowbirds; professionals, etc. Normal season is 4 performances a season.
J. The new season is about to be announced on the CV Symphony website and/or Eventbrite.
K. Discussion of The Buddy Rodgers Youth Symphony program and the Winds Orchestra programs. The new home will be @ Xavier High School.
– (contact info: www.cvsymphony.com and (760) 360-2222; www.hockerproductions.com and (760) 409-1530)
Kathleen and Jeff
cont. Jeff Hocker Productions Presents Segment – April 22, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – cont. Jeff Hocker Productions Presents Segment
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PALM SPRINGS GAY MEN’S CHORUS w/ Jerry Soria-Foust, Artistic Director and Jeff Hocker
Jerry – REPORT ON “DISNEY PRIDE”4.24 ,25, 26, 27. @ the Annenberg Theater @ the P.S. Art Museum. The music of all the Disney movies….old and new. Disney has provided the videos to match the music. Get the tickets on the website. Tickets are $40 – $70.
Jeff – The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus went to Disney and proposed this idea.
Jerry – This is now JUST FOR THE Gay Men’s Chorus 2 hour production that marries the Disney music to the LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY. They rehearse for 15 weeks. All the singers are volunteers. Now the Chorus will be the Resident Community Group for the New Plaza Theater. The complicated issues involved with this production.
Jeff – The detail work involved in doing PR for Disney and how professional it has to be.
– DISCUSSION of how/where/when to audition. Info is on the website.
– (contact info: www.psgmc.com).
Jerry and Jeff
“Restaurant of the Week” Segment – April 21, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – “Restaurant of the Week” Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Amber Castillo re: Social Media/Marketing Director @ “LuLu California Bistro” 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S.
– REPORT on “LuLu California Bistro” where there’s “always a party”. “Absolulu“ lol
– DISCUSSION of her big “blended” family.
– REPORT on the success of Easter Sunday.
– HOLD THE DATE: May 11, Mother’s Day @ Lulu’s 3-course $59.99 for the Mother’s Day Brunch. Lulu’s 3-course $59.99 for Mother’s Day Dinner. AND after 3 PM on Mother’s Day the regular menu.
– REPORT on THINGS @ LULU;
1. BREAKFAST IN THE BAR; starting @ $9.99.
2. ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR; 24/7 all day every day. Bar bites @ $7.99. All well drinks $6.99.
3. WEEKLY DAILY SPECIALS; $27.99 all a la carte items.
– (contact info: www.lulupalmsprings.com and (760) 327-LULU 5858)
Amber and her little girl
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – April 21, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
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 credentials; PharmD; CPEL; FCSHP; FASHP; EVP Clinical Operator; HPN ACO; started Clinical operations for D.O.H.C.
BRIAN OPENING THE MEDICINE CABINET!!!
– QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, the news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. Why such an increase in autism? (Yes. In 2000 it was 1 child in 150; in 2020 if was 1 child in 38. 1 in 31 is 8 years old. 3 and a half times more likely for boys than girls. We now do a better job of screening and diagnosis. 1 in 28 are Caucasian; 1 in 32 are Hispanic. Causes; genetic, older parent, mother obese, or birth trauma.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – April 21, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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cont. 3. 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. of – QUESTIONS from “Joey Pals”, the Internet, the weekly news, etc.
Cont. 2. Is a measles booster necessary? (If you were vaccinated between 1958 and 1963 it was a pretty good vaccine, so NO. If you were vaccinated between 1963 to 1968 it was not a good vaccine and YES you should get a booster. Your doctor can check if you need on via your blood. Measles is easily spread. Lots of information on www.mydohc.com. Vit A is NOT a treatment for Measles. The vaccine is SAFE.)
3. Did we un-extinct the “dire wolf”? (If you watch the “Game of Thrones” a company has taken DNA from an extinct cell and IVF into a “hound-dog” and brought b ack the “dire wolf”. I.E. This type of engineering will help w/ animals on the near-extinction list.)
4. What are cold feet an early indication of: (Can be a prediction of heart disease, anemia, diabetes, etc. Elevate your feet or put soxs on, or exercise. If it DOES not go away, see your doctor about blood flow).
5. Is “cold plunging” good for you? (It is safe. There are benefits. For muscle aches. There is a risk. Start out slow. After 5 minutes in REALLY COLD WATER there are certain risk factors. You hyperventilate and your heart rate goes up.)
– 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.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
Hot Yoga Segment – April 18, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – Hot Yoga Segment
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HOT YOGA PLUS – PALM SPRINGS w/ Ann Marie Flemming, 611 S. Palm Canyon Dr., #206, Palm Springs, CA. (The Sun Center)
– REPORT on the benefits of “sweating” all the toxins out of your body.
– DISCUSSION of the classes to take thru the summer; infernal hot pilates, low impact classes, etc.,
– REPORT that she has 10 teachers.
– DISCUSSION that it’s a great venue for Bridal/Bachelorette parties, etc.,
– DISCUSSION that beginners are always welcome for all her classes.
– REPORT that she refers people who need to do the Reformers Classes.
– REPORT on all classes; pole fitness classes; bringing back the 90-minute Bikram Yoga 105 degrees, high humidity; trapeze classes; Zumba classes etc.,
– DISCUSSION of the air conditioning, the showers, the hair dryers, the curling irons, all the lotions and perfumes, the fact that she’s certified; what static poles are; check the website for class schedules.
– (contact info; www.hotyogapluspalmsprings.com and (760) 832-8655 )
AnnMarie
Travel Segment – April 18, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – Travel Segment
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PALM SPRINGS SISTER CITIES w/ Richard Horn, re: Committee member Palm Springs Sister Cities.
– REPORT on Sister Cities a 501 C3 tax-exempt public charity dedicated to promoting global goodwill, citizen diplomacy, international exchange, and cultural understanding for the people of Palm
Springs.
– REPORT that Sister Cities is in 300 communities in the U.S. and 150 countries.
– REPORT that in Feb.,2023 mayors of both cities signed a Sister Cities International Agreement between San Miguel de Allende and Palm Springs.
– REPORT that San Miguel de Allende was voted #1 City IN THE WORLD to visit by Conde Nast.
– DISCUSSION that there will be a focus on 1. Education and youth. 2. Cultural initiatives.
– REPORT on how a “Sister City” is picked. The two existing Sister Cities that Palm Springs has.
– REPORT that Mayor De Harte is going to San Miguel in August.
– DISCUSSION of what citizens of Palm Springs will get when they travel to San Miguel. The Chamber of San Miguel will “spoil” you.
– HOLD THE DATE; for the Culinary Event in San Miguel called “Your Flavors” food and wine festival the end of June in partnership w/ COD’s culinary school w/ exchange of students from San Miguel’s culinary school.
– REPORT that all travelers pay their own way. They exist thru donations.
– (contact info: www.sistercitiesps.org).
Steve and Richard
cont. Travel Segment – April 18, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – cont. Travel Segment
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ACT-TOURS w/ Steve Kanold re; 555 S. Sunrise Way. Ste., #219. Palm Springs, CA. 92262
– REPORT that ACT Tours is taking a tour to San Miguel the same time as Richard’s Culinary Exchange is taking place. HOLD THE DATE; June 24 – July 1. 8 days. Fly out of Ontario. $2995. Including air and 13 meals. Also to Guanajuato, Queretaro and a 5-day Extension to Mexico City for an additional $1095
REPORT TO HOLD THE DATES:
1.April, 2025. The Copper Canyon in Mexico. Joey’s favorite. The TRAIN RIDE!!!
2. Norwegein Cruise of S. Korea and the Best of Japan; Sept., 2 – 13. $2,995. Including round-trip air.
3. Venice and the Italian Lakes; Sept., 17 – 25. $3,345.
4. July 3, 4, & 5. Fisherman’s Wharf San Francisco round-trip air from Palm Springs $795.
5. July 15 – Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach. $160.
6. July 20 – Juke Box Musical matinee “A Beautiful Noise” tribute to Neil Diamond @ the Hollywood Pantages. $189.
– REPORT on the Rio Vallarta, Mexico; May, non-stop flight. All-inclusive. $1195, including airfare.
– REPORT to HOLD THE DATE: Thanksgiving, 2025 in Provance. Extension is 4 days in Paris on a riverboat. $2,995.
– REPORT to HOLD THE DATE: Dazzling Dubai; Qatar, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi and Sir Bani Yas. Dec., 29 to Jan., 5, 2026. $1,495,
– REPORT that there are “day tours” to Long Beach Harbor; The Hollywood Pantages w/ Neil Diamond; Laguna Beach “Pageant of the Masters”; Academy Awards Museum; Dinner w/ the Tigers. Great prices.
Complete list on www.act-tours.com.
– DISCUSSION of May 7, FREE TRAVEL CLUB OF THE DESERT @ the Best Western Plus, Palm Desert.
– (contact info: www.act-tours.com and (760) 322-1247).
Steve and Richard
“Talk of Stars” Segment – April 17, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Clark Moorten re; an expert in desert plants, he’s the rugged, engaging second-generation host that oversees the garden and greets, at times, more than 200 guests per day @ this historic world’s first “cactarium”.
www.moortenbotanicalgarden.com. 1701 S. Palm
Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION of his childhood in the Coachella Valley, his family, his parents history, their background, and his education. The basis of the legendary Moortens Botanical Gardens in Palm Springs.
Samples of all the plants
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – April 17, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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Cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Clark Moorten re; an expert in desert plants, he’s the rugged, engaging second-generation host that oversees the garden and greets, at times, more than 200 guests per day @ this historic world’s first “cactarium”.
www.moortenbotanicalgarden.com. 1701 S. Palm
Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION of a lot of his Mother’s groundbreaking involvement in the Community.
Entrance to M.B.G.
R.I.P. Pope Francis 12.17.36 – 4.21.25
R.I.P. Wink Martindale, “The King of the Television Game Show”. 12.4.1933 – 4.15.2025
