September
Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment – September 9, 2025
Seg 1 – Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment
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AMERICAN LEGION/NAVY LEAGUE/HELPING HEROES USA w/ Amado Salinas. Appointed President of the Greater Palm Springs Navy League. The American Legion National Legislative Council for the Dept., of CA.; National Constitution & By-laws Committee for the American Legion; Dept., of CA. Vice Chair of Foreign Relations & National Security, Area 5 District 21 Executive Board member; Life member of American Legion Current Post 519 Parliamentarian @ 400 N. Belardo, Palm Springs, CA. 92262, and Life Member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. Parliamentarian SoCal for the Hispanic American Police Officers Command Association and Tony de Maio, the CEO and President, started/founded “Helping Heroes USA.
– REPORT that Tony de Maio, the CEO and President, started/founded “Helping Heroes USA” and providing this time for us to talk about all these issues.
– MISSION STATEMENT of HELPING HEROES USA IS A COMMUNITY-BASED SOLUTION IN PREVENTING SUICIDE BY EMPOWERING INDIVIDIUALS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY. Taking a proactive stance to address the epidemic. Education and community involvement are crucial. Having people on the ground to provide support too.
– REPORT on 9.11 – Patriot Day. BBQ @ Post 519 @ 4 PM.
– REPORT on 9.11 – the Palm Springs Fire Department will have a remembrance event, off of El Cielo.
– REPORT on Sept., 19 – POW/MIA Awareness Day.
– REPORT that Sept., is
– DISCUSSION that the City of Palm Springs will fly the POW/MIA flag under the U.S.A. flag @ ALL Veteran-related events.
– DISCUSSION
– REPORT “Helping Heroes USA” supplies funds, marketing, consulting, and organizational tools @ no charge to the organizations.
– (contact info; www.helpingheroesusa.org and www.usnavygps.org and www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)
Amado
Charity Segment – September 9, 2025
Seg 2 – Charity Segment
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CO-LINQ FOUNDATION w/ Jonathan Brier
– MISSION is to create innovative, communal and intentional living spaces that empower people to find purpose, belonging and opportunity to thrive together”.
– REPORT that they want to connect people and resources to build vibrant communities where “connection” reduces loneliness and inspires a strong commitment to support one another.
– DISCUSSION of communal living; multi-generational, multi-economics and multi-loneliness.
– REPORT on how this works in today’s society.
– REPORT that biggest issue is one of PRIVACY.
– REPORT on the balance of independence they desire.
– REPORT that all legal work will be done in advance by them.
– REPORT on “intentional living”. “Choosing to live in alignment w/ common values that prioritize relationship, well-being over isolationism and consumerism.”
– DISCUSSION of how this Charity came to be. Dr. Julie is his partner in this. Wanted to serve the aging population who might be lonely in some way or another. “The Pandemic of Loneliness”. Get back to the concept of a “village”.
– DISCUSSION of the focus is on all segments of the community. Almost like a “roommate” service.
– REPORT that all this communication will be based on an “on-line” platform w/ the latest technology to find people. i.e. there’s a group of families that all have autistic children.
– DISCUSSION of what the DIFFERENT living arrangements that can be. They have 5 different models that they are considering.
– REPORT on how the “groups” are decided. By the people who want to live together.
– REPORT that this will all be guided legally, w/ rules about living, leaving, etc.,
– DISCUSSION that the Foundation/501 C3 will help w/ fundraising. Response has been great on so many levels.
– (contact info; www.co-linq.org or Jonathan’s cell @ (760) 422-9500)
Jonathan
Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – September 9, 2025
Seg 3 – Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment
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BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. 41865 Boardwalk; Ste., 108, Palm Dessert. 92211.
– DISCUSSION of his family. AMEN.
– REPORT that he is a Medicare Specialist and has been for 18 years.
– REPORT that Medicare is a federal program.
– QUESTIONS FROM JOEY PALS.
1. What should/could/can I do about the repeated calls and questions about my Medicare ON TV? (Brian does NOT EVER ANSWER A NUMBER HE DOESN’T RECOGNIZE. Folks leave messages and then he calls back. MEDICARE WILL NEVER CALL YOU. The callers try to “get around the law” by saying “Do you Have Medicare, NOT I’m calling from Medicare.)
– ADMONISHMENT to work w/ a LOCAL AGENT NOT some outsourced person.
– REPORT that Medicaid is particular to individual states.
– REPORT that he belongs to the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals. (NABIP)
– DISCUSSION of the changes to MEDICARE PART D – the most utilized component of your Medicare because you take your medications EVERY DAY.
– 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.
– DISCUSSION of the insurance problems in California, due to the actions of the Insurance Commissioner.
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.
REPORT on 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. REMEMBER HE WILL COME TO YOUR HOME. He has all the special classification to do all of this. The rules are different in other states.
– (contact info; www.bilhartzinsurance.com and (760) 459-9617).
Brian
Palm Canyon Theatre Segment – September 8, 2025
Seg 1 – Palm Canyon Theatre Segment
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PALM CANYON THEATRE w/ Derik Shopinski Business Manager, Actor, Director, Costume Designer, Dancer re; 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S.
– REPORT on how the auditions were conducted AND anyone can send in a tape, video, etc. to audition at any time.
– REPORT on the upcoming shows;
HOLD THE DATES”
1. Oct., 3 – 12; Willy Wonka
2. Oct., 24 – Nov., 16; Priscilla Queen of the Desert
3. Nov., 28 – Dec., 21, Annie
4. Jan., 16 – 25, ’26 – I Do! I Do!
5. Feb., 6, ‘26 – Mar., 1; Hair
6. Mar., 13 – Ap., 5, ’26; – Sunset Blvd
7. Ap., 17 – 26, ’26; Kiss of the Spider Woman
8. May 8 – 17, ’26; The Ritz
9. May 22 – 24, ’26; The Merry Widow
10. July 17 – Aug., 2, ’26; The Wizard of Oz
– DISCUSSION of KIDS SUMMER CAMP EACH YEAR; 6 weeks from June 23 – Aug., 2. Partnering w/ P.S.U.S.D. You can “drop in” and “drop out”. Will be doing weekly “productions”. $225./week. Monday thru Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM. Lunch hour. Discussion of the different classes. May do more productions in ’26.
– (contact info: www.palmcanyontheatre.org and (760) 323-5123)
Derik
Crossroads To Care Segment – September 8, 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.
– DISCUSSION 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.
– DISCUSSION of how the typical house call goes.
– 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. 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. What is “smart water”? (Water that has added electrolytes. Added Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium. Strange process of turning water to vapor, the distilled water then back to vapor)
2. What causes ringing in the ears? (Can be caused by; 1. A hearing loss. 2. Medication. 3. An injury. 4. An infection.)
3. What is nitazene? (Horrible. Stronger that anything. Illicit drug. Was developed in the 1950’s as an alternative to morphine. You need Narcam Over the Counter now.
– 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
Restaurant of the Week Segment – September 8, 2025
Seg 3 – Restaurant of the Week Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Dan Gore re: “Oscars”; 125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way. Palm Springs.
– REPORT on the 12 years Oscar’s has been in existence.
– HOLD THE DATES
1. Sept., 13 & 14 – Bitchiest Brunch AND Bunker.
2. Sept., 20 & 21 – Bitchiest Brunch AND Bunker.
3. Sept., 28 – Bitchiest Brunch AND Bunker.
4. Sept., 29 – Sandra Bernhard
5. Oct., 2 – Susan Powter
6. Oct., 4 & 5 – Bitchiest Brunch AND Bunker (Sat.)
7. Oct., 17 -Mike Maimone
8. Oct., 18 & 19 – Bitchiest Brunch AND Bunker
9. Oct., 20 – Tiffany “Poptail”
10. Nov., 6 – 9 – Pride Week. The stage @ Oscars.
11. Nov., 7 – Black Chyna!!!
– REPORT on coming shows; i.e. Joy Behar.
– REPORT on shows in Hollywood and Phoenix now.
– DISCUSSION of emcees Lawanda Jackson and Anita Rose.
– REPORT on the association w/ Well in the Desert and FREE MEALS every weekday morning; cooking in Oscar’s kitchen Monday through Friday and serving on Wednesdays.
– NOTICE that he will be welcoming the biggest adult film/comedy stars in the industry soon. i.e. Tribute to Steely Dan; LaToya Jackson in Hollywood to be interviewed by Dan.
– DISCUSSION of the menu and wonderful food.
– REMEMBER to check the website for the info for ALL the upcoming shows.
– (contact info: www.oscarspalmsprings.com and (760) 325-1188)
Dan
Desert Water Agency Segment – September 5, 2025
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.
– REPORT – There is a watering guide for summer-time on their web site, www.dwa.org/guide.
– REMINDER – Do not water until 48 hours AFTER a rain.
– DISCUSSION that we have VERY DEEP WELLS for our water THAT YOU CAN’T EVEN SEE.
– REPORT that we have 425 miles of pipe in Palm springs, all old unlined steel. Will be replaced w/ iron to last 100 years.
– DISCUSSION of OVERSEEDING…..recommend NOT TO DO IT. “Go gold”. Do NOT replant rye. Saves water and you’ll have less allergy issues.
– DISCUSSION of the rules for using the incentive programs. Your rebate is mailed to you as a check.
1. Smart controllers.
2. Water efficient nozzles and irrigation heads. $5. Rebate per nozzle; $2 rebate for installation. www.dwa.org/rebate.
3. Washing machines w/ “water sense” type
4. Residential toilets – Joey got her rebate check!!!!
5. Grass removal
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)
Xochitl
Florist Segment – September 5, 2025
Seg 2 – Florist Segment
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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Victoria Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT that the flowers of the month of Sept are the Gabara and the Hydrangea.
– Biggest wedding months are Oct., and Nov., They have an “A la carte” package for weddings and an Elopement Package.
– REPORT that they also have FLORAL SASHES.
– DISCUSSION of the various colors brides pick for their wedding themes. Even desert colors are popular.
– DISCUSSION that they are open Tues., – Sat., from 11AM to 4 PM. AGAIN.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)
Victoria
DA Computers Segment – September 5, 2025
Seg 3 – DA Computers Segment
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DA COMPUTERS w/ Dan Algazi, re; 915 Crossley Rd. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION that his name is Cuban.
– REPORT on how he got into the tech world.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PAL”
1. Should I always “upgrade” when my phone and computer tell me to. (Not necessarily. If everything is working ok, don’t upgrade. Watch out for hidden costs. Sometimes if you upgrade, other systems QUIT working. Good for security upgrades for the most part.)
2. Are the systems THE SAME on a phone and a computer? (A little bit different because they have different operating systems. Upgrades make your phone go SLOWER.)
3. How often should you have a phone checked? (Wait until something ISN’T WORKING)
4. Got a notice that AOL is NOT doing dial-up anymore, what does that mean? (You should move from dial-up to high speed. Dial-up is dead.)
– REPORT that WALKING IN to the store is great and they’ll take a good look @ things for you.
– DISCUSSION that you can bring things in, if you can, or he will work w/ you over the phone and he will also come to you.
– REMINDER not to let anyone IN TO YOUR COMPUTER if you don’t know them.
– (contact info www.darepair.com and (760) 864-0099).
“Talk of Stars” Segment – September 4, 2025
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ David Green re: Founder and Executive Director of Musical Theatre University; Musical theatre director; Director of the Young American; Reginal Editor “Broadway World”; Tony Award named one of the tope theatre educations in America, etc. www.dgreen@nullpsusd.us.com.
– DISCUSSION of his birth, childhood, family, school from a refrigerator box, background and education.
David
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
