3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 –

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THE DESERT SYMPHONY w/ Nancy Tapick, President re: 73730 CA. 111 Ste., 6, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
– REPORT that they are sponsored by Raju Mehta of El Paseo Jewelers, who does so much in the Coachella Valley for so many.
– DISCUSSION of how the “tribute bands” are often better than the original, keeping the “flame” alive. Otherwise the sound, the history, the style will disappear.
– REPORT on the fabulous Desert Symphony Concert Feb., 29 featuring Tony DeSare. The 40 Veterans who were “treated” to the show by Patrons of the Symphony. Conductor Dean Anderson. Placement of the orchestra. The fabulous guest violinist.
– HOLD THE DATES for the NEW SEASON – Tickets available thru the McCallum Theatre.
1. Wed., Mar., 6 – 35th Annual Gala. Honoring Sylvia & Ron Gregoire. Starring Daniel Emmet & Pia Toscano in concert w/ the Desert Symphony @ the SHOW @ the Agua Caliente Casino.
2. Mar.,27 – Ted Vigil presents the music of John Denver @ the McCallum.

Ted Vigil

3. April 11, – tribute to Frankie Valli “Let’s Hang On” @ the McCallum.
– (contact info; www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988)

Nancy and Symphony Sammy

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Palm Springs International Airport Segment

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PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT w/ Daniel Meier. Re: Deputy Director of Aviation, Marketing & Air Service @ Palm Springs International Airport.
– DISCUSSION of how busy the airport has been. BNP Tennis, White Party, Spring Break, Easter etc. will be next.
– REPORT that there was the 2 busiest days EVER in Feb.,
– DISCUSSION of “Stay and Play” new visitor pass program. Details on the website. Register to get a gate pass, go thru security, go to the gate to meet someone, or spend some time thru security w/ children etc., BEFORE their flight. Not available between peak hours of 9 AM to 1 PM. FREE. Same security/background checks.
– REPORT that Avelo Airlines will increase their service to Santa Rosa was seasonal, now it’s year-round. This make 13 non-stop destinations this summer.
– REPORT on the discovered “compass rose” found during construction.
– DISCUSSION of the concessions that are underway. Hope some will be opening soon.
– REPORT on the new restaurants and shops that are coming. There will be 6 restaurants, 2 coffee shops and an ice cream shop.
– DISCUSSION of the top 5 busiest airports in the World. 5. Dubai; 4. Chicago 3. Denver 2. Dallas 1. Atlanta.
– REPORT that there is a new website that will tell you what you can and cannot take and the immediate statis of your flight, the occupancy of the parking lots, etc..www.flypsp.com. Go to www.tsa.gov and go to the section “what can I bring”.
– REPORT on the new check-in procedure, i.e. TSA. (www.tsa.gov) US Global Entry; Clear (www.clearme.com). Now you don’t have to go to a TSA office, starting soon will just have to go to PSP.
– (contact info: www.flypsp.com)

Daniel

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Tours Segment

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RED JEEP TOURS “MOUNTAINS OF FUN” w/ Rick Curtiss re; 74-794 Lennon Pl., Ste., B. Palm Desert.
– REPORT on his 2019 Jeopardy Appearance.
– REPORT that Red Jeep is VERY BUSY. All 15 Jeeps have been out twice a day.
– DISCUSSION of what comment they hear the most from their clients. “Didn’t think the Desert would have this much foliage.” The desert doesn’t bloom every year.
– REPORT that the desert wildflowers don’t last long.
– REPORT that Red-Jeep Tours is in it’s 36th year. Was started by a woman.
– REPORT that the rain can make “huge” changes in the canyons and washes that they use as their “roads”.
– REPORT They have 15 Jeeps and 2 SUVs. They have 40 drivers/guides. All are well-trained and make their own tours up. Although there is a list of required things to show on the tour. They run tours 3 or 4 days a week.
1. San Andreas Fault Tour
2. Indian Canyons
3. Joshua Tree
4. Painted Canyon Tour
– DISCUSSION of the tour items they have for animals, babies, older folks etc. Children 6 years and older will enjoy the tour and there are booster seats.
– REPORT on the new “solar” bathrooms that are along the routes.
– REPORT that there are 5 Canyons; Palm, Andreas, Murray, Chino and Tahquitz REPORT on the 3 ways the plates move. 1. Subduction zone. 2. Plate spreading. 3. Strike/slip.
– REPORT on how the guides are trained.
– DISCUSSION that their tours are given on a piece of private property.
– REPORT that every 2 years they have to take a First Aid Course and are given a certificate.
– (contact info; www.red-jeep.com and (760 324-5337).

Rick

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment

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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ John Fritch re: “Peaks”, “Pine’s Café” and “The Lookout Lounge” @ the Top of the P.S. Aerial Tram. 1 Tramway Road. Palm Springs, CA.
– REPORT The Tram is the #1 Tourist attraction in the C.V. and the best place to celebrate EVERYTHING.
– REPORT that there IS SNOW up there AND the views are amazing. You can see for 50 miles.
– REPORT on how far you can see. IT’S A DIFFERENT VIEW DURING THE RIDE EVERY DAY. Some times you ride ABOVE the clouds.
– DISCUSSION on the menu for Peaks, Pine Café, Lookout Lounge.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Lookout Lounge.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Pines Café.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Peaks.
– DISCUSSION of similar food @ the Lookout Lounge.
– REPORT on the wonderful drinks i.e. the chocolate expresso martini etc.,
– REPORT that “Peaks” is open 7 days a week from 11 AM – 4 PM for lunch and 5 – 11 PM for dinner.
– REPORT that “Pines Café” is for grab and go and families and “Lookout Lounge” for bar fare and the menu from Peaks as well. Open for lunch and dinner from 5 to 8 PM 7 days a week. 
Ride ‘n Dine available. Great children’s menu too.
– REPORT that they can handle 120 folks for private events.
– REPORT that they are open 7 days a week. Book on “open table”. Reservations strongly suggested.
– (contact info: www.pstramway.com and (760) 325-4537)

John

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. What is happening to the Y Chromosome? (Eventually it will be gone, but not for a very long time. It is much smaller than the X Chromosone.)
2. Do Doctors have to be retrained to recognize measles since they are coming back? (Huge outbreak in FL. Actually dangerous for unvaccinated children. Very contagious. Measles infects 9 out of 10 vs Covid infecting 3 out of 10.)
3. What is Valley Fever? (A fungal infection that gets in your lungs. Resurgence of 3 times as many cases. Yeast from the soil. Treatable.)
4. What is re-heated rice syndrome? (DO NOT REHEAT RICE the next day. Don’t steam it either. Spores still there if you leave it out of the frig.)
5. Cannabis vs Heart Disease? (New study shows that Seniors are using more cannabis. Increases risk of stroke & heart attack if you use marijuana. Doesn’t matter if you smoke, ingest, or snort it. Age doesn’t matter either. D.O.H.C. is going to have a podcast about this issue soon.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. 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 from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
6. Will we have to have YET ANOTHER BOOSTER for Covid? (CDC is recommending another one in the Spring for folks 65 and over who are @ high risk.)
7. Is metformin (and 3 other diabetic drugs under review) safe? (Yes. An oral medication for diabetic management. Total evolution in diabetic care. Evolution away from insulin.)
8. Does the Mediterranean diet decrease the risk of depression in women? (Yes. Add FISH too.)
9. Can AI find several early risk factors for Alzheimers @ least 7 years before detection? (Yes.)
10. Is pickle ball dangerous for older folks? (Yes, be certain to warm up properly.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian