REPLAY of “Talk of Stars” Segment to honor the memory of Wink Martindale – April 24, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – REPLAY of “Talk of Stars” Segment to honor the memory of Wink Martindale
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TALK OF STARS w/ Wink Martindale re: American disc jockey, radio personality, game show host, and television producer.
– DISCUSSION of his 5 decades of work. Current radio shows, 5 days a week on KWXY, 1340 AM and 92.3 FM.
Wink
P.S. CHAMBER & DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS Segment – April 23, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – P.S. CHAMBER & DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS Segment
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P.S. CHAMBER w/ C.E.O.Nona Watson; 190 W. Amado Rd., P.S. 92262 and DAP HEALTH’S “MR. COMMUNITY” w/ Steve Henke; 1695 N. Sunrise Way, P.S. 92262
N. REPORT on her recent Chamber Tour to Japan.
1. AP., 23 – Tonight; Orientation meeting for Trip to China. 7 PM.
2. May 7 – L.A. Vation; U2 Tribute; 7 PM @ the Downtown Park
3. July 17; 5 – 7 PM; Annual P.S. Aerial Tramway Mixer
N. REPORT on the Chamber’s Travel offerings.
1. July 5–13, 2025; Ireland $3,499.
2. Oct.,18-26, 2025; China $2,899.
3. Ap., 11-19, 2026; Spain $3,899.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-5277).
Nona and Steve
P.S. CHAMBER & DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS Segment – April 23, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – P.S. CHAMBER & DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS Segment
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cont. P.S. CHAMBER w/ Nona Watson; 190 W. Amado Rd., P.S. 92262 and DAP HEALTH’S “MR. COMMUNITY” w/ Steve Henke; 1695 N. Sunrise Way, P.S. 92262
S. Hold the Dates:
1. Thurs., Ap., 24 – DINING OUT FOR LIFE;
2. Ap., 25 – 6 pm Preview of NEW ART EVENT.
3. Ap., 26 – SALE of “pre-loved” art @ P.S. Revivals
4. Ap., 29; 11:30 AM – 1 PM Miss D’s Boutique.
S. Mention of all 4 Revivals; Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert and Indio.
– (contact info: www.www.pschamber.org and (760) 325-1577 and www.daphealth.org and (760) 323-2118).
Steve and Nona
Eisenhower Health Segment – April 23, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – Eisenhower Health Segment
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EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Ben Farber re: VP of Patient Care Services; Chief Nursing Officer EH and Lee Rice re: Public Information Officer. 39000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– REPORT that Eisenhower Health FOR THEIR 3RD TIME; is a “Magnet Hospital”.
L. – REPORT that during the nursing shortage in the 1930’s so there was a study as to why nurses would drive further to work at a certain hospital…i.e. why one hospital was a “magnet” for the nurses. Now EH IS THE ONLY HOSPITAL IN THE CV to be a Magnet Hospital to attract GREAT NURSES.
B. – DISCUSSION of how EH was “judged” and awarded this designation AGAIN.
B. – REPORT that the number 1 attraction is “cultural” Enough staff. Their recruitment and retention programs.
B. – DISCUSSION of where we recruit from. i.e. Canada. We have 1200 – 1400 RN’s @ EH. What the recruitment process entails. Also, going to national conferences.
B. – DISCUSSION of how/where he went into nursing. The feedback from the teams and their support of each other.
L. – REPORT that EH is the only “not for profit” hospital in the Desert. The support of their donors that is so important.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.org).
Ben and Lee
Jeff Hocker Productions Presents Segment – April 22, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – Jeff Hocker Productions Presents Segment
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JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE DESERT w/ Danny Labin, CEO 69710 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
and Jeff Hocker.
– REPORT on Hocker Productions and the events he’s been producing.
J. – DISCUSSION of Danny just becoming the CEO and coming from Israel.
D. – He grew up in S. Cal. Jewish Federation is the largest Jewish organization in the Desert. Discussion of how monies are raised and what the funds are used for. DF. of collective giving. His past w/ “Stop the Sirens”. The antisemitism here in the Country and the CV. The Federation looks to care for the vulnerable and to do philanthropic activity thru a Jewish lens. Their support of Ukraine and Russia, etc.
HOLD THE DATE: Thurs., 4.24 the World Remembrance of the Holocaust over 80 years ago. There are 25 known survivors of the Holocaust living here in the Desert. Event will be @ an undisclosed location that will be announced when you call and make a reservation. FREE EVENT.
J. REPORT that all these stories and testimonials @ the 4.24 FREE event will be videoed.
– (contact info; www.JFEDPS.org and (760) 324-4737; www.hockerproductions.com and (760) 409-1530)
Danny and Jeff
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
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
