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May 2026 Reviews
May 30 - Starting early to celebrate Marilyn's 100th June 1, w/ lots of "Marilyns" downtown Palm Springs. May 30 - Happy Natal Day to Miss Ruta Lee. SOOO GLAD YOU WERE BORN!!! May 28 - The Palm Springs Citywide Arts and Culture Celebration kickoff for "XOXO Palm Springs" @ the Plaza Theatre was memorable, FOR CERTAIN. Kudos to Amy Blaisdell & the City of Palm Springs. Kudos to three very different and diverse acts (yes, Palm Springs is diverse, lol) were expertly emceed by Co
Nigel Dettelbach
Jun 12 min read


May Appearances 2026
#12 - May 30 - Starting early to celebrate Marilyn's 100th June 1, w/ lots of "Marilyns" downtown Palm Springs. #11 - May 30 - Happy Natal Day to Miss Ruta Lee. SOOO GLAD YOU WERE BORN!!! #10 - May 28 - The Palm Springs Citywide Arts and Culture Celebration kickoff for "XOXO Palm Springs" @ the Plaza Theatre was memorable, FOR CERTAIN. Kudos to Amy Blaisdell & the City of Palm Springs. Kudos to three very different and diverse acts (yes, Palm Springs is diverse, lol) were exp
Nigel Dettelbach
Jun 13 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Marc Lodovico re: “Vicky’s of Santa Fe”; 45-100 Club Dr., Indian Wells, CA. 92210 – Open 6 days a week, closed Sunday. - REPORT on all the areas for dining and drinking. - REPORT on the new stage in the Lounge. - REPORT on the bar area and the special drinks. - DISCUSSION of the dining areas. 1. Lounge, 2. Bar, Di
Nigel Dettelbach
May 311 min read


Talk of Stars Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 3 - Talk of Stars Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. TALK OF STARS w/ Brian Ellis re; His book; “Palm Springs Maitre d”, a Memoir”, Secrets and stories from behind the Podium. - REPORT that the book was written by Brian Ellis and his wife, Robyn Tornabeni Ellis. - DISCUSSION of his history in Palm Springs and his many years @ Melvyn’s Restaurant for Mel Haber. - DISCUSSION of his many awards; 1. 1990
Nigel Dettelbach
May 311 min read


Theatre Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 4 - Theatre Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. CV REP w/ Adam Karsten re: Executive Artistic Director @ CVRep 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Cathedral City, CA. 92234 - HOLD THE DATES FOR THE SUMMER CABARET SERIES in JUNE; 1. June 2 – June 25; - 6.2 – Jason Graae - 6.4 – Nita Whitaker - 6.9 – Bligh Voth & Joel Decandio - 6.11 – Jennifer Leigh Warren - 6.16 – Nicholas Rodriguez - 6.18 – Mark Arthur Miller -
Nigel Dettelbach
May 311 min read


Talk of Stars Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 2 Seg 1 - Talk of Stars Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. TALK OF STARS w/ John Ferrare. re: Desert Shakespeare Festival @ the Plaza Theatre. 128 S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - HOLD THE DATE; 1. Sat., June 13; 2 and 8 PM. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” tickets @ www.palmspringsplazatheatre.com. - DISCUSSION of this wacky, wild, and wonderful crazy DIFFERENT romp through Shakespeare. - REPORT th
Nigel Dettelbach
May 311 min read


Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 2 Seg 2 - Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. HIS OFFICES; 75-410 Gerald Ford Dr., Ste., 102, Palm Desert, 92211. BRIAN IS A BROKER. - REPORT that notice came from CMS, the governing body of Medicare about changes in 2026. Brian has to fill out a form that says he has permission to meet w/ a beneficiary BEFORE he meets w/ them. “Busy abo
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


“Legal Eagle” Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 2 Seg 3 - “Legal Eagle” Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT L. FIRTH w/ Robert Firth re: 68910 Adelina Road, Cathedral City, CA. 92234. - QUESTIONS from Joey Pals. 1. Is it ok to record a phone (NO, and it is actually a CRIME w/ a possible jail sentence. You must notify EVERYONE on the call and AROUND THE CALL of your intent to record. Some states it’s OK, but NOT IN CALIFORNIA.) - DIS
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 2 Seg 4 - Navy League/American Legion/Helping Heroes USA Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. NAVY LEAGUE/AMERICAN LEGION/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 & Nati
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


Insurance Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 3 Seg 1 - Insurance Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. ASCEND INSURANCE w/ Dennis Van Buskirk, 36917 Cook St., Ste., 101, Palm Desert, CA. 92211 - REPORT on his family and the upcoming wedding - REPORT on how Ascend services folks whose insurance companies are LEAVING CA.; not writing in CA.; requiring a central alarm etc., How Ascend will look for a better rate, more coverage, get your Declaration page; s
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


Real Estate Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 3 Seg 2 - Real Estate Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. BRADY SANDAHL REAL ESTATE GROUP/KELLER WILLIAMS LUXURY HOMES w/ Brady Sandahl re: 70005 Mirage Cove Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270. - REPORT that Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group/Keller Williams Luxury Homes has three offices; Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and La Quinta. Part of the largest real estate sales force on the planet. More agents around the gl
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


Momentous Events Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 3 Seg 3 - Momentous Events Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. MOMENTOUS EVENTS w/ Frank Goldstin re; 777 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way. Ste., 200, Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - DISCUSSION of the next season that is already being planned. - HOLD THE DATES; 1. SEASON #4; BROADWAY’S BEST IN THE WEST will continue @ the Palm Springs Cultural Center AND will re-launch in Dec., Jan., Feb., Mar., and the Gala in the spring.
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


Eisenhower Health Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 3 Seg 4 - Eisenhower Health Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Dr. Eric Leroux Sr. VP & Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer for Eisenhower Health and Lee Rice, Public Information Office, re: 39000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 922709. - MISSION STATEMENT: EH is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the changing healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley region
Nigel Dettelbach
May 311 min read


Joey English Daily Datebook - May 31, 2026
SUNDAY 3 – 4 PM: Nat’l No Tobacco Day 1. WHO; THE PALM SPRINGS PLAZA THEATRE. WHAT; Desert Shakespeare Festival WHEN; JUNE 13; 2 PM & 8 PM WHERE; Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs 128 S. Palm Cyn. WEB; www.palmspringsplazatheatre.com 2. WHO; ACT FOR MS WHAT; Slim Man & Chase Huna WHEN; JUNE 7; 3 – 6 PM WHERE; Bellatrix Restaurant @ Classic Club WEB; www.actforms.org 3. WHO; PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER WHAT; XOXO Palm Springs; Classic films; i.e. Sinatra in P.S. Whisky hour. WHE
Nigel Dettelbach
May 312 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. 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. - REPORT @ MARACAS RESTAURANT. - DISCUSSION of the new menu he might be offering. - DISCUSSION of all the vegetarian things he offers. More “summer”-type offerings. - DISCUSSION of how the
Nigel Dettelbach
May 241 min read


Crossroads-To-Care Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 2 - Crossroads-To-Care Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. CROSSROADS TO CARE (housecalls are back) w/ Patricia Ryan, MSN, ANP-BC re; Presented through the generosity of www.VitalFactors.com. The answer to how to have more natural energy and how to feel years younger. The famous “fizzies” I love so much. www.vitalfactors.com. - EXPLANATION OF PATRICIA’S SERVICES: An adult nurse-practitioner who makes
Nigel Dettelbach
May 242 min read


Talk of Stars Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 3 - Talk of Stars Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. TALK OF STARS w/ Michael Childers and Kristin Olson re; Michael Childers Nude Yoga Series. - PRESENTED by Kristin’s Urban Yoga Center; 1695 N. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA. 92262. www.UrbanYoga.org (760) 320-7702. - HOLD THE DATES; 1. MAY 29 & 30; 6 – 9 PM – PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT – Michael Childers “Nude Yoga Series” @ ART @ 401 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., P
Nigel Dettelbach
May 241 min read


Theatre Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 4 - Theatre Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. DEZART PERFORMS w/ Michael Shaw 605 S. Riverside Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264 - MISSION STATEMENT; To use the performing arts to enrich the life and culture of the Coachella Valley Community. To provide an artistic home for bold and cutting-edge plays, creating an atmosphere of artistic growth for actors, writers, and directors who produce bold, cutting-
Nigel Dettelbach
May 241 min read


Palm Springs Symphony Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 2 Seg 1 - Palm Springs Symphony Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. PALM SPRINGS SYMPHONY w/ Founder Marilyn Benachowski and Roger Benachowski Founder and Board Pres.) re: 37387 Turnberry Isle Dr., Palm Desert, CA. 92211. - DEFINITION; The Palm Springs Symphony is a nonprofit orchestral organization based in Palm Springs, Ca, serving as the Symphony-in-Residence at the historic Palm Springs Plaza Theatre.
Nigel Dettelbach
May 241 min read


Mr. Community/DAPHealth/Revivals Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 2 Seg 2 - Mr. Community/DAPHealth/Revivals Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. MR. COMMUNITY/DAPHEATH/REVIVALS w/ Steve Henke re: 1695 N. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA. 92262. - ANNOUNCEMENT that June is Men’s Health Month. - REPORT that the website will have information about men’s health issues; heart, anal and colorectal cancer, diabetes, etc., - REPORT and educational material about why men DO and DON’T
Nigel Dettelbach
May 241 min read
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