Search Results

Hour 2 Seg 2 - Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. P.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE w/ C.E.O. Nona Watson re; 190 W. Amado Rd., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - HOLD THE DATES; ROCK THE PARK – the 1st Wed., of every month @ the Downtown Park. FREE. @ 7 PM 2. Mar., 4 – “Always, Adele” 3. Ap., 1 – “Songbird” the singular tribute to Barbra Streisand 4. May 6 – “Listen to the Music” A Doobie Brothers Tribute. - HOLD THE DATE; 1. Mar., 26; 11:30 AM – 1 PM; “Police and Fire Appreciation Luncheon” @ P.S. Convention Center. 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs. Featuring Andrew Mills (P.S. Police Chief); Marty Massiello (Pres. & CEO of Eisenhower Health); Paul Alvarado (P.S. Fire Chief) $90. Per person - REPORT on the Walk of Stars Dedications presented by the Chamber and FREE to the public. We’re up to 468 stars. - CHAMBER TRIPS; 1. Ap., 11 to Spain 2. July 11 – 19; 9 day package trip to Finland. $3,999. 3. Oct., to Scotland @ just one hotel. 4. Ap., 16 – 24, 2027 – Morocco. $3,999. 5. July 11 – 19, 2027 - Germany. $4,299. 6. Oct., 16 – 23, 2027 – South Korea $3,999. - (contact info: www.pschamber.org and (760) 325-1577). Nona

Hour 2 Seg 4 - Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. PALM SPRINGS SYMPHONY/PLAZA THEATRE w/ Marilyn Benakowski (founding member) and Maestro Tom Hartley A 501C3 organization. Symphony in residence @ the Plaza Theater. - REPORT on their mission statement; Our mission is to provide a professional orchestral group to enhance and enrich the cultural life of Palm Springs and the greater C.V. To offer concerts, recitals and special events with programs of musical and artistic excellence that entertain educate and engage the audience. We are also dedicated to giving free concerts to children where they can experience a live symphony orchestra. - REPORT on the Tues., Feb., 17, 2026 concert; “From Mozart to Modern: A Symphony Across Time” and a celebration of “Fat Tuesday” @ Plaza Theatre Miss Joey English as guest conductor. - HOLD THE DATES: 1. Tues., Mar., 31, 2026; “An Evening of Elegance: Elizabeth Pitcairin & the Red Violin” @ Plaza Theatre 2. Sat., May 9, 2026; “May Musical Mischief: A Symphony of Surprises” for Mom @ Plaza Theatre 3. Sat., July 4, 2026; “Liberty & Legacy: Celebrating 250 Years of America” @ Plaza Theatre - DISCUSSION of how to support, donate, purchase tickets etc., - (contact info; www.palmsprings-symphony.org and (760) 773-2575) Marilyn and Tom

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, - QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS” 1. How legit is the TV commercial about practically INSTANT life insurance w/ no physical and no rate increase and co cancellation? (There are carriers that offer this service. ON DENNIS’S WEBSITE, go to Ethos. No physical is required, you can tell on DENNIS’S WEBSITE and match the policy up to what you can afford. Great program. Going thru DENNIS’S WEBSITE, you have Ascend in your corner.) 2. Do you get the money IMMEDIATELY upon death? (Your rate is locked in for whatever term you picked and upon death, as long as you told the truth on your application you get 100% of the death benefit. Suicide has a different clause.) - DISCUSSION that most claims in the CV are for WATER damage. NOT FLOOD, but water leakage etc., - REPORT that everyone’s rates will go up. Dennis can “shop” this for you and/or you can raise your deductible. - REPORT that some companies are coming back to CA. but they insist that you get a higher deductible or get a water shut-off valve (that you can control from your cell phone in an water emergency in your home.) - REPORT that your car insurance rate going down is dependent on your mileage. - (contact info: www.ascendins.com and (760) 341-3477). Dennis

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 globe than any other brand. - REPORT that his team is SELECTIVE AND SENSITIVE. Nothing is foreign to Brady’s team. - REPORT on 2025 Real Estate Market; There are 4 types of people in the market. 1. Shoppers (who shop based on price) 2. Buyers (who buy for specific reasons) 3. Property Owners (who want to keep or sell) 4. Sellers who price correctly (most important category). - DISCUSSION of how Brady travels around to get referrals. - 2025 was best if you were a seller who priced property or a buyer who paid the correct price. - QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS” about Current Interest Rates. Where are they today and how will that impact someone being able to re-finance or stay in the home they love? Will Interest Rates influence the price of real estate? 1. Every week BSREG looks @ the market. IT IS STEADY. 30% buy homes above 1 million dollars. 2. Of the folks buying, some could pay cash and some will get a mortgage. “Date the rate and marry the house”. 3. People buy real estate to solve a problem or something they can’t get in their present home. 4. Work w/ a local agent to see which solution will work best for you. 5. Use a “buy down” the interest rate or do a “temporary buy down”. BSREG partners w/ a local lender. Investors pay a higher rate. 6. DISCUSSION of who pays the “buy down”. Buyer or Seller. 7. DISCUSSION that many real estate agents aren’t familiar w/ the term “buy down”. - REPORT that BSREG is still selling one home EVERY DAY IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY. - ANNOUNCEMENT that Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group has been voted #1 – HIGHEST PRODUCING TEAM - for FIVE YEARS. All types of reasons come into play about why folks sell. Google shows Brady Sandahl has over 350 Five-star reviews. - REPORT that you MUST NOT, SHOULD NOT depend on Zillow. You are directed to an agent that has paid Zillow for that lead. - BRADY is the local educator for the Coachella Valley. Named #1 Team by Palm Springs Life. - (contact info: www.bradysandahl.com and (760) 656-6052). Brady

Hour 3 Seg 3 - Jewish Family Services Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF THE DESERT w/ Kraig Johnson , Executive Director. 490 s. Farrell Drive. Ste., C-208. Palm Springs, CA. 92262. HOLD THE DATE; - WED., MAR., 11, FRANK GOLDSTIN’S MOMENTOUS EVENT’S presentation of “AN EVENING @ THE MUSEUM” @ the Annenberg. Honoring Joanne and Myron Mintz w/ the 2026 JFS Humanitarian Award. 1. VIP reception in the Museum. 2. Willie Rhine’s “849” will be catering. 3. DJ Mod Girl will be there. 4. Then the show in the Annenberg Theater w/ Chris Ruggiero. Variety of his music. 5. Tickets on the website. - REPORT ON JFS of the Desert. 1. Been around 40 years. 2. Services include; Counseling, Community Improvement & Impact, Support Programs, Scholarships and Programming for Holocaust Survivors, Financial Resources, etc. - DISCUSSION that one does NOT have to be of the Jewish Faith to receive help. - (contact info; www.jfsdesert.org and (760) 325-4088). Kraig

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/ Lee Rice , Public Information Office, Carl Rushing and Bill Stark , Volunteers 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 by providing excellence in patient care, supported by education and research. - TOPIC FOR TODAY; MENDED HEARTS OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY. 1. Mended Hearts of CV is here to walk beside you if you or a loved one is living w/ heart disease, recovery and healing and is feeling overwhelmed. 2. All the volunteers of Mended Hearts HAVE BEEN HEART PATIENTS THEMSELVES. 3. Mended Hearts will; connect you w/ people who truly understand what you are going through. Share experiences in a safe, welcoming environment. Teach you practical tools for living well w/ heart disease and help you find encouragement, reassurance, and hope. - REPORT on chapter website and newsletter; https://bit.ly/MendedHeartsofCoachellaValley. - (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.org and (760) 340-3911). Lee, Carl and Bill

Presented thru the generosity of Desert Lifestyle Properties’s Ben Leaskou, for all your real estate needs. www.desertlifestyleproperties.com and (760) 818-7518. “Desert Lifestyle, Redefined” SUNDAY 2.22 - 3 – 4 PM; National George Washington BDay 1. WHO; PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER. WHAT; “My Husband Makes Movies” the films of John Schlesinger hosted by Michael Childers. WHEN; MON., FEB., 23; “A KIND OF LOVING” WHERE; Historic Camelot Theatre @ P.S. Cultural Center on Baristo, in P.S. WEB; www.psculturalcenter.org. 2. WHO; DON’T MIND ME & FOXY’S present WHAT; 5th Annual Mental Health Gala & Golf Tournament WHEN; SAT., FEB., 28 AND SUNDAY MAR., 1 WHERE; Twin Palms @ the Frank Sinatra Estate AND 7 Lakes Golf & Country Club. WEB; www.dontmindme.org. 3. WHO; FANTASY SPRINGS WHAT: Emmy-award winning comic, John Mulaney. WHEN; MAR., 7; 8 PM WHERE; Special Events Center WEB: www.FantasySpringsResort.com. 4. WHO; MC CALLUM THEATRE MUSES ANNUAL FUNDRAISER. WHAT; “Studio 54” Fundraiser for the McCallum’s Education Dept. WHEN; MARCH 2; 4:30 - 6 WHERE; Renaissance Esmeralda, Indian Wells WEB; www.mccallumtheatre.com. 5. WHO; OSCAR’S PALM SPRINGS’s DAN GORE WHAT: Jack Donahue – Cabaret artist WHEN; MAR., 18; 7 PM WHERE; 125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., P.S. CA. WEB; www.oscarspalmsprings.com. SUNDAY; 2.22 - 4 – 5 PM. National California Day 1. WHO; DESERT-THEATRICALS Josh and Ray, want you to know. WHAT; The Broadway Under the Stars tix are available WHEN; “CHICAGO” 3.13-15; AND “CABARET” 4.17-19. WHERE; 71560 San Jacinto Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. WEB; www.desert-theatricals.com. 2.WHO; DAP HEALTH C.E.O. DAVID BRINKMAN wants you to know; WHAT; Feb., is National Children’s (Health) Dental Month. WHEN; ALL OF FEBRUARY. WHERE: 10 locations in 6 cities. WEB; www.daphealth.org. 3. WHO; REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY’S Gary Powers wants you to know; WHAT: “J.B.K.O.” The Life, the Legend, the Legacy. WHEN; MAR., 20 - 29, 2026 WHERE; 611 S. Palm Cyn. In the Sun Shopping Center. WEB; www.revolutionstagecompany.com. 4. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS Chairman Milanovich wants you to know. WHAT; ‘Chippendales” WHEN; MAR., 20; 5, 8 PM WHERE; THE SHOW in Rancho Mirage. WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com and www.desertsymphony.org. 5. WHO; THE PALM CANYON THEATRE WHAT; “Hair”. WHEN; THRU MAR., 1 WHERE: 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs WEB; www.palmcanyontheatre.net. SUNDAY 2.22 - 5 – 6 PM; National Margarita Day 1. WHO; CV REP;S Artistic Director Adam Karsten wants you to see WHAT; “Guys ‘n Dolls” WHEN; FEB.,25 – MAR., 15 WHERE; 68510 E. Palm Cayn., Dr., Cathedral City WEB; www.cvrep.org. 2. WHO; ACRISURE ARENA IS JUST ANNOUNCING WHAT: “Cadiciado” WHEN; MAR., 6 WHERE: Acrisure Arena WEB; www.acrisurearena.com. 3. WHO; WHO; MOMENTOUS EVENTS’ FRANK GOLDSTIN presents WHAT: Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center Champion Honors Luncheon w/ Nadia Murad (Time Magazine’s Woman of the Year and Nobel Peace Prize winner. WHEN; MAR., 6 WHERE; J.W. Mariott WEB: www.barbarasinatrachildrenscenter.org/news-events. 4. WHO; JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF THE DESERT w/ MOMENTOUS EVENTS PRESENTS WHAT: “An Evening @ the Museum” starring Chris Ruggiero WHEN; MAR., 11 WHERE: Palm Springs Art Museum WEB; www.jfsdesert.org/an-evening-at-the-museum. 5. WHO; CREATIVE ARTS TEMPLE W/ RABBI JERRY CUTLER WHAT; CAT FNL (Creative Arts Temple/Friday Night Live) Streaming brief Shabbat Services w/ The Cutlers. WHEN; FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT OF EVERY MONTH @ 5 PM. WHERE: Facebook & YouTube & Live WEB; www.creativeartstemple.org. For further reference to the JEDD, visit my website www.joeyenglish.com .

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/ Tim Webster re: “Aspen Mills”. 1.) 555 S. Sunrise Way, P.S. 92264. (since 1995) Open Mon. – Sat.,7 AM - 6:30 PM. 2.) Inside Clarks Nutrition Café @ 34175 Monterey Ave., R. M., 92270; Open 10 AM – 5 PM. 3.) 46-520 Washington St., La Quinta; Open 7 AM – 5 PM. 4.) Inside the Rancho Mirage Library; Open 10 AM – 4 PM. Also @ Thurs., night Village Fest in Palm Springs and Village Fest @ COD. - REPORT that there are 30 different types of breads. Can custom bake bagels and breads upon request. - REPORT that they have lunch box deliveries, catering. - DISCUSSION of the staff parties they do the ordering-in for. - REPORT on the sandwich trays any time. Comes w/ potato salads, pickles, cookies and can be delivered. The same items can be in sandwich boxes. - REPORT that the 5 different salads that can be in large quantities. - REPORT on the 30 different kinds of breads. No preservatives in any of their breads. Any bread “flavor” can be made into rolls. - REPORT on how to order by phone, email etc., THEY DELIVER. - REPORT on the fact that they have been open since 1995. Always closed on Sundays. - (contact info: www.aspenmillsbakery.com and (760) 323-3123). Aspen Mills

Hour 1 Seg 2 - Talk of Stars Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. TALK OF STARS w/ Sweet Baby J’ai re; A Live Black History Month Celebration in Palm Springs. - HOLD THE DATE; Fri., Feb., 20; ‘WHERE HISTORY SWINGS, SINGS & TESTIFIES” - REPORT the event is at The Agua Caliente Casino’s Cascade Lounge in Palm Springs. Tickets available @ www.sunsetmusic.org. - REPORT on performers; Sweet Baby J’ai; Melba Miller; Rick Taylor; Lynne Jassem and Aalon. - REPORT that there will be a raffle as well. - DISCUSSION of the support of the Sunset Music & Education Foundation, that provides musical instruments to kids in the Coachella Valley. - REPORT on her article in Rancho Mirage Magazine. - DISCUSSION of her years cancer free. - (contact info: www.sunsetmusic.org). Sweet Baby J’ai

Hour 1 Seg 3 - Theatre Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY/TALK OF STARS w/ Gary Powers , re: Founding Artistic Director; 611 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264, a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization and Nathan Wilson, director, performer and choreographer. - DISCUSSION of Mission Statement; To present innovative and substantive theater, including musicals, dramas, and educational programs. - DISCUSSION about “Pippin”, the production, the cast, the dancing, the music, the MAGIC. - HOLD THE DATES; 1. “PIPPIN” NOW thru Mar., 1. We’ve got “magic to do”. w/ 14 in the cast. 2. “An Evening of Words and Music w/ Roxy Music’s Phil Manzanera.” Feb., 17 3. “Simply Sondheim” a fundraiser for the Revolution Stage Company. Feb., 22 4. “Michael Orland’s Open Mic Night” Feb., 24 - (contact info; www.revolutionstagecompany.com and (760) 318-4115). Nathan and Gary

Hour 1 Seg 4 - Theatre Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. 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 are conducted AND anyone can send in a tape, video, etc. to audition at any time. - REPORT on the upcoming shows; HOLD THE DATES” 1. NOW THRU – Mar., 1; Hair 2. Mar., 13 – Ap., 5, ’26; – Sunset Blvd 3. Ap., 17 – 26, ’26; Kiss of the Spider Woman 4. May 8 – 17, ’26; The Ritz 5. May 22 – 24, ’26; The Merry Widow 6. 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

Hour 2 Seg 1 - Co-Linq Foundation Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. 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. - REPORT that the homeless are called “un-housed”. - DISCUSSION of communal living; multi-generational, multi-economics and multi-loneliness. - DISCUSSION of the high isolation that exists in our community. How they want to frame and support a life for their clients. - REPORT that loneliness is epidemic today. - REPORT on how this works in today’s society. How people can establish their own communities. - REPORT that one of the biggest issues is PRIVACY. - REPORT on the balance of independence they desire. - REPORT that all legal work will be done in advance by Co-Linq. - 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 can be. - 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