Episodes
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It's all about attention to detail and exemplary customer service on this special Hospitality Insider episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show. Hear about the unique guest experiences provided by the boutique hotels that are part of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels.
FEATURED GUESTS:* Robert Hunt - General Manager of Alcazar Palm Springs. Visit: https://alcazarpalmsprings.com/ * Karima Zaki - Vice President of Operations of Town and Desert Hospitality. Visit: https://townanddesert.com * Adam Ramirez, owner of Luxe Hospitality Consulting LLC. Visit: www.luxehospitalityrevpar.com Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. View the hotels and sign up the the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter here: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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From lounging poolside to sunrise hiking adventures, shopping and dining, and sizzling summer lodging deals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show is all about Having a Super Summer in Palm Springs, Southern California.
FEATURED GUESTS:* KIMBERLI MUNKRES from Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. View the hotels and sign up the the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter here: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
* KIMBER FOSTER is the Director of Palm Springs Tourism. Hear about her summer recommendations for unique activities and special events that include the upcoming Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week (May 31-June 9, 2024), the performing arts, pet-friendly fun, and more. Visit: https://visitpalmsprings.com/
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From Joshua Tree National Park to the fascinating Integratron, it's all about Great Road Tripping Adventures on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:* KIMBERLI MUNKRES from Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. View the hotels and sign up the the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter here: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
* SANDI HEMMERLEIN is a writer and photojournalist. Based in L.A. but constantly on the prowl for new adventure, she spends most of her time nurturing her interest in birds, animals, neon, historic theaters, puppets, folk art, trains, and stained glass. Sandi documents everything on her own website https://www.avoidingregret.com which complements her work for PBS SoCal (as producer of the digital series SoCal Wanderer), Atlas Obscura, Los Angeles Magazine, Stacker, and many others.
* KEVIN CARLOW has been a seeker of the strange and mysterious since his early childhood, spent reading in dusty corners of libraries and running amok in the woods of Massachusetts. While making a living in the service industry full-time in the Coachella Valley these days, he also has years of experience blogging and writing professionally about topics as varied as cocktails, movies, and tarot-reading. More: https://crypticcocktails.com/
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It's all about the Fabulous Film Festivals, Screenings, and Palm Springs Movie Scene on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:
* MICHAEL C. GREEN – Executive Director of the Palm Springs Cultural Center which incubates, produces, and encourages arts and cultural programs. He is also Chair of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-owner of Triangle Inn. Visit: https://psculturalcenter.org/ & https://www.triangle-inn.com/
* BETH ELLEN - Executive Director of the Desert Film Society that promotes the appreciation of film in the Coachella Valley by providing Society members an unique opportunity to view the latest in art, international & cutting-edge independent cinema and educating members by providing a platform for discussion of the art of film and film craft. Visit: https://desertfilmsociety.org/ & https://cinemafrancaisps.org/
* THEODORE "TEDDY" GROUYA is an award-winning filmmaker, and Founder & Director of the American Documentary And Animation Film Festival and Film Fund (AmDocs), as well as the Director of the Architecture Design Art Film Festival (ADAFF). The American Documentary And Animation Film Festival (AmDocs) is the largest documentary festival on the West Coast. The 13th Annual Festival runs from March 21-25, 2024. Visit: https://www.amdocfilmfest.com/
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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The spring desert wildflower season has begun! This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show features Kimberli Munkres who represents Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels. Hear all about the spring wildflower season including where and how to witness the beauty of these wonderful wildflowers, and the local boutique hotels that have gorgeous gardens to enjoy as part of your "flower powered" experience.
Listen to this past podcast covering outdoor experiences in Palm Springs that includes hiking and cycling, jeep tours and aerial tram rides: https://youtu.be/VF73FQsqev4?feature=shared
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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Podcast photo courtesy of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels & Visit Palm Springs.
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on Winter Events, Activities, and Unique Lodging Destinations Palm Springs, California.
Featured guest is Kimberli Munkres who represents Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
MODERNISM WEEK happens Feb. 15-25, 2024. Follows are some informative links:
* Modernism Week 2024 Q&A: http://tinyurl.com/2p8um98p
* Big Blend Radio Podcast on Palm Springs Desert Modernism: http://tinyurl.com/3m637fky
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show with Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels features acclaimed designer David Rios who talks about his incredible work at the luxurious Velvet Rope Hotel and Trixie Motel.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/l8vI6QS60GE
Featuring nine unforgettable suites as well as the Valerie Bar, The Velvet Rope Hotel is a lavish Palm Springs oasis that pays homage to its Hollywood roots. Visit https://thevelvetropeps.com/
Co-owned by drag persona Trixie Mattel, the Trixie Motel is a pink paradise located in the heart of Palm Springs that features seven custom themed rooms. Visit https://trixiemotel.com/
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/38883u9e
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From the big open blue skies and desert sunshine to a supportive and inclusive community, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show features Gregory Douglass who talks about the Quality of Life that Palm Springs provides visitors and locals alike.
Along with being a noteworthy singer/songwriter and performer, Gregory is a writer for Boutiquely Palm Springs Newsletter for the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-publisher of https://www.thepalmspringsguys.com. Also visit his music site: https://gregorydouglass.com/
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/38883u9e
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on LBTGQ+ History and Upcoming Fall Events in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/0VsbMvHj1iw
Featured Guests:
- KIMBERLI MUNKRES who represents Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels @PalmSpringsStay a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
- JULIE WARREN who represents the LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the Desert, a community-based archive that documents, collects, preserves, and makes accessible the history of LGBTQ individuals, businesses, organizations, and events centered in Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. More: https://lgbtqpshistory.org/
UPCOMING LBGTQ+ EVENTS IN PALM SPRINGS:
* Pride on the Page Book Festival on Oct 13-14: https://tinyurl.com/4e29v6kj
* Out on the Walk Exhibit – Celebrating LGBT Honorees on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars: https://lgbtqpshistory.org/
* Palm Springs Public Library - Drag Story Hour on Oct. 24: https://tinyurl.com/bdddwaad
* Palm Springs Public Library – Art of Drag Art Exhibit on Nov. 18: https://tinyurl.com/bdhpmbhy
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Photos: Pride on Page 2022 featuring Sharon Gless and Peter Paige last year, credit David A Lee; and Drag Story Hour featuring Bella da Ball.
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From a solo rereat or romantic escape, to a girlfriends getaway or family reunion, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on Women's Travel in Palm Springs, California.
Featured guest is Kimberli Munkres who represents the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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It's all about The Arts & Summer Fun on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on outdoor adventures in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Vvi60e0qOvk
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
- Scott Slaven - Palm Springs Art Museum - https://www.psmuseum.org/
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show Celebrates LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/bTfnevq9hRg
FEATURED GUESTS:
- KENT TAYLOR, GM of Descanso Resort, a newly refurbished, completely reimagined men’s resort in Palm Springs. Visit: https://descansoresort.com/
- BILL SANDERSON, co-owner of Townie Bagels and VP of Desert Gay Tourism Guild. Visit: https://www.towniebagels.com/ and https://www.palmspringsgayinfo.com/
- GREGORY DOUGLASS, singer/songwriter, and writer for Boutiquely Palm Springs Newsletter, and https://www.thepalmspringsguys.com. Also visit: https://gregorydouglass.com/
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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From hiking and cycling to jeep tours, aerial tram rides, and sunbathing poolside, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on outdoor adventures in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/VF73FQsqev4
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
- Madison Morgan - Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - https://pstramway.com/
- Ben Crabb - Big Wheel Tours - https://bwbtours.com/
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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From relaxing poolside to sipping cocktails, rocking out at concerts, exploring the great outdoors, and savoring unique dining experiences, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show features Kimberli Munkres who discusses what there is to experience this spring in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Udtp1tppnuU
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com
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Attending a Conference or Business Retreat in Palm Springs? Or maybe you're looking for a sunny and relaxing destination to work remotely? It's all about Mixing Business with Pleasure in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JeBZ4eqP1Bo
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com
- Robert Hunt - Alcazar Hotel Palm Springs - https://alcazarpalmsprings.com
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It's all about Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPSH), a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/kD6ajmhvQUw
FEATURED GUESTS:
- MICHAEL GREEN - General Manager of the Palm Springs Cultural Center, Chair of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-owner of Triangle Inn - see: https://www.triangle-inn.com/
- KATHY CONDON - Journalist, travel writer, and contributor to PSPSH's Boutiquely Palm Springs blog, and publisher of http://www.palmspringsinsiderguide.com/
- KURT CYR - Designer, writer, mid-century modern expert, and owner and operator of Palm Springs Mod Squad Architecture & Design Tours - see: https://www.psmodsquad.com/
Stay and Play in Sunny Palm Springs! Visit https://www.authenticpalmsprings.com/ to plan your escape!
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It's all about Romantic Stays in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's brand new 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.
Featured Guests:
- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com
- Steve Siehl - The Hacienda at Warm Sands - https://thehacienda.com/
- Karina Castaneda - Los Arboles Hotel and El Mirasol Restaurants - https://losarboleshotel.com/ and https://www.elmirasolrest.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Ar53wJ7CKyw
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It's all about Shopping Independent and Staying Independent on this episode of Big Blend Radio's brand new 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.
Featured Guests:
- Joy Brown Meredith - Crystal Fantasy & Main Street Palm Springs - https://crystalfantasy.com/ and https://palmcanyondrive.org/
- Sam McDermott - Inn at Palm Springs - https://www.innatpalmsprings.com/
- Jason Ball – Old Ranch Inn - https://oldranchinn.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/RfJ5Fddjt80
SPECIAL TRAVEL DISCOUNT: Both Inn at Palm Springs and Old Ranch Inn are offering our Big Blend Radio audience a 15% discount. Just book online through their websites listed above, and use the code "Big Blend." Offer is valid until midnight, Dec. 31, 2023!
Stay Authentic in Palm Springs: https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com
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