<![CDATA[Jeff Hocker Show]]>499ec736-c93a-5113-9fd0-5a1041763faaThu, 04 Sep 2025 08:57:30 +0000Captivate.fmRadio111.comhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/1affabec-2212-4b93-ad11-6da217a39b69/roc2Kp767cXKCG7apQLXYQHu.pngJeff Hocker ShowRadio111.comRadio111.comThe Greater Palm Springs region is home to one of the Golden State's largest per-capita populations of LGBTQ+ people and their supporters. The Coachella Valley attracts millions of visitors from all around the globe every year with large pride festivals, the annual White Party and Dinah Shore weekends, and Palm Springs has one of the most progressive city governments with majority LGBTQ elected City Council members. As a year-round playground and home for equality-minded residents and visitors, community organizer, activist and cheerleader Jeff Hocker hosts a weekly forum talking about all things fabulous and LGBTQ from Radio111.https://www.radio111.com/jeff-hocker-show.htmlfalseepisodicnopodcastJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Becky Hayter, Wet For HerJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Becky Hayter, Wet For HerJeff Hocker talks with Becky Hayter, the marketing director for Wet For Her about the company's focus on creating pleasure-enhancing adult toys created with the diversity of the LGBTQI+ community in mind. Founded by Alice Derock, Wet For Her is super-serving the product needs of women who are intimate with other women and with transgender persons in various states of expression to help with their satisfaction. Hayter also talks about the diversity in their organization, which is a departure from the traditionally male-dominated adult toy industry.

Visit Wet For Her on the Internet.

]]>Jeff Hocker talks with Becky Hayter, the marketing director for Wet For Her about the company's focus on creating pleasure-enhancing adult toys created with the diversity of the LGBTQI+ community in mind. Founded by Alice Derock, Wet For Her is super-serving the product needs of women who are intimate with other women and with transgender persons in various states of expression to help with their satisfaction. Hayter also talks about the diversity in their organization, which is a departure from the traditionally male-dominated adult toy industry.

Visit Wet For Her on the Internet.

]]>7fe63885-a4f0-4538-bd15-9480a7ce36e7Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:15:00 -070017:30falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Cindy Williams, ActressJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Cindy Williams, ActressMe, Myself & Shirley is coming to the Annenberg Theatre in Palm Springs for four performances January 20th through the 22nd. Actress Cindy Williams whose illustrious career includes the popular '70s and 80s-era sitcom Laverne & Shirley on ABC Television and the iconic film American Graffiti visits with Jeff Hocker on this episode about her love of stage and screen and talks about what audiences will be treated to in her 90-minute one-woman show. Hear highlights from her backstage stories and tales of the Who's Who she has collaborated with on- and off-screen!

Get tickets for the performance by CLICKING HERE.

]]>Me, Myself & Shirley is coming to the Annenberg Theatre in Palm Springs for four performances January 20th through the 22nd. Actress Cindy Williams whose illustrious career includes the popular '70s and 80s-era sitcom Laverne & Shirley on ABC Television and the iconic film American Graffiti visits with Jeff Hocker on this episode about her love of stage and screen and talks about what audiences will be treated to in her 90-minute one-woman show. Hear highlights from her backstage stories and tales of the Who's Who she has collaborated with on- and off-screen!

Get tickets for the performance by CLICKING HERE.

]]>58147db0-7e39-49b4-8621-16dc6a02f332Tue, 04 Jan 2022 00:15:00 -070017:30falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Jerry R. Soria-Foust of PSGMC; Paul Belsito & Steven Roche of Filmmakers GalleryJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Jerry R. Soria-Foust of PSGMC; Paul Belsito & Steven Roche of Filmmakers GalleryJeff Hocker introduces the Coachella Valley to the new Artistic Director for the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus and talks all about their upcoming Winter concert, Sparkle, Twinkle, Jingle! Jerry R. Soria-Foust talks about his Southern California homecoming and plans for the continued growth of the chorus. Then, Paul Belsito and Steven Roche, owners of The Filmmaker's Gallery share their incredible life stories and how they founded this highly creative project.

]]>Jeff Hocker introduces the Coachella Valley to the new Artistic Director for the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus and talks all about their upcoming Winter concert, Sparkle, Twinkle, Jingle! Jerry R. Soria-Foust talks about his Southern California homecoming and plans for the continued growth of the chorus. Then, Paul Belsito and Steven Roche, owners of The Filmmaker's Gallery share their incredible life stories and how they founded this highly creative project.

]]>e94f474a-cd51-42f2-97eb-1c4b445d71ebTue, 16 Nov 2021 13:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Robbie Wayne, Desert Rose PlayhouseJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Robbie Wayne, Desert Rose PlayhouseComing off of two consecutive weeks of major events in Palm Springs for the LGBTQ+ community, Jeff Hocker and John McMullen recap the prior weekend's Pride festivities and talk about the continued need for pride events in communities near and far. Then, Jeff welcomes to the broadcast Robbie Wayne, Owner of the Desert Rose Playhouse. They talk about a number of events happening in the space and the next major event: Hedwig and the Angry Inch. They also discuss the theatre's plans to bring a greater stand-up comedy showcase to the Coachella Valley.

]]>Coming off of two consecutive weeks of major events in Palm Springs for the LGBTQ+ community, Jeff Hocker and John McMullen recap the prior weekend's Pride festivities and talk about the continued need for pride events in communities near and far. Then, Jeff welcomes to the broadcast Robbie Wayne, Owner of the Desert Rose Playhouse. They talk about a number of events happening in the space and the next major event: Hedwig and the Angry Inch. They also discuss the theatre's plans to bring a greater stand-up comedy showcase to the Coachella Valley.

]]>2cb1b8d4-c2c5-49d0-a47b-4d06ef7c3baaTue, 09 Nov 2021 13:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Ron deHarte, Craig Ramsay, David GrayJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Ron deHarte, Craig Ramsay, David GrayRon deHarte, President and CEO of Greater Palm Springs Pride kicks off this week's show with a discussion about all of the festivities throughout this Pride Week in Palm Springs. Then, reality personality and celebrity trainer Craig Ramsay joins the conversation and shares with us highlights from his career and talks about the upcoming Pride Run.

This week's program wraps up when David Gray, Co-Founder of LGBTQ+ History Archives of the Desert visits with Jeff Hocker to discuss how the Archives came about and the Pride weekend exhibition in Palm Springs at the downtown Library.

]]>Ron deHarte, President and CEO of Greater Palm Springs Pride kicks off this week's show with a discussion about all of the festivities throughout this Pride Week in Palm Springs. Then, reality personality and celebrity trainer Craig Ramsay joins the conversation and shares with us highlights from his career and talks about the upcoming Pride Run.

This week's program wraps up when David Gray, Co-Founder of LGBTQ+ History Archives of the Desert visits with Jeff Hocker to discuss how the Archives came about and the Pride weekend exhibition in Palm Springs at the downtown Library.

]]>0025a55e-ec2b-4760-9cf7-ff395f11fdceTue, 02 Nov 2021 13:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Darrell Tucci, Brent Heinze, Kyle T. Hester, Eddie VonaJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Darrell Tucci, Brent Heinze, Kyle T. Hester, Eddie VonaDarrell Tucci, the Chief Development & Strategy Officer at DAP Health returns to talk with Jeff Hocker about the upcoming Desert AIDS Walk. The annual fundraising event is returning in-person after being held last year as a virtual event. Brent Heinze, Clinical Counselor and mastermind behind the music duo Probe 7 will be performing on Halloween at the big Halloween Palm Springs event on Arenas Road. He talks about that and the music they sing. And, this week, Jeff will wrap up with actors and singers Kyle T. Hester and Eddie Vona about their upcoming performance of the smash hit rock musical Girlfriend marking the return of in-person theatre at Dezart Performs.

]]>Darrell Tucci, the Chief Development & Strategy Officer at DAP Health returns to talk with Jeff Hocker about the upcoming Desert AIDS Walk. The annual fundraising event is returning in-person after being held last year as a virtual event. Brent Heinze, Clinical Counselor and mastermind behind the music duo Probe 7 will be performing on Halloween at the big Halloween Palm Springs event on Arenas Road. He talks about that and the music they sing. And, this week, Jeff will wrap up with actors and singers Kyle T. Hester and Eddie Vona about their upcoming performance of the smash hit rock musical Girlfriend marking the return of in-person theatre at Dezart Performs.

]]>b4d11b87-5b65-498a-a9fd-3cecb556c152Tue, 26 Oct 2021 13:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Colton Ford & Izzy La Reina, EntertainersJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Colton Ford & Izzy La Reina, EntertainersThis week, Jeff Hocker welcomes two extremely talented performers to the show. Colton Ford is a singer, actor and adult entertainment icon who will be part of the festivities the last weekend of October at Palm Springs Leather Pride. He talks about his versatile career on stage, screen and in the recording studio.

Then, singer-dancer Izzy La Reina talks about her rise from an eight-year-old singer in church to a hitmaker with millions of views on YouTube and belting out some amazing high-energy tunes with her first couple of singles. A versatile artist who hails from Brazil, and now lives in Los Angeles, you wont want to miss her performance at Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Pride the first weekend in November. Jeff talks with her about her music and influences from R&B, Soul, Jazz and Latin music. She also talks about the tremendous role positivity plays in her life.

]]>This week, Jeff Hocker welcomes two extremely talented performers to the show. Colton Ford is a singer, actor and adult entertainment icon who will be part of the festivities the last weekend of October at Palm Springs Leather Pride. He talks about his versatile career on stage, screen and in the recording studio.

Then, singer-dancer Izzy La Reina talks about her rise from an eight-year-old singer in church to a hitmaker with millions of views on YouTube and belting out some amazing high-energy tunes with her first couple of singles. A versatile artist who hails from Brazil, and now lives in Los Angeles, you wont want to miss her performance at Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Pride the first weekend in November. Jeff talks with her about her music and influences from R&B, Soul, Jazz and Latin music. She also talks about the tremendous role positivity plays in her life.

]]>e73d7282-3ed4-4f52-8d68-24df32ad368fTue, 19 Oct 2021 13:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Debby Holiday, Music Artist & Dan Smith, Palm Springs Leather PrideJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Debby Holiday, Music Artist & Dan Smith, Palm Springs Leather PrideDan Smith, Co-Chair, PS Leather Pride Weekend talks with Jeff Hocker about a recent shoe drive, Revivals After Dark and how to get tickets for Leather Pride. Then, 16-time Billboard chart topper Debby Holiday talks about her colorful career as a vocalist and about her Tina Turner Tribute Show and her latest releases. She will be part of the spectacular 2021 Halloween Party on Arenas Road in Palm Springs.

]]>Dan Smith, Co-Chair, PS Leather Pride Weekend talks with Jeff Hocker about a recent shoe drive, Revivals After Dark and how to get tickets for Leather Pride. Then, 16-time Billboard chart topper Debby Holiday talks about her colorful career as a vocalist and about her Tina Turner Tribute Show and her latest releases. She will be part of the spectacular 2021 Halloween Party on Arenas Road in Palm Springs.

]]>8285f4eb-7929-455b-a76c-6d4ada5cfce4Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Podcaster Chris Antie; DAP Health's James LindquistJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Podcaster Chris Antie; DAP Health's James LindquistChris Antie is a renowned chef, documentary filmmaker, and co-host with his husband Will of the What About Our Life? Podcast exploring the continuous adventures of their life together as an LGBTQ couple. He is the first guest on this episode of the Jeff Hocker Show.

On the Web: https://www.chrisandwill.com/what-about-our-life-podcast

Then, James Lindquist, Director of Development for DAP Health, joins Jeff to talk about the upcoming annual AIDS Walk in Palm Springs.

On the Web: https://www.daphealth.org

]]>Chris Antie is a renowned chef, documentary filmmaker, and co-host with his husband Will of the What About Our Life? Podcast exploring the continuous adventures of their life together as an LGBTQ couple. He is the first guest on this episode of the Jeff Hocker Show.

On the Web: https://www.chrisandwill.com/what-about-our-life-podcast

Then, James Lindquist, Director of Development for DAP Health, joins Jeff to talk about the upcoming annual AIDS Walk in Palm Springs.

On the Web: https://www.daphealth.org

]]>b25b09a1-34d8-4ed8-9b24-ef87a283f697Tue, 05 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -070041:50falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Mariah Hanson, The Dinah Weekend; Kyle Taylor, Palm Springs Leather PrideJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Mariah Hanson, The Dinah Weekend; Kyle Taylor, Palm Springs Leather PrideMariah Hanson is the longtime CEO and producer of the world’s largest event for Lesbians and it happens each year in Palm Springs: The Dinah Shore Weekend. The pre-party kicks off this year’s event with poolside mingling and dancing on September 29. Pool Parties and Dance Parties will continue through the weekend and include live performances and DJs. Mariah joins Jeff Hocker this week to talk about the event, its history and the attraction of Palm Springs for visitors from all around the world.

In the second half of the show, Jeff is joined by Kyle Taylor, co-chair of the upcoming Palm Springs Leather Pride Weekend that will take place in late-October. Find out about the activities that are planned for this year’s event.

]]>Mariah Hanson is the longtime CEO and producer of the world’s largest event for Lesbians and it happens each year in Palm Springs: The Dinah Shore Weekend. The pre-party kicks off this year’s event with poolside mingling and dancing on September 29. Pool Parties and Dance Parties will continue through the weekend and include live performances and DJs. Mariah joins Jeff Hocker this week to talk about the event, its history and the attraction of Palm Springs for visitors from all around the world.

In the second half of the show, Jeff is joined by Kyle Taylor, co-chair of the upcoming Palm Springs Leather Pride Weekend that will take place in late-October. Find out about the activities that are planned for this year’s event.

]]>dc6d725e-1fbc-4851-82cb-3e36c8194560Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -070041:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Magi Raible, L Fund Chair; Eric Davis, GEDJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Magi Raible, L Fund Chair; Eric Davis, GEDJeff Hocker has a discussion with the new Board Chairperson for the L Fund, Magi Raible. They talk about how they organization helps women in our Valley. Then, Eric Davis, of the G.E.D. publication, who handles the Sales/Partnerships/Events, as well as Sponsorship Specialist for the City of Cathedral City talks about the ways G.E.D. has grown in recent years including branching into the Puerto Vallarta market and more.

]]>Jeff Hocker has a discussion with the new Board Chairperson for the L Fund, Magi Raible. They talk about how they organization helps women in our Valley. Then, Eric Davis, of the G.E.D. publication, who handles the Sales/Partnerships/Events, as well as Sponsorship Specialist for the City of Cathedral City talks about the ways G.E.D. has grown in recent years including branching into the Puerto Vallarta market and more.

]]>f9810a48-f430-4521-b388-9427645423f4Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Al Jones, Chair, Palm Springs Airport Commission & PhilanthropistJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Al Jones, Chair, Palm Springs Airport Commission & PhilanthropistAl Jones has been involved in so many organizations and institutions throughout California and the Coachella Valley. Meet the man who presently chairs the Airport Commission at Palm Springs International Airport, and whose decades of experience as an administrator in the California State University system continue to have him working with Priority One Coachella Valley on the establishment of CSU's next full scale campus being awarded to Palm Desert.

There's not enough time in this hour show to touch on everything, so count on the fact that Jeff Hocker will have Al back for more about what he is up to!

]]>Al Jones has been involved in so many organizations and institutions throughout California and the Coachella Valley. Meet the man who presently chairs the Airport Commission at Palm Springs International Airport, and whose decades of experience as an administrator in the California State University system continue to have him working with Priority One Coachella Valley on the establishment of CSU's next full scale campus being awarded to Palm Desert.

There's not enough time in this hour show to touch on everything, so count on the fact that Jeff Hocker will have Al back for more about what he is up to!

]]>820b9c80-cc3b-477d-8672-66e65acd1df9Wed, 19 May 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Jeff Norman, McCallum Theatre Returns in 2021!Jeff Hocker Show. Guest: Jeff Norman, McCallum Theatre Returns in 2021!Stellar entertainment returns to the stage of the McCallum Theatre with the arrival of the 2021-22 Season of concerts, plays and more. Jeff Norman, Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs for the prestigious Coachella Valley performance venue joins Jeff Hocker this week to talk about the outstanding roster of shows with tickets now on sale following the year that wasn't ... due to COVID-19.

Visit the McCallum Theatre Website for more information.

]]>Stellar entertainment returns to the stage of the McCallum Theatre with the arrival of the 2021-22 Season of concerts, plays and more. Jeff Norman, Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs for the prestigious Coachella Valley performance venue joins Jeff Hocker this week to talk about the outstanding roster of shows with tickets now on sale following the year that wasn't ... due to COVID-19.

Visit the McCallum Theatre Website for more information.

]]>845e7721-2289-4d19-a3a2-791ba886517eWed, 12 May 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Brad Fuhr, Owner, Gay Desert Guide & Joe Giarusso, CVRep Board MemberJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Brad Fuhr, Owner, Gay Desert Guide & Joe Giarusso, CVRep Board MemberThis week on the Jeff Hocker Show, Jeff talks with Brad Fuhr, Owner/Founder, Gay Desert Guide about his long involvement with LGBTQ organizations, media and marketing. Then, Joe Giarusso, a composer and the Chair of the Musical Arts Alliance and CVRep Board Member talk about the local arts scene and its recovery from pandemic shut-downs.

]]>This week on the Jeff Hocker Show, Jeff talks with Brad Fuhr, Owner/Founder, Gay Desert Guide about his long involvement with LGBTQ organizations, media and marketing. Then, Joe Giarusso, a composer and the Chair of the Musical Arts Alliance and CVRep Board Member talk about the local arts scene and its recovery from pandemic shut-downs.

]]>e3886066-148d-4ec0-a041-98774e20257eWed, 05 May 2021 10:00:00 -070043:46falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Kevin Crockett, Personal Injury Attorney; Kevin Stern, RealtorJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Kevin Crockett, Personal Injury Attorney; Kevin Stern, RealtorJeff Hocker talks with two businessmen; two Kevin's in the LGBTQ community providing very different kinds of professional services. Hopefully, you will never need a personal injury attorney, but when something unfortunate does happen and you have to seek relief through the courts, Kevin Crockett of Crockett Law Group talks about the importance of having a good advocate in your corner. They discuss the categories and cases a personal injury attorney tries. Then, Kevin Stern from Town Real Estate in Palm Springs tells his unique story about what led to his landing in the Coachella Valley and how he came to open his own firm helping people find their dream home in this slice of desert paradise. They discuss how the Coachella Valley market is doing, what’s next as interest rates rise and all the non-profit organizations that Kevin supports.

Guest Links:

Crockett Law Group

Town Real Estate

]]>Jeff Hocker talks with two businessmen; two Kevin's in the LGBTQ community providing very different kinds of professional services. Hopefully, you will never need a personal injury attorney, but when something unfortunate does happen and you have to seek relief through the courts, Kevin Crockett of Crockett Law Group talks about the importance of having a good advocate in your corner. They discuss the categories and cases a personal injury attorney tries. Then, Kevin Stern from Town Real Estate in Palm Springs tells his unique story about what led to his landing in the Coachella Valley and how he came to open his own firm helping people find their dream home in this slice of desert paradise. They discuss how the Coachella Valley market is doing, what’s next as interest rates rise and all the non-profit organizations that Kevin supports.

Guest Links:

Crockett Law Group

Town Real Estate

]]>23ace51c-3c7e-43a0-9f5d-8478a0749dcbWed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -070043:46falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Trent Blanchard, Life Coach & Organizer, & Brent Heinze, Counselor & MusicianJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Trent Blanchard, Life Coach & Organizer, & Brent Heinze, Counselor & MusicianJeff Hocker interviews Trent Blanchard, Co-Host, Author, Life Coach, Life Organizer about ways you can keep your life in check and clear your mind as things begin open up after all the COVID-19 closures,. Then, Brent Heinze, Licensed Counselor, Musician, Author talks about what are the best ways to begin and end relationships. Plus, they talk about Brent’s new music and what’s next for the entrepreneur. ]]>Jeff Hocker interviews Trent Blanchard, Co-Host, Author, Life Coach, Life Organizer about ways you can keep your life in check and clear your mind as things begin open up after all the COVID-19 closures,. Then, Brent Heinze, Licensed Counselor, Musician, Author talks about what are the best ways to begin and end relationships. Plus, they talk about Brent’s new music and what’s next for the entrepreneur. ]]>0a223f37-978c-415c-ac8c-3e232f4303e2Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Dr. Grethe Cammermeyer, Col., US Army (Ret.), LGBTQ Military Service Advocate & HeroJeff Hocker Show. Guest: Dr. Grethe Cammermeyer, Col., US Army (Ret.), LGBTQ Military Service Advocate & HeroIn the late-1980's while serving in the United States Army, Colonel Grethe Cammermeyer was seeking a top secret security clearance. In the midst of that process, she would end up honestly stating that she is a lesbian and so began one of the most high-profile cases by a high-ranking officer in the United States Department of Defense for overturning the military's ban on service by LGBTQ+ Americans.

This week, Dr. Cammermeyer talks with Jeff Hocker about her service in Vietnam, later becoming chief nurse in the Washington National Guard, raising four sons, her relationship of more than thirty years with her wife Diane Divelbess, the autobiography and autobiographical made-for-TV film about her life, her work in LGBTQ activism and Democratic politics, and her ongoing passions.

Website Link

]]>In the late-1980's while serving in the United States Army, Colonel Grethe Cammermeyer was seeking a top secret security clearance. In the midst of that process, she would end up honestly stating that she is a lesbian and so began one of the most high-profile cases by a high-ranking officer in the United States Department of Defense for overturning the military's ban on service by LGBTQ+ Americans.

This week, Dr. Cammermeyer talks with Jeff Hocker about her service in Vietnam, later becoming chief nurse in the Washington National Guard, raising four sons, her relationship of more than thirty years with her wife Diane Divelbess, the autobiography and autobiographical made-for-TV film about her life, her work in LGBTQ activism and Democratic politics, and her ongoing passions.

Website Link

]]>3f8fda54-c05f-4c29-a305-7fc5abe1440eWed, 07 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Ethylina Canne & Lenny Broberg, PSGMC "Easter Parade" Fundraising EventJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Ethylina Canne & Lenny Broberg, PSGMC "Easter Parade" Fundraising EventJeff Hocker talks about the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus's Easter Parade drive-in fundraiser on Saturday, April 10 at 7:00p.m. with the incomparable Ethylina Canne, Mistress of Ceremonies and performers.

Then, meet Lenny Broberg, Retired San Francisco Police Inspector/Detective, who talks with Jeff about his life, and his career as an out police officer and how he helps non-profits to reach their financial goals. Lenny is also participating in the Easter Parade event and discusses his connection to the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus through long-term friend Dave Murdock.

]]>Jeff Hocker talks about the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus's Easter Parade drive-in fundraiser on Saturday, April 10 at 7:00p.m. with the incomparable Ethylina Canne, Mistress of Ceremonies and performers.

Then, meet Lenny Broberg, Retired San Francisco Police Inspector/Detective, who talks with Jeff about his life, and his career as an out police officer and how he helps non-profits to reach their financial goals. Lenny is also participating in the Easter Parade event and discusses his connection to the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus through long-term friend Dave Murdock.

]]>87e1ff90-5356-4c4c-b75d-b3cb5cb69dcfWed, 31 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Charlie Barrett, Hollywood Publicity Ace & Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City Civic LeaderJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Charlie Barrett, Hollywood Publicity Ace & Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City Civic LeaderJeff Hocker interviews Charlie Barrett, President, The Barrett Company LLC, Publicist & Marketing Expert discussing his celebrity clients and how he has carved out a niche promoting authors and films. Then, Jeff he talks with Alan Carvalho of Cambridge Video, former Art Commissioner and candidate for City Council to discuss Cathedral City’s recent ballot measure to eliminate vacation rentals, his time on the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission and more!]]>Jeff Hocker interviews Charlie Barrett, President, The Barrett Company LLC, Publicist & Marketing Expert discussing his celebrity clients and how he has carved out a niche promoting authors and films. Then, Jeff he talks with Alan Carvalho of Cambridge Video, former Art Commissioner and candidate for City Council to discuss Cathedral City’s recent ballot measure to eliminate vacation rentals, his time on the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission and more!]]>d7e3f4b6-5f61-4396-9e94-51f3d08b0429Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Kathleen Bennett, Owner of Resort Marketing, and Winston Gieseke, Author and Desert Sun WriterJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Kathleen Bennett, Owner of Resort Marketing, and Winston Gieseke, Author and Desert Sun WriterJeff talks with Kathleen Bennett, Founder and Principal of Resort Marketing discussing her 25 years in marketing her clients and how tourism has played a big roll in her expertise. Then, he welcomes Winston Gieseke, Author and Journalist to discuss his book Bang Like A Porn Star. He will also discuss how he became a driving force in promoting philanthropy as the Desert Scene and Giving sections editor for the Desert Sun.

]]>Jeff talks with Kathleen Bennett, Founder and Principal of Resort Marketing discussing her 25 years in marketing her clients and how tourism has played a big roll in her expertise. Then, he welcomes Winston Gieseke, Author and Journalist to discuss his book Bang Like A Porn Star. He will also discuss how he became a driving force in promoting philanthropy as the Desert Scene and Giving sections editor for the Desert Sun.

]]>0a716a28-ef75-4d78-ac0c-2cfa6e08116fWed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Gehan Cooray, Filmmaker & Will Dean, Desert Healthcare DistrictJeff Hocker Show. Guests: Gehan Cooray, Filmmaker & Will Dean, Desert Healthcare DistrictJeff Hocker interviews Gehan Cooray, Filmmaker, “The Billionaire,” and how this LGBTQ film got into film festivals. Then, he discusses vaccine distribution equity in minority communities in the desert with Will Dean, Director of Communications & Marketing at the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation.

]]>Jeff Hocker interviews Gehan Cooray, Filmmaker, “The Billionaire,” and how this LGBTQ film got into film festivals. Then, he discusses vaccine distribution equity in minority communities in the desert with Will Dean, Director of Communications & Marketing at the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation.

]]>82ff076a-b052-44b6-bed0-ada95662e65aWed, 10 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show. Guests: David Perry, Author & Publicist; Award-winning Journalist Hank PlanteJeff Hocker Show. Guests: David Perry, Author & Publicist; Award-winning Journalist Hank PlanteThis week, Jeff Hocker interviews David Perry, author and publicist, discussing his new book and a reopening update on the fancy Palm Springs restaurant AsiaSF. Then he is joined by Peabody and six-time Emmy winning TV news anchor Hank Plante about his career and legacy as an out journalist.

]]>This week, Jeff Hocker interviews David Perry, author and publicist, discussing his new book and a reopening update on the fancy Palm Springs restaurant AsiaSF. Then he is joined by Peabody and six-time Emmy winning TV news anchor Hank Plante about his career and legacy as an out journalist.

]]>ba63e84e-9b95-457a-a048-4de9844c0b43Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show, Guests: Candice Nichols, LGBTQ Center; Ron Celona, Coachella Valley RepJeff Hocker Show, Guests: Candice Nichols, LGBTQ Center; Ron Celona, Coachella Valley RepOn this week''s Jeff Hocker Show. Jeff interviews Candice Nichols, Director of Programs, The Center, LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert. They’ll discuss new and existing programs at The Center. Then, Ron Celona, Founding Artistic Director, Coachella Valley Repertory talks about what’s ahead for theatre productions in-person and online through 2021. 

]]>On this week''s Jeff Hocker Show. Jeff interviews Candice Nichols, Director of Programs, The Center, LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert. They’ll discuss new and existing programs at The Center. Then, Ron Celona, Founding Artistic Director, Coachella Valley Repertory talks about what’s ahead for theatre productions in-person and online through 2021. 

]]>2000fa04-8c9e-4c6e-8a12-9b5d916fca03Wed, 24 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show, Guests: Brad Fuhr, Gay Desert Guide & Dave Powell, Desert Business AssociationJeff Hocker Show, Guests: Brad Fuhr, Gay Desert Guide & Dave Powell, Desert Business AssociationJeff Hocker interviews Brad Fuhr, Owner and Founder, Gay Desert Guide. They talked about innovative new ways for online and social media to promote the LGBTQ+ community in Palm Springs. Then, Dave Powell from the LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce, the Desert Business Association, talks about how the organization continues to have success over the course of the past year and how referrals are part of their mission. Jeff also has details on a few upcoming community events.

Websites: www.GayDesertGuide.com

www.desertbusinessassociation.org/

]]>Jeff Hocker interviews Brad Fuhr, Owner and Founder, Gay Desert Guide. They talked about innovative new ways for online and social media to promote the LGBTQ+ community in Palm Springs. Then, Dave Powell from the LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce, the Desert Business Association, talks about how the organization continues to have success over the course of the past year and how referrals are part of their mission. Jeff also has details on a few upcoming community events.

Websites: www.GayDesertGuide.com

www.desertbusinessassociation.org/

]]>f4808d3b-0ec7-4048-8216-e1cf9fc7d6b3Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show - Feb 10, 2021, Guests: Rev. Dr. Kevin A. Johnson; Ron deHarteJeff Hocker Show - Feb 10, 2021, Guests: Rev. Dr. Kevin A. Johnson; Ron deHarteJeff Hocker interviews Rev. Dr. Kevin A. Johnson about Bloom in the Desert and how its congregation has transitioned during the pandemic and the upcoming Spring Fling - “Blooming Together.” Then he talks with Ron deHarte, President Palm Springs Pride and Chair, PS Human Rights Commission about what’s next for the Pride Organization and the recent honorees of the Human Rights Commission. 

Visit their websites: www.BloomintheDesert.org, www.PSPride.org, 

]]>Jeff Hocker interviews Rev. Dr. Kevin A. Johnson about Bloom in the Desert and how its congregation has transitioned during the pandemic and the upcoming Spring Fling - “Blooming Together.” Then he talks with Ron deHarte, President Palm Springs Pride and Chair, PS Human Rights Commission about what’s next for the Pride Organization and the recent honorees of the Human Rights Commission. 

Visit their websites: www.BloomintheDesert.org, www.PSPride.org, 

]]>f464e506-06a4-4f60-aa54-90b2cb371af1Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show - Feb 3, 2021, Guests: Bertil Lindblad & Jim Scheibel, U.N. Association of the Coachella ValleyJeff Hocker Show - Feb 3, 2021, Guests: Bertil Lindblad & Jim Scheibel, U.N. Association of the Coachella ValleyJeff Hocker talks this week with Bertil Lindblad, President of the United Nations Association of the Coachella Valley about his long-term involvement with the United Nations and his new role with the local chapter. Then he'll interview Jim Scheibel, VP of UNA CV about upcoming programming and how his life in Palm Springs is greatly influenced by his philanthropic efforts. 

Visit their Facebook Page: United Nations Association of the Coachella Valley or the United Nations website www.UN.org.

]]>Jeff Hocker talks this week with Bertil Lindblad, President of the United Nations Association of the Coachella Valley about his long-term involvement with the United Nations and his new role with the local chapter. Then he'll interview Jim Scheibel, VP of UNA CV about upcoming programming and how his life in Palm Springs is greatly influenced by his philanthropic efforts. 

Visit their Facebook Page: United Nations Association of the Coachella Valley or the United Nations website www.UN.org.

]]>65e3b9e1-2bcc-4ce2-8161-78c389ab283cWed, 03 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show - January 27, 2021, Guest/Topic: Trent Blanchard, Overcoming Depression and Organizing Your LifeJeff Hocker Show - January 27, 2021, Guest/Topic: Trent Blanchard, Overcoming Depression and Organizing Your LifeJeff Hocker talks this week with life coach, author and organizer Trent Blanchard. As we move into a new year with optimism of getting past COVID-19 and having survived a tumultuous four years under the most threatening and authoritarian anti-LGBTQ American president in U.S. history, Jeff addresses the root causes of depression, ways to take control of your life, and how organizing yourself can create better living moving forward.

 

Visit Trent’s website: https://www.trentblanchard.com/

]]>Jeff Hocker talks this week with life coach, author and organizer Trent Blanchard. As we move into a new year with optimism of getting past COVID-19 and having survived a tumultuous four years under the most threatening and authoritarian anti-LGBTQ American president in U.S. history, Jeff addresses the root causes of depression, ways to take control of your life, and how organizing yourself can create better living moving forward.

 

Visit Trent’s website: https://www.trentblanchard.com/

]]>356f9a03-22d0-495c-84b8-7a7fcacf8964Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show - September 19, 2020, Guest/Topic: Darrell Tucci, Desert AIDS ProjectJeff Hocker Show - September 19, 2020, Guest/Topic: Darrell Tucci, Desert AIDS ProjectThis week, Jeff’s special guest is the Chief Development Officer for Desert AIDS Project. Darrell Tucci brings a wealth of non-profit development experience to Palm Springs. They will begin with a discussion about the passing of U.S. Supreme Court Justice and equal rights advocate Ruth Bader Ginsburg who passed away on September 18. Then, the conversation will turn to efforts to keep the Coachella Valley’s leading advocacy and service organization for people living with HIV and AIDS funded, including the upcoming virtual AIDS walk.

]]>This week, Jeff’s special guest is the Chief Development Officer for Desert AIDS Project. Darrell Tucci brings a wealth of non-profit development experience to Palm Springs. They will begin with a discussion about the passing of U.S. Supreme Court Justice and equal rights advocate Ruth Bader Ginsburg who passed away on September 18. Then, the conversation will turn to efforts to keep the Coachella Valley’s leading advocacy and service organization for people living with HIV and AIDS funded, including the upcoming virtual AIDS walk.

]]>751eec96-b88f-439f-9f24-616ab54aefa7Sat, 19 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show: Brent Heinze, Life Coach, Author & ComposerJeff Hocker Show: Brent Heinze, Life Coach, Author & ComposerThis week, Jeff visits with Brent Heinze about life, love and happiness in an ever-changing world. Brent is the author of Redefining Normal: A Modern Gay Man’s Guide to Happy and Healthy Living, and Redefining Normal 2. Jeff also shares details about the upcoming Palm Springs AIDS Walk and how it will transpire in the age of COVID-19.

]]>This week, Jeff visits with Brent Heinze about life, love and happiness in an ever-changing world. Brent is the author of Redefining Normal: A Modern Gay Man’s Guide to Happy and Healthy Living, and Redefining Normal 2. Jeff also shares details about the upcoming Palm Springs AIDS Walk and how it will transpire in the age of COVID-19.

]]>1327d3c7-ba3d-4663-95c9-84cef0defcefSun, 13 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefullJeff Hocker Show: Live from the Castro & Being LGBTQ and Surviving the Trump Era - Sep 6, 2020Jeff Hocker Show: Live from the Castro & Being LGBTQ and Surviving the Trump Era - Sep 6, 2020Jeff Hocker talks about politics in the age of Trumpism and how LGBTQ people need to be protected and supported now as much as ever. The rights that have been hard fought for and won in the past are again facing uncertainty. Jeff was live from San Francisco's Castro District and was joined by iHub Radio founder and host John McMullen. Their discussion included details about the next Desert AIDS Walk, Cinema Diverse, which has turned the Camelot Theater into a drive-in movie venue as well as an online theater experience, and the upcoming Greater Palm Springs Pride in November and how that event will also be making major adjustments to accommodate safe participation with a combination of socially-distanced and virtual activities.

]]>Jeff Hocker talks about politics in the age of Trumpism and how LGBTQ people need to be protected and supported now as much as ever. The rights that have been hard fought for and won in the past are again facing uncertainty. Jeff was live from San Francisco's Castro District and was joined by iHub Radio founder and host John McMullen. Their discussion included details about the next Desert AIDS Walk, Cinema Diverse, which has turned the Camelot Theater into a drive-in movie venue as well as an online theater experience, and the upcoming Greater Palm Springs Pride in November and how that event will also be making major adjustments to accommodate safe participation with a combination of socially-distanced and virtual activities.

]]>7ca1b5a5-28d8-4f61-8a70-60948b47d0f5Sun, 06 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -070043:44falsefull