Join Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for the captivating episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar that closes out our fourth season, recorded live at Skip Paige’s Little Bar and presented by the McCallum Theatre. This week’s featured guest is Kajsa Thuresson-Frary, Vice President of Education, whose remarkable three-decade career evolved from deve…

Insights and Anecdotes from Behind the Music Join Patrick Evans and Randy Florence in the corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar in Palm Desert for a captivating episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, presented by the McCallum Theatre. This week, they welcome the talented John Stanley King, a Coachella Valley native and a revered musician, know…

The Evolution and Challenges of Journalism In The Age of The Internet and ‘Fake News’ This week on Big Conversations, Little Bar, Patrick Evans and Randy Florence kick off the fifth season with an in-depth conversation featuring Julie Makinen. Julie, a veteran journalist and former executive editor of The Desert Sun, shares her candid insights on t…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for another captivating episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, recorded live from the coveted corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar, and proudly presented by the McCallum Theatre. This week, they welcome legendary music manager Harvey Lisberg, whose keen eye for talent has profoundly impacted the mus…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for an enlightening discussion on Big Conversations, Little Bar as they sit down with Susan Stein, the visionary behind Fashion Week El Paseo and the longtime fashion editor for Palm Springs Life magazine. With a career that kicked off in New York at Saks Fifth Avenue and burgeoned through significant rol…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, join renowned actor, playwright, and director Laurence Luckinbill as he spends an hour in the corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar with co-hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence. With a career spanning six decades, Laurence shares his journey through iconic roles, including Sybok in Star Trek V: …

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence sit down with veteran Hollywood producer Neil Machlis, who spent four remarkable decades in the film industry. Broadcasting from the cozy corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar in Palm Desert, Neil shares his journey from producing and managing films to his ra…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence sit down with Andy Mills, the Chief of Police in Palm Springs. From the corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar, Chief Mills shares the compelling journey that led him from Midwest to Golden State, and finally to the heart of the Coachella Valley. Fully integra…

Immerse yourself in a laughter-filled hour as actor and comedian Jim J. Bullock joins co-hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence on Big Conversations, Little Bar. Broadcasting from Skip Paige’s Little Bar in Palm Desert, they reconnect with the former Too Close For Comfort star and a fan-favorite of Hollywood Squares. Jim takes us on a nostalgic jou…

This episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar features an in-depth conversation with Christian Sesma, a talented filmmaker hailing from the Coachella Valley. Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence at Skip Paige's Little Bar, the Center of the Coachella Valley Universe, as they explore Sesma's journey, discussing behind-the-scenes stories and h…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, veteran television and radio personality Kris Long takes center stage as he shares insights and stories from his illustrious career spanning nearly two decades in the Coachella Valley. Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence as they delve into Kris's experiences as a TV journalist in major citie…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for another episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar featuring the talented Emmy Award-winning actor Kevin Spirtas. With a career spanning stage, film, and television, Spirtas brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table. Known for his roles in iconic films like Friday the 13th: The New Blood an…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence as they welcome the esteemed former U.S. Member of Congress, the Honorable Mary Bono, on this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar. With a distinguished career representing the Coachella Valley and Riverside County in Washington, D.C., Bono has continued her commitment to national issues as the co-fou…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence on the latest episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, as they sit down with the extraordinary Lisa Lynn Morgan. A true hometown star, Lisa Lynn mesmerizes audiences with her band Lisa Lynn and the Broken Hallelujahs, while also making waves as the co-creator and publisher of the Joshua Tree Voice magazi…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for a lively episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar featuring the multi-talented entertainer Jason Stuart. Recorded at Skip Paige’s Little Bar in the Center of the Coachella Valley Universe, Jason opens up about his diverse career spanning acting, stand-up comedy, and writing. Get ready to dive into a c…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar at Skip Paige’s iconic Little Bar in Palm Desert, the Center of the Coachella Valley Universe. This episode features the incomparable Mitch Gershenfeld, who shares his incredible journey leading the McCallum Theatre for nearly 25 years. Get a sneak peek in…

Danny Bonaduce, the beloved actor, radio personality, and former child star, joins hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence in a lively and laughter-filled episode at Skip Paige's Little Bar, the Center of the Coachella Valley Universe. As the first guest of Season 4 on Big Conversations, Little Bar, Bonaduce shares insights from his diverse career, …

Join Patrick Evans and Randy Florence on Big Conversations, Little Bar as they welcome back the legendary photographer Michael Childers for an encore visit. This time, Michael is joined by his friend and colleague Stephen Baumbach for a lively discussion on blending photography with artificial intelligence. The duo share insights into their latest …

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome aviation artist Stan Stokes to Skip Paige's Little Bar. Stan's deep passion for aviation and art is evident in his remarkable journey from model airplane builder to acclaimed artist. Growing up surrounded by airplanes and inspired by the local airport a…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence as they introduce you to the extraordinary Kate Zenna. A multi-talented film and television actress, musician, producer, and animal advocate, Kate shares her inspiring journey on screen and behind the scenes. From her acclaimed podcast, The Good Life, to h…

Embark on an amazing journey with hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence as they delve into the remarkable career of Mike Hatton on the latest episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar. From his roots in Terre Haute, Indiana to working behind-the-scenes as well as in front of the camera in Palm Springs before establishing himself as a prominent figu…

Get ready for a dynamic episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence! On this episode, they shine a spotlight on a remarkable unsung hero in the Coachella Valley Unified School District who is revolutionizing student wellness. Meet Jason Tate, a visionary educator dedicated to holistic student care, encompass…

Step into the spotlight on Big Conversations, Little Bar with hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence as they chat with the one and only Richard Jay-Alexander. This Broadway powerhouse, known for his work as a Producer and Director on hits like Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Miss Saigon, shares jaw-dropping stories from the hear…

This week on Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome the legendary actress Joyce Bulifant to their corner booth at Skip Paige's Little Bar in the Center of the Coachella Valley Universe. Known for her iconic roles on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and in the comedy classic Airplane among many others, Bulifant shared…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence in their cozy corner booth on a special episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar. In honor of love month and Valentine's Day, our two married hosts delve into the world of online dating with the help of expert Julie Spira. As the author of The Perils of Cyber-Dating: Confessions of a Hopeful Romantic Look…

​Don't miss out on the latest episode of our podcast, as hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence sit down with retired United States Senator Barbara Boxer. Recorded on the outdoor patio of Skip Paige's Little Bar in Palm Desert, CA, they dive deep into Boxer's impressive journey from newspaper reporter to Congressional aide and Member of Congress, a…

Tune in to Big Conversations, Little Bar as hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence invite special guest Reid Milanovich, Chairman of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, for an engaging discussion on the tribe's history, culture, and future aspirations. Born and raised in Palm Springs, Milanovich brings a unique perspective to the table, hav…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, author and former radio host Laurie Kaye sits down with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence to share her captivating story. On December 8, 1980, Laurie had the opportunity to interview her longtime idol, John Lennon, in the legendary Dakota apartments in NYC. Little did she know that it would be his la…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence are thrilled to welcome the legendary Udo Kier. With over five decades in the film industry, Kier has established himself as one of the most versatile and captivating actors of our time. During the show, Udo shares insightful anecdotes from his extensive career…

There are some of our episodes where the recordings just fly by! And this was one of them.On this edition of Big Conversations, Little Bar, Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome former NBC Page and Emmy-nominated writer, Shelley Herman. Back in the golden days at NBC when Johnny Carson ruled the network, Shelley was an NBC Page which landed her …

To the rest of the world, he was David Puddy on Seinfeld and he was also The Tick. He’s the voice of Joe in Family Guy, Kronk in The Emperors Groove and you know him as a spokesman for National Car Rental. But in the Coachella Valley, Patrick Warburton is known for so much more than his credits. He serves as the tournament host for “The Warburton,”…

The corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar is rarely a place for politics on this podcast. When the discussion gets there, we try our best to cut that short. But, there are times when we are at a significant crossroads and public policy does impact every citizen. After the passing of U.S. Senator Diane Feinstein, it was clear there would be a seri…

It’s a deep dive into the life of former President Richard Nixon on this week's episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar. Hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence sit down with author and attorney Paul Carter as he discusses his new book, Richard Nixon: California's Native Son. Join them as they explore Nixon's upbringing in Southern California, shed…

She’s been without vision since birth, but that’s never stood in the way of honing her craft and belting out her perfect pitch talent as one of the world’s finest jazz performers. On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence, the incredible Diane Schuur – or Deedles as she prefers you to call her – shares som…

Cancer impacts so many lives. Look to the left, right, ahead or behind you and you are likely to see someone whose life has been touched in one way or another by the C-word. And, it sucks! On this very special episode that touches so close to home for the Big Conversations, Little Bar family, Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome a champion of t…

Welcome to this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, where we have the privilege of sitting down with Kim Waltrip, an accomplished Producer and Director whose remarkable career has left an indelible mark on the film industry. From 7 Days to Vegas to The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby and Hit & Run, Kim has…

If you are a female athlete and you earn money in your sport, you owe some measure of thanks and gratitude to Rosie Casals. This week on Big Conversations, Little Bar hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome a pioneer on women’s rights and one hell of a tennis player. From the public courts at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco to the cathedra…

Mr. TV Announcer Man and The Daily Planet’s Jimmy Olsen walk into a little bar in the desert. Both think they’re going to eavesdrop on a podcast they’ve been invited to appear as guests at another time to be determined. Turns out, the scheduled guest gets in an accident on the way to the same bar. A joke? No. A movie plot? Nuh-uh. The stars alignin…

When Kay Hazen sought her undergrad degree in broadcasting, the Central Illinois native never imagined she was destined to make the kind of impact she has in the Desert Southwest. On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, we learn about how a healthcare professional from Peoria would come to be a crisis communications and strategic planning…

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, it's a unique discussion with one of the world’s experts in veterinary medicine and she also happens to be one of the foremost ukulele players in the current Blues scene. Deb Greco (Dr. G on stage) joins hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence. Whether it’s sharing her expertise in canine cancer or f…

There is generally a first for everything on each episode of Big Conversation, Little Bar. On this episode, it is our first visit with royalty. Sir Ronald Oliver (friends may call him Ron) joins hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence at the most famous corner booth in the Coachella Valley. Knighted by the sovereign nation of Sealand, Ron shares tha…

Artists have been attracted to the Desert since the 1800’s for one main reason: The Light. Nobody chronicles this and the desert art scene more than Palm Springs Life and this weeks guest, Editorial Director of all of Desert Publications periodicals, Steven Biller. From his start as sports editor at Florida Atlantic University, to today’s work at t…

There are people whose energy precedes them into a room. People who make you feel better, more positive and more hopeful. Two such people, Katie Stice and Cindy Burreson, join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence on this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar. As President and CEO of the Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce, Katie carried much of …

You’re recently married. You have a good job and a reputation in the community. You’re starting to settle in. And then a family tragedy makes you realize that “settling in” is not the goal you have in life. So, you turn it all upside down. On this episode, Author and Journalist Maggie Downs joins hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence to talk about…

In every part of the creative industries, there are icons. This week's guest, entertainment photographer Michael Childers, is one of those giants! Imagine you’re a film student at UCLA. Kaye Ballard introduces you to the famous movie director John Schlesinger. That first meeting turns into a decades-long relationship. And that first meeting also re…

The inaugural season of Big Conversations, Little Bar couldn't have been as successful as it was without the tremendous help of the shows Producer, John McMullen. So, it seemed appropriate that Patrick Evans and Randy Florence learn a little bit more about John and the tremendous career he's had in both the Radio and Streaming platforms. John’s car…

Join hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence as they raise their glasses to a remarkable conclusion of Season 1 on Big Conversations, Little Bar. In this retrospective episode, Patrick and Randy reflect on the highlights from the first 25 episodes that have kept listeners entertained, engaged, and sometimes in fits of laughter. From tales that nearl…

It’s been said that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. There’s no one we know in the Coachella Valley who epitomizes that quote more than our guest, Jeffrey Norman. He is a singer, actor, and world traveler. But most people know him in his role as VP of Communications and Public affairs for the McCallum Theater. The McCa…

The title of her most recent book, Hollywood Secrets and Scandals, tells you all you need to know about Sue Cameron. Very few were as “inside” Hollywood and the entertainment business than Sue. On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar, hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence talk with Sue about what was happening behind the doors that most o…

The Coachella Valley has always had its generational “families” and its true power couples. On this episode, one of these couples joins hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence for another spectacular Big Conversation at Little Bar in Palm Desert. Internationally renowned sculptor Phillip K. Smith III and CEO of Modernism Week in Palm Springs Lisa Vo…