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Big Conversations, Little Bar

Mutual Broadcasting System LLC

Hosted by Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, get up close and personal with fascinating people who live in and visit the Coachella Valley and have made an impact on the region"s economy, culture and global appeal as a leading tourism destination. The series is now in its tenth season and has just launched its fourth year of production as it reaches the 150th episode mark in the first quarter of 2026! Many thanks to our outstanding listeners from throughout the Golden State, North America and around

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All Episodes

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Big Conversations Hits 150 Episodes of Stories,...

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2026/04/06

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, the tables turn as legendary Coachella Valley journalist Bruce Fessier steps in as guest host to celebrate the podcast’s 150th episode milestone. What follows is a lively, heartfelt, and often hilarious look back at three years of unforgettable conversations, iconic guests, and behind-the-scenes moments that defined the show. From celebrity encounters and emotional interviews to unexpected revelations and

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Baratunde Thurston, Media Entrepreneur | Balancing...

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2026/03/31

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, Patrick sits down solo with media entrepreneur and digital thinker Baratunde Thurston for a wide-ranging, deeply human conversation about technology, identity, and community. Randy is away due to a family loss on this episode. The discussion takes on an intimate tone as Baratunde shares his perspective on artificial intelligence, warning not of machines taking over—but of humans becoming too machine-like. He

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Eric Frankson, Musician & Humanitarian | Music,...

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2026/03/24

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, the hosts welcome musician and humanitarian Eric Frankson for an inspiring and deeply human conversation. Eric shares his journey from professional musician and piano bar performer to becoming a driving force behind local outreach efforts helping unhoused individuals in the Coachella Valley. Through his work with Well in the Desert, he has helped provide tens of thousands of meals, clothing, and essential

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Legendary Journalist Hank Plante Reflects on Truth,...

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2026/03/17

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, award-winning journalist Hank Plante shares an extraordinary career journey from copy boy at The Washington Post to one of television news’ most respected voices. He reflects on covering the AIDS crisis in San Francisco, where his reporting helped inform and save lives during one of America’s most challenging public health emergencies. The conversation dives into unforgettable interviews with presidents,

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Jimmy Steinfeldt, Photographer | Capturing Rock...

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2026/03/09

On this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, music photographer Jimmy Steinfeldt shares the incredible journey that took him from a simple Minolta camera to photographing some of the biggest legends in rock and entertainment. Jimmy explains how a cross-country trip sparked his passion for photography and led him into the electrifying world of concert photography. Over the decades he captured unforgettable images of artists like Prince, Keith Richards, Rod

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Ron Nyswaner, Filmmaker | From Small-Town Dreamer to...

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2026/03/02

Filmmaker Ron Nyswaner joins Patrick Evans and Randy Florence on this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar for an engaging and emotional conversation about his remarkable journey from a tiny Pennsylvania town to the heights of Hollywood. He reflects on the early break that changed his life, the mentorship that shaped his career, and the making of landmark projects that helped redefine cultural conversations. The discussion explores the courage behind creating Philadelphia, the realities of

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Miss Jane Guy, Performer | Comedy, Tap, and Showbiz...

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2026/02/23

In this lively episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence, the hosts welcome performer and tap dance powerhouse Miss Jane Guy for a wildly entertaining conversation packed with humor, showbiz history, and behind-the-scenes stories. From her upbringing in a theatrical family in Melbourne to building one of Australia’s largest tap dance communities, Jane shares the winding path that led her to Palm Springs. The trio dives into the origins of the cult-favorite

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Brian Ray | Inside A Legendary Musician’s Desert Roots

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2026/02/16

Recorded in the corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar in Palm Desert, this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence blends local pride with big-league music history. The hosts open with a playful recap of an unexpected onstage moment at the McCallum Theatre for Patrick, then welcome musician Brian Ray—best known as a member of Paul McCartney’s band since 2002. Ray shares how he became deeply involved with the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre restoration, including

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Nelda Linsk | Palm Springs Glamour, Modernism, And...

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2026/02/09

Step into Palm Springs history with a conversation that feels like slipping into a poolside cabana in 1970. This episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence welcomes Nelda Linsk—soon to be honored as First Lady of Modernism—for stories spanning fashion, philanthropy, architecture, and the golden era of desert social life. Nelda shares the behind-the-scenes truth of Slim Aarons’ legendary “Poolside Gossip” photo shoot at the Kaufmann House: no stylists, no makeup

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Scott Coulter & Michael Childers: Stories From The...

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2026/02/02

From the corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar, the conversation swings from karaoke dreams to the real work of building a thriving arts scene. Singer-producer Scott Coulter shares how his company, Spot-On Entertainment, grew from performing to creating concert experiences for orchestras and performing arts centers nationwide—plus how the Palm Springs Pops Orchestra and Plaza Theatre programming are bringing fresh energy downtown. Photographer-producer Michael Childers adds Hollywood history,

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Tommy Fields | From Farm-Town Guitarist To Hollywood...

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2026/01/26

Recorded at Skip Paige’s Little Bar, this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence welcomes musician, actor, and award-winning composer Tommy Fields for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, career pivots, and life in the desert. Tommy shares how growing up in small-town Indiana led to guitars, garage bands, and a leap to Los Angeles with little more than a one-way ti cket and a dream. He reflects on early hustle—music school, odd jobs, and club

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J.R. Roberts | How A Shuttered Landmark Became Palm...

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2026/01/12

From the coveted corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar in Palm Desert, Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence turns to one of Palm Springs’ biggest preservation wins: reopening the Plaza Theatre as a public venue. Architect, preservationist, and former city council member J.R. Roberts recounts how a shuttered landmark nearly became a gutted nightclub, then survived COVID uncertainty and post-pandemic construction inflation. He explains how a pivotal $5 million

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01:06:00

Sharon Lawrence, Actress | From Broadway To Sci-Fi...

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2026/01/05

Recorded live from the cozy corner booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar in Palm Desert, this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence explores the many chapters of an artist’s life—from musical theater beginnings to iconic television moments and beyond. Actress Sharon Lawrence joins the conversation to revisit career milestones, including her memorable work on NYPD Blue and a fan-favorite turn as Amelia Earhart on Star Trek: Voyager. She shares how a family

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01:03:00

Melanie Blue, Actress & Instructor | Improv Lessons...

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2025/12/22

From the coveted corner booth at Skip Paige’ Little Bar, this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar dives into how improvisation can reshape the way we communicate, create, and connect. The conversation traces a winding artistic path—from Chicago theater roots and a self-directed college experience to global adventures that tested resilience and deepened empathy. Along the way, the Melanie Blue shares with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence how improv and acting strengthen each other: acting adds

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HOLIDAY ENCORE: Nikki Boyer, Creator, Dying For Sex |...

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2025/12/15

Last May, Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans & Randy Florence, featured one of our most popular episodes ever. Patrick and Randy dove deep into the poignant yet humorous journey of Molly, a woman who faced terminal cancer with remarkable strength and a quest for self-discovery. Nikki Boyer, the creator of the podcast and television series "Dying for Sex," shared intimate stories and insights from her friendship with Molly and how their podcast evolved into a powerful TV series

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Paul Feig | Director’s Journey From Standup Nerd To...

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2025/12/08

It’s another fantastic episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar in the corner booth as Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome acclaimed director, writer, producer and gin-maker Paul Feig to Skip Paige’s Little Bar. From his Michigan childhood, standup gigs in Detroit biker bars and early TV roles to creating Freaks and Geeks and directing hits like Bridesmaids, Spy and Ghostbusters, Feig traces the winding path of a career built on smart, character-driven comedy. He teases his twisty new thriller

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Lucie Arnaz | Hollywood Memories, Family Revelations,...

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2025/12/01

This week at Skip Paige’s Little Bar, Patrick Evans & Randy Florence welcome acclaimed entertainer Lucie Arnaz for a deeply personal, lively, and often hilarious conversation. Lucie opens up about her new book, Lucy and Desi: The Love Letters, a poignant collection of her parents’ intimate wartime correspondence, digitized and preserved over decades. She shares candid stories about family life behind the scenes, including the joys and heartbreaks of growing up in a legendary household. From

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Kathy & Lance Garver | Sibling Stars Revisit...

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2025/11/24

Big Conversations, Little Bar goes into Thanksgiving week 2025 with an extraordinary episode recorded at Skip Paige’s Little Bar. This week, Patrick Evans and Randy Florence welcome beloved actress Kathy Garver, known worldwide as “Cissy” from A Family Affair, along with her brother Lance Garver, whose own career spans acting, commercial real estate, and decades of global adventures. Kathy shares unforgettable memories from The Ten Commandments, Family Affair, and her successful voiceover and

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Eddie Gilreath, Music Industry Veteran | From Motown...

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2025/11/17

Music industry veteran Eddie Gilreath pulls up to the Corner Booth at Skip Paige’s Little Bar to trace an extraordinary journey from Philadelphia’s sound to global stages. With hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence, he recalls faking his first bass gig at 14, serving in Panama during tense Cold War days, then rising through Motown and Warner Bros. to help break artists like the Spinners and George Benson. Eddie shares inside stories about working with icons including Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles,

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Dolores Robinson, Talent Agent | Trailblazing...

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2025/11/10

From a Philadelphia classroom to Malibu boardrooms, trailblazer Dolores Robinson unspools a life of firsts, grit, and sly humor on this episode of Big Conversations, Little Bar with Patrick Evans and Randy Florence. The first Black female talent manager in film and television recounts launching LaVar Burton after Roots, guiding Martin Sheen post–Apocalypse Now, and negotiating a game-changing million-dollar payday for Michael Clarke Duncan. She shares candid memories of Al Pacino as a surprise

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