Season 1
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Hear the story of how these amazining women built early Palm Springs and continue their impact.
Part 2 continues with more stories of the pioneer women with an early impact on Palm Springs.
We know you're familiar with PSP, but Palm Springs had three airports before this one!
There are only two motels in Palm Springs - listen and find out why...
You've walked down Baristo or Belardo and Amado. But do you know where these street names come from?
The first true luxury hotel in Palm Springs, only remnants remain today.
Palm Springs was Walt's happy place. He owned three homes here during his lifetime.
Why are there all these empty lots in the valuable downtown space?
Learn how architecture styles changed after World War II.
Generations of family have been taking care of our succulents. Can Clark rescue mine?
Prescott Stevens comes in from Colorado and literally transforms Palm Springs.
Carpenter, builder, designer - Alvah Hicks left his mark on Palm Springs!
William Charles Tanner went from portrait painting to architect and made Spanish Colonial a staple in the city.
Before Modernism, Spanish Colonial architecture was the preference of Palm Springs builders
In a city where architecture dominates, even fire stations are designed by starchitects!
The Desert Circus came to town every year to celebrate Palm Springs' western heritage.
They had only days to pack up and get out before their house was bulldozed. Listen to a Section 14 survivor.
Did Frank get more than he gave to Palm Springs? He gave a lot, and got a lot!
Episode 1-20: Art Museum
You've seen the photo, but who is that classy lady in yellow?
The Palm Springs Art Museum, not just a building - an architecture classic!
Palm Springs is known for its swimming pools - check out the pool culture here.
Half-truths, urban legends, or realtor embellishments, we check them all out!
Thomas O'Donnell was a rarity - a benevolant oil baron who truly helped his fellow citizens.
A little kitschy, a little different and a lot of fun - grab your Mai Tai and enjoy some Tiki!
A classic American sportscar designed by Raymond Loewy, right here in Palm Springs.
It's time to get on a bus for Modernism Week - October! Hear how bus tours got started!