A Bert's Eye View - Palm Springs Modernism, History and much More
A Bert's Eye View explores different "views" of Palm Springs and the Greater Palm Springs area. I look at architecture, history, and dig a little deeper into a variety of subjects. I manage the bus tours for Modernism Week, and a lot of these topics were the result of guests' questions. When we couldn't answer them, I started researching, and these podcasts are the result. Along the way, I have run into a lot of surprises and share them here! So follow, and if you have a question you need answered, leave a comment. I look forward to hearing from you or seeing you on one of the bus tours!
Episodes
Celebrate this holiday to remember those among us who have passed. This is a happy day, not a sad day, find out why by listening!
We want to welcome our new Season 4 sponsor - DestinationPSP.com. Destination PSP — a stylish flagship boutique in a historic building in downtown Palm Springs that sells original, mid-century modern inspired merchandise and local souvenirs. Find them at 170 North Palm Canyon or at DestinationPSP.co...
The largest earthquake fault in the U.S. runs under our feet. How does it impact our daily lives? Find out...
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at modernismweek.c...
The busiest intersection in the city has a rich history. Success, failure, more success, and more failure. What category will the current incarnation fall into?
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and mor...
Are we crazy for driving a giant computer sitting on top of a large battery pack outside of the Coachella Valley? Perhaps, but listen to how we make it effortless.
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Modernism Week - October! Just as much fun as the 11 day event in February, but a bit more curated and perhaps a bit more manageable!
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details...
The Salton Sea is one of the most beautiful, and strangest, accidents in the history of California.
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at modernismweek.com.
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Vista Las Palmas is a living museum of mid-century architecture. Take a tour and discover the fascinating history of this stunning neighborhood.
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A condominium project before condominiums were invented in the West. Learn the fascinating history behind Desert Skies.
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at moder...
Once the first Holiday Inn in California, now an exclusive hotel that draws international stars. Listen to hear the Parker's "only in Palm Springs" story.
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An eclectic neighborhood full of mid-century charm built on top of the old World War II Army airfield. Join me for a ride through Sunmor!
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and det...
The iconic palm trees along Palm Canyon are historic and suddenly in the news! Discover their history and why they are special.
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My family was in town, and we all rode the tram up to the top to cool off, but also to admire the amazing Upper Station. Built more than 60 years ago! Check out my earlier podcast about the tram construction and listen to this one for the whole story!
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Sp...
The True and False episode I did is the most popular podcast! I'm glad that everyone wants the truth behind what we hear on the streets of the city. There are a lot of urban legends and myths floating around Palm Springs. In this follow-on episode, we tackle six more myths.
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Palm Springs icon Trini Lopez charmed the world with his vibrant guitar rhythms and energetic spirit. You know his songs, "If I Had a Hammer," "Lemon Tree", or "La Bamba", but you may not know his name.
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Joshua Tree National Park is a world-famous attraction for its beauty and uniqueness. We're lucky that it is practically in our backyard!
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and de...
Tired of the heat? Do what I do and spend a day at the top of the tram on Mt. San Jacinto. You might even need to bring a sweatshirt!
This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details...
Palm Springs is one of the many cities in Southern California cooperating with the Dark Skies program. What is it? Listen in and find out why the lights are low.
The Tennis District has something for everyone. Apartments, condos, historic inns, homes, and great dining opportunities. We explore one of the older neighborhoods in Palm Springs in this episode.
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The Base at 29Palms has a long history from native lands, to glider training, to a school for the newest technology. Check out what this desolate and remote location is all about.
Some of the music in this podcast is John Philip Sousa's compositions played by the Marine Band. Sousa's music is all in the public domain, and these Marine Band recordings are shared by them on the Internet.
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Perhaps the oldest neighborhood in Palm Springs. People who live outside Old Las Palmas call it that. Residents of Old Las Palmas simply call it Las Palmas. By any name, this is a great neighborhood to explore by bike or on foot.
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