David Perry speaks with Jewelle Gomez, author of seven books including the legendary Gilda Stories @davidperryassociates

David Perry speaks with Jewelle Gomez, author of seven books including the legendary Gilda Stories

davidperryassociates 2016-09-01 | Episode # 325
10 Percent TV's David Perry speaks with the incomparable Jewelle Gomez, author of seven books including the legendary Gilda Stories.

Interview with Lynne Jassem creator of Tap Dancing with my Pronouns: The Life of Richard Greene

davidperryassociates 2024-09-30 | Ahoy! David Eugene Perry speaks with the irrepressible and award winning tap dancer / comedienne / actor Lynne Jassem, creator of "Tap Dancing with my Pronouns: The He/She Life of Richard Greene” at San Francisco’s acclaimed BRAVA! For Women in the Arts October 19 - 26, 2024. Directed by Wendy Hammers, this impactful autobiographical story follows Lynne as she/he discovers how she/he fits in with the world. Along the way, every strange situation she encounters brings her closer to her truth, and all with the jumping off point of a not-very-socially-exploratory time: 1949.

Duncan Jenkins, founder of The Sithsonian one of the largest collections of Star War memorabilia

davidperryassociates 2024-09-30 | Ahoy! Duncan Jenkins, founder of The Sithsonian -- one of the world's largest collections of Star War memorabilia -- speaks with David Eugene Perry about the October 5 benefit party for the nonprofit Rancho Obi-Wan taking place at Seattle's iconic Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP). Known for his international presentations at Star Wars conventions, Duncan's collection is one of the most comprehensive in the world, with a focus on international and unique memorabilia. He has also co authored four Star Wars collectibles books.

A chat with Gus Lopez, founder of Bobacabana, one of the worlds foremost Star Wars collections

davidperryassociates 2024-09-27 | Ahoy! David Eugene Perry chats with Gus Lopez, founder of Bobacabana, one of the world's foremost Star Wars collections. Creator of the Star Wars Celebration Collecting Track and author of several Star Wars books and articles. Gus' collection includes rare and one-of-a-kind items like original art, toys, awards, and movie memorabilia. Check out parts of Gus' collection at the October 5 Rancho-Obi Wan benefit at Seattle's Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP). Click the link below for tickets to a party no Star Wars fan should miss! ranchoobiwan.org/fundraiser2024/tickets/Rancho-Obi-Wan-Fundraiser-2024-Main-Event-p661983718

Star Wars collectors Lisa Stevens & Vic Wertz of The Imperial Archives speak with David Eugene Perry

davidperryassociates 2024-09-25 | Ahoy! Star Wars collectors Lisa Stevens and Vic Wertz of The Imperial Archives speak with David Eugene Perry about the upcoming Rancho Obi-Wan benefit party, Saturday, October 5 at Seattle's Museum of Pop Culture. As part of that "one-night-only" spectacular, attendees can bid on special tours of Lisa and Vic's world-class collection. These tours, paired with a Skywalker Vineyards wine tasting, offer a rare glimpse into the personal treasures of some of the most dedicated Star Wars collectors in the world. Get your tickets now at the link below: ranchoobiwan.org/fundraiser2024/tickets

Ahoy! Interview with Star Wars Super Fan and online influencer Mark Daniel

davidperryassociates 2024-09-18 | Ahoy! Star Wars Super Fan and online influencer Mark Daniel, known throughout the galaxy for his "Star Wars Celebration" appearances, speaks with David Perry about the upcoming Rancho Obi-Wan benefit on October 5 at Seattle's iconic Museum of Pop Culture where Mark is serving as special guest emcee. Get your tickets at the link below: @ser2024/

Oct 5 at Seattles Museum of Pop Culture, a one-night-only event to benefit nonprofit Rancho Obi-Wan

davidperryassociates 2024-09-06 | 6 September 2024: Ahoy! "A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away....." Actually, on Saturday, October 5 at Seattle's iconic Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP), the stars come to Earth for a special one-night-only event to benefit the nonprofit Rancho Obi-Wan: the world's largest collection of Star Wars memorabilia. David Eugene Perry speaks with the founder and director of Rancho Obi-Wan, Steve Sansweet. Plus, that night, history will be made, so get your tickets now at ranchoobiwan.org (direct link here: ranchoobiwan.org/tickets-on-sale-now-for-rancho-obi-wan-fundraiser-in-seattle

Inaugural Porchfest Benicia

davidperryassociates 2024-07-26 | Is there anything friendlier than a front porch with a view? The folks at Benicia Magazine (beniciamagazine.com) are inviting, well, everyone to come down to the Bay’s historic and charming town and see for themselves on Saturday, September 21 (1pm – 5pm) at the inaugural Porchfest Benicia (www.porchfest-benicia.com). A vibrant and community-driven music festival, the first annual Porchfest Benicia will transform the charming porches of Benicia’s vintage homes and the bustling storefronts of First Street into lively stages for a diverse lineup of musical performances, art and interactive family-friendly experiences.

David Eugene Perry reporting from Orvietos Bistro Miranda

davidperryassociates 2024-06-17 | 16 June 2024: Ahoy! David Eugene Perry and Alfredo Casuso enjoy one of
their favorite restaurants, Bistrò Miranda, in the charming and
historic Umbrian hilltop town of Orvieto, Italy. Local specialties
served with an elegant but casual flair combined with a full bar, and
a perfectly done extra dry gin martini make for a perfect punctuation
to a memorable meal. https://www.bistromiranda.it/

Desert Brews dynamic duo dips into The Spa at Séc-he at the Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza

davidperryassociates 2024-06-03 | Airdate 1 June 2024: NBC Palm Springs’ Desert Brew dynamic duo of Gene W. Howell and Rasheed dip into The Spa at Séc-he at the Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza. Come on in, the water is fine! @

Eye on the Desert interviews Lynne Jassem about the Palm Springs premiere of Being Richard Greene

davidperryassociates 2024-05-20 | Eye on the Desert interviews Lynne Jassem about the Palm Springs premiere of her show “Being Richard Greene.” It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE, a laugh-‘til-you cry intimate exploration of one “person’s” intimate journey of gender identity. That person is the incomparable Lynne Jassem. Directed by Wendy Hammers, this impactful autobiographical story follows Lynne as she/he discovers how she/he fits in with the world. Along the way, every strange situation she encounters, bringing her closer to her truth, and all with the jumping off point of a not-very-socially-exploratory time: 1949.

The Desert Brew chats up Lynne Jassem about her acclaimed one-person show BEING RICHARD GREENE

davidperryassociates 2024-05-18 | Gene and Rasheed of The Desert Brew chat up Lynne Jassem about her acclaimed one-person show BEING RICHARD GREENE, a laugh-‘til-you cry intimate exploration of one “person’s” intimate journey of gender identity. That person is the incomparable Lynne Jassem. Directed by Wendy Hammers, this impactful autobiographical story follows Lynne as she/he discovers how she/he fits in with the world. Along the way, every strange situation she encounters bringing her closer to her truth, and all with the jumping off point of a not-very-socially-exploratory time: 1949. The acclaimed solo act has its Palm Springs Premiere at Revolution Stage (611 N. Palm Canyon Drive) for two performances only: Saturday, May 18 at 7:30pm and Sunday, May 19 at 2pm. Tickets are available online at or by phone at (760) 318-4115.

The Desert Brew chats up Lynne Jassem about her acclaimed one-person show BEING RICHARD GREENE

It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE

davidperryassociates 2024-05-01 | It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE, a laugh-‘til-you cry intimate exploration of one “person’s” intimate journey of gender identity. That person is the incomparable Lynne Jassem. Directed by Wendy Hammers, this impactful autobiographical story follows Lynne as she/he discovers how she/he fits in with the world. Along the way, every strange situation she encounters, bringing her closer to her truth, and all with the jumping off point of a not-very-socially-exploratory time: 1949.

Ahoy! It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE

davidperryassociates 2024-04-22 | Ahoy! It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE, a laugh-‘til-you cry intimate exploration of one “person’s” intimate journey of gender identity. That person is the incomparable Lynne Jassem. Directed by Wendy Hammers, this impactful autobiographical story follows Lynne as she/he discovers how she/he fits in with the world. Along the way, every strange situation she encounters bringing her closer to her truth, and all with the jumping off point of a not-very-socially-exploratory time: 1949. The acclaimed solo act has its Palm Springs Premiere at Revolution Stage (611 N. Palm Canyon Drive) for two performances only: Saturday, May 18 at 7:30pm and Sunday, May 19 at 2pm. Tickets are available online at or by phone at (760) 318-4115.

People lined Israels coast, a powerful human chain united in one call: Release the Hostages

davidperryassociates 2024-04-19 | 19 April 2024: Today, just days before Passover’s celebration of liberty, thousands of people lined the coastline of Israel, shoulder to shoulder — a powerful human chain united in one call: Release the Hostages. The families of the hostages joined thousands from the general public in this moving display. The human chain stretched along the coastline from Hof HaBonim to Rishon LeZion. On many beaches around Israel, displays were also set up as part of this moving initiative, meant to remind Israeli citizens visiting the beaches during the Passover holiday that there are still 133 hostages held captive in Hamas tunnels in Gaza.

Ahoy! David Eugene Perry speaks with the incomparable Bonnie G.

davidperryassociates 2024-04-18 | Ahoy! David Eugene Perry speaks with the incomparable Bonnie G. Sultry meets sultry as this local Palm Springs legend pays tribute in song to an international one. For one night only, Bonnie presents “The Look of Love: The Music of Dusty Springfield” on Friday, May 3, at 7pm at Revolution Stage in Palm Springs. The evening promises an unforgettable journey through the hits of Dusty Springfield, one of the most iconic singers of the 20th century, whose soulful voice and hits like “Son of a Preacher Man” have left an indelible mark on music history.

23 March 2024: San Franciscos 3rd Annual Union Square in Bloom campaign kicked off

davidperryassociates 2024-03-24 | 23 March 2024: San Francisco's 3rd Annual Union Square in Bloom campaign kicked off with the Spring Fling Concert & Union Square in Bloom Passport Debut. Passport is a guide to over 40 oversized floral displays cascading from area hotels, restaurants, bars, and retail establishments in addition to a wide range of events celebrating arts, culture and nightlife, and cocktail offerings all combine to highlight Union Square’s rich floral history with a modern twist. Union Square in Bloom is presented by Amazon, the Union Square Foundation, Union Square Alliance, the San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development, the Office of Mayor London N. Breed, and the Community Challenge Grants. @

On March 9, 2024, Tulip Day returned to San Franciscos Union Square

davidperryassociates 2024-03-18 | On March 9, 2024, Tulip Day returned to San Francisco's Union Square, presented in collaboration with Royal Anthos, Consulate General of the Netherlands, the San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development, the Office of Mayor London N. Breed, and the Union Square Foundation. Over 50,000 people enjoyed this annual free event, celebrating International Women's Day and the return of spring. Video production by Beto "Mooncricket" Lopez for David Perry & Associates. Inc.

A high-in-the-sky look at the restoration of San Francisco’s Castro Theatre

davidperryassociates 2024-03-17 | 15 March 2024. David Eugene Perry takes a high-in-the-sky look at the restoration of San Francisco’s landmark Castro Theatre, beloved by generations of the film, LGBTQ and cultural communities. Opened in 1922, the historic venue will reopen in 2025 following its renovation by San Francisco Bay Area firm Another Planet working with Evergreene Architectural Arts.

Eye on the Desert interview with Dayna Steele’s about her play, THE WOMAN IN THE MIRROR.

davidperryassociates 2024-03-10 | Patrick Evans of KESQ TV's "Eye on the Desert" interviews Dayna Steele’s about her tour de force play, THE WOMAN IN THE MIRROR, based on Steele’s critically acclaimed best-selling book Surviving Alzheimer’s with Friends, Facebook, and a Really Big Glass of Wine. THE WOMAN IN THE MIRROR is “a love letter to an often-unsung group of people: caregivers” (Houston Press). The play has its West Coast Premiere, March 8 – 31 at the Revolution Stage Company in Palm Springs (611 S Palm Canyon Drive). The production is directed by Laura Stearns who is known for her twelve years with the acclaimed Guthrie Theatre of Minneapolis. The role of JO is played by Rebecca McWilliams.

APE Castro March2024 Victor Victoria

davidperryassociates 2024-03-07 | 4 February 2024: The historic landmark Castro Theatre hosted a special presentation of the iconic film "Victor / Victoria" as the last screening before the theatre's long-awaited restoration, renovation and revitalization by Bay Area firm Another Planet Entertainment. The renovation will be complete sometime in 2025.

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David Perry chats with Hollywood maven Kevin Reel Kev Thomas about this years Oscar picks

davidperryassociates 2024-02-12 | David Perry chats with movie influencer and Hollywood maven Kevin "Reel Kev" Thomas about this year's Oscar picks

Lesley Ann Warren introduces “Victor/Victoria” at San Francisco’s historic landmark Castro Theatre

davidperryassociates 2024-02-05 | 4 February 2024: The great Lesley Ann Warren introduces “Victor/Victoria” at San Francisco’s historic landmark Castro Theatre: the final pre-renovation event before a multimillion dollar restoration and revitalization by the Bay Area’s Another Planet Entertainment. The theatre will reopen in 2025.

Orvieto Città viva, esperienza autentica

davidperryassociates 2023-11-24 | A vibrant city; an authentic experience: words that encapsulate a territory rich in beauty, history, and culture. Orvieto tells its story through the voices of its inhabitants, inviting them to visit this exquisite town. Orvieto is rich in culture, unique experiences, and human heritage. Meet the women and men who live it and make it unique. www.liveorvieto.com

Bonnie Gilgallon of Radio 111 Desert Scene speaks with Michael Holmes

davidperryassociates 2023-11-16 | Bonnie Gilgallon of Radio 111 Desert Scene speaks with Michael Holmes about what’s upcoming at the iconic Purple Room in Palm Springs — birthplace of The Rat Pack — now celebrating its 10th anniversary year since reopening. purpleroompalmsprings.com

Buona Sera from the lovely Med Yacht Club Restaurant onboard the newly minted Explora I

davidperryassociates 2023-10-24 | 23 October 2023: Ahoy! Ciao! Buona Sera from the lovely Med Yacht Club Restaurant onboard the newly minted Explora I: glorious cuisine of “Mare Nostrum” in a gallery of maritime art including some wonderful models of mid century Italian liners. Sono in Paradiso! @

Liam Mayclem, The Foodie Chap, is our special guest at this years PS Food & Wine Festival

davidperryassociates 2023-10-17 | Liam Mayclem, Emmy Award winning reporter and creator of "The Foodie Chap" is our special guest emcee at this year's Palm Springs Food & Wine Festival, November 11 & 12, 2023: @

2023 29th hotel council golf tournament

davidperryassociates 2023-10-16 | On October 9, 2023 the Hotel Council of San Francisco hosted the
return of the 29th Annual Golf Tournament at the Presidio Golf Course.
The signature event seamlessly blended camaraderie, leisure, and
friendly competition amidst the breathtaking backdrop of one of San
Francisco's premier golf courses.

John Taylor interviews legendary Tales Of The City author Armistead Maupin for KGAY Radio

davidperryassociates 2023-10-09 | 9 October 2023: John Taylor interviews legendary Tales Of The City author Armistead Maupin for KGAY Radio. Armistead kicks off the Pride on the Page Book Festival from the Palm Springs Public Library Foundation at the Palm Springs Cultural Center on Friday, October 13, in conversation with writer David Eugene Perry.

Getting to know you: Corey Roskin

davidperryassociates 2023-10-05 | 29 September 2023: Alan Potash of the Jewish Community Center of the Desert, along with Jeff Hocker, host "Getting To Know You" a podcast highlighting interesting people in the Coachella Valley. Today, Alan and Jeff speak with Corey Roskin, coordinator for this year's 2nd Annual Pride on the Page Book Festival in Palm Springs. Kicking off with a conversation with famed "Tales of the City" author Armistead Maupin on October 13, the Festival continues on October 14 with over 50 LGBTQ writers. @

Getting to know you: Ellen Goodman

davidperryassociates 2023-10-05 | Alan Potash of the Jewish Community Center of the Desert, along with Jeff Hocker, host "Getting To Know You" a podcast highlighting interesting people in the Coachella Valley. Today, Alan and Jeff speak with Ellen Goodman, Director for the Foundation for the Palm Springs Unified School District.

Getting to know you podcast: David Eugene Perry

davidperryassociates 2023-10-05 | 2 October 2023: Alan Potash of the Jewish Community Center of the Desert, along with Jeff Hocker, host "Getting To Know You" a podcast highlighting interesting people in the Coachella Valley. Today, Alan and Jeff speak with local author and longtime time communications professional David Eugene Perry, highlighting his best-selling mystery thriller "Upon This Rock" and Perry's work with clients and good causes.

Award winning gay Iranian author Abdi Nazemian speaks with John Taylor of KGAY Radio

davidperryassociates 2023-09-28 | Award winning gay Iranian author Abdi Nazemian speaks with John Taylor
of KGAY Radio about this year’s 2nd annual Pride on the Page Book
Festival, Saturday, October 14 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center —
FREE. Abi is on the panel "Young at Heart From the Start: On Writing
the LGBTQ+ Young Adult Novel" 12:30pm - 1:30pm. The night before,
Friday, October 13 at 7pm, there's a special kick-off event featuring
“Tales of the City” creator Armistead Maupin, benefiting the Palm
Springs Library Foundation. www.prideonthepage.org

David Perry, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce board of directors speaks against Senate Bill 1838

davidperryassociates 2023-09-14 | David Perry, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce board of directors and Small Business Chair, speaks out against Senate Bill 1838, the so-called "Credit Card Competition" act and its detrimental impact on small business and business travel.

Byron Lane & Steven Rowley speak with KGAY Radio about the 2nd Pride on the Page Book Festival,

davidperryassociates 2023-09-14 | Husband-and-husband authors Byron Lane and Steven Rowley speak with John Taylor of KGAY Radio about this year’s 2nd annual Pride on the Page Book Festival, October 14 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center — FREE — with a special kick-off event October 13 featuring “Tales of the City” creator Armistead Maupin, benefiting the Palm Springs Library Foundation. www.prideonthepage.org

Acclaimed travel expert David Kliman weighs in with his opposition to Senate Bill 1838

davidperryassociates 2023-09-05 | Internationally acclaimed travel expert David Kliman (klimangroup.com) weighs in with his opposition to Senate Bill 1838, the so called "Credit Card Competition Act." One of its tenets: stripping away credit card reward programs and frequent flier miles. Kliman, "one of the most influential people in the meetings industry (Meeting News) is the past international chairman of MPI (Meetings International), a pilot and a frequent business traveler for clients.

2023 brings a new relationship: Palm Springs, California and SanMiguel de Allende, Mexico

davidperryassociates 2023-07-25 | 2023 brings a new relationship: Palm Springs, California and San
Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Palm Springs Sister Cities was created with the purpose of enhancing world peace by promoting and servicing relationships between the City of Palm Springs and other similar government units in foreign countries with the object of developing closer understanding and cooperation between people of those respective governmental units. The group hopes to ensure a world of peace through goodwill, compassion, and helping other cultures. @

Breanna Sinclairé hosts SF 2023 Pride Show

davidperryassociates 2023-06-23 | Breanna Sinclairé (www.breannasinclaire.com), the first transgender woman to sing the American national anthem at a professional sporting event and an internationally acclaimed singer featured in The New York Times, PBS and European and American national media will co-host the San Francisco Pride Show, this Sunday, June 25 at the invitation of CBS Bay Area on KPIX, Channel 5. The live broadcast begins at 10am, with Breanna hosting the second hour, beginning at 11am. Sinclairé is joined by local business owner and activist Manny Yekutiel who will host the show’s first hour.

Bay To Breakers highlight 2023

davidperryassociates 2023-05-24 | 21 May 2023: Highlights from the Zappos Bay to Breakers race in San Francisco: produced by Beto Lopez and Andres Acosta / David Perry & Associates, Inc. Started as a way to lift the city's spirits after the disastrous 1906 Earthquake and Fire, Bay to Breakers has been run for more consecutive years over a given course and length than has any other footrace in the world. The phrase "Bay to Breakers" reflects the fact that the race starts at the northeast end of the downtown area a few blocks from The Embarcadero (adjacent to San Francisco Bay) and runs west through the city to finish at the Great Highway (adjacent to the Pacific coast, where breakers crash onto Ocean Beach). The complete course is 7.46 miles (12 km) long and is known not only for the athletic accomplishments of the elite runners, but for the more than 15,000 other participants who walk, run and stroll the course in vivid and varied costumes reflecting the diversity and spirit of San Francisco.

Philippe Cousteau, son of Jacques Cousteau interviewed for the International Ocean Film Festival

davidperryassociates 2023-03-27 | 24 March 2023: Philippe Cousteau, son of legendary oceanographer Jacques Cousteau is interviewed about the upcoming 20th anniversary International Ocean Film Festival in San Francisco, and the annual benefit on March 31 during which the "Ocean Champion" award honors are going to him and his wife: Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau.

80,000 Tulips donated in honor of International Women’s Day at San Franciscos Union Square

davidperryassociates 2023-03-07 | On Saturday, March 4, 2023, 30-35,000 people gathered at Union Square in San Francisco, CA, to pick a free bouquet from the 80,000 tulips donated in honor of International Women’s Day. The event aimed to brighten moods, kick off spring and celebrate inspirational women. Royal Anthos presented this free event with help from the Netherlands Consulate in San Francisco, San Francisco Recreation and Parks, and the Union Square Alliance. (video by Beto Lopez, Mooncricket Films for David Perry & Associates, Inc)

David Eugene Perry interviews film blogger and movie influencer Kevin Thomas

davidperryassociates 2023-02-25 | Ahoy! David Eugene Perry interviews film blogger and movie influencer Kevin Thomas of REELKev fame about this year's slate of Academy nominated films. Besides David and Kevin's annual discussion of what's hot, what's not and what upsets there will be, they both profess their love for their mutual favorite actress, Kate Winslet, and the Oscar winning disaster theme songs of Maureen McGovern. Enjoy! Find Kevin's all-about-movies YouTube channel at @

SanFranDISCO roller skating rink at San Franciscos Civic Center

davidperryassociates 2023-02-14 | Extended by popular demand! SanFranDISCO roller skating rink at San Francisco's Civic Center in front of SF City Hall! Info at iskatesf.com #iskatesf #sanfrandisco

Video by Andres Acosta

SanFranDISCO roller skating rink at San Franciscos Civic Center