THIS WEEK'S EPISODE
Step into Palm Springs history at Skip Paige’s Little Bar 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 team, just friends, champagne, and a tripod—finished in about an hour. She recalls the Racquet Club days when celebrities escaped Hollywood attention, and the parties, charity events, and fashion shows that shaped the valley’s culture. The conversation also explores her friendship with Barbara Sinatra, the founding of the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center, and why firsthand memories still matter. Expect laughs, name-drops, and pure Palm Springs magic!
Big Conversations, Little Bar is the popular podcast that brings together hosts Patrick Evans and Randy Florence in the intimate setting of Skip Paige's Little Bar at the center of the Coachella Valley Universe in Palm Desert, where intriguing personalities from various fields engage in lively and unfiltered discussions. The show's unique blend of relaxed atmosphere and thought-provoking conversations has attracted a large and dedicated audience.
Listeners are drawn to the authentic and candid exchanges between the hosts and their guests who reside full- or part-time in the Desert Cities region of Southern California, which range from light-hearted banter to deeper insights on a wide array of topics. With a reputation for creating a welcoming space for genuine conversations and genuine connections, Big Conversations, Little Bar has become a go-to destination for those seeking entertainment, inspiration, and a dose of laughter.
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