Today’s media landscape continues to devolve or evolve — depending on your point of view. The devolution occurred last year with the demise of public broadcasting as the administration eliminated the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). PBS and NPR have held on with support from foundations, listeners and affiliate radio stations. The purge continued with the demise of CBS — 60 Minutes and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert — and threats against ABC, for example.
As we start #SupportYourStation Week on KGAY, I provide some perspective on the state of media and why it’s important to help us with a small contribution this week.
Brad Fuhr, your K-Gay Desert Guide
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THIS FRI: KGAY’s Big Splash | Support Your Station Pool Party
KGAY’s Big Splash | Support Your Station Pool Party makes a splash at The Palm Springs Surf Club on Friday, June 26 from 7–10 pm, offering exclusive nighttime access to River Island and the Lazy River. MODGIRL spins live throughout the evening, creating the perfect soundtrack for cool water, warm air, and starry skies. Guests can start early with Happy Hour at The Restaurant from 5–7 pm, and all proceeds benefit the KGAY Support Your Station campaign. It’s a 21+ event designed for summer fun with friends. More info
MON–TUE: PS/NExT Summit 2026
The PS/NExT Summit 2026 brings two days of innovation, creativity, and emerging tech to the Palm Springs Convention Center on Monday–Tuesday, June 22–23, running Monday from 8 am–7 pm and Tuesday from 8 am–2 pm. Featuring industry‑shaping voices like filmmaker Rob Minkoff, storyteller Baratunde Thurston, engineer Philip Su, and AI artist Kelly McKernan, the summit spans six curated tracks covering community learning, small business tools, education, developers, creativity × AI, and civic leadership. With hands‑on sessions, the Vibe‑a‑thon, GenJam, and cross‑industry conversations, PS/NExT offers a rare chance to explore how AI and emerging tech are reshaping life, work, and creative expression in the Coachella Valley. More info
MON: XOXO Palm Springs Final Day
XOXO Palm Springs concludes its 12‑day celebration on Monday, June 22, with a vibrant mix of film, music, and cultural experiences across the city. At the Palm Springs Cultural Center, the festival’s nightly feature Sabbath Queen screens at 7:30 pm, offering one last chance to catch this intimate documentary. Live music fills the evening as Leanna & Miguel perform at V Wine Lounge from 5–8 pm, while Karaoke with Kyle brings a lively crowd to the Ace Hotel & Swim Club at 8 pm. Melvyn’s continues its nightly tradition of free live music, creating a perfect soundtrack for the festival’s final night. More info
TUE–MON: Palm Springs International ShortFest 2026
The Palm Springs International ShortFest 2026 returns to Festival Theaters for seven days of world‑class short‑form cinema from Tuesday–Monday, June 23–29. Showcasing more than 300 films from around the globe, ShortFest highlights emerging storytellers, acclaimed directors, and future Oscar contenders across thoughtfully curated programs. Attendees can explore genres ranging from comedy and drama to animation and documentary, with filmmaker Q&As and industry conversations enhancing the experience. Opening Night begins Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 pm at Festival Theaters 5, kicking off a week of creativity and cinematic discovery. More info
THU: GAY!LA – Palm Springs International ShortFest Pride Party
ShortFest sparkles as GAY!LA takes over Thursday, June 25, for a late‑night celebration of identity, joy, and pure queer brilliance. From 10 pm–midnight at The Sonoran Palm Springs, this 21+ event brings dancing, high‑voltage music, and a room full of people ready to live loudly and love boldly. It’s the perfect way to close out your festival day with pride, community, and fun. More info
THU–SAT: Making Porn
Theatre lovers can experience Making Porn at Prism Theater, with performances running Thursday–Saturday, June 25–28 as part of its full run through August 2. This outrageous hit comedy follows the chaos of a low‑budget gay adult film shoot, where a struggling actor is pulled into a world of eccentric performers, oversized egos, and nonstop backstage mayhem. Packed with rapid‑fire jokes, fearless camp, and surprising heart, the production delivers a bold, R‑rated experience. More info
FRI–SAT: Stock the Shelves for Summer
The Stock the Shelves for Summer Community Food Drive invites the community to support the Community Food Bank at The Center on Friday, June 26 from 8 am–4 pm and Saturday, June 27 from 9 am–2 pm. Held at the Food Bank’s location on Alejo Road, the drive helps ensure that no one in the community goes hungry during the summer months. Attendees can drop off donations in person or contribute online anytime, with all items directly supporting local residents in need. More info
On Golden Pond
The Big Bear Theatre Project presents On Golden Pond, running through June 28 at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center. Ernest Thompson’s award‑winning play follows Norman and Ethel Thayer through a summer at their New England lake cottage, blending humor, memory, and the tenderness of family reconciliation. This production offers a heartfelt, intimate staging of a beloved theatrical masterwork. More info
