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Venetian's 25th Anniversary, Blake Shelton Talks Ole Red Las Vegas, Off-Strip Restaurant Recommendation, Movies at Fontainebleau's Pool Deck, DWTS' Gleb Savchenko Hosts Chippendales | Ep. 218

Vegas Revealed - April 25, 2024 19:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
The Venetian Las Vegas is getting ready to celebrate 25 years! They were also recently recognized by the White House for one of their important programs. Plus, Blake Shelton visits Ole Red Las Vegas for the official grand opening. He also performed. You'll hear from Blake on why he thinks there'...

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"At The Sands: The Casino That Shaped Las Vegas" - The Complete David Schwartz Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - April 24, 2024 16:13 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
Oh, sure, "The Sahara," "The Riv," and "The Trop" came close, but no casino epitomized classic, vintage Vegas quite like The Sands! After all, it was the headquarters of The Rat Pack! The era-defining showroom of The Sands hosted only the best of the best and lured visitors from around the world;...

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How G. Edward Martin combines philosophy and fiction

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - April 23, 2024 09:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
"This book literally left me speechless," 5-star Amazon Review for The Flower from the Garbage. G. Edward Martin loves to write and uses his passion to fuel his entire creative process. He uses his book, The Flower from the Garbage to ask rough, philosophical questions to keep readers engaged in...

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Marcus Sameulsson: Uniting cultures dish by dish

Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture - April 19, 2024 00:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 888 ratings
Pushing the boundaries of culinary artistry Witness culture and the unexpected converge, revealing the medley of tastes, sounds and experiences that influence the brand that is—Marcus Sameulsson. From a young age, Marcus aspired to be great by recognizing greatness in others. His path to becomi...

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Marcus Samuelsson: Uniting cultures dish by dish

Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture - April 19, 2024 00:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 888 ratings
Pushing the boundaries of culinary artistry Witness culture and the unexpected converge, revealing the medley of tastes, sounds and experiences that influence the brand that is—Marcus Samuelsson. From a young age, Marcus aspired to be great by recognizing greatness in others. His path to becomi...

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IN DEPTH: Rio Hotel & Casino Owner sits down with Vegas Revealed | Ep. 217

Vegas Revealed - April 18, 2024 19:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
We sit down one-on-one with the owner of the Rio Hotel & Casino. Dreamscape bought the property in 2019 and took over operations in 2023. There are big changes underway! Many of our listeners and viewers have sent messages and made comments wanting to know more. We met the Founder & CEO of Dream...

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THE LAST SERMON: a conversation with director Chipper Lowell

Name This Show with Taylor Hughes - April 16, 2024 21:24 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratings
Taylor with his friend and director Chipper Lowell about the process behind Taylor's solo show THE LAST SERMON.   Get tickets to see THE LAST SERMON Tuesday, April 30th at Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles Last Sermon Tickets

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Carole Wolfe, author of award-winning My Best series talks about her craft

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - April 16, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
"My Best Mistake by Carole Wolfe is a fun and inspiring read," Edith Wairimu for Readers' Favorite This week Burke is joined by Carole Wolfe, a Reader's Favorite award-winning author, who recently found critical acclaim with her "My Best..." series. For Carole, being a writer has been a lifelon...

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Interview with Emmitt Smith, Cirque Du Soleil's Beatles LOVE Show Ending, Culinary Food Festival Coming to Wynn Las Vegas, Free Line Dancing Lessons, Ocean Prime Brunch, Parking Gripe | Ep. 216

Vegas Revealed - April 11, 2024 20:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
Cirque Du Soleil's popular show "The Beatles LOVE" is taking its final bow at The Mirage. The show is closing July 7th after an historic run. NFL Legend, Emmitt Smith, opened a restaurant on the Las Vegas strip. We were at the grand opening of Emmitt's Vegas and interviewed the man himself! We a...

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"The Comedians" - The Complete Kliph Nesteroff Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - April 10, 2024 17:43 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
Johnny Carson used to say that there is nothing more boring than a discussion about comedy. After listening to our guest, former standup comedian now author Kliph Nesteroff, you will beg to differ. He talks about this uniquely American art-form and his great book "The Comedians: Drunks, Thieves, ...

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Bringing science to sci-fi with award winning author Terry Birdgenaw

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - April 09, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This week Burke speaks with Terry Birdgenaw, author of the award-winning Antunite Chronicles trilogy of books. He talks about his inspirations and what got him into writing. Terry shares how his career as a scientist actually informs the way he writes these books. He was inspired by the altruis...

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David Blaine Blows Our Mind, F1's New Approach, Las Vegas Restaurant Scene Trends, Duran Duran, Sammy Hagar's Island at Palms, Tropicana Officially Closed | Ep. 215

Vegas Revealed - April 04, 2024 22:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
We attend David Blaine's show IMPOSSIBLE at Wynn Las Vegas. He is a really good magician!!! We discuss what loved about the show. He's back again in May.  Duran Duran and NE-YO also announce shows at Wynn this week. Adele is making up those shows she had to cancel when she was sick. Formula 1 wi...

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It's Magic... Souplation

Name This Show with Taylor Hughes - April 03, 2024 21:40 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratings
Name This Show with Taylor Hughes Podcast Episode 204   In this episode, Taylor talks about going to a magic show, Soup themed restaurants and does the worst Christopher Walken Impression   Taylor Hughes is a comedian, magician and author of the new book MISDIRECTION: A Magician’s Guide ...

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"On The Wings of Love" - The Jeffrey Osborne Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - April 03, 2024 16:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
He started out as a drummer, but when he started singing, WOW! Our guest is Jeffrey Osborne, one of music's most versatile, soulful singer-songwriters with four grammy nominations, five gold and platinum albums, and a single that set the world on fire: "On the Wings of Love." https://www.jeffrey...

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In Memory of Joe Blunt, of the Drifters and Voices of Classic Soul

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - April 02, 2024 09:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
During his decade (1975-1985) as one of the lead singers of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group The Drifters, Blunt was privileged to perform alongside the legendary Ben E. King (Stand By Me) and the great Johnny Moore (Under The Boardwalk). During this period, The Drifters experienced a signifi...

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Forbes Travel Guide Interview, Comedian Michael Yo's Las Vegas Residency, Tropicana Closing, Bellagio Pool Cafe & Bar | Ep. 214

Vegas Revealed - March 28, 2024 21:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
We chat with the head of ratings for the Forbes Travel Guide. Amanda Frasier fills us in on luxury in Las Vegas, new travel trends, and what Las Vegas could improve upon. We also chat with comedian, Michael Yo! He has a new weekly show at Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club on the strip. Yo moved here a ...

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"Have You Been 'Portnoyed?'" - The Complete Neal Portnoy Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - March 27, 2024 17:32 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
This week, learn how a former professional baseball player went on to become the most prolific, celebrated caricaturist and illustrator in Vegas: Neal Portnoy of Portnoy Gallery. "Have you been 'Portnoyed?'" Plus, listen for details on pre-ordering the new book "You Thought It Was More" the story...

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Getting to Jumbalot with award-winning author Ryan Wakefield

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - March 26, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This week Burke speaks with Ryan Wakefield, a Reader's Favorite Award Winner. In Ryan's award-winning book, Journey to Jumbalot, he tells an epic story in a world of animals combined together. He was always encouraged to create and it's paid off - he's told his books are enjoyed by children who ...

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Everyone Needs Mags Miller

Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture - March 25, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 888 ratings
Exploring the elements of authentic storytelling The theme of the show, and this episode in particular, is brand, culture and the unexpected. Mags Miller, director, producer, and storyteller, is the perfect encapsulation of our theme. Mags is a Global Citizen who grew up in Nigeria, Tanzania an...

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Las Vegas Arts District Restaurant Expands, Comedian Luenell Interview, Top Things to Do if First Time Visitor | Ep. 213

Vegas Revealed - March 21, 2024 23:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
Esther's Kitchen is a popular restaurant in Las Vegas' Arts District. It was so popular, the location closed and moved down the street to an expanded space. It's now open! We sit down with Award-winning Chef James Trees to talk about what makes this restaurant such a hit. Plus, comedian and actr...

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"Making of the Mob" - The Complete Meyer Lansky II Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - March 20, 2024 16:25 - 39 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
Last week, we said "Elvis" and "Vegas" were synonymous. You know what else is synonymous with "Vegas?" Organized crime! Host Steven Maggi talks with Meyer Lansky II, grandson of the notorious mobster Meyer Lansky, about classic-Vegas, classic-mafia, and what it's like sharing a name that lives in...

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Bringing history to life with award winning author, Roni Rosenthal

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - March 19, 2024 09:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This week Burke speaks with award-winning author, Roni Rosenthal. Her book, "Where the Lilacs Bloom Once Again: Friddie’s Story" has earned hundreds of rave reviews on Amazon and has won her a Reader's Favorite Award. After seeing her father's family tree, she knew it was a story she had to tell...

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Rio Room Renovations & Canteen Food Hall, March Madness Tips Off in Las Vegas, Tuscany Casino Resurgence | Ep. 212

Vegas Revealed - March 14, 2024 19:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
We check out the Rio Las Vegas room renovations and stop by the Canteen Food Hall to taste test some food! The food hall replaced the popular Carnival World Buffet. March Madness is always a busy time in Las Vegas. The Stadium at the Palazzo might be a good place to watch the games. We visit one...

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"Elvis in Vegas" - The Complete Richard Zoglin Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - March 13, 2024 15:59 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
"Elvis" and "Vegas" are synonymous! Host Steven Maggi chats with Richard Zoglin author of "Elvis in Vegas" about how The King, anxious to put those silly movies behind him, reinvented the Las Vegas show and introduced the concept of "residency." This is a comeback story for the ages; for Elvis an...

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Sisters accept Reader's Favorite Award for late sister, her life story

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - March 12, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
"It's plot-driven and paced perfectly and you can't wait to see what happens," 5-Star Amazon Review. At the 2023 Reader's Favorite Awards, three sisters accepted an award for their late sister, Karen Foster. Karen lived her life with 3% visibility and made the most of it every day. Karen was an...

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Knox Hill: The Conviction Behind This Walking Contradiction

Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture - March 08, 2024 03:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 888 ratings
Unleashed through the power of YouTube Father, musician, poet, former professional athlete, creative advocate and commentator. Knox Hill’s combination of selves shouldn’t co-exist. It does. And it does so with contagious energy, passion and volume loud enough to inspire millions with his unique...

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Coin Slots + $2 Shrimp Cocktail in Las Vegas, Spy Ninja HQ Opens, Pitbull Debuts Vegas Restaurant in Wal-Mart, New SpongeBob Ride, New Edition, Carrie Underwood | Ep. 211

Vegas Revealed - March 07, 2024 22:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 108 ratings
We step back in time and head to Slots-A-Fun at Circus Circus. The area has been revamped with 85 coin slot machines and a $2 menu! We also take you to the new SpongeBob Squarepants Crazy Carnival ride on the strip.  Plus, we chat with Creative Director, Brian Burke about the future of entertain...

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"Sin City Gangsters" - The Jeffrey Sussman Interview

Vegas Never Sleeps - March 06, 2024 17:04 - 42 minutes ★★★★ - 8 ratings
Do your Founding Fathers have mugshots? Ours do. Host Steven Maggi talks with Jeffrey Sussman one of the top mob-historians in America about his book "Sin City Gangsters: The Rise and Decline of the Mob in Las Vegas." https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jeffrey%20Sussman/author/B001KIZ3HQ https://vega...

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Using personal experience to bring characters to life with K.C. Roy

Burke Allen's Big Time Talker Podcast — by SpeakerMatch - March 05, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
K.C. Roy is an award winning author earning critical acclaim for his Elementals Series. How does somebody go from martial arts to construction and then to being an award-winning author? It's his love for writing that earned him a reader's favorite award for his original stories told in the Elem...

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Key Sack Progeny with Kimberly Stuart

Name This Show with Taylor Hughes - March 04, 2024 08:01 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratings
Key sack Progeny with Kimberly Stuart   Name This Show with Taylor Hughes Episode 203   In this episode, Taylor talks with his dear friend Kimberly Stuart about so many things including her new book which is available for pre order HERE https://a.co/d/1EpJYfp       Taylor Hughes ...