Las Vegas and Digital Media
Posted by Hunter on August 21, 2008
Steve Friess has a great article in the Las Vegas Weekly about digital media and Las Vegas.
http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/news/2008/aug/21/digital-vegas/
Clearly, something I'm interested in. Besides the podcast and this site, I just submitted my first Las Vegas related iPhone/iPod Touch application, Vegas Mate, to the iTunes App Store for review - it should be for sale very soon.
I'd love to do another Podcast-a-palooza and have main-stream media participating - it could take the event another couple of notches above where it was this year. I have hope.
Vegas Gang #15 - Podcast-a-palooza w/ George Maloof - August 16th, 2008
Posted by Hunter on August 18, 2008
This show was recorded live at The Palms in Las Vegas on August 16th, 2008. Our guest was Palms owner George Maloof.
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
Thanks to everyone that attended - we had a great time and I hope you did too.
There's also a video of our segment of the show here:
http://www.sparkyofvegas.com/Vegas_Gang_Palms.html
I have some photos to post as well, as soon as I can get to it. I'm in the late beta stages for my iPhone application, 'Vegas Mate', trying to get it ready for sale very soon.
Thanks to The Palms, George Maloof and Steve Friess, all of whom contributed to make the event what it was.
Also, a special set of thanks to my co-hosts, some of whom I had not yet met in person. It was a thrill - I wish we could do the show live all the time - it was great.
Updated: Photos posted, including new rooms at The Mirage:
http://www.ratevegas.com/photo/gallery/august2008 (yes, I know the photo gallery has some bugs like duplicate images and navigation problems - I need to get to fixing them one of these days).
Gaming Control Board Recommends Unlicensed Tropicana Take Over
Posted by Hunter on August 6, 2008
Another development in the saga of the Tropicana and Columbia Sussex. This time, the Nevada Gaming Control Board has recommended that the Las Vegas Strip casino be taken over by an unlicensed group of trustees as it progresses through bankruptcy.
http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/aug/06/unlicensed-board-clears-hurdle-control-tropicana/
What's interesting is that they are not licensed employees and that they say that CoSux head Bill Yung is no longer part of the decision making process.
This decision, as well as the recent stoppage at Echelon and other Las Vegas issues will be topics on tomorrow's Vegas Gang.
REMINDER: Vegas Podcast-a-palooza - Saturday August 16th
Posted by Hunter on August 3, 2008
Just a reminder that the Vegas Podcast-a-palooza is coming up in less than two short weeks at The Palms, right off The Strip.
Including Five Hundy By Midnight, The Strip Podcast and the Vegas Gang, along with special guests Carrot Top and George Maloof, this should be a ton of fun.
We'll also have some giveaways and a question and answer period for the show producers.
Attendance is free and all the details are here:
http://www.vegaspodcastapalooza.com
Vegas Gang #13 - "70% Bulls**t Edition" - July 24th, 2008
Posted by Hunter on July 25, 2008
This time we feature:
* Wynn Financials and Conference Call
* The Sahara and Sam Nazarian
* Steve Wynn vs. Bloggers
* UNLV Casino Gaming Study
* Consolidation in the Gaming Industry
The show is available via iTunes or here: http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com.
Feel free to comment below. Thanks for listening.
Vegas Gang #12 - July 11th, 2008
Posted by Hunter on July 12, 2008
The show is up:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
This time we feature:
* Wynn Hires Tim and Tim / Wynn Early Financials
* Nevada and Illinois Post Bad Numbers
* Tropicana E.Coli Outbreak
* Don Barden / Pittsburgh
* MGM Mirage / Wynn Resorts Market Cap
Comments welcome below.
Don't forget the Podcast-a-palooza:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com/2008/07/vegas-gang-podcast-live-august-16th-vegas-podcast-a-palooza/
Will Winslow's Guide to Las Vegas
Posted by Hunter on July 12, 2008
Dave Schwartz, fellow Gang member and Die is Cast blogger has released the latest 'Winslow's Guide'.
If you love Las Vegas, you'll love this guide.
http://www.dieiscast.com/2008/07/11/winslows-11-2008-is-out/
Vegas Podcast-a-palooza - Your Favorite Vegas Podcasts Live - August 16th
Posted by Hunter on July 9, 2008
I've been dropping hints for a few weeks and we can finally announce the event! The "Vegas Podcast-a-palooza" will be taking place on August 16th at the Palms in Las Vegas.
What is this event you might ask?
Live versions of Five Hundy By Midnight, The Strip Podcast and The Vegas Gang!
All the details are here:
http://www.vegastripping.com/podcastapalooza/
I also need to give a big round of applause to Steve Friess for help with getting things setup, The Palms for hosting the event and taking a chance on a new idea, and to Chuck at VegasTripping.com for designing the fantastic info page.
Please, check out the page above and consider coming to the show - we really want a strong, lively audience there at The Palms.
VegasGang #11 Posted
Posted by Hunter on June 27, 2008
Vegas Gang #11 is online here: http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
This time we feature:
* Encore at Wynn Las Vegas Opening
* Cosmopolitan Sued Over Its Name
* MGM Mirage Using Social Networking
* Harrah's Pays Debt With Debt
* Adelson Profiled in New Yorker
Feel free to add comments below...
Vegas Gang #10 - Economic Woes to Bankrupt LVS?
Posted by Hunter on June 13, 2008
Vegas Gang #10 is up - http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
This episode focuses on the CityCenter walkout and the economy vs. Las Vegas. We cover a few stories on the specifics, including an entry suggesting that LVS is heading for Chapter 11. That may be an extreme outcome but its an interesting discussion point.
Also, a little bit on the iPhone and its impact on Las Vegas.
Enjoy the show and feel free to post your comments here.
UPDATE: Stiffs and George's has a story about Palazzo's underwhelming performance: http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/blogs/dmckee/index.cfm/2008/6/13/Oops-he-did-it-again
Vegas Gang #9 - "Wynn + Harrah's = Good Times?"
Posted by Hunter on May 30, 2008
The latest episode is live - check out our discussions here:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
Comments welcome below...
Vegas Gang #8 Posted - "Gay Vegas" + Marketing to Specific Communities
Posted by Hunter on May 16, 2008
Vegas Gang Podcast #8 has been posted:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
Comments can be posted here on this site, below.
Our guest is Steve Friess and we cover his book, 'Gay Vegas' as well as Las Vegas marketing, MGM Mirage splitting up, casino cheating and more.
Vegas Gang #7 Published - Tropicana, WYNN, LVS and More...
Posted by Hunter on May 7, 2008
Yes, we're back (and better than ever?).
Anyway, the episode is posted here: http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
Comment away!
Vegas Gang #6 - April 17th, 2008 - Fred Frazetta and Las Vegas Building Safety
Posted by Hunter on April 19, 2008
The Vegas Gang is back and this time we cover the important issue of building safety.
The details, including links to the show and iTunes are here:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
Thanks for listening and we'll be back in another two weeks. I think I know what the next show will be about but we haven't totally nailed it down yet.
Vegas Gang #5 - Tom Breitling - April 3rd, 2008
Posted by Hunter on April 3, 2008
Episode #5 of the Vegas Gang has been posted below:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com/2008/04/vegas-gang-5-tom-breitling-april-3rd-2008/
This features Tom Breitling, formerly of the Golden Nugget, talking about his new book. Enjoy!
Vegas Gang #4 Posted
Posted by Hunter on March 20, 2008
Vegas Gang #4 has been posted and we now have a new Web site focused on that podcast:
http://www.vegasgangpodcast.com
The RSS feed has changed so please sign-up again if you'd like it in your podcatcher, in iTunes, etc... The site has a direct iTunes link.
Vegas Roundtable #3: Encore, Casinos and 'Free', Majestic's Numbers and More...
Posted by Hunter on March 6, 2008
We talk the concept of 'free' and casinos, lots of fresh details on Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, Majestic's Vegas numbers, and more. This is a don't miss for Wynn fans.
The participants include:
Jeff Simpson - http://www.lasvegassun.com and http://www.inbusinesslasvegas.com
David McKee - http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/blogs/dmckee/
Dave Schwartz - http://www.dieiscast.com
Chuck Monster - http://www.vegastripping.com
Direct Download: http://media.ratevegas.com/37-VegasGang03062008.mp3
Podcast: Vegas Roundtable #2 w/ Simpson, McKee, Schwartz, Monster and Me!
Posted by Hunter on February 21, 2008
We're back with roundtable #2 - this time around the topics include Crown investing in Harrah's/Station, MGM Grand Detroit, Pure being raided by the IRS, Cuba as the next Macau and more.
The participants include:
Jeff Simpson - http://www.lasvegassun.com and http://www.inbusinesslasvegas.com
David McKee - http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/blogs/dmckee/
Dave Schwartz - http://www.dieiscast.com
Chuck Monster - http://www.vegastripping.com
Direct Download: http://media.ratevegas.com/36-podcast_02212008.mp3
Podcast: Vegas Roundtable w/ Simpson, McKee, Schwartz, Monster and Me!
Posted by Hunter on February 7, 2008
The first episode of what could become a new, semi-regular podcast has been posted.
It doesn't yet have a name but the working title is 'Vegas Roundtable'. It's a gaming industry related podcast in a discussion format. Today's participants include:
Jeff Simpson - http://www.lasvegassun.com and http://www.inbusinesslasvegas.com
David McKee - http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/blogs/dmckee/
Dave Schwartz - http://www.dieiscast.com
Chuck Monster - http://www.vegastripping.com
Thanks to all participants. The podcast is in my normal feed for 'The Worst Las Vegas Podcast' but it will probably move to a dedicated feed. Also, if anyone can think of a good name, drop them in the comments.
If you don't subscribe to the feed and want the direct URL, here it is:
http://media.ratevegas.com/35-roundtable_1-02_07_08.mp3
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