Vegas Never Sleeps

Vegas Never Sleeps

Experience the excitement and energy of Las Vegas each weekend on VEGAS NEVER SLEEPS with Steven Maggi. Listeners across the country and around the world will enjoy this weekly romp to Las Vegas, the capital of fun, food and entertainment. For the latest Vegas news and a look behind the scenes of world-class hotels, dining, gaming, special events and conventions, turn to VEGAS NEVER SLEEPS with Steven Maggi! Hear about those things that only happen in Vegas, as well as how this oasis in the desert has transformed into a visitor’s paradise welcoming over 42 million tourists each year.

Episodes

"The History of the Philadelphia Eagles" - The Complete Ray Didinger and Upton Bell Interview

February 12, 2025 • 62 mins
The world-champion Philadelphia Eagles have a long, storied past dating back to the early-1930s. Host Steven Maggi is joined by legendary Philadelphia Eagles writer and broadcaster Ray Didinger along with former NFL executive and sports-commentator Upton Bell to discuss the history of our new Super Bowl champions - and the many highs and lows it took to get there. https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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"Shaken and Stirred" - The Complete Deborah Richards Interview

February 4, 2025 • 22 mins
Remember the Tom Cruise movie “Cocktail?” With those flashy juggling bartenders? That’s called “Flair Bartending” and it has deep roots in Las Vegas. (Everything cool has Vegas roots.) Host Steven Maggi talked with 4X Emmy-Award winning filmmaker Deborah Richards about her new documentary “Shaken and Stirred: The Story of Flair Bartending” which premieres in Las Vegas (naturally) on March 25, 2025. https://www.shakenandstirredthem...
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"The Incredible Dr. Pol" - The Complete Dr. Jan Pol Interview

November 5, 2024 • 17 mins
"The Incredible Dr. Pol" was a great reality show on Nat Geo Wild that followed Dutch-American veterinarian Dr. Jan Pol, his family, and employees at his practice in rural Michigan. He joins host Steven Maggi to discuss his life, his show, and the life-changing magic of all those amazing animals. https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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"Rest in Peace, Billy Shaw" - From September 18, 2021

October 16, 2024 • 42 mins
Back in 2021, our sister program "Sports Raconteurs" interviewed one of the NFL's all-time greats, former Buffalo Bills offensive/defensive tackle Billy Shaw. Sadly, we recently lost the NFL hall-of-famer to illness. This week, in tribute, we proudly rebroadcast his most recent interview with us. Rest in peace, great one, rest in peace.
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"Holy Cash" - The Complete Paul Rodriguez Interview

September 27, 2024 • 29 mins
Standup comedy legend Paul Rodriguez is now writer, producer, director, and star of a hilarious new movie called "Holy Cash." With a cast that includes Danny Trejo, Jay Mohr, Felipe Esparza, Emilio Rivera, and more, "Holy Cash" tells the story of a small-time con-man who discovers there is a lot of money in religion. His "ministry" then attracts the attention of a mafia boss with an ill daughter and, well, you're just gonna have to...
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"'Real Bodies' at Horseshoe Las Vegas" - The Complete Tom Zaller Interview

August 21, 2024 • 19 mins
The "Real Bodies" human anatomy exhibit at Horseshoe Las Vegas (formerly Ballys) extends its stay for another five years. We were there when it opened. Enjoy this classic conversation with long-time entertainment executive and president/CEO of Imagine Exhibition Tom Zaller about "Real Bodies," his passion for creating memorable attractions, what makes Vegas so special, and more. https://www.realbodiesvegas.com/ https://vegasnevers...
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"The Dream Maker" - The Complete Xavier Mortimer Interview

July 31, 2024 • 30 mins
His videos have amassed over 15 billion views ... Yes, billion! We have been hip to Xavier Mortimer for a long time! And there's a moral to his amazing story: Follow your dreams! Enjoy this Vegas Never Sleeps classic interview from 2019. https://www.xaviermortimer.com/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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"Last Train to Clarksville" - The Complete Bobby Hart Interview

July 10, 2024 • 41 mins
Singer/songwriters Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart penned some genuine pop classics! Like "Last Train To Clarksville" by The Monkees. "Boyce and Hart" had Top 10 hits of their own, too! Like "I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight." Plus, the pair made some classic, memorable appearances on TV's "Bewitched, "I Dream of Jeannie," and more. Host Steven Maggi chats with Bobby Hart about the pair's history, their contributions to pop music, cult...
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"Moms, Apple Pie, & Chevrolet (and Ford and Dodge ...") - The Nostalgia Street Rods Interview

July 3, 2024 • 14 mins
As we celebrate the 4th of July long-weekend, we visit the home of more hot rods than you can shake a stick at: Nostalgia Street Rods in Las Vegas! What's more American than that? https://nostalgiastreetrods.com/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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"So Many Roads" - The Complete David Browne Interview

June 12, 2024 • 21 mins
Are you a "Dead Head?" Millions of people are! Devotees (and you don't get more devoted than "Dead Heads") travel with the band, hold festivals .... Fans of The Grateful Dead are different than your run-of-the-mill rock fans. David Browne, a Senior Writer at Rolling Stone Magazine, has written the definitive book about one of rock music's most iconic yet somehow misunderstood bands: "So Many Roads: The Life and Times of The Gratefu...
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"Professor Slots" - The Complete Jon Friedl Interview

May 29, 2024 • 28 mins
He started out as an aerospace engineer developing new technologies for jet aircraft ... and then he started playing slot machines ... and then he started winning at slot machines! And now he teaches people how they can win at slots, too. Long story short: They don't call him "Professor Slots" for nothing! Host Steven Maggi chats with Jon Friedl aka "Professor Slots" about his startling career change, how the machines work, the sta...
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"The Buffalo Mob" - The Complete Wayne Clingman Interview

May 8, 2024 • 19 mins
TRUE CRIME: Vegas ain't the only city with a long history of mob activity. Host Steven Maggi talks with celebrated author Wayne Clingman, aka "Mr. Big," about his new book "The Buffalo Mob: The Return of Organized Crime to the Queen City." And speaking of true crime, listen for details on pre-ordering the new book "You Thought It Was More" the story of "Louis the Coin" Colavecchio the world's greatest counterfeiter. https://www.am...
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"The Last of 'The Boys of Summer'" - The Complete Carl Erskine Interview

May 1, 2024 • 52 mins
Carl Erskine set a World Series strikeout record, threw two no-hitters, and throughout his playing days and beyond remained one of the Dodgers all-time favorites, in Brooklyn and LA. But, sadly, on April 16th of this year, we lost the Dodger right-hander. In loving tribute, we bring you this great interview we did with him two years ago. Plus, listen for details on pre-ordering the new book "You Thought It Was More" the story of "L...
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"At The Sands: The Casino That Shaped Las Vegas" - The Complete David Schwartz Interview

April 24, 2024 • 27 mins
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; as did the world-class gambling (occasionally with celebrity card-dealers like Dean Martin); the resort itself was a celebrity. Host Stev...
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"The Best Desserts in Vegas" - The Complete Donald Contursi Interview

April 17, 2024 • 21 mins
OMG ....... MMMMMMMMMMMM ..... Our guest is Donald Contursi host and founder of Vegas' most delectable activity: Finger Licking Foodie Tours! While many of the tours focus on the savory, one of our favorites is "The Best Desserts in Vegas" - and it is every bit as decadent and delightful as it sounds. Plus, listen for details on pre-ordering the "raucously entertaining" book about Louis "The Coin Colavecchio "You Thought It Was Mor...
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"The Comedians" - The Complete Kliph Nesteroff Interview

April 10, 2024 • 17 mins
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, Scoundrels, and the History of American Comedy." https://www.amazon.com/Comedians-Thieves-Scoundrels-History-American-ebook/dp/B00XAQ1O7Y...
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"On The Wings of Love" - The Jeffrey Osborne Interview

April 3, 2024 • 23 mins
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.jeffreyosborne.com/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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"Have You Been 'Portnoyed?'" - The Complete Neal Portnoy Interview

March 27, 2024 • 32 mins
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 of "Louis the Coin" Colavecchio the world's greatest counterfeiter. https://portnoygallery.com/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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"Making of the Mob" - The Complete Meyer Lansky II Interview

March 20, 2024 • 39 mins
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 infamy. Plus, listen for details on the new book "You Thought It Was More" the story of "Louis the Coin" Colavecchio the world's greatest...
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"Elvis in Vegas" - The Complete Richard Zoglin Interview

March 13, 2024 • 23 mins
"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 and Las Vegas. https://www.amazon.com/Elvis-Vegas-King-Reinvented-Show/dp/1501151193 https://vegasneversleeps.com/
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