On the Corner of Main Street
On the Corner of Main Street provides an inside scoop on downtown Las Vegas. From gaming and special events to new projects and the growing art scene, hear straight from the amazing people who are making downtown Las Vegas a unique and fast-growing destination. Recorded at the Plaza Hotel & Casino – on the corner of Main Street – Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel will be joined by special guests, including gaming industry leaders, entertainers, local officials and downtown partners, who will share their own exclusive and often entertaining perspective on where Vegas got its start and where it’s going now. Hosted by Lisa Melmed, Jonathan Jossel and Gary Vickery.
Episodes
Join us at Oscar's Steakhouse inside the Plaza Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas for a captivating Dinner Series event. Hosted by Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel and featuring legendary former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, this episode delves into various entertaining stories from Vegas history, notable legal cases, and personal anecdotes. Goodman shares his experiences with prominent figures like Tony Spilotro and Jay Sarno, and recounts m...
Join Jonathan Jossel and Gary Vickery in a fascinating conversation with Michael Kaplan, author of 'Advantage Players: Inside the Winning World of Casino'. They delve into the intriguing world of gamblers who legally outsmart casinos, including card counters, slot hustlers, and other savvy players. Kaplan shares stories about notable figures like Anthony Curtis, Kelly Sun, and sports bettor Don Johnson, emphasizing that advantage p...
In this latest episode, Jonathan and Gary welcome back Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas. They delve into various Las Vegas-related topics, starting with the use of AI in hospitality and entertainment. Scott discusses his experience with AI for research and story writing, highlighting its increasingly significant role. The conversation shifts to recent changes and potential developments in downtown Las Vegas, including updates on the San...
Join us for an insightful episode of the Las Vegas Advisor interview series featuring Jonathan Jossel, the visionary CEO of the Plaza Hotel and Casino. Jonathan shares his journey from South Africa to Las Vegas, navigating through the Great Recession, and becoming one of the youngest licensees in Nevada at 29. We delve into the Plaza's unique strategies like looser games, single zero roulette, and innovative promotions. Jonathan al...
In this bonus episode, Jonathan and Gary welcome two distinguished guests, Frank Fertitta IV, a prominent figure in the Vegas gaming industry, and Landon Gyulay, a US Navy veteran. Together, they discuss their nonprofit organization, The Easy Day Foundation, focused on supporting veterans and first responders. Discover the inspiration behind Easy Day, the mission to assist veterans in reintegration, and the exciting partnership wit...
Join Jonathan and Gary as they talk with Andrew Simon, President of the Fremont Street Experience. This episode dives deep into the history, innovations, and challenges of Fremont Street, featuring insights on public safety, marketing strategies, and future plans for downtown Las Vegas. Learn about Andrew's early career at the Mirage, the role of street performers, and the economic impact of events like WrestleMania. Discover the i...
Join us for an evening with former mayor Oscar Goodman as he recounts intriguing stories from the city's mob era, highlighting figures such as Tony Spilotro and Frank Rosenthal. Delve into Oscar's career as a defense lawyer for reputed mobsters, his personal anecdotes, and legal battles that defined Las Vegas. With humor and history intertwined, Oscar shares his unique experiences, including the origins of...
Join Jonathan and Gary as they sit down with multi-talented artist and former UFC Ring Girl, Brittney Palmer. In this episode, Brittney shares her journey from dancing and cocktail waitressing in Las Vegas to becoming an internationally celebrated artist. Listen in as Brittney talks about her experiences growing up in Las Vegas, working as a ring girl for the UFC, her transition into the art world, and the...
Description: In this episode, Jonathan and Gary interview Sandra Douglas Morgan, President of the Las Vegas Raiders. Morgan discusses her journey from a Las Vegas native to a pioneering leader in sports, touching on topics such as her upbringing, extensive background in gaming regulation, and transition to her current role. They also explore the impact of Allegiant Stadium on the city's growth, her respons...
In this special 5th anniversary episode of 'On the Corner of Main Street', hosts Jonathan Jossel and Gary Vickery welcome guest Scott Roben of Vital Vegas for his 5th appearance. They discuss significant investments at the Plaza, including remodeling table games, introducing new food and beverage options, and collaborating with social media influencers like Brian Christopher. The conversation delves into broader market trends affec...
Join host Jonathan Jossel and legendary former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman in a special edition of the “On The Corner of Main Street” podcast—recorded live at Oscar’s Steakhouse during Oscar’s famous Dinner Series! In this wide-ranging (and always entertaining) conversation, Oscar dives into unforgettable stories from his days as a high-profile attorney, his time as mayor, and the colorful characters he’s encountered along the wa...
In this visually enhanced episode, recorded at Oscar’s Steakhouse inside the Plaza Hotel & Casino, Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel sits down with Barry Shier—one of Vegas’s most respected gaming executives and a central figure in Steve Wynn’s Golden Nugget era. Joined by Vegas historian (and regular guest) Oliver Lovat, they explore the origins of the Fremont Street Experience, the high standards and ha...
Jonathan and Gary sit down with John Connelly—CEO of Interblock and a major force in gaming innovation—to explore where the industry is headed next. John breaks down the rise of Electronic Table Games (ETGs), reveals how COVID actually helped Interblock double in size, and teases Amuse, their brand-new “fourth category” of casino entertainment. Get an inside look at G2E, the shift toward chipless tables, and why marbles and bingo j...
In this special episode of “On the Corner of Main Street,” recorded right in the heart of Oscar’s Steakhouse, we’re honored to welcome the newly sworn-in 24th Mayor of Las Vegas, Shelley Berkley. After nearly 25 years under the Goodmans, the city is entering an exciting new chapter—and Mayor Berkley’s first week on the job has already given her plenty to dig into. Join hosts Jonathan and Gary as they sit down with Mayor Berkley to ...
Dive into this episode of On the Corner of Main Street where legendary former mayor Oscar Goodman delivers an unfiltered and entertaining reflection on his journey through Las Vegas' storied past. From representing mob figures to reshaping the city as its mayor, Goodman shares candid anecdotes, surprising epiphanies, and thought-provoking insights. Discover his take on the evolution of Vegas, the difference between old-school mobst...
Join us for a fascinating episode of On The Corner of Main Street as we welcome Elyse Schultz, better known as Travel Ruby!
Discover her journey from pastry chef in Wisconsin to one of Las Vegas's top influencers. Elyse shares insights on the evolving role of influencers in the hospitality industry, her favorite...
In this episode of On the Corner of Main Street, Jonathan Jossel and Gary Vickery sit down with the legendary Alex Yemenidjian, former CEO of MGM Studios and Tropicana Las Vegas. Alex shares his fascinating journey from Argentina to Los Angeles, his career beginnings in accounting, and his unexpected yet influential relationship with Kirk Kerkorian, one of the most iconic figures in Las Vegas history. Alex discusses the transformat...
In this episode of On the Corner of Main Street, the Plaza team sits down with Vernon "The Mechanic" Cathey, the number one ranked light heavyweight in Power Slap, the fast-growing sport sweeping Las Vegas. Vernon shares his journey from MMA and the Highland Games to (hopefully) becoming a Power Slap champion. He talks about the intricacies of the sport, training methods, and what it's like to stand in front of an opponent with no ...
In this special episode, recorded live from Oscar's Dinner Series, former Las Vegas mayor and famed criminal defense lawyer, Oscar Goodman, dives deep into the complexities of defending the most notorious figures in Las Vegas history. With his signature wit and unfiltered stories, Oscar takes the audience on a journey through his legal career, where he represented individuals many would consider "indefensible."
From humorous anecdo...
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