Vegas Visionary Dies, Resorts World's Giant Mistake, Bellagio's Balcony Suite & New MGM Credit Cards
MtM Vegas - Fun, Interesting & Absurd Sides of Vegas!
Release Date: 04/18/2025
MtM Vegas - Fun, Interesting & Absurd Sides of Vegas!
Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description This week the two newest casinos on the Vegas Strip were in the news. Resorts World partnered with Zoox to bring more robotaxis to the Strip while eliminating paid parking...sort of. Fontainebleau went ahead with their dealer layoffs and announced the opening date and prices for their Tom Brady driven sports museum named Hall of Excellence. What will the Summer have in store for these properties? In other news the April visitor numbers looked very mixed, but what is...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description This week the American Music Awards held at Fontainebleau put Vegas on display to the world. Many of the city's residency artists performed and the show was a success. Also coming out of the AMAs was a new residency announcement. JLo is coming to Vegas again, but does Vegas want her? In other news MGM created controversy again with their split room service fees. Are these changes unexpected and why is room service not what it was? We also discuss Wynn's glass...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description This week Fontainebleau continued its run in the news as its President Maurice Wooden was able to secure his gaming license. During his hearing it leaked that Fontainebleau is possibly under investigation for violating AML policies. While the license is good news for the property, the revelation of an investigation leaves a murky future. In other news Paramount announced an immersive Top Gun Experience coming to Las Vegas in 2028. With simulators and the bar...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description This week social media was abuzz with reports of more layoffs for Fontainebleau including the reduction of hours. The big question looms as to whether this property will be able to find its footing and whether or not new ownership will be needed. Who could possibly take over and why isn't Fontainebleau catching on. In other news the next step in Las Vegas' new commercial airport is happening. We are still a long way from having a new airport in Ivanpah, but things...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description This week EDC blew into town with high winds, traffic, a good time and insane prices. On this show we share some behind the scenes about what is costs the EDC food vendors plus the absolutely INSANE prices and packages available to VIP guests. In other news two prominent Vegas venues are for sale with gaming licenses. Gold Spike hasn't had a casino for awhile, but with new owners it could gain new life. In other #news I-15 is fully open after years of Dropicana,...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: This week the LVCVA gave some guidance for the rest of this year including how they are counteracting a slowdown in Vegas. While their predictions of a 5% decline in revenue aren't dire, LVCVA is planning to up their marketing budget to attract more tourists. Will this work and what impact does the LVCVA have on Vegas tourism? In other news you might find a surprise the next time you look for hotel rooms. With...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: This week Resorts World was in the news again for yet another shakeup at the property. As the new President is saying the casino is in "recovery mode" what changes do they have planned to turn things around and what is happening to their old "new" president? Plus who are they bringing in to turn around the slots and restaurants? In other news Vegas was busy this weekend but that didn't stop MGM from having another...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: This week Wynn announced a number of interesting tidbits including the progress of their Emirates casino and why they are doing so well on high limit slots. Unfortunately the big news came when they announced the delay of their announced $200 million renovation to Encore tower's rooms. Is this a bad thing and why are they holding off? In other #news Bellagio may soon have a boat on its fountains. Will this ruin...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: This week we learned a number of exciting things about the next expansion for Caesars Palace. Which piece of land are they using and what will be coming to Caesars Palace? We also learned that MGM Resorts is cracking down on some gamblers following their giant fine. Is it fair? In other news Circa 2 may be coming soon or at least that is if you listen to the Las Vegas mayor. We also discuss: a crazy slot strategy,...
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Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: This week more details were released about the new massive Midtown Las Vegas project which sits in between the Arts District and Fremont Street. This new development will feature hotels, residences and tons of shopping/dining, but is it Vegas enough? In other news Caesars lost a big lawsuit this week about slot sidebets as they made the news for voiding tons of sports bets for a player who circumvented the rules....
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This week Vegas was front and center in our new influencer culture as Resorts World bungled their Mr. Beast experience. People showed up and paid for an event, but were disappointed when not much happened. What is the fallout, how was it resolved and is this another big stain on Resorts World's reputation?
In other news Vegas visionary Elaine Wynn has passed away. She was huge in ushering in the Vegas megaresort and was one of the area's biggest philanthropists. What is her legacy? We also discuss: GVR's buffet replacement failure, when to tip up front, Vegas spaceport satellites, how Vegas is warming, a Wrestlemania PSA and whether you should get the new MGM credit cards.
- 0:00 Wrestlemania Vegas “PSA”
- 0:41 Mr. Beast Gate at Resorts World - Another disaster?
- 2:32 Did Resorts World drop the ball again & how was it resolved?
- 6:02 Green Valley Ranch’s buffet replacement already closing
- 7:13 Sunset Station’s old buffet space finally converted
- 7:57 A closer look at Hard Rock and Guitar Hotel in Hollywood, FL
- 10:26 Las Vegas & Reno are warming faster than other cities
- 11:42 Best “tip up front” scenarios in Vegas
- 13:15 Inside Bellagio’s Grand Fountain Suite including balcony
- 14:32 Vegas Spaceport is selling private satellites
- 16:04 Diving into MGM’s “iconic” new credit cards
- 18:02 Spending your way to MGM status with the new card?
- 19:39 RIP Elaine Wynn - Vegas businesswoman, visionary and philanthropist
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