MtM Vegas - Fun, Interesting & Absurd Sides of Vegas!

The show about Las Vegas from the people who love Las Vegas! Shawn and Mark cover the fun, interesting and absurd sides of Las Vegas while keeping you up to date on all of the latest news and happenings. Shawn is a 30 year local and Mark brings the tourist perspective, having visited Las Vegas 2-3 times per year for his entire adult life. Our MtM Vegas news show is released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays and you can also watch it along with all of the visuals on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/milestomemories Enjoy!

Wrestlemania Vegas Spectacle, Caesars' New Poker, Foreigners Canceling Vegas & Showgirl Scam?! 04/22/2025

Wrestlemania Vegas Spectacle, Caesars' New Poker, Foreigners Canceling Vegas & Showgirl Scam?! 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 Wrestlemania took over Las Vegas with multiple days of events, fan festivals and fun. It didn't go off without incident though as we had headaches and people acting dumb. In the end was it worth it for Las Vegas and how did wrestling's biggest event do in Las Vegas? In other #news Waldorf Astoria Vegas has a new GM and even more changes planned. We also discuss: the locations of two new poker rooms, the closure of a trailblazing business, back to the 80s cafe, Vegas Unstripped, Durango's new poolside gaming, Tony Hsieh's will and whether or not the roving showgirls are a scam. 0:00 UNLV golf’s big splash! 0:32 Wrestlemania’s Vegas spectacle 3:25 Caesars Palace poker room update 4:10 Planet Hollywood’s amazing new poker space 5:05 Smoke & Mirrors closes 6:13 NYNY roller coaster prices & packages 7:30 Vegas Unstripped returns this weekend 8:47 Foreigners canceling Vegas trips - What will be the impact? 10:25 Back to the 80s cafe - Retro coolness 11:22 Durango’s pool side gaming is now open 12:15 Tony Hseih will found - Huge wrench in Downtown Project? 14:23 Waldorf Astoria Vegas gets new GM - More changes coming 16:48 The Vegas Showgirls scam? 19:10 Is it time for officials to regulate street performers on the Strip? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/36266370

Vegas Visionary Dies, Resorts World's Giant Mistake, Bellagio's Balcony Suite & New MGM Credit Cards 04/18/2025

Vegas Visionary Dies, Resorts World's Giant Mistake, Bellagio's Balcony Suite & New MGM Credit Cards Don’t miss out on the Vegas experience! Download the Golden Nugget Casino app today! Sign-up using https://gnogc.co/m2m or through my promo code M2M Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: 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 Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (MI/NJ/PA/WV). 21+. Physically present in MI/NJ/PA/WV only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers only. Must opt-in to each offer. LOSSBACK: Min. $5 in cumulative wagers req. Min. net loss of $5 on eligible games to earn 100% of net losses back (“Lossback”) for 24 hours following opt-in. Max. $1,000 issued in Casino Credits for select games and expire in 7 days. SPINS: Min. $5 in wagers req. Max. 250 Casino Spins for featured game that expire in 7 days ($0.08+ per spin.); game availability may vary. 7 days = 168 hours. Rewards are non-withdrawable. Terms: goldennuggetcasino.com/promos. Ends 3/23/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by GNOG. /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/36222705

MGM Vegas Layoffs, Sphere Oz Demo, Waldorf's New Spaces, Visiting Sheep & Vegas Loop's Big Buy! 04/15/2025

MGM Vegas Layoffs, Sphere Oz Demo, Waldorf's New Spaces, Visiting Sheep & Vegas Loop's Big Buy! 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 MGM Resorts is rumored to be laying off upwards of 200 employees, but this is less about the company doing poorly and more about consolidation. Is this the first move before we see more Vegas layoffs coming or is this all just to be expected? In other news the Sphere demoed their upcoming Wizard of Oz film and it is quite impressive. What can $80 million and AI do to a 90 year old movie to make it relevant in 2025? In other #news we take a look at the renovated Waldorf Astoria, Mark gives his takes on El Cortez's expansion, Sam's Town's atrium and bighorn sheep, plus we discuss check cashing in casinos, people dressing down in fancy restaurants and why Vegas Loop is on a spending spree. 0:00 Cop vs. scooter on the Strip 1:08 Sphere’s impressive Wizard of Oz demo 4:03 Vegas Loop buying more land - Sphere station coming? 5:43 Mark’s take on the El Cortez expansion 7:56 A look at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas’ new lobby, bar and tea room 10:15 Dressing in Vegas restaurants - A new low? 13:05 Check cashing in casinos - Is it predatory? 15:35 Most unique lobby in Vegas? 17:15 Why Hemingway Park is a must visit in Southern Nevada 19:15 Boulder City’s incredible Pirate’s Cove 20:06 More MGM layoffs, but the sky isn’t falling Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/36155810

Elon's Vegas Loop Expands, Quirkiest Casino, More MGM Fees & Touring Vegas High Limit Bathrooms! 04/11/2025

Elon's Vegas Loop Expands, Quirkiest Casino, More MGM Fees & Touring Vegas High Limit Bathrooms! 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 Vegas Loop finally expanded again with the opening of their Encore Las Vegas station. While this is yet another notch on their cap, is it an effective new stop and what is changing about the ticket prices with this option? In other news MGM is finding new fees to increase. We also discuss: the nicest high limit bathrooms in Vegas, Tilman Fertitta buying more Wynn, the quirkiest casino in Southern Nevada, a crazy casino chip lawsuit, takeaways from Mark's trip and a swanky new parking garage coming to the Arts District. 0:00 Can you hear me now? 0:13 Vegas Loop opens Encore expansion 2:20 Very Vegas parking garage coming to Arts District 3:36 Touring the nicest Vegas high limit slot bathrooms 4:53 High limit rooms are open to the public 6:09 A look at the closed Casino Monte Lago at Lake Las Vegas 7:48 Crazy casino chip lawsuit - Cashing in after 40 years? 10:26 Tilman Fertitta buys even more of Wynn Resorts 12:21 MGM finding new fees to increase & how to avoid them 14:41 Lake Mead vandalizers found guilty 15:44 Hoover Dam Lodge - The quirkiest Vegas casino? 17:37 Playing Pachinko in Vegas & old school players club 19:05 Mark’s Vegas trip takeaways 20:53 Vegas is busy despite the doomsday predictions Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/36099915

Newest Vegas Casino Renders, Pinky's & Brewdog, Visiting Lake Las Vegas & Controversial New Marquee! 04/08/2025

Newest Vegas Casino Renders, Pinky's & Brewdog, Visiting Lake Las Vegas & Controversial New Marquee! 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 all of the gaming and visitor numbers came fast and heavy. We covered a lot of the news on the last show, however even more data came in and it isn't looking good. Is this really the beginning of a tough time for Vegas or just a blip in the radar? In other news Wynn gave their day one employees and incredible gift. How does it compare to other companies? We also discuss: the best Vegas April Fool's jokes, Trop being closed for a year, the Sacramento A's debut, Aviation Nation, Van Gogh 2.0, Flamingo's GO Pool progress and how to score a free cabana at Palms. 0:00 Circus Circus 1995 ad 0:41 An incredible Casino gift 2:19 Update on Wynn’s gift to employees - Better than expected 3:17 Ellis Island expansion update 4:00 Bottled Blonde is getting close to done 4:30 Wizard of Oz & Extreme Sports movie confirmed for Sphere 6:20 Diving into Lake Las Vegas - Worth a trip out & Mark’s first visit 9:41 David Siegel of Westgate Resorts passes away 11:42 Goat Ball gate & Pinky’s review 13:58 The possessive form of Vegas 14:47 Flamingo’s pool is now officially delayed 16:22 Cadence Crossing concept art revealed - The next new Vegas casino 18:08 Brewdog’s rooftop bar & Strip vibes 21:10 The newest digital marquee on the Strip - Blocking views? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/36057155

Wynn's Insane Gift, Death of Vegas Valet, Trop Anniversary, More Bad Numbers & Best of April Fool's! 04/04/2025

Wynn's Insane Gift, Death of Vegas Valet, Trop Anniversary, More Bad Numbers & Best of April Fool's! 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 all of the gaming and visitor numbers came fast and heavy. We covered a lot of the news on the last show, however even more data came in and it isn't looking good. Is this really the beginning of a tough time for Vegas or just a blip in the radar? In other news Wynn gave their day one employees and incredible gift. How does it compare to other companies? We also discuss: the best Vegas April Fool's jokes, Trop being closed for a year, the Sacramento A's debut, Aviation Nation, Van Gogh 2.0, Flamingo's GO Pool progress and how to score a free cabana at Palms. 0:00 The Trop has been closed for 1 year 0:49 Diving into even more bad visitor numbers 2:32 Best Vegas April Fool’s jokes 4:10 Cromwell used to have their own casino scented candles 4:42 Wyndham/Caesars bonus points promo 5:40 Free cabanas at Palms for locals 7:11 Follow up on Palms comps 7:48 The reality of no valet at Excalibur 11:10 Sacramento A’s make their debut and struggle 12:21 Siegfried & Roy mansion museum 13:27 Aviation Nation coming to Vegas 14:34 Mark’s Baha Mar casino review - A little bit of everything? 16:37 Van Gogh 2.0 coming to Crystals 17:35 Pink’s Hot Dogs returning to Las Vegas area 18:40 Wynn’s $10K gift to day one employees 20:25 Flamingo’s GO Pool may not open on time Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/36006235

Troubling Vegas Numbers, Steve Wynn Loses, Hard Rock Drone Update, F1 Delays & Casino Candles! 04/01/2025

Troubling Vegas Numbers, Steve Wynn Loses, Hard Rock Drone Update, F1 Delays & Casino Candles! 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 some troubling numbers came in as we received the visitor stats and gaming figures for February, 2024. With numbers down a lot, can we blame the Super Bowl or is this the beginning of huge declines. Plus why are people searching for Vegas less and why the sky might not be falling despite huge changes to the negative. In other news F1's Grand Prix Plaza is delayed in Vegas, but they still let the media in. We also discuss: casino scented candles, construction progress on the newest Vegas casino, how the new Hard Rock is doing, whether casinos overblow card counting, Hyatt's casino promo and why Caesars should give gamblers free red bulls! 0:00 Casino scented candles! 0:51 Fontainebleau’s mystery free play offer 2:28 Fiesta Henderson redevelopment falls through 3:22 Cadence Crossing update - Newest Vegas casino construction 4:23 Do casinos overblow card counting? 5:59 Steve Wynn’s libel lawsuit is dead 6:55 Pin Up Pizza sign drama update 7:40 Hard Rock Las Vegas drone construction update 9:27 F1 Grand Prix Plaza delayed - media event goes on 11:07 Hyatt’s new casino promo - Rio, Venetian, Palazzo 12:05 A look at Wynn’s renovated Fairway Villas 13:54 Negative Vegas search trends 16:07 An example of what Vegas is now in 2025 18:07 February Vegas numbers are sort of bad… Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35963285

MGM Vegas Enhanced, Resorts World's GIANT Fine, New Caesars Card Rumor & Insane Prices Justified? 03/28/2025

MGM Vegas Enhanced, Resorts World's GIANT Fine, New Caesars Card Rumor & Insane Prices Justified? 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 MGM announced a number of enhancements to their MGM Rewards program. Most of the new things involve their partners, however they added e-gift cards and teased even more to come. Does this move the mark in making MGM Rewards the best Vegas loyalty program and what else should we expect in the future? In other news Resorts World Las Vegas is paying a $10.5 million fine to settle their anti-money laundering issues. At the same time they are also laying off employees. Are better times ahead? We also discuss: more crazy food prices and made up fees, a rumored Caesars credit card, Wynn's brand new B bar, Primm's future plans and the guy behind one of Las Vegas' most famous signs. 0:00 Fremont Ape revealed 0:40 Wynn’s brand new “B Bar” 1:25 Primm’s boutique future, million in investment & more 2:45 Buffets are going to save Primm? 3:37 BetMGM cancels $400K parlay 6:02 The guy behind on of Vegas’ most famous signs 7:03 Follow up on Vegas Strip 1955 picture 7:51 Resorts World’s $10.5M fine and layoffs 9:25 Netflix Bites $65 Chicken & Waffles 10:29 Fontainebleau’s $26 chips and guac 11:40 Brand new “Restaurant Operations Fee”? 12:35 Crazy Palms lawsuit - Elevator fell 22 stories? 13:40 MGM enhances - Milestone rewards, enhanced partner benefits & more 15:10 MGM now selling e-gift cards & new credit card coming 16:58 Rumor - New Caesars credit card coming 18:25 How gaming companies have fallen behind in the credit card space 19:22 Plaza’s summer fireworks return for 2025 Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35910305

Caesars Demolition Coming, Athletics for Sale, Media vs. Vegas Prices, Confusing Charges & Monolith! 03/25/2025

Caesars Demolition Coming, Athletics for Sale, Media vs. Vegas Prices, Confusing Charges & Monolith! Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas Big thanks to Mark Jackson for subbing in on this show. Make sure to check out his YouTube channel here. Episode Description: As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: This week we learned that another piece of Vegas history will be getting demolished soon. While the Caesars Palace rotunda may be an afterthought at this point, it was once a grand entrance to the property. With it sitting around so much undeveloped land, what could Caesars be planning and should they keep this piece of Vegas history? In other news the A's are for sale or at least a piece of them is. What is the team worth and will this ensure that they can build their ballpark on the Vegas Strip? We also discuss: casino bar light systems, the mainstream media fighting against Vegas prices, GVR's confusing upgrade offers, UNLV's hockey championship, how Rio fixed one of their big issues and why Las Vegas is one of the top pizza cities in the US. 0:00 March madness Vegas IV 0:58 Another mysterious monolith appears in Vegas 2:37 The death of free drinks at casino bars 4:45 Athletics for sale - $2 billion valuation? 6:55 Bringing some of the Trop into the new stadium? 7:23 A casino good samaritan! 8:23 UNLV hockey national champions! 9:32 Rio fixes player’s club line issues 11:15 Las Vegas one of the top pizza cities? 13:24 GVR’s very confusing hotel upcharges 16:03 Mainstream media finally covering Vegas cost blowback 19:00 Caesars Palace demolishing a piece of history 22:07 Mark Jackson’s recent favorite Vegas experiences Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35859495

Another New Vegas Strip Casino, Truth About Rio, 1,888 Foot Tower & Scoring A Free Wynn Room! 03/21/2025

Another New Vegas Strip Casino, Truth About Rio, 1,888 Foot Tower & Scoring A Free Wynn Room! 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 of yet another huge Strip hotel/casino proposal that is coming down the pike. This one is very close to the new A's stadium and has a chance of actually getting built, but what will it entail and how many proposed projects do we have now? In other news we explore the once proposed 1,888 foot tower for the old Wet 'N Wild/LVXP site and how it would have changed the Vegas skyline forever. We also discuss: a casino smoke hack, Shawn's recent Wynn stay using the Wynn Slots app, a cocktail server tipping experiment, Caesars sportsbook's sad bathroom, one of the coolest comps we have seen and what it looked like when the VGK skated out on the home ice for the first time. 0:00 Casino smoke “hack” 0:56 Best casino comp ever? 2:38 Free stay via Wynn slots app 5:58 The big cocktail server tip experiment 8:43 Crazy blackjack hand - You know how it will end 9:55 The truth about the “all new” Rio Las Vegas? 14:08 Caesars sportsbook bathroom issues 14:56 Nostalgia alert - Video from first VGK home game 16:00 What could have been - 1,888 tower on Wet ’N Wild site 17:35 Yet another new Strip casino proposal 19:00 Will the Skyvue “smoke stacks” ever be torn down? 20:20 Bally’s or new affiliate tribes project - Which gets built first? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35781925

El Cortez Vegas Expansion, Fremont Review, More Crazy Resort Fees, Beer Couch & $80 Pizza? 03/18/2025

Cromwell Vegas Goes Away, Luxor's Big Closure, Nachogate 2.0, Crazy Strip Challenge & Palazzo Sued! 03/14/2025

Cromwell Vegas Goes Away, Luxor's Big Closure, Nachogate 2.0, Crazy Strip Challenge & Palazzo Sued! 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 Caesars made a surprise announcement that has many excited. After many years being named The Cromwell, their property at the corner of the Strip and Flamingo will transition into the Vanderpump Hotel. Caesars is expanding their partnership with Lisa Vanderpump, but what can we expect in 2026 when this hotel reemerges from its renovations. In other news helicopter taxis are coming closer to reality in Las Vegas, but is it a good idea? We also discuss: 000 electronic roulette, Strip prices in 1952, the death of Vegas buffets including another big one, Shawn's favorite Fremont Street character, a crazy Palazzo lawsuit and what it is like to walk on the Vegas Strip for 24 hours straight. 0:00 “For Sale” Las Vegas 1952 0:48 Walking on the Strip for 24 hours straight 2:40 Casino Wizard 000 discovery 4:23 Vegas “Nachogate” 2.0 6:13 Palazzo negligence lawsuit 8:16 Follow up on best Vegas movies comments 10:02 Cosmo’s Rose. Rabbit. Lie. returns sort of 11:12 Vegas helicopter taxis closer to reality 13:18 Luxor’s buffet is closing 14:30 How many buffets are left on the Vegas Strip? 15:34 Shawn’s favorite Fremont Street character 16:31 Vanderpump Hotel is coming to the Strip 18:30 Is Vanderpump Hotel the best move from Caesars Entertainment in recent years? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35702150

Vegas Layoffs & Cuts, A's Stadium Coming Out, Best Vegas Movies, Casino Gifts & Sphere's Next Act? 03/11/2025

Vegas Layoffs & Cuts, A's Stadium Coming Out, Best Vegas Movies, Casino Gifts & Sphere's Next Act? 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 mixed info came out of Las Vegas as the wider economy is in question. While we continue to see mixed news, Excalibur reportedly cut out a number of front line guest facing positions including front desk staff, bellman and valet. Is this the start of a rough period for Vegas and does this make sense. In other news the future Las Vegas Athletics had a coming out party while revealing a new sponsorship deal and stadium renders. The new A's stadium look very nice, but what are the odds it gets built and are they missing anything with this new project? We also discuss: a downgraded happy hour, bad news about Vegas' best pizza, old Vegas filming locations and whether casino gift giveaways are evil. 0:00 “Up to date” Las Vegas filming locations map 0:42 Athletics Vegas “coming out” - New stadium renders released 2:00 Las Vegas sponsors the Athletics 4:10 The ultimate Las Vegas stadium “grifter” 6:14 5 movies to watch before your next Vegas trip 8:00 Other amazing Vegas movies to get you in the mood 9:00 William B Steakhouse 30% off happy hour + Palms happy hour downgraded 10:35 00 downgrades their “best in Vegas” pizza 12:30 Resorts World raises resort fee to $55 15:10 The casino gift giveaway debate 18:26 Harry Styles coming to the Sphere? 20:01 Huge cuts at Excalibur 22:05 Is Las Vegas really slowing down? - Anecdotal evidence & mixed info Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35641610

Vegas F1 Spin, MGM's New Tier Match, Lucky Bunny Suite, A's Ticket Deposits & Fremont St Hotel Sale? 03/07/2025

Vegas F1 Spin, MGM's New Tier Match, Lucky Bunny Suite, A's Ticket Deposits & Fremont St Hotel Sale? 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 long awaited Vegas F1 economic impact report came out and it was quite positive. We discuss the report, why we think it may not be accurate and what it means exactly. Plus will Vegas extend this race past 2025 and when does the F1 Grand Prix Plaza open to the public? In other news the A's began taking deposits for season ticket interest. Does this mean their stadium is going to actually get built? We also discuss free drinks on sports bets, Vegas wind, Plaza's sexy new tables, Casino Monte is a go, MGM Rewards status match, the closing of a very exclusive lounge and how Bally's seems to be in a lot of trouble. 0:00 Vegas winds bring fun 0:31 A’s season ticket deposits now available 1:35 F1's 2024 economic impact is in 3:45 LVCVA wants to extend F1 past 2025 4:31 Grand Prix Plaza announces opening date 5:56 No free drinks with sports bets? 8:28 Plaza’s beautiful new blackjack tables 9:01 Penn & Teller’s Casino Monte officially debuts 9:38 Western Hotel on Fremont may be sold 11:55 MGM Rewards tier match offer returns 14:12 Craziest Vegas airplane video? 15:40 Westgate’s newest themed suite - Lucky bunny! 17:15 Penthouse Lounge at Mandalay Bay closing permanently 18:58 Bally’s earnings and stock - Big problems for Vegas casino? 20:15 Is the A’s stadium going to get built Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35578230

Virgin Las Vegas' Exciting New Program, Resorts World's Big Plans, Sphere's Name & Is Vegas Dying? 03/04/2025

Virgin Las Vegas' Exciting New Program, Resorts World's Big Plans, Sphere's Name & Is Vegas Dying? 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 Virgin finally released the details of their new Cherry Rewards program. While many recent Vegas loyalty program launches have been lackluster, this new program adds quite a bit of value and unique perks. Will it be successful in drawing people away from Strip casinos? In other news Resorts World's parent company is changing CEOs at the same time Jim Murren is discussing his new advisory panel's hope to "save" the property. Will it work? We also discuss the new Vegas 747, Primm's future plans, Sphere's name, using secure casino PINs, Bacchanal changes, Alanis at the Colosseum and the end of Pawn Stars. 0:00 Decoding casino PINs via keyboard 0:31 Area 15's 747 drives through Vegas 1:45 Boring Company is expanding into Vegas housing 3:25 Vegas Sphere has a name! 4:07 Sphere Bankruptcy? 5:27 John Summit and EDM at the Sphere - Do they need a house DJ? 6:07 Las Vegas isn’t dying - Very positive January numbers 8:17 Bacchanal buffet cuts weekday brunch 8:52 Another new residency for Caesars Colosseum 9:59 Primm’s future redevelopment plan 11:40 Will Primm ever have 3 casinos again? 12:40 Resorts World reinvented - Jim Murren’s big plans 14:33 Redeveloping Resorts World’s Strip Frontage 16:05 Goodbye Pawn Stars - End of an era? 17:40 Virgin’s new Cherry Rewards details, tiers & benefits 18:55 Free cabanas, monthly dining credits, upgrades and more 20:55 Virgin status match coming soon? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35534400

Dystopian Las Vegas, MGM Settles, New Casino, Caesars Earnings Takeaways & Virgin's New Club! 02/28/2025

Dystopian Las Vegas, MGM Settles, New Casino, Caesars Earnings Takeaways & Virgin's New Club! 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 Caesars Entertainment released their earnings. While there wasn't a ton of interesting info in the earnings themselves, we dove into the call to see what guidance we can get for the future of Caesars and their Vegas properties. They continue to be positive about Vegas, but what has worked and what hasn't since Eldorado took over? In other news MGM has settled their class action and you might be owed some money. We also discuss: Cadence Crossing the new casino coming, a way to get Caesars Diamond back, dystopian Las Vegas, our unique banking needs, an unhappy poker player and Virgin's new player's club coming in March.0:00 The “happy” gambler knocking over poker tables 0:50 Cadence Crossing (new Vegas casino) is coming 1:45 Is Dream Hotel starting construction again? 2:24 Penn & Teller’s Casino Monte is here 4:18 Las Vegas is the Happiest Place on Earth 5:40 MGM Class Action Settlement - Grab your money 7:15 How to get Caesars Diamond back 8:50 Big police updates - Drones & Cybertrucks 10:28 Red light cameras for Las Vegas? 11:32 1,692 spin bonus? 12:29 The unique bank demands of Las Vegas entertainers 13:20 The self exclusion problem - What happens to the money? 16:51 Virgin’s brand new player’s club - Cherry Rewards! 18:15 Takeaways from Caesars earnings call 19:08 Caesars’ focus on high limit slot rooms 20:08 How Flamingo’s Strip frontage is now “activated” Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35483870

Better Vegas Odds, Steve Wynn Lawsuit, 7 Hour Check-In, 1 Million in Handpays & The Vegas "Army" 02/25/2025

Better Vegas Odds, Steve Wynn Lawsuit, 7 Hour Check-In, 1 Million in Handpays & The Vegas "Army" 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 got some good news as a Las Vegas casino has reversed course and brought back 3:2 blackjack across all tables and bet levels. With the Palms making this move will it put pressure on the Strip casinos to do better or is this just a fluke? In other news Steve Wynn's lawsuit is heading to the Supreme Court and we discuss why it is aiming to change everything about online discourse. We also discuss: the Golden Nugget presidential suite, free F1 simulators, the spiciest tacos in Vegas, all of Caesars' investment, $1M in handpays, a 7 hour check-in line at Resorts World and how Oak View Group is moving into Vegas ahead of their NBA arena bid. 0:00 The sad state of gambling today 0:32 Resorts World’s 7 hour check-in line? 2:22 Why staff cuts have hurt the Vegas check-in experience 3:13 A look at the Golden Nugget Presidential Suite 4:33 $1 million in handpays betting $2K per spin! 5:30 How casinos should share big wins on social media 6:01 Why Steve Wynn must lose 9:25 Caesars bullish on the future of Las Vegas - Huge investment? 11:50 Palms moves to 3:2 blackjack on all tables all day 14:19 The spiciest tacos in Vegas 15:35 BLVD free F1 simulators on the Strip 16:54 BLVD’s new giant sign - Blocking rooftop views? 17:25 Flamingo’s spa is no co-ed, clothing not optional 18:40 Oak View Group takes over big Raiders contract 19:36 The army that keeps Vegas safe and clean 22:05 Why the mornings in Vegas are magical Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35425865

Fontainebleau's Big Score, Vegas Monorail Gets New Life, Idiot Sandwich & Universal's Opening Date! 02/21/2025

Fontainebleau's Big Score, Vegas Monorail Gets New Life, Idiot Sandwich & Universal's Opening Date! 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 got word on a couple of anticipated openings in Las Vegas. Today the long anticipated Capital One Lounge is opening in Harry Reid International Airport. It is bringing a high quality lounge experience with some unique offerings to Vegas, but where can you find it? We also go over the opening date of Universal's Horror Unleashed including the steep ticket prices. In other news prices are high in Las Vegas and people are complaining. We go over some of the most recent examples and wonder if the narrative of high Vegas prices is becoming mainstream. We also discuss: a new life for the monorail, sports book of yesteryear, outside food and drinks at Vegas hotels and the cosmofying of Fontainebleau. 0:00 The sports book of 20 years ago 1:34 Las Vegas Monorail will live longer 3:04 Pawn After Dark - A new podcast from the Pawn Stars 4:16 Zupas $16 Chocolate covered strawberries 5:25 Buddy’s $60 Caesars Palace pizza 6:18 Gordon Ramsay’s $34 idiot sandwich 6:46 New Caesars celebrity chef “foodie” tour 7:30 More Vegas price complaints on social media - Fair or foul? 8:34 101 games and $245 bonus. Good or disappointing? 9:54 M Resort’s new tower construction update 11:24 Universal Horror Unleashed opening date & ticket prices 13:36 Vegas hotels & outside food & drinks 15:00 Fontainebleau's big score 17:10 Capital One Lounge at Harry Reid Airport now open Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35380710

Wynn's Vegasless Future, Sad Caesars, Fontainebleau Status Match, Slots-A-Fun Tacos & Scooters! 02/18/2025

Wynn's Vegasless Future, Sad Caesars, Fontainebleau Status Match, Slots-A-Fun Tacos & Scooters! 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 had their latest earnings call where they dove more into the future of the company. While we didn't get any announcements for their "Wynn West" land, the company talked about their Emirates, London and Thailand casinos plus why they won't build Wynn Las Vegas 2.0 when they build something new in the city. In other news Fontainebleau has brought back their popular status match, but with some catches. It isn't as good as before, but should be worth doing for many. We also discuss the sad Caesars Palace garage, Primarily Prime Rib on Valentine's Day. the JW Marriott rooms, themed slot areas, split odds on blackjack and where you can experience a robot barista. 0:00 The Vegas scooter gangs are back! 0:40 Fontainebleau status match returns 1:53 Caesars Palace’s very sad parking garage 3:30 Split odds on blackjack at the same table? 5:03 Primarily Prime Rib impresses again 6:50 A look at the Slots A Fun tacos 8:00 Follow up on coins in casinos 8:48 Themed slot areas & Mark’s Hooters nostalgia 10:26 Robot Baristas have arrived in Vegas 12:13 Bringing drinks from one casino to the next - Is it wrong? 14:10 Diving into Wynn’s future from their earnings call 15:25 What will happen to Wynn West? 16:58 JW Marriott Las Vegas room review 18:23 Why JW Marriott is a true resort Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35337185

Netflix Invades Vegas, Flamingo's New Pool, MGM's Interesting Earnings, More Paid Parking & UFOs! 02/14/2025

Netflix Invades Vegas, Flamingo's New Pool, MGM's Interesting Earnings, More Paid Parking & UFOs! 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 MGM realeased their earnings which includes a reduction in profit mostly due to F1, but other interesting takeaways as well. MGM discussed their successful Marriott partnership, the timeline for their Osaka casino and what they see the future of F1 being in Las Vegas. Plus how you can score an MGM Grand renovated room right now. In other news Las Vegas ended its 214 day streak of no rain. With snow now in the mountains all is right with the world. We also discuss: Flamingo's new Go Pool, Netflix Bites opening at MGM Grand, increased poker rakes, Westgate's new paid parking, Aces cheerleader auditions, UFOs over the city and the Backstreet Boys at the Spere. 0:00 Valentine’s Day in Las Vegas 0:36 UFOs over Las Vegas? 1:19 Las Vegas ends 214 day rainless streak - (And snow!) 2:28 Westgate starts paid parking scheme 4:13 Top Music Venues in the U.S. including 3 in Las Vegas 5:15 MGM raises their poker rake 7:15 Coins in a casino! 8:39 New Flamingo pool unveiled - Beautiful, but different 10:32 Netflix Bites is open at MGM Grand 12:14 Las Vegas High Rollers auditions 13:30 Backstreet Boys at the Sphere 15:30 Diving into the MGM earnings call - Less profit 16:30 MGM Marriott update & Osaka groundbreaking 17:40 MGM Grand renovation update - Rooms available now! 18:36 Hornbuckle & MGM on the future of Vegas F1 after 2025 Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35289605

Shrinking Vegas Margins, Super Bowl Softness, Casino World Record Set, Hard Rock Update & Rampart! 02/11/2025

Shrinking Vegas Margins, Super Bowl Softness, Casino World Record Set, Hard Rock Update & Rampart! 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 break down the 2024 gaming numbers to see where casinos are doing well in Nevada and where they are struggling. With over $4 billion in comps given in 2024 the casinos are brining in more revenue than ever, but the data shows a significant change in profit margins. Is it even possible for Vegas to be a budget destination anymore? In other news a new casino world record has been set. Would you visit 110 casinos in 24 hours? We also discuss: Rampart casino and buffet, Punk Rock Bowling, Magic of Asia food festival, Badlands golf course debacle, Hard Rock construction, Wynn Al Marjah and throwing the dice at a stick man. 0:00 Throwing dice at the stick man 0:37 Very soft Super Bowl in Las Vegas 2:00 South Point’s amazing Super Bowl food specials 2:42 Wynn Al Marjah completes financing & construction update 4:18 New casino world record set 6:06 Our apologies to Californians 7:02 Magic of Asia food fest coming to Downtown 8:32 Punk Rock Bowling music festival 10:09 Shawn’s “Major” Rampart casino experience 12:26 Rampart Casino late night specials & weekend brunch buffet 15:15 Las Vegas’ huge cutbacks to pay for Badlands debacle 17:02 Mirage construction update - Guitar Tower foundation 18:01 Las Vegas struggling to make a profit? 19:38 Is the new union contract hurting Las Vegas profits? 21:23 Bubble craps going viral? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35244965

Caesars Price Gouging, Another A's Milestone, Durango Phase 2 & Vegas Influencer Dishonesty? 02/07/2025

Caesars Price Gouging, Another A's Milestone, Durango Phase 2 & Vegas Influencer Dishonesty? 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 discuss the prevalence of Vegas social media influencers and the lack of disclosure on their content. Recently a discussion happened that revealed some of the most popular influencers are being paid as marketing promoters for Vegas brands, but aren't disclosing it. Is this just part of the game in 2025 or should they do better? In other news Rio's top gaming executive is out. We also discuss: Cashman Field's auction, the Mar A Lago of Vegas, movement on the A's stadium, Voodoo Lounge, a new airport lounge coming to LAS, Caesars price gouging, a scary power outage, Durango's phase 2 construction, new home price records and the Bighorn Sheep in Boulder City. 0:00 Bighorn Sheep & sunny weather in Southern Nevada 0:49 Power outages at Cosmo & airport - Stuck in elevators! 2:23 Mar-A-Lago of Las Vegas is for sale 3:55 Cashman Field going up for auction again 5:26 Capital One Lounge opening at Harry Reid Airport 6:55 Vegas price gouging reaches new levels 8:59 Caesars Diamond Plus drinks & Starbucks no more? 9:56 A look at the reopened Voodoo Lounge at Rio 12:03 Rio’s head gaming officer Kevin Sweet is out 13:12 A’s file Land Use Permit for ballpark - When will construction start? 14:39 Southern Nevada’s median home price reaches a new record 15:45 Durango phase 2 construction update 16:27 Caesars Colosseum’s new residency - Kelly Clarkson 17:37 The Vegas influencer trap & lack of disclosure 20:20 Local media vs. influencers & disclosure of free stuff/paid ads 22:12 Why this type of content ruins people’s expectations Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35193340

MGM CEO Shakeup Rumor, Vegas Isn't Growing, Late Night Food Deals, Peter Luger Review & Otonomous! 02/04/2025

MGM CEO Shakeup Rumor, Vegas Isn't Growing, Late Night Food Deals, Peter Luger Review & Otonomous! 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 as rumors swirled about MGM's CEO stepping away, we got the December Vegas visitor numbers which aren't bad, but show a significant slowdown in growth compared to what we have seen. What does it mean, will MGM have a new CEO and is it time to hit the brakes on growth for the Vegas tourism industry? In other news we discuss Peter Luger's great value power lunch plus the new Caesars Palace carpet & stinkiest bathroom. We also discuss the Otonomous Hotel, the bagel eating champion, Vegas Matt hitting 1M, a 1988 flyover of Vegas, retro roller skating and new late night food specials that remind us of yesteryear. 0:00 The largest casino chip collection in the world 0:58 Founderscard officially dumps Caesars as gaming partner 2:32 Downtown Summerlin’s new retro roller skating rink 4:08 Station Casinos brings back late night food specials! 5:32 Diving into the numbers - Vegas in 2024 vs. 2023 6:45 Is this the end of crazy growth for Las Vegas tourism? 7:45 Peter Luger’s Power Lunch is an amazing deal 11:01 Caesars Palace new carpet & stinkiest bathroom in Vegas? 12:21 Vegas Matt hits 1 million YouTube subscribers 14:07 1988 flyover of Las Vegas 15:24 Joey Chesnut wins the Bagel Eating World Championship 15:53 The Otonomous Hotel is opening in Vegas this Summer 17:21 More shakeup rumors at MGM Resorts - Hornbuckle out? 18:44 Has MGM screwed itself with the “asset light” model? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35149240

MGM Settles, Circus Circus Disney Rumor, Strip Gaming Woes, Vegas Tik Tok & Founderscard Adds Wynn! 01/31/2025

MGM Settles, Circus Circus Disney Rumor, Strip Gaming Woes, Vegas Tik Tok & Founderscard Adds Wynn! 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 one of the more absurd rumors spread like wildfire through the Vegas social media scene. After Phil Ruffin's admission that Circus Circus is for sale, rumors began swirling that Disney would buy it. We discuss why this rumor is ridiculous and makes no sense plus why Disney really isn't interested in coming to Las Vegas. In other news MGM has settled lawsuits relating to a big data breach and their cyberattack. How much will you get? We also discuss Salt Bae's sudden exit from Vegas, Wynn getting added to Founderscard, the Mr. Beast Experience, Nevada's Tik Tok obsession, the December gaming numbers and why Vegas hotels still can't figure out the check-in experience. 0:00 More insane Vegas check-in lines 1:03 Founderscard adds Wynn status & discount benefit 2:20 Is Caesars going away as a Founderscard benefit? 3:12 Carpet update from Tuscany 4:33 Ludacris poolside at M Resort 5:18 Mr. Beast Experience weekend coming to Resorts World 7:31 Museum of Ice Cream is coming to Las Vegas 9:10 Salt Bae’s Park MGM restaurant closes suddenly 10:26 World Bagel Eating Championship returns to Vegas 11:14 Following up on Caesars casino drink benefits 12:52 Nevada is the most Tik Tok obsessed state 14:27 MGM settles lawsuits surrounding cyberattack 16:10 December gaming numbers - Strip down again!? 17:47 The stupidest Vegas rumor - Disney buying Circus Circus? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35100875

MGM Resorts Shakeup, Virgin Hotels Rebirth, El Cortez Expansion Opening & Caesars' Tiny Tiny Drinks 01/28/2025

MGM Resorts Shakeup, Virgin Hotels Rebirth, El Cortez Expansion Opening & Caesars' Tiny Tiny Drinks 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 about the timeline for the ouster of Mohegan Sun at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Find out when the property will be brought back together and when a new loyalty program will launch. Will this be the rebirth that Virgin needs to be successful following the end of their recent strike? In other news there are some reports of a shakeup at MGM Resorts among managers. What exactly is happening and what do we know? We also discuss the soon to open expansion at El Cortez Las Vegas including some cool new neon. Other topics include: Dig This Vegas, the MGM valet "hack", gambler gift shaming, the new Raiders head coach, President Trump's visit to Vegas and when Netflix Bites is opening at MGM Grand.0:00 Gordon Ramsay actually shows his face in Vegas 0:00 Casino free gift shaming 0:54 President Trump visits Circa - No tax on tips 2:33 Netflix Bites opening date announced 4:08 Westgate Las Vegas joins Choice Hotels 5:48 Vegas Loop viral video - Stoplights underground 6:52 How far we’ve gotten with Vegas Loop in 4 years 8:30 Raiders hire 5th coach in 5 years 9:43 Mohegan Sun out at Virgin Hotels on March 4 11:05 The rebirth of Virgin Hotels 12:25 Dig This Vegas - Use real bulldozers 13:35 Caesars’ tiny free comp drinks at Flamingo 15:10 Pet peeve - Casinos that charge for sparkling water & redbull 15:48 MGM Resorts “valet hack” 18:04 A big management shakeup happening at MGM Resorts? 19:26 El Cortez is very close to opening their big expansion Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/35053760

Circus Circus For Sale, Virgin's Strike Ends, MGM's Massive Room Renovations & Vegas Loop Expands! 01/24/2025

Circus Circus For Sale, Virgin's Strike Ends, MGM's Massive Room Renovations & Vegas Loop Expands! 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 Circus Circus owner and longtime Vegas casino owner Phil Ruffin announced that he is looking to sell the aging property. He also wants to buy another Vegas casino, but will he be able to get someone to pay him $5 billion for Circus Circus? And what does it mean for the north end of the Strip? In other news the nasty Virgin Hotels culinary union strike has now officially ended. We also discuss MGM Grand's massive room renovations, Gordon Ramsay coming to Vegas, an insane Sphere drone show, more news on BLVD, Sahara's cool entrance conversion, a free observation deck coming to the Strip and the expansion of Vegas Loop. 0:00 Gordon Ramsay actually shows his face in Vegas 0:45 Virgin strike is over 2:40 World of Concrete’s insane Sphere drone show 3:47 College Football National Championship coming in 2027 5:21 Vegas Loop opens its newest station 7:03 Sahara’s cool entrance conversion 8:16 Very sad Mirage drone shot 9:36 BLVD new tenants & free Strip observation space 11:05 MGM Grand announces massive room renovations 12:30 MGM is adding 111 suites to their main tower 13:53 Circus Circus is for sale for an insane price 15:03 How Phil Ruffin has parlayed Vegas land plays into big wealth 16:44 Is the North Strip revolution really a thing? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/34996700

KA Behind the Scenes, Vegas Helicopter Taxis, Hollywood 2.0 Drama, Strip Scams & Gambling on Planes! 01/21/2025

KA Behind the Scenes, Vegas Helicopter Taxis, Hollywood 2.0 Drama, Strip Scams & Gambling on Planes! 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 have a huge treat for you as we go behind the scenes of KA including what it is like in the music studio as they produce the sound for the epic show. We also take a look at the impressive theater, moving stages, backstage areas and go over why you might not have realized just how impressive this entire production is. In other news someone is proposing helicopter taxis for Las Vegas but does that really make sense? We also discuss: fake monk scams on the Strip, Mark's recent Fontainebleau offer, drama with our pursuit of movie studios, gambling on airplanes, Whose Live Anyway and an incredible update on the Brightline high speed rail project. 0:00 Mini Cybertruck at Venetian 0:33 Neon Museum adds Super Bowl sign to collection 1:43 Las Vegas helicopter taxis? 3:50 Amazing update on Brightline train project 5:30 Vegas fake monk scam - What you need to know 7:13 Mark’s Fontainebleau offer with no play 8:33 Drama with Hollywood 2.0 9:50 Whose Live Anyway coming to Vegas 11:02 Gambling on airplanes? Delta & DraftKings partnership 13:02 Is gambling on airplanes a good idea? 13:55 Behind my behind the scenes of KA 16:40 What it was like being in the KA music studio 18:36 Why we don’t get new shows like KA anymore 20:22 The moving parts of KA Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/34944820

Fontainebleau Vegas Parking Woes, Golden Gate is 119, Voodoo Lounge Returns & "Secret" Vegas Buffet! 01/17/2025

Fontainebleau Vegas Parking Woes, Golden Gate is 119, Voodoo Lounge Returns & "Secret" Vegas Buffet! 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 was in the news for everything outside Vegas as they made a huge purchase in a new for them market. They also were dealt a big setback in their pursuit of a NYC casino when the Town Board voted against their proposal. Is Wynn's Hudson Yard project dead in the water and will they ever build Wynn West in Vegas? In other news Venetian and Hyatt have now started their parnetship but it isn't as good as we had hoped. We also discuss Rio's 34th birthday, the old hotel room "ick", a new Olympic Village project, Peter Luger's lunch deal, Downtown Grand raising prices, transparency in the gambler influencer space and Venetian's wicked social media dance. 0:00 Binion’s Gen Z video bloopers 0:42 Kenny Chesney Vegas Sphere residency 1:50 Psychedelic Sphere looks 2:52 Las Vegas is dry! 3:39 Golden Gate turns 119 - Oldest hotel in Vegas 4:42 Golden Gate’s limited edition hoodie 5:26 Voodoo Lounge reopening at Rio 6:51 Cartzilla - Giant shopping cart Vegas tour 8:25 Luxor electrocution lawsuit 10:00 Senor Frogs has exited Treasure Island 11:24 A look at Barcode Burger 12:20 Genting Palace Buffet - Best buffet value in Vegas? 13:47 Taking food out of a buffet - Do you do it? 15:30 Bellagio’s Lunar New Year Display has arrived 16:56 Fontainebleau changes parking policy - Less grace period 18:31 Did Fontainebleau make a mistake with this new parking policy? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/34897565

Wynn's Huge Win & Loss, Venetian Joins Hyatt, From Casino to Olympic Village & The Old Hotel "Ick"! 01/14/2025

Wynn's Huge Win & Loss, Venetian Joins Hyatt, From Casino to Olympic Village & The Old Hotel "Ick"! 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 was in the news for everything outside Vegas as they made a huge purchase in a new for them market. They also were dealt a big setback in their pursuit of a NYC casino when the Town Board voted against their proposal. Is Wynn's Hudson Yard project dead in the water and will they ever build Wynn West in Vegas? In other news Venetian and Hyatt have now started their parnetship but it isn't as good as we had hoped. We also discuss Rio's 34th birthday, the old hotel room "ick", a new Olympic Village project, Peter Luger's lunch deal, Downtown Grand raising prices, transparency in the gambler influencer space and Venetian's wicked social media dance. 0:00 Venetian’s “wicked” social media dance 0:42 Rio turns 34 - First all suite Vegas hotel 1:33 The old hotel bed cover “ick” 2:33 Wynn purchases high-end Crown London casino 3:44 Wynn’s NYC casino project hits a big roadblock 5:36 Huge shakeups at the Raiders 6:38 Hylo Park begins construction - Replacement for Texas Station & Fiesta Rancho 9:07 The myth of Circus Circus flying elephants 10:42 Bellagio’s Conservatory boneyard 12:12 Peter Luger’s prix fixe lunch menu 12:59 Taste of Hakassan menu - A deal? 14:02 Downtown Grand raises price of hot dog deal & cuts good video poker 15:55 Transparency from slot influencers - Tracking losses? 17:57 Troubling issues with the gambler influencer space 19:00 Venetian and Hyatt begin partnership - Good or bad? 20:44 Both Vegas Hyatt hotels are all-suite and renovated Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/34855530

Vegas F1 Failure, Top Sphere Visuals, Casino World Record, Elvis' 90th & Durango Is Expanding! 01/10/2025

Vegas F1 Failure, Top Sphere Visuals, Casino World Record, Elvis' 90th & Durango Is Expanding! 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 finally got the gaming numbers for November, 2024 and they aren't great as expected. While the declines are less than we saw with room rates, numbers are down from 2023. We take a look at the numbers going back to 2021 to see what the impact of F1 is and whether the race should be back past year 3. In other news Durango has announced the beginning of construction on their anticipated phase 2. It has been cutback significantly, so what exactly are they building and when will it be open? We also discuss the top Sphere visuals of the year, Lenny Kravitz' possible residency, Virgin's strike woes, the old Circus Circus tram and bungee, problems at Wolfgang Puck, another casino floor robbery and how a Dutch couple is looking to set a world record for visiting the most casinos in 24 hours. 0:00 Vegas celebrating Elvis’ 90th birthday 0:51 Fontainebleau’s strange social media post 1:56 World record attempt - Visiting the most casinos in 24 hours 3:23 Another casino floor “robbery” video 4:33 The Virgin Culinary Union strike is getting ugly 6:49 Dropicana construction is over budget & won’t be done on time 8:01 Circus Circus’ abandoned tram & the old “Strataflite” 9:43 Anyma at the Sphere - Most incredible visuals yet? 10:43 Possible Lenny Kravitz residency at the Sphere? 11:36 Top 10 fan favorite Sphere exterior displays 12:38 Wolfgang Puck at MGM Grand shutdown for health violations - Reopen now 13:33 Longest running Vegas attraction is closing on January 15 14:31 Sam Boyd Stadium sold - What is its future? 15:35 Main Street Station closes off second floor displays 16:48 Durango announces much smaller phase 2 expansion 18:43 November gaming numbers are in - F1 was not a success 20:30 Is all of the inconvenience worth these numbers? 21:43 Will F1 return to Las Vegas after year 3? Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at You can subscribe on , , or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our as well! /episode/index/show/mtmvegas/id/34807640

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