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

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Episode Description

This week the LVCVA continued with their Welcome to Fabulous campaign by installing activations at the airport and promising even more to come. Next week the first Vegas citywide sale will happen. Will this be enough and what can we expect as Vegas continues its marketing push to draw in more people.

In other news F1 is opening their arcade soon while they quietly extended part of their race until 2030. Do they even have approval to do that? We also discuss: Sphere's first Spanish act, blockbuster Oz sales, Circus Circus one month before opening, the big hole on the Strip, Peppermill's Roman suite the big rumored MGM shakeup and why even more screens are being installed on the Las Vegas Strip.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Circus Circus a month from opening
• 0:33 Vegas Is Fabulous - airport style?
• 2:05 Vegas citywide 5 day sale incoming
• 3:20 Vegas Matt's $200K Grand
• 4:37 The quirky Roman suite at Peppermill Reno
• 5:39 Fontainebleau's big end of year acts
• 6:56 Pedestrian bridge screens have arrived
• 8:45 F1 track construction is underway
• 9:20 F1 extends MGM sponsorship to 2030?
• 11:00 F1 arcade at Forum Shops opening date
• 11:52 The Riviera hole in the ground
• 12:48 Sphere's first Spanish act
• 14:25 Blockbuster Wizard of Oz ticket sales - $1 billion?
• 16:17 Rumored layoffs at MGM resorts & executive shakeup
• 17:42 Slow times = lost jobs
• 19:46 How the wealthy are propping up Las Vegas

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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!

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Episode Description

This week we saw a number of new deals as Vegas makes more of a value play going into the fall. Wynn has not only removed an unpopular game, but they have several smaller deals to make guests feel welcome. Just down the Strip, Caesars is also selling $5 beers at a couple of their properties!

In other news a Vegas casino that is closing has been saved...sort of. We also discuss Neon Museum's newest piece, the failure of Save the Gate, how Resorts World backtracked on their big Summer move, why XS is closing for a year and what the new Planet Hollywood patio rooms look like.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Scooter Elvis in Vegas
• 0:35 #SaveTheGate has failed
• 1:58 Wynn eliminates 000 roulette, other deals available
• 4:38 The insanity of Las Vegas Starbucks prices
• 5:29 XS closing for a year of renovations - Crazy rumor as to why
• 7:00 Neon Museum's newest sign - Dunes restored!
• 9:02 Planet Hollywood's new patio rooms
• 10:58 Bellagio's trippy fall displays
• 11:43 Poker Palace is being saved + crazy history
• 13:48 $5 beers at some Caesars properties
• 15:25 The return of paid parking at Resorts World
• 16:20 Resorts World rental car "hack"?
• 18:10 The continual battle of Vegas parking strategies

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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 [email protected].

You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

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Episode Description

This week the big companies in Vegas both made the news for bad reasons. Caesars Entertainment has seen big stock declines in the past few years and that has led to them being removed from the S&P 500. Down the street MGM is beginning layoffs as the slow year of 2025 continues to churn on. Is this just the beginning?

In other news Zoox has officially launched as the first autonomous rideshare service in Las Vegas. And it's free for now. We also discuss: $2 poolside ice cream, the big fight, an update on Mirage's art auction, why Hard Rock won't have an atrium, Brewdog's refresh, the new Clique and how gamblers are losing hope with the 100% gambling loss deduction.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Awkward Vegas style big fight showdown
• 0:33 Small deals - $2 ice cream poolside at MGM Grand
• 2:09 Zoox officially launches in Las Vegas - Free rides for now
• 4:34 Following up on "Welcome to Fabulous" - More value messaging?
• 6:33 Losing hope on the 100% gambling loss deduction
• 9:34 Brewdog refresh incoming
• 11:05 The stunning new Clique at Cosmo
• 12:00 Hard Rock Guitar glass & circular atrium returns?
• 13:45 Mirage art auction update - Crazy prices?
• 15:40 Caesars dropped from S&P 500
• 17:10 Layoffs beginning at MGM Resorts
• 18:25 Is layoff season just beginning in Las Vegas?

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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 [email protected].

You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas

Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com

Episode Description

This week the big companies in Vegas both made the news for bad reasons. Caesars Entertainment has seen big stock declines in the past few years and that has led to them being removed from the S&P 500. Down the street MGM is beginning layoffs as the slow year of 2025 continues to churn on. Is this just the beginning?

In other news Zoox has officially launched as the first autonomous rideshare service in Las Vegas. And it's free for now. We also discuss: $2 poolside ice cream, the big fight, an update on Mirage's art auction, why Hard Rock won't have an atrium, Brewdog's refresh, the new Clique and how gamblers are losing hope with the 100% gambling loss deduction.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Awkward Vegas style big fight showdown
• 0:33 Small deals - $2 ice cream poolside at MGM Grand
• 2:09 Zoox officially launches in Las Vegas - Free rides for now
• 4:34 Following up on "Welcome to Fabulous" - More value messaging?
• 6:33 Losing hope on the 100% gambling loss deduction
• 9:34 Brewdog refresh incoming
• 11:05 The stunning new Clique at Cosmo
• 12:00 Hard Rock Guitar glass & circular atrium returns?
• 13:45 Mirage art auction update - Crazy prices?
• 15:40 Caesars dropped from S&P 500
• 17:10 Layoffs beginning at MGM Resorts
• 18:25 Is layoff season just beginning in Las Vegas?

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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 [email protected].

You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas

Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com

Episode Description

This week Caesars released a blockbuster new all-in discount package for some of their Vegas properties. For $300 you will get 2 nights plus $200 in food and beverage credit, but is this really a deal? Should we expect even more value through the rest of the year?

In other news Drai's is out at Cromwell sort of. We also discuss: busting on 20, Resorts World mixed earnings, the death of the Planet Hollywood brand, talking camels at Luxor, behind Vegas hotel/casino design, bidding for room upgrades, Stage Door's construction and Cosmo's very sexy new carpet!

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Busting on 20?
• 0:37 Resorts World's mixed earnings
• 3:09 Venetian's very unique terrace suites
• 4:52 Stage Door construction photo - Delaaaaaayed
• 6:00 Cosmo's sexy new carpet
• 7:22 BLVD's outdoor concerts?
• 8:15 Drai's is out at Cromwell's pool
• 10:02 Buffalo Bill's will reopen 8-10 times per year?
• 11:42 Bidding for room upgrades in Downtown Las Vegas
• 12:53 Criss Angel's open auditions
• 13:59 The death of the Planet Hollywood brand?
• 15:59 The talking camels of Luxor
• 17:38 Legendary Vegas architect talks hotel/casino design
• 19:53 Behind the design of Crockford's Lobby & the tiki bar
• 22:09 Caesars goes all-in - New $300 package launched
• 23:31 Why Caesars all-in package may NOT be a good deal
• 25:05 The upcoming Las Vegas marketing push

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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!

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Episode Description

This week July's gaming numbers came in and they were quite a surprise. Not only were gaming numbers up statewide, but one particular game performed quite well. What does this mean for the wider recovery? We'll cover the hotel/visitor stats on the next show, but this is a fun little dive into the gaming numbers.

In other news the Sphere is continuing its success with Oz now established and the Backstreet Boys reportedly earning $4 million per peformance. We also discuss: Sahara's extended no resort fee deal, an update on the Dream Hotel, Wynn Al Marjah construction, Circa's $190 lobster corndogs, Jason Aldean's struggling and why Binion's played around with their logo.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Binion's shiny new logo
• 0:48 Dream Hotel update - New ownership
• 3:19 Sphere Wizard of Oz is a success
• 5:36 Backstreet Boys making $4 million per Sphere performance?
• 7:19 Wynn Al Marjah aerial update
• 7:43 16,000 square foot underground Vegas house for sale
• 10:33 Sahara extends no resort fee & other goodies promo
• 11:09 Circa's $190 lobster corndogs
• 12:49 Golden Gate's "Last Dance" & casino reimagining
• 13:44 Changing casinos floors with the generations
• 16:04 Jason Aldean's struggling?
• 17:50 Carlos 'n Charlie's out at Flamingo
• 20:17 July's surprisingly good gaming numbers

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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!

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Episode Description

This week a number of interesting stories were happening in Vegas. First off, one of the biggest slot influencers lifted the veil on partner deal in the sweepstakes casino space. Find out what he is saying and why he is calling out some of the biggest names in the space. Is disclosure becoming more and more of a problem in physical, online and sweepstakes casinos?

In other news the Athletics officially announced their move to Vegas in 2026 with 6 games at the Las Vegas Ballpark. But how is their stadium construction going? We also discuss: Hard Rock's guitar progress, Nevada state getting hacked, Eggslut coming to Rio, Mark Walhberg's Flecha, Universal Horror Unleashed, coin slots at Slots A Fun and how the weather has been amazing lately.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Vegas is a normal place with normal people
• 0:45 State of Nevada "hacked"
• 2:00 Universal Horror Unleashed has arrived
• 4:17 Slots A Fun is looking so good - Anything better than coin slots?
• 5:58 Flecha review - Mark Wahlberg's Mexican restaurant in Vegas
• 8:57 Big Vegas slot influencer feud
• 10:45 Transparency in the slot influencer space & sweepstake casinos?
• 13:13 Vegas weather has been beautiful!
• 14:03 Athletics arrive for 6 Vegas games in 2026
• 15:47 A's Stadium Cam - Concrete foundations going in?
• 16:26 Hard Rock Guitar Tower update - Hard to capture the impact?
• 17:29 Eggslut is coming to Rio
• 18:45 Interview with Ohtani translator's bookie - Crazy stories!
• 20:22 Lifestyles of casino whales

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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!

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Episode Description

This week F1 jumped into another lawsuit, but this time it is a bit different. They are cracking down on counterfeit merch from a building you know very well. Should they be doing this and what does the counterfeit merch look like?

In other #news an iconic Vegas venue is closing soon for up to a year of renovations. Does Foundation Room have the best views in Vegas? We also discuss: shoe tragedies at Wynn, a peak at Ellis Island's expansion, Fontainebleau Hall of Excellence, new Vegas tiki, Vegas elevator issues, why you should avoid hotels with smart smoke detectors and why 1993 was the turning point of the Vegas Strip.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Wynn Las Vegas shoe tragedy
• 0:32 Another F1 Las Vegas lawwsuit!
• 2:20 Vegas "smart" smoke detectors continue to cause problems
• 4:00 More elevator problems in Vegas
• 5:07 How old to request a close Vegas room?
• 6:04 Stadium Swim's $90+ nachos
• 7:46 Nachogate returns - Mandalay Bay's $22 offering
• 9:45 Grand Tiki coming soon
• 10:26 Resorts World's very sad tiki bar
• 12:27 Vegas wins U.S. little league championship
• 14:04 Guide to every brunch in Las Vegas
• 14:50 1993 Vegas - The moment Las Vegas changed forever?
• 16:39 Foundation Room closing for renovations?
• 17:58 First look inside Ellis Island's expansion
• 19:28 Fontainebleau's Hall of Excellence is….excellent?
• 20:57 Why Hall of Excellence may not be worth the money

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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 [email protected].

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Episode Description

This week the day we have all been waiting for arrived. Quad zero roulette has made its way to the Las Vegas Strip. While a lot of people don't pay attention to the odds, this isn't good. Find out how it is being implemented, the "bonus" aspect and why you should avoid this new game with the equivalent of four zeros.

In other news the newest Vegas casino Cadence Crossing is progressing fast. We show you what it looks like right now. We also discuss: the $49 AYCE brunch "deal" at STK, the Holiday Inns of Vegas, Fitzgerald's circa 1993, having a rough Vegas night and where you can buy the amazing statues of Mirage.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 What the hell happened at 4am?
• 0:50 Rough first day working on the Strip
• 2:23 Swimming in the Venetian canals
• 4:02 $49 AYCE brunch at STK - Is this a deal?
• 5:48 The best states to live in - Nevada is ranked where?
• 7:16 Bazaar Meat's interesting auction
• 8:42 How to buy Mirage's art work including the famous statues
• 10:55 Cadence Crossing construction update - Newest Vegas casino
• 12:10 The Holiday Inns of Las Vegas
• 13:16 A look at Fitzgeralds circa 2003
• 14:07 Rio closes financing for renovations
• 15:44 0000 roulette arrives on the Strip
• 17:10 How 0000 odds compare to previous versions of roulette

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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 [email protected].

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Episode Description

This week Circa continued its brand expansion with a huge win against much bigger competitors. As Circa builds their brands across the country, what are they doing right and why are they having so much success against industry giants? Plus when will Derek Stevens step up and become the next Steve Wynn?

In other news Taylor Swift rumors swirled this week following the announcement of her new showgirl themed album. Could she end up at the Sphere? We also discuss: high Vegas foreclosures, more viral Vegas prices, dogs in casinos, Durango construction update, Bellagio's new high limit room, 1962 Fremont and everything new we learned about Rio's next phase of renovations.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Fake Justin Bieber arrives in Vegas
• 0:55 High Vegas prices keep going viral
• 2:52 Fremont Street circa 1962
• 4:04 Plaza vs. Rio - A great conversation between executives
• 5:31 Some new info on the future renovations coming to Rio
• 7:01 Rio's new casino carpet is a hit!
• 7:26 Durango's expansion - construction update
• 8:31 Huge Primm land sale!
• 11:02 Las Vegas among the highest markets for foreclosures
• 11:58 Another Vegas Strip surcharge
• 13:35 Reinventing the Aviators - The Cone Jesters?
• 15:00 Circa's big gaming license win
• 16:44 Why Circa's marketing is among the best in Las Vegas
• 17:54 A look at Bellagio's new high limit room
• 19:20 Dogs in casinos
• 20:27 Taylor Swift at the Vegas Sphere? New rumor…

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. 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 [email protected].

You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!