The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast | a podcast by Ira Sternberg

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with saxophonist, recording artist, and composer Dee Lucas, performing in the Copa Room at the Bootlegger Italian Bistro October 20. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” Dee talks about his love of the saxophone along with his self-taught approach; how both saxophone giants and local musicians inspired his artistic spirit; why he believes in “protecting” the music; what he communicates when he plays; and why he is cited as “the hardest working indie artist in the music industry.”

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with international award-winning vocalist Nicole Henry, performing in Myron’s at The Smith Center October 14 at 5 and 8 p.m. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” Nicole talks about why her first opportunity to sing on a regular basis was on a drag show; why she first chose the wrong instrument to practice on; when she fell in love with jazz; how she was influenced by many artists but always focuses on her own voice in performance; and why music is part of her family history.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with Brent Barrett, performing “Brent Barrett - My 40 Years On Broadway” in Myron’s at The Smith Center October 4. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Brent talks about his first role on Broadway; meeting some of the legendary Broadway composers and lyricists; performing in award-winning musicals; transitioning away from Broadway but keeping the music; how he has structured his “40-year” show; and what he plans for the future.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with multi-award-winning guitar virtuoso Ricardo Cobo and Parsa Sabet, the guitar duo known as Rio Sueño, performing in the Judy Bayley Theatre at the UNLV Performing Arts Center, Sept. 29 at 7:30 p.m. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” the duo talk about why they named themselves Rio Sueño; what brought them together as musicians; what Ricardo saw in Parsa as a student and their similar outlooks on life; why rehearsal is always a learning experience; and why classical guitar is important in artistic expression.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with Jana Wimer, director and co-writer of “Abandon” at the Vegas Theatre Company in the Las Vegas Arts District, with performances beginning October 5. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” Jana talks about the production, a scary journey through an asylum in 1800s Paris; why horror and theatre are her two loves; why she loves to add humor to her productions; how “Abandon” reflects on the issues of mental health and persecution; and why theatre is always a work in progress.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with John Katsilometes (KATS!), the man-about-town whose column runs daily in the Las Vegas Review-Journal. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” John talks about the most important changes in Las Vegas entertainment; his podcast series, “Mobbed Up”; his goal of eventually writing a book; getting sleep when he can; why what he does is a “participation sport”; and some of his favorite performers.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with The Cowsills (Bob, Susan, and Paul), performing September 8 at The Golden Nugget Las Vegas. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” the trio talk about what keeps them in the game; how they are now introducing songs from their new album when they come to Las Vegas; why performing is an exchange of a great, happy moment with the audience; why they are unapologetically boomers; and why their live show is a lot more than their recorded hits.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with Rodney Norman, performing September 1-2 at Wise Guys Comedy (in the Arts District of Downtown Las Vegas). In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” Rodney talks about his background in philosophy and stand-up comedy and how he combines the two on stage; the meaning behind “you’re nothing special”; why you can make happiness your reset; what he learned from Jonathan Winters, Robin Williams, and Bob Newhart; and the importance of embracing all of the ups and downs of your life.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with comedian Mike Saccone, headlining in the Laugh Factory at the Tropicana Las Vegas through August 27. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” Mike talks about his obsession with restoring and collecting pinball machines; his previous life and comedy work in Las Vegas; why he went into semi-retirement after being twice-widowed; exercising the comedy muscle; and his future plans for writing a film.

This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with saxophonist and vocalist Patrick Lamb, performing at Gambit in Henderson August 19. In this episode of “The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast” Patrick talks about how he picked the saxophone; why he’s in the business of “connection”; what he shares with Chris Botti; why he loves showing up as a “hired mercenary”; what he loves about touring as a solo artist; and the challenge of a set list.