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

This week, Ira spoke with JT Mollner. JT Mollner is one of the brains behind the Freakling Brothers’ haunted house in Las Vegas and the writer and director of his first full-length feature, “Outlaws and Angels.” The film was presented at Sundance earlier this year and is set for release in select theaters nationwide, including […]

This week, Ira spoke with George Chanos. George J. Chanos, who has had a distinguished legal career and served as Nevada’s 31st attorney general, is author of “Seize Your Destiny, Choices That Lead To A Happy, Successful and Meaningful Life.” In November 2012, Chanos suffered a major heart attack. It made him reflect upon his […]

This week, Ira spoke with Laura Carroll and Adam Kealoha Causey. Laura Carroll and Adam Kealoha Causey are authors of “100 Things To Do In Las Vegas Before You Die,” an insider’s guide to Las Vegas published by Reedy Press. Carroll is a native Las Vegan. She worked in the media for nine years, most […]

This week, Ira spoke with Shirley Alston Reeves. Shirley Alston Reeves (original lead singer of the Shirelles) and The Chiffons will bring doo wop classics of the 50’s and 60’s to the Suncoast Showroom June 25-26. New Jersey native Reeves made her debut in 1958 with the Shirelles, the first female pop/rock ‘n’ roll group […]

This week, Ira spoke with Martha Reeves. Martha Reeves, who, along with the Vandellas, are performing in The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edwards June 17 at The Golden Nugget Las Vegas as part of its 52 Fridays Concert Series. It was 1962 that Motown’s Artist and Repertoire Director William “Mickey” Stevenson first heard the voice […]

This week, Ira spoke with Murray SawChuck. Murray Sawchuck, who headlines at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in “Murray: The Celebrity Magician,” also performs for the third year in a row on several episodes of CW’s popular “Masters of Illusion.” He made his mark as a household name when he exploded onto the entertainment scene […]

This week, Ira spoke with Felix Silla. Felix Silla, whose career in show business spans more than 50 years, is author of “The World of Felix Silla.” Silla was born in a small village outside Rome, Italy. He trained as a circus performer, came to the United States in 1955, and toured with the Ringling Bros. […]

This week, Ira spoke with Lindsay Roginski. Lindsay Roginski is an American actress, singer and dancer that critics have applauded for bringing a rare, old-time Broadway glamour to every role. Currently the principal singer in Steve Wynn’s ShowStoppers at the Wynn in Las Vegas, she continues to captivate audiences with her talent and performances. Recently, […]

This week, Ira spoke with Sommelier Kirk Peterson. Kirk Peterson grew up in a small town in Northern Nevada before eventually making his way to Las Vegas to attend film school. After working in the entertainment industry from Los Angeles to Australia, he returned to Las Vegas to make his favorite hobby and true passion […]

This week, Ira spoke with Terry Fator. Terry Fator, “The Voice of Entertainment,” headlines at The Mirage, Mondays – Thursdays, became a household name in 2007 when he won Season 2 of “America’s Got Talent.” He continues to entertain with a unique combination of singing, comedy and celebrity impressions. After 25 years of honing his […]