Vegas Never Sleeps

Who doesn't love a renaissance festival? But how did a place like America, land of cowboys, indians, and the Wild Wild West, come to embrace the Shakespearean and medieval? Host Steven Maggi chats with Al Olson author of "The History of the American Renaissance Festival."

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No casino epitomized classic, vintage Vegas quite like The Sands! After all, it was the headquarters of The Rat Pack. The era-defining showroom of The Sands hosted only the best of the best and lured visitors from around the world; as did the world-class gambling; the resort itself was a celebrity. Host Steven Maggi chats with David Schwartz about his great new book "At the Sands: The Casino That Shaped Classic Las Vegas, Brought the Rat Pack Together, and Went Out With a Bang."

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They don't call him "The Boss" for nothing! Bruce Springsteen has entered the pantheon of the all-time greats, but it took a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to go from regional-New Jersey favorite to rock icon. This week, famed rock-journalist and critic Ryan White joins us to discuss the rise of Bruce Springsteen and his exciting, detailed new book "Springsteen: Album By Album."

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How great was Rod Carew? He is one of only 22 players to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on the first ballot. Host Steven Maggi talked with the legend about his amazing career, the big names he played with, and more.

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Adam Davis is an acclaimed author, speaker, and leader in the field of resilience, wellness, faith-based trauma healing, and leadership development. Host Steven Maggi chats with the former patrol officer, criminal investigator, and hostage negotiator about his new book "Unconquered" and how to "Live a resilient, healthier, more fulfilling, passionate and purposeful life." In other words, how to "Live Unconquered."

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When headlining comic-impressionist Rich Natole told us he was writing a screenplay, we replied, "A screenplay? But you're a comedian!" Well, he and writing partner, fellow comedian John Pate, went on to not only finish the script and make the movie but they received several "Best Screenplay" awards in the process. (Along with "Best Original Song" awards, too, for an awesome composition by soon-to-be-superstar Jenny Tolman.) Rich joins us to discuss his starring role in the new hit movie "Faith Wins," his upcoming national TV appearance on The Huckabee Show, and what's next for the versatile headliner.

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Nicole S. Brown is the founder and owner of the literary company "Poetry at Best." Among the many books she has authored are "School Days, Holidays, and All Days That Lie Between," "God’s Calling You to Live a Life That’s True," and "Who Do You Love?." Host Steven Maggi chats with the prolific award-winning author, educator (and songbird) about her important work, growing up in the South, and more.

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You've seen him on the hit TV series "Pawn Stars," this week, we chat with art-appraiser Brett Maly of Art encounter: Fine Art Sales, Art Appraisals and Custom Framing who is co-hosting a seminar on "Collecting and Investing in Fine Art" on Saturday, June 10, 2023, 10am – 3pm at Art Encounter 5720 S. Arville St. Suite 117 in Las Vegas. Cost is only $200, and includes lunch and a copy of Brett Maly’s book: The Pocket Picker: for Fine Art, A field guide to procuring and profiting in fine art. Space is limited. Reserve your seat now. Call (702) 227-0220 or visit https://www.artencounter.com/

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Dr. Elizabeth Breau of Prep for Success LLC knows that one ladder-to-success is doing well on the SAT. But 40% of its reading passages contain historical content of which many students, particularly those foreign-born, lack the necessary background knowledge. Host Steven Maggi chats with the historian and educator about her celebrated book "History According to SAT: A Content Guide to SAT Reading and Writing."

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He played for the NFL's Packers, Colts, Oilers, Rams, winning Super Bowl rings with two of them, then he became a college football coach and even served as president of NFL Players Association. Host Steven Maggi chats with all-star center, coach, and motivational-speaker about his amazing career, being coached by greats like Vince Lombardi and Don Shula, and what he's learned from the best of the best.

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