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Vegas Never Sleeps

Experience the excitement and energy of Las Vegas each weekend on VEGAS NEVER SLEEPS with Steven Maggi. Listeners across the country and around the world will enjoy this weekly romp to Las Vegas, the capital of fun, food and entertainment. For the latest Vegas news and a look behind the scenes of world-class hotels, dining, gaming, special events and conventions, turn to VEGAS NEVER SLEEPS with Steven Maggi! Hear about those things that only happen in Vegas, as well as how this oasis in the desert has transformed into a visitor’s paradise welcoming over 42 million tourists each year.
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Episodes

"Born-Child" - The Complete Carol Anderheggen Interview

Carol Anderheggen's "Born-Child" is a bold and seamless collection of poems exploring the author's early childhood in an orphanage and subsequent adoption. Host Steven Maggi chats with the author about this very poignant and powerful new book. https://www.finishinglinepress.com/product/born-child-by-carol-anderheggen/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/

May 10, 202328 min

"Faith Wins" - The Complete John Pate Interview

"Best Christian Screenplay," "Best Original Song," "Best Writer," these are just some of the accolades being showered upon the new hit movie "Faith Wins" written by, produced, and starring two great standup comedians: Rich Natole and John Pate. But how did two great standup comedians end up doing a Christian movie? We chat with John Pate about his sparkling career, the film's inspiration, how it got made, its fantastic reception, and a whole lot more. https://vegasneversleeps.com/ http://faithwi...

May 03, 202328 min

"Have Gun Will Travel" - The Kathleen Spencer Interview Pt II

This week, it's part two of our chat with Kathleen Spencer author of "Art and Politics in Have Gun - Will Travel : The 1950s Television Western as Ethical Drama." www.amazon.com/Art-Politics-Have…ion/dp/0786478845 vegasneversleeps.com/

Apr 24, 202336 min

"Have Gun Will Travel" - The Kathleen Spencer Interview Pt. I

The westerns on television in the 1950s were all mindless, shoot-em-up fun! WRONG! "Have Gun Will Travel" starring the late Richard Boone was a game-changer: Deep, substantive plots with richly developed characters and themes. This week, it's part one of our discussion with Kathleen Spencer author of "Art and Politics in Have Gun - Will Travel : The 1950s Television Western as Ethical Drama." https://www.amazon.com/Art-Politics-Have-Gun-Television/dp/0786478845 https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Apr 19, 202332 min

"On The Wings Of Love" - The Complete Jeffrey Osborne Interview

He takes the stage at 8pm Saturday April 15th at The Orleans Showroom in Las Vegas. This week, host Steven Maggi chats with Grammy-nominated Pop/Soul/R & B superstar Jeffrey Osborne! https://www.jeffreyosborne.com/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Apr 12, 202323 min

"American Ultimate Disc League" - The Complete Steve Hall Interview

It's a cross between soccer, hockey, and football - with a Frisbee!! It's also the fastest growing sport and fastest growing league on the continent: American Ultimate Disc League. Host Steven Maggi sat down with AUDL Commissioner Steve Hall about the sport's rapid growth and very exciting future. theaudl.com/ https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Apr 05, 202317 min

"The Best Desserts in Vegas" - The Complete Donald Contursi Interview

MMMMMMMMMMMM ..... Uh, oh, I'm drooling on the keyboard! Beginning in April, Finger Licking Foodie Tours adds "The Best Desserts in Vegas" to its lineup of tours. Join host Steven Maggi and Foodie Tours' Donald Contursi as they take you on a journey of sheer decadence and delight! https://vegasneversleeps.com/ https://fingerlickingfoodietours.com/

Mar 29, 202321 min

"The Neil Diamond Tribute" - The Complete Rob Garrett Interview

America's #1 Neil Diamond tribute-artist Rob Garrett begins his musical-residency at Alexis Park Resort on March 27th in "The Pegasus Showroom." Host Steven Maggi sat down with Rob to talk about his sparkling career, Vegas, and the enduring popularity of Neil Diamond. https://vegasneversleeps.com/ https://neildiamondtribute.net/

Mar 22, 202333 min

"Whacked: 50 Killer Recipes For Going To The Mattresses" - The Complete Roger Gallizzi Interview

It's been said an army marches on its stomach. The same can be said for "soldiers" in the underworld. When the mob "goes to the mattresses," they still gotta eat. Author Roger Gallizzi joins us to talk about his new book "Whacked: 50 Killer Recipes For Going To The Mattresses." https://www.amazon.com/WHACKED-Killer-Recipes-Going-Mattresses-ebook/dp/B0BQJTK468 https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Mar 15, 202335 min

"The Man Who Knows" - The Complete Alain Nu Interview

He's been wowing audiences around the world and wows them nightly at Notoriety downtown Las Vegas! Host Steven Maggi talks with one of the most amazing mentalists on earth: Alain Nu! https://vegasneversleeps.com/ https://themanwhoknows.tv/

Mar 08, 202323 min

The Complete Athena Marcus Calhoun Interview

Athena Marcus Calhoun was voted "Most Beautiful Showgirl in the World" in 1987. No surprise as she comes from good stock; beautiful stock: Her father was matinee-idol Rory Calhoun and her mother, Vitina Marcus, a glamorous, gorgeous actress. Host Steven Maggi chats with the highly-intelligent, multi-lingual, still-striking beauty about her career, that of her famous mother and father, growing up in Vegas, and more. https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Mar 01, 202327 min

"Frank - The Man, The Music" - The Complete Bob Anderson Interview

Close your eyes and you'll think you're listening to Tony Bennett, Johnny Mathis, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., open your eyes and you'll think you're seeing Frank Sinatra! His show "Frank - The Man, The Music," backed by Sinatra's own orchestra, wowed them on the Strip and Broadway! Meet the greatest singing-impressionist in the world: Bob Anderson! https://vegasneversleeps.com/ https://bobanderson.com/

Feb 15, 202337 min

"Trust is a Double Edged Sword - Trust Me" - The Complete Jeffrey Meshel Interview

Jeffrey Meshel is the Founder/Chairman of the Strategic Forum and author of "The Opportunity Magnet" and "Trust Is A Double Edged Sword - Trust Me." The Strategic Forum is an organization of business leaders from diverse backgrounds dedicated to the exchange of ideas, development of long-term personal and business relationships and business opportunities among members and their respective networks. https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Feb 08, 202324 min

"Elvis In Vegas" - The Complete Richard Zoglin Interview

"Elvis" and "Vegas" are synonymous! Host Steven Maggi chats with Richard Zoglin author of "Elvis in Vegas" about how The King reinvented the Las Vegas show. This is a comeback story for the ages; for Elvis and Las Vegas. https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Feb 01, 202322 min

"The Buffalo Mob" - The Complete Wayne Clingman Interview

TRUE CRIME: Vegas ain't the only city with a long history of mob activity. Host Steven Maggi talks with celebrated author Wayne Clingman, aka "Mr. Big," about his new book "The Buffalo Mob: The Return of Organized Crime to the Queen City." https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Jan 25, 202316 min

"The Complete Raiders/Chiefs Rivalry Show"

Think Red Sox/Yankees is the fiercest rivalry in sports? Think again! That dubious title goes to the NFL's Raiders/Chiefs. Host Steven Maggi sits down Raiders' Hall-of-Fame wide-receiver Fred Biletnikoff and Chiefs' Hall-of Fame linebacker Willie Lanier, along with former NFL scout Upton Bell, to talk about the famous and infamous rivalry between the Raiders and Chiefs. vegasneversleeps.com/

Jan 11, 20231 hr 9 min

From January 7, 2023 - Raiders/Chiefs: The NFL's Fiercest Rivalry

Sadly, the Las Vegas Raiders won't be in the playoffs this year, but that doesn't mean we can't talk football. Host Steven Maggi sits down Raiders' Hall-of-Fame wide-receiver Fred Biletnikoff and Chiefs' Hall-of Fame linebacker Willie Lanier, along with former NFL scout Upton Bell, to talk about the famous and infamous rivalry between the Raiders and Chiefs. https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Jan 04, 20231 hr 9 min

From December 31, 2022 - The New Year's Show

We're kicking off 2023 in style! With great music from our many musical guests: The Jets, Gary Anthony, Soul Juice Band, The Mystics, and many many more .... HAPPY NEW YEAR! https://vegasneversleeps.com/

Dec 28, 202243 min

From December 24, 2022 - "Christmas In Las Vegas"

Vegas Never Sleeps presents "Christmas in Las Vegas!" Featuring great Christmas music from our many musical guests. You'll hear new twists on old favorites from Michelle Johnson, Clint Holmes, Giada Valenti, Rita Lim, Lisa Gay, Lon Bronson, and more. Plus an original Christmas song from acclaimed LV singer/songwriter Lannie Counts. Tons of holiday cheer; tons of holiday fun! You're gonna love "Christmas in Las Vegas!" vegasneversleeps.com/

Dec 20, 202243 min

From December 17, 2022 - Scott Roeben

"The ultimate source for Las Vegas news, opinions and a slightly twisted take on the world's most exciting destination." It's a full hour with "Your Vegas Insider" Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas! He sits down with host Steven Maggi to look back at 2022 and look ahead to 2023. https://www.casino.org/vitalvegas/

Dec 14, 202243 min

From December 17, 2022 - "The Complete Scott Roeben Interview"

He's got his fingers on the pulse: "Your Vegas Insider" Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas! "The ultimate source for Las Vegas news, opinions and a slightly twisted take on the world's most exciting destination." He sits down with host Steven Maggi for an entertaining, enlightening chat about where Vegas has been, where it's going, and what to expect in 2023. https://www.casino.org/vitalvegas/

Dec 14, 202242 min

From December 10, 2022 - Wayne Clingman_Roger Gallizzi_Scott Roeben

Famed mafia writer Wayne Clingman and lifelong Las Vegas historian and resident Roger Gallizzi join host Steven Maggi to discuss their exciting new book: "Like An Onion: The Vegas Skim / Peel a Layer Away, Discover Even More Intrigue." Plus "Your Vegas Insider" Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas is talkin' Vegas bargains! It's Vegas Never Sleeps with Steven Maggi heard nationally on radio stations around the country, Sundays 5pm PT on AM 670 KMZQ in Las Vegas, or anytime wherever you listen to podcasts...

Dec 07, 202243 min

From December 10, 2022 - "The Complete Wayne Clingman & Roger Gallizzi Interview"

Famed mafia writer Wayne Clingman and noted Las Vegas historian and lifelong Vegas resident Roger Gallizzi join host Steven Maggi to discuss their exciting new book: "Like An Onion: The Vegas Skim / Peel a Layer Away, Discover Even More Intrigue" https://www.amazon.com/Like-Onion-LAYER-DISCOVER-INTRIGUE/dp/B0BD2L4CYG

Dec 07, 202234 min

From December 4, 2022 - Al Contrera_Mr Big_Wizard Of Odds_Scott Roeben

"For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: It might have been!" This week, we talk with Al Contrera of "The Mystics" about their smash hit "Hushabye," his great new book "Hushabye: The Mystics, The Music, And The Mob," and a practical-joke that went so horribly wrong it ended a man's life and threw their nascent careers into turmoil. Plus, The Flamingo Hotel & Casino at 75. Plus "Mr. Big" of "The Vintage Vegas Crime Blotter" looks at The Flamingo AFTER Bugsy Siegel. We'll...

Nov 30, 202243 min

From November 26, 2022 - Tom Dreesen_Professor Slots_Scott Roeben

As Steven and the gang enjoy a quiet Thanksgiving with family and friends, we bring you an encore presentation of some of our favorite interviews: Frank Sinatra's opening act legendary comedian Tom Dreesen, plus how to win with Professor Slots, "Your Vegas Insider" Scott Roeben and more. It's Vegas Never Sleeps with Steven Maggi heard nationally on radio stations around the country, on Sundays at 5pm PT on AM 670 KMZQ in Las Vegas, or anytime wherever you listen to podcasts. https://vegasneversl...

Nov 22, 202243 min

From November 19, 2022 - David Frei_Vintage Vegas Crime Blotter_Burt Ward_Eddie O

Thanksgiving is more than just turkey and football! It's also about dogs! Up first, American Kennel Club judge and longtime co-host of a venerable Thanksgiving tradition "The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show" David Frei joins us. Then, he was "The Caped Crusader" and now he's "The Canine Crusader!" Burt Ward, "Robin" from the original Batman TV series, will be here to discuss his awesome line of pet products (our shih-tzus love it:) Gentle Giants Dog Food, Cat Food, and Products! Plus "Vintage V...

Nov 16, 202243 min

From November 6, 2022 - Michael Boychuk_Wizard Of Odds_Nature Conservancy_Brett Maly_Chefs

This week, meet "The Colorist to the Stars," celebrated hair-stylist Michael Boychuck of Color Salon by Michael Boychuck inside Caesar's Palace. Plus, we'll take short drive to @Zion National Park with our friends from the @Nature Conservancy. All that and our features: Chef Justin Wells, "The Vegas Art Minute" with Brett Maly of Art encounter: Fine Art Sales, Art Appraisals and Custom..., "Your Vegas Sommelier" Matt Leos, BBQ talk with Jessie Raes BBQ, "The Wizard of Odds" Michael Shackleford, ...

Nov 02, 202243 min
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