86: Cactus Lights and Deals with the Devil
November 28, 2010
Anybody can put lights on a Christmas tree. That’s easy. Try putting 500,000 lights on Nevada’s (and one of the world’s) largest collection of cactus (cacti, cactuses). And while you’re doing that, help Scott figure out if Melissa has made a deal with the devil. In today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we tackle lighted cactus, devil deals, Irish pubs are more. Show notes:
- Weather (53 (but freezing some nights)) / LiLV Pool (45)
- LiLV Stuff
- Listener Line: 206.312.0105
- Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
- Uncovering Melissa’s deal with the devil
- Thanksgiving without stress
- Black Friday at Fashion Show
- Cosmopolitan and job creation
- Cup of Morning Sunshine and magic
- Ethel M Cactus Garden
That’s a lovely singing voice you have, Mrs. Whitney.
85: UNLV Basketball - Go, Fight, Win!
November 21, 2010
You’ll hear time and again that Las Vegas lacks culture. Really? Besides the strong art and music scenes here in the valley, many forget that Las Vegas is home to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. There are tons of UNLV supporters of all ages, many of whom are feverish fans of the Runnin’ Rebels basketball team.
For today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we join in the excitement and check out a great UNLV Basketball game at the Thomas and Mack Center. Show notes:
- Weather (52 (-20 from last week)) / LiLV Pool (50.5 and leafy)
- LiLV Stuff
- Listener Line: 206.312.0105
- Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
- Las Vegas Street Performers, revisited
- Mortgages and Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas
- Get your story on Cup of Morning Sunshine
- Listener Email: Christmas in Las Vegas
- UNLV Basketball — Go, Fight, Win!
(Check the very end of the video. We solve the tomahawk motion thingy everybody does!)
November 15, 2010
We just launched the latest show on the VEGAS VIDEO NETWORK, called Cup of Morning Sunshine. The show is a LIVE and video-on-demand production that features the good things in life! Through a series of short, entertaining, and educational video episodes, our goal is to help make both your personal and business life a little bit easier and a lot more fun by highlighting the ideas, people and organizations that make life great!
Here’s a link to the premiere episode. Take a break from your busy schedule and spend 12 minutes basking in some sunshine of your own!
84: I’ve Got Your Good News and Bad News
November 14, 2010
Over the last week, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in national news about Las Vegas. . .some bad (not a surprise), some good (thankfully). For today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about a few of these stories and the impact they have on those of us living here in Las Vegas. Show notes:
- Weather (70ish) / LiLV Pool (53 + crickets and other critters)
- LiLV Stuff
- Listener Line: 206.312.0105
- Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
- Friends adds Duane and Regina from Oklahoma
- Listener Email: Live Jazz revisited (and a list of jazz venues)
- Bad News
- Nevada Population (which is effected mostly by Clark County)
- Harmon Hotel at CityCenter
- Good News
- Signs of recovery?
- Great Price for Cirque du Soleil tickets (local’s only)
Take two, Baby. This time, with feeling (and some sound).
83: Fremont Street: Street Performers, Zip Lines, Comedy and Concealed Weapons
November 7, 2010
It’s the triumphant return of Melissa! Sound the horns! In celebration, we head down to Fremont Street (Melissa’s favorite. . .wait. . .who am I kidding. . .she hates it down there) for some good ribs, terrible street performers, flying drunks, crappy bands, great comedy and a lesson on concealing a weapon in Nevada. Show notes:
- Weather (73) / LiLV Pool (58)
- LiLV Stuff
- Listener Line: 206.312.0105
- Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
- Elections and the mildly retarded
- Listener Email: Being a live audience member of a VEGAS VIDEO NETWORK show
- Fremont Street
- Street Performers
- A great bar in the Fremont Casino
- Scott’s preferred superpower
- Zip lines
- LA Comedy Club (and the debate between Leno and Letterman)
- Downtown bar, The Griffin
- What it takes to get a conceal weapon license in Nevada
Finally, a good reason for those additional pounds.
November 2, 2010
Melissa just sent this to me.
Today, the groovy folks at Cirque opened up a special offer for Nevada residents on 85.71% of their Las Vegas-based shows. (That’s 6 out of 7. Can you guess which one isn’t included?) The offer extends all the way until February 28, 2011!
Here’s the shows and promo codes:
- "Mystère" at Treasure Island Hotel
$37.95-$54.45 (reg. $75.90-$108.90)
Code: Local
Runs Saturday-Wednesday
Two ticket minimum - "Criss Angel Believe" at the Luxor Las Vegas
$54.45 (reg. up to $109)
Code: Luxor
Runs Tuesday-Saturday
Must be booked in pairs - "KÀ" at the MGM Grand
$54.45 (regularly $99)
Code: MGM
Runs Tuesday-Saturday - "Zumanity" at the New York New York Hotel & Casino
$54.45 (reg. $105)
Code: Zumanity
Runs Friday-Tuesday - "The Beatles Love" at The Mirage
$68.75 (reg. $130)
Code: Mirage
Runs Thursday-Monday - "Viva Elvis" at ARIA Resort & Casino
$68.75 (reg. $125)
Code: Aria
Runs Tuesday-Saturday
ALL

