Incredible 1987 Vegas, Famous Vegas Jungle Palace, Cosmo's Changeover & More!

Incredible 1987 Vegas, Famous Vegas Jungle Palace, Cosmo's Changeover & More!

Author: Miles to Memories | Shawn Coomer and Mark Ostermann March 11, 2023 Duration: 32:43

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Episode Description:

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On this week's show we discuss screens on the Strip! Specifically the giant 180 foot screen announced for Horseshoe plus Fontainebleau's giant marquee is testing as well. We also dive into why Cosmo may be switching to MGM Rewards very very soon, Siegfried & Roy's Jungle Palace is for sale, what is Station Casinos doing with Viva, the new Fertitta Strip casino may be on hold and we take a look at an incredible vlog from 1987.

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There’s a particular energy to Las Vegas that goes far beyond the postcards, and MTM Vegas-Fun, Interesting & Absurd Sides of Vegas! captures it all through a uniquely balanced conversation. Hosts Shawn Coomer and Mark Ostermann don’t just report on the city; they live it from two essential angles. Shawn offers the grounded view of a thirty-year local, while Mark provides the keen, regular tourist perspective, having visited multiple times a year for decades. Together, they dig into everything from breaking news and major developments to the wonderfully strange and humorous stories that define the real Vegas experience. This isn't a dry travel guide. Instead, each episode feels like pulling up a chair with two friends who are deeply passionate about the city's constant evolution, its hidden corners, and its outright absurdities. They discuss cultural shifts, interview interesting people connected to the scene, and analyze what new projects or closures mean for the vibe of the Strip and beyond. The podcast releases fresh episodes twice a week, every Tuesday and Friday, making it a reliable source for staying current. Whether you're planning a trip, you're a longtime resident, or you simply find the sociology of such a singular place fascinating, their dynamic offers a rich, entertaining, and insightful look at what makes Las Vegas endlessly compelling.
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