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MtM Vegas - Fun, Interesting & Absurd Sides of Vegas!

MtM Vegas - Fun, Interesting & Absurd Sides of Vegas!

By: Miles to Memories | Shawn Coomer and Mark Ostermann
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The show about Las Vegas from the people who love Las Vegas! Shawn and Mark cover the fun, interesting and absurd sides of Las Vegas while keeping you up to date on all of the latest news and happenings. Shawn is a 30 year local and Mark brings the tourist perspective, having visited Las Vegas 2-3 times per year for his entire adult life. Our MtM Vegas news show is released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays and you can also watch it along with all of the visuals on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/milestomemories Enjoy!Copyright ESR Media, LLC Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Vegas Hangover Movie in Real Life at Aria & Caesars Octavius Suite Review - Traveling Back in Time?
    Dec 19 2025
    • Our very first merch line is here! Get it now at http://mtmvegas.shop
    • Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas
    • Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com

    Episode Description

    This week Aria is involved in a lawsuit accusing them of overserving a customer. This customer "lived the Hangover" and ended up with $75K in debt and a felony charge, but is the casino the blame? In other #news the Raiders are really bad. We also discuss: the crazy history of Riata Casino, Station Casinos late night specials, 24/7 dining or the lack of it, an incredible piece of Tropicana history and why Caesars Octavius Tower suites aren't our top recommendation.

    Episode Guide

    • 0:00 Raiders woes - Did we sign up for this?
    • 0:45 An incredible piece of Tropicana history
    • 3:00 The insane history of Riata Casino & the Vegas mob
    • 5:04 What happened to Riata - Where is it today?
    • 5:30 The future of themed restaurants? Monopoly Steakhouse!
    • 7:40 Reviewing Station Casinos $4-$5 late night breakfast
    • 9:30 24/7 Vegas dining or the lack thereof
    • 12:07 The Hangover in real life?
    • 13:06 How Nevada law favors casinos
    • 15:36 Caesars Octavius Tower suite review
    • 17:54 Caesars takeaways and more food recommendations

    Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

    Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.

    You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

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    20 mins
  • Durango's BOUGIE High Limit Stuns with Butlers & Custom Cocktails - Best In Vegas?
    Dec 16 2025

    • Our very first merch line is here! Get it now at http://mtmvegas.shop
    • Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas
    • Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com

    Episode Description

    This week Durango finally debuted their long anticipated high limit room. With over 8,000 square feet, 120+ slot machines and private butlers this room promises a lot but does it deliver. We take a look at the decor, the unique outdoor spaces and everything else that makes this room among the very best in Las Vegas. They nailed it.

    In other news the Hard Rock Guitar Tower continues to grow and we take a drone's eye look at the 330 foot tall building. Plus the Mirage gold is slowly going away as well. We also discuss: Wynn's insane Emirates resort, Pawn Stars the return, Fremont Gramps, casino smell myths, Rio's breakfast shakeup and what Excalibur's tiki bar looks like as it closes in on opening.

    Episode Guide

    • 0:00 Fremont Gramps living life
    • 0:33 Pawn Stars is returning with drama
    • 1:45 Who still watches Pawn Stars?
    • 2:43 Guitar Tower views obstructed?
    • 3:21 Guitar Tower drone construction shots - Goodbye gold
    • 4:21 Wynn Al Marjan topped off & insane art collection
    • 6:07 The finest resort in the world?
    • 6:50 Inside Excalibur's new tiki bar
    • 8:01 Eggslut unveiled at Rio
    • 8:46 Hash Hash out at Rio
    • 9:55 Why Hash House cut back and fell short
    • 11:21 Debunking Vegas myths - Magical smells?
    • 13:28 Durango's stunning high limits slot room opens
    • 14:26 Outdoor high limit patio and butler service?
    • 15:39 Encore vibes & high end cocktail program
    • 16:54 Durango turns 2 - more to come
    • 17:36 MGM settlement payouts coming
    • 19:38 Bringing MGM to its knees

    Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

    Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.

    You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

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    22 mins
  • HUGE Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Shakeup & Worries Of An Uncertain Future?!
    Dec 12 2025

    • Our very first merch line is here! Get it now at http://mtmvegas.shop
    • Want more MTM Vegas? Check out our Patreon for access to our exclusive weekly aftershow! patreon.com/mtmvegas

    Want to work with us? Reach out! inquiries at mtmvegas dot com

    Episode Description

    This week some news came out of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas that was surprising. After being well into their rebirth plan for the brand, the property's CEO has abruptly left. He was working to unify the property with new initiatives to bring back success, but what will be the fallout of his departure and can Virgin ever regain the luster that the old Hard Rock once had?

    In other news Las Vegas is hiring for a new Chief Sports Officer and you could make big money! We also discuss: best Strip drinking deals, Venetian's big bonus, Strat's endless promo, Aria's renovated rooms and why Allegiant Stadium may have solidified Las Vegas as the Entertainment Capital of the World.

    Episode Guide

    • 0:00 Edible Yetis and holiday display at Aria
    • 0:47 Venetian's big bonus for employees
    • 2:54 Michelin Guide coming to Las Vegas - Stars galore?
    • 5:54 New renders of Bally's Chicago
    • 7:41 Updated Strip drinking deals map & debating views
    • 9:34 Preview of Aria's upcoming renovated rooms?
    • 11:19 Strat's all-in package continues - Looking forward to
    • 2026?
    • 12:36 Allegiant Stadium is the top grossing stadium in the USA
    • 14:32 Vegas hits all time high median home price
    • 15:56 LVCVA's new job - Chief Sports Officer
    • 17:15 Huge shakeup at Virgin Hotels - CEO out!
    • 18:30 Virgin's big mistakes at launch
    • 20:45 Embracing the Virgin brand and ditching tourists?

    Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

    Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.

    You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

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    23 mins
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