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Sports and Stars

Sports and Stars

By: Alexis Levi
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The worlds of sports and showbiz collide! Featuring in-depth chats with top athletes, entertainers, and industry insiders - all with a Las Vegas twist.© 2025 Alexis Levi Art
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  • Las Vegas Opens $16.4M Training Facility, Expands Career Pathways in Advanced Industries and Community Revitalization
    Aug 31 2025

    This episode discusses the ribbon-cutting of a new 15,000 sq. ft. facility in Las Vegas, funded by a $16.4 million grant. The project, led by Edward Thompson, aims to provide job training in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and construction trades. Notable attendees included Mayor Shelley Berkley, Councilwoman Chandra Summers, Chancellor Matt McNair, and US Senator Catherine Cortez Masto. The facility is part of a broader revitalization plan to bridge inner-city communities to higher education and career opportunities, aiming to break the cycle of poverty. The program also highlights the growing sports and entertainment industry in Las Vegas, emphasizing the need for educational programs to support career opportunities in these sectors.

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    21 mins
  • Monty Buckley Reflects on His Basketball Journey, NIL Era, and Building Wealth Beyond the Court
    Jun 29 2025

    Alexis Levi interviews Monty Buckley about his journey from Sacramento to becoming an NBA player. Monty attended Christian Brothers High School and the University of California, Berkeley, where he played basketball. Despite not being drafted, he played in the CBA and later coached with Jason Kidd in Milwaukee. Monty discusses the evolving landscape of basketball, including the impact of the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) policy and the increased competition among athletes. He also shares his current work with young athletes and his role in a private equity firm, emphasizing the importance of hard work, sacrifice, and building generational wealth.

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    25 mins
  • Greg Gettinger Expands eSports Tennis and Prepares for World Championship in Las Vegas
    Mar 30 2025

    Alexis Levi discusses eSports tennis with Greg Gettinger from Austria. Greg explains the origins of eSports tennis, which began as a research project at the Technical University in Vienna to improve tennis techniques using virtual reality. The game requires a Meta Quest headset and a good Wi-Fi connection. Greg highlights the inclusivity of the game, with over 200,000 players worldwide. The World eSports Tennis Championship will be held in Las Vegas on September 10, featuring 16 players from global qualifiers and national leagues. The event will include virtual tournaments, physical finals, and streaming for global audiences.

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    22 mins
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