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Pub Crawl #078: Swimwear Required But Tops Are Optional

sams — Thu, 17 May 2012 04:18:35 +0000

David and guest co-host Portland Dave drink up and discuss summertime fun by the pool (top optional) which includes hot babes, cold drinks, and giant nachos. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Purple Passion
Radiant Sundays at The Artisan
Tequila Bar and Grill

Cocktail of the Week:

Purple Passion
2 oz of absolut vodka
1 oz of chambord raspberry liqueur

pour ingredients into rocks glass filled with ice. stir well and garnish with lemon twist!

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #151: Putting Your Life In The Hands Of A Carny

sams — Wed, 16 May 2012 02:40:45 +0000

Wayne sits in for Melissa on tonight’s episode of Living in Las Vegas as Scott reveals a new show as well as a revamped show coming soon to VVN. Then the guys measure their courage by revealing which carnival rides they are man enough to be strapped in to at the San Gennaro Feast. (Be sure to check out the new “After the Show” segment!)

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New Show Announcement
San Gennaro Feast
After The Show

Top of the Food Chain #048: The Return of Vic Vegas

vvn — Fri, 11 May 2012 03:00:25 +0000

Our good friend (and unbelievably nice guy) Vic Vegas returns to Top of the Food Chain with a peek at what he’s been up to after having appeared on Food Network Star and Chopped All Stars.

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Foie Gras: Should it be illegal
Guest: Vic Vegas

Pub Crawl #077: Terrific Tequila Tasting

sams — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:14:40 +0000

Dave and Alicia discover what may be the best way to spend three hours EVER in Las Vegas (hint: tequila), wonder why these so-called cool/hip places that have recently popped up on the Strip are neither, and decide to brew their own beer in this edition of Pub Crawl. (Be sure to check out the new “After the Show” segment!) Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Dark & Snappy
Lee’s Discount Liquors 6th Annual Beer and Tequila Tasting
Senor Frogs
Southern Nevada Ale Fermenters Union
After the Show: Hangovers, PTs

Cocktail of the Week:

Dark & Snappy
1 part SNAP
1 part Rum
4 parts ginger beer
lime wedge

Pour SNAP and Sailor Jerry over ice into a highball glass. Add ginger beer and stir. Garnish
with a lime wedge and enjoy!

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #150: Who’s Gonna Drive You Home?

vvn — Wed, 09 May 2012 02:01:31 +0000

Jacob sits in this week as Scott and Melissa are out of town. We review the Vegas Video Network’s Cinco De Mayo celebration and how this holiday is not what we thought it was. Then we examine why a certain technology company may be driving you home and anywhere else you want to go in the near future. We wrap up by discussing how one company is injecting major cash and new life into an iconic Strip property.

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Scott and Melissa?
Cinco de VVN
Who’s gonna drive you home?
New life for a iconic Strip hotel

Top of the Food Chain #047: Food of the Rising Sun

vvn — Fri, 04 May 2012 04:47:14 +0000

You think Japanese food in Las Vegas is only sushi? Think again, as the city is going through what can be described as a Japanese food explosion. Al is joined by Martin Koleff, the stylist/consultant behind some of the towns hottest “alternative” Japanese restaurants.

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Guest: Martin Koleff (Restaurant Stylist )
Types of Japanese Cuisine / Restaurants

Pub Crawl #076: Cooking Class, College Coeds and Punk Rockers

vvn — Thu, 03 May 2012 19:34:33 +0000

It’s fast and furious this week as Dave and Alicia cover a full spectrum of experiences in just one day. Their Pub Crawl Adventure kicks off with a fancy cooking fiesta, followed by a quick road trip out of town for a “Weird” show. Then they stop by a college spot where the girls are hot, the beer is cold and the food is cheap and wrap things up in a place that combines punk rock with pizza.. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Prickly Pear Margarita
El Segundo Sol
Buffalo Bills Hotel and Casino
Stake Out
Motor City Cafe

Cocktail of the Week:

Prickly Pear Margarita
1.5 oz Tequila
.5 oz triple sec
4 oz Prickly Pear juice

Add ingredients shake and serve in a collins glass over ice!

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #149: The Secret Door at The Mirage

vvn — Wed, 02 May 2012 02:56:14 +0000

Our adopted Russian son, Stuart, stops by to drop off a few gifts and reveals the story of the secret door at The Mirage. Those who find it are exposed to private villas, your very own swimming pool and a butler at your beck and call.

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From Russia with love
Secret door and private villas at The Mirage Resort and Casino

Las Vegas Fine Dining – Top of the Food Chain #046: Where’s The Beef . . . From?

vvn — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 02:24:19 +0000

Al is joined by Stephen Hopcraft (Executive Chef STK, Food Network’s Chef vs City) on this week’s Top of the Food Chain. Together they discuss the variety of steak highlighting differences from American Select to Japanese Wagyu. They also note flavor contrasts between grass fed and corn fed beef and wrap up by giving us executive chef secrets to cooking a great steak at home.

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Guest: Stephen Hopcraft (Executive Chef, STK )
Different types of steak
Flavor profiles of grass and corn fed beef
Executive Chef secrets to great steak at home

Pub Crawl #075: Carlos’n Charlies – Girls Gone Mild

vvn — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:24:30 +0000

This week is filled with everything from flare bartenders to drinks the size of toilet bowls as Dave and Alicia crawl to some Latin inspired cantinas. They find dirty, dorky fun and drinks that are priced right in one location and forced fun with water guns, corporate colors and outrageous prices in the other. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Harvey Wallbanger
Rock & Rita’s
Bunkhouse Saloon
Carlos’n Charlie’s

Cocktail of the Week:

Harvey Wallbanger
1 oz Vodka
1/2 oz Galliano
4 oz Orange juice

Pour vodka and orange juice into a collins glass over ice cubes and stir. Float Galliano on top and serve.

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #148: Wigs, Waffles and Whirlpools

vvn — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 03:45:15 +0000

Scott and Melissa take us on a journey through two houses, one filled with high hair whores (from Texas), the other stacked high with chicken & waffles and drinks that are just the right size. Then Melissa wraps up by telling us about her spa experience at Palms Place–while the masseuse was wonderful, the overall experience left her rubbed the wrong way.

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Best Little Whorehouse In Texas
Hash House A Go Go
Drift Spa at Palms Place

Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #046: How To Stop Three Putting By The Weekend

vvn — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 01:52:57 +0000

Dennis and Tom Utsler (PGA Professional, Eagle Crest Golf Course) discuss a land dispute in San Paulo affecting the 2016 Olympics, give insight to what has gone wrong in Michelle Wie’s game, and you’ll want to kiss us on the lips and buy us flowers after we share this one simple putting tip.

Co-host:Tom Utsler PGA Professional, Eagle Crest Golf Course
Tournament Scorecard:Lee Westwood defends his title, Ben Curtis wins his 4th PGA tour title
Birdies or Bogeys: Michelle Wie falls apart, lengthening this years British Open
Handicap Helper: Are range finders worth the money, is a flatter swing a good thing, an important putting tip

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Top of the Food Chain #045: From Robuchon to a Hair Salon?

VVN — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 03:45:25 +0000

Come listen to a story ’bout a man named Su, workin’ for Robuchon simply wouldn’t do, searched craigslist from dusk to dawn, finally opened Great Bao in a hair salon.

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Guest: Sheridan Sun (Chef/Owner, Great Bao) )
Working for Robuchon
Opening Comme Ca
Going on his own: Great Bao

Pub Crawl #074: Fluffy Boxes and Pencil Trolls

vvn — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:00:25 +0000

This week’s Pub Crawl Adventure takes David and Alicia on a thrill ride filled with strippers, fluffy boxes, and a close encounter with a pencil troll. Discover how they rate a rockstar’s new adult venue as well as some of Las Vegas’ classic gentlemen’s clubs. Plus, the Ivy’s reveal how to get the most bang for your buck with foursquare check-in specials and locals only deals. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Flambeau
Larrys Villa
Club Platinum
Cheetah’s
Deja Vu presents: Vince Neil’s ”Girls, Girls, Girls!”

Cocktail of the Week:

Flambeau
2 oz of captain morgan’s spiced rum
1 oz of grand marnier (or other orange liqueur)
1 oz of chambord raspberry liqueur

pour over ice, shake and strain then place in martini glass and garnish with a twist of lemon and lime. a touch of grand marnier is placed at the end to allow the drink to be
lighted and then immediately served.

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #147: Does Scott Owe the Review-Journal Readers an Apology?

VVN — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:03:48 +0000

Scott and Melissa believe the best cure for a hangover is a McDonald’s cheeseburger, fries and a Coke. However, there’s a new business in Las Vegas that thinks otherwise. Then after a surprising dining experience at RM Seafood, the Whitney’s head to the Luxor and confirm that topless shows are fantastic. (Oh, and Lorena Peril should be the next big star on the Strip.) Show notes:

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Hangover Heaven
RM Seafood swings and misses
Fantasy at the Luxor featuring Lorena Peril

Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #045: Finding Your Perfect Golf Swing

vvn — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:14:24 +0000

Dennis and guest Andrew Cummings (Assistant PGA Professional, TPC Summerlin) reel off a ton of priceless golf tips sure to improve your game. We find out who bounced back this week with a big win. Plus, a stuntman’s son files to play in a major and a star athlete benches himself.

Co-host:Andrew Cummings, Assistant PGA Professional TPC Summerlin
Tournament Scorecard: Louis Oosthuizen rebounds, Carl Pettersson wins the RBC Heritage Classic
Birdies or Bogeys: Kelly Knievel files to qualify, Jerry Rice takes a seat on the bench, Greg Norman is still a draw
Handicap Helper: Inconsistent distance with irons, hitting fairway woods out of the bunker,

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Top of the Food Chain #044: Dessert Never Looked So Amazing!

vvn — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:26:18 +0000

Al is joined by Amy Byro (Executive Pastry Chef Harrah’s, Flamingo) and together they discuss the inner workings of being a pastry chef for Harrah’s Las Vegas, from creating four-tier wedding cakes in one day and sugar that looks like lace, to making a cake covered in 14k gold!

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Guest: Amy Byro (Executive Pastry Chef Harrah’s, Flamingo) )
The secrets to being a pastry chef
Pastry projects you can start at home

Pub Crawl #073: Feeling Foxy in Rockabilly Heaven

vvn — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 05:03:32 +0000

Our crawlers enjoy a jam packed weekend adventure that rates A+! Tons of tattooed girls in vintage swimsuits, numerous kick ass bands, cheap drinks and a car show create a must see event. Plus, Dave and Alicia drop into a local spot overflowing with Eastern European decor, Thai flavor and a “woooo” bartender. (Oh, and we introduce a new segment!) Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Fog Cutter
Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend 15
Red Label Bar
What’s What

Cocktail of the Week:

Fog Cutter
1½ ounce light rum
½ gin
½ brandy
1 ounce orange juice
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1½ teaspoon orgeat syrup
1 teaspoon sweet sherry

Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into an iced-filled tall Tiki mug or Collins glass. Top with a teaspoon of sweet sherry and feel foxy!

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #146: The Truth About Making a Living as a Musician in Las Vegas

vvn — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 03:28:31 +0000

With Melissa out on location (ie; her job), Pimpin’ Wayne and Scott begin this episode of Living in Las Vegas with a chat about the Vegas version of our National Pastime (which features $1 beer). Next, we bring in Pub Crawl’s David Ivy for an insider’s glimpse at the music scene in Las Vegas — what do casinos want (and how much do they pay) and what can (and should) musicians be doing to get these lucrative gigs.

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Las Vegas 51′s Baseball
Scott sits in on drums at Jack’s Irish Pub
Making a living as a musician in Las Vegas – two perspectives
Thanks to David Ivy (Pub Crawl, Heavy Honey) and Pimpin’ Wayne for the insight
This show should be sponsored by Bud Light Platinum, again!

Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #044: Bubba’s Big Win

vvn — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 03:00:40 +0000

Dennis welcomes Bob May (PGA Professional, Bob May Golf Academy) as his co-host this week. Together they recount Bubba’s big win at The Masters, debate Jason Dufner’s last minute deal, and wrap up by giving us a wide range of tips from hitting gap wedges to how much flex you should have in your swing.

Co-host:Bob May, PGA Professional, Bob May Golf Academy
Tournament Scorecard: Bubba’s win at Augusta National
Birdies or Bogeys: Jason Dufner’s last minute deal, the value of a double-eagle
Handicap Helper: What is the proper club length, how much flex should you have in your swing, what is the rule of thumb on gap wedges

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Top of the Food Chain #043: Predicting the Future of the Vegas Food Scene

VVN — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 03:26:48 +0000

Food critic Brock Radke (Las Vegas Weekly) and restaurateur Jolene Mannina join Al to talk about the Las Vegas food scene — where it is, where it’s been, and what to look forward to in the future.

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Guest: Brock Radke (Las Vegas Weekly)
Guest: Jolene Mannina (dinefine.net)
What’s what in the Las Vegas food scene

Pub Crawl #072: Naked Zombies and a Country Western Crawl

vvn — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 05:29:37 +0000

It’s BBQ cookoffs and monster trucks at the ACM (American Country Music) Experience followed by butt jiggling fun at Gilley’s during this week’s adventure. Then, David and Alicia mix it up with naked zombies at Deja Vu and cap it all off with a tour of the hotspots and awesome deals at the Silverton. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Lynchburg Lemonade
The ACM Experience
House of Blues
Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall, & BBQ
Deja Vu Showgirls
Mi Casa Grill & Cantina
Twin Creeks
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out) Cinco De Mayo is coming up, make your plans now!

Cocktail of the Week:

Lynchburg Lemonade
1 oz Whiskey
1/2 oz triple sec
1 oz sweet & sour
lemon-lime soda

Pour the whiskey, triple sec and sweet & sour into a collins glass filled with ice. Top with lemon-lime soda and enjoy!

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #145: Best of Las Vegas 2012 – Are You F’ing Kidding Me?!

VVN — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:27:46 +0000

With gas over $4 a gallon and airfares going up, it’s hard for many folks to vacation in Las Vegas.
That’s the bad news. The good news? According to the collective intelligence that is the Las Vegas Review-Journal readers, you don’t need to come to Las Vegas for the best. Congratulations Paducah, Kentucky, that Outback over on Hinkleville Road is the best steak Las Vegas has offer. Yeeeeee-Haaaaw.

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VVN Update: New Hosts & New Shows
Best of Las Vegas 2012?
Viewer Voicemail
Las Vegas Entertainment – Where should I go?
This show should be sponsored by Bud Light Platinum

Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #043: An Insider’s Look at Shadow Creek

vvn — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:37:10 +0000

Dennis is joined by co-host Mark Brenneman (GM, Shadow Creek) who reveals an insider’s look at Shadow Creek, from his favorite holes, to some of the celebrities that have played there in the past. Then they discuss if the first female member at Augusta is in the near future, a devastating one foot putt, and how porn is the fore letter word this week.

Co-host:Mark Brenneman, General Manager Shadow Creek
Tournament Scorecard: I.K. Kim misses a putt, Hunter Mahan is the first 2-time winner this year
Birdies or Bogeys: Hank Haney hangs up, Tiger’s mistresses make a movie
Handicap Helper: Help with lag putting, are long putters good, how does ball position effect your shot

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Vegas SportsDay #117 (04-02) NCAA Championship

vvn — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:10:50 +0000

LAST EPISODE FOR SEASON ONE! Vegas SportsDay for Monday, April 2nd, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/N.L. WEST: N.L. West preview.
MARKET WATCH: NBA home stretch.
MONEY TIME: Kansas / Kentucky.

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Vegas SportsDay #116 (03-30) Final Four Preview

vvn — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:51:03 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, March 30th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/N.L. CENTRAL: NL Central Preview.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – NCAA Final Four.

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Top of the Food Chain #042: Think Cooking in High School Isn’t Cool? Think Again.

VVN — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:32:34 +0000

Remember when taking cooking in high school meant enrolling in home economics and getting harassed by your friends? In this episode of Top of the Food Chain, you’ll meet a 16-year-old who will likely be your favorite chef in a few years and is already being recruited by some of the finest restaurants in Las Vegas.

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Las Vegas Review Journal Best of Las Vegas 2012 – Enough Already!!
Guest: Rick Bools (Silverado High Culinary Team)
Guest: Gary Fx LaMorte (Michael Mina)
Guest: Susan Stapleton (Eater.com, Vegas Edition)

Vegas SportsDay #115 (03-29) NL East Preview & NIT Finals

vvn — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:02:05 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, March 29th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: NIT Championship.
N.L. EAST PREVIEW
MONEY TIME: TNT NBA double-header.

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Pub Crawl #071: Puck It! Let’s Have More Fish Tacos

VVN — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 05:03:29 +0000

Hot bartenders and fish tacos are the highlights of this weeks crawl. Dave and Alicia become hockey fans and learn the second trip can be better than the first. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Barcardi Cocktail
Wranglers Hockey
PBR Rock Bar & Grill
Wahoo’s Fish Taco
Sagos Baja Tavern & Lounge
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out) Test America!

Cocktail of the Week:

Barcardi Cocktail
1 3/4 oz Barcardi light rum
3/4 oz lemon or lime juice
1/4 oz grenadine

Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Shake Well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Vegas SportsDay #114 (03-28) On to the AL West

vvn — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:52:54 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, March 28th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Working Louisville tickets.
A.L. WEST PREVIEW
MONEY TIME: Wednesday NBA.

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Living in Las Vegas #144: Le Reve, a Dream. Le Reve Marketing, a Nightmare

VVN — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:16:29 +0000

On this episode of Living in Las Vegas, Scott and Melissa describe incredible pizza made in just 90 seconds, new boots that are made for walking and how Wynn gets it wrong. Show notes:

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Wynn marketing misses an opportunity
Due Forni pizza
A bevy of boots

Vegas SportsDay #113 (03-27) NIT Semi Finals

vvn — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:59:36 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, March 27th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: NIT Semi’s.
A.L. CENTRAL PREVIEW
MONEY TIME: Tuesday NBA.

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Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #042: A Day in the Life of a Network Sports Anchor

vvn — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 05:07:29 +0000

Dennis and co-host Scott Bemis (Sports Anchor, KLAS Channel 8 ) discuss the odds of Amercian lady pros winning on tour, father-son challenge nostalgia, Arnold’s blowup and the end of Q-school.

Co-host: Scott Bemis, Sports Anchor KLAS Channel 8
Tournament Scorecard: Tiger’s win, Yani Tseng becomes 2nd youngest player to reach 15 LGPA victories
Birdies or Bogeys: Asian tour lawsuit, Q-School comes to a close, Arnold Palmer chairs father son challenge.
~~Handicap Helper:~~From The Sports Desk Preparation, the Las Vegas sports market, challenges in covering sports

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Vegas SportsDay #112 (03-26) MLB Previews Begin

vvn — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 20:20:41 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, March 26th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: NCAA weekend review.
A.L. EAST PREVIEW
MONEY TIME: Monday NBA.

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Vegas SportsDay #111 (03-23) Saturday Elite Eight

vvn — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 19:58:22 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, March 23rd, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: When moves aren’t moves.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Saturday Elite 8

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Top of the Food Chain #041: A Pro’s Primer on Pasta

vvn — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:15:23 +0000

On this carb-friendly episode of Top of the Food Chain, we get a master’s look at all things Pasta as we welcome back Geno Bernardo (Executive Chef, NOVE Italiano).

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James Beard Award; are you kidding me?!?!
Guest: Geno Bernardo (Executive Chef, NOVE Italiano)
Pasta, pasta, pasta

Vegas SportsDay #110 (03-22) Friday Sweet 16

vvn — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 20:06:10 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, March 22nd, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: NFL aftershock.
MONEY TIME: I – Thursday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Friday in Atlanta.
MONEY TIME: III – Friday in St. Louis.

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Pub Crawl #070: Hangovers, Brawls, and a Hooch Hotel

vvn — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:27:23 +0000

Dave and Alicia give us a Pub Crawl Adventure filled with near perfect 10′s. Together they rate food trucks, rock out with Metal Elvis, get the VIP treatment at NASCAR, and wrap up by wondering why a St. Patrick’s Day Festival has almost no Irish flare. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: The Caution Flag
Tommy Rocker’s Cantina & Grill
Saturday Night Truck Stop
Club Riviera
Metal Elvis
Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Dublin Down Festival
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out) Make plans and just do it!

Cocktail of the Week:

The Caution Flag
2 oz white rum
1 oz sweet and sour mix
Fill with Sprite

In a chilled margarita glass add ingredients and enjoy!

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Vegas SportsDay #109 (03-21) Thursday Sweet 16

vvn — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 19:56:54 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, March 21st, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Those other tournaments.
MONEY TIME: I – Wednesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday in Boston.
MONEY TIME: III – Thursday in Phoenix.

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Living in Las Vegas #143: We Meet Chazz, Get Musical, and Invent a New Pay Per View Network

VVN — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 03:29:00 +0000

Before meeting VVN friend Chazz Palminteri (with special guest Cheryl Coon), we talk Las Vegas Real Estate, highlight some cool music festivals and help a fan from Russia. Show notes:

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LiLV Stuff
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- Sign up for Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
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Mac and cheese–huh, that’s how you make it
How to get a job at VVN (ask Sam)
Las Vegas real estate update and tips
Neon Reverb, The Pastel Project, and Raw Vegas
Listener email: from Russia With Love
A Bronx Tale (with our buddy Chazz)

Vegas SportsDay #108 (03-20) Some Early Sweet 16 Sugar

vvn — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:50:03 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, March 20th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Cleaning up the inbox.
MAIL TIME: More mail.
MARKET WATCH: Sweet 16 futures.
MONEY TIME: Tuesday night hoops.

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Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #041: San Francisco’s Anti Golf Activists Are Pissing Us Off!

vvn — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 03:36:01 +0000

Dennis and co-host Joe Kelly (Director of golf, Sun City Summerlin) discuss how Luke Donald regained his #1 world ranking, give bogeys to anti-golf activists, find a mechanic who pays instead of charges, and close out by giving us techniques to hit hybrids.

Co-host: Joe Kelly, Director of golf Sun City Summerlin
Tournament Scorecard: Luke Donald takes back #1 spot
Birdies or Bogeys: Anti activists in San Francisco, Jerry Rice in Nationwide Event, The Mechanic supports tournament in Spain without sponsors
Handicap Helper: Pre shot routines, hitting hybrids, and blading chip shots

If you have a question you’d like answered on the show, visit the live show at 5:00PM Pacific every Monday or send an email to golf@VegasVideoNetwork.com.

Vegas SportsDay #107 (03-19) NBA, Post-Trade Deadline

vvn — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 20:04:21 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, March 19th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: The Marshall plan.
POST MORTEM: NBA moves.
MONEY TIME: I – Monday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Monday tourneys.

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Vegas SportsDay #106 (03-16) NCAA Weekend

vvn — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 19:54:47 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, March 16th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: First day impressions.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Saturday NCAA.
MONEY TIME: III – Saturday NCAA, Part II.

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Pub Crawl #069: Ass Juice; Better Than It Sounds

VVN — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:41:17 +0000

Dave and Alicia enjoy all you can eat tapas, find out that not everything is small at Little Crown & Anchor, and discovered that one of the their top 5 nacho spots deserves a promotion. Show notes:

Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you mention VVN)
New Toll-Free Listener Line: 866.966.4599
Cocktail of the Week: Tequila Sunrise
Blue Martini
Johnny Smalls
Moon Doggies Bar and Grill
Artifice
Diablo’s Cantina
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out)

Cocktail of the Week:

Tequila Sunrise
4 oz Orange juice
2 oz. Tequila
½ oz. Grenadine
Orange slice and maraschino cherry for garnish

Pour the tequila and OJ into a highball glass with ice. Stur. Slowly pour grenadine around the inside edge of the glass. It will sink and slowly rise create the sunrise.

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Vegas SportsDay #105 (03-15) Friday NCAA Round #1

vvn — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:00:46 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, March 15th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

MONEY TIME: I – Friday at Greensboro and Columbus.
MONEY TIME: II – Friday at Nashville and Omaha.

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Vegas SportsDay #104 (03-14) Thursday NCAA Round #1

vvn — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:42:44 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, March 14th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: NBA and other stuff.
MONEY TIME: I – Thursday at Pittsburgh and Louisville.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday at Albuquerque and Portland.

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Living in Las Vegas #142: Dinner with Oscar, a Concert at The Smith Center

VVN — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 15:16:09 +0000

Although playing hurt, Melissa is back! We talk about a Nancy Rayguns controversy, dinner at one of the most romantic restaurants in Las Vegas, then review our first visit to The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, where we saw Bela Fleck and The Flecktones in concert.

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It’s a BOY!!
Nancy Rayguns BS
How to get a GREAT room comp from Caesars Entertainment
Dinner at The Barrymore
Oscar’s Beef, Booze and Broads
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts

Vegas SportsDay #103 (03-13) The Big Dance Begins

vvn — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:16:32 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, March 13th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: 2012 brackets.
POST MORTEM: Jousting in the minor tournaments.
MONEY TIME: I – Tuesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – NCAA opening round.

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Vegas SportsDay #102 (03-12) Bracket Time, Plus Monday NBA

vvn — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 20:31:52 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, March 12th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Here come the brackets.
POST MORTEM: Malice in wonderland?
MONEY TIME: Monday NBA.

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Awkward Silence 2.1 #023: Comedian Brian Moote

VVN — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 23:11:10 +0000

Looking for a video of the birth of Snookie’s baby? We got it. Want to hear about having sex with a pool toy? We got that too, thanks to our headliner Brian Moote.

In the News
Snookie’s baby
Gay porn
Peyton Manning
Courtney Leone at the Rio
Headliner: Brian Moote

Vegas SportsDay #101 (03-09) Friday Night [Hoop] Lights

vvn — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:41:07 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, March 9th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/POST MORTEM: Thursday review.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Friday NCAA, Part I.
MONEY TIME: III – Friday NCAA, Part II.

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Top of the Food Chain #040: The Big 5: When Money is No Object

vvn — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:36:11 +0000

The French are well represented as Al walks us through what is arguably the five most extravagant fine dining options in Las Vegas. (This would be a good time to have your American Express Black card handy.)

Visit Bread and Butter, LV. The best bakery in Las Vegas!
Guest: Scott Whitney
Al’s top 5 restaurants to eat when money is no object
E
Twist
BARMASA
Guy Savoy
Robuchon

Vegas SportsDay #100 (03-08) Conference Tourneys Heat Up

vvn — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:52:48 +0000

SHOW #100 of Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, March 8th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Wednesday Review .
MONEY TIME: I – TNT Double-Header.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday Afternoon NCAA.
MONEY TIME: III – Thursday Night NCAA.

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Pub Crawl #068: Cheap Beer, Wild Men, and Endless Martini’s

vvn — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:34:24 +0000

Pub Crawl walks on the wild side this week as Dave and Alicia recall an “Adventure” that takes us from martini lounges to “bear” bars.
Show notes:

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New Toll-Free Listener Line: 866.966.4599
Cocktail of the Week: Bay Breeze
Elements Kitchen & Martini Bar
Free Zone
The Buffalo
Copa Room
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out): Learn how to play video poker, which is useful if you are being comped drinks for playing.

Cocktail of the Week:

Bay Breeze
1 ½ oz. Vodka
2 oz. Cranberry juice
2 oz. Pineapple juice
Blend ingredients and serve over ice.

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Living in Las Vegas #141: The Royal House – Don’t Know About it? You Will.

VVN — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:00:11 +0000

In Las Vegas, where news about our hotels and casinos are often doom and gloom (Fountain Bleu, Echelon, etc.), it’s refreshing to find a property that has successfully bucked that trend. In this episode of Living in Las Vegas, Scott interviews Bob O’Neil, one of the folks responsible for the resurrection of The Royal House (formally the Royal Resort). We also talk about our encounter with one of the stars of Pawn Stars.

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Why we’ve been gone (Is there a doctor in the house)
Guest: Bob O’Neil, The Royal House
Guest: Ray Flavin (long-time LiLV viewer)
Herbs and Rye, Count’s Vamp’d
High Voltage (AC/DC cover band)

Vegas SportsDay #099 (03-07) All Tourneys, All the Time

vvn — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 20:48:25 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, March 7th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Peyton’s place.
MARKET WATCH: Tourney previews.
MONEY TIME: I – Wednesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Conference tourney NCAA.

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Vegas SportsDay #098 (03-06) Horizon Title on the Line

vvn — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:08:08 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, March 6th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Tourney reviews, part I.
MARKET WATCH: Tourney previews, part II.
MONEY TIME: I – Tuesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Tuesday Night NCAA .

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Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #040: European Domination Continues

vvn — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 03:05:35 +0000

Dennis and co-host Lee Smith (Director of golf, TPC Summerlin) fly through a lot of great golf info this week. Together they talk about Rory’s win at the Honda Classic, which makes him #1 in the world, debate if an American can ever recapture that spot, and wrap up by giving us a variety of tips to help us with challenges from over swinging to staying behind the ball.

Co-host: Lee Smith, Director of golf TPC Summerlin
Tournament Scorecard: Rory Mcilory’s win makes him #1 in the world
Birdies or Bogeys: Lexi Thompson changes her caddie, Greg Norman “The Shark” puts down soda and picks up the wine?
Handicap Helper: Stop over swings, what is “bounce”, how to stay behind the ball

If you have a question you’d like answered on the show, visit the live show at 4:30PM Pacific every Monday or send an email to golf@VegasVideoNetwork.com.

Vegas SportsDay #097 (03-05) CAA, WAC Championship Games

vvn — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:02:51 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, March 5th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Big East tourney time.
POST MORTEM: Cardinal sins.
MONEY TIME: I – Monday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – CAA, WAC Championships.

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Top of the Food Chain #039: Comparing ‘Real’ French with ‘Vegas’ French

VVN — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 09:01:21 +0000

Max Jacobson returns to Top of the Food Chain with a first-hand comparison between Las Vegas restaurants and their European counterparts. Max follows with a blistering retort to John Curtas’ recent criticism of his fellow food critics.

Visit Bread and Butter, LV. The best bakery in Las Vegas!
Vegas Uncork’d
Guest: Max Jacobson
Europe vs. Vegas
Max vs. John

Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas #064: Why Are Home Prices Going Up?

vvn — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 23:07:27 +0000

On this edition of Getting REAL Bridget tells Trulia their information is wrong, gives us six reasons why home prices are going up, then closes by sharing useful disaster preparedness information. Show Notes:

Friday Figures (an in-depth review of the current Las Vegas real estate market with a focus on Inventory, Short Sales, Contingency, Foreclosures and 30-day Closes)
News: Foreclosures 24% of US home sales, 11 million homes with negative equity, interest rates at 3.9%
Why home prices are going up
REAL Advice: Disaster preparedness

Vegas SportsDay #096 (03-02) Weekend Hoops

vvn — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:56:54 +0000

Vegas SportsDayfor Friday, March 2nd, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH:Tourney timing.
INSIDER SIX-PACK: Will Rondo be gondo?
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Weekend NCAA.

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Vegas SportsDay #095 (03-01) Thursday Night Baskets

vvn — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 20:54:48 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, March 1st, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Can anybody make a shot?
POST MORTEM: Worries in Westwood.
MONEY TIME: I – TNT NBA Double-Header.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday NCAA.

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Pub Crawl #067: Five Five Ounce Beers for Five Fifty

vvn — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:14:57 +0000

Dave is joined by Portland Dave on this episode of Pub Crawl. Together the boys recount an in-depth beer crawl that runs from from The Strip to Downtown, highlighting beers both good and bad.
Show notes:

Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you mention VVN)
New Toll-Free Listener Line: 866.966.4599
Cocktail of the Week: Beachcomber
Aces and Ale’s
Gordon Beirsch
Triple 7 Restaurant and Microbrewery
Public House
Money Plays
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out): Treading lager can be a good thing.

Cocktail of the Week:

Beachcomber
1 dash maraschino liqueur
1 1/2 oz. light rum
1/2 oz. triple sec
1/2 oz. lime juice
Sugar
Dress the rim of a cocktail glass with lime juice and granulated sugar. Shake triple sec, lime juice, rum and maraschino liqueur in a cocktail shaker with cracked ice. Strain into sugared glass and enjoy!

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Vegas SportsDay #094 (02-29) Wednesday Night Hoops

vvn — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:00:32 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, February 29th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Tourney tactics, Part I.
MARKET WATCH: Tourney tactics, Part II.
MONEY TIME: I – Wednesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Wednesday NCAA.

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Vegas SportsDay #093 (02-28) NBA Second Half Preview

vvn — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:02:10 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, February 28th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAILTIME: Dealing with losing streaks.
MARKET WATCH: NBA second half preview.
MONEY TIME: I – Tuesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Tuesday NCAA.

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Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #039: How Much is Your Handicap Worth?

vvn — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 03:41:31 +0000

Dennis and co-host Lee Smith (Director of golf, TPC Summerlin) jump right in this week by discussing Hunter Mahan’s win at the Accenture Matchplay. Then they talk about his new mega-mansion, wonder how one man can sue for having his handicap lowered, and wrap up by helping us improve the rhythm of our putting stroke.

Co-host: Lee Smith, Director of golf TPC Summerlin
Tournament Scorecard: Huner Mahan’s win
Birdies or Bogeys: Man sues because his handicap was lowered, FedEx Cup renewal for five years, Q-School saga continues
Handicap Helper: Hitting from severe up slopes or down slopes, using a metronome to improve putting, stop dipping on your backswing

If you have a question you’d like answered on the show, visit the live show at 4:30PM Pacific every Monday or send an email to golf@VegasVideoNetwork.com.

Awkward Silence 2.1 #022: Comedian Elayne Boosler

VVN — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 01:40:18 +0000

After we blaze through the news, Courtney risks her life by reporting live from the Heart Attack Grill. Then Gooch welcomes a legend of comedy to the stage, as Elayne Boosler talks comedy, spits a rap, and shines an intimate spotlight on ex-roommate (and lover?) Andy Kaufman.

(By the way, for somebody who doesn’t swear on stage, YIKES!)

In the News
Brett Michaels
Adam Levine
The Amazing Race
Courtney Leone at the Heart Attack Grill
Headliner: Elayne Boosler

Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas #063: An Insider’s Look at the Title and Escrow Process

VVN — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 01:10:22 +0000

One of the most confusing aspects of buying or selling your home is the titles/escrow process. In this episode of Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas, Channelle Beller (Equity Title of Nevada) helps us better understand the ins and outs of the last step of your real estate transaction. Show Notes:

Friday Figures (an in-depth review of the current Las Vegas real estate market with a focus on Inventory, Short Sales, Contingency, Foreclosures and 30-day Closes)
News: Mortgage rates up, Home sales down, B of A stops selling to Fannie Mae
Guest: Channelle Beller
An insider’s look at the Title and Escrow proccess
REAL Advice: Tax myths

Vegas SportsDay #092 (02-24) NBA All Star Weekend

vvn — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:49:43 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, February 24th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAILTIME: Building a Bankroll.
MARKET WATCH: NBA All Star Weekend.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NCAA.
MONEY TIME: II – Weekend NCAA.

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Top of the Food Chain #038: A Great Cause, Some Bad Language

VVN — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 02:58:44 +0000

As we learn from Three Square Food Bank‘s Erica Thompson, Restaurant Week combines great food and great prices. . .all for a great cause.

That’s the happy, peppy, bursting with love portion of the show.

Then John Curtas is back to spread a little love among some of his favorite Restaurant Week locations, followed by a two-prong attack against FCC regulations and fellow Las Vegas food critics.

(For those scoring at home and listening to this on the radio. . .John: 4.5 BLEEPS. Al: 1 BLEEP.)

Visit Bread and Butter, LV. The best bakery in Las Vegas!
Guest: Erica Thompson, Three Square Food Bank
Restaurant Week
Guest: John Curtas
Al and John’s Top 5 Restaurant Week Picks
John, BBQ, and other Vegas food critics

Vegas SportsDay #091 (02-23) Thursday Night Baskets

vvn — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:29:16 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, February 23rd, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAILTIME: Hardcourt revenge.
POST MORTEM: Bo and Coach K try to get even.
MONEY TIME: I – TNT NBA Double-Header.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday NCAA.

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Pub Crawl #066: They Gotta Buzz You In

vvn — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:30:45 +0000

The 5th floor of the Luxor isn’t as clean as you think. Plus, Dave and Alicia take us to a real Royale spot at The Royal House. And since it’s National Margarita Day, the hosts have one called the Senor Pooh Bear. (Dave also has something called that, but it’s not a drink.) Show notes:

Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you mention VVN)
New Toll-Free Listener Line: 866.966.4599
Cocktail of the Week: Senor Pooh Bear
Monta Japanese Noodle House
Piero’s
Clarion Hotel & Casino
The Barrymore at The Royal House
Peppermill Restaurant
The Royal at The Royal House
Davy’s Locker
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out): Party where you are at.

Cocktail of the Week:

Senor Pooh Bear
agave nectar, fresh lime, davalos tequila, barenjager honey liqueur, honey powder, smoked sea salt.

Go over to The Royal House and ask for Jason.

We may leave stuff out, but we don’t make stuff up!

Vegas SportsDay #090 (02-22) Wednesday Night Hoops

vvn — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:52:22 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Getting spurred.
POST MORTEM: The lake show.
MONEY TIME: I – Wednesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Wednesday NCAA.

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Vegas SportsDay #089 (02-21) Tuesday Night Baskets

vvn — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:46:48 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, February 21st, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Figuring futures
POST MORTEM: Los lobos.
MONEY TIME: I – Tuesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Tuesday NCAA.

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Vegas SportsDay #088 (02-20) Presidents Day Hoops

vvn — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:54:34 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, February 20th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Hot or cold?
POST MORTEM: Why Irish eyes are smiling.
MONEY TIME: I – Monday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Monday NCAA.

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Awkward Silence 2.1 #021: Comedian Hal Sparks

vvn — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:08:45 +0000

After we talk about Chris Brown, sex, and panties, we check in with Courtney live from the Farmers Market. Then Gooch is joined by Hal Sparks to talk about music, social media, drugs, and how stand up is about timing on this episode of Awkward Silence 2.1.

In the News
Chris Brown
Sex
Panties just in case
Headliner: Hal Sparks

Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas #062: Eight Tips to Short Sell Your Home

vvn — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:00:59 +0000

With market inventory going down, and prices going up Bridget gives us a sneak peak into a new online feature to help buyers. For those of us looking to short sell a home Bridget we have insightful tips in creating a short sale package. Show Notes:

Friday Figures (an in-depth review of the current Las Vegas real estate market with a focus on Inventory, Short Sales, Contingency, Foreclosures and 30-day Closes)
News: California files a RICO suit against Wells Fargo, Nevada down to #4 in percentage of homes in foreclosure
New online tools to help buyers
REAL Advice: Eight tips to help short sell your home

Vegas SportsDay #087 (02-17) Weekend Hoops

vvn — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:02:11 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, February 17th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Bracket buster or bluster?
INSIDER SIX-PACK: Here comes J. R.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Weekend NCAA.

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Top of the Food Chain #037: Let’s Talk Tapas

vvn — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:27:31 +0000

On this episode of Top of the Food Chain Al is talking tapas with Nina Manchev, owner of Bar Forte. Together they discuss the history of tapas (it’s not just small plates), tapas for beginners, and wrap up by discussing Bulgarian cuisine and the lazy man’s sangria, Calimocho.

Visit Bread and Butter, LV. The best bakery in Las Vegas!
Guest: Nina Manchev, Owner of Bar Forte
History of tapas
Reason for tapas
Nina’s recommendations for beginners trying tapas
Calimocho
Bulgarian cuisine
Live chat questions

Vegas SportsDay #086 (02-16) Thursday Night Hoops

vvn — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:24:46 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, February 16th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Follow, or reverse?
POST MORTEM: Why play defense at all?
MONEY TIME: I – TNT Double-Header.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday NCAA.

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LiLV #140 + PC #065: Pimp Hats, Man Skirts, a Monkee Sister, and a Dracula Hairdo

VVN — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:06:31 +0000

It’s not often you hear about a guy dating the sister of a Monkee, another guy wearing a skirt, a girl wearing a pimp hat and another girl rocking a Dracula hairdo.

That is, unless you’re watching the first-ever Living in Las Vegas/Pub Crawl combo episode!

Join David, Alicia, Scott, and Melissa as they share a great old-school restaurant perfect for a special romantic dinner and the stories of how each of them met the love of their lives. Show notes:

Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you mention VVN)
Contact Stuff
- NEW TOLL-FREE Listener Line: 866.966.4599
- Sign up for Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
- Get your questions answered: OnAirQ@LivingInLV.com | PubCrawl@VegasVideoNetwork.com
- Follow us on Twitter: @VegasVideoNtwrk | @TheLVLocals
- Visit our FACEBOOK Page: Facebook.com/VegasVideoNetwork
Cocktail of the Week: Cupid’s Cosmo
Golden Steer: Is there really a bullet hole in a wall?
A Love Story: David+Alicia, Scott+Melissa

Vegas SportsDay #085 (02-15): Wednesday Night Baskets

vvn — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:52:39 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, February 15th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: The info superhighway.
INSIDER SIX-PACK: NBA issues galore.
MONEY TIME: I – Wednesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Wednesday NCAA .

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Vegas SportsDay #084 (02-14): Tuesday Night Hoops

vvn — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:50:13 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, February 14th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Rating the refs.
POST MORTEM: A Kobe “Beef”.
MONEY TIME: I – Tuesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Tuesday NCAA .

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Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words #038: Did Tiger Choke?

vvn — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:33:39 +0000

Golf & Other Fore-Letter Words is back! After Dennis and co-host Lee Smith (Director of golf, TPC Summerlin) debate if Tiger choked at Pebble Beach, they talk about violence on the golf course, and wrap up by telling us the differences between steel and graphite shafts.

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Co-host: Lee Smith, Director of golf TPC Summerlin
Tournament Scorecard: Phil Mickelson’s win, Tiger chokes?
Birdies or Bogeys: Violence on the golf course, Lee Westwood says a grown up word
Handicap Helper: Differences between steel and graphite shafts, what the mountain effect is in Las Vegas, good warm up routines when you are short on time

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Vegas SportsDay #083 (02-13): “Big Monday” Hoops

vvn — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:17:09 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, February 13th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: On correlated parlays.
POST MORTEM: Just “Lin” baby.
MONEY TIME: I – Monday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Monday NCAA .

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Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas #061: Foreclosure Fraud Settlement – An Analysis

VVN — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:49:14 +0000

It looks like the banks have finally been told to account for their often illegal ways as Bridget walks us through the particulars of the recently announced $26 billion Foreclosure Fraud Settlement. Show Notes:

Friday Figures (an in-depth review of the current Las Vegas real estate market with a focus on Inventory, Short Sales, Contingency, Foreclosures and 30-day Closes)
News: Vegas crime is down, banks offering big short sale incentives, interest rates 3.87%
Foreclosure Fraud Settlement (whitewash?)
REAL Advice: Ten tips to maintaining your home

Vegas SportsDay #082 (02-10): Weekend Hoops

vvn — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:00:22 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, February 10th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Cleaning up the In Box.
INSIDER SIX-PACK: Manu Ginobli returns.
MONEY TIME: I – Friday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Weekend NCAA.

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Top of the Food Chain #036: Introduction to Thai Cuisine

vvn — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:32:34 +0000

Al is joined by Chef Jet Tila (Iron Chef America) to discuss the regions, tastes, and history of Thai cuisine on this episode of Top of the Food Chain.

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Guest: Chef Jet Tila
History of Thai cuisine
Regions of Thai cuisine and how they differ
Chef Jet’s recommendations on how to make your own Thai cuisine
Live chat questions

Vegas SportsDay #081 (02-09): TNT Double-Header Preview

vvn — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:40:49 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Thursday, February 9th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: NCAA letdowns? Not anymore….
POST MORTEM: NBA action? It kinda sucks.
MONEY TIME: I – Thursday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Thursday NCAA.

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Pub Crawl #064: Seven Hours at One Bar? Let Us Explain. . .

vvn — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:07:27 +0000

It’s not often that Dave and Alicia spend seven hours at one bar. But when they bump into a couple other Vegas Video Network folks, well, that explains it. Show notes:

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Cocktail of the Week: Martini
Peppermill Fireside Lounge
Sedona
Seahorse Lounge
Agave
The Underworld Grill and Bar
Artifice
Last Call (How not to get thrown out, throw up, knocked up or knocked out): Keep an eye on the matches there may be a contest in the works.

Cocktail of the Week:

Martini
2 1/2 oz gin or vodka
1/2 oz dry vermouth
1 green olive

Pour the ingredients into a mixing glass filled with ice cubes. Stir for gin, shake for vodka, for 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass then garnish with the olive or lemon twist and enjoy!

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Vegas SportsDay #080 (02-08): NBA Showdowns

vvn — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:17:24 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Wednesday, February 8th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: Cleaning up the In Box.
INSIDER SIX-PACK: Many stars aren’t shining.
MONEY TIME: I – Wednesday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Wednesday NCAA.

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Living in Las Vegas #139: See Scott Stay Out Late. See Melissa Talk to Scott. Run Scott, Run.

vvn — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:52:09 +0000

After reviewing a few critical interview tips after Scott’s first talk with an applicant for the VVN apprentice job (yikes), we spot the drunkest girl EVER and engage in a high-velocity chat about the late-night habits of one of your hosts.

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Vegas SportsDay #079 (02-07): 12 months to Super Bowl XLVII

vvn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:05:20 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Tuesday, February 7th, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MAIL TIME: “Pleasers” make sense.
MARKET WATCH: 2013 NFL futurebook.
POST MORETM: Spurs hit the road.
MONEY TIME: Tuesday hoops.

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Vegas SportsDay #078 (02-06): And Now We Turn to Hoops

vvn — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:46:28 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Monday, February 6th, 2012. For today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: The crowning of a champion.
POST MORTEM: “The Play’s the Thing”.
MONEY TIME: I – Monday NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Monday NCAA.

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Awkward Silence 2.1 #020: Comedian Shawn Halpin

VVN — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:46:25 +0000

After we congratulate a 15-year-old tap dancer, Courtney beams in live from Bally’s where she’s placing a bet on this weekend’s Super Bowl. Then Gooch welcomes headliner Shawn Halpin (MTV, NBC, LA Improv) to the stage.

In the News
Daddy must be proud
I’ll tap that
Courtney bets on Brady’s jaw
Headliner: Shawn Halpin

Getting REAL (Estate) in Vegas #060: Swimming Pools in Vegas – Yay or Nay?

VVN — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:40:31 +0000

There are some people on the Vegas Video Network that insist that living in Las Vegas without a pool is no way to live. Bridget, on the other hand, provides a more balanced look at adding 20,000 gallons of water to your back yard. She follows that with IRS deductions for which all home owners should be aware. Show Notes:

Friday Figures (an in-depth review of the current Las Vegas real estate market with a focus on Inventory, Short Sales, Contingency, Foreclosures and 30-day Closes)
News: Mortgage delinquencies dropped 40% in 2011, Mortgage rates at 3.87%
Swimming pool pros and cons
REAL Advice: What you can and cannot deduct from your taxes if you own a home in Las Vegas

Vegas SportsDay #077 (02-03): Weekend Edition

vvn — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:37:33 +0000

Vegas SportsDay for Friday, February 3rd, 2012. On today’s show, we cover:

FIRST TAKE/MARKET WATCH: Recap of Super Bowl Picks.
INSIDER SIX-PACK: Fab Melo returns.
MONEY TIME: I – Weekend NBA.
MONEY TIME: II – Weekend NCAA.

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Top of the Food Chain #035: The Modern Mixologist

vvn — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:40:05 +0000

Al is joined by Tony Abou-Ganim (Iron Chef America, Fine Living Network) to talk about the evolution of mixology from the Gothic age to the present on this episode of Top of the Food Chain.

(It’s pretty cool to talk the guy who invented the Cable Car.)

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Guest: Tony Abou-Ganim, author the modern mixologist
History of mixology
Importance of ingredients
Tony makes some of his favorite cocktails