Faces And Aces: Las Vegas

December 27, 2018 – This episode we take a look at street performers, tipsers, con artist and other people you’re going to run into while strolling down the strip. FnA Minute: For more info about the trip to New Orleans this March 22-24, hit up Mitchel @_absolute0 on twitter and he’ll add you to the DM group.   Jeff Does Vegas twitter: @WalkerNewMedia website: walkernewmedia.com Walker New Media on iTunes The Unwritable Rant Juliette twitter: @MorningNeurosis David twitter: @BehindTheRant podcast: TheUnwritableRant.com You can find us on twitter @facesandaceslv

December 15 2018 – Holiday Bonus Round featuring 4 great cocktail recipes from Tony Snyder from Vice Lounge Online twitter: @360VegasTony. Walken In A Winter Wonderland Featuring: Pete Gustin Voiceovers Kody Frederick – Dan and Kody Podcast twitter: @dankodypodcast Melissa Bergland instagram: @melissabergland Vegas Confessions twitter: @VegasConfessionsPod The Vegas Club twitter: @thevegasclub Vegas Untz twitter: @VegasUntz You can find us at facesandaceslv.com and on twitter @facesandaceslv

December 2, 2018 – Homelessness is a huge problem in Vegas. Currently there are over 1,000 people living in the storm drains under the city and the homeless population is above 7,000 people. This episode I attempt to shine a light on the problem and provide a couple of suggestions on what we can do as tourists to the city to help. FnA Minute: Thanks to Vegas Confessions and also to Vegas Bun Boy for having me on recently as a guest.   YouTube Videos and Documentaries Living In Las Vegas Undercity Las Vegas *Living In The Hidden Tunnels *Tunnel People Alex Munse twitter: @AlexMunse podcast: Angry Beards Cassi – Mixed Feelings Podcast twitter: @mixedfeelingspc instagram: mixedfeelingspodcast Matthew O’Brien twitter: @beneaththeneon facebook: Matthew O’Brien Matthew’s book Beneath The Neon can be purchased at Amazon.com. DTLV Article: What I’ve Learned in 20 Years of Writing About The Homeless in Las Vegas Homeless Resources Three Square Freedom Behavioral Health/Shine A Light Help of Southern Nevada Las Vegas R

November 18, 2018 – This episode we join in on the 50th anniversary celebration of Ellis Island with brewmasters Michael Key & Eddie Leal and also the director of marketing, Christina Ellis. I’m also joined by Steve from The MR BS Show with a spectacular story about getting robbed in Vegas. FnA Minute: The name a cocktail contest winners are John Murphy (@RedChipBettor) and The Frugal Degenerate (@VeganPHOplez). Congratulations to both of them! Their drinks will be featured on the upcoming cocktail menu at The Mint Tavern. Thanks to the boys at iHeartGeek for having me on as a guest. We talk about binge worthy shows and Peter Capaldi’s run as the 12th Doctor. Ellis Island Announces New Brewmasters – Food & Beverage Magazine Steve Colsanti twitter: @midnightsmoke1 podcast: The MR BS Show Christina Ellis – Ellis Island Hotel, Casino & Brewery twitter: @EllisCasinoLV twitter: @cchristinaellis You can find us on twitter @facesandaceslv

October 31 2018 – Halloween Bonus Round featuring Mike from Vegas Insight. twitter: @vegasinsight. Thank you to: Steve Colsanti from the MR BS Show and to Thomas from Vegas Unzipped. Freakling Bros. Las Vegas Haunts Can’t Turn It Off podcast: Episode 7 featuring Scott Roeben The Oceans14XL crew is taking another trip to Vegas this Nov 9-11. Come hang out with Tipping The Odds Las Vegas, Las Vegas Junkie and Vegas Confessions. For more info go to oceans14xl.com You can find us at facesandaceslv.com and on twitter @facesandaceslv

October 21, 2018 – Tipping is a way of life in Vegas, but with increased fees and hidden charges, it’s understandable that visitor’s to the city have to cut back somewhere. This episode we take a look at the tipping culture in Vegas and we’ll provide a few ways you can save a few bucks in Vegas and pass the savings along to people who work hard to make sure you have a great experience. FnA Minute: The name a cocktail contest winners have been chosen and they will be revealed at The Mint Tavern on Nov 9th at the @oceans14xl meet up. Matt Miller – Millennialism Podcast coming soon twitter: @MattMiller_414 Heather  – Vegas-Aces.com twitter: @vegas_aces instagram: @vegas_aces Jamey – The Pod Bay Door Show twitter: @TPBDPodcast facebook: facebook.com/PBDPodcast Shane – Vegas Confessions twitter: @shanemields Thank you to my mystery guest for giving insight into what it’s like to being a valet parking attendant in Vegas. Show Notes: Tipping The Odds Las Vegas Episode 315 Free Parking on the Strip SLS, Treasure Isla

October 13 2018 – Bonus content from episode 55 of FnA. Brianna – Keeping It Casual We discuss the shifting balance of power between men and women and a PSA about not being an asshole. twitter: @breemixed instagram: @breemixed Keegan, Cassi & Christina – My Worst Date We discuss the Christmas in Vegas and best Vegas dates. twitter: @worstdatepod instagram: @myworstdatepodcast Shoutout to: Steve Colsanti from the Hank Cole and The Chooch Show The Oceans14XL crew is taking another trip to Vegas this Nov 9-11. Come hang out with Tipping The Odds Las Vegas, Las Vegas Junkie and Vegas Confessions. For more info go to oceans14xl.com You can find us at facesandaceslv.com and on twitter @facesandaceslv

October 4 2018 – This episode we’re taking a look at dating and hooking up in Vegas. Whether if you’re single, married or with someone, Vegas is one of those cities there’s a party in the streets AND a party in the sheets.  Joining me this episode is blogger and Vegas sexpert Scott Roeben from the Vital Vegas podcast, Christina, Cassi & Keegan from the My Worst Date podcast and Briana from the Keeping It Casual podcast. FnA Minute: Eric Rosenthal is heading up a gambling trip to Biloxi 11/30 – 12/1. For more information get in touch with Eric on twitter @erosenthal2019. The Oceans14XL crew is taking another trip to Vegas this Nov 9-11. Come hang out with Tipping The Odds Las Vegas, Las Vegas Junkie and Vegas Confessions. For more info go to oceans14xl.com Scott Roeben – Vital Vegas twitter: @vitalvegas Vital Vegas Ep 11 – Inside Sheri’s Ranch Vital Vegas Ep 35 – Behind The Green Door Keegan, Cassi & Christina – My Worst Date twitter: @worstdatepod instagram: @myworstdatepodcast Brianna – Keeping It Casual twi

October 1, 2018 – On the 1 year remembrance of the tragic event, I wanted to take a moment to pay my respects, show some gratitude and offer some praise to the people of Las Vegas. Joining me at the end of the episode is @BreeMixed from the Keeping It Casual podcast who recounts her experience of that evening as a resident of the city.

September 19, 2018 – Season 4 of FnA begins with 3 great guests! I’m joined by Courtney Caulkins from Quadcast, comedian/ filmmaker Steve Byrne and magician Jen Kramer. All of who have stories to share about living life to the fullest in Vegas.   Livestream For The Cure Exposure Vegas NotVIMFP: October 12-13 – @NotVIMFP Ocean’s 14 5K: November 9-11 – @Oceans14XL, oceans14xl.com. Courtney Caulkins – Quadcast, Shrink 2 Shrink twitter: @QuadFatherMft facebook: facebook.com/Quadfathermft Steve Byrne – Steve Byrne Live twitter: @stevebyrnelive Jen Kramer – Magic Of Jen Buy tickets to her show twitter: @JenKramerMagic Jen’s youtube channel Steve Colsanti from the Hank Hole and the Chooch Show   Faces And Aces: Las Vegas twitter: @facesandaceslv instagram: @facesandaceslv youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC8cuL7eJ5-G2C3JQf6-H3_A website: facesandaceslv.com  

August 19, 2018 – I’m joined by Shane Mields from the Vegas Confessions podcast and we give a quick trip report from the Laughlin side of the Oceans14C2C trip as well as our Vegas desert adventure. Shoutouts to Cottonwood Station and Vegas Playground with Luella Chavez. If you’d like to see photos and video of Shane and my off strip adventure, you can watch it at our youtube page. Upcoming Vegas Meetups: NotVIMFP: October 12-17 for more information follow them on twitter @NotVIMFP Ocean’s 14 5K: November 9-11 for more information follow them on twitter @Oceans14XL

July 1, 2018 – We’re celebrating our 3 year anniversary with special guest, journalist Steve Friess. From 2005 – 2011, Steve and Miles hosted one of the first Vegas podcasts, The Strip. I had the privilege to talk with Steve for about an hour about his show and about moving on from Vegas. We also talk about his current views about what’s going on in Sin City and what he misses about Vegas. You can find him on twitter @stevefriess and old episodes of The Strip here. Faces and Aces: Las Vegas will be taking the month of July off, but will return with a new episode on August 9th!

June 30, 2018 – A few of us will be headed to Atlantic City and to Laughlin this July 27 – 29 and you are welcome to join us at either getaway! This special episode features a few of the people you’ll meet on the trip. For more information about Ocean’s 14 Coast to Coast, check out @oceans14xl on twitter.  

June 14, 2018 – When traveling to a city, it’s easy to get lured in by the trendy popular, well known places. But if you’re a seasoned traveler, you know the best places are the ones that the locals recommend. This episode, with the help of Yelp Community Manager Taylor, we dive into some of the lesser known bars and restaurants just on the outskirts of the strip. I also talk to Jeff L. about an unfortunate experience he had while venturing off strip and about his three favorite bars in LV. I’m also joined by Chris Taylor, aka Vegas Bun Boy, for a lively discussion about “How is this not a thing in Vegas?”. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute #Oceans14C2C True Gambling Stories Podcast How is this not a thing? Vegas Bun Boy Show twitter @vegasbunboy / instagram @vegasbunboy twitter contributors: @STSTCast, @Afterburn739, @afeliz79, @YoEleven_, @pstatesmd, @_Absolute0, @gamblinmcgoo, @melanieboock, @skyyontherocks What Happened In Vegas Downtown Cocktail Room (Sip & Tip speakeasy) Gold Coast Cornerstone Steakhou

June 9, 2018 – Vegas is full of so many attractions and thrill rides it’s no surprise that one of it’s nicknames is Adult Disneyland. On this episode we review a few of those attractions and I’m also joined by Melissa and Josh Solbach from The One With podcast who shares their experience riding the Big Shot at the top of the Stratosphere. Included in this episode are a couple of great hidden gems that I discovered while in Vegas for ZorkFest and 360 Vegas Vacation 6. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute playapod Vegas Playground with Luella Chavez Vegas Bun Boy Show Ride Reviews Singularity, Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire, Fear The Walking Dead: Survival, Adventure Combat Ops ( feat. The MR. BS Show) Regrets, I’ve Had A Few: Twitter contributors: @_absolute0, @wmpdll, @hkeysk8, @gamblinmcgoo, @DoubleDown4770, @clintontennsee, @MarkWittig, @TheTommyTodd, @DanKodyPodcast, @DEvoke777 ZorkFest/360 Vegas Vacation6 Trip Report: Capriotti’s Vesta Coffee Roasters Vegas Confessions Live show at Atomic Liquors Upcoming

May 17, 2018 – I’m still taking a break from the format of the show and three excellent guests join me for fun conversation and great stories. Eric Rosenthal from Vegas Confessions chats with me about Vegas regrets, Christina (@raisinglasvegas) shares with me a few of her favorite off strip hikes, and Cassi from the Mixed Feelings podcast has a hilarious first timer story that’s filled with weed, gambling, weed, food and weed. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute iHeartGeek show / twitter: @iheartGeekShow / website: iheartgeekshow.com Jidan And Randy’s photos Regrets, I’ve Had A Few: Eric Rosenthal / twitter: @erosenthal1029 / website: vegasconfessionspod.com ZorkFest Podcasters After Dark John Colson Photography Marathon Monster: @raisinglasvegas joins me to share some of her favorite day hikes close to the strip, Mt. Charleston, Red Rock Canyon, Slot Canyons near the strip, Valley of Fire and also to talk about the 360 Vegas Vacation 6 Exercise Experience First Timer Story, Cassi:  Travel Fanboy / twitter: @m

May 3, 2018 – I’m taking a break from the regular format of the show to have some casual, fun conversations with some friends about Vegas. This episode I’m joined by Shawn and Feliz from the Bourbon and Branch podcast, Keren from the 360 Vegas podcast and Travel Fanboy Adam and Epic Film Guy Nick to talk about a wide range of Vegas related subjects. Opening promo provided by the Bold and Belligerent podcast. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute • Congratulations to @whispers_vegas and @vegasbunboy on having children! Not together, but with their respective wives. Vdara death ray article Fun Places to Drink in Vegas: My guests Shawn and Feliz from the Bourbon and Branch podcast (@bourbNBranchPod) join me to talk about some of the fun, classy, divey, unique and ridiculous places to go drinking in Vegas. Stage Door, Stratosphere 107 Sky Lounge, Nacho Daddy, Taco Bell Cantina, Oak and Ivy, Mandarin Bar, Double Down Saloon, Dino’s Lounge, Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen, Lotus of Siam, Ellis Island Karoke, Peppermill Fire

April 19, 2018 – We kick off the 2018 pool season with a couple of great stories from Justin & Krissy from So I Married A Movie Geek. I also interview Emilio about the 6 years he’s been working at dayclubs and pools as a lifeguard, bouncer and porter. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute • Gamblepalooza • Vital Vegas – 000 Roulette, CNF Charges, Venue Fees, Processing Fees • I Shake My Head Faces Segment So I Married A Movie Geek twitter: @moviegeekcast facebook: facebook/moviegeekcast Aces Segment Emilio / instagram: @vmilio2027 /youtube: Mimo1991 Family Friendly Vegas: Bonnie Springs Ranch, Cowabunga Bay, Discovery Children’s Center, Adventuredome Theme Park, Shark Reef Aquarium, Tastes of the World at Coca Cola Store, M&M’s World, Lion Habitat Ranch Family Friendly Shows 20 Things To Do With Kids Vegas Pools: Poolside Blackjack / Topless Pools /  Shark Tank Pool / Dive In Movies 2018 / Lazy Rivers / Pools For Families / Dayclub Pool Parties  

April 5, 2018 – What should you do when a Vegas employee steps out of line? Julian from the Vegas Confessions podcast has a story about an unfortunate incident with a power tripping casino ambassador. We explore this issue and come up with some answers with the help of Faces and Aces Consumer Advocate Aaron, and Dub from the iHeartGeek podcast. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute • @onlywords1 PaidItForward at the fast food drive thru! Good on ya Christopher! • We’re going to be running the 5K and half marathon this November in Vegas. • Chris from the Vegas Bun Boy Show has announced BunFest2018 to be held in London this July 21st. For more information reach out to @VegasBunBoy on twitter. Faces Segment Vegas Confessions Podcast twitter: @vegasconfessionspod Aces Segment IHeartGeek website twitter: @iheargeekshow If you would like Aaron to consider taking on your dispute, you can email me, chris@facesandaceslv.com and I will pass it on to Aaron. A few upperclassmen podcasts that I tip my hat to: 360 Vegas, Tip

March 22, 2018 – Why destroy yourself in Vegas? Why not get in a workout and use Vegas as a motivation to get healthy? This episode we explore a couple of fun ways to either start a health regimen or continue your commitment to fitness while in Vegas. I also talk to Cousin Vito from Cousin Vito’s Casino Podcast about the upcoming East Coast meetup, Gamblepalooza. Topics on this episode: FnA Minute • Thanks to Dub from IHeartGeekShow for the useful info about lost and found in Vegas. • Add a shot of vanilla vodka the next time you order a home brewed root beet at Ellis Island Casino. • Good on ya @daniel0cean316 for your #PayItForward! Gamblepalooza Segment Gamblepalooza this April 20 & 21 Cousin Vito’s Casino You Can Bet On That Vegas Confessions Faces Segment Rock ‘N’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon Aces Segment Pole Fitness Studio Pole Expo Fawnia Mondey Yoga With Dolphins at The Mirage Wand Fight Team More Vegas Workout Experiences Racked Vegas – 14 Crazy Workouts in Las Vegas Trip Savvy – Get A Workout on Your La