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On the Corner of Main Street

Plaza Hotel and Casino

On the Corner of Main Street provides an inside scoop on downtown Las Vegas. From gaming and special events to new projects and the growing art scene, hear straight from the amazing people who are making downtown Las Vegas a unique and fast-growing destination. Recorded at the Plaza Hotel & Casino – on the corner of Main Street – Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel will be joined by special guests, including gaming industry leaders, entertainers, local officials and downtown partners, who will share their own

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37:47

Bono Plays the Plaza

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/09/28

Jonathan and Gary review the big events of the past couple of weeks at the Plaza downtown - none bigger than U2 playing a popup show on Main Street right in front of the Plaza. The group shot a new video that's part of its new show inside The Sphere. John Katsolimetes, aka Johnny Kats of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, describes getting word of the show and following leads all over downtown before the band rolled up on a flatbed truck in front of the Carousel Bar. Kats also talks about The Sphere

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45:50

Nevada Resort Association's Virginia Valentine

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/09/14

How do you go from being an expert of flooding to managing the flood of duties coordinating all of the hotel/casinos in Nevada? Virginia Valentine explains her career path in this episode. The CEO of the Nevada Resort Association speaks for all of the big properties in the Silver State, especially when it comes to laws and regulations coming from Carson City. Virginia also talks about the ever-changing sports betting landscape, resort fees, marijuana in hotel/casinos (spoiler: it's not happening)

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48:13

Nicholas & Co: Feeding Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/08/31

Nicholas & Co. is the region's largest independent food distribution service, and Peter Mouskindas is the Co-CEO. Peter is the third generation of Mouskindass to run the company, after his father and grandfather, who founded the business in 1936 in Salt Lake City. He talks about how the business has grown, how they cater to what chefs want – and how it all comes together from all over the world to your plate at your favorite restaurant (like Oscar’s Steakhouse). Hosts: Jonathan Jossel, Gary

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35:15

Las Vegas' Hosts With the Most

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/08/30

In this bonus episode, we dive into the life of a casino host. Nicole Osborne and Ashley McKenzie share their stories, and their journeys to the job. We also catch up with Esme Gonzalez, Director of Casino Marketing. And Jonathan shares the story of how the showgirl outside the Carousel Bar is now named "Ginger."

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58:37

Jacob Orth and Scott Roeben: Influencing Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/08/17

Scott's back for his fourth appearance, but this time as "co-host." That's in quotes so you know that the author of Vital Vegas is NOT on the Plaza payroll. Scott and Jonathan talk to another big-time Internet influencer, Jacob Orth. He's been posting YouTube videos on life in Vegas for several years under the easy-to-remember title: Jacob's Life in Vegas. He regularly updates fans on the craziest stuff happening here. He strives for fairness, such as doing a video on why you should stay at a

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40:19

Las Vegas' Super Bowl Maestro, Sam Joffray

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/08/03

Sam Joffray is the man in charge of Las Vegas' Super Bowl Committee. He comes from New Orleans, where he organized that city's Super Bowls, Final Fours and several other huge events in The Big Easy. Sam shares a few of the many, many details that must be in place for the big game: hotels, transportation, public safety, team headquarters, media and about 5,000 volunteers to make it all happen. And he answers the Big Question about when one may or may not use the words "Super Bowl."

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44:03

Pinkbox Donuts: An Immediate Hit in Downtown Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/07/20

It's only been a few weeks since Pinkbox Donuts opened at The Plaza, next to the Carousel Bar. But the lines are nearly always out the door, as Fremont St. fans grab a sweet snack. Pinkbox is owned by the Siegel Group, and Jonathan sits down with Executive Vice President Judith Siegel and Chief Business Officer Michael Crandall. The two share the company's progress in property management over more than 20 years. And we hear about Bagelmania, the modest strip mall joint that's now a major oasis for

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48:30

JRoc, Las Vegas Entertainment Pro

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/07/06

JRoc, aka Jason Craig, has been behind some of the biggest bars and entertainment venues in Las Vegas for decades. He was part of the original Palms crew - standing in line for three days to apply for as many jobs as he could. JRoc remembers tending bar at the original Playboy Club, and getting noticed by Bronson, now one the Plaza's creative forces. From there, it was being part of The Palms' reality TV efforts, producing his own shows, being an in-demand MC in Vegas and nationwide, forming Clique

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47:58

The Odor of Mendacity (in Las Vegas?)

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/06/22

Oscar Goodman is back on his stool in the middle of his namesake steakhouse telling tales from the courtroom. The centerpiece is about a trial in Texas and how he (with the help of his insistent client) blew up the testimony of three police officers who failed to notice that people were watching. Also: a question from Big John, a special guest from England.

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48:56

Gavin Isaacs, Las Vegas' Hall of Famer

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/06/15

Gavin is one of those guys who's literally kept the reels turning and cards shuffling for a couple of decades. The Australian got his gaming start in the legal department at Aristocrat Leisure Limited, rising to president of its Americas division. He was COO at Ballys Technologies, CEO at ShuffleMaster, and CEO of Scientific Games. Along the way he's held senior spots at Galaxy Gaming and Games Global. And he's advised SB Tech, DraftKings, Jackpocket and I.C. Intelligence. And last fall he became a

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30:46

Farewell Lisa Melmed

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/06/01

It's been a great few weeks at the Plaza, as the reimagining of Main Street is nearing completion. The Carousel Bar is open, and the new non-smoking, video-friendly casino is open! Jonathan, Lisa and Gary discuss, and preview things still to come. But it's also a bittersweet episode as the brains behind this podcast, Lisa Melmed, is leaving. Listen to learn the details! Hosts: Jonathan Jossel, Lisa Melmed, Gary Vickery.

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53:53

Noah Acres, Gaming Industry Innovator in Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/05/18

Second-generation gaming executive Noah Acres runs Acres Manufacturing with his father, John. The company says: EVERY casino in the world uses at least one of its inventions. Its most famous tools: the system that links slot machines to create progressive jackpots and another that allows casinos to track slot machine players by using loyalty cards. Noah and Jonathan talk about the future of loyalty programs, the move toward cashless gaming, and how to dive down into the deep data to rate players'

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01:04:13

Vital Vegas Has it Covered

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/05/04

Scott Roeben is the very first person to be a guest for the fourth time! He and Jonathan and Lisa dive into what's happening with the Plaza improvements, as well as downtown. Scott re-visits his dust-up with the Sahara, Scott still doesn't get the appeal of pickleball and bingo, even as he was caught in a wave of people exiting Super Bingo. Also: Jonathan tells the story of Big John, a London-based social media star who was the guest of Plaza last month. And there is a lot of pizza talk, including a

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57:53

Johnny Avello, Las Vegas' Top Oddsmaker

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/04/28

For the past five years, Johnny Avello has been the face of DraftKings' sports book, shepherding its rollout across the US. Before that, he ran Wynn's sports book - one of the few remaining stand-alone books in Las Vegas. Johnny recalls many of his stops in his 40 years in Las Vegas - and how he almost didn't make it thanks to his work at a not-so-legal casino in the heart of New York City decades ago!

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33:27

Sal Piacente Hunts Down the Cheaters in Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/04/14

For nearly four decades, Sal Piacente has been spotting casino cheats and advantage players. He recently taught Plaza's dealers things they never knew! Sal recalls his first exposure to gambling as a child - courtesy of his father. His dealing roots go to Atlantic City, but he also tells the tale of showing up at one venerable Las Vegas casino, and dealing craps a couple of hours later! Hosts: Jonathan Jossel, Lisa Melmed

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43:03

Oscar is on it in Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/03/23

Oscar is back with an assortment of stories from his days in the courtroom. Listen all the way to learn about a juror's "tell," the very surprising resolution for a Reno dentist accused of awful crimes, and how an autographed baseball helped him win a big case. Also: lots of questions from diners, and a guest appearance by the CEO of Plaza's parent company. Hosts: Jonathan Jossel, Lisa Melmed

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35:58

Podcasting in Las Vegas for Three Years!

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/03/03

We are three years old! "On The Corner of Main Street" started slowly, was interrupted by Covid, came back remotely, started recording again with VERY long microphone cables across half the bar at Oscar's... and we're still here. Jonathan, Lisa, Gary and producer Rich Johnson recall some of the best moments of all that time. They also catch up on what's happening these days, look back at the Super Bowl (and the loss by Gary's beloved Eagles), and answer several questions from loyal listeners.

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45:47

Plaza Las Vegas General Manager Sue Ascanio

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/02/09

When it comes to "been there, done that," few can match Sue Ascanio. The 30-year gaming veteran has risen from running the employee cafeteria at the Holiday Casino to managing properties in Las Vegas, Indiana and California. And now she's back, as General Manager of the Plaza. Sue is the first female GM in downtown Las Vegas. She shares her journey in what she admits is her very first podcast! Hosts: Jonathan Jossel, Lisa Melmed

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57:02

Oscar Goodman's Las Vegas Odds & Ends

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/01/26

Hizzoner is back! This time we've taken the greatest hits from Oscar's November Dinner Series talk and asked him to expand on the stories. The common theme of the random stories: how Oscar never dined with his clients (although his mother did). Also: defending the mayor of San Diego, and securing the release from jail of newspaper vending machines.

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01:08:34

Andre Filosi, Boyd Gaming's Man in Downtown Las Vegas

On the Corner of Main Street ·

2023/01/12

From slots to the 9th Island, Andre Filosi has spent nearly his entire working life with Boyd Gaming. He's currently the General Manager of Boyd's three downtown properties, the Fremont, Main St. Station and the California. Andre shares his own journey up the ladder, as well as how the California went from the verge of bankruptcy to the most popular destination in Las Vegas for Hawaiians. It's another great episode highlighting the history of downtown. Hosts: Jonathan Jossel, Lisa Melmed

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