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#119: What Really Happened at the VVN Invitational

Considering the high-stakes nature of the 1st Annual VVN Mini-Golf Invitational, it’s not surprising that some misinformation was disseminated. In this episode of Living in Las Vegas, we provide an accurate assessment of the event. We follow with a great experience at Capital Grille, which has the best deal on wine we’ve ever [...]

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#118: Hercules Punch and Cabanas at Caesars Palace

We covered quite a bit a ground on this episode of Living in Las Vegas. First, a gauntlet was thrown. (Pity poor Wayne.) Then, rumor has it we’ve got another LiLV Meetup in the works. Finally, we start getting healthier and to celebrate we drink from a punch bowl made of ice (and filled [...]

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#117: Broadway on Vegas at The Smith Center

When it comes to bringing Broadway shows to Las Vegas, there has been success (Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, Mama Mia) and failure (Avenue Q, The Producers). In this episode of Living in Las Vegas, we talk about The Smith Center, a “world-class performing arts center” that is expected to bring the [...]

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#116v2: Drinks the Size of Your Torso

This should have been episode #117, but an evil force (Windows XP) and Scott’s careless use of the delete key killed last week’s episode. Which was really a fun show. Ask the live chat folks. Anywho, today’s Living in Las Vegas features a special twist with our hosts, proves Nevada really is the [...]

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#115: How to Safely Attend a Ted Nugent Concert

For this edition of Living in Las Vegas, as we recover from a 4th of July weekend that included full-contact Mexican Dominoes and viewer questions about the terror that is the Stratosphere “rides”, Melissa and Scott debate the “message” Uncle Ted Nugent delivered during his concert. Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off [...]

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#114: A First-Hand Look at Crime in Vegas

Like any large city, Las Vegas has its fair share of crime. But when it comes a little too close to home. . .well. . .that’s not a feature. In this episode of Living in Las Vegas, we talk about crime in Vegas, share a personal experience, and show you a website that [...]

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#113: What We Found at the Sahara Liquidation Sale

In what was one of the most surreal experiences since we’ve lived in Las Vegas, this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast find hosts Scott and Melissa roaming around the shuttered Sahara Hotel and Casino, in what felt like a weird version of a scavenger hunt. Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada [...]

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#112: I Hope We Pass the Audition

In our first episode to be syndicated on Las Vegas’ AM 1400, KSHP, this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast features the great outdoors, man’s best friend, and proof that you can be a senior citizen and still rock. (And yes, I wore the same shirt four episodes ago. So [...]

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#111: Stranded at the Drive-In

Remember back in high school when you and your friends would pile into your buddy’s car and go to the drive-in theater? Well, you would if you were hosts Scott and Melissa’s high school friends! In this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we hear from Ellis Island Casino after our [...]

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#110: 1AM on a Saturday? Let’s Get a Tattoo

For this Memorial Day weekend, some of our good friends from California decided to visit Vegas for some much-needed “adult-time”. So for this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we check out some nearly nude “street performers”, drink “Devil’s Margaritas” by the pool, and spend early Saturday morning getting a couple [...]

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#109: Zumanity vs. Absinthe

When we saw Absinthe, like most everybody else, we thought it was funny, very entertaining and completely original. In this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we may have not been completely correct. (Oh, and we try our hand at golf. It’s not pretty.) Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off [...]

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#108: So Long Sahara, Hello Carpet Cleaner

On this episode of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we wish the Sahara bye bye, examine Melissa’s dreams, and provide the following tip: don’t let your dog eat fertilizer. It’s not good for the dog or your carpet. Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you [...]

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#107: News Shows, New Beginnings, New Dog?

In the course of the last week, there has been quite a few new and exciting things happening for your friends the Whitney’s. We’ve got a new show on VVN (with a sneak peek to boot), Pub Crawl’s David Ivy is about to be a rock star, and Melissa lunches with ladies and [...]

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#106: Our Nikki Beach Happy Hour - A Review

It’s hard to beat hanging out in perfect weather with good friends, old and new. In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we review our most excellent Meet Up / Happy Hour at Nikki Beach. Then we head over to the new Tivoli Village in Summerlin. Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada [...]

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#105: People ARE Moving to Las Vegas!

When we first launched the show, our tagline was, “With 5,000 people moving here each month, somebody had to spill the beans.” That was in 2006. Until recently, we’ve seen a net loss in residents here in Clark County. But in this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we hear [...]

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#104: Did We Find the Best Show in Vegas?

Once you’ve lived in Las Vegas long enough, you begin to notice that many of the shows on the Strip are similar. Same gags. Same stunts. Same music. But in this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we’ve come across a show that is uniquely funny, a little dirty, full of [...]

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#103: Another 2AM Nite in Vegas. Please Help Us.

The first late night (ie; 4AM) we’ve experienced in years (A Different Kind of Island) was followed by a 2AM night after tieing a mother down the very next week. So for this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we hoped to share a more mellow story. The key word being [...]

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#102: Tie Your Mother Down [In Elvis’ Shower]

After recovering from our Ellis Island adventure (that episode was the most watched LiLV video since the launch of the VEGAS VIDEO NETWORK), we decided to spend much of this weekend at the always-busy Las Vegas Hilton. In this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we hang with a comedic legend, [...]

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#101: Hookers, Gangs and $1.75 Beer; A Different Kind of Island

It’s amazing what you see when you stay out until 4AM on a Sunday morning in Las Vegas. Which explains why in this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about things that can’t be un-seen. Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you [...]

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#100: Snowing in Vegas? Ask the DA

As we celebrate our 100th episode(!) of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we take some time to reminisce, drink some wine, talk comedy, visit MGM Grand (courtesy of CBS), talk home prices and explain why nobody was surprised the deputy district attorney who brought Paris Hilton and Bruno Mars to court was himself [...]

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#99: A Return to Lake Las Vegas

The live show got a bit of a late start because Melissa had to have a “conversation” with a pharmacist before getting to the studio. Yikes. After that bit of show and tell, in this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast we head out to Lake Las Vegas for the first time [...]

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#98: Is Sinatra ‘Winning’ at Wynn Las Vegas

Along with news about the growth in Las Vegas over the past 10 years, this version of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast touches on the big Home Owner Association corruption case taken over by the U.S. Justice Department and whether the new Sinatra show at Wynn Las Vegas really swings. Show notes: Visit [...]

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#97: Step 1-Rob a Casino, Step 2-Get Caught (rinse and repeat)

You thought the guy who robbed the Bellagio was a little mentally soft, wait to you hear about the trio of geniuses involved with the Rio Casino robbery. In this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we teach you how not to rob a casino, followed by why visiting Maui as [...]

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#96: Breaking Bread with Steve

This last week was a sad one for the VEGAS VIDEO NETWORK family. With the passing of Steve Dacri (who hosted “Behind the Curtain”), this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast recounts Scott’s introduction to Steve. Show notes: Visit LASIK of Nevada (50% Off Premium LASIK + $200 more if you [...]

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#95: Returning to the Scene of the Crime

Interesting topics this week. . .one casino recovers most of the 1.5 million dollars stolen from it. Another is saved from public foreclosure in the nick of time. And more than half of all homes sold in Las Vegas were paid for in cash. In this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, [...]

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#94: The Professional Musician (2003 vs 2011)

One of the things that enamored Scott to Las Vegas when he and Melissa first moved here was that a musician could make a living, and do so without having to work a side job. Now. . .fast forward eight years — it’s certainly much harder for musicians than it used to be, but there [...]

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93: Is Las Vegas Still the Wild West?

When Scott and Melissa first moved to Las Vegas in August of 2005, the area had kind of a Wild West feel to it. It was exciting, expanding and not altogether trustworthy. In this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we learn life is certainly more refined ’round these here [...]

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92: Foreclosures, Not Just for Homes Anymore

With all the news about home foreclosures in Las Vegas (we’re #1, we’re #1), it isn’t terribly surprising that business foreclosures pop up in the news from time to time. . .unless it’s one of your favorite shopping, eating, and hanging out locations. Then it’s personal. (And confusing.) In this edition of the Living [...]

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91: A Local’s Look at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

There a lot riding on the success of the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Many think it’s likely to be the last big hotel/casino built in Las Vegas for another decade. It’s located right next to (and has to compete with) CityCenter, the $8Billion+, mixed-use complex owned by MGM Resorts International. And [...]

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90: Drunk Woman and Weddings

Everybody (with a heart) loves a wedding. There’s romance in the air. The happy couple have a lifetime of joy and happiness ahead of them. And, if all goes well, there is a really drunk girl stumbling around the dance floor. This episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast travels east for New Years [...]

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89: Fine, I Won’t Pick the Next Movie

As we recount many of our holiday traditions, this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast reminds the viewer that when it comes to watching a DVD on Christmas day with your family, a film that features full-frontal male nudity may not be the right way to go. Show notes: Weather (raining) / [...]

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88: Stealing Eggnog and Career Predictions

The sign of a great show is when Melissa gets mad at Scott within the first 3 minutes. Thus, today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast is another huge success. Show notes: Scott’s Intro starts the show off with the WRATH OF MELISSA Weather (65 and stunning) / LiLV Pool (48?!?!) LiLV Stuff Listener Line: 206.312.0105 Sign [...]

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87: Downtown, Why It Will Succeed (and How It Could Fail)

It’s been reported that Zappos is planning on moving their headquarters (along with 1000 additional jobs) to downtown Las Vegas (in the old City Hall). That got us to thinking, “How is downtown doing these days?” For what was suppose to be a shortened version of today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, [...]

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86: Cactus Lights and Deals with the Devil

Anybody can put lights on a Christmas tree. That’s easy. Try putting 500,000 lights on Nevada’s (and one of the world’s) largest collection of cactus (cacti, cactuses). And while you’re doing that, help Scott figure out if Melissa has made a deal with the devil. In today’s Living in Las [...]

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85: UNLV Basketball - Go, Fight, Win!

You’ll hear time and again that Las Vegas lacks culture. Really? Besides the strong art and music scenes here in the valley, many forget that Las Vegas is home to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. There are tons of UNLV supporters of all ages, many of whom are feverish fans [...]

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84: I’ve Got Your Good News and Bad News

Over the last week, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in national news about Las Vegas. . .some bad (not a surprise), some good (thankfully). For today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about a few of these stories and the impact they have on those of us living here in Las Vegas. [...]

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83: Fremont Street: Street Performers, Zip Lines, Comedy and Concealed Weapons

It’s the triumphant return of Melissa! Sound the horns! In celebration, we head down to Fremont Street (Melissa’s favorite. . .wait. . .who am I kidding. . .she hates it down there) for some good ribs, terrible street performers, flying drunks, crappy bands, great comedy and a lesson on concealing a weapon in [...]

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82: Special Viewer Email Edition

Just like other husbands, Scott sometimes struggles to get Melissa’s full attention. For today’s show, she just doesn’t seem to be there-there for some reason. Nonetheless, in this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we spend much of the episode catching up on many of the emails we’ve received from [...]

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81: Our First Vegas Video Network Episode

Welcome to the Premiere Edition of the new VEGAS VIDEO NETWORK version of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast (or. . .episode 81 to everybody else)! It’s been too long since we’ve had a chance to spend time with y’all, so today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast gets everybody caught up on what we’ve been [...]

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80: Enjoying Life as a Las Vegas Local

If you live in Las Vegas, you really owe it to yourself to get out and enjoy that which is Sin City. The weather. The food. The entertainment. And since our last episode, we’ve been busy doing just that! Join us for this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast where we regale you in [...]

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79: Cirque du Soleil Plus ELVIS - A Little Less Conversation?

Melissa and I are big fans of Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil and Elvis Presley.  So, combining the three into one big show has got to be fantastic!  Right?  Today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast gives you a personal account of our Viva ELVIS experience. Show notes: Weather (Nice and toasty. . .) / LiLV [...]

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78: YeeeeHaaaaw! I’m a Little Bit Country at Helldorado Days in Downtown Las Vegas

I’m pretty sure if it weren’t for that chewing tobacco thing, I’d have been a cowboy. Oh, and the cows. And that smell. And all that dirt and stuff. And sleeping in anything other than a kind-size bed. But I digress. Today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast brings out our cowboy and cowgirl [...]

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77: LiLV Podcast — Bowling, Beautiful People, Brrrr, Bird Poop and Blues

While not for the faint of heart, sometimes, you just got to pick a letter of the alphabet and form an entire show around it. Lesser folks would shy away from such a bold move. . .but not your fearless hosts. In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we focus on the [...]

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76: Living in Las Vegas, Acting Like a Tourist

While there are certainly a few things making life in Las Vegas a bit tough for many of our fellow Las Vegans (unemployment and housing prices, for example), we love that we live in a city that was once our go-to place for weekend getaways. We’re just 30 minutes away from some of the [...]

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75: [Video] Living in Las Vegas Podcast Four Year Anniversary

Today marks the FOUR-YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast! In today’s special VIDEO episode, we review a few of our favorite things about being hosts of this “groovy little podcast”!

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74: CityCenter: ARIA Hotel and Casino and Crystals

So anyways, we’ve been getting a lot of suggestions to visit the center of the city. . .but I have to tell you, I wasn’t all that impressed with US95 and Rancho. That’s when we realized, we shouldn’t have gone to the city’s center, but to CityCenter. In this edition of the Living in Las [...]

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73: Hip Checks and Short Skirts - Roller Derby in Las Vegas

Call me crazy, but there’s something to be said for watching a bunch of woman whoosh around a roller rink, kicking the crap out of each other. The teamwork, the strategy, the action. . .the Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. (At least, that’s what Tomahawk says.) In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we [...]

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72: Hanging Out on the Las Vegas Strip (and Why Las Vegas Locals Hate Doing So)

It’s a surprise to many Las Vegas tourists that a large number of Las Vegas locals hate hanging out on The Strip.  We, of course, do not belong to that category of Las Vegans.  We like visiting the coolest street in the USA. . .but understand why many locals don’t share our enthusiasm.In this edition [...]

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71: Late Night at ‘After the Show’ — A Treat for Las Vegas Locals

[Get this, we recorded this show at 2AM! Why? Read the show notes below. . .] This is the perfect example of what makes being a Las Vegas local so cool!  Every Monday night, starting at 11:00PM and going until 1:00AM Tuesday morning, a half dozen or more Las Vegas performers get together to perform for [...]

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55: Dining at Mirage's Stack Restaurant and Comedy with Vinnie Favorito

55: Ahh. . .dinner and a show, Las Vegas Style. For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about our evening out at Mirage's Stack restaurant, followed by the comedy stylings of Vinnie Favorito, who is performing at O'Sheas.

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70: One is Good, One is Bad: Las Vegas Hiking, Las Vegas Real Estate Agents

[Let’s set the mood. . .it’s a Saturday night. . .the studio lights have been dimmed. . .the red wine is ready and willing. . .what better time to record a Living in Las Vegas Podcast?] Professionalism?  Las Vegas Real Estate “Professionals” calling.  We’re a little lost, here.  Can you send somebody over? Okay, this wasn’t meant [...]

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69: Las Vegas Jazz + Las Vegas Comedy = Las Vegas Fun

How much do we love our Living in Las Vegas Podcast listeners?  Soooo much that 50% of our team was playing hurt for today’s show!! And even though Melissa was a winged wingman, today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast marches on with stories of Las Vegas Jazz, Las Vegas Comedy and proof that our listeners [...]

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68: A Las Vegas Staycation with Scott and Melissa

I think it’s safe to say that for those of us who live in Las Vegas, there is no better place to enjoy a “Staycation” (a vacation in your own town) than right here. . .in the town that REALLY never sleeps.  For this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we take you [...]

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Video Preview: Episode 67– Southern Nevada Art Gallery in Downtown, Re-piping the House, Miss USA, Britney Spears

Twenty-five minutes of Episode #67 of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, featuring information on the art gallery in Neonopolis, re-piping of our house, Miss USA and Britney Spears.

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67: Southern Nevada Art Gallery in Downtown, Re-piping the House, Miss USA, Britney Spears

Recorded in front of a LIVE Streaming Video Audience! Yep, we intended for this to be a quick show.  The idea was, instead of one main topic, let’s quick-hit a few topics and be done in 20-30 minutes.  An hour later, which included some fun back-and-forth with our live audience, this edition of the Living in [...]

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Video Preview: Episode 66– Springs Preserve

The first ten minutes of Episode #66 of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, featuring information on the Springs Preserve.

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66: Learning About the Origins of Las Vegas at Springs Preserve

Recorded in front of a LIVE Streaming Video Audience (click to see video)! For many of us, the search for our origins has translated into thousands of dollars of therapy.  And while I’m certainly not one to criticize the need to lay (or is it lie?) on a couch and travel back in time to explore [...]

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65: Living the Loft Lifestyle in Las Vegas

What a fun show to record!  Thanks everybody who joined the live video streaming session!! With the real estate environment in Las Vegas struggling, we wondered what was available in the loft market.  I’ve always thought there was something inherently groovy about lofts. . .seems like they’d be the place where Las Vegas hipsters might hang [...]

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64: Dining at Wynn Encore, New Year’s Eve with 20-Somethings and Live Video

Because we enjoy having guests at the Whitney Villa, one of the great things about Living in Las Vegas is hosting/entertaining visitors when they come to town.  For today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we first take our kids (who are visiting from California) to Wynn Encore for $ome fancy dining. Then, we review our [...]

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LCR06: Wallstreet Wealth Management

Website: Wallstreet Wealth Management Today’s episode features my interview with Staci Scharadin, the President of Wallstreet Wealth Management, a local financial planning company offering securities through First Allied Securities, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC.

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63: Swap Meets of Las Vegas — Where a Guard Tower Doesn’t Seem Out of Place

While Las Vegas is unfairly known for swapping meat of another kind (what? it’s true?  dontcha watch CSI?), today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast features our visits to two of the largest swap meets in the Las Vegas Valley.  Show notes: PHOTOS! Weather (cold) /Pool (crazy cold and leafy) LiLV Stuff Listener Line: 206.312.0105 Sign up for Email Alerts!! [...]

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62: A Tour of the Aliante Station Casino and Hotel

Twenty-three months ago,  the folks at Stations Casino did a Show & Tell about their upcoming Aliante Station Casino.  Last night, two years of planning, construction, traffic delays and speculation came to an end with the grand opening of the Aliante Station Casino and Hotel.  This episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast gives [...]

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LCR05: The Payroll Company

Website: The Payroll Company When I decided the time had come to begin working with a payroll company for my business, I was initially overwhelmed by the number of variables I had to consider. Thankfully, after some research and a much-needed recommendation, I found help when I discovered The Payroll Company. This episode also features [...]

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61: October MeetUp at the Asylum Haunted House

Greetings, mortals.  In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we recount (and listen to) the blood-curdling, bone-chilling screams of our October Listener MeetUp at the ultra-spooky Asylum.  Show notes: PHOTOS! Weather/Pool Report: ch-Ch-CHILLY LiLV Stuff Listener Line: 206.312.0105 Sign up for email alerts! Mouse Killer October MeetUp at THE ASYLUM Gordon Biersch The Asylum More Gordon Biersch

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60: Partying with Our Listeners at the First-Annual (monthly?) LiLV Listener Meetup

After finally having plenty of time to both physically recover and review and delete any discriminating photos/video/audio, today’s extended Living in Las Vegas Podcast looks back at the first-ever LiLV Listener Meetup, which took place at Trader Vic’s last month.  Show Notes (ADULT LANGUAGE): PHOTOS! Introduction by Cheryl Weather/Pool Report: Some Good, Some Not-So-Good LiLV Stuff Listener Line: 206.312.0105 Sign up [...]

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LCR04: Cosibella Home

Website: Cosibella Home Finding Cosibella Home, a warm, friendly shop that sells home decor and gifts that appeals to both me and my husband is one of my favorite discoveries since moving to Las Vegas. If you’re looking for that perfect something but you just don’t know exactly what that something is, this [...]

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LCR03: PORT Salon

Website: PORT Salon Since moving to Las Vegas in 2005, I have been on a three-year journey trying to find a hair salon that I could go to and expect consistent results. Until just recently, the journey was a difficult one! Thankfully, Scott found PORT Salon, and I have found a home for [...]

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59: Tips on Finding a Job in Las Vegas: From a Senior Recruiters Perspective

Since moving to Las Vegas in August of 2005, we’ve seen unemployment as low as 3.8%.  But more recently, we’re looking at an unemployment rate of 6.7% here in the Las Vegas Valley.  From where we sit, that’s too damn high (and above the national average).  So, for today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we [...]

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58: Its HereThe NEW Living In Las Vegas Website!

And on the thirteenth day of July, with thunder resonating from above, the Living in Las Vegas Podcast website goes from version 1.0 to version 2.0!  A great deal of work was put into our new site, we hope you like it (and tell us what you think!).  Show notes: Sponsor Podcasts Intersections by Interwoven, Interwoven’s [...]

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LCR02: Presidential Limousine

Website: Presidential Limousine If there ever was a city with high expectations when it comes to limousine service, Las Vegas is it. To celebrate the birthday of a close friend who was in town from the UK with his wife and another couple, I thought it would be really nice to surprise him with [...]

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LCR01: Acutrack, Inc.

Website: Acutrack I’ve been in the business of selling CDs for some time now. The company that handles all the manufacturing and fulfillment using their very impressive on-demand model (which means I don’t have to carry any inventory!) is Acutrack. Following the review is my interview with Acutrack EVP Asheesh Barman.

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57: All About Water (Hot and Frozen): Water Heaters & Wranglers

Is there a shortage of water in Las Vegas? Not from where we sit! In today’s Living In Las Vegas Podcast we dive into Las Vegas water quality and water heaters then root for our favorite frozen water Vegans, the Las Vegas Wranglers. Show notes: Sponsor Podcasts Intersections by Interwoven, Interwoven’s GearUp [...]

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56: I Need to See a Hooter and a (The) Mentalist--Stat!

56: There comes a time when a Las Vegas local just needs to walk among woman in orange short shorts and watch a guy freak out people with his mind. And since Melissa won't wear orange and I'm trying to cut back on the number of people I freak out, today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast features our experience with Gerry McCambridge, "The Mentalist", who is playing at Hooters Casino and Hotel.

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54: Your Questions and Our Answers About Living in Las Vegas

54: For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, it's all about our listeners. We've received many questions asking about living in Las Vegas so for this episode, we answer questions about swimming in Lake Mead, apartment rental, where we'd buy a house if we had to do it again, whether a 22 year should move here by himself, foreclosures, HOAs, crime, the most annoying thing in Las Vegas and much more (including whether anybody recognizes us in town because of the show).

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53: A Tour of the Palazzo Hotel, Casino and Shoppes

53: The Palazzo 'soft' opening was on December 30, 2007 with the official grand opening on January 17, 2008. We wanted to wait a bit before taking a tour of the latest luxury resort on the Las Vegas Strip. For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we give you a soundseer tour of The Palazzo, its casino and still-in-production "Shoppes".

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52: We Were at the Van Halen Concert...and Now, So Were You!

52: It's been 25(ish) years since I've seen Van Halen live. In celebration of their current worldwide tour, today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast features our live on-the-spot review of the band's December 30th, 2007 concert at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. (Warning, some cussin')

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51: Oh No! Arm and Wrist Surgery in Las Vegas

51: After four years of dealing with a problem with his right arm, today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast features the whole truth about Scott's elbow and wrist surgery for a problematic ulnar nerve.

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50: UNLV Football and the LA Comedy Club at Palace Station

50: Last weekend was Fun-o-Rama! In today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about our visit to the very nice Sam Boyd Stadium for a little UNLV Rebel football and then leave there for the comedy stylings found at the LA Comedy Store in Palace Station Casino.

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49: Camping in Utah, Visiting Bryce and Zion National Parks

49: Among the many advantages to living in Las Vegas is its overall location in proximity to other cool areas in the Southwest. In today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we recount our camping excursion in Utah which included a visit to Bryce and Zion National Parks.

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48: Fremont East District -- Revitalizing Downtown Las Vegas

48: There has been a lot of hand wringing about what to do about downtown Las Vegas. In today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about the plans behind the new "Fremont East" District and our thoughts on a recent visit.

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47: Lake Las Vegas (MonteLago Village) Wine Walk

47: Sometimes, you just have to leave the confines of the Las Vegas valley for a little fun, sun and [burp] vino whilst walking! In today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we recount our experience at the Lake Las Vegas/MonteLago Village Wine Walk

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46: Swimming at Hoover Dam and Dining at Social House (Part 2)

46: Part 2 -- In celebration of Melissa's 41st birthday, the girls flew in to LV to join us for the fun. For this version of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we begin the celebratory weekend by dining at Treasure Island's Social House, then spent the day boating and swimming in Lake Mead, where we enjoyed a dip with a view of Hoover Dam. We've decided to split this show in two to make it easier to download.

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45: Swimming at Hoover Dam and Dining at Social House (Part 1)

45: Part 1 -- In celebration of Melissa's 41st birthday, the girls flew in to LV to join us for the fun. For this version of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we begin the celebratory weekend by dining at Treasure Island's Social House, then spent the day boating and swimming in Lake Mead, where we enjoyed a dip with a view of Hoover Dam. We've decided to split this show in two to make it easier to download.

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44: Jury Duty and the Las Vegas Real Estate Market

44: For an inside peak into the Las Vegas judicial system, today's EXTENDED version of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast recounts Melissa's time on a jury. We begin by spending some time talking about the existing real estate market in the area and delve into some analysis of one of Melissa's dreams.

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43: Melissa is Elected to our Home Owners Association

43: In a blatant attempt to force Scott to address her as "Madam Secretary", Melissa was elected to our Home Owners Association (HOA). For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we explore the life of an elected official and also talk about celebrating our oldest daughter's 21 birthday.

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42: Partying with our Listeners is Fantastic!

42: There is no question that one of the perks of doing the show is the chance to talk with, and some times, meet the listeners of our show. For this episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we recount the fun we had with Mark, Lane, Neil and Sarah and spend some time listening to what it's like to be drunk when calling our listener line.

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41: Planet Hollywood Casino and 'Mesmerized'

41: Thanks to more comped tickets from Vegas Seat Fillers, today's Living in Las Vegas Podcast features a look at "Mesmerized", another comedy/hypnotist show on the strip. We also spend some time checking out the newly (and still being) renovated Planet Hollywood Casino (nee Aladdin).

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40: Scott's Birthday Celebration at the Red Rock Casino

40: In celebration of Scott's birthday, today's Living in Las Vegas Podcast features our stay at the Red Rock Casino/Hotel/Spa. We spent a couple evenings soaking in the Red Rock vibe and attended the coolest Cirque du Soleil show we've EVER seen!

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39: Las Vegas Weather, The Scintas, Tom Jones, and Melissa's Driving

39: Great googly moogly, it's been c-C-COLD here. For our 39th episode of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about bursting water valves and lots-o-other stuff as well.

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38: One Year Anniversary, Las Vegas Marathon, Gordy Brown and Celine Dion (among other things)

38: If this were Jeopardy, this show would be Potpourri for $1000, Alex. Today is the Living In Las Vegas Podcast one year annivarsary! To celebrate, we talk about a whole bunch of what's doing in Las Vegas.

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37: Holiday Cheer: Angels We Have Heard on High

37: Our last Holiday Cheers Song from the Living In Las Vegas Podcast -- The Latin/Jazz Angels We Have Heard on High from Scott's ChristmAcoustic II CD.

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36: Holiday Cheer: Hark! The Harold Angels Sing

36: After a holiday greeting from Melissa, a chat about our spoiled kids and a quick talk about Scott's new contact lens (wheeeee), our fifth Holiday Cheer Song is Hark! The Harold Angels Sing, from Scott's ChristmAcoustic II CD.

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35: Holiday Cheer: Noel

35: Today's Holiday Cheer Song is Noel, from Scott's ChristmAcoustic II CD. But before the song, we are treated to a little fun from Heather and Savannah.

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34: Holiday Cheer: Silent Night / Here Comes Santa Claus

34: I'm feeling in a particularly festive mood today. It's Friday, bills are paid, business is good, life is good. That said, this episode of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast features two-Two-TWO songs of Holiday Cheer: Silent Night and Here Comes Santa Claus (both from the ChristmAcoustic CD. (BTW, Happy Hanukkah too!)

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33: Holiday Cheer (1/6): Little Drummer Boy

33: It's the holidays! And in the holiday-giving spirit, we'd like to give something to our listeners. For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, and for the next five shows thereafter, we're going to provide a little musical holiday cheer from now until Christmas day. Each show will feature a tune from either of Scott's ChristmAcoustic or ChristmAcoustic II CD. Today's song is Little Drummer Boy.

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31: Hotel Fear Soundseerer Tour

31: For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we do our first-ever "soundseerer" tour. Listen in as Scott and Melissa visit Hotel Fear. . .and discover that Melissa is the best screamer since Jamie Lee Curtis!

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30: A Peek at Aliante Station Casino

30: The folks at Station Casinos held an open house to share the new Aliante Station design with their soon-to-be neighbors. Today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast gives you the inside scoop of what we saw.

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32: Hypnotist Anthony Cools and How We Got "Comped"

32: After being in Las Vegas for over a year, we finally get our first "comp"! For today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about the Anthony Cools Hypnotist Show at Paris and how we got in for free.

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29: Festival-O-Rama for The Whitneys

29: Today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast tells the story of Scott, Melissa and oldest daughter Heather's visit to BalloonaPalooza and the Las Vegas Greek Food Festival.

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28: The Hump Over Pahrump

28: In celebration of our 6th anniversary as a couple, today's Living In Las Vegas Podcast features our road trip to Pahrump.

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27: Paris Hilton CD Release Party

27: After what has been a crazy couple of weeks, we felt it was time for a bit of fun. In this edition of the Living In Las Vegas podcast, we head on down to the strip to check out Paris Hilton's appearance for her CD Release party.

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26: A Visit to the "Las Vegas" Zoo

26: Who knew? After seeing several "ZOO" signs in and around the Las Vegas Valley, this edition of the Living In Las Vegas podcast features our take on today's visit to the Southern Nevada Zoo.

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25: How Scott and Melissa got Hitched

25: Ah, memories. At the urging of several listeners, today's Living In Las Vegas podcast recounts the story of how two crazy kids named Melissa and Scott met.

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24: Melissa Tests the Judicial System

24: Today's edition of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast highlights Melissa's path from getting a speeding ticket to exiting the Las Vegas judicial system.

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23: The Living In Las Vegas 'Moving to Las Vegas Kit'

23: We get a lot of calls and emails asking for specific information regarding the cost of living in Las Vegas. In this edition of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we walk through a new feature on the website, the Moving to Las Vegas page.

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22: The Melissa 40th Birthday Extravaganza

22: Today is Melissa's 40th birthday. In this version of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we received birthday greetings from around the world! Thanks for calling to: Alma Lee, Cindy, Dave, Roger, Pam, Alex, Phil, Nancy, Dick, Savannah, Lee, Leslie, Liana, Jeff, Jackie, Darcy, Brandon, Michelle, Steve, Kia, Cindy B., Beth, Jan, Mark G, Roman, Tony, John B, Hunter, Joel and Jeff.

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21: Two Sparkly Things in Las Vegas--Illegal Fireworks on the 4th of July and Jewelry Shopping for Melissa

21: For this version of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we learn that shooting fireworks in this town is unlike anything we've seen before. Then, we're off for some diamond shopping for Melissa's 40th birthday.

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20: Neighborhood Teamwork 1, Big Builder 0

20: If you've spent any time watching local TV, you know that when a builder goes to the commission for a variance, it is almost always granted. In this version of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about how our little neighborhood took on a big builder. . .and won!

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19: Scott Goes to the Emergency Room!

19: If you're looking for a way to spend four or so days away from the daily grind in Las Vegas, we've found a way--visit an emergency room with heart palpitations!

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18: Dam, Those Are Some Nice Boulders!

18: Sometimes, it's nice to get away from all the bright lights and crazy drivers of Las Vegas. For this version of the Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we visit Hoover (originally: Boulder) Dam.

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17: When We Say "Break a Leg", We're Not Kidding Around!

17: This last weekend was a trip. We were visited by two of Melissa's cousins, and while we certainly enjoyed their time here, I'm not sure one of 'em will feel the same.

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16: Landscaping 101...or How to Lose $1800 Without Breaking a Sweat!

16: Where we live, you gotta do landscaping...it's the LAW (HOA law, that is)! In today's show we walk you through what not to do when selecting a landscaping contractor.

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15: Buying a Computer in Las Vegas.

15: Okay. . .Scott is a long-time computer geek. So, for him, buying a computer should be a fun, exciting experience. But guess what? Not a lot of computer knowledge in Las Vegas as today's show demonstrates.

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14: Scott & Melissa go to Italy!

14: What do people in Italy think of when they know you're from Las Vegas? CSI, and Poker, and more...

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13: Three GREAT things to do in Las Vegas!!!

13: A large reason for our move to Las Vegas was the weather. With spring having sprung, we spent the weekend entertaining ourselves with THREE fun activities.

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12: Building a Pool in Las Vegas--Oh My GOD!!!

12: Six months in the making, we are finally ready, after a great deal of therapy, to talk about building our pool. Also, a quick update on Melissa's Job Hunt.

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11: Scott visits the Blue Man Group open casting call and we introduce our newest segment; Melissa's Job Hunt!

11: While watching the news recently, we saw that the Blue Man Group was holding an open casting call for, well, Blue Men. So Scott decided to check it out. Then, we introduce the new Melissa's Job Hunt segment.

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The Living In Las Vegas Podcast is featured NPR and the Review Journal!

10: How great is this?!?! Within two months of starting the Living In Las Vegas Podcast, we are contacted by NPR to speak "on the air" about podcasting! Here's the scoop: LiLV Contest: Call 206.202.3223 and record a LiLV Intro, Selected winners get a copy of Guitjazzathon, Reviewing the actual NPR broadcast, This week's Hot or Horrible

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First, a visit to Mesquite. Then a "Drag" Show (and we're not talking about racing)!

09: We promised and we promised and we promised about visiting Mequite. And so we deliver our thinking on all things Mequite-y! Then, our search for some fun that was a real drag (get it?)! Here's some of what we talk about: Quick update: NPR contacts Scott (more on this next week), Mesquite trippin', Lucky Cheng's (Drag Queen capital of the world!), Things to do in a Drag Bar/Restaurant, This week's Hot or Horrible

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Celebrating Valentine's Day and Scott's Birthday Las Vegas Style!

If it's February, it's time to celebrate Scott's birthday AND Valentine's day. Over a three day period, we visited (and talk about): The End of Avenue Q, Tao at The Venetian, The Blue Man Group, Aqua Solis Spa at the JW Marriott, The Mix Lounge at TheHOTEL, Parasol Down Bar at Wynn, Dining at the SW Steakhouse at Wynn, This week's Hot or Horrible.

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These Are A Few of Our Favorite Things

February 1st marks our 6-month anniversary as Las Vegas residents. In this podcast, we chat about we've come to like about Living In Las Vegas. Topics include: Places to Eat, Shopping, People watching, Weather, Community spirit, Celebrity sightings, Home improvement, Media picts (tv, radio, print)

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First Friday -- Proof that culture in Las Vegas DOES exist!

After living in Las Vegas for six months, far and away one of our favorite discoveries has been "First Friday", the Art District's open house that takes place on, believe it or not, the first Friday of each month. We talk about our February 3rd visit:

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Lot's-O-Visitors make Las Vegas Living Fun!

Afraid you'll be lonely moving to Las Vegas? Not likely! One of the benefits of living in Las Vegas is the number of visitors you'll have. We add this podcast ahead of schedule to share our time with Michelle and Steve, good friends from California.

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Crazy-Ass Drivers of Las Vegas: Living In Las Vegas #04

Living In Las Vegas #04. First a little dark, then a little light. Topic 1--Driving in Las Vegas. Then, our "Hot or Horrible" podcast pick! Also, highlight future topics.

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Part 2--How We Got Here: Living In Las Vegas #03

Living In Las Vegas #03. A review of why we choose to move to Las Vegas followed by part two of the new home buying experience. Picking upgrades, getting the house built while in a different state, taking ownership, and moving. Also, highlight future topics.

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A Night at Cesar's Palace: Living In Las Vegas #02

Living In Las Vegas #02. We take a break from our regularly scheduled broadcast to talk about our night at Cesar's Palace. Topics include: Our room, Spagos, Branden Ogden, The Amazing Jonathon, and more.

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Welcome to the Living in Las Vegas Podcast: 01

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