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Where to Find Holiday Pop-Ups in Las Vegas 2025

We might not get snow in Las Vegas, but we do know how to put on a good show. So today, YouTuber Lydia Penn joins producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best holiday pop-ups in Las Vegas — from decked-out bars and light-filled wonderlands to train rides, ice skating, and hot cocoa galore. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 11, 202529 min

Surprising Truths About Nevada’s Gamblers

Despite the gaming's near-omnipresence in our city (airports, grocery stores, and every corner bar), surprisingly little is known about the gambling habits of locals. That's changed with the release of a landmark study just released at UNLV that looked into the rates of problem gambling in Nevada — spoiler: it's a lot higher here than it is nationwide. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the study's author, Andrea Dassopoulos, about the study's surprising findings, who is at highest risk (it's not who you think), and what can be done. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 10th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 10, 202525 min

How Our Oldest, Grittiest Dive Bars Stay Open

Sadly, Las Vegas is no stranger to seeing businesses close (RIP HUDL Brewing), but some spots just refuse to fade — especially our oldest, grittiest dive bars. Today, we’re revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler take us on a tour of five legendary watering holes, sharing the history, characters, and weird little quirks that make each one a true local treasure. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 9, 202527 min

Are Vintage Motels on Fremont Street Worth Saving?

Right around 2012, tech mogul Tony Hsieh bought up over 100 properties downtown, including a roster of aging, classic drive-up motels on historic Fremont Street. But today, years after Tony's death, nothing has been done with the majority of these crumbling properties, which neighbors describe as a blight on the area. Is it time to demolish them once and for all? Who even owns them anymore, and what do they say about Tony's legacy in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall, who's been following the Tony Hsieh saga, with all its twists and turns. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 8th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 8, 202526 min

Is the Grand Canyon Pricing Out Tourists? Plus, Affordable Healthcare Takes a Hit, and Bingo’s Back

National parks across the country, including the Grand Canyon and Death Valley, right in Las Vegas's backyard, will soon be charging international visitors an additional $100 per person entry fee. So how does this impact tourism-dependent Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler, along with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus, and Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis, discuss. Plus, a price surge for those on ACA healthcare plans is on the way, so what's the political fallout for purple Nevada? And to round things out, we celebrate the triumphant return of Bingo to the Strip! Learn more about the sponsors of this December 5th episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 5, 202532 min

Can Las Vegas Get Its Own Official Cocktail, Already?

Nevada may love the newly anointed state cocktail, the Picon Punch, but good luck finding it south of Reno. So co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss asked two top local bartenders: What should be the official cocktail of Las Vegas? Jonah Gibbs from Petite Boheme and Jennifer Yim from the Cosmopolitan, along with the City Cast Las Vegas team, create five drink contenders blending history, nostalgia, and pure Vegas spectacle. Now it’s your turn to weigh in — and maybe even order one off a secret menu yourself. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 4th episode: ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Dec 4, 202528 min

How Did Wall Street Scoop Up Half a Million Vegas Homes?

As Las Vegas continues to grow, locals are continuing to struggle to buy homes in our city. Are Wall Street hedge funds to blame? Review-Journal reporter Patrick Blennerhassett is here to help us answer that question. Co-host Dayvid Figler is digging into the reality of personal home ownership in a time of corporate buy-ups. Plus, they talk about whether a failed effort to limit corporate ownership of homes in the recent special legislative session would have even worked. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 3rd episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 3, 202523 min

The Most Epic Local Beefs of 2025

There are only a few weeks left in the year, so we’re chatting about the biggest clashes and the juiciest beefs that defined Vegas in 2025. Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Patricia Haddad Bennett and co-host Dayvid Figler to get into all the drama, from noise ordinance battles to secret recordings. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 2, 202525 min

Your Guide to December 2025 in Las Vegas

In this December guide, we’re sharing insider tips to bring extra cheer this holiday month — even for the Grinchiest Las Vegans. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are swapping ideas with artist Justin Favela for all the best things to see, do, and eat all month long. From hot takes on Mt. Charleston, to even hotter takes on seasonal drinks, and a starry tour of the night sky — we have your December on lock. Plus, how to rein in your holiday consumerism by thrifting. If Mt. Charleston is also a part of your Las Vegas holiday tradition, check out our guide to Lee Canyon. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a ⁠starter pack for you⁠ with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 1st episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dec 1, 202530 min

The Must-Buy Gift From Every City Cast City (Including Las Vegas!)

Join City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now. Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 26, 202546 min

Vegas Weather Questions Answered, Even the Weird Ones

The rain may have stopped, but that’s not keeping Nate Tannenbaum from schooling co-host Dayvid Figler on our desert weather patterns. The current traffic anchor at 8NewsNow and longtime TV weather reporter is here to answer your questions about everything from haboobs, to heat waves, and floods. Plus, how is climate change affecting his job? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 25, 202522 min

How State Lawmakers Hijacked Lombardo’s Special Session

The seven-day special session at the Nevada Legislature wrapped with historic procedural chaos, surprise alliances, and a marquee film tax credit bill dying by a single vote. Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down how Governor Lombardo’s ambitious agenda collided with Democratic resistance and unusual GOP crossovers, reshaping the political landscape heading into 2026. Winners, losers, and looming election-year repercussions all come into focus as the dust settles on an unprecedented special session. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Nov 24, 202525 min

Caesars Hit With Mega Fine, Gas Tax Renewed, and Santas, Santas, Everywhere

Caesars was just fined $7.8 million by the Gaming Control Board for turning a blind to an illegal bookie laundering money at their property — for years. Why did it take so long? Plus, why the County renewed a gas tax and the curious case of the sole opposing vote, and with SantaCon on the horizon — is it time to put holiday festivities back on the other side of Thanksgiving where they belong? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 21st episode: Simply Eloped UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 21, 202530 min

What’s Still Open 24/7 in Las Vegas?

Long gone are the days when you could have dinner at 2 a.m., buy Girl Scout cookies at 3 a.m., and go grocery shopping at 4 a.m. Despite our reputation for all-hours fun, our days as a true 24/7 town are behind us. So as the winter nights get longer and we lean into our nocturnal habits, where can Las Vegans still find all-hours amenities and fun? To answer that question, we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer Brent Holmes and foodie Giselle D'souza about where to find the 24 hour version of Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Nov 20, 202525 min

Can Democrats Get Anything Done for Nevada After the Shutdown?

Now that the shutdown is over (for now), what is our Congressional delegation in Washington getting done for Southern Nevadans — and as Democrats, what can they actually do? Today, Congresswoman Dina Titus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss what happens to Nevadans' healthcare, whether the Epstein files are all political theater, and her callout to local leaders to actually have a public conversation about the Boring Company's environmental and worker safety citations. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 19th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 19, 202522 min

We Just Missed a Big Water Policy Deadline. How Screwed Are We?

Last week, the seven Colorado Rivers basin states, including Nevada, blew through yet another federally-imposed deadline to basically figure our shit out and allocate our dwindling water supply. So what happens now? And does this stalemate mean that Las Vegas is going to run out of water? UNR professor Elizabeth Koebele, who studies the messy politics of the river, tells co-host Dayvid Figler why the states are in Mean Girls mode, and what we can expect going forward. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 18, 202527 min

The 'Texasification' of the Nevada Legislature

On Wednesday evening, Nevada lawmakers received an agenda and an official notice that the Special Session would start the very next morning. But now that the Spesh Sesh is up and running at a cost of $100k a day, we gotta ask: Did Nevada really need this? What are the governor's political motivations as he ramps up his reelection campaign? And what can our legislature learn from Texas? Co-host Dayvid Figler convenes a spirited conversation with both liberal and conservative perspectives: Jacob Solis from Battle Born Progress and Sam Mirejovsky from Sam & Ash Personal Injury Law. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 17th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 17, 202525 min

Why Senator Rosen Ended the Shutdown, Housekeeping Olympics, and the TI Pirate Show

This week, we discuss why Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada ⁠joined forces⁠ with seven other Democrats, crossing party lines to vote for the GOP’s budget bill and end our country’s longest federal shutdown. But at ⁠whose urging⁠? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to discuss. Plus, why the ⁠Housekeeping Olympics⁠, now in its 35th year, matter more than ever, and how the return of the ⁠TI pirate show⁠ turned out to be a big ol' rumor. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠ ⁠JK Studios!⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at ⁠Babbel.com/CITYCAST⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on⁠ Instagram⁠, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Nov 14, 202538 min

Every Apocalyptic Movie Set in Vegas, Ranked

Las Vegas has seen its share of wild nights — but what happens when the world actually ends? In honor of the upcoming season of "Fallout" set in New Vegas and a Fallout fan celebration in Goodsprings this weekend, co-host Dayvid Figler teams up with filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to rank the best (and worst) apocalypse movies set in Sin City. From "Mars Attacks!" to "Blade Runner 2049" and the cult favorite "Six String Samurai," they explore why Hollywood loves to destroy Las Vegas — and imagine what a real post-apocalyptic Vegas might look like (spoiler: no A/C, no water, and probably still some gambling). Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 13, 202523 min

What It's Like To Eat at Every Strip Buffet in a Week

As Las Vegans look forward to holiday feasting with family, many of us are planning trips to a classic casino buffet — there's something for everyone. And despite the rise of food halls, the Vegas buffet isn't actually dead. Just ask food writer Janna Karel — last year, she ate at every buffet on the Strip and lived to tell the tale. So we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Janna about which buffets are worth the trip, and how to maximize your buffet experience. Note: Since recording, ⁠the Luxor Buffet has closed⁠, reducing the ⁠total casino buffets to 12⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠ ⁠JK Studios!⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Nov 12, 202519 min

How Henderson Politics Got So Messy

Henderson’s looking less “sleepy suburb” and more “Bravo reality show” these days. Just last week, Councilwoman Carrie Cox was indicted for allegedly hiding behind a curtain at City Hall to secretly record a colleague’s conversation. To unpack how the city got here, we revisit our chat with co-host Dayvid Figler and Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison about Henderson’s growing list of political drama plotlines — from former police chief Hollie Chadwick’s firing and surprise mayoral run against Michelle Romero to council infighting and eyebrow-raising consulting deals. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 11, 202524 min

ICE Activity Is About to Intensify in Las Vegas — Here's What to Know

This year, the immigrant community in Las Vegas has been rocked by the intensification of ICE detentions (just look at the abrupt closure of Broadacres this summer, for example). But Professor Michael Kagan, who runs the UNLV Immigration Clinic, explains to co-host Dayvid Figler why things are likely to get much, much worse next year — and what we can do in the face of it all. Note: Las Vegas Neighbors get a special extended cut of this episode in their members-only feed (including a conversation about ICE agents and masks). Learn more about membership at members.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 10, 202526 min

A Lawmaker’s Secret Recordings, Nuclear Testing Confusion, and Airport Delays

We've talked about the absolute mess of a political drama in the Henderson City Council before, but this week, a new addition: Councilperson Carrie Cox was just indicted for secretly recording a conversation … while hidden behind a curtain. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to untangle the accusations and alliances, and how this might impact next year's mayoral election. Plus, where does President Trump's threat to restart nuclear testing in the Nevada desert just outside Las Vegas actually stand? And with Harry Reid International on the list of airports facing flight reductions, how bad are your holiday travels going to get? Learn more about the sponsors of this November 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 7, 202535 min

AREA15 Is Expanding — What's in Store?

⁠AREA15⁠, the arts and entertainment district known for immersive experiences and tech-infused art, just opened a 30-acre expansion to the public (including a never-before-announced exhibit we get to tease today!). But what exactly does "immersive" mean? AREA15's Chief Marketing Officer Amy Naples joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what makes an attraction immersive, share some cool perks for locals, and give recommendations on the best food and drink offered at AREA15. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Nov 6, 202525 min

The Knights Have a New Goalie: Should We Care About His Past?

Most Las Vegans had never heard of Carter Hart until the Vegas Golden Knights released a cryptic statement announcing a trial period with the Canadian goalie, pledging commitment to their "core values." As it turns out, Hart and four other defendants were recently acquitted in a sexual assault trial that became one of Canada's biggest sports controversies. So why it make so few waves in Las Vegas — and how did Carter Hart's case change hockey? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with CBC reporter Kate Dubinski about what Hart's contract says about how professional sports organizations are grappling with consent, power, and justice. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 5, 202527 min

How Prepared Is Las Vegas for the SNAP Shortfall?

The shutdown has put Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding in peril — but that's just the latest hit to the growing population of hundreds of thousands of food insecure people in our state. Southern Nevada already has one of the highest unemployment rates in the country, new work requirements for SNAP benefits go into place in January, and Nevada households pay some of the nation's highest grocery bills. And that's on top of the 1.3 million pounds of canceled food aid earlier this year. Perfect storm, much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Three Square Food Bank CEO Beth Martino about how their organization is pivoting, how the state might step in, and the surprising stats and stories she's hearing on the front lines of hunger. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Nov 4, 202528 min

Your Guide to November 2025 in Las Vegas

November is officially here in Las Vegas, which means all the fall eats and activities are here too! In this November guide, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with co-host David Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss their favorite ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Las Vegas and their can't-miss events of the month. Plus, they get into what and where they'll be eating this month, including all the pizza they can consume at the ⁠Las Vegas Pizza Festival⁠. Can't make it to the festival? Check out our episode on ⁠where to find every style of pizza in Las Vegas⁠ and do your own pizza tour! If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a ⁠starter pack for you⁠ with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 3rd episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Nov 3, 202529 min

Can Nevada Save SNAP? Plus, the GOP’s Odds of a Vegas Convention and Wild West Explosives

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds are set to expire tomorrow, leaving roughly half a million Nevadans without critical food assistance. Yesterday, state leaders approved filling the gap with a $30 million contingency fund — but is it enough? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss. Next, the team looks at why the GOP is looking at Las Vegas for a possible midterm convention, and what happened in the tiny desert town of Goodsprings when a box of good old-fashioning mine shaft dynamite was discovered. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 31, 202533 min

Your Bank Account Connected to a Slot Machine — What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

A Las Vegas-based company recently unveiled new cashless gambling technology which would allow gamblers to connect slot machines directly to their bank account via QR code. So, ya know, what could possibly go wrong? Then again … is there an upside? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by gaming industry veteran and UNLV faculty member Alan Feldman and Josh Swissman, GMA Consulting Founding Partner and Gaming Industry Expert, for a spirited conversation about the pros and cons of making gambling easier than ever. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 30, 202525 min

The Most Haunted Places in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a funky vortex where unexplained phenomena and unsettled energy swirl about in ways that send shivers down your spine, but there are some spots in town that have an extra spooky energy– and maybe even a few ghosts. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with ⁠Las Vegas Ghosts⁠ tour guide and long-time local scribe Brian Weiss about the most haunted places in Las Vegas to visit this Halloween season. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Oct 29, 202524 min

Will a Ban on Grass Affect You in 2026?

Think back a million years ago to 2023, when AB 356 was passed — that state law forbids watering so-called "non-functional turf" at businesses, HOAs, government buildings, and roadways. And the deadline to convert is coming up next year. So we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority about who has to convert "useless grass," if your doggos will go on potty strike, and why the time to convert (and take advantage of those rebates) is now. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 28, 202522 min

The Best Birthday Freebies in Vegas

With Nevada's birthday just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than with a roundup of all the best birthday freebies in town? Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on ⁠what you can snag on your special day⁠ — from shots to movies, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some fun suggestions on how to celebrate your own special day in Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 27th episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Oct 27, 202521 min

Can Nevada Spend Federal Funds in Time? Plus, Local Lobbying On the Rise, and the Return (?) of the Super Bowl

State officials are scrambling to spend use-it-or-lose-it federal funds before they dry up next year — why is that so hard? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, why local governments like Clark County and the Southern Nevada Water District are spending more than ever on lobbyists, and Las Vegas eyes the return of the Super Bowl — in 2029. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 24th episode: Water Lantern Festival Opportunity Village The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 24, 202535 min

How to Get Your Winter On at Mt. Charleston’s Lee Canyon

Mt. Charleston just got its first snowfall — and for us Valley-dwellers, heading up to Lee Canyon for skiing and snowball fights is a time-honored tradition. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Johnny DeGeorge, lifelong Lee Canyon visitor and current marketing coordinator at the ski resort, to get his best tips for making the most of your day at Lee Canyon. Don't forget to check out ⁠Ullr Fest⁠, Lee Canyon's winter kick off party on November 1st. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23rd episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Oct 23, 202521 min

Prickly Pear, Mesquite, and Other Wild Foods Around Las Vegas This Fall

We're not much of a fall foliage town, but there are subtle signs of the season if you know where to look — and some of those changes are happening right in your backyard. So we're bringing back a conversation between co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) about how to celebrate harvest season with the wild foods growing all around Las Vegas. Get your copy of "⁠Southwest Foraging⁠" here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22nd episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Oct 22, 202522 min

What Do Las Vegas City Marshals Do?

Metro police officers aren't the only law enforcement officials in the Valley — the Las Vegas Marshals are employed by the city, and their purview is a little different. So what exactly do they do, and why are they at the center of controversy this year? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Oona Milliken, reporter at the Nevada Independent, about her ⁠reporting⁠ on the lawsuits dogging Las Vegas City Marshals. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21st episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Oct 21, 202520 min

Nevada Is Now One of Three States With Public Health Insurance — Here’s What To Know

Healthcare costs are rising, and Nevada just rolled out a potential solution: the Battle Born State Plans, the state's first public health insurance option. But are these new plans actually affordable or just more “political theater”? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Tabitha Mueller, capital bureau chief at The Nevada Independent, to break down what the plans do, who they’re for, and why some brokers and Governor Lombardo are not fans. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 20th episode: Water Lantern Festival Opportunity Village The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 20, 202523 min

Protestors Face Revived Citations, Unions Clash Over Film Tax Credits, and Strippers Against Shutdowns

Ahead of tomorrow's No Kings protest, LVMPD Sheriff Kevin McMahill told Channel 8 reporters that they would be refiling evidence against protestors from June whose charges were previously dropped. What does this portend? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent Opinion Editor Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also look at why unions are on both sides of the film tax credit debate, and the sheer Vegas-ness of "Strippers Against Shutdowns." Learn more about the sponsors of this October 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 17, 202529 min

Why Rep. Susie Lee Says This Shutdown Is Different — And Worse

As the federal shutdown drags into its third week, Congresswoman Susie Lee joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the political deadlock paralyzing Washington and its very real consequences for Nevadans. Representing a swing district that backed Trump in 2024, Lee calls out Republican leadership for refusing to negotiate, citing looming healthcare premium hikes that could devastate working families. Lee also addresses intra-party tensions after Senator Cortez Masto broke ranks to support the GOP-backed spending bill, and opens up about her own bipartisan efforts — and frustrations — as a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. From the broader collapse of congressional cooperation to the local pain felt by furloughed federal workers, this conversation captures a key moment in a deepening national crisis. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 16, 202526 min

From 50 Cents to $15: The Vegas Shrimp Cocktail Story

Las Vegas might not have an official dish, but if it did, the shrimp cocktail would be a strong contender. In this episode, we revisit a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, also a culinary historian, to trace the unexpected rise of this chilled seafood classic. They dive into why the shrimp cocktail became a symbol of affordable luxury in Vegas, how a family-owned casino helped make it iconic, and where you can still find it today. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 15th episode: Black Mountain Institute Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 15, 202523 min

What to Expect in the Nevada Legislature's Special Session

Last week, Governor Lombardo announced his plan to convene a special session of the Legislature to take care of unfinished business — so what exactly does that mean, what can we expect, and are we at peak special session? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the ins and outs of the spesh sesh (#speshsesh, we're making it a thing, y'all). Learn more about the sponsors of this October 14th episode: Black Mountain Institute Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 14, 202527 min

BREAKING: State Accuses Tesla Tunnels of Nearly 800 Violations

In an exclusive from ProPublica reporter Anjeanette Damon and City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, a new letter from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) accuses the Boring Company of nearly 800 violations of a regulatory agreement in the last three years. The agreement was intended to hold the tunneling company, which has plans for 68 miles of Tesla Tunnels under Las Vegas, accountable for regular testing and oversight. But the fines proposed by NDEP for these violations amount to roughly $250,000 — just a fraction of the $3 million they could've levied. So what happens now? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Anjeanette and Dayvid to learn more. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 10th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 10, 202526 min

An Insider's Guide to Japanese Dining in Las Vegas

This weekend, the Japanese-American community will gather in Henderson for Aki Matsuri, their fall harvest festival. So to celebrate this food-forward holiday, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA @LasVegasFill) about the best Japanese food in Las Vegas. From hearty $12 bowls of curry to kaiseki dinners that can top out well over $500, there's a feast at every price point! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 9th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 9, 202521 min

The Feds Just Took a Piece of Nevada’s Lithium Industry — Is That a Good Thing?

Last week, Lithium Americas announced an unprecedented new deal with an unlikely partner: The Trump administration. In exchange for a multibillion federal loan, the Nevada-based lithium mine will give the federal government a 5% stake in both the company and the Thacker Pass mine — which is likely to turn into the country's largest source of lithium. So why is the federal government doing, ya know, socialism … and could it possibly be a good thing for America? Eric Neugeboren, reporter at the Nevada Independent, and Vince Beiser, author of "Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future," join co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss. Heads up, Vince will be giving a talk titled "The Dirty Secret of 'Clean' Technology" at 4 p.m. TODAY. Head over to the Lily Fong Geoscience building (room 102) at UNLV. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 8th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 8, 202525 min

The Bizarre, Ongoing Battle Over Tony Hsieh’s Estate

Next month will mark five years since former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh perished in a house fire — and the battle over the billionaire's estate grew even more heated when a purported will surfaced back in April. So what's going on with that legal battle? Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall has been following the court filings and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to catch us up on the bizarre twists and turns in this case: Mysterious names, missing witnesses, and unclear motives. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 7th episode: SNWA Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 7, 202529 min

The Mormon Influence on Las Vegas History

Field trips to the Old Mormon Fort downtown are a schoolchild's rite of passage in Las Vegas — the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is intertwined with our city's earliest days. But how much do you know about the influence of the LDS church on Las Vegas history and politics? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with historian Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits & Programs at the Mob Museum, and Allan Rogers, whose local LDS family roots go back half a century, to help us make sense of how a group known for their wholesome ways found a foothold in arguably the most sinful city in the world. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 6th episode: SNWA Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Opportunity Village Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 6, 202529 min

The Shutdown’s Local Impact, 1 October Memorial Setbacks, and Saving Spirit Airlines (Wrong Answers Only)

With the federal shutdown in full swing, how will Las Vegans feel the impact locally — and why did one of our senators cross the aisle to vote for a GOP funding bill? Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Nevada Current Reporter Michael MJ Lyle and community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett, and they discuss the shutdown's local impacts, why fundraising for a 1 October memorial is slowgoing, and how to "save" Spirit Airlines so they can hire back the 400 Vegas-based employees they've just furloughed. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Plus: Through Oct. 3 (that's today!) when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 3, 202534 min

The Best Bang-For-Your-Buck Meals in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is packed with $30 burgers and $16 cocktails, but where’s the real value? Artist and food writer Brent Holmes joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on the best foodie finds that deliver big flavor without busting your budget. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. And now through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Oct 2, 202524 min

Your Guide to October in Las Vegas 2025

As the desert heat finally breaks, Las Vegans emerge from their air-conditioned cocoons into the city’s best season. In this October guide, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with writer Scott Dickensheets and poet-artist Vogue Robinson to share their favorite ways to savor the month — from exploring bougie parks and taking scenic day trips, to tracking down the coziest comfort meals for sweater weather. They also spotlight can’t-miss events, including the Las Vegas Book Festival and even an operatic “Scream Queens” mash-up of scary movies and soaring vocals. Want even more cold-weather eats? Check out our ⁠guide to the best ramen⁠ in Las Vegas. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a ⁠starter pack for you⁠, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Las Vegas community. For ⁠even more tips⁠ on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out our newsletter’s take on what to do this month. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. PLUS, through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas! Join now at ⁠https://membership.citycast.fm/⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

Oct 1, 202529 min

An Insider's Guide to Glamping Around Las Vegas

If you've ever wanted to commune with nature but without the bugs, dirt, and primitive toilet situations, then glamping is the answer — and Melinda Sheckells, editor at The Town Magazine, has the insider tips. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the best glampgrounds around Las Vegas, and why glamping in the Mojave Desert has exploded in popularity. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode: City Cast Neighbors - Through Oct. 3 when you sign up you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Sep 30, 202525 min