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Episode Description

This week experts debated the change of the slot handpay threshold with some still saying it isn't happening, but most agreeing that it is. What do we know and when will these changes take place. Is this enough or should it be raised even further?

In other news Amex has announced a new type of lounge and it is coming first to LAS. We also discuss: a NV gaming operator bankruptcy, a crazy Bellagio bachelor party gone wrong, bye golf hello houses, over the top garlic rolls, saving on Vegas trips, Blue Martini's closure, Strat's roller coaster and how you can cruise the Strip for free in a robotaxi.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 A new winning slot playing strategy
• 0:34 Bachelor Party gone wrong at Bellagio - Banned for life?
• 1:59 Great videos on saving on Vegas rooms, shows, food and more
• 3:09 Goodbye golf - Huge new development coming to Downtown Vegas
• 4:55 Nevada gaming operator files bankruptcy
• 6:41 The most painful hand of blackjack
• 7:55 $.99 over the top garlic rolls in Vegas
• 9:14 The IRS handpay threshold may have changed after all
• 11:32 Another example of Vegas fees and misleading bills
• 13:31 Cool history of the original Vegas High Roller
• 15:10 Strat’s early problems and why High Roller went away
• 17:10 Blue Martini moving - New 3 story Strip flagship?
• 18:52 Amex announces new “Sidecar” lounge concept for LAS
• 20:31 Cruise the Strip in a free robotax

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Episode Description

This week Caesars Entertainment launched their long rumored premium credit card offering. The new Caesars Prestige Visa comes with a ton of perks and ways to spend towards status, but with a $149 annual fee will it be worth getting? What other benefits are they including?

In other news this was the week of Vegas misinformation. Two false stories spread across the internet including one that mentioned UNO table games and another that discussed the handpay threshold. We'll let you know what is true and what isn't plus what other board games will be coming to casinos. We also discuss: Cosmo's camera mystery, M Resort's renovations, free pools in Vegas and the new $8B property from Las Vegas Sands.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Relaxing in Caesars bathtub
• 0:33 The week of Vegas misinformation - Uno casino games?
• 1:50 Several Mattel board games coming to casinos
• 3:35 Which pools are free to the public in Las Vegas?
• 4:58 The Hangover Experience coming to Vegas?
• 7:07 Did the slot handpay threshold change?
• 8:46 Cosmo’s mysterious mound of cameras
• 10:08 Circus Circus tram installation 1981
• 10:48 Las Vegas Sands $8B new property
• 13:37 Vegas is the best city in the US for recreation
• 14:44 Update on South Strip Cosmo clone
• 16:07 M Resort completes casino renovations
• 18:51 Caesars launches new premium credit card
• 20:40 How generous is Caesars new credit card?

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Episode Description

This week the gambling tax battle continued as the new rules were passed and lawmakers are trying to reverse the decision. What changes are needed in the gambling sphere and will the recent tax deduction changes be reversed plus what else should Congress "fix" about gambling rules?

In other #news Bellagio announced a new flagship restaurant to replace Picasso. It comes from a familiar name but will also feature a new boat dock and 33 foot yacht out on the fountains! We also discuss: 80s Wet N Wild, scooters on the Strip, Circus Circus 50% off offers, 4 Queen social media at it again, Nicco's insane 18 layer chocolate cake and how MGM may soon be automating baggage services.

Episode Guide

• 0:00 Scooters return to the Vegas Strip
• 0:28 Bellagio’s new yacht and iconic restaurant
• 2:59 Wet ’N Wild was so 80s good
• 4:16 Haunted Luxor ride?
• 5:22 Circus Circus 50% off offers
• 7:36 Aviators incredible new Nevada hat
• 9:18 4 Queens / Binion’s social media does it again
• 10:48 Groupon Vegas City Pass deal - Is it worth doing?
• 12:45 Nicco’s insane 18 layer chocolate cake - Only $12?
• 14:02 More robots? Automated baggage coming to Vegas Strip
• 16:02 Fair Bet Act trying to reverse new tax rules
• 17:30 Raising the gambling handpay threshold?
• 18:45 Credit cards and casinos don’t mix

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