Best Jon Friedl Professor Slots Podcasts (2024)

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"The Incredible Dr. Pol" - The Complete Dr. Jan Pol Interview 17:31

8d ago17:31

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"The Incredible Dr. Pol" was a great reality show on Nat Geo Wild that followed Dutch-American veterinarian Dr. Jan Pol, his family, and employees at his practice in rural Michigan. He joins host Steven Maggi to discuss his life, his show, and the life-changing magic of all those amazing animals.https://vegasneversleeps.com/…

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20d ago34:01

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"Rest in Peace, Billy Shaw" - From September 18, 2021 42:49

30d ago42:49

42:49

Back in 2021, our sister program "Sports Raconteurs" interviewed one of the NFL's all-time greats, former Buffalo Bills offensive/defensive tackle Billy Shaw. Sadly, we recently lost the NFL hall-of-famer to illness. This week, in tribute, we proudly rebroadcast his most recent interview with us. Rest in peace, great one, rest in peace.…

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"Holy Cash" - The Complete Paul Rodriguez Interview 29:01

2M ago29:01

29:01

Standup comedy legend Paul Rodriguez is now writer, producer, director, and star of a hilarious new movie called "Holy Cash." With a cast that includes Danny Trejo, Jay Mohr, Felipe Esparza, Emilio Rivera, and more, "Holy Cash" tells the story of a small-time con-man who discovers there is a lot of money in religion. His "ministry" then attracts th…

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"'Real Bodies' at Horseshoe Las Vegas" - The Complete Tom Zaller Interview 19:38

3M ago19:38

19:38

The "Real Bodies" human anatomy exhibit at Horseshoe Las Vegas (formerly Ballys) extends its stay for another five years. We were there when it opened. Enjoy this classic conversation with long-time entertainment executive and president/CEO of Imagine Exhibition Tom Zaller about "Real Bodies," his passion for creating memorable attractions, what ma…

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"The Dream Maker" - The Complete Xavier Mortimer Interview 30:14

4M ago30:14

30:14

His videos have amassed over 15 billion views ... Yes, billion! We have been hip to Xavier Mortimer for a long time! And there's a moral to his amazing story: Follow your dreams! Enjoy this Vegas Never Sleeps classic interview from 2019.https://www.xaviermortimer.com/https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"Last Train to Clarksville" - The Complete Bobby Hart Interview 41:19

4M ago41:19

41:19

Singer/songwriters Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart penned some genuine pop classics! Like "Last Train To Clarksville" by The Monkees. "Boyce and Hart" had Top 10 hits of their own, too! Like "I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight." Plus, the pair made some classic, memorable appearances on TV's "Bewitched, "I Dream of Jeannie," and more. Host Steven Maggi c…

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"Moms, Apple Pie, & Chevrolet (and Ford and Dodge ...") - The Nostalgia Street Rods Interview 14:25

4M ago14:25

14:25

As we celebrate the 4th of July long-weekend, we visit the home of more hot rods than you can shake a stick at: Nostalgia Street Rods in Las Vegas! What's more American than that?https://nostalgiastreetrods.com/https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"So Many Roads" - The Complete David Browne Interview 21:37

5M ago21:37

21:37

Are you a "Dead Head?" Millions of people are! Devotees (and you don't get more devoted than "Dead Heads") travel with the band, hold festivals .... Fans of The Grateful Dead are different than your run-of-the-mill rock fans. David Browne, a Senior Writer at Rolling Stone Magazine, has written the definitive book about one of rock music's most icon…

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"Professor Slots" - The Complete Jon Friedl Interview 28:25

6M ago28:25

28:25

He started out as an aerospace engineer developing new technologies for jet aircraft ... and then he started playing slot machines ... and then he started winning at slot machines! And now he teaches people how they can win at slots, too. Long story short: They don't call him "Professor Slots" for nothing! Host Steven Maggi chats with Jon Friedl ak…

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"The Buffalo Mob" - The Complete Wayne Clingman Interview 19:55

6M ago19:55

19:55

TRUE CRIME: Vegas ain't the only city with a long history of mob activity. Host Steven Maggi talks with celebrated author Wayne Clingman, aka "Mr. Big," about his new book "The Buffalo Mob: The Return of Organized Crime to the Queen City." And speaking of true crime, listen for details on pre-ordering the new book "You Thought It Was More" the stor…

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"The Last of 'The Boys of Summer'" - The Complete Carl Erskine Interview 52:13

7M ago52:13

52:13

Carl Erskine set a World Series strikeout record, threw two no-hitters, and throughout his playing days and beyond remained one of the Dodgers all-time favorites, in Brooklyn and LA. But, sadly, on April 16th of this year, we lost the Dodger right-hander. In loving tribute, we bring you this great interview we did with him two years ago. Plus, list…

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"At The Sands: The Casino That Shaped Las Vegas" - The Complete David Schwartz Interview 27:37

7M ago27:37

27:37

Oh, sure, "The Sahara," "The Riv," and "The Trop" came close, but no casino epitomized classic, vintage Vegas quite like The Sands! After all, it was the headquarters of The Rat Pack! The era-defining showroom of The Sands hosted only the best of the best and lured visitors from around the world; as did the world-class gambling (occasionally with c…

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"The Best Desserts in Vegas" - The Complete Donald Contursi Interview 21:08

7M ago21:08

21:08

OMG ....... MMMMMMMMMMMM ..... Our guest is Donald Contursi host and founder of Vegas' most delectable activity: Finger Licking Foodie Tours! While many of the tours focus on the savory, one of our favorites is "The Best Desserts in Vegas" - and it is every bit as decadent and delightful as it sounds. Plus, listen for details on pre-ordering the "r…

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"The Comedians" - The Complete Kliph Nesteroff Interview 17:24

7M ago17:24

17:24

Johnny Carson used to say that there is nothing more boring than a discussion about comedy. After listening to our guest, former standup comedian now author Kliph Nesteroff, you will beg to differ. He talks about this uniquely American art-form and his great book "The Comedians: Drunks, Thieves, Scoundrels, and the History of American Comedy."https…

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"On The Wings of Love" - The Jeffrey Osborne Interview 23:52

8M ago23:52

23:52

He started out as a drummer, but when he started singing, WOW! Our guest is Jeffrey Osborne, one of music's most versatile, soulful singer-songwriters with four grammy nominations, five gold and platinum albums, and a single that set the world on fire: "On the Wings of Love."https://www.jeffreyosborne.com/https://vegasneversleeps.com/…

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"Have You Been 'Portnoyed?'" - The Complete Neal Portnoy Interview 32:15

8M ago32:15

32:15

This week, learn how a former professional baseball player went on to become the most prolific, celebrated caricaturist and illustrator in Vegas: Neal Portnoy of Portnoy Gallery. "Have you been 'Portnoyed?'" Plus, listen for details on pre-ordering the new book "You Thought It Was More" the story of "Louis the Coin" Colavecchio the world's greatest…

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"Making of the Mob" - The Complete Meyer Lansky II Interview 39:18

8M ago39:18

39:18

Last week, we said "Elvis" and "Vegas" were synonymous. You know what else is synonymous with "Vegas?" Organized crime! Host Steven Maggi talks with Meyer Lansky II, grandson of the notorious mobster Meyer Lansky, about classic-Vegas, classic-mafia, and what it's like sharing a name that lives in infamy. Plus, listen for details on the new book "Yo…

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"Elvis in Vegas" - The Complete Richard Zoglin Interview 23:11

8M ago23:11

23:11

"Elvis" and "Vegas" are synonymous! Host Steven Maggi chats with Richard Zoglin author of "Elvis in Vegas" about how The King, anxious to put those silly movies behind him, reinvented the Las Vegas show and introduced the concept of "residency." This is a comeback story for the ages; for Elvis and Las Vegas.https://www.amazon.com/Elvis-Vegas-King-R…

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"Sin City Gangsters" - The Jeffrey Sussman Interview 42:32

9M ago42:32

42:32

Do your Founding Fathers have mugshots? Ours do. Host Steven Maggi talks with Jeffrey Sussman one of the top mob-historians in America about his book "Sin City Gangsters: The Rise and Decline of the Mob in Las Vegas."https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jeffrey%20Sussman/author/B001KIZ3HQhttps://vegasneversleeps.com/…

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"Million Dollar Video Poker" - The Complete Bob Dancer Interview 32:28

9M ago32:28

32:28

IMPOSSIBLE!!! There is no way you can make a living playing video poker! Au contraire! (That's French for "On the contrary.") Video poker legend Bob Dancer, author of "Million Dollar Video Poker" and "Video Poker for the Intelligent Beginner," joins us to explain that, yes, you can make a living playing video poker. And Bob Dancer can show you how.…

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"Louie the Coin" - The Andy Thibault & Joe Broadmeadow Interview 34:15

9M ago34:15

34:15

Where there's money, there's cheaters. Host Steven Maggi chats with authors Andy Thibault and Joe Broadmeadow about "Louie the Coin" Colavecchio the world's greatest counterfeiter.https://louisthecoinbook.com/https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"Stossel TV" - The Complete John Stossel Interview 20:37

9M ago20:37

20:37

You've seen him on 20/20, ABC News, FOX Business, Reason TV, and more. Host Steven Maggi chats with famed television reporter, author, consumer journalist, political activist, and pundit John Stossel.https://www.johnstossel.com/https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"The Scrambler" - The Complete Fran Tarkenton Interview 35:19

9M ago35:19

35:19

As hundreds of thousands gather in Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII, many are scrambling to find tickets, scrambling to find hotel rooms, and scrambling to find bargains. Meanwhile, host Steven Maggi sits down with the NFL's greatest scrambler: Hall-of-Fame quarterback Fran Tarkenton.https://www.profootballhof.com/players/fran-tarkenton/https://vegas…

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"Apples Don't Fall Far From The Tree" - The Complete Vince Lombardi Jr. Interview 33:16

10M ago33:16

33:16

Las Vegas hosts its very first Super Bowl as Super Bowl LVIII comes to town. Host Steven Maggi looks back on the first Super Bowl (the Chiefs played in that one, too) with Vince Lombardi Jr. son of legendary Green Bay Packers coach Vince Lombardi ... who's a dead-ringer for his father. (Packers won the first two Super Bowls.)https://www.allamerican…

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"Marriage Can Be Murder" - The Complete Jane and Eric Post Interview 27:21

10M ago27:21

27:21

"Murderous fun!" "You'll die laughing!" "This show KILLS ... literally!" The Marriage Can Be Murder Dinner Show at The Orleans Hotel and Casino - Las Vegas has been "killing it" in Vegas for 25 years. Host Steven Maggi chats with the happily married stars Jane and Eric Post about marriage and show-business, the show's continued success, and more.ht…

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"Laughternoon" - The Complete Adam London Interview 19:02

10M ago19:02

19:02

Everybody loves comedy, everybody loves magic, but people REALLY love comedy AND magic! And Adam London has been wowing them and killing them in Las Vegas for over ten years. His "Laughternoon" show is a MUST SEE at The Orleans Hotel and Casino. He joins us to talk about magic, comedy, the greatness of The Orleans, and the grandfather who got him s…

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"Food With Spirit" - The Complete Chef Alicia Shevetone Interview 19:26

10M ago19:26

19:26

Are you a DINK? (Dual Income No Kids.) Foodie? Then you know our guest: TV Personality, Pop-Up Chef, cookbook author Alicia Shevetone the creator of DINK Cuisine. Her new book "Food with Spirit: Alcohol-Infused Recipes" is fun, fascinating, and full of spirit - and spirits. (She's the host of "Sin City Kitchen," so of course there are spirits.) htt…

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"Deep Into My Eyes" - The Complete Kevin Lepine Interview 22:25

11M ago22:25

22:25

He's been called "The Rockstar of Hypnosis" and his show "Hypnosis Unleashed," the longest running hypnosis show in Vegas," has been killin' 'em downtown at the beautiful 4 Queens Hotel & Casino. But life hasn't always been easy for Kevin Lepine as detailed in his powerful yet hopeful new book "Deep Into My Eyes: From Victim To Vegas Headliner."htt…

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"HAPPY NEW YEAR" - The New Year's Show 43:09

11M ago43:09

43:09

Highlights from our many (MANY) great musical guests. Let's ring in the new year in style; Vegas style! And keep listening in 2024 for more great guests, more great shows, and the kind of fun that only Vegas can deliver!https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"Christmas in Las Vegas" - An Unforgettable Holiday Special 42:39

12M ago42:39

42:39

Vegas Never Sleeps with Steven Maggi presents "Christmas in Las Vegas!" Featuring great Christmas music from our many musical guests. You'll hear new twists on old favorites from Michelle Johnson, Clint Holmes, Giada Valenti, Rita Lim, Lisa Gay, Lon Bronson, and more. Plus an original Christmas song from acclaimed LV singer/songwriter Lannie Counts…

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"The Manhattan Christmas Suite" - The Complete Lois Travalena Interview 30:49

12M ago30:49

30:49

We all remember the late Fred Travalena as one of the all-time great comic-impressionists, but did you know he was also a great singer-songwriter? Fred's wife Lois Travalena joins us to talk about Fred's amazing career, their life together, and his awesome, all-original Christmas album "The Manhattan Christmas Suite."https://www.amazon.com/Manhatta…

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"The National Dog Show" - The Complete David Frei Interview 29:33

1y ago29:33

29:33

It's become a Thanksgiving tradition as deep and meaningful as turkey and football: The National Dog Show on NBC. This week, we chat with the show's long-time host David Frei about the show's history, its popularity, and the amazing dogs that bring us back year after year.https://nds.nationaldogshow.com/https://vegasneversleeps.com/…

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"Sound Man" - The Complete Glyn Johns Interview 15:12

1y ago15:12

15:12

If you've ever heard classic rock, you've heard his work: Glyn Johns! He joins us to discuss his new book "Sound Man : A Life Recording Hits with the Rolling Stones, the Who, Led Zeppelin, the Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Faces..."https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Man-Recording-Rolling-Zeppelin/dp/0147516579https://vegasneversleeps.com/…

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"Garbage Land" - The Complete Elizabeth Royte Interview 19:39

1y ago19:39

19:39

In a city filled with buffets, you'd think Las Vegas wastes a lot of food. (Not entirely true. A lot goes to food banks, pig farms, etc.) But not everyone is so mindful. Science/Nature writer Elizabeth Royte joins us to discuss food waste, her powerful books detailing the crises, and what we can do about it.https://www.royte.com/https://vegasnevers…

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"Memories Are Made Of This" - The Complete Deana Martin Interview 29:30

1y ago29:30

29:30

She's the daughter of a true Vegas icon: Deana Martin! And a great singer/entertainer in her own right! She joins us to talk about her sparkling career, her famous father, meeting Elvis Presley, and more.https://www.deanamartin.com/landing/https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"I Hate #@&!!! Meetings" - The Complete Byron Kennedy Interview 26:57

1y ago26:57

26:57

We've met a lot of radio executives .... They are not funny! But this former radio executive has SOMEHOW escaped the humorless boardroom and embarked on a very successful standup comedy career. He joins us to talk about the transition, the journey, and his upcoming headlining shows in Vegas and nearby Laughlin, NV.https://byronkennedycomedy.com/htt…

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"Inside ['The Outfit']" - The Complete Scott Hoffman Interview 29:40

1y ago29:40

29:40

"The Mob," "La Cosa Nostra," "The Mafia," "The Outfit," whatever you call it, its roots run deep, and not just in Las Vegas. But what's it like on the inside? Host Steven Maggi chats with author Scott Hoffman, whose father was deeply involved in "The Outfit," about his fascinating book "Inside" which details the internal workings of the mob.https:/…

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"One Tuesday Morning" - The Complete Catherine DuBrino Interview 17:34

1y ago17:34

17:34

It was one of the most frightening moments in American history! "One Tuesday Morning" is the harrowing story of 9/11 as told by New York City ER nurse Catherine DuBrino who witnessed the event and its horrifying aftermath first-hand. This is powerful stuff!https://www.amazon.com/One-Tuesday-Morning-Catherine-Dubrino/dp/168537221Xhttps://vegasnevers…

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"31 - 6" - The Complete Denny McLain Interview 48:08

1y ago48:08

48:08

A pitcher winning 20 games in a season is a big deal! 25 games in a season even bigger! In 1968, Denny McLain of the Detroit Tigers won 31 games .... and no pitcher has won that many since! Host Steven Maggi chats with the legendary right-hander about his Cy Young awards (plural,) the state of the game, and setting a record that may never be broken…

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"The Joy of Costco" - The Complete David and Susan Schwartz Interview 35:02

1y ago35:02

35:02

It's Costco's 40th birthday! And David and Susan Schwartz, two of Costco's biggest fans (they have visited over 200 stores and have been granted behind-the-scenes access,) have written the ultimate book about everyone's favorite wholesale giant: "The Joy of Costco: A Treasure Hunt from A to Z."https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-joy-of-costco-davi…

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"Mastering the Logline" - The Complete James "Doc" Mason Interview 33:10

1y ago33:10

33:10

The Hollywood/Vegas connection goes way back! In fact, actor, and Las Vegas resident, Mark Wahlberg has been working to make Las Vegas a "Hollywood in the desert." Now say you've got a script or great idea for a movie. How do you get Hollywood/Vegas' attention? To answer that question (and the many subsequent follow-ups,) we chat with James "Doc" M…

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"Raider Nation" - The Complete Phil Villapiano Interview 37:22

1y ago37:22

37:22

Though he ended his career with the Buffalo Bills, once a Raider always a Raider! As football season kicks off (see what we did there?) we chat with one of the all-time greats: Phil Villapiano! The 1971 AFC Defensive Rookie of the Year; 1975 & 1976 All-NFL Pro Bowl; 1972-1976 All-AFC Pro Bowl; and member of the 1976 Oakland Raiders Super Bowl XI wi…

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"Dave 'The Tour Guide' Galvan" - The Complete Dave Galvan Interview 31:27

1y ago31:27

31:27

FINALLY! A Vegas travel guide from a real Vegas tour guide! Too many "Vegas" books seem like they were written by people who have never been here. Dave "The Tour Guide" Galvan joins us to talk about his great new book "DaveTheTourGuide.com Presents: The (Unofficial) Official Las Vegas Travel Guide (Unofficially.)"https://www.amazon.com/DaveTheTourG…

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"The Incredible Dr. Pol" - The Complete Dr. Jan Pol Interview 17:33

1+ y ago17:33

17:33

"The Incredible Dr. Pol" is a great reality show on Nat Geo Wild that follows Dutch-American veterinarian Dr. Jan Pol, his family, and employees at his practice in rural Michigan. He joins host Steven Maggi to discuss his life, his show, and the life-changing magic of all those amazing animals.https://thecelebsinfo.com/the-incredible-dr-pol-cast/#g…

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"The Iliad .... and More" - The Complete Caroline Alexander Interview 20:21

1+ y ago20:21

20:21

Caroline Alexander is a contributing writer for National Geographic magazine and the author of several best-selling books: "The Bounty," "The Endurance," "The Way To Xanadu," a bold new translation of "The Iliad," and more.https://vegasneversleeps.com/By Vegas Never Sleeps

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"Boyce & Hart" - The Complete Bobby Hart Interview 40:21

1+ y ago40:21

40:21

Singer/songwriters Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart penned some genuine pop classics! Like "Last Train To Clarksville" by The Monkees. "Boyce and Hart" had Top 10 hits of their own, too! Like "I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight." Plus, the pair made some classic, memorable appearances on TV's "Bewitched, "I Dream of Jeannie," and more. Host Steven Maggi c…

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"The Boys of Summer" - The Complete Carl Erskine Interview 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

51:23

Dodger-legend Carl Erskine: The last of the Brooklyn Dodgers players chronicled in the book “The Boys of Summer" is being honored this year by the Baseball Hall of Fame, being awarded with the Buck O’Neil Lifetime Achievement Award. Host Steven Maggi and former-NFL executive Upton Bell talk to Erskine about his amazing career, the Dodgers' 1955 wor…

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"The History of the American Renaissance Festival" - The Complete Al Olson Interview 19:52

1+ y ago19:52

19:52

Who doesn't love a renaissance festival? But how did a place like America, land of cowboys, indians, and the Wild Wild West, come to embrace the Shakespearean and medieval? Host Steven Maggi chats with Al Olson author of "The History of the American Renaissance Festival."https://vegasneversleeps.com/…

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