BigHead Gets Brotox with BosBeauty | 333

Ethel M Chocolates Shares Their Legacy | 334

Lisa Vannerson, Creative & PR Director at Ethel M Chocolates, and Mark Mackey, Chief Chocolatier, sit down with BigHead to talk through how a Mars family legacy helped shape some of the most recognizable chocolate brands in the world and how that history eventually led to Ethel M becoming a staple in Las Vegas. We also get into what it actually takes to create premium chocolate at scale, how the cactus garden experience became part of the brand identity, and how tradition and innovation continue to shape everything coming out of the Mars chocolate world. We get into: * The Mars family history and how M&M’s and Milky Way were created * How Ethel M Chocolates was founded * Why Ethel M is a unique chocolate experience in Vegas * The cactus garden and holiday lights * How new chocolate flavors are developed and tested * How Ethel M balances heritage with modern innovation * The role Las Vegas plays in the brand’s identity today * What goes into running a working chocolate factory open to the public * The evolution of one of the most recognizable candy empires in the world * Some upcoming Ethel M events and new chocolates --- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com [https://heybighead.com] and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow [https://instagram.com/heybigheadshow]

BigHead Gets Brotox with BosBeauty | 333

Dr. Boston Crockett, founder of BosBeauty, one of Vegas’ hottest med spas, joins BigHead for a deep dive into everything from Botox and fillers to how aesthetic medicine actually works behind the scenes. We also get a full breakdown of what it really means to age well in a city like Las Vegas. We talk about beauty trends for men, common misconceptions around injectables, and even the more unexpected procedures people are getting asked about in the industry.  Plus, Boston puts Andrew on the spot with a Botox consultation... We get into:  * How Dr. Boston Crockett built a multi-location med spa business * BosBeauty services  * Why Botox is becoming more common for men in Vegas * Preventative Botox vs. corrective treatments explained * Common misconceptions about injectables and treatments * Boston critiquing Andrew's face in a live consultation * Life inside a high-volume med spa in Las Vegas --- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com [https://heybighead.com] and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow [https://instagram.com/heybigheadshow]

Mojo Juju Brings Rock Back to Vegas | 332

Mojo Juju joins BigHead for an episode filled with music, stories, and plenty of laughs, including exclusive live acoustic performances recorded right here in the new studio. Leah and Nas take us through how they met while performing in 27 - A Musical Adventure, the unexpected origin of Mojo Juju, their journey from cover band to writing original music, and why Las Vegas became home. We also dive into songwriting, touring overseas, building a band from scratch, and what’s next for one of Vegas' most exciting local acts. We get into:  * How Leah and Nas first met * The story behind the name Mojo Juju * Why they decided to start writing original music together * Their songwriting process and how each song comes to life * The transition from Los Angeles to Las Vegas * Performing for U.S. troops overseas and touring in Japan * What the Las Vegas music scene is really like * Their music landing in TV shows like Love Island and Love Is Blind * The plan for original shows in Las Vegas * The inspiration behind their newest music * Exclusive live acoustic performances of The Only High, Outta Your Mind, and, Mojo Juju's newest release, Misfit --- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com [https://heybighead.com] and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow [https://instagram.com/heybigheadshow]

The Hottest Place to Bet in Nevada, Boomer's Sportsbook | 331

In today's episode, Joe Asher, President and CEO of Boomer's Sportsbook and one of the most influential figures in modern sports betting sits down with BigHead to discuss the business of betting.  From helping build William Hill US into a powerhouse to launching Boomer's Sportsbook right here in Nevada, Joe shares stories from nearly two decades in the industry, explains what really goes on behind the counter, and gives his thoughts on the future of sports betting, Vegas sports teams, and why Nevada remains unique in the betting world. We Get Into: * Joe's journey into sports betting and building William Hill US  * Why he decided to launch Boomer's Sportsbook  * Nevada gaming regulations and what it takes to get licensed  * How Boomer's is competing against industry giants  * Why Nevada's sports betting market is different from the rest of the country  * The importance of retail sportsbooks in a mobile betting world  * Joe's appointment by President Biden to chair the Wilson Center Board * Building relationships with casino partners like Ellis Island * Responsible gambling and common misconceptions * NFL betting and rooting against your own team * The Raiders' future and Joe's thoughts on the upcoming season * Expansion plans for Boomer's Sportsbook * The future of sports betting in Nevada --- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com [https://heybighead.com] and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow [https://instagram.com/heybigheadshow]

Piff the Magic Dragon Turns the Table on BigHead | 330

On this episode, Vegas royalty joins BigHead! Piff the Magic Dragon, the legendary Las Vegas magician, comedian, and Flamingo headliner talks about his journey from struggling performer to one of the Strip’s most recognizable entertainers. From creating the Piff character to performing thousands of shows with Mr. Piffles, Piff gives us a behind-the-scenes look at life in Las Vegas entertainment, the magic industry, and what it takes to survive in show business (and business in general).  In this episode, we get into: * Becoming Piff the Magic Dragon * 11+ years performing on the Las Vegas Strip * The story of Mr. Piffles and his famous dog clones * Piff roasting our podcast setup * Working with Penn & Teller and the magic community * America’s Got Talent and building a Vegas career * The reality of maintaining a long-running Vegas residency * Life outside the dragon persona * The future of Las Vegas entertainment --- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com [https://heybighead.com] and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow [https://instagram.com/heybigheadshow]