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

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]

Betting on Vegas with Boomer's Sportsbook | 329

BigHead is in a brand new studio and officially breaking it in. New space, new offices, and our first episode from the new set up.    In this episode, we sit down with Nick Bogdanovich, Head of Trading at Boomer’s Sportsbook. Nick has been in the sports betting industry for decades, working across some of the biggest books in Nevada and now running the trading side of Boomer’s, Nevada's only independent sportsbook currently. We get into: * How Nick got started in sports betting and working his way up in Vegas sportsbooks * What “setting a line” actually means and how numbers are created * If sportsbooks try to balance action on both sides of a bet * Why no sportsbook ever has a perfectly balanced book * How odds move from opening numbers to game time * The difference between sharp money and recreational betting action * How props and player markets exploded with modern technology * How mobile betting completely changed the industry * What makes Boomer’s different than other sportsbooks --- Ready to Bet with Boomer's Sportsbook? Use Code: BIGDOG Get $50 bonus bet after making your first $100 bet Sign-Up Offer: First deposit match of up to $250 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]

From Rolling Stone to Vegas Unstripped with Eric Gladstone | 328

Eric Gladstone joins BigHead to share one of the most fascinating career journeys we've heard on the show. Long before becoming a driving force behind the Feast of Friends and Vegas Unstripped, Eric spent decades in music journalism, interviewing some of the most renowned and celebrated musicians in the world. His career eventually brought him to Las Vegas, where he helped tell the story of the city's evolving food scene and became one of its biggest advocates. We talk about Eric's years covering music, the surprising role Robin Leach played in bringing him to Vegas, the creation of Vegas Unstripped, the challenges facing local media, and why independent restaurants matter more than ever in Las Vegas. In this episode: • Eric's early years in music journalism and writing for major publications • Interviews with artists including Beck, Beastie Boys, Yoko Ono, and Smashing Pumpkins • How Robin Leach helped introduce him to Las Vegas • The story behind Feast of Friends • The creation of Vegas Unstripped • Why Vegas media is different from other major cities • What makes restaurants succeed in Las Vegas • Why independent restaurants are so important in Vegas • Food trends, influencers, AI, and the future of marketing • Eric's vision for the next chapter of Las Vegas food culture --- If you searched Hey Big Head, Big Head Show, or a similar name, you found the right show. 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]

From Cougarlicious to Comedy: Donna Joy Joins BigHead | 327

BigHead sits down with comedian, podcast host, and Cougarlicious founder Donna Joy for a conversation that covers a little of everything! Donna shares how a stand-up comedy bit evolved into the Cougarlicious brand, why she launched the Cougarlicious Cub House podcast, and what she's learned from interviewing some of Las Vegas' most entertaining personalities. We discuss: * Building a personal brand from scratch * The art of conversation in a digital world• Authenticity in comedy, marketing, and podcasting * Old-school Las Vegas entertainment versus modern Vegas• The future of AI and media * Growing up Catholic * The surprising stories behind comedians and performers Plus, Donna previews upcoming guests, shares stories from her comedy career, and explains the inspiration behind some of her "cheekiest" Cougarlicious merchandise. --- 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]