Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast

BigHead sits down with Cory Harwell, President of Eleven Hospitality Group, co-founder of Carson Kitchen, and owner of Butcher & Thief. From lying about his age to land a dishwashing job to helping build one of Las Vegas' most beloved restaurants, Cory shares the lessons that shaped his career and why hospitality is about far more than just great food. We dive into what makes a restaurant...

Noah Ellis, CEO of Ofland Hotels, sits down with BigHead to talk about the unique experience behind Ofland Escalante, an outdoor boutique hotel in Southern Utah that blends adventure with the comforts of a traditional hotel. Noah shares his journey from washing dishes at 13 to working alongside hospitality legends like Chef Michael Mina, opening restaurants and hotels across the country, and build...

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 t...

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 unexpect...

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...

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...

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, t...

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...

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 t...

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 perso...

The Racing Zone team, Don Hamrick and Aaron Casanova III, join the show to talk about bringing one of the most immersive racing simulator experiences in the world to Las Vegas. Located near Tropicana and Paradise, The Racing Zone combines high-end simulators, motion systems, force feedback, real-world tracks, and competitive racing into an experience built for both hardcore racing fans and casual...

Disclaimer: None of the participants in this episode are medical doctors or licensed healthcare providers. The discussion is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. This week on Hey Bighead, we sit down with David Lindberg, entrepreneur, former cop, and what Andrew calls “the peptide king of Las Vegas.” We dive into the exploding world of pept...

Kari Garcia of tsp. baking company joins the BigHead team to discuss the secret to longevity in Las Vegas’s ever-changing food scene, the power of the internet, and tsp.’s path to becoming one of the city’s most iconic bakeries. Through the highs and lows of her journey, Kari shares how resilience, love, and community helped turn tsp. baking company into a beloved Las Vegas staple. We get into:  H...

Claire White from the The Mob Museum joins Hey Bighead for a fascinating conversation about the real history behind organized crime in Las Vegas. From Tony Spilotro and Jimmy Hoffa to the origins of the Black Book, Claire breaks down how the mob helped shape the city. We also get into how movies like Casino and shows like The Sopranos influenced public perception of the mob, the role law enforceme...

GRAVEDGR joins Bighead ahead of EDC Las Vegas for a conversation about his rise in the EDM world, the viral success of “Rampage,” and how a former cemetery worker became one of the most recognizable masked DJs in the scene.  He breaks down how EDC became a defining milestone in his career and why performing there feels like the “Super Bowl”.  We get into: Performing at EDC Las Vegas and why it’s t...

This week on Hey BigHead, we sit down with legendary Las Vegas performer Melody Sweets for one of our funniest and wildest episodes yet. Melody shares stories from her time as the iconic Green Fairy in Absinthe, how she got discovered in New York City, the reality of performing in Las Vegas, and why authenticity matters more than perfection on stage.  We also dive into burlesque culture, unforgett...

In this episode of Hey Bighead , we sit down with Lahna Turner, widow of Ralphie May, to talk about the real life behind Ralphie's comedy career... the rise, the struggles, and the legacy he left behind. From life on the road to addiction, family, and the pressure of fame, this is an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it actually looked like behind the scenes. We also get into the mak...

Derick Opela, Director of Services at Peppermint Hippo Las Vegas, joins BigHead to discuss the only gentlemen’s club on the Las Vegas Strip, the rise of couples visiting strip clubs, celebrity privacy, influencer marketing, nightlife culture, and how Peppermint Hippo is changing the adult entertainment experience with better service, local deals, and real hospitality.  Check out more episodes on H...

BigHead is back with another episode! We sit down with Draven, the creative lead and writer behind the Serial Killer Speakeasy, an immersive cocktail theater experience coming to Las Vegas. This isn’t your typical night out. Think true crime storytelling, themed cocktails, and an engaging and educational live performance. We dive into: What the Serial Killer Speakeasy actually is  The real stories...

Comedian, sports host, and Roastlemania Champion, Hailey Brooks, joins Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast for an unfiltered conversation on roasts, modern dating, and life as a content creator in Las Vegas. From delivering brutal burns to giving real relationship advice, Hailey shares what it takes to stay authentic while building a career in entertainment.  We get into: The Vegas Knight Hawks a...

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Davis, a TV personality, sports host, and one of the most recognizable faces in Las Vegas media, to break down what it really takes to succeed in the industry. From his early days interning for Howard Stern to now hosting multiple shows across Fox 5 and beyond, Mike shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building a career in media. We get into:  How he turne...

Another week in Vegas, another episode of the Hey BigHead Show. This week, the team dives into the return of the city’s premier food festival, Vegas Unstripped, the arrival of Sick New World and the Serial Killer Speakeasy, the Raiders’ newest QB1, and even a little love letter to… Caitlin Clark. --- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.c...

In this episode of Hey BigHead: A Vegas Local Podcast, we sit down with Chef James Trees,  one of the most respected chefs in Las Vegas and the force behind Esther’s Kitchen and several standout restaurants across the city. From opening in the Las Vegas Arts District to building a multi-restaurant group, Chef Trees shares what it really takes to succeed in the Vegas food scene. We get into: • The...

In this episode of Hey BigHead: A Vegas Local Podcast , we sit down with Las Vegas comedian Jarrett Seegmiller to talk about what it really takes to get into stand-up comedy. From bombing on stage to landing real gigs, Jarrett breaks down the behind-the-scenes reality of comedy, how social media is changing the game, and why open mics are where it all begins.  We also get into:  The truth about st...

In this episode of Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast , we sit down with the team behind Cornish Pasty Co. to talk about how they built one of Las Vegas’s most well-known restaurant brands. We get into the history of the Cornish pasty, how the Vegas location grew over time, why staff culture matters so much, and what small business owners need to understand before opening a restaurant. They also...