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Mike Davis: The Voice of Vegas Sports and Spectacle

Join Jonathan and Gary as they welcome Mike Davis – longtime Las Vegas media personality and host of the Silver State Sports & Entertainment Network – for a fast-paced, funny, and refreshingly honest conversation. From his start interning for Howard Stern to navigating Vegas media, Mike shares behind-the-scenes stories about celebrity interviews, pandemic-era reporting, and […]

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Beyond the Canopy: Andrew Simon on Fremont’s Transformation

Join Jonathan and Gary as they talk with Andrew Simon, President of the Fremont Street Experience. This episode dives deep into the history, innovations, and challenges of Fremont Street, featuring insight on public safety, marketing strategies, and future plans for downtown Las Vegas. Learn about Andrew’s early career at the Mirage, the role of street […]

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From the Courtroom to City Hall – Oscar Goodmn’s Journey

Join us for an evening with former mayor Oscar Goodman as he recounts intriguing stories from the city’s mob era, highlighting figures such as Tony Spilotro and Frank Rosenthal. Delve into Oscar’s career as a defense lawyer for a reputed mobster, his personal anecdotes, and the legal battles that defined Las Vegas. With humor and […]

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Vegas Stories with Brittney Palmer: Art, UFC, and More

Join Jonathan and Gary as they sit down with multi-talented artist and former UFC Ring Girl, Brittney Palmer. In this episode, Brittney shares her journey from dancing and cocktail waitressing in Las Vegas to becoming an internationally celebrated artist. Listen in as Brittney talks about her experiences growing up in Las Vegas, working as a […]

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From Gaming Regulation to Raider Nation: Sandra Douglass Morgan

In this episode, Jonathan and Gary interview Sandra Douglas Morgan, president of Las Vegas Raiders. Morgan discusses her journey from last Vegas native to a pioneering leader in sports, touching on topics such as her upbringing, extensive background in gaming regulation, and transition to her current role. They also explore the impact of Allegiant Stadium […]

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Five Years of Plaza Podcast: Milestones and Memories

In this special 5th anniversary episode of ‘On the Corner of Main Street’, hosts Jonathan Jossel and Gary Vickery welcome guest Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas for his 5th appearance. They discuss significant investments at the Plaza, including remodeling table games, introducing new food and beverage options, and collaborating with social media influencers like Brian […]

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Mob Tales, Martinis, And Mayor Moments: An Evening with Oscar Goodman

Join host Jonathan Jossel and legendary former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman in a special edition of the “On The Corner of Main Street” podcast recorded live at Oscar’s Steakhouse during Oscar’s famous Dinner Series! In this wide-ranging (and always entertaining) conversation, Oscar dives into unforgettable stories from his days as a high-profile attorney, his […]

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Legends & Las Vegas: A Conversation with Casino Pioneer’s Barry Shier & Oliver Lovat

In this visually enhanced episode, recorded at Oscar’s Steakhouse inside the Plaza Hotel & Casino, Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel sits down with Barry Shier-one of Vegas’s most respected gaming executives and a central figure in Steve Wynn’s Golden Nugget era. Joined by Vegas historian (and regular guest) Oliver Lovat, they explore the origins of the […]

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From ETGs to Marbles: John Connelly of Interblock on the Next Wave of Casino Gaming

Jonathan and Gary sit down with John Connelly—CEO of Interblock and a major force in gaming innovation—to explore where the industry is headed next. John breaks down the rise of Electronic Table Games (ETGs), reveals how COVID actually helped Interblock double in size, and teases Amuse, their brand-new “fourth category” of casino entertainment. Get an […]

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Mayor Shelley Berkeley: From Goodman to Good Woman

In this special episode of “On the Corner of Main Street,” recorded right in the heart of Oscar’s Steakhouse, we’re honored to welcome the newly sworn-in 24th Mayor of Las Vegas, Shelley Berkley. After nearly 25 years under the Goodmans, the city is entering an exciting new chapter—and Mayor Berkley’s first week on the job […]

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Welcome To The Weekend

Plaza’s Welcome to the Weekend Summer Friday Fireworks is lighting up the sky above Downtown Las Vegas every Friday night at 9:15pm.

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