Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast

Josh Cole, owner of Work of Art Tattoo & Piercing in Vegas, joins BigHead alongside apprentice Teralyn Cotter and Josh Connelly to share stories about prison, addiction, recovery, and starting over. After spending years behind bars, Josh turned his passion for art into a career and created Second Chance Ink, an initiative that provides free cover-ups for gang-related tattoos.All three guests share their experiences rebuilding their lives and helping others do the same, including opening a sober living house and helping others find work.We get into:Tattooing in prisonHow Josh Cole & Josh Connelly metAddiction and recoveryTera's journey to a new lifeInspiration behind Second Chance InkThe free gang tattoo cover-up programJosh Connelly's Halls of Renewal sober livingFinding a support system and building a life after prisonThe Vegas tattoo scene and the people working to make a difference---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

It’s Election Day, and we’re talking about the latest in Vegas politics, including a local rally featuring Aaron Ford, Susie Lee and other Nevada leaders. Plus, someone managed to project Trump "Out" onto Trump Hotel here on the Strip.We also recap Halloween weekend, talk new Vegas Golden Knights jerseys, the upcoming PBR Teams Championship, and the rodeo culture that takes over Vegas every winter.We get into: Nevada’s Election DayPodcasts in politics- The viral Trump "Out” projectionHalloween weekendLegal Limit with Lisa Foiles and RoastlemaniaVGK's Hometown Remix JerseysCarmine Vento's LegacyPBR Teams ChampionshipCowboys, juggalos, CrossFitters and more---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Seth Robichaux does it all here in Vegas. He's a comedian, singer, actor, and all-around entertainer bringing old-school showmanship to the Vegas entertainment scene. Seth joins BigHead to talk about finding his place in Vegas, the state of live entertainment today, and his show Too Glam to Give a Damn.Also, court is in session as Seth sentences locals based off their hypothetical Vegas crimes...allegedly...We get into:Moving from Louisiana to Las VegasHis friendships with Wes Meadows and other local entertainersDolly Parton, Joan Rivers, Bette Midler, and Debbie ReynoldsHis approach to comedy, songwriting, and performingToo Glam to Give a DamnWhy old-school showmanship and connecting with audiences still matterCarrot Top’s return to the StripThe Flamingo animal cruelty caseLisa Las VegasThe Gyrating Johnson IncidentSeth’s plans for a musical comedy album, touring, and a bigger showA few questionable Vegas decisions put on trial by Judge Seth Robichaux---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Bobby Khan, an independent candidate for Nevada’s 1st Congressional District whose gone viral for his "Bobby Walk" videos, joins BigHead to do his Bobby Talk. We discuss his unconventional campaign, his past, and why he believes the political system needs a major shake-up.Why is Bobby Khan banned from MGM properties? What's up with the rising costs of visiting Vegas? What is Bobby's vision for the future of Vegas? We cover it all!We get into:How the viral Bobby Walk took off on social mediaHis experience with the federal justice system and criminal recordsEliminating federal taxes on gambling winningsCreating job opportunities for incarcerated peopleProtecting Nevada’s wild horsesWhy he believes California should invest in ocean desalinationMGM Resorts, Strip prices, and the loss of value for visitorsVegas casino operators he thinks are getting it rightWhat he would prioritize in his first year in Congress---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Vegas mentalist Frederic Da Silva joins BigHead to share how he went from a five-year-old fascinated by magic in France to performing his show, Paranormal, on the Las Vegas Strip. After 12 years of countless rejections and a rocky start launching his show, Frederic's obsession with mentalism wouldn't allow him to give up. Also, the team's minds are blown by some IMPOSSIBLE mentalism live on the show!We get into:His journey to his residency at HorseshoeSetbacks, scams, and financial struggles behind ParanormalMentalism vs traditional magicWhy he walked away from elaborate stage illusionsSacrifices required to pursue a dream 100%The future of live entertainment in Las VegasPerforming 250 shows a year and never taking a vacationHis advice for aspiring magicians and entertainers---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

The creators of Vegas' Roastlemania, Mike Krasner and Sean Reddy, are on BigHead! They talk about bringing wrestling-style drama to roast battles, complete with championship belts, rivalries, judges, and a trash can trophy for the comic who bombs the hardest.We also get into the Vegas comedy scene, why some comics can dish it out but can’t take it, and Mike’s outlook on the local talent.We get into:How Roastlemania has evolvedThe championship belts vs the trash awardsWrestling entrance music and the ridiculous things people do for a laughHurt feelingsSocial media and comedyWho Mike and Sean think have a shot at making it in comedyWhat to expect at Roastlemania 12 on HalloweenEvent Details: Roastlemania 12Date: October 31Location: Wiseguys Comedy ClubTickets: https://www.wiseguysvegas.com/town-square/e/roastlemania-12---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Mike Davis is back on BigHead! The Fox 5 host and Silver State Sports & Entertainment Network personality joins us for a conversation about where Vegas media is headed, why authenticity matters, and how to build a real connection with an audience.Are influencers too polished now? Does being bold help or hurt your role in media? Mike shares his perspective on the industry and what it takes to stand out. We get into:Why the podcasting platform is a great opportunity for guestsThe growing problem with influencer cultureHoward Stern and his thoughts on the new HBO seriesWhat’s next for Silver State Sports & Entertainment NetworkA little pop culture disagreement over Sabrina CarpenterWhy being bold can change your career---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Entellekt raps live on BigHead, and joins us for a conversation about independent hip-hop and why he thinks the city's rap scene deserves more attention.We also get into his relationship with viral beatboxer Honeycomb, why streaming changed the music business, and what success really looks like to him.We get into:Moving from Pennsylvania and New York to Las VegasThe challenges of making money from streamingOnline attention vs getting people to live showsHis thoughts on the future of hip-hop in Las VegasCreative partnerships with Nabi (@hanabiibeats) and cousin Honeycomb (@honeycomb)Rap influences, the process, and success---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Las Vegas is constantly reinventing itself, but what happens to the stories, landmarks, and culture that made this city what it is today?Aaron Berger, CEO and Executive Director of the Neon Museum, joins BigHead to share the importance of the stories that built Vegas. We also get into why preserving Vegas history is about a lot more than saving old neon signs.We talk about the Mirage and Circus Circus, the upcoming Duck Duck Shed event, and what Aaron thinks is next for Las Vegas as the city continues to change.We get into:Las Vegas in 1989 when rooms at the Tropicana cost $9 a nightThe Neon Museum's expanding missionThe Moulin Rouge sign & the civil rights movement in VegasVegas Voices and the effort to preserve personal storiesDeciding which signs, artifacts, and pieces of Vegas history to saveWhat happened to pieces of the MirageWhy Las Vegas architecture deserves more recognitionDuck Duck ShedReinvention in VegasPlans for expansion and relocationHidden details in Vegas you might be missing---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

Las Vegas musician Wes Meadows is bringing soul, funk, and a whole lot of love to the local music scene. Wes joins Bighead to talk about finding his sound, the inspiration behind his new EP, Timeless for a Day, and the family legacy that continues to shape his music. Plus, Wes performs three original songs live in the studio.Wes also shares the story of growing up around music and why he believes music should bring people together.We get into:How Wes found his signature soundThe story behind his song “Funky Cat” and moreHis mother’s musical career and the legacy she left here in VegasThe inspiration behind “Clementine,” “All I Know,” and “Johnny Boy”His creative partnership with entertainer Seth Robichaux and their show Too Glam to Give a DamnWes’s musical influencesWhere to catch Wes performing live in Las Vegas---The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast.Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow