Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast

Andrew Figurelli
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  • Updated Weekly

BigHead brings you conversations with Vegas business owners, creators, and personalities, along with weekly breakdowns of what’s happening around the city. From new openings to major events and local deals, we cover what matters to Las Vegas locals.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    Black Eyed Peas' George Pajon Jr. on 28+ Years in Music (Part 1) | 355

    George Pajon Jr. has spent nearly three decades playing guitar with the Black Eyed Peas, working with some of the biggest names in music, and watching the music industry completely change around him. In Part 1 of our conversation, George gets into what it was like joining the Black Eyed Peas in 1998, seeing Napster change the music business, and some absolutely insane stories from George’s years on the road and in Las Vegas. We get into: George and the Black Eyed PeasNapster, streaming, and revenueThe changing role of writers and producersTurning down the chance to work with Bruno MarsWhether technology can replace the human elementWhat singing TV shows have done to aspiring artistsGeorge getting robbed multiple timesGeorge’s unofficial Vegas PSA for first-time visitorsHis love of cigars and how they became part of his Vegas life--- 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

    Black Eyed Peas' George Pajon Jr. on 28+ Years in Music (Part 1) | 355

  2. 4d ago ·  Video

    Where To Find Cougars in Las Vegas | 354

    Donna Joy is back on BigHead, and this time we’re putting the self-proclaimed Cougar of Las Vegas to the test. After revealing why she doesn’t believe in dating apps, Donna is handed a lineup of real Vegas men from athletes and entertainers to friends of the show and familiar faces, and she has to decide who gets the "thumbs up" and who gets rejected. Also, Donna catches us up on what she has been working on, including her upcoming microdrama series, The Hookup. We get into: - How performing stand-up in Vegas compares to other audiences - Swiping on dating apps - Donna’s unexpected strategy for finding eligible men - Five Las Vegas spots where cougars hang out - Why Donna thinks face-to-face dating beats dating apps - The Importance of building an audience --- 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

    Where To Find Cougars in Las Vegas | 354

  3. Sep 22 ·  Video

    Gaetano's Ristorante: An Italian Vegas Staple | 353

    Gaetano’s has been a Henderson staple for nearly 25 years, but the story behind the restaurant goes back much further. Nick Palmeri joins BigHead to talk about growing up in the family restaurant business, learning from his Sicilian father, and eventually taking over the restaurant. Nick also opens up about what it takes to run an independent restaurant in Las Vegas, why service and consistency matter just as much as the food, and how he’s built relationships with Italian producers and importers to bring more authenticity to the experience. Plus, we get into the Joe Rogan connection, ghost kitchens, bronze-cut pasta, Amaro, Nick’s favorite dishes, and his advice for making the perfect risotto. We Get Into: How Gaetano’s became one of Henderson’s longtime Italian restaurantsNick’s father’s journey and the origins of the family businessJoe Rogan and Theo Von loving Gaetano'sGhost kitchens using the Gaetano’s nameWhy and how Nick took overFinally hearing his father say “I’m proud of my son”How Nick modernized Gaetano'sVisiting Italian producers and building relationshipsWhat bronze-cut pasta isNick’s passion for Amaro and the Amaro Life projectMaintaining quality, value, and service in a changing restaurant industry--- 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

    Gaetano's Ristorante: An Italian Vegas Staple | 353

  4. Sep 17 ·  Video

    Coming to AREA15: Edgar Allen Poe Speakeasy | 352

    Jacob Crothers chats with BigHead about A Night of Poe, an immersive Edgar Allan Poe experience coming soon to Area15 in Las Vegas. The show combines four of Poe’s stories with live performances, themed cocktails, and music composed by the legendary Danny Elfman. We get into: What A Night of Poe is and how the immersive experience worksHow Danny Elfman became involved with the productionJacob’s journey from theater to immersive entertainmentThe four stories being performedHow the cocktails and mocktails are incorporatedWhy Edgar Allan Poe is much more than just a “spooky” writerDifferences in audiences across the countryOne extremely unexpected audience interaction during a Poe performanceAREA15 and OdysseyWhat Edgar Allan Poe might think of modern-day 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

    Coming to AREA15: Edgar Allen Poe Speakeasy | 352

  5. Sep 15 ·  Video

    Vegas Punk Singer Lisa Foiles Really Is "All That" | 351

    Lisa Foiles joins the show for a hilarious conversation about growing up on Nickelodeon's All That, her unforgettable characters, and the “Horse’s Hoe” video that turned her into a viral Las Vegas sensation.  We discuss Lisa's move from Hollywood to Vegas, finding her community in the local music scene, and starting Legal Limit, the punk rock house band at the Punk Rock Museum. We also get into video games, voice acting, her podcast Temperamental with Lisa Foiles, ft her TWO cats named Kevin.  We covered: Lisa’s time on All ThatThe iconic Claudia characterTom Green making Lisa break characterWorking with Britney Spears and handling live animals on setThe story behind the viral “Horse’s Hoe” videoNickelodeon slimeThe life of a child actorHow Vegas musicians support each other Legal Limit & the Punk Rock MuseumHer Halloween show and The Nightman ComethTemperamental with Lisa FoilesLetting go of perfectionismAliens, roller coasters, and Lisa’s Las Vegas billboard--- 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 Punk Singer Lisa Foiles Really Is "All That" | 351

  6. Sep 10 ·  Video

    Golden Steer, Food Awards, and Honest Reviews with LasVegasFill | 350

    Las Vegas food influencer LasVegasFill, Philip Tzeng, joins BigHead to explain how he went from writing blunt Yelp reviews to building a career creating content for restaurants across Las Vegas and beyond. Phil also breaks down the viral restaurant effect, why some businesses aren’t prepared for a sudden surge of customers, and how social media helped transform the Golden Steer. He also shares his honest thoughts on restaurant closures, food awards, credibility, and the future of his own content. In this episode, we talk about: How Las Vegas Phil got started with Yelp reviewsThe rise of food influencers and restaurant social media marketingWhy viral attention can actually hurt restaurants sometimesGolden Steer’s insane social media growthThe relationship between restaurants and influencersAuthentic recommendations vs paid promotionsPhil’s brutally honest reviewsWhether “Best of Las Vegas,” Michelin, and James Beard awards even matterThe reality of eating at so many restaurants all the timeWhat happens when a post completely bombsWhy YouTube may be the best platform--- 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

    Golden Steer, Food Awards, and Honest Reviews with LasVegasFill | 350

  7. Sep 9 ·  Video

    Las Vegas to D.C. with Congresswoman Susie Lee | 349

    What does Congress actually do, and how does it affect everyday life in Las Vegas?  Congresswoman Susie Lee joins BigHead to talk about representing Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District, the realities of working in Washington, and the issues shaping Southern Nevada. From the Colorado River drought and Las Vegas’ dependence on tourism to data centers, energy policy, economic diversification, and political polarization, Susie Lee breaks down the challenges and opportunities facing Nevada. She also shares her passion for education, public lands, outdoor recreation, and getting more people involved in their communities. In this episode, we talk about: What a member of Congress actually does day to dayHow Susie Lee helps Nevadans navigate federal agenciesLas Vegas’ evolution from a gaming destination to a global entertainment and sports hubPoverty, education, workforce development, and building a stronger middle classWhy Southern Nevada remains vulnerablePotential in advanced manufacturing, defense, renewable energy, and aerospaceThe Colorado River drought and Nevada’s water conservation effortsWhat data centers could mean for locals and our landBipartisan cooperation in CongressTopics that bring lawmakers togetherThe Red Rock Legacy Trail and expanding access to outdoor recreationSusie Lee’s favorite Nevada hikes, bike trails, and outdoor destinations-- The Hey BigHead Show is proud to be a Vegas Local podcast. More episodes: HeyBigHead.com Follow us on social media: https://instagram.com/heybigheadshow Check out more episodes on HeyBigHead.com and follow us on all the socials @heybigheadshow

    Las Vegas to D.C. with Congresswoman Susie Lee | 349

  8. Aug 26 ·  Video

    Neon City Festival, Goob & Nostalgia | Yooo Family #3

    Neon City Festival is coming back to Fremont Street, and a mysterious announcement had everyone guessing who could be joining the lineup. By the time we posted this episode, the lineup for the headliners is out...but that's okay...I mean it literally came out right after we finished recording. Either way, get excited for Fremont Street's Neon City Fest! We talk about what Vegas needs from its music festival scene and which artists we would love to see come to town. Plus, we preemptively recap Frenzy Fest, talk about local Vegas musicians, get into the Goob/Sean Mike Kelly saga, reminisce about MySpace and childhood TV shows, tease a potential Nickelodeon guest, and hear Andrew's embarrassing movie theater experience. We get into: Neon City Festival and the mystery announcementWhich artists we'd book for Neon CityFrenzy Fest and the Las Vegas local music sceneGoob discovering the podcastSean Mike Kelly and Digital Social HourMySpace, SpongeBob, Nickelodeon and childhood nostalgiaA potential former Nickelodeon guest--- 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

    Neon City Festival, Goob & Nostalgia | Yooo Family #3
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