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On the Corner of Main Street

Plaza Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas
Plaza Hotel & Casino
Oscar Goodman
Downtown Las Vegas
Gambling
Gaming Industry
Influencer Marketing
Las Vegas History
Social Media
Oscar's Steakhouse
Content Creation
Vegas Gambling
Power Slap
Organized Crime
Advantage Players
Tourism
Problem Gambling
Vegasadvantage.com
Segregation
Black Book

On the Corner of Main Street provides an inside scoop on downtown Las Vegas. From gaming and special events to new projects and the growing art scene, hear straight from the amazing people who are making downtown Las Vegas a unique and fast-growing destination. Recorded at the Plaza Hotel & Casino – on the corner of Main Street – Plaza CEO Jonathan Jossel will be joined by special guests, includin... more

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Latest Episodes

Jonathan and Gary welcome back Lisa Melmed—original co-host and founder of On the Corner of Main Street. She recaps moving from the Plaza to Fontainebleau before it opened, serving as Brand Marketing Director, helping build the marketing infrastructu... more

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Jonathan and Gary sit down with Scott Roeben (Vital Vegas) for a wide-ranging conversation about the big headlines shaping Las Vegas, where the city is headed, and what insiders are hearing. They discuss major casino-company deal chatter, takeaways f... more

Jonathan and Gary welcome back Governor Joe Lombardo, a repeat guest who previously appeared as Clark County Sheriff and is now running for re-election. Lombardo discusses his approach to public speaking and leadership, growing up in Vegas, and how C... more

Jonathan and Gary return after a three-month summer break with a twist. They recap Jonathan's summer travels and discuss competition from regional casinos, including the Wynn in Boston, plus whether "Vegas is dead," noting slower summer demand, highe... more

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Recent Guests

Lisa Melmed
Original co-host and founder of On the Corner of Main Street, and former Brand Marketing Director at Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Episode: Once a Host, Now a Guest: Welcoming Back Lisa Melmed
Scott Roeben
Vital Vegas,Las Vegas media/insider
Vital Vegas
Episode: Vegas Updates with Vital Vegas
Joe Lombardo
Governor of Nevada
Office of the Governor of Nevada
Episode: Leading Nevada: Insights and Journeys with Governor Joe Lombardo
Chad Jahn
GM, Oscars Steakhouse, Plaza Hotel & Casino
Oscars Steakhouse
Episode: Chad Jahn: Crafting Unforgettable Experiences at Oscar's
John Olsen
Friend of the show and live audience member
Guest participant
Episode: Architectural Legends: The Making of Las Vegas Icons with Paul Steelman
Jason Strauss
Co-CEO of Tao Group, nightlife and hospitality executive
Tao Group
Episode: The Evolution of Vegas Nightlife: Insights from Jason Strauss
Ronn Nicolli
Marketing and nightlife executive; leader at Wynn, Palms, and Resorts World Sahara
Meruelo Group / Sahara Las Vegas
Episode: From Entry-Level to Executive: Ronn Nicolli's Vegas Journey
Jonathan Jossel
CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino, downtown Las Vegas advocate
Plaza Hotel & Casino
Episode: BONUS Episode: Jonathan's Hey BigHead Show Interview
Stephen Shelanski
Founder/leader of Vegas Live Casino Network
Vegas Live Casino Network
Episode: The Next Big Thing in Vegas: Inside the Vegas Live Casino Network

Hosts

Jonathan Jossel
CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino with deep involvement in downtown Las Vegas development.
Lisa Melmed
Host and Plaza Hotel & Casino figure deeply involved in Downtown Las Vegas storytelling.
Gary Vickery
Co-host with broad experience in Las Vegas hospitality and gaming.”

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 344 ratings
  • The best Vegas insights

    Really enjoy these episodes. It gives info and stories us vegas locals would never otherwise hear thanks for doing this! Keep them coming. Wish you could do more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GermanShepard88
    United States6 months ago
  • Abusing natural speed talk.

    A high percentage of your podcasts sounds like chipmunks talking.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PottscWeber
    United Statesa year ago
  • PLEASE MAKE THESE LONGER!!!

    My only complaint is that you guys cut the episodes at an hour. You are creating a time capsule of Vegas history and it’s frustrating when you have a great guest with a wealth of knowledge and amazing stories and you arbitrarily cut at one hour because “that’s how long a podcast is supposed to be” and the guest clearly has more to share. Some of the biggest podcasters in the world have episodes over three hours. You’re short-changing history by doing so. If the recording schedule doesn’t work wi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VivaLasVegas!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Generous Plaza

    This podcast is just getting better and better, with very interesting guests and more importantly it feels like one is part of conversations about many different aspects of Las Vegas and by far a lot more than just Plaza Hotel and Casino!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qvickis73
    Swedena year ago
  • Eric Rosenthal

    The guy took off on his kids so he could gamble more often, with an obese woman from the Everything Atlantic City Casinos Facebook Page.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dauber716u
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience values authenticity and practical takeaways about operations and branding.
Overall, guests bring deep Vegas-side expertise and insider perspectives.
Shows offer historical context and fresh industry insights with strong storytelling.

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Once a Host, Now a Guest: Welcoming Back Lisa Melmed
Q: How do you think social media has changed since you started in here?
Melmed says people now use social media as a search engine for restaurants and hotels, so content can help attract bookings. She emphasizes choosing influencers whose audiences align with the business, noting that smaller creators can be more effective than those with larger followings.
Once a Host, Now a Guest: Welcoming Back Lisa Melmed
Q: How do you compare the environments of working on the Strip versus downtown?
Melmed says the two environments are culturally similar, but Strip properties have larger budgets, more people, specialized teams, and more technology. Downtown has fewer decision-making layers, more personal connections with guests, and room to take bigger risks.
Leading Nevada: Insights and Journeys with Governor Joe Lombardo
Q: How does Nevada plan to address water security for the future?
The state relies on Colorado River credits and banked water, with efforts on desalination and inter-state agreements; Nevada emphasizes efficiency, technology, and a long-term plan to mitigate water risk while supporting growth.
Leading Nevada: Insights and Journeys with Governor Joe Lombardo
Q: What are your proudest accomplishments and what remains to be done?
Post-COVID job growth and economic expansion, education improvements including teacher pay and school choice, healthcare enhancements, and affordable housing initiatives remain central to ongoing work.
Leading Nevada: Insights and Journeys with Governor Joe Lombardo
Q: How have your experiences as a sheriff shaped your approach to state leadership?
Public safety experience taught him the importance of communication, service, and leading from the front, while recognizing leadership requires relying on experts for technical issues and focusing on the broader good.

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A show that centers on downtown Las Vegas, pairing Plaza Hotel & Casino leadership with a rotating cast of hospitality, gaming, entertainment, and events professionals. Episodes mix historical context, brand-building, and operational insights with behind-the-scenes stories from iconic properties, new ventures, and community events. Notable strengths include deep-dive conversations with industry veterans, live-audience moments, and a consistent focus on downtown revitalization, heritage, and the evolving entertainment economy. It's especially valuable for listeners who want practical takeaways on guest experience, venue operations, and strategic partnerships in a high-volume hospitality hub.

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Recent guests on On the Corner of Main Street include:

1. Lisa Melmed
2. Scott Roeben
3. Joe Lombardo
4. Chad Jahn
5. John Olsen
6. Jason Strauss
7. Ronn Nicolli
8. Jonathan Jossel

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