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 community behind Las Vegas food
• The truth about food influencers
• How restaurants actually make money
• Real Italian food vs American Italian
• What it takes to open and survive a restaurant
• Giving back to the Las Vegas community

Featured Chef James Trees Restaurants:
• Esther’s Kitchen
• Ada’s
• Al Solito Posto
• Bar Boheme
• Petite Boheme
• High Steaks

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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 starting stand-up
• How comedians actually get discovered today
• Getting “paid” in food… and turning beer into bread
• The Las Vegas comedy scene & where it’s headed
• Vegas updates: Super Bowl return, I15/Tropicana Award, and more

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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 share why word of mouth has mattered more than heavy advertising and how the right team can change everything.

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In this episode of Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast, we sit down with Scott and Maria from Oil Baron, a Las Vegas chili crisp company, to talk about how the brand started, how they built it from scratch, and what it takes to grow a local food business in Las Vegas.

They break down how a homemade recipe turned into a real business, the process of scaling production, selling at Las Vegas farmers markets, working through health district rules, and why relationships have been one of the biggest keys to growing the brand.

We also talk about what makes Oil Baron different from other chili oils and chili crisps, how they describe the spice level, what goes into making it, and where you can buy it right now online and in person in Las Vegas.

This episode is part founder story, part food interview, and part Vegas local business spotlight.

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In this episode of Hey BigHead: The Vegas Local Podcast, we talk about the new Vanderpump Hotel in Las Vegas, now taking over The Cromwell, and why Lisa Vanderpump’s brand feels like a natural fit for the Strip. We get into the hotel’s boutique vibe, the timing of the launch, existing Vanderpump spots in Las Vegas, and what this could mean for Vegas nightlife and tourism.

We also break down our March Madness bracket standings, talk about who is leading, who has the best shot to win, and the chaos already building around the tournament.

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In this episode, we sit down with Las Vegas author Dana June, creator of How 2 Cocktale: A Money Manifesto for the Service Industry.

After spending over a decade working in the service industry, she noticed a pattern—people making great money… but still struggling financially. So she wrote a book to change that.

We get into:
• Why people in the service industry often stay broke
• The mindset shift needed to build real financial freedom
• What it’s like writing and publishing a book in just weeks
• Money habits that quietly hold people back
• The reality of working in Vegas nightlife
• How to think about income when it’s inconsistent

This isn’t just for bartenders or servers! If your income isn’t predictable (entrepreneurs, freelancers, gig workers), this conversation is for you.

Get the book: https://danajune.com/

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In this episode of the Hey Bighead Show, we finally sit down with someone we’ve been talking about for over a year… Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas.

From moving to Vegas at a young age knowing nobody to becoming the youngest executive ever to hold an unrestricted gaming license in the state of Nevada, Jonathan breaks down how he climbed his way to the top of one of the most iconic properties in the city.

We get into:
• How Downtown Las Vegas was rebuilt from nothing
• What it’s really like running a casino
• The impact of Vegas becoming more “event-driven”
• Leadership, risk-taking, and learning in chaos
• The future of the Plaza and Las Vegas

Plus… we finally test the theory: if you say his name enough times, will he appear?

If you’re into Vegas, business, entrepreneurship, or just love a good story...this one’s for you.

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March Madness is here, and we’re breaking down our Final Four predictions and best upset picks.

In this episode, we go through:

• Final Four and championship picks
• Potential first-round upsets
• A few betting angles and parlays
• How NIL is changing the tournament and impacting upsets
• What Brandon and Garrett made fun of Julie for before the episode

We also put together our first-ever Big Head March Madness bracket challenge, featuring the team, past guests, and friends of the show. The winner will have money donated to a charity of their choice.

If you’re filling out a bracket or just want to hear different perspectives heading into the tournament, this episode covers it all.

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