May 24, 2013
The 24 Hour Show The 24-Hour Show is a documentary project and exhibit that offers a glimpse of Las Vegas through the eyes of the people who live and work in the city. It's based on interviews with a diverse cadré of casino and entertainment workers who have made Las Vegas home.

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Podcasts

Jun 19, 2007 | Shoe Shine | Real Audio | Listen
On this edition of The 24 Hour Show we hear from James Agati who learned to shine shoes in New York City during the depression. Now he shines shoes at the Luxor.
Jan 22, 2007 | Money Counters | Real Audio | Listen
On this edition of The 24 Hour Show we hear from people who count the money that makes Las Vegas go.
Jan 1, 2007 | Dolly | Real Audio | Listen
Our oral history series continues with a legend...Dolly Parton...sort of.
Jul 10, 2006 | Immigrants | Real Audio | Listen
On this edition of The 24 Hour Show we hear from people who moved here to make Las Vegas their home.
Jul 4, 2006 | Natives | Real Audio | Listen
On this edition of The 24 Hour Show we hear from people who grew up in Las Vegas.
May 30, 2006 | Managers | Real Audio | Listen
From the modest to the mega-resort, the managers talk about taking care of business on this edition of the 24 Hour Show.
May 23, 2006 | The Entertainer | Real Audio | Listen
On this edition of The 24 Hour Show we hear from Joy Brittan...the Ukrainian Princess of Las Vegas.
May 5, 2006 | Step Dancer | Real Audio | Listen
An audio postcard that is a companion to the exhibit at the Nevada State Museum and Historical Society. In this episode we hear from a step dancer.
Apr 27, 2006 | Dealers | Real Audio | Listen
An audio postcard that is a companion to the exhibit at the Nevada State Museum and Historical Society. In this episode we hear from dealers.
Apr 14, 2006 | Wigs | Real Audio | Listen
An audio postcard that is a companion to the exhibit at the Nevada State Museum and Historical Society. In this episode we visit to an unsung Las Vegas landmark, Serge's Wigs.
Mar 20, 2006 | Magic | Real Audio | Listen
An audio postcard that is a companion to the exhibit at the Nevada State Museum and Historical Society. In this episode we meet people who make magic in Las Vegas.
Mar 6, 2006 | Aloha | Real Audio | Listen
In this episode we meet Hawaiians who bring the spirit of 'aloha' with them when they make their home in Las Vegas.
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