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John Hicks was a floorman at Binion's Horseshoe In Las Vegas. He was murdered on Jan. 13, 1977, at his home which remains unsolved. The beginning of this show gives you the background on Johnny that saw James Woods played a character Lester Diamond in the movie, “Casino” which was based on Hicks. Learn about his parents, their involvement in the casino industry in Las Vegas. Hicks' being arrested for murder in June of 1972 and the story behind this which leads to his involvement in a highly organized cheating scheme. The contract that was placed on John's life and why. The particulars of what is known about his murder, how he was killed and with what kind of gun, and a couple possible reasons why this occurred. Geno Munari joins me to talk about his friendship with Hicks, how they met, and a couple of good stories of what they did. Marion Hicks connection to Meyer Lansky and a photo John gave Geno. Learn about in the 70's what would happen if you got cheating/stealing from Binion's. Geno tells an interesting story about Ed Becker, Tony Montana, & Carlos Marcello that is in relation to JFK. Then we get Hicks and Geri Rosenthal that talk about a shopping spree, a fight between Frank & John, and what the hell ever happened to Pete Griffith, the roommate that found John's body! Tommy tells his opinion about why he disappeared. Who may have killed him? How have they got into the grounds and much more! Before the Lights:The Light You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_cBUd3MLwoejlVpn5Vt9JABecome a BTL Member: https://www.beforethelightspod.com/supportBefore the Lights Website: https://www.beforethelightspod.com/Get Tommy a Glass of Vino: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/beforethelightsPlease Rate & Review the show!Support the showFollow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforethelightspodcast/Follow the show on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/beforethelightspodcast/Follow the show on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beforethelightspodcast?lang=enFollow Tommy on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/tcanale3Rate & Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-the-lights/id1501245041Email the host: beforethelightspod@gmail.com
It's time to dust off the game "Can't Play This." We are bringing on Lester Diamond to play along with us. Some of the bands on the chopping block, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Deep Purple, ZZ Top and a lot more. Listen and play along. We have music for you by Dirty Sound Magnet, Aftershok, Mind of Fury and BlueDhalia. So turn it up and get ready to rock.Another round of Five Questions and this time it's with Jack Frost from Brothers in Arms and Aldo Nova. What questions will Jack answer from the boys?Join Randy and Troy, for this and every episode of Ouch You're on my Hair and subscribe to the show on ApplePodcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Podomatic, Podbean and more. You can find them on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Ouch, You're on my Hair is brought to you by Dirt Bag Clothing.
On this edition of GFA Live, Peter and Keithie talk about the 1995 film Casino! (and some other stuff, of course!) Topics of discussion include: * The many conversations taking place in cars * Thoughts on spiral staircases * Analyzing various moves made by characters * Frankie Marino's (Frank Vincent) baseball swings * Issues with casino table games, mainly blackjack * The source of 3 GFA Live drops * The guy who played Sam Rothstein's mob lawyer * The difference between Lester Diamond and James Woods creepiness * Another Seinfeld character makes an appearance * Oscar snubs for this movie Email: Greetingsfromallentown@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/GFAllentownPod
Did you get wood, Kill Donkeys? It's time for FOOD COURT, your favorite podcast, where we brave the malls and the movie halls so you don't have to! Carpentober continues: Movie theaters no longer exist so Sean, Michael and (returning triumphantly) Jon watched John Carpenter's VAMPIRES, the swinging dick vampire flick from old JC. Will the boys toss on their leather jackets and have a kick-ass good time? Or will they resignedly don their cowhide coats and have a butt-kicking good time? Tune in to find out! So grab your popcorn, sneak in your snacks, and pop some antacid because it's time to karate chop a man in half! Bon Appetit! Caption: "Can you feel me look into your heart? Can you feel me in the pit of your stomach? Can you feel me in you? In your heart? Cuz I put a stake in your heart?"
Welcome to Unsexy Business. A podcast series about traditional business models and the people and personalities behind them. This episode - Kate Lester, founder of Diamond logistics, the national courier business. Leaving school without exam qualifications, she set up her company at the age of just 20 - and today they are forecasting revenues of over £40 million pounds for the coming year. This is her story. Buy Unsexy Business - the book - from Amazon and all good bookshops. Follow Jamie on Twitter - @jamiebwaller - or visit jamiewaller.co.uk
Comedians CJ Delling and Lester Diamond talk about the latest advertorial study that discovered a decline in pet ownership in Australia, chat about dog shows, pet photos on Instagram, and the top 10 most unusual pets in the world.
Joined by guests crooner Frank Bennett and comedian Lester Diamond, we brand "Fitzy & Whippa" April frauds (ugh!), discuss prospective Knights and Dames and give credit where credit's due regarding flight MH370. Your hosts Mick Adams and Cody Dobbs may have found the notoriety they've been in search of, by presiding over possibly the worst prank call ever...
A fully sober Cody Dobbs and only slightly inebriated Mick Adams are joined by comedian Lester Diamond as they dissect a variety of topical issues, from 80s television paedophilia to the current state of rugby league commentary. And where is that fucking plane anyway?
A light-hearted and festive episode to bring in the new year, with your ever-loyal hosts Cody Dobbs and Mick Adams. Topics this week include summer sport commentary cackles, bullied and braless Tamara Jaber and an ever-so-gentle poke at genital mutilation (it won't hurt a bit). Special guest comedian Lester Diamond brings everything down a notch, as usual. Enjoy this very special holiday episode of PodFarce... happy Hanukkah!
Join your ever-charismatic PodFarce hosts Cody Dobbs and Michael Adams (from MakaingTheNut.com), as they sit down with stand-up comedian Lester Diamond, traversing such slippery slopes as Sydney's crime scene, rnb musicals, cancerous growths, balcony-throwing de facto spouses, "king hits", and general messed up discussion. We hope you enjoy this very special, slightly dark, and ever-entertaining PodFarce..!
Cody Dobbs chews the fat of the land down under, in a comedic journey of mixed metaphors and alcoholism. Join our illustrious host, plus special guests Danny & Casey from podcast "90% Hits" and emerging comedian Lester Diamond, as they discuss power ballads, d-grade charities, Dan Akroyd and cowardly politics.