Podcasts about Rat Pack

Sobre los desafíos de la nueva normalidad climática y las técnicas para combatir incendios forestales; además del complejo escenario internacional tras el Foro Económico Mundial, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paloma Ávila y Paula Comandari en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la gira por Centroamérica ―enfocada en seguridad e inversión― que prepara el Presidente electo, además del endurecimiento de los controles al gasto público anunciado por Dorothy Pérez, de cara a la nueva administración, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la ceremonia del anuncio de gabinete del próximo gobierno, marcada por el descarte de Santiago Montt para Minería y el perfil de la nueva titular de Seguridad, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Andrea Vial y Angélica Bulnes en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la "tregua política" forzada por los incendios forestales en la zona centro-sur y el desembarco de altos ejecutivos de "Sanhattan" en La Moneda, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las tensiones políticas en la izquierda chilena luego del veredicto que absolvió al excarabinero Claudio Crespo en el caso Gustavo Gatica y el impacto de la captura de Nicolás Maduro en el Caribe, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Fernanda Paúl en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las implicancias judiciales de la absolución de Claudio Crespo y el encendido debate intelectual provocado por la reciente columna de Lucía Santa Cruz, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Andrea Vial y Angélica Bulnes en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el perfil del más probable jefe de asesores del segundo piso de La Moneda durante el gobierno de José Antonio Kast; además de la inédita crisis entre Donald Trump y el jefe de la Reserva Federal por la remodelación de su sede, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

DINO, AND SAMMY, AND FRANK - O MY!What tomfoolery! It's 4 o'clock in the morning, and these bad boys are just getting started. This recording is a rare glimpse into the real, live, Rat Pack experience - and, the slightly distorted, overloaded sound is just part of the cinema verite. “YOU ARE THERE,” as Walter Cronkite once intoned. The year is 1962. Dean Martin has circled back to the 500 club in Atlantic City, where his career with Jerry Lewis first exploded, and his rat pack brothers in arms are there to support. For anybody devoted to, or interested in this celebrated entourage of 20th century entertainers, you can't get any closer to the actual experience of being there. The banter is not particularly clever (they're enjoying themselves, I won't say MORE than the audience, but equally, at least). There are lapses in taste and attention to keeping the show moving - (an extended drunken improv about stools is one example) - and, though the finest singers of that generation are not always on perfect pitch here, it matters not a jot! The real personalities of these icons is vividly on display. The pecking order and inter-relationships are fascinating. And, as far as sheer entertainment value goes: The band swings hard, the legendary Sammy Davis Jr. sings, dances, and does impressions; Sinatra and Dino croon medleys to die for, and the whole 40 minutes is boffo. Not to be missed!“The 4AM Rat Pack performance presented here was privately pressed on vinyl as a special gift to very special 500 Club patrons.We present this untouched audio from the original acetate as it represents the taste and feel of this historic occasion.”By Don AltobellI will never forget August 26, 1962.I was 24 at the time and after having the good fortune of seeing Dean Martin's appearance at the 500 Club in Atlantic City on Aug 19 -- his first solo gig since his split with Jerry Lewis -- the following week gave me an added treat.Thanks to a drawing I did of Dean, I was able to see his opening shows and also attend rehearsals. And 500 Club owner Skinny Damato introduced me to Dean, who autographed my drawing, which still hangs on my living room wall.Fans knew that Dean's pal, Frank Sinatra, would join him midweek to conclude the engagement. Atlantic City was bursting at the seams, with all hotels, motels, and restaurants jam-packed. At the club itself, tables were pushed together to make room for more patrons. It was a bonanza time for Atlantic City long before the first casino was opened.That closing night after early dinner, I made my way through the block-long line and was ushered inside by a policeman who remembered me after seeing me at so many shows. I didn't mind that I had no seat.Dean was introduced as the star of the show and opened with "I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter" followed by "Volare," "On An Evening in Roma" and "Goody, Goody."Then Sinatra sang, "I Get a Kick Out Of You," followed by Sammy Davis' Jr. doing "The Lady Is A Tramp." (Davis also imitated some actors singing the song including James Cagney and Marlon Brando).Then Frank, Dean and Sammy clowned around and sang "You Are Too Beautiful," "Love Walked Right In" and "This Is My First Affair."While Dean and Frank sang, Sammy danced to "I Can't Give You Anything But Love," "Too Marvelous for Words," "It Had To Be You," and "I've Got the World on a String."Then all three stars joined to close the s

Sobre los desafíos del país en materia de seguridad, combate contra el crimen organizado y prevención del delito, el ministro de Seguridad Pública Luis Cordero conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el complejo avance del reajuste del sector público en el Congreso; y las implicancias geopolíticas de una eventual intervención estadounidense en territorio danés, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar Chavarría en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la vigencia chavismo pese a la captura de Nicolás Maduro; y las dificultades del Presidente electo para conformar su gabinete en medio de pugnas internas, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Andrea Vial en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la estrategia del Presidente electo José Antonio Kast frente a la captura de Nicolás Maduro en Venezuela; y la crítica situación de la economía venezolana, que tardará décadas en recuperarse, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Joey Bishop, the quick-witted comedian and Rat Pack member, once delivered an iconic ad-lib during a performance at New York's Copacabana nightclub while opening for Frank Sinatra.​In 1954, Marilyn Monroe entered the venue mid-act, draped in a glamorous floor-length white ermine coat, instantly captivating the audience and creating a buzz. Bishop paused his routine, waited silently for her to take her seat, then leaned into the microphone and quipped, "Marilyn, I thought I told you to wait in the truck."

Sobre la situación en Venezuela tras la intervención de EE.UU. y la captura del líder del régimen Nicolás Maduro, el analista internacional y académico de la Universidad de Los Andes, Juan Ignacio Brito, conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el escenario político que prevé para este 2026 ―qué espera del próximo gobierno de José Antonio Kast y el rol de su sector como futura oposición―, el presidente del Partido Comunista Lautaro Carmona conversó con Paula Comandari y Ramón Ulloa en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las figuras ―relacionadas al mundo de la política, el cine y la cultura nacional e internacional― que partieron este año y su legado, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Andrea Vial y Angélica Bulnes en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las posibles condiciones del Partido Nacional Libertario en torno al armado de equipo de gobierno del Presidente electo José Antonio Kast; además de las lecciones de la "abundancia" que dejó este 2025, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las nuevas prácticas, como la narco-religiosidad, en estructuras criminales y el avance del crimen organizado, el investigador de campo Pablo Zeballos, especialista en la materia y autor del libro «Cuando el crimen reza», conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre los hitos económicos, las series y los libros que marcaron el año 2025, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Carmen Gloria López en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre los términos que marcaron la agenda política y social ―desde el fracaso de las encuestas hasta la intimidad del mando electo―, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Andrea Vial en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el rol de mediación social (y sus implicancias) que tendrá María Pía Adriasola, esposa del Presidente electo José Antonio Kast; además de los triunfos y derrotas en el marco macroeconómico del Gobierno, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el escenario político y electoral, a dos semanas del avasallador triunfo de José Antonio Kast en segunda vuelta, el ingeniero y gerente general de Panel Ciudadano-UDD, Juan Pablo Lavín, conversó este lunes con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre los estilos de instalación como electo Presidente de Gabriel Boric y de José Antonio Kast; además del reciente hito histórico de conservación privada en la Patagonia chilena, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paloma Ávila en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el futuro de la exmandataria a la Secretaría General de la ONU y los desafíos diplomáticos que enfrenta; además del acuerdo cripto del mandatario estadounidense (y los probables conflictos de interés), Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Escobar Chavaría y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

After 70 years in the music industry, Paul Anka has more than 900 songs to his credit. The prolific Canadian songwriter is also the only artist in history to have a song on the Billboard Top 100 during seven consecutive decades. In the new HBO documentary “Paul Anka: His Way,” Paul recounts his life as a teen idol in the '50s, writing some of the most memorable songs for artists like Buddy Holly and Frank Sinatra, and how he's managed to evolve through the trends of each passing decade. Paul joins Tom Power to talk about his life in music, having a good cry after he wrote "My Way,” and meeting the Beatles back when they were a cover band.

Sobre la visita del Presidente electo José Antonio Kast a Buenos Aires, sus reuniones con Javier Milei, Hernán Caputto y José Luis Daza; además de la trágica muerte del cineasta ―ícono demócrata― estadounidense Rob Reiner, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Andrea Vial en el Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la idea de una "coalición de emergencia" durante la futura Administración Kast; y el precio del cobre en la denominada "amistad tóxica" para el gobierno del Presidente electo, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Para analizar el abultado triunfo en segunda vuelta del Presidente electo José Antonio Kast sobre Jeannette Jara; y qué esperar del próximo gobierno y los mea culpa que deberán hacerse en la izquierda, el rector de la Universidad Diego Portales Carlos Peña conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre los días previos a la segunda vuelta de los candidatos a La Moneda y sus comandos, Consuelo Saavedra e Iván Valenzuela conversaron con las editoras Paula Comandari y Angélica Bulnes en una nueva edición de Rat Pack, de Mesa Global Elecciones.

Sobre, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Carmen Gloria López en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Get ready for story time. Before we get to that, though, we’ve got to do a little Horror Business. In Real World Horror, we discuss a woman who was almost buried alive, or worse. We then go on to talk about a movie being called “American Psycho meets An American Werewolf in London,” as well as ANOTHER Paranormal Activity movie. We also break down a team-up of two horror legends, a horror biopic about a Rat Pack member and the Church of Satan, and a video game adaptation from a famous content creator. Then, get ready to have your childhood ruined as we review two new twisted fairy tales from the creators of the… sigh… Poohniverse. Prepare to sprinkle a little fairy dust and think happy thoughts because we’ve got the most sinister Lost Boy ever in Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare. This is followed by a deadly doe with a taste for blood and a bone to pick in Bambi: The Reckoning. So pull up a pillow and a cup of cocoa and prepare to have your nostalgia turned to nightmares with The Grave Plot Podcast!

Sobre la preocupación por las encerronas en autopistas urbanas; además de las presiones de Donald Trump por la paz en Ucrania en medio del escándalo de corrupción que complica al presidente Volodímir Zelenski. Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar Chavarría en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el último debate presidencial, organizado por la Asociación Nacional de Televisión (Anatel), previo a la segunda vuelta; y las negociaciones que podría concluir con la elección de la primera presidenta de la Corte Suprema, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Andrea Vial, en una nueva edición de Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre los polémicos dichos del diputado republicano José Carlos Meza respecto a indultos a reos terminales, incluidos violadores de niños, y sus efectos en la recta final de la campaña presidencial; además de las negociaciones que se llevan en el instituto emisor para el reemplazo de la consejera Stephany Griffith-Jones, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Chris Holman welcomes Paul King, President ROI Insight, but for this occasion; a Detroit area Crooner, and Nico Gatzaros, Owner, iconic London Chop House, Detroit, MI. Welcome Paul, our viewers know you from the Michigan Future Business Index, but you do more than surveys, and it's in entertainment? Nico share some highlights about London Chop House and your other restaurants? So you are teaming up for an event coming up soon on October 24th? How does hosting live entertainment like “Strictly Sinatra” align with London Chop House's broader business and brand strategy in Detroit's downtown revival? What economic or community benefits come from partnering with local venues like the International Banquet & Conference Center for cultural events? How does blending fine dining with live jazz experiences enhance customer loyalty and differentiate your business in a competitive hospitality market? Anything else we should know? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ DETROIT, MI — October, 2025 — The London Chop House invites guests to relive the golden age of jazz with Strictly Sinatra, an unforgettable night celebrating Frank Sinatra's timeless classics from Hoboken to Vegas. The event takes place Friday, October 24, from 7:00 to 10:30 p.m. at the International Banquet & Conference Center in downtown Detroit, promising a stylish evening of music, fine dining, and nostalgia. Headlining the evening is renowned vocalist Mark Randisi, whose voice captures the essence of Sinatra so authentically that even Andrea Bocelli mistook him for “Ol' Blue Eyes” himself. Joining Randisi are Detroit jazz greats Paul King, Cary Kocher, and Paul Keller, each bringing their own signature flair and deep musical roots to the stage. The performance will transport guests to the swingin' 60s, where Sinatra ruled the Vegas Strip and every note told a story. From soulful ballads to toe-tapping big band favorites, Strictly Sinatra offers more than a concert—it's a full-sensory experience that blends Detroit's love of live music with the timeless sophistication of Sinatra's sound. Tickets start at $55.20 and can be purchased through Eventbrite. Dress to impress, enjoy the atmosphere, and let the music carry you back to the Rat Pack era.

Er nannte sich einen "einäugigen schwarzen Juden" und verwandelte persönliche Brüche in eine einzigartige Karriere. Am 8.12.1925 wurde Sammy Davis Jr geboren. Von Thomas Mau.

On this day in 1925, Sammy Davis Jr. — one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century — was born. Rising from vaudeville to global fame, Davis dazzled as a dancer, singer and actor, joined Frank Sinatra's Rat Pack and appeared in iconic films such as Ocean's 11. His career earned him numerous honors, including a Kennedy Center Honor. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sobre las impresiones que dejó el Encuentro Anual de la Industria 2025 y la crisis sanitaria que vive España por la expansión de la peste porcina africana, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Paloma Ávila en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

(Airdate: 12.3.25) Today on the Who Cares News, we go from the Rat Pack to TikTok in one wild swing. First up: Paul Anka confirms what Hollywood's been whispering for decades — yes, Frank Sinatra was packing more than just vocal range… and somehow Milton Berle still outdid him. Then we jump to the present with Miley Cyrus flashing a massive new ring and an even bigger engagement announcement. And because the world can't get enough content, NBC is sending a small army of influencers to the 2026 Winter Olympics, guaranteeing at least six medal-worthy TikToks. Voted 6th Best Entertainment News Podcast! Because being #1 is soooo overrated. And @HalleBerry Listen to the daily Van Camp and Morgan radio show at: https://vancampandmorgan.com/stations buy us a coffee    

Discover how Kate Wik, CMO of Las Vegas, drives bold innovation and storytelling to transform the city into a global destination brand. Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio. Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler.Ilyse Liffreing (00:01):And I'm Ilyse Liffreing.Damian Fowler (00:02):And welcome to this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (00:09):Today we're joined by Kate Wik, chief Marketing Officer at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The team behind the city's newest brand campaign, which launched in September,Damian Fowler (00:20):Las Vegas, is known around the world for its energy, its entertainment, and its edge. But this ladies' campaign takes a closer look at what the city means today beyond the casinos and into its growing identity as a cultural and sports destination.Ilyse Liffreing (00:34):We'll talk with Kate about the ideas behind the campaign, how Vegas is connecting with new audiences, and what it takes to evolve one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Q,Damian Fowler (00:45):Frank Sinatra. It's okay. You have an unusual role in that you represent a city as an iconic one, but could you tell us about the role?Kate Wik (00:56):That's exactly right. So I work for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Nobody knows what that is or what that means. So really, I shorthand it and I say I am the CMO of four Las Vegas. Las Vegas is my product, which is very unique. It is a city, it's a destination. It's unbelievably dynamic. And what's so unique and thrilling for a CMO of Las Vegas is that our product is always changing, always evolving. If you think back, we were known as the gaming destination. We've evolved into, we're the number one hospitality destination in the US with more hotel rooms than any other destination. And we are the entertainment capital of the world. You've got the world's best artists coming and performing on stages across destination every single night. And we've worked really hard to evolve ourselves into the sports destination as well through a lot of recent things. So really the exciting thing for me in this role is no one day is ever the same. Our product is constantly iterating and evolving, and that is a marketer's dream come true.Damian Fowler (02:10):Just on that point about the evolution of the city and the perception of it, how fast has that happened in the last, say, five, 10 years?Kate Wik (02:20):Yeah, absolutely. Incredibly fast. And so today we are known as the sports and entertainment capital of the world, but less than 10 years ago, we did not have any sports teams. Yes, sports has kind of always been in our DNA. We'd host major boxing matches in the eighties, NFR we've had for decades. NBA, we hosted their in-season tournament, NBA Summer League, but really it was through infrastructure development that really led to the explosion of sports today. So what I mean by that is we had T-Mobile Arena, which was a joint venture between MGM resorts and a EG that enabled NHL to come to town with the Vegas Golden Knights in 20 17, 20 18, we purchased the WNBA team, which we renamed the Las Vegas ACEs. And so now we've got A-W-N-B-A team. And then in 2020, of course with Allegiant Stadium, we welcome the Raiders. And so now we've got the Las Vegas Raiders, and we are, so actually in four years, we went from having zero professional sports teams to having three, and we're actively working to bring our fourth to town, which is the major league baseball. We're welcoming the Las Vegas a,Damian Fowler (03:34):Not to mention Formula One.Kate Wik (03:36):Yes, exactly. And Formula One now an annual event on our calendar. So it's a lot. It's a lot. And it creates new reasons to come to Las Vegas for our visitors. And what we found through research actually, is that the sports traveler, number one, we know sports tourism has just exploded the sports traveler. Through our research, we found that it creates a new reason to come to Las Vegas for those that haven't been here before. It creates a reason to explore the destination, see it, consider it, and then ultimately come. And then most importantly, we find that they spend more money than the average leisure traveler. So it's a really rich new audience for Las Vegas. And F1 has definitely exploded that for us too.Ilyse Liffreing (04:24):Do you know by just how much more do they spend?Kate Wik (04:27):It's usually anywhere from 500 to 800 more per trip.Ilyse Liffreing (04:31):Wow, that's a lot. And the rest on gambling,Kate Wik (04:36):AnythingIlyse Liffreing (04:36):Extra? It'sKate Wik (04:37):Funny. Gambling hasn't been, revenue from gaming hasn't been the primary source of how consumers are spending their budget while they're in town. Hasn't been that for over a decade.Ilyse Liffreing (04:51):AndKate Wik (04:51):I think it speaks to the diversification of the experience in Las Vegas. And when I say we're the entertainment capital of the world, we absolutely are. People come here to see shows, to see comedians, to experience not just like a touring show, but unbelievable residencies where our property resorts will build these amazing theaters where Lady Gaga performs, Bruno Mars performs, Adele performs, they'll create these residencies, which is unlike nowhere else in the US or world.Damian Fowler (05:26):I mean, I've been aware of that. I mean, obviously it goes right back to the Rat Pack, but more recently, like Sting had a residency there. I've been aware, IKate Wik (05:34):Just saw Backstreet Boys at the Spear, which was probably mind blowing, which was mind blowing. That's a whole nother level to the entertainment experience where it's just completely immersive that has changed the game for live music.Damian Fowler (05:48):The perception of Vegas has changed or is changing, and maybe that teases up to talk a little bit now about the new brand campaign and why this is the right moment to do it.Kate Wik (06:00):Yeah, absolutely. So we just launched a new campaign September of this year, so just a couple of weeks ago really. And the intent behind it is this notion that there are so many different reasons to come to Vegas, but there are also so many different vacation options. What we wanted to do was break through the noise and make sure that people understood that Vegas is the ultimate destination regardless of the experience you're looking for. We have it all, the breadth and depth that exists within our destination iss, it's uncomparable to any other destination. So we needed to get out there and get that message out there in big form. And why now what we found was through a lack of big brand messaging over the summer, we actually took a hit with a lot of negative headlines. And so we needed to get in front of that. And I think one of the big takeaways for marketers out there is that if you're not actively talking about your brand day in and day out, you create room for others to create their own narrative. And so after we launched the campaign, it's been about a month in market, we've seen a lot of that negativity drop because now everybody's covering, oh, here's the new elements, here are the new promotions they're doing, here are the new experiences that you can find. So it's really about driving the narrative that you want for your brand.Ilyse Liffreing (07:29):Very cool. And could you tell us a little bit about the campaign itself, maybe the creative, and then what channels are you leaning into?Kate Wik (07:36):Yeah, absolutely. In looking at how we were going to develop the work around this new brand campaign, what we wanted first and foremost was to be really authentic about Las Vegas and be very unique to a message that only Las Vegas can deliver. And so we took inspiration from our iconic welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. So it's the sign that exists literally on Las Vegas Boulevard as you drive into town. And that sign, it's 65 years old today, but it is more iconic. And the awareness on that is it puts it as one of the highest elements assets within our portfolio. So you think Las Vegas, you think of Bellagio, you think of Wynn, even Luxor or all these amazing resorts. When we show that sign, the amount of awareness of what that is and where it is and what it's for just exceeds every other asset that we have out there. So we took inspiration from that. We took the neon, the lights, the really, the notion of setting the example of fabulous Las Vegas. That's the experience that our visitors can come to expect when they come to Las Vegas. So it truly has been our brand promise for over 65 years. So that's the inspiration behind the campaign.Damian Fowler (08:57):Yeah, I can see that sign now.Ilyse Liffreing (08:59):Yes,Kate Wik (08:59):That's right.Ilyse Liffreing (09:00):Yeah, that's right. Do you have a sense of the audience that you're trying to reach and through, I guess, which channels are you trying to reach them?Kate Wik (09:10):Yeah, so we have a really diverse audience set, which is very unique for a marketer, which usually has a single product or they've got a very specific audience for that product. Vegas is really the 21 and older adult playground. And so if you look at just an average audience, it's like a 45-year-old split, 50 50 male, female, et cetera. But what we offer is an unbelievable unbeatable experience at every single price point. So we absolutely cater to that high-end luxury market, that luxury traveler, all the way down to the entry level budget conscious traveler. And so we've got products from a circus circus all the way up to a win Las Vegas. And so for us, our audience is very broad, but generally it's adult travelers, people that have traveled in the past year looking to travel again,Ilyse Liffreing (10:11):We just had Marriott on the podcast and we were talking about how more travelers now are singles and single people. And I would think that might be particularly true for Vegas. For some reason, people are coming for a new experience and to get away.Kate Wik (10:28):I think that's exactly right. Not necessarily single travelers, but the idea of it's a getaway, it's a new experience. What we find from our visitors is number one, it's really high repeat visitation because every time they come, they're finding something new. So we usually get at least 80% repeat visitation from our visitors and really high satisfaction rate, but it's that mindset of wanting to try something new. For sure. Yeah.Damian Fowler (10:56):One thing that just occurs to me as we are talking is how the awareness of Las Vegas has been so kind of embodied in so many movies and TV shows. I was just thinking, I watched the studio recently, the Seth RoganKate Wik (11:09):Show,Damian Fowler (11:09):Which I think that has a combination in Vegas whileKate Wik (11:12):I actually haven't seen it yet. So no spoilers on my list.Damian Fowler (11:16):I mean, I was thinking about Oceans 11, you can go back and back. I have to see it. But that is all kind of part of the kind of braided cultural iconography as it were of the city, I guess.Kate Wik (11:27):Yeah, I think movies represent, you almost have to think of it as a channel for marketing. It represents an amazing opportunity to penetrate culture, reach new audiences that you wouldn't normally get to talk to. And so we have a history of iconic movies. Actually this past summer, you might've seen it, but the F1 movie, that was a partnership that we did with them to make sure that they filmed in Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit. That was really important. But again, reaching new audiences, keeping us sort of at the pinnacle and sort of leading culture. Also really awesome to have Brad Pitt lead in that. I'm not going to lie. That was pretty awesome. But a ton of movies. And it's kind of interesting to think of it as almost like a marketing channel, not a traditionalIlyse Liffreing (12:17):One, but yes. Yeah, like free marketing too sometimes, because a lot of things are based in Vegas,Kate Wik (12:22):Right? On the marketing channel front, I know you had sort of asked about how do we launch the campaign, and it was very much an integrated multi-channel approach. We did everything from brand marketing, product marketing, I call it value, but it's really promotional as well as experiential. So of course, from a brand marketing point of view, TV or movies are wonderful, but there's also tv. And we launched the campaign actually with NFL kickoff, so September 4th. We know that when people tune into tv, they're tuning in really into an NFL game. That's where the most eyeballs are at any single time. So from a marketing point of view, it's great return on your investment there. So we launched with a 62nd ad on September 4th on kickoff, but really it was about making sure that this is not just a TV campaign, but it's a platform that reaches the consumer at every different touch point throughout their travel journey or through their daily life.(13:27):And so we maximized the viewership by making sure that, yes, we had a TV spot, but we partnered with the Raiders to actually take over the tunnel walk. And so when players arrive at the stadium, any stadium across the us, it's usually sort of this gray back of house space. And what we did was we installed neon all over the wall as the backdrop. And so it gave our players the sense of pride as they're walking in where they see this huge fabulous Las Vegas neon sign, and then they get a bit of a swagger. And then we partnered with GQ to cover sort of the fit that the players are wearing because that's a whole thing, this sort of new cultural moment where you've got the intersection of professional sports and these athletes in fashion. And so GQ wants to cover that. And so now the backdrop for all of this is the fabulous Las Vegas neon sign that we installed.(14:22):And so then CVS and ESPN want to cover it because they're like, oh, what's going on with the Vegas tunnel walk? And so every time Vegas shows up, we want to make sure that we're sort of breaking through the clutter. We're doing something very unique, bold and different, and whatever we do, it's sort of Vegas worthy. So I guess another channel is outdoor. We don't just buy outdoor. We worked with media partners to find these super high impact spectacular units that just command attention. So around the corner, in Times Square, we have this huge 3D board where you've got a 3D view of the iconic welcome to Las Vegas sign that rotates and dice come out, chips come out, an F1 race car comes out, right? It's a showstopper. And when you walk into Times Square, you see people taking pictures of advertising and that blows your mind.(15:21):And then on the other side of the country, we've got an actual neon installation on Sunset Boulevard. So we took, quite frankly, one of the ideas behind the campaign is let's take the neon and export it. Let's take our Neon National. And so we've got these big neon relics all across the us and so this one on Sunset Boulevard is spectacular. And then you walk across any of our resorts in Las Vegas and you see our Neon Signs Launch week. We took over all of our, well in our top 10 markets, we took over our digital outdoor boards and we had a roadblock for the whole week of launch. So just doing these big spectacular moments to capture the attention of our viewers. Wow,Damian Fowler (16:08):That's a lot that you're doing a tremendous amount, but on the other side of it, how are you kind of measuring and tracking all of these moments that you've created?Kate Wik (16:18):Yeah, I think measurement is incredibly important for any brand. We are actually consistently in market every single week with a research tracker, a brand health tracker. We've been doing it for decades. Making sure that we're keeping a finger on the pulse of our consumer is really important to us. So before we launched the campaign, obviously we tested it to see, number one, does it break through? Does it resonate? Does it deliver on the message of escape? Does it make people want to go to Las Vegas? It actually tested stronger than any other campaign that we've tested, and we test all of our campaigns. So that was pretty exciting. And then post-launch, again, we're in the market every single week. We found that we continue to uptick in terms of likability of the campaign, the campaign that makes you want to travel to Las Vegas. Those metrics are really important to us, intent to travel, and so it's continued to climb every single week since we've been in market. That's really strong. I think outside of traditional campaign testing, something that we consistently do is social listening, and so understanding what the current conversation is on social, I had mentioned this summer was a little bit rough. There was a lot of negativity out there for us. What we found was we had peaked in terms of negativity online in, gosh, in August. We launched Campaign in September, and that number has dramatically reduced, which is fantastic. It goes back to this point of you have to constantly be talking and driving your own narrative.(18:01):Otherwise if there's a void, others are going to fill it for you. That's was aIlyse Liffreing (18:05):Quick turnaround time too fromKate Wik (18:07):InIlyse Liffreing (18:07):August to launching inKate Wik (18:08):September. Absolutely. So a couple weeks. So I would say early August was peak and then Campaign formally launched September 4th, but working with our property partners to seed components of the campaign before, that was a big part of it as well. And then I think a very tactical measurement is we launched actually the first ever destination wide sale, so we called it the Fabulous Five Day Sale. Our campaign is Welcome to Fabulous, so fabulous five day sale. We wanted to make sure that we were putting a spotlight on the value that exists across the destination. And what we found was we drove four times the amount of website volume that we normally do to visit las vegas.com and that we actually were driving more referrals, so people were coming in to see what these deals were, what the sale was, this first ever limited sale, and then the traffic, the referral traffic that we were sending out to the booking engines of each of our property partners. That was 120 times the normal weekly average that we have in terms of, oh my gosh, yeah, referral, wait. So really unbelievable. It was kind of mind blowing for us in terms of the results of that. Nice.Ilyse Liffreing (19:28):And what was the reception from businesses in Las Vegas too, because that involved all of them?Kate Wik (19:34):Absolutely. Yeah. We don't launch a campaign without the support of our property partners. The reception was fabulous to use a cliche, incredibly fabulous. They leaned into it, you'll see part of the campaign. We created these neon elements and literally handed over this toolkit to our property partners so they can push out on all of their digital signage, on all of their marketing elements, sort of reflections of the campaign work as well and tie into it.Damian Fowler (20:05):Great. Just out of curiosity, is the campaign driven from the ground up by businesses or does it come top down as it were, from what your office, what's the kind of interaction?Kate Wik (20:19):Yeah. Well, the interaction is we are the DMO, the destination marketing organization for Las Vegas. So what we do is we work closely with our property partners to understand what's the business needs, what are the trends they're seeing. We do research and provide them top level trends, and then we work with them on what do we need the advertising to accomplish, and then we develop the campaigns. We're funded by them. We're actually funded by a room tax, which is paid by our visitors. And so there is complete coordination with our property partners, and we really do all of the upper funnel marketing for them. That's kind of the role we play for them.Damian Fowler (21:00):Interesting. Yeah. Yeah. I want to ask you, actually, I guess this is a big picture question. Are there other big cities that kind of have similar outreach or similar marketing campaigns, or are you unique in lots of ways?Kate Wik (21:15):I think the big destinations like New York, la, they will have a tourism authority within their destination that we'll do it for them. I think what's unique about Las Vegas is how we're funded. Again, it is through this room tax. And so generally, I'm not out there every day trying to drum up membership funds or anything. Our job is to go market the destination 365 days a year. That is why we exist. And so I think other destinations have something similar, but not quite the structure or the support behind it. And I think what is unique for Las Vegas is tourism is the number one economic driver for southern Nevada, and so we're the engine behind that. We have to make sure we're continuing to fuel that. Tourism represents 55 million or 55 billion, excuse me, in direct economic impact. That's visitors coming, spending fueling the local economy. And so the role we play matters. The advertising that we do matters because it fuels the entire ecosystem and the economic climate for Southern Nevada. Wow.Damian Fowler (22:33):Another quick question, follow up question there because you keep making me think of things. You have a lot of international visitors. Do you have a sense of where the majority of them are comingKate Wik (22:42):From? Yeah. Yeah. So international visitors are really important to us. Interesting. Canada's typically is our number one market. We have seen a decrease this year from our Canadian visitors. That's true for the US overall. We love our neighbors to the north and we welcome them back. But Canada is generally number one. Mexico is number two. Mexico is still going strong. They've actually seen growth year over year. UK is our number three market. We love our UK visitors and our partnership with F1 continues to grow that, which is phenomenal. And then interesting, our fourth market is actually Australia, and we don't have a direct flight there today, but it's an easy stopover from la. But the Australians and the Aussies, they love coming to Las Vegas. Great cultural alignment, but in general, we love all of our international visitors, and it's about anywhere from 10 to 15% of our overall visitor mix,Damian Fowler (23:46):So Cool.Ilyse Liffreing (23:47):Well, so along with just how many changes Las Vegas has seen, how would you, I guess, describe the expectations around hospitality and how that has changed over the years?Kate Wik (23:59):Gosh, hospitality, not unlike marketing, it's really fueled by tech innovation. Everything from keyless check-in, you can check in on your phone, you can use your phone as your key. All of these things have been unbelievable accelerants to a great experience, but that's across the board in every city, across the world. Technology has fueled that. I think what's unique for Las Vegas is actually doubling down on the core of who we are. And that's about service, and that's about kind of going back to the brand promise of the campaign where the welcome to fabulous Las Vegas isn't just a sign. It is the brand promise of the experience you're going to have here. And before we launched the campaign, we actually went around to all the CEOs and all the presidents of all our resort property partners to say and to remind them, we're going to launch this campaign, we're going to go back to the roots of Las Vegas. And the roots of that is hospitality, and it's about making every individual feel like somebody special that is so uniquely Las Vegas. You can walk into a circus, circus, an Excalibur, and have this mind blowing unbelievable experience. You could also walk into a Bellagio, an aria, a fountain blue, and have a mind blowing unbelievable experience. It's not based on your economic value or your financial worth. It's based on who you are as a visitor coming. We're going to deliver that unbelievable experience, and that is service related, hospitality related for us.Ilyse Liffreing (25:39):Very cool. So what's next then? How are you planning to build on the success?Kate Wik (25:44):I think for us, welcome to Fabulous is not just like an A Flash in the Pan ad campaign. What we intended to do was create a marketing platform that will just stand the test of time that will continue to iterate off of it. We have three big announcements, not yet announced, but still coming out later this year that just continue to build on this platform. So it's a platform for us as the DMO, but it's also a platform for our property partners to continue to iterate because it is so unique to us.Damian Fowler (26:20):Now we've got some kind of quickfire questions now we've looked at that bigKate Wik (26:24):Picture.Damian Fowler (26:25):What are you obsessed with figuring out right now?Kate Wik (26:29):I am obsessed with figuring out how you hack the social algorithms. And I think what's super interesting is something that can go viral that isn't necessarily representative of the brand or the experience that you have. And so really making sure that for us, it's fueling a ton of content out there to make sure that we're dominating what that narrative is. And that's not just from brand voice, it's influencers or whatever, but that social algorithms I think is really important forDamian Fowler (27:05):Brands. Yeah, absolutely. I would love to figure that out too. It seems like a kind of a magic unlock.Ilyse Liffreing (27:11):Yes. Right.Damian Fowler (27:14):Okay.Ilyse Liffreing (27:15):This year you are included on the Forbes list of 50 Fierce Global leaders.Kate Wik (27:20):Yes.Ilyse Liffreing (27:20):Congratulations. Thank you. What is one piece of wisdom you'd pass on to other marketers?Kate Wik (27:27):Oh gosh. Constant learning, constant iteration. Nothing is ever done, right? You put something out in the world, there's always a chance to continue to iterate and learn and get feedback and continue to push it further. Yeah.Damian Fowler (27:44):Another is ai, a marketer's friend.Kate Wik (27:46):Yeah, absolutely. But actually, let's be careful with that. It's a friend, but it's like a starting point, right? I think using it as information, as research, as sort of an input but not a final output is really important.Damian Fowler (28:01):I like that. That distinction is important.Ilyse Liffreing (28:03):One last fun one for you, maybe outside of the Brad Pitt movie from the summer. What's your favorite movie set in LasKate Wik (28:12):Vegas? Oh, gosh. I love Oceans 11. I mean, how can you not? I mean, it's still Brad Pitt, butDamian Fowler (28:20):Oh, yeah.Kate Wik (28:20):But it's an icon. He can be at anything, everything.Ilyse Liffreing (28:27):And that'sDamian Fowler (28:27):It for this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (28:29):This show is produced by Molten Hart. Our theme is by Love and caliber, and our associate producer is Sydney Cairns.Damian Fowler (28:36):And remember,Kate Wik (28:37):If you're not actively talking about your brand day in and day out, you create room for others to create their own narrative.Damian Fowler (28:45):I'm Damian, and I'm Ilyse, and we'll see you next time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sobre la tensión en la frontera norte por la migración, donde el Gobierno insiste en la "normalidad" de los flujos; además de la inquietud de los mercados ante la volatilidad de la inteligencia artificial y los activos digitales, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Valenzuela y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

This week on 1 Of A Kind With RVD, Rob Van Dam welcomes Las Vegas legend Frankie Citro to the show. Citro is famously in Las Vegas' black book and is looking to be the first person to get out of it - alive! Citro shares stories about famous Vegas mobsters, being a boxing mercenary, stories of The Rat Pack and much more! F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code RVD15 at theperfectjean.nyc/RVD15 #theperfectjeanpod Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with MANDO and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code RVD at shopmando.com! #mandopod Head to Greek Glass and get your exclusive RVD smoking glass! https://www.greekglassshop.com/category/rvd420 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sobre las redes del cuestionado conservador Sergio Yáber en la Trama Bielorrusa y el baneo de redes sociales a adolescentes en Australia, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Fernanda Paúl en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre los aciertos estratégicos de candidato presidencial José Antonio Kast en la segunda vuelta contrastados con el "incendio subterráneo" del caso Araya; mientras el ministro de la Corte Suprema Diego Simpertigue es notificado de una grave acusación constitucional por el caso Muñeca Bielorrusa, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Gary Salamido, President and CEO of the North Carolina Chamber. Gary shares his unexpected journey from pharmacist to advocacy leader, spending 19 years at Glaxo before joining the Chamber in 2011. The conversation explores the Chamber's groundbreaking Carolina Health Works initiative, a small business health insurance program 12 years in the making that aims to help North Carolina's 144,000 businesses with 2-50 employees access more affordable healthcare options. Gary emphasizes the importance of listening and building relationships in business, lessons learned from his pharmacy background and entrepreneurial father. They also discuss music preferences, with Gary revealing his love for the Rat Pack, Frank Sinatra, and classic rock from the 1980s.

Para analizar el sorpresivo ascenso de Franco Parisi y el Partido de la Gente (PDG) en la reciente elección presidencial y parlamentaria; y el reposicionamiento de esta fuerza parlamentaria con miras a la próxima administración, el analista político y director del Centro de Políticas Públicas de la UDD, Gonzalo Müller, conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela, en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el desarrollo de una nueva edición del evento Emprende tu Mente y lo que dejó la COP 30 realizada en Brasil, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Paloma Ávila en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Send us a textWe race from Prohibition to the modern bourbon boom, then settle in for a deep dive on finished whiskey with Dark Arts as our guide. Sponsors, community updates, and a holiday giveaway round out a fast, flavorful hour.• Prohibition's shock and the long road to repeal• WWII ethanol pivot and postwar bourbon export growth• 1964 resolution protecting bourbon's identity• 1970s slump, 1980s reinvention with single barrel and barrel proof• Rat Pack influence and changing bar culture• Tourism, education, and smarter marketing• Tariffs, distribution battles, and capacity growth• Finished bourbon acceptance and flavor innovation• Dark Arts origins, French oak and Armagnac tasting notes• Scores, takeaways, and brand shoutouts• Afterparty move to Facebook with live Zoom linkTune in to the Scotchy Bourbon Boys, become a member, subscribe, and enter the 12 Days of Christmas giveaway: “bourbons and whiskies from Christmas past and Christmas present, and then the one bottle from the Christmas future.”Bourbon doesn't just survive history; it adapts, pivots, and comes back stronger. We kick off with a fast tour from Prohibition's shutdown to the 1964 Congressional move that defined bourbon as a distinctive product of the United States, then through the 70s slump, the 80s reinvention with single barrel and barrel strength, and the 2000s surge driven by smarter marketing, tourism, and a far more educated drinker. Along the way, we unpack why tariffs and distribution shape what you find on shelves, how cooperage and barrel supply affect flavor, and why today's distilleries are betting on both scale and storytelling.Then we pour. Dark Arts takes center stage with two finishes that show how wood can expand a whiskey's world without drowning its roots. The French oak finish lights up the glass with raisin, currant, vanilla sugar cookie, and clove on a plush 108‑proof frame. The Armagnac finish leans into cinnamon toast, caramel, dark fruit, and a finish that refuses to quit, drifting into chocolate and toasted oak. We trade notes on mouthfeel, structure, and balance, and explain why these casks read as integrated rather than gimmicky. If you've ever wondered whether finishing can elevate a well‑made bourbon, this tasting offers a clear, compelling yes.We also shout out friends and sponsors across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio, spotlighting experiences from barrel‑pick tours to serious craft dining. If you're mapping a whiskey trip, you'll hear where to book, what to try, and how to make the most of limited releases. Stick around to the end for community updates, our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway, and afterparty details. If you enjoy the ride, tap follow, leave a quick review, and share this with a friend who's ready to upgrade their pour.Add for SOFL If You Have GohstsSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.com The Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/

Actor Cesar Romero is probably best known for his role as The Joker in the 1960s Batman series, a portrayal that would later define the character and cast a large shadow over future screen adaptations. But well before Romero put on the green wig and red lipstick, he had a successful and varied career. He acted alongside the Rat Pack in Ocean’s Eleven and Carmen Miranda in Week-End in Havana. Most of his roles fell into the ‘Latin Lover’ stereotype, a mold he did not fit in his everyday life. Yet, despite on-screen limitations, Romero was still able to imbue each character with a sense of humanity. In the new biography Cesar Romero: The Joker is Wild, author Samuel Garza Bernstein goes in depth about Romero’s life pre-Hollywood, his career pre-Joker, and his 1980s renaissance as an A-list TV actor. On FilmWeek, Larry speaks with Garza Bernstein about Romero’s legacy. Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

"CG: The Woolner brothers came to the Garden of Allah and we had a meeting in the Garden, where all the stars used to sneak away to make out. They wanted a gang picture, as it was the time of the street gangs and juvenile delinquents. I told them I had one called "The Rat Pack" and they said they wanted a girl gang. So I got to work on Teenage Doll, which was Larry Woolner taking the title of [Elia] Kazan's Baby Doll [1956]. But the Johnson Bureau, or the Hays Office – I forget which was in at the time – rejected the story. AG: So you had to re-write it over the weekend? CG: Well I had to ruin it over the weekend."