I’m on E! tonight

At least that’s what they tell me. I was interviewed for an episode of THS Investigates called “Vegas Winners and Losers.” I’m not sure which one I’m supposed to represent. We did the interview in front of a blue screen, so they could put me in front of any kind of backdrop. I’m guessing that if I’m a winner, I’ll have a limo or something behind me, and if I’m a loser, I’ll be in some alley in front of a trashbin.

The show debuts on E! at 8pm EDT tonight, then is on again Saturday at 5pm and Sunday at 3pm. So set your DVRs.

I’ve got absolutely no idea to what extent I’m even on screen. I did talk for a while, but you never know. Particularly since I haven’t won or lost much in Vegas. And I don’t think I called anyone a loser or said anything particularly controversial.

But if you haven’t gotten your daily fix of my wit from today’s two posts, go ahead and check out E! tonight.

Book review: Out of the Jungle

Jimmy Hoffa, through the lending power of his Central States Pension Fund, had a huge impact on Las Vegas and casino history. I don’t think the definitive statement of that impact has been written yet.

That’s not at all a knock on this book: the author’s scope is Hoffa’s whole life, and the Teamster investments there (no matter how influential in that city) were only a small part of a much bigger picture. This is a great book and one that I’d recommend, both to the casual reader and to an academic audience.
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