About this episode

This episode provides a brief overview of how Las Vegas became a central hub for gambling in America.

A five-minute taste of our full interview on how Las Vegas became Las Vegas. Subscribe to HTW+ to hear the rest at htwpod.com or in your Apple Podcasts app.

Topics covered

• Las Vegas
• gambling
• American culture
• history of gambling
• entertainment industry

Keywords

• Las Vegas
• gambling nation
• history
• interview
• HISTORY Channel

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: HISTORY® Channel, Back Pocket Studios

Places: Las Vegas, America

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