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From the 1930s to today, this series examines Vegas' evolution into an entertainment mecca, and its everlasting ability to reflect and refract American identity. Featuring interviews with entertainers, former showgirls, and other experts.

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Season 1

  • From Sand to Strip
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    From Sand to Strip

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/25/2024

    As Vegas grows into an entertainment and gambling mecca for tourists, mob syndicates, and performers, the city reflects the social ideals of the era.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Golden Age
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    The Golden Age

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/3/2024

    The 60s marked the rise of counterculture, contrasting with the overt sexuality of Vegas. While Elvis Presley thrived in his peak years, the mafia faced their first government crackdown.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Shuffling the Deck
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    Shuffling the Deck

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/17/2024

    Vegas is on the decline in the 1970s, as corporatization drives away most major performers and Elvis Presley is caught in a grueling schedule of performing.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Greatest Show On Earth
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    The Greatest Show On Earth

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/24/2024

    The strip explodes with new Disney-fied hotels, casinos, and megastars, highlighting the evolution and continual reinvention of the strip in the face of difficulty.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown