Unearthing Vegas: Authenticating Chips and Unraveling Gambling History with Renee Contreras

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Coyal reunites with Renee Contreras, the owner of the Side Bet Podcast. Renee started as a chip collector and evolved into a podcast host, preserving Las Vegas and gambling history. He shares his journey of starting the podcast and the guests and content listeners can expect. Renee also discusses the process of authenticating old school chips and the rarest and most valuable chips in his collection. The episode concludes with a trivia question about the World Series of Poker and plans for future collaboration. Takeaways Renee Contreras started as a chip collector and evolved into a podcast host, preserving Las Vegas and gambling history. Starting a podcast requires passion, perseverance, and continuous improvement. Authenticating old school chips involves using tools like Chip Guide and seeking assistance from other collectors. The Side Bet Podcast features a variety of guests, including card counters, poker players, authors, and collectors. The World Series of Poker is now hosted at the Paris Las Vegas hotel, replacing the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:04 Evolution from Chip Collector to Podcast Host 06:08 Authenticating Old School Chips 08:41 Starting the Side Bet Podcast 09:39 Content and Guests on the Side Bet Podcast 11:18 Journey of Starting a Podcast 12:36 Getting the First Guest 15:46 Monetizing the Podcast 17:25 World's Largest Casino Collectible Show 27:36 Closing Remarks and Future Collaboration Subscribe to Visit Vegas Places with Coyal Never miss an episode again! Plus get behind the scenes coverage with business owners and chefs. Have you thought about hosting your own podcast show? If so, I have provided links below to get you started in the right direction. Start with some gear that you already have, and a quiet space. Now you are officially ready. Riverside FM - provides quality recording and virtual capabilities for long distance guest. Access RiversideFM here Buzzsprout - is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your recording. Access Buzzsprout Here Show music composed by: Dae One Visit Vegas Places with Coyal. Real Vegas, Real Topics, Real Business with Real Owners. Covering topics on economics, entrepreneurship, health, well-being and FOOD! Thank You for tuning in and make sure to VISIT VEGAS PLACES! Follow our social media platforms: https://www.instagram.com/visitvegasplaces/ https://www.youtube.com/c/CoyalHarrisonIII Support the show