Vegas Heart Attack

Colokum Craft CoffeeUse the Promo Code [WSMG15] For 15% of any purchase through June 2026Boomer Bunker DischordBecome a Bunker DwellerAaron KickstarterHelp Aaron with his Spicy Kickstarter557 Vegas Heart AttackDAILY MARKERSNATIONAL DAY: NATIONAL RESCUE DOG DAY — Celebrates shelter pets finding homes and reminds America that mutts somehow end up being the smartest dogs in the neighborhood.BIRTHDAY: JOE COCKER (1944–2014) — Legendary blues-rock singer known for his raspy voice, wild stage movements, and unforgettable performance of “With a Little Help From My Friends.”THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1873 — LEVI STRAUSS PATENTED BLUE JEANS — Blue jeans officially became American fashion, workwear, rebellion, and dad attire all at the same time.---HEART ATTACK GRILL HAS VEGAS CORONARYThe What:One of the locations tied to Las Vegas’ famous Heart Attack Grill has reportedly closed, with ownership blaming rising costs, declining conditions in parts of Las Vegas, and changing tourism patterns. The restaurant became nationally famous for hospital-themed servers and oversized burgers loaded with extreme calorie counts.The Take:Only Las Vegas could create a headline where the “Heart Attack Grill” gets taken out by economics instead of cholesterol. Somewhere a tourist in flip-flops and cargo shorts is pouring out a milkshake in remembrance.---NYC MAN-EATER MANHOLEThe What:A 56-year-old grandmother from Westchester County died after falling into an open manhole in New York City while utility work was underway. Investigators are now reviewing safety procedures and how the work zone was secured.The Take:At this point New Yorkers aren’t walking through a city — they’re navigating a live-action obstacle course. Between potholes, subway chaos, scaffolding, and now surprise death holes in the sidewalk, Gotham City is starting to feel less fictional every year.---SHOT DETECTOR SHOT DOWNThe What:Officials in Springfield, Massachusetts, voted to deactivate the city’s ShotSpotter gunshot-detection system roughly one week after a major active shooter event. Critics argued the technology contributes to disproportionate policing in minority and migrant communities.The Take:This debate basically comes down to one uncomfortable modern question: how do cities balance public safety, surveillance, policing, and community trust all at the same time? Because everybody says they want safer neighborhoods — right up until the methods become controversial.----SHOW CREDITS:Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK StudioAudio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible DesignsCast: Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer BunkerAaron of I had to Say itBoomer Bob of the Boomer Bob ShowLorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0Cody the Beard as the Last Word.Supporters:Steve McShane of the Razor Wire NewsJosh Roberts from New Hampshireand you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]