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Las Vegas news scoops, industry insider info, satirical blog.
Main Content Focus
Las Vegas casinos, city news, industry analysis, satire, behind-the-scenes scoops.
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Short description
Vital Vegas is an award-winning blog, podcast, and social media presence founded and run by Scott Roeben, a seasoned Las Vegas insider. Since 2013, it has broken countless stories about Las Vegas casinos, entertainment, restaurants, and tourism industry trends. Known for humor, sharp commentary, and unfiltered takes, Vital Vegas is a go-to resource for locals, visitors, and media seeking early scoops, industry chatter, and a true “insider’s insider” perspective. Content spans the official blog, a highly influential Twitter/X account, a YouTube channel, and a long-running podcast, all delivering timely Las Vegas updates and wit.
Full real Name
Scott Roeben
Nationality
American
City or Country of Residence
Las Vegas, United States
Languages Spoken
English
Previous Occupations
Manager of Content and Social Marketing at Caesars Entertainment; Digital Marketing at Fremont Street Experience; Content and Communications Manager at LeoVegas.com
Interesting facts
Roeben is well known for speaking in the first person plural (“we”); he has won multiple awards for best Las Vegas blog and social media; Vital Vegas was named Best Vegas Twitter Feed by Desert Companion magazine.
Awards and Nominations
Best Las Vegas Blog, Groundbreaker Award, Best of Las Vegas: Best Twitter/X account, Best Business Blog by Las Vegas Interactive Marketers Association.
Media Features and Interviews
Quoted and referenced by national/international outlets; frequent podcast and blog interviews.
Milestones Achieved
Massive Twitter/X growth; 50 million monthly impressions; major scoops picked up by mainstream outlets; over a decade as Vegas’s insider blog.
YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@vitalvegasofficial
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Channel or Blog Description
Las Vegas’s essential blog, podcast, and social media for news, tips, rumors, and what-the-heck commentary on all things Vegas.
Year Started
2013
Channel language
English
Platforms Used
Blog, Twitter/X, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Podcast
Frequency of Content Updates
Multiple posts weekly; regular social media/live commentary.
Typical Video or Stream Length
YouTube videos: typically 10–35 minutes; podcast episodes: average 76 minutes.
Average Number of Videos or Posts per Month
10
Target Audience Demographics
Las Vegas tourists, casino enthusiasts, gaming industry professionals, local residents
Audience Location Breakdown
Primarily U.S.-based; global following among Las Vegas fans.
Audience Engagement Methods
Community interaction via Twitter/X, blog comments, real-time replies, podcast listener Q&A, social polls.
Fan Clubs or Groups
Active Twitter/X community
Meetups or Events with Fans
Occasional fan meetups and event appearances documented on social media
Plans for Channel or Blog Evolution
Recent major partnership with Casino.org; ongoing independence; plans for continued exclusive scoop reporting and podcasting.
Content Creation Process
Solo operation by Scott Roeben, leveraging a broad network of sources; authentic, in-the-moment style; no sponsored or paid content.
Filming Location
Las Vegas, NV; casinos, restaurants, city events
Team Members and Collaborators
Scott Roeben (sole creator and operator)