ZorkCast - Vegas Podcast + Yo-11 Minutes - Casino/Travel Loyalty, Casino Experience, Gambling and Luxury Travel
ZorkCast Podcast has a renewed focus and emphasis on casino loyalty and the intersection between casino loyalty schemes with traditional travel loyalty programs.
Plus: Yo-Eleven Minutes
Mostly Vegas. No BS. Casino Experience +more
ZorkCast, a chat about Vegas, Casino Loyalty, Travel Loyalty, gambling and luxury travel focusing on experiences: #PaxEx (Passenger Experience) and #CasinoEx (Casino Experience) are significant areas of conversation and exploration.
Join us, and please DM or email questions, comments, and thoughts to tips@travelzork.com
Episodes
303 episodes
Cal Neva Is Coming Back... and Why Great Concierges Still Matter - Yo-11 Podcast (S8E170)
ON THIS EPISODE: The historic Cal Neva at Lake Tahoe is reopening under a new name, Trager discusses its legendary lore involving Monroe, Sinatra, and Giancana. Also, Trager shares the importance of having a great concierge.Cal Ne...
Rhythm Is Risk: Why “Superstition” Is Sometimes Just Discipline in Disguise - Yo-11 Podcast (E169S8)
ON THIS EPISODE: Craps “superstition” isn’t always about luck. Sometimes it’s just bankroll management with better PR. 🎲🧠TravelZork FB group thread link: ->
The Real Game Casinos Don’t Admit Until Your Metrics Beat Theirs - Yo-11 PODCAST (E168S8)
ON THIS EPISODE: The game happening behind the game when you play Blackjack. Buckle up, it's an A.P. episode!Video referenced: -> HERETravelZork FB group thread link: ->
Wynn Las Vegas Chairman Card Confidential + $32M Make-Up Mansion - Yo-11 Podcast (E167S8)
ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses the Wynn Chairman Card and what is and isn't known about it, plus nothing says I'm sorry like a $32 Million Dollar Mansion....damn.Join the TravelZork FB Group ->
Resorts World Las Vegas $10.5 Million Fine Explained - Yo-11 Podcast (E166S8)
ON THIS EPISODE: A deep Dive on the 10.5 Million Dollar Fine bestowed upon Resorts World Las Vegas by the Nevada Gaming Commission.Article about this story:
Taking “Advantage” Of Casino Loyalty Opportunities - Yo-11 Podcast (E165S8)
ON THIS EPISODE: Seeing both sides. Taking advantage of opportunities does not make you bad, it makes you smart. Tweet from Boonedocks @S100Dfan:https://x.com/S100Dfan/status/2008893657596752203News Story: Mary J B...
Vegas and Casino Destination Favorites of 2025 (E164S8)
ON THIS EPISODE: The boys are back for Season 8 and the new year. We talk Favorite Vegas Destinations from last year, looking back, hindsight being 20/20 and such.Also, this is where you come in. What are some memorable/ic...
ZorkFest in Retrospect + Loyalty and Celery Soda - Yo-11 Podcast (E163S7)
ON THIS EPISODE: We discuss everything that happened at ZorkFest, what we thought about M Resort, lots of shout-outs! Also... apparently, Celery Soda exists and Trager is a fan.Join the TravelZork FB Group ->
Don't MISS ZorkFest on December 5th - You WILL be a winner, but.... - Yo-11 Podcast (E162S7)
but.... Travel, Loyalty and Casino (comps) --- It's NOT about WINNING It's about optimizing and doing BETTER.ON THIS EPISODE: It's our last pre-ZorkFest episode and we have the details on how this year's ZorkFest will be next lev...
Move Fast - Make Quick Decisions - Get Better (Travel and Casino) Deals - Yo-11 Podcast (E161S7)
ON THIS EPISODE: Why not to wait and overthink when it comes to deals.🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉 December 2025 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points✅ Redeem Points For Amazing Va...
5 Reasons Why You'll Love Delilah - Yo-11 Podcast (E160S7)
ON THIS EPISODE: We discuss our visit to Delilah at Wynn.LINKSDelilah @ Wynnhttps://www.wynnlasvegas.com/dining/fine-dining/delilahCristie Norman - Sommalielhttps://www.instagram.com/cristienorman_somm/
XS at Wynn Las Vegas - Oh What a Night(club) - Yo-11 Podcast (E159S7)
ON THIS EPISODE: We're talking about our visit to XS Nightclub which was designed by Roger Thomas (Executive VP of design for Wynn Design & Development) and has been going strong since 2008. Plus we got scoop of the future or n...
ZorkFest Master Classes - Yo-11 Podcast (E158S7)
ON THIS EPISODE: Michel Mason Trager discusses the ZorkFest Master Classes, optional add-ons = outstanding gained-knowledge. More info: https://travelzork.travel/zorkfest/#optionaladdonsPodcast Ponder: No Caesars Casin...
E-157 Vegas Prices Are Crazy? The Steak House Edition
ON THIS EPISODE: We're comparing Steak Prices in Las Vegas against other cities to see if Vegas prices are as crazy as they sound.News story: New Bally's Casino Rendering and Plans.🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2...
Encore Boston Harbor - Virgin Slot Jackpot - $1.50 Costco Hotdogs - Yo-11 Podcast (S7156)
ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager talks about his stay Encore Boston Harbor, the Riverwalk, Seamark Seafood, Rare Steakhouse and a virgin slot player's JACKPOT win!Book Encore Boston Harbor with PERKS AND BENEFITS! ->
(Vegas and Casino) Hotel Upgrades and This and That - Yo-11 Podcast (E155S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses a plethora of topics from Credit card Holds, Late Check-Outs, Why Debit Cards are not your best option, and more.JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 December 20...
Don't Touch That (Vegas) Casino Free Play + Loyalty Summit Chicago (E154S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: Michal Mason Trager discusses strategies for optimizing your comps/freeplay/ and more.Gambling | Casino THEO | It’s All About The THEO (Average Daily Theoretical – ADT)https://travelzork.com/gambling-casino-t...
Hard Rock Holly - WWW - Weekend with Wong - Yo-11 Podcast (E153S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: Michael Mason Trager discusses his Weekend With Wong (Wong’s Casino Adventures) at Hard Rock Hollywood Florida.Wong’s Casino Adventures -> HERE<...
Can Caesars (casino) “Make It” in Times Square? - Yo-11 Podcast (E152S6)
A Caesars Casino in Times Square NYC is in the works, can they make it there as they've made it everywhere else? We discuss. Source: https://w42st.com/post/caesars-palace-times-square-casino-interiors/🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EV...
Honoring Mark of 360Vegas - Icons and Legends of Vegas - Yo-11 Podcast (E151S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: Today we honor Mark Wojtowicz of the 360 Vegas Podcast and author of the book "Vegas: From Fremont to the Strip, How Las Vegas Casinos Evolved" We're doing Vegas History today, something Mark loved more than most. Our to...
Want to Survive the (Vegas) Casino Comp Game? Yes, really. - Yo-11 Podcast (E150S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: Loyalty Points and Miles expert Michael Mason Trager, shares tips and trips on how to Survive the (Vegas) Casino Comp Game.News: MGM Grand Debuts RenovationsLearn Video Poker |
Wynn Opens Wynn Mayfair - Yo-11 Podcast (E149S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: The Wynn Mayfair in London was previously known as Aspinall's Casino. Wynn Resorts acquired Aspinall's in early 2025 and rebranded it as Wynn Mayfair. Prior to being a casino, the building was known as the White Elephant...
Wynn Connoisseur Series - Cheese Connoisseur | Masterclass Las Vegas - Yo-11 Podcast (E148S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: Trager attended the Cheese Connoisseur Masterclass at Wynn and discusses that as well as his and Movestro's experience at the Wine Connoisseur Masterclass. 🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉
Best Vegas, Casino Loyalty (+ Luxury) Website - TravelZork.com Version 2.0 - Yo-11 Podcast (E147S6)
ON THIS EPISODE: We show off the brand new TravelZork.com 2.0 redesign, highlighting changes made and its new features.🎉 JOIN US OUR NEXT EPIC EVENT!ZorkFest 2025 🎉 December 2025 - Las Vegas ✅ Learn More About Using Points
