Rick Lax

Rick Lax wrote the kick-ass book Lawyer Boy: A Case Study on Growing Up. His next book, Fool Me Once: Hustlers, Hookers, Headliners, and How Not to Get Screwed in Vegas, comes out in January. It also kicks ass. When he's not writing, Rick spends his time dressing up as an octogenarian, reuniting feuding prop comics, and stealing urine mats from casino bathrooms.

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Thinking about Mitt Romney, 'Mad Men' and more: Wednesday, May 30, 2012; Also, pondering the obesity rate of a nudist society.
Memorial Day Weekend in Vegas—minus the club: No one plans to drink at the hotel bar ... but that doesn't mean it's empty; Sunday, May 27, 2012; No one plans to drink at the hotel bar ... but that doesn't mean it's empty.
5 things every tourist should know for MDW in Las Vegas: Friday, May 25, 2012; From club-entry tips to parking problems, read this before you venture out in Vegas.
On Fridays, get your steak with a side of fantastic live music at Hank's: Wednesday, May 23, 2012; “It’s like Drai’s Afterhours, but there’s no ropes ..."
Weighing Sandoval as Romney's veep: Wednesday, May 23, 2012; Nevada's status as crucial swing state helps the Governor's chances.
Thinking about 'Saturday Night Live,' James Bond and more: Wednesday, May 23, 2012; Also, Downtown is about to get soaked.
Book review: 'The Fear Index': Wednesday, May 16, 2012; The man who wrote The Ghost Writer returns with another effective thriller, The Fear Index
How gambling on the World Series of Poker could influence play: Wednesday, May 16, 2012; The Gaming Control Board will allow gamblers to bet on various WSOP events this year.
Holley's World (of coffee): A former Le Rêve performer opens her own business and creates a new community; Thursday, May 10, 2012; Bringing people together with fresh roasted beans and open mic Thursdays.
Book review: 'Drop Dead Healthy': Wednesday, May 9, 2012; A.J. Jacobs tackles the health craze in his latest book, 'Drop Dead Healthy'
R.I.P. Amarillo Slim: reflecting on the legacy of the influential poker player: Wednesday, May 2, 2012; The 83-year-old helped to turn poker into the multibillion-dollar enterprise it is today.
Laughing about Mariott coffee with David Sedaris: Wednesday, May 2, 2012; In case you didn't already know it, David Sedaris is really funny
A 140-word review of a 140-page book, 'The World America Made': Wednesday, May 2, 2012; Robert Kagan's latest book falls a bit short
Thinking about Aria's new signage, SNL alums turned political whack jobs and more: Wednesday, April 25, 2012; Also, a Kir Royale faux pas.
The tricky business of magic and copyrights: Wednesday, April 25, 2012; >Under copyright law, choreography, pantomime and stage directions are generally protectable; magic secrets aren’t.
Book Review: 'The Power of Habit': Wednesday, April 18, 2012; Take a peek at how New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg sees the world.
Suicide by landmark: Hoover Dam Bypass vs. Golden Gate Bridge: Wednesday, April 18, 2012; The nearby bypass experienced its first suicide this week.
Talking speed with car racing champ Enrico Bertaggia: Enrico Bertaggia shares the rush through Dream Racing; Wednesday, April 18, 2012; Once Enrico Bertaggia was a champion driver. Today, he helps others get a Ferrari-fueled rush.
Sedaris reads Sedaris at the Smith Center: Wednesday, April 18, 2012; The only thing better than reading David Sedaris is hearing David Sedaris read his own work.
So long, Santorum: Thursday, April 12, 2012; He's out. Finally.
Sweet news: Cherry nightclub to reopen at Red Rock Resort: Thursday, April 12, 2012; The locals hang will host indoor/outdoor parties starting May 25.
Workouts getting stale? Find your perfect gym: Wednesday, April 11, 2012; Rick Lax wants to help you find that gym with something extra
Strip performers take off their clothes for charity in Broadway Bares: Wednesday, April 11, 2012; Sexy people stripping down for a good cause: Hard to argue with that.
A night out with the performers: Tuesday, April 10, 2012; "It was one of those old-school Vegas nights."
Three questions for high-wire royalty Lijana Wallenda-Hernandez: Wednesday, April 4, 2012; The seventh-generation daredevil will perform in Absinthe through May 1.
Thinking about puppies, Sarah Palin's guest hosting on 'Today' and more: Wednesday, April 4, 2012; Also, the new Wynn website.
After 50 years, Dino's is still Las Vegas' neighborhood bar: Tuesday, April 3, 2012; The karaoke hot spot celebrated half a century Thursday night.
An all-tweet review of Steve Martin's new tweets collection: Wednesday, March 28, 2012; #WhyDidIBuyThis?
Why you shouldn't leave your kids at home when you vacay in Vegas: Wednesday, March 28, 2012; A Chicago couple is in legal trouble after doing just that.
Sake, celebrities and sober embarrassment at UNLVino: Wednesday, March 28, 2012; Observations from the annual UNLV hotel college fundraiser.
Certain candidates' nicknames don't fly on Nevada's ballots—and here's why: Wednesday, March 21, 2012; And it's bad news for Nancy "Occupy" Price ...
Jersey Boys are back in town, well Paris: Wednesday, March 21, 2012; The show recounts the formation, rise and fall of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Thinking about musical lawn fertilizers and more: Wednesday, March 21, 2012; Also, Tennessee's new proposed abortion law.
Comedy review: Daniel Tosh's live show isn't quite as daring as his TV series: Wednesday, March 14, 2012; Sill, what matters most are the jokes, and they were strong.
Book review: 'The Natural: How to Effortlessly Attract the Women You Want': Wednesday, March 14, 2012; It teaches you to pick up women by being yourself ... or does it?
If mothers want to surrender their babies, is that so bad?: Wednesday, March 14, 2012; Sometimes it's better to give your baby up than to keep it
Thinking about Encyclopedia Britannica, Louis C.K. and more: Wednesday, March 14, 2012; Also, Jack Kerouac's On the Road will finally hit the big screen soon.
Weekly Q&A: Penn & Teller pianist Mike 'Jonesy' Jones: Wednesday, March 7, 2012; What it's like warming up a magic-show crowd—and learning to play piano down a finger.
Worst prank ever? Woman's airline bomb threat aimed at boyfriend: Wednesday, March 7, 2012; An example of why you should never say "bomb" on (or off) a plane.
Thinking about Brian Head, Rush Limbaugh and more: Wednesday, March 7, 2012; Also, observations on the wind that swept through the valley.
Carlos'n Charlie's hiring 200 workers for Flamingo restaurant: Wednesday, March 7, 2012; The Mexican chain's Vegas outpost is looking for staffers.
No joke: ROK Vegas to close April 1: Friday, March 2, 2012; The space will reopen as a performance venue in early spring.
Thinking about Meryl Streep, Whole Foods and more: Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012; Also, Penn Jilette's recent Celebrity Apprentice win.
Sorry, bathers: Nevada bans narcotic bath salts: Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012; The newish synthetic drug has sent many users across the country to the emergency room.
Kosher meal vs. common fare in Nevada prisons: Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012; Nevada's new prison menu, which does not include separate kosher meals, will save the state some money.
24 hours at CityCenter: Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012; Is CityCenter living up to its long-ago ideals?
Putting three iPad apps to the test: Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012; Playing slots, shopping for videos and reimagining your body.
Caucusopalypse: What the Republican candidates might mean for Las Vegas: Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012; Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich, Rick Santorum, Ron Paul -- are any of them good for Nevada?
Bob Saget: a lot funnier than the Clippers used to be: Monday, Jan. 30, 2012; Plus, the best heckle he's ever heard.
Should the shooting of a teen be blamed on Facebook?: Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012; Police are now recommending that teens not use Facebook to invite their friends to parties.

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