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Jack Sheehan

Jack Sheehan

The people, places, and power that built modern Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

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Jack Sheehan is a journalist, author, and storyteller who has spent decades documenting the people and moments that shaped Las Vegas and American culture. Rather than focusing on headlines alone, Jack is known for uncovering the stories behind the city, the personalities, power dynamics, and turning points that helped define an iconic place.

Over his career, Jack has written more than 30 books, authored over 2,000 magazine articles, and contributed countless newspaper columns exploring culture, community development, entertainment, and notable crime stories across the country. His reporting has included interviews with serial killers, conversations with men on death row, and work that has helped bring attention to unresolved and emerging murder cases.

His work draws on extensive interviews with casino owners, performers, producers, law enforcement officials, and influential figures who helped shape Las Vegas and, at times, the darker chapters of American history from the inside.

Jack is a sought-after speaker for conferences and corporate events, known for blending firsthand insight with compelling, accessible storytelling. He is also currently developing a multi part presentation series with The Mob Museum, drawing from his long history of documenting the city’s evolution.

Area of Expertise

  • Arts
  • Business & Management
  • Media & Information
  • Region & Country
  • Travel & Tourism

Topics

  • The Rise of Las Vegas: People Power and Pivotal Moment
  • The Stories Behind the City
  • Behind the Scenes of the Entertainment Industry
  • The Mob the Myth and the Making of a City
  • Golf Power and Prestige: How the Game Shaped Business and Culture
  • The Rise of Las Vegas

Jack Sheehan

The people, places, and power that built modern Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

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