On this episode, host Carlaya takes listeners inside Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, the largest permanent collection of authentic Titanic artifacts on display anywhere in the world. Joined by artifact specialist Andrew McCarthy, the conversation explores how more than 350 real objects recovered from the ocean floor help preserve the true human story behind the legendary ship.

From personal belongings and recovered luggage to cutting-edge conservation science, this interview sheds light on how the exhibition honors the lives of Titanic passengers while educating visitors about early 20th-century life, maritime safety, engineering, and archaeology. Listeners will learn how artifacts are carefully preserved, why nothing recovered is ever sold, and how visitors can experience the Titanic through immersive room recreations and firsthand stories.

This episode goes beyond Hollywood myths to focus on historical truth, remembrance, and the importance of protecting cultural heritage — making it a must-listen for history lovers, educators, families, and Las Vegas visitors alike.

Host Carlaya sits down with Callie, a medical docent from Bodies: The Exhibition at the Luxor in Las Vegas, for an eye-opening conversation about human anatomy, health, and wellness. The interview explores how real human cadavers and preserved organs are used to educate the public through a system-by-system approach, featuring skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, reproductive, and fetal development displays.

Callie explains the groundbreaking preservation process behind the exhibit, the educational mission to make anatomy accessible beyond medical schools, and how powerful visual comparisons—such as healthy lungs versus smoking-damaged lungs—encourage visitors to reflect on lifestyle choices and long-term health. The discussion also touches on mental health awareness, cultural sensitivity, and why the Bodies exhibit resonates with visitors of all ages.

This conversation offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of Las Vegas’s most talked-about educational exhibits and why understanding the human body can inspire healthier living.

Smooth jazz saxophonist Dee Lucas joins Carlaya’s Café to discuss his role as host of the Serente Jazz & Wine Escapes Smooth Jazz Series at Bootlegger Bistro.

In this interview, Dee Lucas previews the kickoff night of the new Thursday concert series, featuring a CD release performance by saxophonist Jakeim Joyner, curated wine selections, and a live band made up of some of Las Vegas’ most respected musicians. He shares what makes Serente Jazz & Wine Escapes unique, how wine and smooth jazz pair together, and why supporting live jazz experiences is so important to the local music community.

The Serente Jazz & Wine Escapes series takes place on select Thursdays inside the Copa Room at Bootlegger Bistro, blending smooth jazz performances with an intimate wine-tasting experience. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with showtime at 7:00 p.m.

This interview originally aired on 91.5 KUNV Jazz & More and highlights Las Vegas’ growing smooth jazz scene and commitment to live music.