About this episode
Liv Osthus — aka Viva Las Vegas — is an iconic Portland stripper, an outspoken sex workers’ advocate, and a published author who has been a fixture in the local music and art scenes. She’s also a candidate for Portland mayor. Today we’re continuing our series of conversations with candidates: host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni have the latest on Osthus’s chances in the race; then we’ll revisit a conversation we had with her earlier this summer. Parts of this conversation first aired on June 18, 2024 Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: Run Laura Run BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST League of Women Voters