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 [email protected], 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices