Mayoral Candidate Allan Domb, the Politics of Public Toilets, Billie Holiday in Philly

Billie Holiday's music comes to life in “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill.” Allan Domb on public safety and more. Plus, the long history and politics of public restrooms.

Air Date: April 25, 2023 12:00 pm

A Portland Loo shown on a Portland street in 2015. (Portland Loo/Facebook)

With just a few weeks to go until the democratic primary – Philadelphia mayoral candidate Allan Domb explains what he’ll do in his first 100 days – and beyond – if elected.

A plan to unroll state of the art public toilets in the city this year: we’re talking about the history and politics of public restrooms with journalist Jen Miller.

One of Billy Holiday’s final performances is revisited in the new show “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.” Acclaimed vocalist Laurin Talese joins us.

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