Call her Madam: The notorious Polly Adler

During the Roaring 20s, Polly Adler joined the sex trade just as Prohibition was getting started. In her new book, Madam, Pulitzer Prizewinning author Debby Applegate traces Adler s rise from immigrant sweatshop employee to owner of one of New York City s most popular bordellos, catering to politicians, celebrities, and the mob. She talks with CBS News John Dickerson about Adler s hip, young take on the oldest profession. CBS Sunday Morning features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science and Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. Check local listings for CBS Sunday Morning broadcast times. Subscribe to the CBS Sunday Morning YouTube channel: Get more of CBS Sunday Morning : Follow CBS Sunday Morning on Instagram: Like CBS Sunday Morning on Facebook: Follow CBS Sunday Morning on Twitter: Subscribe to our newsletter: Download the CBS News app: Try Paramount+ free: For video licensing inquiries, contact: