

Christina Chough
Spanish teacher and Chair of the Modern Languages Department at Dawson College.
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Aug 22, 2025 • 26min
An update on the SAQ’s proposed destruction of $300,000 worth of American alcohol Plus: Half of Canadians would be ‘ashamed’ to call Pierre Poilievre their PM
Christina Chough, a dedicated Spanish teacher and Chair of the Modern Languages Department at Dawson College, joins Dan Delmar, co-founder of TNKR Media. They dive into the SAQ's bizarre choice to destroy $300,000 worth of American alcohol, sparking debate on its potential to aid charities instead. They also touch on alarming poll results showing that many Canadians feel hesitant about Pierre Poilievre as PM. Alongside political insights, they discuss the urgency of addressing homelessness and the contentious shift in homework policies in schools.

Jul 23, 2025 • 25min
Immigrants say Canada is taking in too many immigrants. Plus: So long, Denis Coderre?
Join Paul Gott, the punk rock lead of Ripcordz and a Concordia journalism professor, along with Christina Chough, a passionate Spanish teacher from Dawson College. They delve into a recent poll revealing that many Canadians, including immigrants, feel overwhelmed by the current immigration influx. The conversation shifts to the alarming rise in opioid overdoses in Montreal, where paramedics face a crisis daily. They also reflect on former mayor Denis Coderre's departure from politics, sparking discussions on political legacies and societal challenges.

Jul 7, 2025 • 26min
Is it time to raise the GST? Plus: A Quebec judge throws the book at road rage.
Elias Makos chats with Christina Chough, Chair of the Modern Languages Department at Dawson College, and Paul Gott, lead singer of the punk band Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia. They discuss the potential GST hike to address Canada's deficit, debating its long-term effects on affordability. A recent Quebec road rage case sparks conversation about judicial fairness and the role of personal circumstances in legal decisions. The trio also touches on the need for secularism in education, advocating for diversity and open dialogue.

Apr 25, 2025 • 23min
Why did Mark Carney hide some Trump call details? Plus: Chanting “Go Habs Go” at the Bell Centre tonight.
Gabriel Retta, Chief of Staff to the Official Opposition in Montreal, and Christina Chough, Chair of the Modern Languages Department at Dawson College, dive into a fiery discussion about a controversial call between Mark Carney and Donald Trump regarding Canada’s statehood. They explore transparency issues in politics and analyze Quebec's costly infrastructure projects like the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine Tunnel. The chat also shifts to education, debating the implications of a court ruling on tuition hikes for out-of-province students, all while celebrating Montreal's passionate hockey culture.

Mar 31, 2025 • 23min
Liberal candidate encourages kidnapping of political opponents, is somehow still a candidate. Plus: Strife within the Poilievre campaign.
Christina Chough, Chair of the modern languages department at Dawson College, and Jimmy Zoubris, a special advisor to the Mayor of Montreal, dive into political tumult. They dissect a shocking incident where a liberal candidate suggested kidnapping rivals, raising serious ethical questions. The duo also talks about the internal strife within Pierre Poilievre's campaign, highlighting challenges in leadership and public communication. They stress the importance of community trust and the impact of Quebec's contentious Bill 96 on diverse language rights.