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Christine Sismondo, PhD

A historian, writer, and drinks expert who specializes in the cultural history of bars and spirits, with a knack for uncovering how politics and pubs mix. She’s the author of America Walks into a Bar, a deep dive into taverns as political spaces, and a regular contributor to Maclean’s, the Toronto Star, and other publications. When she’s not writing about drug policy, intersectional feminism, healthcare, or winning National Magazine Awards, Christine might be planning her next travel adventure.

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