Nathalie Normandeau said she she won't shy away from talking about politics when her new Quebec City radio show starts next month.
Normandeau hasn't spoken to the media since she was arrested in March on corruption and fraud charges, but sat down behind a microphone Monday to talk about her new gig at BLVD 102.1 FM
Appearing relaxed, Normandeau gave out her email address seeking suggestions for her show, called 100% Normandeau.
The former liberal cabinet minister and deputy premier was dropped by radio station FM93 after she was arrested by UPAC.
She's now suing her former employer for more than $700,000 for wrongful dismissal.
It wasn't long before a rival radio station offered her a job.
“She has the right to have a job and to work, and we're very happy with the show she's preparing,” said BLVD 102.1 programming director Dan Caron.
Normandeau says discussing politics will be a part of her show.
Her former liberal colleagues -- under orders from the premier -- are boycotting her show, however, by refusing to do any interviews.
Opposition MNAs say they won't talk to her either.
Normandeau believes it undermines a fundamental legal priniciple: innocent until proven guilty.
“It's very disappointing, and totally irresponsible,” she said, adding that she won't touch any topics related to UPAC.
Monday’spress conference comes exactly one week before Normandeau is due back in court.
Her radio starts one week after that, on Sept. 6.
As for what the station will do if she's eventually found guilty, Caron said they'll cross that bridge when they get to it.
