The Debaters

Is quiet something to treasure? Yumi Nagashima believes in the sanctity of silence, but Charlie Demers is ready to make some noise against that notion. Then, we’re deciding if a smoothie is meal-worthy. Katie-Ellen Humphries is prepared to do some smooth-talking, but Gavin Clarkson refuses to blend.

Featuring: Yumi Nagashima, Charlie Demers, Katie-Ellen Humphries, and Gavin Clarkson.

This week, we’re in London, Ontario, aka “The Forest City” and we’re asking if trees are overrated. Dave Hemstad says yes, it’s time to fir-get our forest friends, but Jon Steinberg believes he’s barking up the wrong tree. Then, we talk about the pros and cons of praise. Kate Davis disapproves of excess approval but Faris Hytiaa is ready to rave about recognition.

Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Jon Steinberg, Kate Davis, and Faris Hytiaa.

Everyone likes a massage, right? Emily Woods argues that we all knead one, but Ivan Decker says, “Can’t touch this!” Then, trouble bubbles up when we debate the best way to wash your dishes. Ryan Williams is Team Dishwasher and Sean Devlin is Team Hand Wash - which side are you on?

Featuring: Emily Woods, Ivan Decker, Ryan Williams, and Sean Devlin.

Is wearing denim a dream? Stacey McGunnigle is jazzed about jeans, but Myles Anderson says these pants just make him blue. Then, is food delivery a breeze these days? Graham Clark and Lachlan Patterson deliver the goods on ordering eats.

Featuring: Stacey McGunnigle, Myles Anderson, Graham Clark and Lachlan Patterson.

Are social media influencers trustworthy authorities? Elvira Kurt argues yes, and she’s prepared to influence us but Andrew Johnston downvotes that idea. Next, we’re debating the switch to electric vehicles. Jacob Samuel’s on board but Julie Kim believes we Musk not do it!

Featuring: Elvira Kurt, Andrew Johnston, Jacob Samuel, and Julie Kim.