Down To Debate

By: No Single Individual
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  • Welcome to Down to Debate, the podcast where we dive into the topics that ignite our curiosity and fuel our discussions. Brought to you by No Single Individual, our podcast embraces the idea that while some issues should be universally agreed upon— human rights, for example—we should have an open mind about everything else. Like should a toilet paper roll be hung with the loose end over or under? Is it really “cats rule, dogs drool”? Are pennies worth keeping? Each week we’ll be joined by guests who are randomly assigned a “side” of a seemingly mundane issue and then have to defend their position in a lively debate. Why are we doing this? Because we believe that debate is a muscle everyone should exercise. Join us as we explore diverse perspectives, challenge conventional thinking, and engage in thought-provoking conversations about a wide range of topics, from the existential to the just-for-fun.
    2024-present
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Social Sciences
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Episodes
  • Musical Musings

    Musical Musings
    Nov 4 2024
    In this episode, hosts Christine and Abigail explore the power of music alongside guests Tonja, Ariel, Christine, and Rachel, they dive into two intriguing debates on the impact of song covers on original artists and the pros and cons of tech-free concerts. Does covering a song pay homage to the original or steal its thunder? And are device-free concerts enhancing our musical experience or taking away our freedom of expression? Whether you're a music lover or just curious, this episode invites you to explore how we engage with music in the digital age. – 00:00 - Introduction 01:30 - Guest Intros & Personal Beliefs on Music 08:15 - Debate 1: Do Song Covers Help or Hurt Original Artists? 08:45 - Tonja’s Argument: Covers Help Original Artists 15:50 - Ariel’s Argument: Covers Hurt Original Artists 22:30 - Discussion: The Nuances of Song Covers 26:20 - Debate 2: Are Device-Free Concerts a Positive Trend? 26:50 - Christine’s Argument: Tech-Free Concerts Enhance Experience 29:00 - Rachel’s Argument: Devices Enhance Concert Experiences 35:10 - Discussion: Balancing Presence and Connectivity 38:50 - Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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    44 mins
  • Etiquette Exceptions

    Etiquette Exceptions
    Oct 28 2024
    00:00 – Introduction to the Debate 01:09 – Exploring Social Etiquette 04:14 – Meet Abhishek and Elisabeth 09:43 – Debate 1: Is It Okay to Drop By Unannounced? 22:33 – Final Discussion on Debate #1 23:36 – Meet Steve and John 26:46 – Debate 2: Should You Bring a Gift When the Invite Says "No Gifts"? 41:02 – Final Discussion on Debate #2 and Closing Thoughts
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    45 mins
  • Romantic Rebuttals

    Romantic Rebuttals
    Oct 21 2024
    Christine and Abigail are joined by guests Rosie and James to delve into the quintessential romantic gesture: flowers on a first date. Is said gesture romantic or just plain creepy? With strong opinions on both sides, this spirited discussion explores the evolution of romance in today’s world, and how tradition might not always hold up in modern dating. Later, Anna and Charlie join the conversation to debate whether couples who live together should sleep in the same bedroom or embrace a solo sleeping arrangement trend. This episode serves up thoughtful arguments and a heaping dose of humor about the inevitable twists and turns of romance and relationships. 00:00 – Introduction and Episode Overview 01:12 – Christine and Abigail Reflect on Modern Romance 03:00 – Meet the Guests: Rosie and James 11:05 – Debate 1: Are Flowers on a First Date Romantic or Creepy? 18:50 – Debrief on Flowers Debate 20:48 – Meet the Second Guests: Anna and Charlie 30:50 – Debate 2: Should Couples Who Cohabit Sleep in the Same Bedroom? 43:53 – Debrief on Sleeping Arrangements Debate and Closing Thoughts
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    47 mins

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