The Debaters

This week, we’ve got a debate that might get as rocky as the Rocky Mountains: Do Albertans have the most common sense? Alberta-born Henry Sir claims his people are the most sensible, but Edmonton’s Lisa Baker is ready to Stampede over his argument. Then, we’re pitting moustaches against beards! Jan Caruana keeps a stiff upper lip when she defends moustaches, but Ola Dada is prepared to battle it out for beards.Featuring: Henry Sir, Lisa Baker, Jan Caruana, Ola Dada.

Is the Legion hall the best place for a night on the town? Brittany Lyseng serves up the funny with her pro-Legion plea, but Ryan Williams believes there’s better places to party. Then, it’s Thanksgiving weekend and we’re asking: Should family obligations be optional? Emily Woods argues for freedom when it comes to family affairs, but Patrick Ledwell says these occasions are too special to miss.Featuring: Brittany Lyseng, Ryan Williams, Emily Woods, and Patrick Ledwell.The Debaters has been nominated for a Signal Award! You can vote for us here.

Does the rising cost of living mean adult children should move back in with their parents? James Mullinger says there’s no better time to move back with mom and dad, but Hisham Kelati believes it’s better to leave the nest for good. Then, is there nothing better than a coupon? Lara Rae is prepared to vouch for vouchers, but Bruce Clark claims these discounts are no big deal.Featuring: James Mullinger, Hisham Kelati, Lara Rae, and Bruce Clark.The Debaters has been nominated for a Signal Award! You can vote for us here.

When it comes to gifts, is it the thought that counts? Charlie Demers brings a thoughtful argument in support of thoughtful gifts, but Deborah Kimmett refuses to wrap her head around it. Then, does wealth beat fame? Chad Anderson would bet money that it’s superior to be rich, but Sean Lecomber says it’s better to be a VIP.Featuring: Charlie Demers, Deborah Kimmett, Chad Anderson, and Sean Lecomber.

This week, we’re putting everything on the line when we pit clotheslines against dryers. Katie-Ellen Humphries is pro-clothesline and she’s prepared to hang her opponent out to dry, but Myles Morrison is ready to get into a tumble when he defends dryers. Then, should Saskatoon be Saskatchewan’s capital city? Peter Brown claims this cultural hub is ready for a new title, but Cory Mack believes Toontown just isn’t capital material.Featuring: Katie-Ellen Humphries, Myles Morrison, Peter Brown, and Cory Mack.