Meet my mentor Paul Carroll, who shares his transformative journey into the world of debating. Discover how debating can enhance critical thinking, improve public speaking skills, and help you present your viewpoints more persuasively. Gain invaluable tips on navigating disagreements, practicing empathy, and finding common ground in a world filled with contrasting perspectives and overwhelming information from social media and AI.Show Notes 

• 00:00:00
  - Kirti introduces her experience with expressing opinions and finding confidence through debating.
• 00:01:49
  - Paul Carroll shares his first debate experience during high school and the impact it had on his interest in public speaking.
• 00:03:32
  - Paul discusses the importance of understanding multiple viewpoints and the benefits this brings to different aspects of life.
• 00:06:37
  - How debating helps individuals navigate cross-cultural and complex situations.
• 00:13:14
  - Paul reflects on the art of representing sides and maintaining ethical integrity in debates and legal advocacy.
• 00:23:16
  - The challenges social media and AI bring to forming genuine opinions and how debating can be a tool to combat misinformation.
• 00:32:06
  - Tips on fact-checking in a fast-paced digital world and navigating the landscape of conflicting news sources.
• 00:44:23
  - Paul shares practical advice on convincing others, focusing on empathy, and effective communication strategies in debates.
• 00:53:30
  - Final tips on managing nerves, leveraging the power of controlled breath, and encouraging others to express their uncertainties.

Tune in to discover how mastering debating can empower you to voice your opinions thoughtfully and effectively in today's complex world.