Welcome back decision makers! In this episode, I inform you of a wonderful opportunity that you should apply for.

#be-inspired-be-informed

We're now live on Apple podcasts!

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Link to HSD: http://www.highschooldiplomats.com

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/industry-leaders

License code: LB9YJATR7JZS2EAB

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Pretty much a hype clip

More challenges coming?!?

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

https://uppbeat.io/t/qube/rebound

License code: 5WCJM0E9SBACECLV

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In this episode, Jude announces the re-focus of the podcast, talks about the new Stoa website and StoaHub, Speechranks, and early registration for the 2024-2025 Stoa season (which you won't want to miss!).

Link to RFD mainpage: https://linktr.ee/reasonfordecision?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Link to Nile Debate Group: https://niledebate.com

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In this episode, Jude interviews Joshua Ren, who is 1st in TP for WA state, and who won 3rd place at NITOC 2024.

Jude and Joshua discuss why Joshi plays Minecraft during parliamentary prep time, how to be an excellent debate speaker, and... Joshua gives a scathing review of NITOC 1ACs.

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Be back next week. :)

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In this episode, Jude interviews Mark Roose, who dominated TP his junior and senior year. He finished his senior year of debate as a NITOC Team Policy finalist with a pre-NITOC round win rate of 88% and more tournament wins than any other team. 

Jude and Mark discuss the process towards success, Mark's experience coaching, and the benefits of a certain river.

-> Check out high-quality Nile debate resources + specialized coaching here: https://www.niledebate.com

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In this episode, Jude interviews Vivien White, who is 1st in the nation in Stoa and the NITOC 2024 tournament champion.

Jude and Vivien discuss how speaking ability can overcome geography, what it takes to really master speech and debate, and what to avoid at tournaments. All this and more on the RFD podcast.

-> Vivien is now offering private coaching! Contact her here:

https://www.instagram.com/missvivienwhite?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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#thebestisjustbeginning

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In this episode, Jude shares a devotional to help competitors get in the right mindset for Nationals + gives a quick update on the future of the Reason For Decision podcast. Go homeschoolers.

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NITOC is a week away!

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Jude interviews Hailey Hammer, a proficient and on-target LD debater.

In this episode, Jude and Hailey discuss Stoa advertising, criterions, and Hailey tells everyone what Aff case she's running at NITOC. All this and more on the RFD podcast.

Bored? Give this playlist a listen: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5c3FrJYh4aBzI0L1UzEKi9?si=9d780b162fd24076

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NITOC is fast approaching!

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In this episode, Jude rates the NIHD NITOC bootcamp, checks his inventory of squirrel cases, and talks about what he's expecting from his first NITOC, . All this and more on the RFD podcast.

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