The Debaters

This week, we have a fasten-ating debate on Velcro vs. laces. Lisa Baker is ready to let ‘er rip when she argues for Velcro, but Sean Cullen is prepared to declare his love for laces. Then, are dress codes at work important? Chad Anderson says yes, and he’s all business but Brittany Lyseng defends dressing down for the job.

Featuring: Lisa Baker, Sean Cullen, Chad Anderson, and Brittany Lyseng.

This episode of The Debaters first aired on Sept. 25, 2025. We’ll be back with brand new episodes Sept. 10!

Right on cue, we’re pitting pool against darts. Kelly Taylor says pool is the preferable pub game, but Clare Belford hits the mark when she supports darts. Then, two Prince Edward Islanders go potatoe-to-toe on whether their home province is the best place to grow up. Meg MacKay is ready to go to Charlotte-town when she defends her PEI upbringing, but Patrick Ledwell believes there’s better places to make your start.

Featuring: Kelly Taylor, Clare Belford, Meg MacKay, and Patrick Ledwell.

This episode of The Debaters first aired on Nov. 20, 2025. We’ll be back with brand new episodes Sept. 10!

Does being a night owl beat being an early riser? Don Kelly supports the late night life, but Yumi Nagashima believes the early bird gets the worm. Then, we decide if dogsledding is paws-itively thrilling. Graham Clark is ready to gush about mushing, but Jenny Hamilton is dog-tired of this winter activity.

Featuring: Don Kelly, Yumi Nagashima, Graham Clark, and Jenny Hamilton.

This episode of The Debaters first aired on Nov. 27, 2025. We’ll be back with brand new episodes Sept. 10!

This week, we’re deciding if it makes sense to say “I do” all over again. Charlie Demers vows to support vow renewals but Erica Sigurdson says these ceremonies are superfluous. Then, is living up north worth it? Gavin Clarkson is all for living north of sixty, but Quincy Thomas is ready to give the North the cold shoulder.

Featuring: Charlie Demers, Erica Sigurdson, Gavin Clarkson, and Quincy Thomas.

This episode of The Debaters first aired on Sept. 11, 2025. We’ll be back with brand new episodes Sept. 10!

Is wireless technology superior to wired? Arthur Simeon says all signals point to yes, but Matt Falk believes Bluetooth just makes you blue. Next, does everyone need a driver’s license? Jackie Pirico has never been driven to get one, but Derek Edwards says it’s time to hit the road.

Featuring: Arthur Simeon, Matt Falk, Jackie Pirico, and Derek Edwards.

This episode of The Debaters first aired on Sept. 18, 2025. We’ll be back with brand new episodes Sept. 10!

This week, we’re deciding if it’s better to plan ahead or play it by ear. Graham Chittenden is all for flying by the seat of your pants, but Nour Hadidi says winging it never wins. Then, are small airports the best? Shawn Hogan says when it comes to airports, the smaller the better, but James Mullinger refuses to get on board.

Featuring: Nour Hadidi, Graham Chittenden, Shawn Hogan, and James Mullinger.

This episode of The Debaters first aired on Nov. 6, 2025. We’ll be back with brand new episodes Sept. 10!

For The Debaters’ season finale, we’re finding out if the grass is greener on the other side in “Backyard vs. Front Yard.” Matt Wright believes the backyard is best, but Patrick Dussault argues the front yard should be the front-runner. Next, is travelling with kids part of your summer plans? Julie Kim is pro-parenting on holiday, but Sammy Farid says you might need a vacation from your vacation.

Featuring: Matt Wright, Patrick Dussault, Julie Kim, and Sammy Farid.

Is “everything in moderation” good advice? Erica Sigurdson argues it’s best to live your life in moderation mode, but Derek Seguin is ready to say yes to excess. Then, when it comes to communication, does texting reign supreme? Chad Anderson gives texting two thumbs up, but Big Daddy Tazz is tired of the tyranny of typing.

Featuring: Erica Sigurdson, Derek Seguin, Chad Anderson, and Big Daddy Tazz.

Is copying the ultimate compliment? This Hour Has 22 Minutes’s Chris Wilson makes a good impression with his pro-plagiarism argument, but Sean Cullen says there’s nothing worse than a cheap imitation of the real thing. Next, we’re asking if everybody needs therapy. Nikki Payne claims we could all use some time on the counselling couch, but Ashwyn Singh refuses to talk it out.

Featuring: Chris Wilson, Sean Cullen, Nikki Payne, and Ashwyn Singh.

This week, we’ve got a saucy question: Is no meal complete without dipping sauce? Matt Falk’s pro-dip argument is a slam dunk, but Charles Haycock claims these sauces just don’t cut the mustard. Then, we’re taking on boycotts. Martha Chaves believes in the power of a boycott, but Abdul Aziz champions other ways to make change.

Featuring: Matt Falk, Charles Haycock, Martha Chaves, and Abdul Aziz.