Briana Whatley, a south Florida high school student and national debate champion, discusses her experiences in the debate space since she started in the fourth grade, shedding light on the challenges she faced for expressing certain viewpoints. Briana shares instances where she faced censorship in debates, especially when addressing topics related to former President Donald Trump and challenging prevailing narratives. Briana reveals her thoughts on censorship, the biases within the debate space, and the complexities she faced for expressing more conservative views in educational settings. The conversation unfolds to cover topics such as affirmative action, cancel culture, and the evolving landscape of debates in the modern era. The episode also touches on Briana's involvement with Incubate Debate, an organization that fosters a more open and respectful debate environment.

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