The Debaters

CBC 444 - Are backyards better than front yards? Is travelling with kids worth it?

The Debaters is the hit show where comedians go toe-to-toe in a battle of laughs and logic. Hosted by award-winning funnyman Steve Patterson, the program is a combustible combination of sharply crafted comedic rants and hilarious ad libs. The engaging format is part stand-up, part quiz show and part comedy competition, with the live audience picking the winners.

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In this episode of The Debaters, comedians Kelly Taylor and Claire Belford debate whether pool or darts is the superior sport. After presenting their arguments and participating in a rapid-fire 'firing line' round, Claire Belford is declared the winner by the audience. Comedians Meg McKay and Patrick Ledwell then compete in a debate regarding whether Prince Edward Island is a great place to grow up. Meg argues for the charm and community of the island, while Patrick uses humorous anecdotes about isolation and lack of awareness to argue against it. The segment concludes with an audience vote declaring Patrick Ledwell the winner.

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The Debaters

Episodes

Are backyards better than front yards? Is travelling with kids worth it?

Should everything be enjoyed in moderation? Is texting the best way to talk?

Is imitation the sincerest form of flattery? Should everyone go to therapy?

Does dipping sauce complete a meal? Do boycotts work?

Is London, Ontario superior to London, England? Does Facebook Marketplace rule?

Weekend laughs from The Big Five

Does table service beat a buffet? Is Toronto a great place to live?

Do millennials make the best parents? Is rain superior to shine?

Is carpet superior to hardwood? Does nothing beat living in a university town?

Are scammers getting smarter? Should everyone join a book club?

Are trees overrated? Do you learn nothing from praise?

Are massages the best? Does a dishwasher beat hand washing?

Should we trust influencers? Are electric vehicles the way to go?

Does CBC have the best fans? Are coffee dates great?

Weekend laughs from Because News

Are tourists the worst? Should people stop comparing themselves to others?

Should everyone love raisins? And are romantic comedies lovely?

Is Ottawa more exciting than Montreal? Are sports the best way to meet people?

Do museums make you smarter? Are rules meant to be broken?

Is shawarma the best late-night food? Are parent-teacher conferences important?

Is a mullet better than a perm? Should we all be prepping for doomsday?

Do candles deserve more appreciation? And is Tom Cruise the greatest movie star?

Does every home need a landline? Is Saint John superior to St. John’s?

Should snowball fights be banned? And is 60 the new 40?

Are night owls superior to early birds? Does dogsledding bring the excitement?

Is pool superior to darts? Does nothing beat growing up on PEI?

Is having a plan superior to winging it? Are small airports a delight?

Are high school friends the best friends you'll ever have? And are nosy neighbours better than noisy neighbours?

Are podcasts superior to music? Are date nights the key to a good relationship?

Should curling be Canada’s national sport? Is Canada's Thanksgiving better than America's?

Is meeting the parents important? And is Victoria, BC cool?

Does Velcro beat laces? Do dress codes at work matter?

Is wireless better than wired? And do you actually need a driver’s license?

Should married couples renew their vows? And is living up North worth it?

Is 20 Years a long time? And do names need to have meaning?

20 Years of Debates: An Anniversary Special!