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The Debaters

The Debaters

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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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Episodes
  • Shh! Is silence golden? Does a smoothie make a meal?

    Shh! Is silence golden? Does a smoothie make a meal?
    Apr 2 2026

    Is quiet something to treasure? Yumi Nagashima believes in the sanctity of silence, but Charlie Demers is ready to make some noise against that notion. Then, we’re deciding if a smoothie is meal-worthy. Katie-Ellen Humphries is prepared to do some smooth-talking, but Gavin Clarkson refuses to blend.


    Featuring: Yumi Nagashima, Charlie Demers, Katie-Ellen Humphries, and Gavin Clarkson.
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    37 mins
  • Are trees overrated? Do you learn nothing from praise?

    Are trees overrated? Do you learn nothing from praise?
    Mar 26 2026

    This week, we’re in London, Ontario, aka “The Forest City” and we’re asking if trees are overrated. Dave Hemstad says yes, it’s time to fir-get our forest friends, but Jon Steinberg believes he’s barking up the wrong tree. Then, we talk about the pros and cons of praise. Kate Davis disapproves of excess approval but Faris Hytiaa is ready to rave about recognition.


    Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Jon Steinberg, Kate Davis, and Faris Hytiaa.
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    36 mins
  • Are massages the best? Does a dishwasher beat hand washing?

    Are massages the best? Does a dishwasher beat hand washing?
    Mar 19 2026

    Everyone likes a massage, right? Emily Woods argues that we all knead one, but Ivan Decker says, “Can’t touch this!” Then, trouble bubbles up when we debate the best way to wash your dishes. Ryan Williams is Team Dishwasher and Sean Devlin is Team Hand Wash - which side are you on?


    Featuring: Emily Woods, Ivan Decker, Ryan Williams, and Sean Devlin.
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    40 mins
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