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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.
We’ve got a stone cold debate on whether curling should be Canada’s national sport. Then, who dishes out a better Thanksgiving, Canadians or Americans?
Featuring: John Cullen, Elvira Kurt, Clifton Cremo, and Nathan Macintosh.
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We’re deciding if meeting the parents is a major milestone, and whether Victoria, BC has the cool factor.
Featuring: Syd Bosel, Abdul Aziz, Ivan Decker, and Katie-Ellen Humphries.
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We have a fasten-ating debate on Velcro vs. laces, then, we get down to business when we discuss dress codes at work.
Featuring: Lisa Baker, Sean Cullen, Chad Anderson, and Brittany Lyseng.
We’re deciding if Bluetooth just makes you blue, and if everyone should be driven to get a driver’s license.
Featuring: Arthur Simeon, Matt Falk, Jackie Pirico, and Derek Edwards.
We’re deciding if it makes sense to say “I do” all over again, and whether we should give living in the North the cold shoulder.
Featuring: Charlie Demers, Erica Sigurdson, Gavin Clarkson, and Quincy Thomas.
It’s the premiere of our 20th season! So we’re asking: Is 20 years a long time? Then, what’s in a name? We’re deciding if these signifiers need significance.
Featuring: Derek Seguin, Lara Rae, Ola Dada, and Wes Borg.
For the start of our 20th season, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes interview with our host Steve Patterson and Richard Side, creator of The Debaters! We'll be bringing you some of our most unforgettable debates, hearing from your favourite comedians, and getting the facts behind the funny!
Should you never hold a grudge? Get ready for the ultimate grudge match! Then, a pair of East Coast comedians refuse to play second fiddle when they decide if kitchen parties are superior to shed parties.
Featuring: Elvira Kurt, Arthur Simeon, Ryan Dillon, and Nikki Payne.
Two comedians churn out jokes in a battle for the superior spread. Then, get ready for a timely debate on Newfoundland’s unique time zone.
Featuring: Derek Seguin, Matt Wright, Nour Hadidi, and Hisham Kelati.
We’re bringing you a moving debate on whether it’s always great to move for love, and hammering it home when a jack of all trades takes on a master of one.
Featuring: Isabel Zaw-Tun, Paul Myrehaug, Chad Anderson, and Graham Chittenden.
It’s all about true patriot love when we ask if Canada’s national anthem is at the top, and a fateful debate questions whether everything happens for a reason.
Featuring: Jon Steinberg, Ali Hassan, Courtney Gilmour and Nour Hadidi.
Our season finale episode is a grocery grudge match and a real re-treat!
Featuring: Matt Wright, Jan Caruana, Laurie Elliott, and Tamara Shevon.
We’re pitting parental holidays against each other, and deciding if coaches are a make or break mentor.
Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Elvira Kurt, Emmanuel Lomuro, and Patrick Dussault.
We decide if wearing denim is a dream and whether ordering delivery is a breeze.
Featuring: Stacey McGunnigle, Myles Anderson, Graham Clark and Lachlan Patterson.
We decide if plastic beats paper and whether being hated has its benefits.
Featuring: Ivan Decker, Martha Chaves, Nikki Payne, and Bruce Clark.
When it comes to raising kids, does Winnipeg win? And is compromise a happy ending?
Featuring: Chad Anderson, Lara Rae, Courtney Gilmour, and Jon Dore.
It’s a homerun when we talk about a day at the baseball stadium, and whether commuting in Toronto is enough to drive you up the wall.
Featuring: Patrick Dussault, Simon Rakoff, Isabel Zaw-Tun, and Don Kelly.
Which Canadian confection are you sweet on: Butter tarts or Nanaimo bars? And do quitters never win?
Featuring: Deborah Kimmett, Jon Steinberg, Graham Chittenden, and Leonard Chan.
We decide if quiet is something to treasure, and whether a smoothie is meal-worthy.
Featuring: Yumi Nagashima, Charlie Demers, Katie-Ellen Humphries, and Gavin Clarkson.
Which wealth bracket has it worse: Billionaires or millionaires? And we decide if Barrie, Ontario is the place to be!
Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Don Kelly, Chris Quigley, Courtney Gilmour.
In a debate that needed its own full episode, the elbows go up and the gloves come off when two of our favourite debaters take on Canada becoming the 51st state.
Which jewels rule: rings or bracelets? And being a trailblazer is great…right?
Featuring: Graham Clark, Heidi Brander, Faris Hytiaa, and Lara Rae.
We debate if Americans should relocate to Canada’s East Coast, and whether a trip to the dentist is anything to smile about.
Featuring: Jay Malone, Nikki Payne, Mayce Galoni, and Matt Wright.
(Originally recorded in September 2017)
It’s a throwdown when we decide if everyone should take up pottery. Then, should we all love lining up? We get down to the pros and cons of this social practice.
Featuring: Jacob Samuel, Brittany Lyseng, Abdul Aziz, and Ryan Williams.
We decide whether meeting on Zoom beats brainstorming in the boardroom, plus we debate the virtues of volunteering. Volunteering — should everyone do it?
Featuring: Peter Brown, Julie Kim, Maddy Kelly, and Charlie Demers.
Are children smarter than their parents? Ivan Decker and Syd Bosel decide who wears the smarty-pants in their households. Then, does nothing beat a talent show? Sean Lecomber and Canada’s Got Talent finalist Sterling Scott bring more than the same old song and dance when they go toe-to-toe on this topic.
Do breakup songs rule? This Valentine’s weekend, Anesti Danelis and Jan Caruana hit all the right notes when it comes to these tragic tunes. Then, are Hard Rock establishments worth a visit? Elvira Kurt and Kyle Brownrigg make memora-believers of their Ottawa audience when they discuss this famed franchise.
Are Ontario’s own Hawkins Cheezies king of the chip aisle? It’s crunch time when Deborah Kimmett and Sean Cullen debate this delight. Then, should conspiracy theories be indulged? Don’t miss Nathan Macintosh and Chris Locke’s illuminati-ing takes on this topic.
In this meaty episode from Season 14, Rob Bebenek and Dave Hemstad air their beefs on plant-based meats. Then, Elvira Kurt and Hunter Collins take the plunge when they discuss scuba diving.
(Originally recorded in October 2019)
Erica Sigurdson and Dakota Ray Hebert rattle each other’s nerves when they decide if baby showers are great. Then, does nothing beat winter in Alberta? Brittany Lyseng and Ola Dada break the ice on this seasonal subject.
Is left superior to right? David Pryde and Derek Seguin do right by their Ottawa audience during this divergent debate. Then, Kate Davis and Ron Sparks turn the yule-tide when they discuss if Christmas markets are a holiday must.
Is the pickup truck the best type of vehicle? Katie Ellen-Humphries and Dan Taylor refuse to Dodge the question when they hit the road with this topic. Then, laughs are in store when Yumi Nagashima and Faris Hytiaa decide if the customer is always right.
To honour the passing of Edmonton's wonderful and hilarious Kathleen McGee, The Debaters is re-airing one of her memorable debates from 2021. Featuring Kathleen McGee, Erica Sigurdson, Peter Brown and Ryan Williams in East Vancouver.
Charlie Demers and Lisa Baker are anything but fake when they discuss if it's okay to ignore the news. Then, are windows superior to doors? Graham Clark and Charles Haycock tear a weather-strip off each other in this architectural argument.
Myles Anderson and Sean Lecomber troll with the punches when they discuss whether kids should use social media. Then, are stripes superior to polka dots? Rob Pue and Kathleen McGee refuse to be clothed-minded with their patter on these patterns.
Patrick Ledwell and John Sheehan bring it home when they discuss if a staycation is the best type of vacation. Then, This Hour Has 22 Minutes’s comedy couple Chris Wilson and Stacey McGunnigle are in good company when they go head-to-head on whether it’s okay for one partner to have more success than the other.
Matt Falk and Lara Rae are not on the same page when they discuss if audiobooks are superior to books. Then, DeAnne Smith and Courtney Gilmour are on pointe when they go toe-to-toe on whether nothing beats a night at the ballet.
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Matt Wright and Charlie Demers make waves in St. John’s, Newfoundland when they discuss if the Atlantic Ocean is superior to the Pacific Ocean. Then, Bree Parsons and Nikki Payne bring a wealth of wit when they decide if growing up poor makes you a stronger person.
It’s the premiere of The Debaters' 19th season and this is one for the bever-ages! Dave Hemstad and Lisa Baker are in Newfoundland trying to burst each other’s bubble when they decide if Coke is superior to Pepsi. Then, are family doctors overrated? Clifton Cremo and Martha Chaves checkup on these medical professionals.
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The Debaters’ season finale episode is creating a buzz! Charlie Demers and Derek Seguin sweet talk the audience when they debate if maple syrup is superior to honey. Then, Henry Sir and Erica Sigurdson are ready for a pillow fight when they discuss if nothing’s more fun than a sleepover.
Deborah Kimmett and Myles Anderson make waves when they discuss if there’s no better day than a day at the beach. Then, are mosquitoes the most annoying insect? Pete Zedlacher and Rob Bebenek get under each other’s skin when they take on these bothersome bugs.
Bruce Clark and Clare Belford go their separate ways on whether it’s never too late to get divorced. Then, Graham Clark and Julie Kim avoid knee-jerky reactions when they decide if nothing beats a convenience store.
Derek Seguin and Chad Anderson grow the generation gap when they discuss if Gen Xers are the best age group. Then, Hisham Kelati and Kathleen McGee have a spirited debate on whether angels are superior to ghosts.
Elvira Kurt and Graham Chittenden have no time to waist when they discuss if belts are superior to suspenders. Then, should everyone move to Hamilton? Gavin Stephens and Ron Sparks bring the Hammer down on each other in their debate for this Ontario city.
Joe Pillitteri and Courtney Gilmour’s arguments are anything but uniform when they decide if every kid should have an after-school job. Then, can you have too many cousins? Arthur Simeon and Jackie Pirico decide if it's all relative.
Is Law & Order the greatest TV show of all time? With the recent release of Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, Kate Davis and Sean Cullen are taking this series to court. Then, Hunter Collins and Marito Lopez are sharp-tongued when they debate the current ease of learning a new language.
Is spending superior to saving? Dave Hemstad and Jon Steinberg account for themselves in this budgetary battle. Then, Nour Hadidi and Don Kelly fan the flames when they decide if Taylor Swift has the world’s greatest fans.
Greg Morton and Kyle Brownrigg get reel when they discuss if long movies are a shortcoming. Then, Deborah Kimmett and Ali Hassan follow through on their arguments when they debate if pickleball is the sport of the future.
In this priceless episode from Season 14, Nikki Payne and Patrick Ledwell push each other's buttons when they compare cashiers to self-checkout machines. Then, Sean Cullen and Graham Chittenden deliver waves of laughs in their debate on owning a boat.
Myles Anderson and Jacob Samuel have an instrumental discussion on whether the piano is superior to the guitar. Then, Sean Lecomber and Robby Hoffman show each other who’s Hugo Boss when they decide if brand names matter.
Graham Clark and Katie-Ellen Humphries have a Van-do attitude when they decide if Vancouver is a no fun city. Then, should you always be yourself? Mikey Dubs and Simon King outdo themselves with this personal patter.
Jon Dore and Charlie Demers step up to the plate when they decide if step-parents are the unsung heroes of parenting. Then, is it okay to talk to strangers? Ivan Decker and Julie Kim have the gift of gab when they talk us into this topic.
Lisa Baker and Lara Rae start breaking dread when they discuss if it’s better to be feared or loved. Then, Kathleen McGee and Sean Devlin refuse to sweater the small stuff when they debate dressing up pets.
Gavin Clarkson and Abdul Aziz peak the audience’s interest when they discuss if hiking is superior to riding a gondola. Then, is it okay to break up with a friend? Maddy Kelly and Yumi Nagashima go their separate ways on this topic.
Is nothing more important than a good night’s sleep? Ivan Decker and Jon Steinberg toss and turn this topic on its head. Then, Jan Caruana and Graham Chittenden grill each other when they discuss if sandwiches are superior to wraps.
Courtney Gilmour and Hunter Collins chat a-bot the pros and cons of artificial intelligence. Then, you'll want to check-in for Laurie Elliott and Kristeen von Hagen's debate on themed accommodation.
This episode from Season 14 goes to infinitives and beyond! First, Erica Sigurdson and Sterling Scott make their punctuation mark when they discuss correcting others on their spelling and grammar. Then, Tim Nutt and Ryan Williams are a black diamond in the rough in their debate on skiing and snowboarding.
DeAnne Smith and David Pryde’s jokes are in mint condition when they go head-to-head on coins versus bills. Then, Tracy Hamilton and Kyle Brownrigg get on each other’s nerves when they discuss if anxiety is your friend.
Ron Sparks and Leonard Chan have a fast-paced discussion on whether Canada needs a high-speed rail. Then, Hoodo Hersi and Deborah Kimmett use their most loved jokes when they discuss if it’s okay to have a favourite child.
Jen Grant and Hisham Kelati have a humorous exchange when they discuss if Secret Santa is the best way to give presents. Then, Arthur Simeon and Don Kelly bring The House down when they decide if every Canadian should visit Parliament Hill.
Lisa Baker and Malik Elassal have a juicy discussion on whether pork is superior to chicken. Then, John Cullen and Sunee Dhaliwal are good sports when they decide if nothing beats being the home team.
Katie-Ellen Humphries and Aaron Read deliver biting jokes on the subject of rats. Then, Dakota Ray Hebert and Peter Brown cow-poke fun at each other when they discuss if the cowboy hat is the best type of hat.
In this unforgettable episode from Season 13, Corner Gas's Eric Peterson and Because News's Gavin Crawford go wild over nature programs. Then, Debra DiGiovanni and Arthur Simeon get from point A to point B in their debate on public transit.
Charlie Demers and Charles Haycock break the mould when they decide if expiry dates should be followed. Then, Kathleen McGee and Gavin Clarkson have a mammoth of a debate on whether fossils should be left in the ground.
Lara Rae and Patrick Ledwell have a clan-do attitude with their Halifax audience when they discuss if the kilt is the perfect fashion statement. Then, Arthur Simeon and Peter White launch into the unknown when they decide if the deep sea is more important to explore than outer space.
Brittany Lyseng and Kelly Taylor have a refreshing debate on the strengths and weaknesses of non-alcoholic beverages. Then, it’s a Halloween treat when Graham Clark and Amy Edgar juggle fact and funny on whether everyone should fear clowns.
Nikki Payne and Peter Anthony have a picture pear-fect argument on whether fruit-picking is fun for everyone. Then, Shane Ogden and Chad Anderson tap into some great ideas when they discuss if electricians are superior to plumbers.
This Thanksgiving weekend, Erica Sigurdson and Sean Lecomber take sides when they discuss if nothing beats hosting a holiday meal. Then, Simon King and Shirley Gnome draw a line-dance in the sand when they decide if country music is best when it’s sad.
It’s a debate for the ages when Myles Anderson and Clifton Cremo discuss the pros and cons of living with your grandparents. Then, Simon Rakoff and Deborah Kimmett draw their own conclusions when they take on whether graphic novels should be considered literature.
It’s a perfect storm of fact and funny when fan favourite debaters Sean Cullen and Jon Steinberg decide if being a lighthouse keeper is a dream job. Then, James Mullinger and Heidi Brander deliver the genuine article when they discuss if every city or town needs a local newspaper.
Mayce Galoni and Erica Sigurdson share McNuggets of wisdom when they discuss if McDonald’s is the best restaurant in the world. Then, Rob Pue and Ryan Williams move the goalposts refuse to fumble when they debate if football needs to change.
The Debaters are back for their 18th season and we're ready to get this (wedding) party started! First, Patrick Ledwell and Nour Hadidi refuse each other's proposals when they compare big weddings and small weddings. Then, Derek Seguin and Nikki Payne make the grade in their debate on back-to-school season.
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For The Debaters’ season finale, Corner Gas co-stars Eric Peterson and Lorne Cardinal get salty when they determine if pretzels beat peanuts. Then, are fake plants superior to real plants? Courtney Gilmour and Kate Davis refuse to beat around the bush.
Yumi Nagashima and Lara Rae bicker over blonde icon Barbie’s revival. Then, Jacob Samuel and Martha Chaves have a taxing talk when they decide if it’s time to break the taboo and have conversations about money.
Big Daddy Tazz and Maddy Kelly decide if dad jokes should be praised or pun-ished. Then, Graham Clark and Don Kelly have a big boxing match when they discuss if shopping malls should live on forever.
Arthur Simeon and Derek Seguin get into a sticky situation when they spar over whether glue is a better adhesive than tape. Then, are standardized exams totally unnecessary? Ashwyn Singh and Lisa Baker put each other to the test.
Pete Zedlacher and Matt Falk bring homegrown humour when they decide if hometown heroes warrant celebration. Then, Jenn Labelle and Myles Anderson go head-to-head on whether we should all be more competitive.
Rebecca Northan and Arthur Simeon access their hire power when they decide if it’s time to end the practice of nepotism. Then, Chris Locke and Juliana Rodrigues spar over whether the spa is the most relaxing retreat.
James Mullinger and Don Kelly decide if coronation ceremonies are a royal pain. Then, does everyone have lucky and unlucky numbers? Leonard Chan and Zabrina Douglas give this topic some four-thought.
Nathan Macintosh and Laurie Elliott get the lion’s share of the laughs when they discuss owning exotic pets. Then, should we stop building new highways? Elvira Kurt and Jon Steinberg are slow to merge on this topic.
Lisa Baker and Yumi Nagashima generate collective laughter when they debate if everyone is unique. Then, is the tree planter a more fitting symbol for B.C. than the lumberjack? Katie-Ellen Humphries and Kevin Banner have an axe to grind.
Are samosas superior to spring rolls? Host of CBC Radio’s Laugh Out Loud Ali Hassan and Run the Burbs creator and star Andrew Phung go potato-to-toe in this appetizing argument. Then, Allyson Smith and Ron Sparks give us more than we collectively bargained for when they take on teachers’ strikes.
Ryan Williams and Brittany Lyseng are in the zone when they go steel toe-to-toe on complaining about construction. Then, are roller coasters the best part of an amusement park? Marito Lopez and Myles Anderson turn this debate upside down.
Dean Jenkinson and musical comedy duo David Milchard and Ken Lawson amp-up the crowd when they decide if all music should be experienced live. Then, is fine dining one of the finer things in life? Julie Kim and Wes Borg dish up a deluxe discourse.
In this blockbuster episode from Season 13, Howie Miller and Simon King are anything but pop-corny when they discuss movie trailers. Then, Kyle Bottom and Yumi Nagashima chop-stick it to one another over Japan's advanced society.
Ivan Decker and Don Kelly dough-nut miss a beat when they decide if doughnuts are superior to muffins. Then, John Wing and Deborah Kimmett have a pension for laughter on the subject of seniors discounts.
Maddy Kelly and Graham Clark decide if umbrellas or rain jackets rain supreme. Then, Lori Gibbs and Charlie Demers decide if flattery gets you anywhere when they discuss if it’s better to give than receive compliments.
Sean Cullen and DeAnne Smith ta-basco in the spotlight when they decide if The Caesar is Canada’s best culinary feat. Then, Abdul Butt and Vishal Ramesh bring down the house as they go head-to-head on affordable housing.
Patrick Ledwell and Rebecca Reeds put the audience in stitches when they discuss if there’s nothing worse than hand-me-down clothing. Then, Derek Seguin and Kyle Brownrigg have a daring debate on the highs and lows of adventure travel.
In this favourite episode from Season 13, big laughs are on the menu when Laurie Elliott and Graham Chittenden argue for their superior seating option: booth or table. Then, inquiring minds Chris Locke and Courtney Gilmour discuss if there's such a thing as a stupid question.
Well-seasoned Debaters Dave Hemstad and Nikki Payne discuss if insects are the future of food. Then, Kate Davis and Abbas Wahab work wonders on the subject of quitting your day job.
Are theatre actors the world’s finest actors? Sean Cullen and Bruce McCulloch upstage each other in this show business showdown. Then, it’s all hands on deck when Elvira Kurt and Kaitlin Shuvera debate if left-handedness is a blessing or a curse.
Can you ever have too many holiday decorations? Elvira Kurt tin-sels us on seasonal adornments but David Pryde believes less is more. Then, Hisham Kelati and Courtney Gilmour get down to the facts and funny when they discuss whether it pays to be a trivia buff.
Has Justin Bieber had a bigger impact on the world than William Shakespeare? Courtney Gilmour and Rebecca Northan pit pop stars against playwrights in this week’s episode. Then: Are we too dependent on the internet? Abdul Butt and Derek Seguin are plugged into this query!
Should Canada’s next prime minister be from Newfoundland? Lisa Baker and Hisham Kelati take a Gander at this idea. Then, Deborah Kimmett and Jon Steinberg decide whether the cat should be let out of the bag in their debate on keeping secrets.
Derek Seguin and Dave Hemstad discuss if blinds are superior to curtains in a debate that is more than just window dressing. Then, is the World Cup the greatest event in all of sports? Sean Cullen and Nour Hadidi reach their goals in this match.
To commemorate the passing of one of Canada's most beloved comedians, Tim Steeves, The Debaters is re-airing this Tim classic from 2019. Featuring Tim Steeves, Nathan Macintosh, David Pryde and Elvira Kurt in Saint John, New Brunswick.
This Halloween, Nikki Payne and Ron Sparks work their magic in a special double-length feature episode! Are witches superior to wizards? Wicked Nikki of the East crafts a bewitching argument in support of witches, but Ron the Magnificent and Amazing says wizards are the staff of life. This debate will have you spellbound!
Kathleen McGee and Charlie Demers engage on whether open marriages make the best bonds. Then, Saskatoon's Myles Morrison and Peter Brown are good sports when they go head-to-head on Roughriders fans being the superior spectators.
Ivan Decker and Lara Rae take stalk of a starchy staple in their debate on whether corn is the best crop. Then, Chad Anderson and Sean Lecomber will have you shedding tears of laughter when they discuss if nothing beats a good cry.
Katie-Ellen Humphries and Erica Sigurdson hand-spring into action on whether we should give it up for cheerleaders. Then, Kathleen McGee and Kelly Taylor get on their hobby-horse in a debate about whether having a small farm is really the bee’s knees.
Peter Brown and Dean Jenkinson refuse to be in harmony over whether Joni Mitchell is superior to Bob Dylan. Then, it’s Matt O’Brien and Nour Hadidi in an out-of-this-world debate on UFOs!
Derek Seguin and DeAnne Smith are truly Prada themselves in their debate on whether everyone should own a purse. Then, you'll definitely want to invest in John Hastings and Joe Vu's take on cryptocurrency!
The Debaters are all smiles for the premiere of their 17th season! First, sink your teeth into Charlie Demers and Deborah Kimmett’s debate on free dental care. Then, you’ll be seeing double when Graham Clark debates twin brothers Dylan and Dusty Williamson on whether everyone wins with twins!
For The Debaters’ season finale, Lara Rae and DeAnne Smith letter rip over the best way to pronounce the letter Z. Then, Lori Gibbs and Bree Parsons deliver a motherlode of jokes on having a cool mom.
Comedy couple Tim Gray and Dana Smith take things wheelie seriously when they question if adults should skateboard. Then, Don Kelly and Chad Anderson are tra-dition out the facts and funny on the topic of sharing your culture.
Dean Jenkinson and Katie-Ellen Humphries deliver refreshing performances when they fight over the superior summertime beverage. Then, Big Daddy Tazz and Todd Graham can’t bear to lose in their debate on Winnie the Pooh.
Bruce Clark and Matt Falk deliver Friendly Giant laughs when they discuss Manitoba’s friendliness. Then, David Pryde and Martha Chaves try to hum-drum up support in their debate on boredom.
Deborah Kimmett and Simon Rakoff seize the day when they discuss bucket lists. Then, Hunter Collins and Kyle Brownrigg deliver a beauty of a performance on the attractiveness of NHL players.
Are Smarties superior to M&M's? Ron Sparks thinks he's got this debate in the bag... until Elvira Kurt thinks inside the box. Then: Is fate real? Jon Steinberg and Ali Hassan have a debate with destiny.
It's all jokes and no frills in Laurie Elliott and Dave Hemstad's high-flying debate on budget airlines. Then, Ian Sirota tells Kate Davis why fibbing is, frankly, the best parenting tool.
Graham Chittenden and Sean Cullen refuse to Boggle the minds of their audience when they tackle word games. Then, Hisham Kelati and Nour Hadidi travel to great lengths in their debate on whether or not Toronto is the best city for new immigrants.
Poet and comedian John Wing and Juno-winning musician Dan Mangan are a couple of smooth operettas when they compare writing songs to writing poems. Then, Lachlan Patterson and Katie-Ellen Humphries are anything but negative in their debate on family portraits.
Myles Anderson and Abdul Aziz play the fool debating whether April 1st is the best day of the year. Then, Sophie Buddle and Jacob Samuel pack a poncho with their jokes about whether Vancouver is Canada's worst-dressed city.
Simon King and Julie Kim are a Parasite for sore eyes when debating if it’s time to cancel the Oscars. Then, Yumi Nagashima and Mayce Galoni charm everyone with their openers when they discuss pick-up lines.
In this fashionable debate from Season 13, DeAnne Smith and Lorne Cardinal try to per-suede their Calgary audience over which is superior: denim or leather. Then, Dean Jenkinson and Trent McClellan debate if stadiums are a great investment.
Erica Sigurdson and Ivan Decker make quite the spectacle when debating if wearing glasses is worse than wearing braces. Then, Lachlan Patterson and Wes Borg hit the road in their discussion about living in a van.
Maddy Kelly and Charlie Demers take us back to school, arguing if a mid-life crisis is an easier experience than a quarter-life crisis. Then, Kathleen McGee and Graham Clark deliver an egg-cellent performance in their debate on all-day breakfast.
Can three comedians create a legit sci-fi show? Comedians Ryan Beil, Maddy Kelly, and Mark Chavez are going to find out. Over eight episodes, they’ll try to write a serious, and seriously nerdy, pilot script. When they run into trouble they’ll consult Hollywood experts who have worked on things like Star Trek, Star Wars, and Firefly and science fiction superstars like Neil deGrasse Tyson, Rainn Wilson, Emily VanDerWerff and Neill Blomkamp. And in the final episode, professional actors will read their script, bringing it to life — for better or worse. More episodes are available at: smarturl.it/letsmakeascifi
Sean Lecomber and Jacob Samuel outfox each other when discussing whether we should stop feeding wild animals. Then Katie-Ellen Humphries and Wes Borg, in a heart-racing debate, argue if it's fun to have a crush!
This week from Winnipeg, Sean Cullen and Pete Zedlacher beak off debating if Canada’s National Bird should be the Canada goose. Then, in another high-flying discussion, Paul Myrehaug and Allie Pearse argue if nothing beats a destination wedding.
With fire in their bellies, John Wing and Kyle Bottom discuss if ambition is overrated. Then, in a high-rated debate, Erica Sigurdson and Derek Seguin argue if online reviews make life better. Don't miss this fan favourite episode from season 11.
Derek Seguin and Lara Rae bring down the house in Winnipeg in their debate on home improvement vs self-improvement. Then, Nikki Payne and Joze Piranian urgently discuss if patience is not a virtue.
From smack in the middle of the country, Charlie Demers and Big Daddy Tazz are in Winnipeg discussing if the middle is always the best place to be? Then, Nour Hadidi and Graham Clark sign up for a debate on petitions.
Matt Wright and Chad Anderson take a trip down memory lane in their debate on retro video games. Then, Leonard Chan and Carol Zoccoli have a heart-to-heart debate about whether or not to show their emotions.
In this gem from Season 13, Myles Anderson and Ivan Decker deliver a rich tapestry of jokes on the program Antiques Roadshow. Then, Mayce Galoni and Deborah Kimmett try to keep their head above water when they discuss Aquafit. (Originally recorded in May 2018)
In this festive classic from Season 14, Lara Rae and Rob Pue refuse to overstay their welcome in their debate on going home for the holidays. Then, John Hastings and Derek Seguin dial it up a notch on telemarketers. (Originally recorded in October 2019)
More than one Star is Born when Dean Jenkinson and Matt Falk deliver a blockbuster performance on movie musicals. Then, Carole Cunningham and Ted Morris are bad to the dog bone when they discuss the best size for a canine.
Alan Shane Lewis and Mike Delamont rule with an Iron Chef fist when they debate competitive food shows. Then, Sean Cullen and Steph Tolev put their necks on the line as they compare turtlenecks and v-necks.
Nile Seguin and Lara Rae refuse to log off on the subject of online comment sections. Then, Heidi Foss and Derek Seguin stay on target when they discuss penalty kicks and shootouts.
Charlie Demers and Ryan Belleville cast their vote over which country has the most entertaining elections: Canada or the U.S.? Then, Kristeen von Hagen and Chris Locke take things to the Sesame Street over kids tv shows.
Sunee Dhaliwal and Lisa Baker crank up the heat and dish on spicy food. Then, Yumi Nagashima and Mike Delamont make dreams come true debating a trip to Disneyland.
Things get heated in this classic episode from Season 13! Peter Anthony and Aisha Brown have a war with words when they discuss having an opinion on everything. Then, Allyson Smith and Don Kelly give a spooktacular performance when they debate horror movies. (Originally recorded in Feb. 2019)
Katie-Ellen Humphries and Abdul Aziz go toe-to-toga on theme parties. Then, Peter Brown and Graham Clark try not to make an ob-scene over which jokes are superior: clean or dirty.
It’s all in the family when Ali Hassan and Sophie Buddle discuss the best family size. Then, Paul Myrehaug and Myles Anderson take a swing at whether or not we need more golf courses.
Award-winning sketch troupe Tony Ho takes listeners on a journey of dark comedy. Bite-sized narrative sketches explore the nature of human relationships and how careless we can be with each other. Featuring Miguel Rivas, Roger Bainbridge and Adam Niebergall - Tony Ho is back with Season 3, Old Young People. More episodes are available at: smarturl.it/tonyho
Sean Lecomber and Charlie Demers serve up big laughs in this delicious debate. Then, Julie Kim and Gavin Clarkson refuse to go Micro-soft on each other when they discuss careers in technology.
Peter Brown and Ryan Williams speed into this week’s episode when they debate e-bikes and e-scooters. Then, Erica Sigurdson and Kathleen McGee refuse to keep their jokes bottled up on the topic of wine knowledge.
The Debaters are revved up and ready to go for their 16th season! Lori Gibbs and Maddy Kelly start things off with a debate on family road trips. Then, Ivan Decker and Tim Nutt deliver a juicy performance comparing peaches and cherries!
For The Debaters season finale, it's an unbreakable episode from 2018 with Charlie Demers and Lara Rae exchanging ideas on replacing versus repairing. Then, Paul Rabliauskas and Erica Sigurdson go for big laughs when they look at growing up in small towns.
In this highly-charged episode from Season 13, Sean Lecomber and Yumi Nagashima are on polar opposite view points when they debate the Northern Lights. Then, Don Kelly and Kate Davis have no time to waste on the topic of going to the dump.
Tim Steeves and Jon Steinberg are Baskin in the glory as they defend the superior way to enjoy ice cream. Then, Laurie Elliott and Hunter Collins make quite the splash on the key to backyard fun!
Ali Hassan and Derek Seguin try to steal a victory when they debate two of the most iconic game shows. Then, Nour Hadidi and Ron Sparks are right on the money as they question when to start investing.
Dave Hemstad and Jeremy Woodcock fit together perfectly in their debate on puzzles. Then, Don Kelly and Martha Chaves get worked up about having more time off.
Mayce Galoni and Glen Foster launch into hilarity when they discuss vacations to outer space. Then, Deborah Kimmett and Kyle Brownrigg are not on the fence when it comes to their relationship with their neighbours.
Simon Rakoff and Elvira Kurt are turning up the heat when they question the superior temperature reading for weather forecasts. Then, Abdul Butt and David Pryde set out on a footpath of destruction on the subject of going for walks.
Ivan Decker and Charlie Demers have a gift for you when they compare gift bags and wrapping paper. Then, Shirley Gnome and Wes Borg hit all the right notes in their debate on duets.
Julie Kim and Kelly Taylor are up, up and away when they compare Wonder Woman and Superman. Then, the winter gloves come off when Damonde Tschritter and Lisa Baker discuss snow days.