Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family

Pigs vs. Frogs

Dec 18, 2025
This debate brings together Anna Goldfield, a writer and archaeologist, advocating for Team Pig, and Billy Soko, an actor and improviser, representing Team Frog. Anna highlights pigs' cleanliness, intelligence, and loving nature, while Billy counters with frogs' incredible jumping abilities, colorful species, and amphibious superpowers. They spar over topics like mirror self-recognition and domestication, trading quick facts and creative roommate ads for both animals. In the end, hilarity ensues as their arguments culminate in a surprising verdict!
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INSIGHT

Pigs Are Clever And Clean

  • Pigs are smart, social, and use mud strategically to cool and protect their skin.
  • Anna shows pigs are clean and emotionally aware, recognizing people and mirrors.
ANECDOTE

Pigs In Pop Culture

  • Anna lists famous pigs from stories like the Three Little Pigs, Babe, Wilbur, and Miss Piggy.
  • She uses pop culture to show pigs' cultural importance and appeal.
INSIGHT

Frogs' Superpowers And Diversity

  • Frogs are versatile amphibians with extraordinary jumping and tongue power.
  • Billy emphasizes their metamorphosis, wide variety, and striking adaptations across species.
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