The Speak Good Podcast

How to Win Your Next Debate

Oct 3, 2021

45:30

With polarization and deeply entrenched ideology threatening our ability to truly listen to one another, is civil discourse dead?

Our guest John Donvan isn’t ready to admit defeat just yet. In our latest episode, the host and moderator of the Intelligence Squared U.S. debate series shares how he’s seen firsthand how reasoned and constructive discourse can make us all smarter.

By focusing on facts, reason, and a respect of other viewpoints, you not only become a better debater, but you may even persuade the most intractable listeners to your way of thinking.

GUEST BIO:

Since 2008, John Donvan has moderated the Intelligence Squared U.S. debate series, which was launched in 2006 with the intent of restoring critical thinking and civility in public discourse through thought-provoking conversations about a wide variety of subjects. Donvan is a veteran network correspondent for ABC, CNN, and PBS, having served in multiple overseas assignments in Moscow, Amman, Jerusalem, and London. He’s a four-time Emmy Award winner, as well as a bestselling author. His 2016 book, In a Different Key: The Story of Autism, who he co-authored with Caren Zucker, was a finalist for the 2017 Pulitzer Prize.

LINKS:
Debates
Intelligence Squared U.S. — You can view previous debates on the website.
“Genetically Modify Food” debate, Dec. 3, 2014

Apps
Intelligence Squared U.S. app on Google Play
Intelligence Squared U.S. app on App Store

Podcasts:
IQ2US Debates
YouTube Channel