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"Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Public Speaking" by Mehdi Hasan

Oct 25, 2023

Mehdi Hasan, MSNBC host and advocate for arguments in democracy, discusses the art of debating, persuading, and public speaking. Topics include the power of emotion in debates, the role of credibility and expertise, and the significance of the rule of three in constructing persuasive arguments.

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Mehdi Hasan

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Quick takeaways

Using emotional language and storytelling can be effective in winning an argument by appealing to others' emotions.

Challenging an opponent's credibility or conflicts of interest can be a legitimate and effective strategy in persuading others.

Deep dives

Making an Emotional Appeal

To win an argument and persuade others, it is important to make an emotional appeal by engaging their emotions through language and storytelling. According to Aristotle, focusing on pathos or emotion is key. People are driven by feelings rather than logic, so using emotional language and sharing personal emotions and stories can be effective in getting others on your side.

Introduction

3min

The Power of Emotion and Strategy in Debates

4min

The Rule of Three and the Importance of Preparation

6min

MSNBC’s Mehdi Hasan isn’t one to avoid arguments. He relishes them as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value ― and can also simply be fun. Whether you are making a presentation at work or debating current political issues with a friend, Mehdi Hasan will teach you how to sharpen your speaking skills to make the winning case.

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