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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
  • Is carpet superior to hardwood? Does nothing beat living in a university town?

    Is carpet superior to hardwood? Does nothing beat living in a university town?
    Apr 16 2026

    Prepare to be floored! This week, we’re deciding if carpet conquers hardwood. Jan Caruana’s on a roll when she argues in favour of carpet, but Sean Cullen says wood floors are best, plank you very much! Then, from London, Ontario, home of Western University, we’re asking: does nothing beat living in a university town? Courtney Gilmour's in-tuition says yes, but Rob Bebenek believes it’s better to live far away from any campus.


    Featuring: Jan Caruana, Sean Cullen, Courtney Gilmour, and Rob Bebenek.
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    41 mins
  • Are scammers getting smarter? Should everyone join a book club?

    Are scammers getting smarter? Should everyone join a book club?
    Apr 9 2026

    Is avoiding scammers mission imposter-ble? Craig Fay argues that it’s easy to fall for a scam these days, but Elvira Kurt is a born skeptic. Next, we’re talking book clubs. Martha Chaves says they’re a novel idea, but Kyle Brownrigg refuses to join the club.


    Featuring: Craig Fay, Elvira Kurt, Martha Chaves, and Kyle Brownrigg.
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    39 mins
  • 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
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