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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Weekend laughs from Because News

Because News is Canada's funniest news quiz. Every week, host Gavin Crawford quizzes comedians and celebrities about the headlines. This week’s guests include Brandon Ash Mohammed, Leslie Seiler, and Emma Hunter. They’re talking about why health-conscious men are eating boy kibble, if Canadian curlers are the real villains at the Olympics, if ‘Janice’ is our best chance at negotiating with the US, and dive into the new awkward controversy that is shocking the ski jumping world. Find and follow to Because News wherever you get your podcasts, and here: https://link.mgln.ai/BNxTD

34 min
FA 5 DIES

Are tourists the worst? Should people stop comparing themselves to others?

We’ve got a debate on tourists that’s fanny-packed with jokes, then, it’s a vali-date with destiny when we discuss comparing yourself to others. Featuring: Myles Anderson, Yumi Nagashima, Graham Clark, and Syd Bosel.

37 min
12 DE FEBR.

Should everyone love raisins? And are romantic comedies lovely?

We’re trail mixing it up with a debate on a classically contentious food: raisins. Then, do rom-coms rule? If you’re Bridget Jones-ing for a laugh this Valentine’s Day weekend, don’t miss this one. Note, for all you keen Debaters fans, this episode is from our vaults! Featuring: Deborah Kimmett, Ivan Decker, Katie-Ellen Humphries, and Levi McCachen. (Originally recorded in February 2020)

28 min
5 DE FEBR.

Should you raise your family in Winnipeg? And is compromise the best solution?

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.

38 min
29 DE GEN.

Is Ottawa more exciting than Montreal? Are sports the best way to meet people?

Canada’s capital takes on the crème de la crème when we decide if Ottawa is more exciting than Montreal. Then, we’re keeping score on whether it’s best to meet people through playing sports. Featuring: Ron Sparks, Derek Seguin, Rob Pue, and DeAnne Smith.

40 min
22 DE GEN.

Do museums make you smarter? Are rules meant to be broken?

We’ve got a brainy battle on whether museums are the secret to smarts. Then, are rules meant to be broken? Stay tuned for a criminally funny debate. Featuring: Isabel Zaw-Tun, Wassim El-Mounzer, Deborah Kimmett, and Don Kelly.

36 min
15 DE GEN.

Is shawarma the best late-night food? Are parent-teacher conferences important?

We’ve got a meaty debate on whether shawarma is the best midnight meal, then, two comedians school each other on parent-teacher conferences. Featuring: Ali Hassan, Courtney Gilmour, Matt Falk, and Jenny Pue.

35 min
8 DE GEN.

Is a mullet better than a perm? Should we all be prepping for doomsday?

We’re bringing shear brilliance when mullets take on perms, then, be prepared to laugh when we discuss if everyone should become a doomsday prepper. Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Laurie Elliott, Martha Chaves, and Paul Myrehaug.

35 min

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Richard Side

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Steve Patterson

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Deborah Kimmett

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Ivan Decker

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Katie-Ellen Humphries

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Levi McCachen

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Ron Sparks

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Rob Pue

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DeAnne Smith

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Derek Seguin

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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.