One Clap Speech and Debate

Lyle Wiley
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One Clap Speech and Debate is a resource for Speech and Debate coaches and competitors. We interview heroes of the Speech and Debate community about the transformative power of the activity and work to provide free and helpful content for Speech and Debate enthusiasts. Lyle Wiley, an English teacher and Speech and Debate Coach in Thermopolis, Wyoming, hosts the show. 

  1. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 19: Zcherina Villegas on Fears and Authenticity in Speech and Debate

    08/25/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 19: Zcherina Villegas on Fears and Authenticity in Speech and Debate

    Send us a text 6:19 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 19 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: Join us at Camp One Clap for a lively conversation with Zcherina Villegas, Cheyenne East alum and speech and debate virtuoso, as she tests her hypothetical survival skills and jumps into her love for horror films. Discover Zcherina's whimsical take on the paranormal while we explore the power of authenticity in Speech and Debate. Zcherina passionately shares how being true to oneself—head, heart, and humor included—can elevate your speech delivery. If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    37 min
  2. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 18: Jay M. Roccaforte on Embracing Gratitude and Hope through "Hadestown"

    08/24/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 18: Jay M. Roccaforte on Embracing Gratitude and Hope through "Hadestown"

    Send us a text 6:18 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 18 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-18-jay-m-roccaforte-on-embracing-gratitude-and-hope-through-hadestown Jay Roccaforte is back to share his transformative experiences as he dives into the parallels between the struggles faced by characters in Anais Mitchell's musical "Hadestown" and the real-life challenges encountered in the world of speech and debate. Through Jay's personal anecdotes and the powerful themes of "Hadestown," we explore how Greek mythology and modern storytelling can illuminate our own fears and aspirations. Expressing love through art, even in the face of adversity, is a central theme Jay passionately discusses. He reflects on the importance of gratitude and hope, drawing valuable lessons from historical tragedies.  Don't miss it! If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    22 min
  3. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 17: Chronicles from the Crypt, Part 2 with Bailey Patterson and Marcus Viney

    08/23/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 17: Chronicles from the Crypt, Part 2 with Bailey Patterson and Marcus Viney

    Send us a text 6:17 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 17 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: Bailey Patterson and Marcus Viney are back with part 2 of "Chronicles from the Crypt!" Our crypt-keepers promise to elevate your speaking skills by dissecting two unforgettable national final round performances. Discover how Tess Segal's 2022 informative speech on water access transforms a basic topic into an enthralling narrative, and why Taylor Headrick's 2019 humorous piece on Halloween continues to leave audiences in stitches with her daring creativity and unique characterizations. Get ready for a spine-chilling, maniacal-laughter-filled episode that will keep you on the edge of your seat! If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website.  You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg  Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    17 min
  4. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 16: Izzy Garcia's Activist's Guide to the Clapocalypse, Part 3 - POI, A Chaotic Conversation

    08/22/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 16: Izzy Garcia's Activist's Guide to the Clapocalypse, Part 3 - POI, A Chaotic Conversation

    Send us a text 6:16 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 16 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-16-izzy-garcia-s-activist-s-guide-to-the-clapocalypse-part-3-poi-a-cha Are you ready to transform your POI approach from ordinary to extraordinary? Join us at Camp One Clap as Izzy Garcia returns with Part 3 of his Activist's Guide to the Clapocalypse. This time, Izzy dives deep into the world of Program Oral Interpretation (POI), offering invaluable advice on selecting topics that resonate on a personal level and can stir powerful emotional connections. Learn how to enrich your narrative by incorporating diverse voices and counter-perspectives, making your message not just compelling but unforgettable. Whether you’re exploring themes of identity or pressing social issues, Izzy’s insights will guide you in using POI as a mighty tool for advocacy and personal expression. If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    16 min
  5. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 15: Alexis Worthen on Horror Films, Debate, and Model UN

    08/17/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 15: Alexis Worthen on Horror Films, Debate, and Model UN

    Send us a text 6:15 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 15 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-15-alexis-worthen-on-horror-films-debate-and-model-un Join us at Camp One Clap as we welcome back Alexis Worthen, a quad ruby and Academic All-American Speech and Debater, who humorously admits her limited survival skills. This episode takes you on Alexis's journey from dominating high school debate to studying Political Science at Simmons University. Alexis reminisces about her time in high school Speech and Debate and discusses her current adventures in Model UN. Prepare to be captivated by Alexis's love for the horror genre as she discusses "The Last of Us" and its deep reflections on humanity. We dive into the emotional intricacies of Ari Aster’s "Hereditary" and "Midsommar," touching on themes of denial, grief, and mental health. We also highlight the unique style of A24 films and Nicolas Cage's greatness.  Don't miss it! If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    37 min
  6. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 14: Josie House on Scary Speech Stories and College Forensics

    08/15/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 14: Josie House on Scary Speech Stories and College Forensics

    Send us a text 6:14 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 14 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-14-josie-house-on-scary-speech-stories-and-college-forensics Join us at Camp One Clap as we welcome Josie House, a Lander Valley High School alum and current Casper College Forensics team member. Josie takes us on a journey from her early days in high school speech and debate to the more structured and high-stakes environment of college-level competition. Josie’s love for the activity shines through as she recounts her favorite scary campfire stories and shares her unique survival strategy: hiding and surviving in the mountains despite not having combat skills. Transitioning from high school to college forensics isn't for the faint-hearted, and Josie shares the challenges she faced and the lessons learned along the way. From working closely with coaches to maintaining confidence despite setbacks, Josie’s experience highlights the contrast in professionalism and structure at the collegiate level. Exciting adventures to different campuses and forming bonds with like-minded peers are juxtaposed with the ever-present risk of burnout. Josie paints a vivid picture of what it takes to sustain enthusiasm and excellence in such a demanding field. If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    29 min
  7. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 13: Natalyia Kopack on Flexibility, Courage, and Gender Bias in Debate

    08/14/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 13: Natalyia Kopack on Flexibility, Courage, and Gender Bias in Debate

    Send us a text 6:13 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 13 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-13-natalyia-kopack-on-flexibility-courage-and-gender-bias-in-debate Today's episode of the One Clap Speech and Debate podcast features the inspiring journey of Natalyia Kopack, a rising junior at Cheyenne East High School. Natalyia debuts at camp to talk about trying new events and the importance of equality in Speech and Debate! Read Natalyia's Equality in Forensics article here: https://www.equalityinforensics.org/blog/a-girl-debaters-guide-to-keep-goin If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    40 min
  8. Camp One Clap 2, Episode 12: Jay M. Roccaforte on Embracing Fear, Growth, and Poetic Resilience

    08/13/2024

    Camp One Clap 2, Episode 12: Jay M. Roccaforte on Embracing Fear, Growth, and Poetic Resilience

    Send us a text 6:12 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 12 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-12-jay-m-roccaforte-on-embracing-fear-growth-and-poetic-resilience In this episode at Camp One Clap, we welcome the insightful Jay M. Roccaforte, a seasoned competitor and coach, who shares his understanding of fear as a pathway to growth. Drawing parallels with cultural practices like Halloween and using poetic reflections and personal anecdotes, Jay illustrates how fear and desire are intertwined, pushing us closer to our goals and enriching our lives. Get ready for an inspiring discussion that will empower you to embrace fear and embark on your own personal transformation. If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media: Facebook: @oneclappodcast Instagram: @one_clap_podcast TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvpV56859lLA-X-EvHVYUg Your voice matters! Get your cool One Clap Speech and Debate merchandise here (now featuring hats!): https://www.bonfire.com/store/one-clap-speech-and-debate/

    17 min
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One Clap Speech and Debate is a resource for Speech and Debate coaches and competitors. We interview heroes of the Speech and Debate community about the transformative power of the activity and work to provide free and helpful content for Speech and Debate enthusiasts. Lyle Wiley, an English teacher and Speech and Debate Coach in Thermopolis, Wyoming, hosts the show. 

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  • Creator
    Lyle Wiley
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    222
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 One Clap Speech and Debate
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