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The Forensics Experience is THE podcast about Speech and Debate. We take the opportunity to interview the world's most influential coaches, students and alumni in the activity and get their insight on topics from simply how to get better to the conversations we should have had about this community YEARS ago! Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe!

New Episodes Every Sunday!

The Forensics Experience The Forensics Guy

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    • 5.0 • 38 Ratings

The Forensics Experience is THE podcast about Speech and Debate. We take the opportunity to interview the world's most influential coaches, students and alumni in the activity and get their insight on topics from simply how to get better to the conversations we should have had about this community YEARS ago! Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe!

New Episodes Every Sunday!

    Episode 48: The Alumni (w/Amber Gracia of The National Speech and Debate Association)

    Episode 48: The Alumni (w/Amber Gracia of The National Speech and Debate Association)

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    🚀 Welcome to The Forensics Experience! Episode #48

    Before we dive into the enriching world of Speech and Debate, a quick note from The Forensics Guy:



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    Now, let's dive into the heart of today's episode:



    🎙️ In This Episode: We speak with Amber Gracia, Alumni Engagement Specialist for The National Speech and Debate Association and learn about all of the cool things the association are doing to get more alumni involved in the community. This episode is a must listen!



    📋 Amber's Bio:
    Amber joined the National Speech & Debate Association staff in 2021. She is an alum of the NSDA, having competed in Interp with her team at Harlingen High School South (TX). As Alumni Engagement Specialist at the NSDA, Amber is responsible for alumni programming, volunteer opportunities, and connecting alums to resources and each other.



    🔗 Connect with Amber and other alumni:
    Learn more about the alumni community and claim your free alumni membership:https://www.speechanddebate.org/alumni/Send any questions to alumni@speechanddebate.org Follow them on social media @speechanddebate



    National Speech & Debate Association Alumni Community:Our alumni community brings together former teammates and friends while fostering a deeper appreciation for the transformative power of speech and debate. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, networking, or advocacy, here is where you will find your speech & debate connection.

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    If you enjoyed this episode and want more riveting content, show your support by giving me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating in your favorite podcast app and hit that subscribe button. I appreciate your support and as more people support me, I will be able to turn this into a fulltime content creation opportunity and once that happens, this next sentence will be true: New episodes drop EVERY Sunday!!



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    • 49 min
    Episode 47: Debate Like a Girl (w/Ella Schnake)

    Episode 47: Debate Like a Girl (w/Ella Schnake)

    🚀 Welcome to The Forensics Experience! Episode #47

    Before we dive into the enriching world of Speech and Debate, a quick note from The Forensics Guy:



    Hold on! This isn't the end of the episode! For exclusive extras, behind-the-scenes content, and more engaging discussions, why not become a member on Buy Me A Coffee? Your membership not only unlocks premium access but also fuels my mission, let's explore the fascinating world of forensics together! 🌟🎙️



    🌟 Support the Mission:
    If you've found value in my content and share the vision of making Speech and Debate the epitome of equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusivity, consider supporting me by becoming a member on Buying Me A Coffee. Your contribution, big or small, propels me towards dedicating more time and effort to the cause. Can't support financially? No worries! Sharing this content and following me on various platforms makes a significant impact too. Connect with me on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Buy Me A Coffee.



    Now, let's dive into the heart of today's episode:



    🎙️ In This Episode: We speak with Ella Schnake, (POI NSDA Champion) and learn more about her past and present Forensics experience. We also take a dive into the inequities present in the Speech and Debate community for female presenting debaters. This episode is a must listen!



    📋 Ella's Bio:
    Ella Schnake is a senior at Truman State University where she studies political science and sociology, and has continued her forensics career. At the college level, she’s earned 16 Missouri State Championships and 2 Pi Kappa Delta National Titles. Ella graduated from Raymore-Peculiar High School in 2020, winning the NSDA POI Championship in 2019 with “Debate Like a Girl,” and finishing as a POI semifinalist in 2020. In the future, she hopes to go onto law school and keep her love of speech alive through coaching, judging, and volunteering.



    🔗 Connect with Ella:
    Have questions for Ella or want to connect? Find them on Instagram: Ella's Instagram



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    If you enjoyed this episode and want more riveting content, show your support by giving us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating in your favorite podcast app and hit that subscribe button. New episodes drop EVERY Sunday!




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    • 54 min
    Episode 46: You get a judge! You get a judge! Everybody gets a judge! (w/Blake Longfellow of Hired Judge)

    Episode 46: You get a judge! You get a judge! Everybody gets a judge! (w/Blake Longfellow of Hired Judge)

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    In this episode, we are diving into everything Hired Judge! 

    Learn more at Hiredjudge.com or Email Blake at Blake@hiredjudge.com

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    • 46 min
    Episode 45: From Forensics to Acting (w/Jeremy Tardy)

    Episode 45: From Forensics to Acting (w/Jeremy Tardy)

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    In this episode, we talk to Jeremy Tardy about his life and how it was influenced through Speech and Debate!

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    • 41 min
    Episode 44: Chicago Debates (w/Anthony Bolden)

    Episode 44: Chicago Debates (w/Anthony Bolden)

    Thank you for listening to The Forensics Experience. Your listenership means a lot to me, and for those that have told me this in person as they have seen me around tournaments it inspires me to make more episodes But running a podcast is no easy task If I want to accomplish my goal of releasing weekly episodes, I need to allocate time that mimics close to a full-time job which is why I need your support. By contributing as little as 99 cents a month on the Spotify for Podcasters platform, you can help ensure that "The Forensics Experience" continues to bring you the best content possible. So if you love speech and debate and want to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings as I interview notable people in the community, please consider supporting my podcast today. Thank you for listening!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forensicsexperience/support

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    In this episode, we talk to Anthony about his impact in the Speech and Debate community through Chicago Debates!

    Anthony's Bio:

    Anthony Bolden is the Executive Director for Chicago Debates. He works strategically and collaboratively with his staff to lead the organization's development and program implementation, ensuring Chicago youth maintain access to the life-changing activity of debate. Anthony believes that through the power of education and mentorship, young people are given the tools to build the life of their dreams.


    Anthony is a Chicago Urban League and University of Chicago Booth School of Business IMPACT Leadership Development Fellow Alum and a Forefront Educational Equity Fellow Alum. He is a highly sought-after speaker and facilitator. He has traveled extensively domestically and internationally, motivating emerging professionals to find their purpose and pursue their goals with boldness.


    Anthony received a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies with a concentration in Community Development from Oakwood University (HBCU) and a Graduate Certification in Nonprofit Management from North Park University.


    Follow Anthony on IG & Follow Chicago Debates



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    • 54 min
    Episode 43: The All Inclusive Spring Invitational: The week of February 19th, 2023. (w/Gregg Wandsneider)

    Episode 43: The All Inclusive Spring Invitational: The week of February 19th, 2023. (w/Gregg Wandsneider)

    Before you get lost in this episode; If you have ever enjoyed any of my content or you feel that it may have provided you value in any way, I would appreciate it if you were willing to Buy Me A Coffee. Your support helps me get to a point where I can dedicate my efforts to making Speech and Debate the most equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive activity EVER full time. Even If you can’t support financially, sharing my content and/or following me on every platform is just as important. Here are the links to my social media:

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    In this episode, we talk about Inclusivity in Speech and Debate for the blind. As well as our asynchronous Speech tournament that will focus on Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility for all! 5% of All proceeds will be donated to The American Council of the Blind !

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Customer Reviews

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38 Ratings

38 Ratings

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This is so fun to listen to and wonderful hearing some of the smartest people in the world all come together over one fantastic association.

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