Les meilleurs podcasts Open To Debate (2023)

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Is Modi's India Heading in the Right Direction? 53:15

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Under prime minister Narendra Modi, pro-Hindu nationalism and civil rights issues have led to India’s downgrade to an electoral autocracy (according to V-Dem Institute), and many question whether better times are ahead. Those who agree with Modi’s leadership highlight the new strong economic growth as well as his efforts to improve India’s global i…

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How do we solve the housing crisis? 41:52

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Canada’s housing crisis is persistent and brutal. In August, the average rent was nearly $2,100 a month – and much higher in cities including Vancouver and Toronto. The average cost to buy a home was about $670,000 – and, again, much higher in Vancouver, at $1.2 million, and Toronto at $1.1 million. The Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation says the …

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Does America Need A Third Party? 53:15

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While the two-party system has been the standard in the US government, third parties have often challenged this status quo and now advocates to be added to election ballots permanently. Those who agree say third parties offer non-partisan solutions and are more representative of ideologies, unlike the polarized partisanship present now. Those who d…

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Is Legalizing Marijuana a Mistake? 53:15

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According to an October 2022 Pew survey, “88% of US adults say that marijuana should be legal for medical and recreational use.” While marijuana legalization is gaining more and more cultural acceptance, effectively regulating drugs has long flummoxed policy and lawmakers. Some are even starting to have second thoughts, especially when it comes to …

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Is Objectivity Essential to Journalism? 53:13

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For decades, objectivity has been cited as journalism's gold standard, promising that journalists would stick “to the facts" and deliver both sides of the story, excluding their personal views. Those in support say it builds trust and gives newsreaders the information they need to form their own opinions. Those against say it suppresses certain val…

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Should we Erase Bad Memories? 53:15

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Similar to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, neurotechnology techniques like decoded neurofeedback open the possibility of modifying or erasing memories that aren’t pleasant or beneficial to our well-being. Those in favor argue it could help offer a path to a mentally healthier and happier life. Those against it say that tampering with memorie…

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Does Color Blindness Perpetuate Racism? 53:15

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When you think about the world’s most intractable problems, racial inequality is among the most challenging. Societies have grappled not just with how to treat community members equitably in public spaces, but how to judge individuals based on qualities that extend beyond race in personal interactions. For many decades, some have pointed to “color …

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Open to Debate with David Moscrop

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What does fire weather mean for our future? 44:08

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In June, this year became the worst wildfire season in Canadian history. Fires burned throughout the country. And there’s almost surely more to come. So far, over 10 million hectares have burned, sending toxic smoke from province to province and into the United States, where tens of millions of people were put under air quality advisories. The smok…

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Should NATO Admit Ukraine? 53:15

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In the wake of the Russian invasion, Ukraine has applied on a fast-track membership bid to join NATO. Those who argue “yes” say admitting Ukraine would keep the country protected, affirm its sovereignty, and solidify alignment with the West. Those who argue “no” say it will provoke Putin, escalate the conflict, and that it doesn’t yet meet NATO’s s…

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Is Social Media Bad For Kids' Mental Health? 53:15

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Social media platforms have become an integral part of the modern digital landscape, shaping how young individuals connect, communicate, and perceive the world around them. However, concerns have been raised regarding the potential negative consequences on children's mental well-being. Even recently, the US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released…

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Did cable television break America? 40:40

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The United States of America is a polarized country marked by toxic partisan politics. The state of American politics comes from somewhere. And it might have been otherwise. It has been shaped by powerful interests, technologies, and contingent forces. One of those – one of the most important – is cable television. A new book traces the history of …

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Is the FDA Too Cautious? 53:15

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While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) needs to approve safe and effective drugs as quickly as possible to patients who need them, it must also maintain the diligence and rigor necessary to prevent harm. Two health experts look at the pace of FDA approvals and argue about whether the agency is getting it right on keeping the public safe or st…

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Should Prosecutors Pursue Minor Crimes? 53:15

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In the US, misdemeanors count for 80% of cases filed annually, but district attorneys around the country are implementing policies stating they’ll no longer prosecute certain low-level, nonviolent crimes. Those who argue “yes” say it keeps communities safe and not strengthening sentencing will let violent criminals back in public and increase crime…

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How should we think about fat bodies? 38:03

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There are all kinds of euphemisms for fat bodies. They capture and obscure a persistent social discomfort and prejudice that appears across fields and settings, from pop culture, to airlines, to medicine and beyond. Weight is also a marker for constant abuse, online and offline. When it comes to weight, we have normalized prejudice, moral panic, an…

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Will Millennials Be Left Behind? 53:15

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The oldest members of the Millennial generation are reaching their forties and feel they’ve been left behind emotionally and financially. Those who agree say Millennials pay more for basic items, leading them unable to afford to buy a home or have children. Those who disagree say that not buying a house or having kids are their choices and they wil…

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Should the Government Raise the Retirement Age? 53:15

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The age of eligibility for full Social Security benefits is currently 67, but the cash reserves behind it are expected to run out by 2034. Those arguing “yes” to raising the retirement age say people these days are living longer, and it will lead to more economic growth. Those arguing “no” say not everyone is able to work longer and it’ll make larg…

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Who owns the future of public spaces? 40:54

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For years, private interests have encroached upon public spaces. As time goes on, there are fewer and fewer places that belong to each of us regardless of our socioeconomic status–places where we can congregate or simply exist without needing to bend to the will of the market or worry about being surveilled. But what if our cities themselves were t…

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Should SCOTUS Focus on the Original Meaning of the Constitution? 53:15

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Originalism is a way of interpreting the Constitution that could help it be understood through either framer’s intent or what the public would’ve intended at the Constitution’s ratification. Supporters say the Constitution needs modern interpretation, even if some pre-existing circumstances are nonexistent. Others argue it doesn’t make sense to kee…

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What just happened in Alberta–and what comes next? 49:50

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Last week in Alberta, Premier Danielle Smith and the United Conservative Party held on to government in a race that was much closer than the 49-38 seat count suggests. Indeed, a small shift in votes in a handful of ridings in Calgary would have tipped the contest in favour of the New Democratic Party. But that didn’t happen. NDP leader Rachel Notle…

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Should Congress Abolish the Debt Ceiling? 53:15

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The US has more than $31 trillion in national debt. If it is breached, the government may go into default, leading to national and global consequences. Supporters in favor of abolishing the debt ceiling say it is counterproductive, leads to political drama, and an economic threat. Those arguing “no” say it’s an effective tool of governance that all…

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Is Netanyahu's Government Heading in the Wrong Direction? 53:15

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Since his 2022 re-election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has introduced plans for a new judiciary reform, leading to large-scale public protests. Supporters say these changes will better balance the power between lawmakers and judges and bring Israel’s judiciary system closer to other countries. Others argue these reforms will undermin…

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Should Certain Books Be Banned in School? 53:15

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Are certain books beyond reproach? It’s a fundamental question making its way across America’s school boards. Those who argue “yes” say schools should not expose children to topics they deem inappropriate like gender, sexuality, and race. Others say that reading controversial books fosters critical thinking, encourages empathy, and that professiona…

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What Does It Mean to "Win" An Argument? Mehdi Hasan in Conversation with John Donvan 53:15

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How can we argue in good faith? How can we communicate with confidence? How can we uncover new ideas through the art of debate? Journalist, broadcaster, and best-selling author Mehdi Hasan has made a career out of doing just that. Named one of the 100 'most influential' Britons on Twitter, and included in the annual global list of 'The 500 Most Inf…

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Is Carbon Capture Essential to Fighting Climate Change? 53:15

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When it comes to carbon dioxide, last year was a record year. The world emitted more of the climate-warming gas in 2022 than in any year since scientists began recording levels in 1900. The culprit, says the International Energy Agency, is society’s voracious appetite for fossil fuels, and the need to burn them. So … what can be done to prevent dan…

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Who gets to spend time in nature? 38:32

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This is the first episode in our three-piece series on the past, present, and future of public spaces in Canada. In these episodes we’ll cover nature, cities, and big national undertakings – things we do, have done, or might do together in spaces meant for all of us. We’ll also discuss threats to public spaces, of which there are many, and what is …

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Is Florida Eating New York's Lunch? 53:16

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Last year was a banner year for those trading the New York chill for the Florida sun. Thirty-nine percent of Empire Staters packed up and moved to the Sunshine State, more than any year in history. In fact, recent census data revealed 1.6 million former New Yorkers (or 8% of Florida’s total population) now call Florida home — and it’s not just reti…

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Is the Banking System Safer Than It Was in 2008? 53:17

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When the Great Recession struck, it was the start of the most significant economic downturn since the Great Depression of the 1930s. A slumping housing market revealed vulnerabilities of huge numbers of mortgage-backed securities and derivatives. In the aftermath, unemployment soared to 10%. GDP dropped by more than 4%, and federal authorities unle…

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Who should care about rural development? 41:10

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We spend an awful lot of time talking about housing and development—and we should. But often lost in the conversation is how we manage rural land and housing. The vast majority of Canada is urbanized, but in case you were thinking what happens “out there” has nothing to do with you, think again. Rural areas are home to plenty of houses and resident…

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Are Men Finished and Should We Help Them? 53:16

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By several measures, men are in trouble. Women outnumber them in college enrollment. And even once there, men are not as likely to graduate. Men also face higher levels of substance abuse, higher numbers of overdoses, higher incarceration rates, lower life expectancies, and suicide levels that are nearly four times more likely than women. In this c…

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Is Modi's India Heading in the Right Direction? 53:15

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How do we solve the housing crisis? 41:52

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Does America Need A Third Party? 53:15

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Is Legalizing Marijuana a Mistake? 53:15

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Is Objectivity Essential to Journalism? 53:13

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Should we Erase Bad Memories? 53:15

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Does Color Blindness Perpetuate Racism? 53:15

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What does fire weather mean for our future? 44:08

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Should NATO Admit Ukraine? 53:15

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Is Social Media Bad For Kids' Mental Health? 53:15

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Did cable television break America? 40:40

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Is the FDA Too Cautious? 53:15

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Should Prosecutors Pursue Minor Crimes? 53:15

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How should we think about fat bodies? 38:03

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Will Millennials Be Left Behind? 53:15

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Should the Government Raise the Retirement Age? 53:15

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Who owns the future of public spaces? 40:54

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Should SCOTUS Focus on the Original Meaning of the Constitution? 53:15

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What just happened in Alberta–and what comes next? 49:50

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Should Congress Abolish the Debt Ceiling? 53:15

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Is Netanyahu's Government Heading in the Wrong Direction? 53:15

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Should Certain Books Be Banned in School? 53:15

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What Does It Mean to "Win" An Argument? Mehdi Hasan in Conversation with John Donvan 53:15

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Is Carbon Capture Essential to Fighting Climate Change? 53:15

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Who gets to spend time in nature? 38:32

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Is Florida Eating New York's Lunch? 53:16

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Is the Banking System Safer Than It Was in 2008? 53:17

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Who should care about rural development? 41:10

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Are Men Finished and Should We Help Them? 53:16

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