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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.

The Debaters

We’ve got a stone cold debate on whether curling should be Canada’s national sport. Then, who dishes out a better Thanksgiving, Canadians or Americans?

Featuring: John Cullen, Elvira Kurt, Clifton Cremo, and Nathan Macintosh.

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Should curling be Canada’s national sport? Is Canada's Thanksgiving better than America's?

We’re deciding if meeting the parents is a major milestone, and whether Victoria, BC has the cool factor.

Featuring: Syd Bosel, Abdul Aziz, Ivan Decker, and Katie-Ellen Humphries.

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Is meeting the parents important? And is Victoria, BC cool?

We have a fasten-ating debate on Velcro vs. laces, then, we get down to business when we discuss dress codes at work.

Featuring: Lisa Baker, Sean Cullen, Chad Anderson, and Brittany Lyseng.

Does Velcro beat laces? Do dress codes at work matter?

We’re deciding if Bluetooth just makes you blue, and if everyone should be driven to get a driver’s license.

Featuring: Arthur Simeon, Matt Falk, Jackie Pirico, and Derek Edwards.

Is wireless better than wired? And do you actually need a driver’s license?

We’re deciding if it makes sense to say “I do” all over again, and whether we should give living in the North the cold shoulder.

Featuring: Charlie Demers, Erica Sigurdson, Gavin Clarkson, and Quincy Thomas.

Should married couples renew their vows? And is living up North worth it?

It’s the premiere of our 20th season! So we’re asking: Is 20 years a long time? Then, what’s in a name? We’re deciding if these signifiers need significance.

Featuring: Derek Seguin, Lara Rae, Ola Dada, and Wes Borg.

Is 20 Years a long time? And do names need to have meaning?

For the start of our 20th season, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes interview with our host Steve Patterson and Richard Side, creator of The Debaters! We'll be bringing you some of our most unforgettable debates, hearing from your favourite comedians, and getting the facts behind the funny!

20 Years of Debates: An Anniversary Special!

Our season finale episode is a grocery grudge match and a real re-treat!

Featuring: Matt Wright, Jan Caruana, Laurie Elliott, and Tamara Shevon.

Are shopping carts better than baskets? And is an invitation to the cottage the secret to summer fun?

We’re pitting parental holidays against each other, and deciding if coaches are a make or break mentor.

Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Elvira Kurt, Emmanuel Lomuro, and Patrick Dussault.

Which is better: Mother’s Day or Father’s Day? And do coaches matter?

We decide if wearing denim is a dream and whether ordering delivery is a breeze.

Featuring: Stacey McGunnigle, Myles Anderson, Graham Clark and Lachlan Patterson.

Are jeans the best pants? And is food delivery easier than ever?

Two comedians churn out jokes in a battle for the superior spread. Then, get ready for a timely debate on Newfoundland’s unique time zone.

Featuring: Derek Seguin, Matt Wright, Nour Hadidi, and Hisham Kelati.

Is butter better than margarine? And does Newfoundland have the best time zone?

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