The Debaters

Comedians compete in debates with scripted rants and live audience voting AI summary

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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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Does every home need a landline? Is Saint John superior to St. John’s?

2026-11-12 · 38 min · Season 20, episode 13

This week, we’re getting dialed in with a debate on landline phones. Matt Wright gives landlines a ringing endorsement, but Nikki Payne refuses to be tied down. Then, we’re pitting two easily confused cities against…
Is line dancing fun? And is the West Edmonton Mall Canada’s best attraction?

2026-11-05 · 35 min · Season 21, episode 9

This week, we’re taking on Alberta’s favourite way to Boot Scootin’ Boogie: Line dancing. Dan Taylor thinks it’s time to get in line, but Clare Belford refuses to follow commands. Then, is the West Edmonton Mall the…
Is Halloween for adults? Should you always follow instructions?

2026-10-29 · 38 min · Season 21, episode 8

It’s spooky season, and we’re asking: Is Halloween for adults? Matt Falk says grown-ups can be ghouls too, but Isabel Zaw-Tun believes this haunted holiday is for kids. Then, should you always follow the instructions?…
Is pumpkin overrated? Should everyone play in a band?

2026-10-22 · 28 min · Season 21, episode 7

Can you never get enough pumpkin? Laurie Elliott is proudly pro-pumpkin, but Kyle Brownrigg says this overrated squash has him seeing orange. Next, do we all need to join a band? Wes Borg is ready to rock out, but Maddy…
Do Albertans have the most common sense? Are moustaches superior to beards?

2026-10-15 · 37 min · Season 21, episode 6

This week, we’ve got a debate that might get as rocky as the Rocky Mountains: Do Albertans have the most common sense? Alberta-born Henry Sir claims his people are the most sensible, but Edmonton’s Lisa Baker is ready…
Is the best night out at the Legion? Should family obligations be optional?

2026-10-08 · 35 min · Season 21, episode 5

Is the Legion hall the best place for a night on the town? Brittany Lyseng serves up the funny with her pro-Legion plea, but Ryan Williams believes there’s better places to party. Then, it’s Thanksgiving weekend and…
Should you move back in with your parents? Does nothing beat a coupon?

2026-10-01 · 32 min · Season 21, episode 4

Does the rising cost of living mean adult children should move back in with their parents? James Mullinger says there’s no better time to move back with mom and dad, but Hisham Kelati believes it’s better to leave the…
Is it the thought that counts? And is it better to be rich or famous?

2026-09-24 · 38 min · Season 21, episode 3

When it comes to gifts, is it the thought that counts? Charlie Demers brings a thoughtful argument in support of thoughtful gifts, but Deborah Kimmett refuses to wrap her head around it. Then, does wealth beat fame?…
Is a clothesline superior to a dryer? Should Saskatoon be the capital of Saskatchewan?

2026-09-17 · 35 min · Season 21, episode 2

This week, we’re putting everything on the line when we pit clotheslines against dryers. Katie-Ellen Humphries is pro-clothesline and she’s prepared to hang her opponent out to dry, but Myles Morrison is ready to get…
Does a tent beat an RV? Are Saskatchewanians the toughest Canadians?

2026-09-10 · 39 min · Season 21, episode 1

It’s the premiere of The Debaters’ 21st season and we want to know which camp you’re in: Tent or RV? Gavin Clarkson pitches a perfect argument for tents, but Yumi Nagashima champions the creature comforts of RVs. Then,…

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Oldest episode in feed: 12/2025
Typical length: 37 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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