Open to Debate
America is more divided than ever—but it doesn’t have to be. Open to Debate offers an antidote to the chaos. We bring multiple perspectives together for real, nonpartisan debates. Debates that are structured, respectful, clever, provocative, and driven by the facts. Open to Debate is on a mission to restore balance to the public square through expert moderation, good-faith arguments, and reasoned analysis. We examine the issues of the day with the world’s most influential thinkers spanning science, technology, politics, culture, and global affairs. It’s time to build a stronger, more united democracy with the civil exchange of ideas. Be open-minded. Be curious. Be ready to listen. Join us in being Open to Debate. (Formerly Intelligence Squared U.S.)

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Free Speech in the Trump 2.0 Era

Free Speech in the Trump 2.0 Era

The new Trump presidency has led to pressure on the First Amendment, and the lines between free expression and political enforcement are blurring. Those who say speech is now freer argue that his acti...

17 Jun 202550min

BONUS RELEASE: Can America and Its Allies Tolerate A Nuclear Iran, or Is It Time to Stop Them Now?

BONUS RELEASE: Can America and Its Allies Tolerate A Nuclear Iran, or Is It Time to Stop Them Now?

In light of today's breaking news—Israel’s targeted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities, and Iran's retaliation—we are re-releasing our episode that confronts one of the most urgent ...

13 Jun 202554min

Trump's Russia Policies: Return to Normalcy or Defeat for America?

Trump's Russia Policies: Return to Normalcy or Defeat for America?

As he did in this first presidential term, President Trump has continued to signal closer alignment with Vladimir Putin. This included a tense February Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Vol...

10 Jun 202553min

Think Twice: Original Sin with Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson

Think Twice: Original Sin with Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson

Coming off the long weekend, an early release of this week's episode: The first 2024 presidential debate was a turning point in President Biden’s candidacy. In this episode, moderator-in-chief John...

27 Mai 20251h 11min

Is Trump Good for Israel?

Is Trump Good for Israel?

With Trump’s return to office, some have high hopes for his relationship with Israel. But amid the Gaza war, will his policies help? Those arguing “yes” say Trump has given Israel unprecedented backin...

23 Mai 202553min

Can the U.S. Outpace China in AI Through Chip Controls?

Can the U.S. Outpace China in AI Through Chip Controls?

The AI revolution is underway, and the U.S. and China are racing to the top. At the heart of this competition are semiconductors—especially advanced GPUs that power everything from natural language pr...

16 Mai 202553min

Trump’s First 100 Days: The Economic Agenda

Trump’s First 100 Days: The Economic Agenda

The first 100 days of President Trump’s second term have come with a wide range of changes for the nation’s economy and global supply chains. Could these changes lead to a more prosperous America, or ...

9 Mai 202553min

Think Twice: The Stoic Capitalist with Robert Rosenkranz

Think Twice: The Stoic Capitalist with Robert Rosenkranz

From modest beginnings to a distinguished career, Robert Rosenkranz, the chairman of Delphi Capital Management and founder of Open to Debate, has used Stoic wisdom to navigate challenges, innovations,...

2 Mai 202553min

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