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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The Natural Gas Boom: Doing More Harm Than Good?

The Natural Gas Boom: Doing More Harm Than Good?

Some people are embracing the wave of increased natural gas extraction in the United States. Others, concerned about the risks, are saying no fracking way. A panel of experts weighs the pros and cons ...

17 Juli 201252min

Should College Football Be Banned?

Should College Football Be Banned?

In recent years, college football programs have been hit by a series of scandals. And observers have long raised questions about the risks of head injuries. A panel of experts looks at the state of co...

15 Maj 201252min

Is The Internet Closing Our Minds Politically?

Is The Internet Closing Our Minds Politically?

On the Internet, it's easy to find like-minded people and to frequent sites where you agree with the content. And algorithms are serving up more personalized search content. Are we running the risk of...

23 Apr 201252min

Does China Do Capitalism Better Than America?

Does China Do Capitalism Better Than America?

As China experiments with its own form of state-run capitalism, the country has managed to maintain a strong economy while many Western countries are faltering. A team of experts faces off in the late...

20 Mars 201252min

Is Obesity The Government's Business?

Is Obesity The Government's Business?

In the U.S., more than 78 million adults and 12 million children are obese, prompting some to argue that it's in the government's interest to combat the problem. But others say the government should s...

13 Feb 201252min

Should The U.N. Grant Palestine Full Membership?

Should The U.N. Grant Palestine Full Membership?

In the Intelligence Squared U.S. debate held Jan. 10, four experts on the Middle East face off on the motion "The U.N. Should Admit Palestine As A Full Member State." Could this approach help resolve ...

18 Jan 201252min

#57 - Would The World Be Better Off Without Religion?

#57 - Would The World Be Better Off Without Religion?

A rabbi, a descendant of Charles Darwin, a philosopher and a scholar face off over religion in the latest Intelligence Squared U.S. debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

21 Nov 201152min

Should Congress Pass Obama's Jobs Bill In Pieces?

Should Congress Pass Obama's Jobs Bill In Pieces?

Supporters say if lawmakers do nothing, the U.S. economy may fall into another recession. But critics say the jobs package just recycles policies that have failed in the past. A group of experts argue...

21 Nov 201152min

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