The Debaters by CBC | Podcast Rankings & Episodes

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About the show

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.

Latest episodes

Should you move back in with your parents? Does nothing beat a coupon?

October 1, 2026 · 32 min

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 nest for good. Then…
Is it the thought that counts? And is it better to be rich or famous?

September 24, 2026 · 38 min

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? Chad Anderson would bet…
Is a clothesline superior to a dryer? Should Saskatoon be the capital of Saskatchewan?

September 17, 2026 · 35 min

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 into a tumble when he…
Does a tent beat an RV? Are Saskatchewanians the toughest Canadians?

September 10, 2026 · 39 min

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, do the toughest…
Are high school friends the best friends you'll ever have? And are nosy neighbours better than noisy neighbours?

September 3, 2026 · 36 min

Are high school friendships forever? Charlie Demers believes in these lasting bonds, but Heidi Brander says it’s high time to put high school friends aside. Then, does a nosy neighbour beat a noisy neighbour? Lisa Baker is prepared to…
Do museums make you smarter? Are rules meant to be broken?

August 27, 2026 · 36 min

This week, we’ve got a brainy battle on whether museums are the secret to smarts. Museum-goer Isabel Zaw-Tun is ready to exhibit her knowledge, but Wassim El-Mounzer is against these displays. Then, are rules meant to be broken? Deborah…
Do candles deserve more appreciation? And is Tom Cruise the greatest movie star?

August 20, 2026 · 38 min

This week, we’re waxing on about the pros and cons of candles. Jon Steinberg says candles light up his life, but Jan Caruana is ready to snuff out her opponent’s argument. Then, is Tom Cruise really the Top Gun? Adam Cawley agrees and he’s…
Is meeting the parents important? And is Victoria, BC cool?

August 13, 2026 · 38 min

This week, we’re deciding if meeting the parents is a major milestone. Syd Bosel believes this meeting matters, but Abdul Aziz says it’s all relative. Then, does Victoria, BC have the cool factor? Ivan Decker gives this coastal city cool…