TikTok in the Classroom: Enhancing or Eroding the Teaching Profession?
It’s Back to School season, and TikTok has been taking a larger role in helping students learn — but should it? Some teachers argue that using TikTok can help make whatever subjects they study more digestible and adaptable to different types of learners. Others call the app distracting and capable of undermining classroom authority and prioritizing entertainment and short attention spans over education. Now we debate: TikTok in the Classroom: Enhancing or Eroding the Teaching Profession?
Enhance: Phil Cook, Education Influencer and High School Chemistry Teacher
Erode: Adrian Dingle, Second Schoolteacher and Education Consultant
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Should the U.S. Be Ruled by a CEO Dictator?
In some policy circles, the idea of the U.S. electing a CEO-style dictator running the country like a company is gaining momentum. But should the idea be embraced? Those proposing the Dictator CEO, like Curtis Yarvin, argue it would challenge existing institutions and deliver cutthroat efficiency. But democracy advocates, like E. Glen Weyl, argue that consolidating power under one leader undermines the core values fundamental to America’s political system. Now we debate: Should the U.S. Be Ruled by a CEO Dictator?
Arguing Yes: Curtis Yarvin, Anti-democracy theorist and Tech Entrepreneur
Arguing No: E. Glen Weyl, Co-Founder of the RadicalxChange Foundation, Plurality Institute, and the Faith, Family and Technology Network
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Don't Eat Anything With a Face
More Americans are moving away from eating meat toward a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. But is continuing to eat animals a personal choice—or an ethical failure? Those favoring a plant-based lifestyle argue that eating animals is morally indefensible when plant-based alternatives can provide the same nutrition without pain. But meat lovers argue there’s more to eating meat than seems obvious and caution against vilifying meat consumption. Now, we debate this motion: Don’t Eat Anything With A Face.
Arguing Yes: Neal Barnard, Clinical Researcher, Author of "21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart"
Gene Baur, President and Co-Founder of the Farm Sanctuary
Arguing No:
Chris Masterjohn, Nutritional Sciences Researcher; Blogger at The Daily Lipid
Joel Salatin, Farmer & Author
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Fast Fashion: Shop or Stop?
Fast fashion has taken over the fashion industry, but is less expensive, trendy clothing really worth the purchase? Those who say to “stop” argue fast fashion harms the environment in many ways and exploits workers in countries with lax regulations. Those who say “keep shopping” argue it’s up to shoppers to choose, as fast fashion offers affordable options, supports jobs, and boosts local economies. Now we debate: Fast Fashion: Shop or Stop?
Arguing Stop: Kenneth Pucker, Former COO of Timberland; Professor at The Fletcher School at Tufts University
Arguing Shop: Katherine Mangu-Ward, Editor-in-Chief at Reason
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Is Our Productivity Culture Toxic?
The pressure to constantly be productive and achieve has become an aspiration one should aspire. But is this mindset worth the effort? Those claiming it’s toxic argue it creates impossible standards, opening the door for anxiety, burnout, and disconnection. But some argue the problem isn’t productivity itself, but how we’ve come to define success — and the unrealistic expectations that come with it. Now we debate: Is Our Productivity Culture Toxic?
Arguing Yes:
Jennifer Moss, Workplace Culture Expert; Author of "The Burnout Epidemic"
Rahaf Harfoush, Digital Anthropologist and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Arguing No:
David Allen, Creator of the "Getting Things Done" Time Management Method and Author
Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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