The conclusion to Easy Entry is your first tournament. It will be here before you know it! This probably infuses some nervousness in you, but you are read-up and prepared for competition. You just … [Read more...] about Podcast 006: Easy Entry (Part 5: Tournaments)

Debate is an entire sport full of rules, new terminology, and a host of jargon to go along with it. Wading through the how-to’s is enough to scare off the most determined individual. But hang in … [Read more...] about Podcast 005: Easy Entry (Part 4: Debate)

A speech “event” is the type of speech at a competition. There are so many different events across leagues that it is difficult to keep track of the opportunities that you have. That’s what this book … [Read more...] about Podcast 004: Easy Entry (Part 3: Speech)

First thing’s first. You need to correctly identify what kind of school you attend. This goes for students, coaches, teachers, administrators and parents. Several decisions will be made that hinge … [Read more...] about Podcast 003: Easy Entry (Part 2: Schools and Leagues)

The coronavirus has forced the end of Season 20 for most speakers and debaters. Disappointing, no doubt. My home of speech and debate now takes a turn toward Season 21. It will be here soon! This … [Read more...] about Podcast 002: Easy Entry to the World of Speech and Debate (Part 1: Introduction)