speech and debate

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)