One Clap Speech and Debate

Send us Fan Mail 6:18 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 18 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-18-jay-m-roccaforte-on-embracing-gratitude-and-hope-through-hadestown Jay Roccaforte is back to share his transformative experiences as he dives into the parallels between the struggles faced by characters in Anais Mitchell's musical "Hadestown" and the real-life challenges encountered in the world of spee...

Send us Fan Mail 6:17 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 17 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: Bailey Patterson and Marcus Viney are back with part 2 of "Chronicles from the Crypt!" Our crypt-keepers promise to elevate your speaking skills by dissecting two unforgettable national final round performances. Discover how Tess Segal's 2022 informative speech on water access transforms a basic topic into an enthralling narrative, and why Taylor Headrick's 2019 humorous ...

Send us Fan Mail 6:16 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 16 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-16-izzy-garcia-s-activist-s-guide-to-the-clapocalypse-part-3-poi-a-cha Are you ready to transform your POI approach from ordinary to extraordinary? Join us at Camp One Clap as Izzy Garcia returns with Part 3 of his Activist's Guide to the Clapocalypse. This time, Izzy dives deep into the world of Program O...

Send us Fan Mail 6:15 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 15 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-15-alexis-worthen-on-horror-films-debate-and-model-un Join us at Camp One Clap as we welcome back Alexis Worthen, a quad ruby and Academic All-American Speech and Debater, who humorously admits her limited survival skills. This episode takes you on Alexis's journey from dominating high school debate to stu...

Send us Fan Mail 6:14 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 14 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-14-josie-house-on-scary-speech-stories-and-college-forensics Join us at Camp One Clap as we welcome Josie House, a Lander Valley High School alum and current Casper College Forensics team member. Josie takes us on a journey from her early days in high school speech and debate to the more structured and hig...

Send us Fan Mail 6:13 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 13 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-13-natalyia-kopack-on-flexibility-courage-and-gender-bias-in-debate Today's episode of the One Clap Speech and Debate podcast features the inspiring journey of Natalyia Kopack, a rising junior at Cheyenne East High School. Natalyia debuts at camp to talk about trying new events and the importance of equali...

Send us Fan Mail 6:12 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 12 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-12-jay-m-roccaforte-on-embracing-fear-growth-and-poetic-resilience In this episode at Camp One Clap, we welcome the insightful Jay M. Roccaforte, a seasoned competitor and coach, who shares his understanding of fear as a pathway to growth. Drawing parallels with cultural practices like Halloween and using ...

Send us Fan Mail 6:11 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 11 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-11-bailey-patterson-and-marcus-viney-present-chronicles-from-the-crypt It's time for some spooky speech and performance analysis with Marcus Viney and Bailey Patterson in part 1 of their new series: Chronicles from the Crypt. This episode features an in-depth analysis of two remarkable NSDA performances: S...

Send us Fan Mail 6:10 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 10 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-10-izzy-garcia-s-activist-s-guide-to-the-clapocalypse-part-2-performing Can impactful storytelling also be ethical when it involves reliving trauma? Coach Izzy Garcia explores this crucial dilemma in Part Two of the Activist's Guide to the Clapocalypse: Performing Advocacy. Izzy presents a nuanced discussi...

Send us Fan Mail 6:9 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 9 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: Can you imagine facing your biggest fears head-on while thriving in the competitive world of speech and debate? Today, three talented members of the 1A/2A State Champion Bighorn High School Speech and Debate Team join camp: Lindsey Walker, Lizzy Arcarese, and Lydia Marhoff. We discuss survival skills in a post-apocalyptic world, with Lindsey humorously admitting she'd rathe...

Send us Fan Mail 6:8 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 8 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-8-facing-fears-and-overcoming-anxiety-with-ella-and-addy-goodman What if facing your biggest fears could lead you to discover your deepest passions? Join us on day eight of Camp One Clap, where Ella and Addy Goodman share their journey through the world of speech and debate, transforming anxieties into achiev...

Send us Fan Mail 6:7 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 7 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-7-chilling-tales-and-balancing-acts-with-josh-thompson-2023-expository-n Ever felt stretched too thin by a packed schedule? You're not alone. Join us as we chat with Josh Thompson, the 2023 Expository National Champion. We dive into the art of balancing commitments, with Josh sharing his own experiences jugg...

Send us Fan Mail 6:6 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 6 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-6-yuyu-yuan-on-picking-and-writing-the-speech-you-like Unlock the secrets to crafting speeches that leave a lasting impact and that will be personally exciting and satisfying with YuYu Yuan, a seasoned speech coach and Stanford senior. Join us at Camp One Clap as YuYu breaks down the art of selecting a topic...

Send us Fan Mail 6:5 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 5 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-5-whitney-brooks-and-her-journey-from-competitive-champion-to-coaching-men Join us for a conversation with Cheyenne Central assistant coach Whitney Brooks as she shares her unique perspective on navigating a world of Speech and Debate competition, coaching, and, yes, hypothetical apocalypses. Whitney opens u...

Send us Fan Mail 6:4 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 4 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-4-izzy-garcia-s-activist-s-guide-to-the-clapocalypse-part-1-platforms-i Ever wondered how you can turn your fears into a powerful voice for change? Cheyenne South Assistant Coach Izzy Garcia is here to share unique insights into the role of advocacy within our Speech community. Izzy discusses the signi...

Send us Fan Mail 6:3 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 3 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-2-episode-3-balance-resilience-and-advocacy-with-breanna-wollman-2024-nsda-stude Join us at Camp One Clap as we welcome back South Dakota Speech and Debate star Breanna Wollman, who shares her journey from a nervous freshman to a triple threat champion in Original Oratory, Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking, and Lincoln...

Send us Fan Mail 6:2 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 2 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-season-2-episode-2-chilling-thrills-and-coaching-skills-with-ashley-schulz-2024-ns The Clapocalypse is upon us, but Ashley is here to help! Prepare for spine-chilling thrills and heartwarming moments as we welcome 2024 NSDA Assistant Coach of the Year and Wyoming Hall of Fame coach Ashley Schulz to the One Clap Speech...

Send us Fan Mail 6:1 - Camp One Clap 2024: Day 1 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-season-2-episode-1-bring-on-the-clapocalypse-with-camp-director-lyle-wiley What if you could conquer your deepest speech and debate fears and emerge victorious? Join us as we kickoff Season 6 of One Clap Speech and Debate by diving headfirst into the Clapocalypse! I'm Lyle Wiley, your adventurous host and leader of C...

Send us Fan Mail 5:46 - Ever thought you could make your debate rounds more impactful by saving time without sacrificing the quality of your arguments? You're about to discover how! Join Professor Graham and his sidekick Kevin as they unpack the art of grouping arguments—a strategic tool that can transform your debate efficiency while keeping your arguments sharp and nuanced. Through humor and practical insights, you'll learn how to identify arguments that can be grouped, simplify your judges...

Send us Fan Mail 5:36 - Topic Talk with Adrian has returned with a new episode. We are once again stealing some fabulous debate stuff from Adrian Graham (with his permission, of course), and today Professor Graham is going to explore the Intellectual Property Rights Topic for the 2024-2025 Policy Debate season. Adrian's email: eadriang17@gmail.com You should check out the video of his episode here: https://youtu.be/8SpKBLBuQe8?si=TjxLFSnAdoB67OEW And you should also binge his YouTube chann...

Send us Fan Mail 5:45 - Think you can remember every argument in a debate? Think again! This episode of Professor Graham's ABCs of Debate is a game-changer for anyone serious about debating. Professor Graham tackles the essential but often neglected skill of FLOWING—effective note-taking that ensures you keep track of every argument, statistic, and piece of data. Joined by his insightful co-host Kevin, the good professor debunks the myths that you can rely solely on memory or pre-written bloc...

Send us Fan Mail 5:44 - Are you lost in a dark maze of debate inquiry, seeking a beacon to illuminate your path? Do you yearn to infuse your intellectual discourse with a touch of cosmic brilliance? Is your hunger craving a veritable banquet of dialectical delights, crafted by a virtuoso of thought? Brace yourself, because Professor Adrian Graham and Kevin are here to lead the way through the labyrinth of debate! In today's ABC's of Debate, we shine the spotlight on episode six: E is for Exis...

Send us Fan Mail 5:43 - Are you lost in the labyrinth of debate, searching for a guiding light? Do you itch to sprinkle a bit of stardust into your debate repertoire? Is your appetite growling for a feast of debate delights, straight from the master chef's kitchen? Well, get ready to embark on an adventure because Professor Adrian Graham and Kevin are here with the ABCs of Debate! Today, we're putting the spotlight on episode five: D is for DISCLOSURE. Check out Adrian Graham's YouTube vide...

Send us Fan Mail 5:42 - Are you wandering aimlessly in the desert of debate? Do you long to sprinkle some extra spices into your debate vocab? Is your belly rumbling for some tasty debate delicacies straight from a seasoned debater's cookbook? Does the sight of plush Corgis bring a grin to your face? Well, hold onto your hats because Professor Adrian Graham and Kevin are swooping in to to deliver the ABC's of Debate! Today we highlight episode four: D is for DISADVANTAGE. Check out Ad...

Send us Fan Mail 5:41 - Are you trapped in the clutches of the debate world and want to improve your basic vocabulary? Is your tummy grumbling for some debate-y treats from a tried and true debate fella? Do stuffed Corgis make you smile? Well, today's your lucky day, because Professor Adrian Graham and Kevin are here to artfully explain more of the basics of debate in their ABC's of Debate series! Today we highlight episode three: C is for COUNTERPLAN. Check out Adrian Graham's YouTub...

Send us Fan Mail 5:40 - Are you intrigued by debate and want to learn the basic vocabulary? Are you hungry for some debate-y snacks from a certified debate fella? Do stuffed Corgis haunt your dreams? Well, today's your lucky day, because Professor Adrian Graham and Kevin are here to gracefully explain the basics of debate in their ABC's of Debate series! Today we highlight episode two: B is for BLOCKS. Check out Adrian Graham's YouTube videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessorGr...

Send us Fan Mail 5:39 - Do you need to go back to the basics of debate? Are you hungry for some debate nourishment from a certified debate fella? Are Corgis your spirit animal? Well, you are in luck, because Professor Adrian Graham and Kevin are here to gracefully illuminate the basics of debate in their ABC's of Debate series! Start your ABC's of Debate with episode one: A is for ADVANTAGE. Check out Adrian Graham's YouTube videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessorGraham Adria...

Send us Fan Mail 5:38 - Hey, Public Forum Debaters! University of Wyoming Director of Debate Matt Liu is here to provide an overview analysis to help you absolutely obliterate the January 2024 Public Forum topic: The United States federal government should repeal Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. You should check out the Wyoming Debate Roundup write-up of Matt's analysis here: https://wyodebateroundup.weebly.com/blog/pf-janfeb-2024-topic-analysis-section-230 For more notes and ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:37 - Let's start the new year off the right way, Lincoln-Douglas Debaters! University of Wyoming Director of Debate Matt Liu is here to provide an overview analysis the new January/February 2024 Lincoln-Douglas topic: The United States ought to substantially reduce its military presence in the West Asia-North Africa region. You should check out the Wyoming Debate Roundup write-up of Matt's analysis here: https://wyodebateroundup.weebly.com/blog/ld-janfeb-2024-topic-analysi...

Send us Fan Mail 5:36 - Topic Talk with Adrian has returned with a new episode. We are once again stealing some fabulous debate stuff from Adrian Graham (with his permission, of course), and today Professor Graham is going to explore the IRS Disadvantage ground of the 2023-2024 Policy Topic. You should check out the video of his episode here: https://youtu.be/8SpKBLBuQe8?si=TjxLFSnAdoB67OEW And you should also binge his YouTube channel full of all sorts of debate goodies here: https://www.y...

Send us Fan Mail 5:35 - One Clap is back! We're stealing some great debate stuff from Adrian Graham (with his enthusiastic permission), and today Professor Graham is going to give the goods on the Federal Jobs Guarantee portion of the 2023-2024 Policy Debate Topic! You should check out the video of his episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVazk4mCqKY&t=54s And you should also binge his YouTube channel full of all sorts of debate goodies here: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessorG...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 45 | McCarthy is Ousted as Speaker Extempers, you are at the right place to learn, grab some research, and improve your extemporaneous craft. In this episode, YuYu and Spen...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour with Spencer and YuYu is BACK! The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 44 | Natural Disasters on the Rise 2023 has been one of the hottest recorded years in world history. Additionally, natural di...

Send us Fan Mail 5:32 - Camp One Clap: Day 31 Thank you to everyone who helped make Camp One Clap 2023 awesome! For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/a-fond-farewell-to-camp-one-clap-2023 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at l...

Send us Fan Mail 5:31 - Camp One Clap: Day 30 Capture the Congress Crown with Counselor Alexis Worthen, Ep. 5 - Point of Order! Chairing a Congress Round For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-30-capture-the-congress-crown-with-counselor-alexis-worthen-ep-5 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any id...

Send us Fan Mail 5:30 - Camp One Clap: Day 29 Trivia Tuesday Camp Quiz Clash Final Round with Camp Counselor Londe Gagnon Our final episode of Camp Speech and Debate Trivia features the ultimate big brain showdown: Maile Williams vs. Jean-Luc Willson, Round 4. For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-29-trivia-tuesday-camp-quiz-clash-final-round-with-camp-counselor-londe-gagnon Watch Professor...

Send us Fan Mail 5:29 - Camp One Clap: Day 28 Counselor Campfire Chat with Camp Counselor Dani Schulz For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-28-counselor-campfire-chat-with-nsda-student-of-the-year-finalist-dani-schulz Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore o...

Send us Fan Mail 5:28 - Camp One Clap: Day 27 The Interp Survival Guide with Camp Counselor Izzy Garcia, Ep. 4 - The Philosophy of Interp For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-27-interp-survival-guide-with-counselor-izzy-garcia-ep-4 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for top...

Send us Fan Mail 5:27 - Camp One Clap: Day 26 Supplemental S'mores - Expository and Poetry with Camp Counselor Rachel West For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-26-supplemental-s-mores-expository-nationals-runner-up-rachel-west Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topics to ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:26 - Camp One Clap: Day 25 Croc Hiking with E-Z Platform starring Ella Goodman and Zcherina Villegas, Episode 4 For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-25-croc-hiking-with-e-z-platform-counselors-ella-e-and-zcherina-z-ep-4 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests fo...

Send us Fan Mail 5:25 - Camp One Clap: Day 24 Troop Leader Talk with Counselors Bailey Patterson and Marcus Viney, Ep. 4 - Flashlight Focus For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-24-troop-leader-talk-with-counselors-bailey-patterson-and-marcus-viney-ep-4 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:24 - Camp One Clap: Day 23 Capture the Congress Crown with Counselor Alexis Worthen, Ep. 4 - Capable Cross-Examination For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-23-capture-the-congress-crown-with-counselor-alexis-worthen-ep-4 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:23 - Camp One Clap: Day 22 Trivia Tuesday Camp Quiz Clash Round Three with Camp Counselor Londe Gagnon Our third episode of Camp Speech and Debate Trivia features the epic showdown: Maile Williams vs. Josh Hansen, Round 3. For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-22-trivia-tuesday-camp-quiz-clash-round-three-with-camp-counselor-londe-gagnon Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's...

Send us Fan Mail 5:22 - Camp One Clap: Day 21 Counselor Campfire Chat with Camp Counselor Breanna Wollman For notes, links to Breanna's Oratory, and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-21-counselor-campfire-chat-with-sd-state-champ-in-oratory-breanna-wollman Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or re...

Send us Fan Mail 5:21 - Camp One Clap: Day 20 The Interp Survival Guide with Camp Counselor Izzy Garcia, Ep. 3 - Practice Habits (Survival Style) For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-20-interp-survival-guide-with-counselor-izzy-garcia-ep-3 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:20 - Camp One Clap: Day 19 Supplemental S'mores - Expository with NSDA Nationals Expository Finalist, Camp Counselor Solomon Henderson For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-19-supplemental-s-mores-expository-with-nationals-finalist-solomon-henderson Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you...

Send us Fan Mail 5:19 - Camp One Clap: Day 18 Croc Hiking with E-Z Platform starring Ella Goodman and Zcherina Villegas, Episode 3 For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-18-croc-hiking-with-e-z-platform-counselors-ella-e-and-zcherina-z-ep-3 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests f...

Send us Fan Mail 5:18 - Camp One Clap: Day 17 Troop Leader Talk with Camp Counselors Bailey Patterson, Marcus Viney, and Junebug Episode 3: Reaching the Summit For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-17-troop-leader-talk-with-counselors-bailey-patterson-and-marcus-viney-ep-3 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM I...

Send us Fan Mail 5:17 - Camp One Clap: Day 16 Capture the Congress Crown with Counselor Alexis Worthen, Ep. 3 - Speaking to Success For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-16-capture-the-congress-crown-with-counselor-alexis-worthen-ep-3 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for to...

Send us Fan Mail 5:16 - Camp One Clap: Day 15 Trivia Tuesday Camp Quiz Clash Round Two with Camp Counselor Londe Gagnon Our second episode of Camp Speech and Debate Trivia features the epic showdown: Hunter vs. Maile, Round 2. For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-15-trivia-tuesday-camp-quiz-clash-round-two-with-camp-counselor-londe-gagnon Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:15 - Camp One Clap: Day 14 Counselor Campfire Chat with Counselor Abiah George For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-14-counselor-campfire-chat-with-nsda-student-of-year-runner-up-abiah-george Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:14 - Camp One Clap: Day 13 The Interp Survival Guide with Camp Counselor Izzy Garcia, Ep. 2 - The School and the Round For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-13-interp-survival-guide-with-counselor-izzy-garcia-ep-2 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topi...

Send us Fan Mail 5:13 - Camp One Clap: Day 12 Camp One Clap Day 12: Supplemental S'mores - Extemp Commentary and Impromptu with Camp Counselor Clara Luzmoor For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or check out our ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:12 - Camp One Clap: Day 11 Croc Hiking with E-Z Platform starring Ella Goodman and Zcherina Villegas, Episode 2 For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-11-croc-hiking-with-e-z-platform-counselors-ella-e-and-zcherina-z-ep-2 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests f...

Send us Fan Mail 5:11 - Camp One Clap: Day 10 Troop Leader Talk with Camp Counselors Bailey Patterson, Marcus Viney, and Junebug Episode 2: Hitting the Bullseye For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-10-troop-leader-talk-with-counselors-bailey-patterson-and-marcus-viney-ep-2 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:10- Camp One Clap: Day 9 Capture the Congress Crown with Counselor Alexis Worthen, Ep. 2 - Definitions and Play-by-Plays For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-9-capture-the-congress-crown-with-counselor-alexis-worthen-ep-2 Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests...

Send us Fan Mail 5:9 - Camp One Clap: Day 8 Trivia Tuesday Camp Quiz Clash Round One with Camp Counselor Londe Gagnon Our first episode of Camp Speech and Debate Trivia features the epic showdown: Anna vs. Hunter, Round 1. For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-8-trivia-tuesday-camp-quiz-clash-round-one-with-camp-counselor-londe-gagnon Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series righ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:8 - Camp One Clap: Day 7 How to Cut a Script with Camp Counselor Izzy Garcia For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-7-counselor-campfire-chat-with-counselor-izzy-garcia-cutting-an-interp-script Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:7 - Camp One Clap: Day 6 The Interp Survival Guide with Camp Counselor Izzy Garcia, Ep. 1 - The Pre-Season For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-6-interp-survival-guide-with-counselor-izzy-garcia-ep-1-the-pre-season Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests for to...

Send us Fan Mail 5:6 - Camp One Clap: Day 5 Supplemental S'mores - Original Spoken Word Poetry with Camp Counselor Beau Annon For notes and details about this episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-5-supplemental-s-mores-original-spoken-word-poetry-with-counselor-beau-annon Watch Professor Graham and Kevin's ABC's of Debate series right here (new episodes all month): https://youtu.be/Z9av5O_I-kM If you have any ideas or requests ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:5 - Camp One Clap: Day 4 Croc Hiking with E-Z Platform starring Ella Goodman and Zcherina Villegas, Episode 1 For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-4-croc-hiking-with-e-z-platform-counselors-ella-e-and-zcherina-z-ep-1 If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or check out our blog and social media h...

Send us Fan Mail 5:4 - Camp One Clap: Day 3 Troop Leader Talk with Camp Counselors Bailey Patterson, Marcus Viney, and Junebug Episode 1: Acorns to Oaks For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-3-troop-leader-talk-with-counselors-bailey-patterson-and-marcus-viney-ep-1 If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or check o...

Send us Fan Mail 5:3 - Camp One Clap: Day 2 Capture the Congress Crown with Counselor Alexis Worthen, Episode 1: Choosing and Writing a Bill For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-2-capture-the-congress-crown-with-counselor-alexis-worthen If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or check out our blog and social media ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:2 - Camp One Clap: Day 1 Counselor Campfire Chat with 2023 NSDA National Champion in Expository Speaking - Josh Thompson! For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/camp-one-clap-day-1-counselor-campfire-chat-with-expository-nsda-national-champ-josh-thompson If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or check out our blog ...

Send us Fan Mail 5:1 - Camp One Clap: Day 1 Tune in for a Season Five update for One Clap Speech and Debate and Camp One Clap Orientation with host and Camp Director Lyle Wiley! For notes and details about the episode, check out the website here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/welcome-to-camp-one-clap If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or check out our blog and social media here: One...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 43 | Republicans Turn against McCarthy The Republican divide over the Speaker of the House raises questions about the integrity of the GOP to maintain its House control. T...

Send us Fan Mail 4:7 - In Season 4, One Clap continues the Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate Series. Today's episode features Zoey Pickett, NC superstar alum. Zoey revealed her secret love for Geography Club, talked about why she enjoys LD debaters, discussed the importance of continuing conversations about gender bias and women in leadership in our community, examined the similarities and differences between dance and speech and debate, and dropped hot tips for extemporaneous speak...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 42 | Musk Buys Twitter Elon Musk’s purchase of Twitter comes after controversy surrounding the purchase since April. Once the deal was made in October, business decisions h...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 41 | New Changes in Britain Britain has been struggling to keep power. After Boris Johnson’s resignation, the prime minister has changed twice. The Queen’s death has promot...

Send us Fan Mail 4:6 - In Season 4, One Clap continues the Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate Series. Today's episode is an interview with the tremendously talented Riverton High School alum, Carly Benn-Thornton. Carly talked about her 2022 NSDA Humor Semifinalist run, her Humor and interpretative journey in Speech and Debate, and the importance of encouraging and placing girls in Speech and Debate Leadership roles. For notes, a full transcript, and details about the episode, ...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 40 | Iranian Protests Citizens of Iran are pushing for change within the regime. The problem: There is a real uncertainty about whether the regime can change. Some speculat...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 39 | Monkeypox Outbreak The outbreak of monkeypox has started to make some countries concerned. The contamination across countries has led to the first known instances of t...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 38 | Prep for Midterms Primaries are completed across the U.S. Now, the question turns to which party will gain control of the House and the Senate? In this podcast, YuYu ...

Send us Fan Mail 4:5 - In Season 4, we are continuing the Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate Series here at One Clap Speech and Debate. Today's open discussion focuses on Being a Racial Minority and a Woman in Speech and Debate. It features three Wyoming Speech and Debate competitive community alumni: Leila Sandlin, Haley Lauze-Reyes, and YuYu Yuan. (Lyle is fighting a sinus infection, so his energy is a little low in this one!) For notes, a full transcript, and details...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 37 | Gun Reform One thing has been made evident about the events that have unfolded in 2022: there is some need to reform the United States’ gun laws. However, is it possi...

Send us Fan Mail 4:4 - Discussions about Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate continue to drive our Season 4 focus here on One Clap Speech and Debate. This episode features an interview with a true Speech and Debate celebrity - Ella Schnake, the 2019 NSDA Program Oral Interpretation National Champion! Ella graciously took time to drop by and discuss her Speech and Debate experiences, "Debate Like a Girl," the reality of Gender Bias in Speech and Debate, and the unfathomable joy o...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 36 | Roe is Overturned The overturn of Roe v. Wade was shocking to the political world. The Supreme Court’s legitimacy is now in question after a shocking reversal. In thi...

Send us Fan Mail 4:3 - Season Four of One Clap is moving along, and we continue to have discussions about Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate. Lyle had the special opportunity to interview award-winning director Lucia Small on this episode of the podcast. Lucia has been making acclaimed independent films for over 30 years, and she was gracious enough to discuss her new documentary, “Girl Talk.” For notes, a full transcript, and details about the episode, check out the web...

Send us Fan Mail 4:2 - Season Four of One Clap Speech and Debate continues with a series of episodes dedicated to discussions exploring equality in our life-changing activity - the Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate Series. Today we bring you part two of an open discussion on Gender Bias and Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate between five women leaders in our Wyoming Speech and Debate competitive community: Zoey Pickett, Carly Benn-Thornton, Camila Rivera, Dani Schulz, and Faith D...

Send us Fan Mail 4:1 - Welcome to the first episode of Season Four of One Clap Speech and Debate. We're kicking things off with a series of episodes dedicated to discussions about equality in our beloved activity - the Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate Series. Our first episode will be part one of an open discussion on Gender Bias and Seeking Equality in Speech and Debate between five women leaders in our Wyoming Speech and Debate competitive community: Zoey Pickett, Carly Ben...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Summer, everyone! Today, I'm going to share a quick podcast episode for some reflection on the past Speech and Debate season and some exciting information about the upcoming One Clap season. For notes and details about the episode, check out the website post here: https://www.oneclapspeechanddebate.com/post/get-ready-for-season-four-preview-and-announcements If you have any ideas or requests for topics to explore on the One Clap Podcast, shoot Lyle ...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. Ep. 35 - U.S. Healthcare System The complex nature of the United States’ healthcare system may seem normal to American citizens, but to other countries, it is a mess enta...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. Ep. 34 - Student Debt Crisis Isn’t it funny that colleges talk about the student debt crisis? If it is so bad, then why don’t colleges just fix it themselves? In this epis...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemporaneous speaking competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 33 | France's Presidential Election In late April 2022, France held a presidential rematch between Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen. The difference between the results of...

Send us Fan Mail We're back with a special episode of One Clap! Lyle is joined by Wyoming High School Forensics Association Hall of Famers, Jackson Hole Head Coach Londe Gagnon and Cheyenne East Head Coach Marcus Viney, to hype the 2022 National Speech and Debate Tournament in Louisville, Kentucky next week! What is most exciting about 2022 NSDA Nationals? In this podcast, Marcus, Londe, and Lyle talk about the things that they are most excited about for NSDA Nationals 2022 in Lo...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemp competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 32 | The Metaverse Description of Podcast While this episode is not conducted in virtual or augmented reality, it does explore a technological advancement that ought to be discussed. The ...

Send us Fan Mail Hey, Public Forum Debaters! Former University of Wyoming Debate assistant coach, former Team Wyoming head coach, and 2014 NSDA National Champion in Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Lawrence Zhou is once again back on Rock On! Debate. In this episode, Lawrence discusses the 2022 NSDA National Tournament Public Forum Debate Topic: The United States should establish a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement with Taiwan. Check out the website post for additional resources: &n...

Send us Fan Mail Hey, Lincoln-Douglas Debaters! Former University of Wyoming Debate assistant coach, former Team Wyoming head coach, and 2014 NSDA National Champion in Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Lawrence Zhou is back on Rock On! Debate. In this episode, Lawrence disses (spoiler: he's not a fan of this resolution) and discusses the 2022 NSDA National Tournament Lincoln-Douglas Debate Topic: Radicalism is preferable to incrementalism to achieve social justice. Check out the website p...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemp competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 31 | Critical Race Theory [with Lawrence Zhou] Description of Podcast One of the most controversial issues in America may have a different meaning than we had originally anticipated. In th...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemp competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 30 | “Don’t Say Gay” Bill [with Zoey Pickett] Description of Podcast Florida’s passing of the controversial Parental Rights in Education Act, or also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill, ha...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemp competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 29 | Fight for Kashmir Description of Podcast Kashmir’s region is a highly contested area based on cultural differences. There are existing problems between India and Pakistan, but China m...

Send us Fan Mail Hey, Public Forum Debaters! University of Wyoming Debate assistant coach, Team Wyoming head coach, and 2014 NSDA National Champion in Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Lawrence Zhou is once again donating his time and talents to guest host for this episode of Rock On! Debate. In this episode, Lawrence dotes upon (spoiler: he really loves this topic) and analyzes the 2022 April Public Forum Topic: Japan should revise Article 9 of its Constitution to develop offensive milita...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemp competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 2022 Wyoming Budget Session Description of Podcast National politics get so much attention nowadays that it is often the impact of state governments that is not discussed. Spencer Travis t...

Send us Fan Mail University of Wyoming Debate assistant coach, Team Wyoming head coach, 2014 NSDA National Champion in Lincoln-Douglas Debate, and scary floating ghost judge - Lawrence Zhou is back to guest host for this episode of Rock On! Debate. Lawrence arrived at the 2022 Wyoming State Tournament and then the Wind River District Tournament only to judge round after round of debates and various other events. He kept track of the feedback he gave debate competitors and noticed ...

Send us Fan Mail Today on Rock On Debate, we share a bite-sized episode put together by Jesse Thompson - former Speech and Debate coach and educator who has over ten years of experience teaching college-level Philosophy courses. Jesse has a Masters in Philosophy and Education, and has put up with Marcus Viney as a friend for over a decade (no small feat). He wants to help debaters avoid three common argumentative mistakes that he is seeing when he judges rounds. Check out the website p...

Send us Fan Mail Today on One Clap Speech Love, Whitney Brooks dropped in for a really fun and enlightening discussion. The three-year Cheyenne Central Senior and 2022 Wyoming State Champion Original Orator is the president of the talented Central squad that captured the 4A Wyoming State Championship trophy this season. In a previously aired Speech Spotlight episode, Whitney shared her conspiratorial oratory: “Down the Rabbit Hole.” In our conversation, Whitney discussed her Spee...

Send us Fan Mail University of Wyoming Debate assistant coach, Team Wyoming head coach, and 2014 NSDA National Champion in Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Lawrence Zhou is the guest host for this episode of Rock On! Debate. Lawrence arrived at the 2022 Wyoming State Tournament and then the Wind River District Tournament only to judge round after round of debates and various other events. He kept track of the feedback he gave competitors and noticed some trends. In this episode, Law...

Send us Fan Mail The Half Hour is a current events podcast designed with the intention of helping Extemp competitors (and other Speech and Debate members, as well as listening for the general public) understand the importance of political, social, or economical events on a domestic and international scale. 27 | 2022 State of the Union [with Adrian Graham] Description of Podcast This year was President Biden’s first State of the Union address. The issues brought up were designed to highlight ...

Send us Fan Mail Cheyenne Central Speech and Debate Senior and Team President, Whitney Brooks is here today to share her Original Oratory from last season on Speech Love. Whitney has been a Cheyenne Central Speech and Debate Competitor for three years. She is the 2022 Wyoming State Champion in Original Oratory, and a two-time National Qualifier in Oratory as well. The speech she shares today is from her 2021 season, and it is called: "Down the Rabbit Hole.” This cool speech ...