The Debaters

by CBC

<p>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.</p>

Are jeans the best pants? And is food delivery easier than ever?
Jun 5, 2025 – 00:38:15
Is maple syrup superior to honey? And is nothing more fun than a sleepover?
May 29, 2025 – 00:38:36
Which is better: Plastic or paper? And are you nobody until somebody hates you?
May 22, 2025 – 00:35:21
Should you raise your family in Winnipeg? And is compromise the best solution?
May 15, 2025 – 00:37:42
Does nothing beat a day at the ballpark? And is Toronto the worst city in Canada to commute in?
May 8, 2025 – 00:37:06
Do butter tarts beat Nanaimo bars? And is there no shame in quitting?
Apr 24, 2025 – 00:35:10
Shh! Is silence golden? Does a smoothie make a meal?
Apr 17, 2025 – 00:36:33
Do billionaires have it harder than millionaires? And is there always something happening in Barrie, Ontario?
Apr 10, 2025 – 00:34:24
Gulp, we're going there - should Canada be the 51st state?
Apr 3, 2025 – 00:27:46
Are rings better than bracelets? And is it always great to be a trailblazer?
Mar 27, 2025 – 00:35:46
Should Americans move to the Maritimes? And does going to the dentist rule?
Mar 13, 2025 – 00:27:35
Should we all do pottery? And love lineups?
Mar 6, 2025 – 00:34:36
Virtual Meetings vs. In-Person Meetings & Volunteering
Feb 27, 2025 – 00:33:03
Children vs. Parents: Who is Smarter? & Talent Shows
Feb 20, 2025 – 00:35:12
Breakup Songs & Hard Rock Cafe
Feb 13, 2025 – 00:35:32
Hawkins Cheezies & Conspiracy Theories
Jan 30, 2025 – 00:35:14
Fake Meat & Scuba Diving
Jan 23, 2025 – 00:27:35
Baby Showers & Winter in Alberta
Jan 9, 2025 – 00:33:51
Canada's National Anthem & Everything Happens for a Reason
Jan 2, 2025 – 00:35:56
Left vs. Right & Christmas Markets
Dec 12, 2024 – 00:35:22
Pickup Trucks & The Customer is Always Right
Dec 5, 2024 – 00:37:20
Move for Love & Jack of All Trades vs. Master of One
Nov 28, 2024 – 00:37:33
Never Hold a Grudge & Kitchen Party vs. Shed Party
Nov 21, 2024 – 00:35:41
Wine Appreciation & E-Bikes and E-Scooters
Nov 7, 2024 – 00:27:35
It’s Not Okay to Ignore the News & Windows vs. Doors
Oct 31, 2024 – 00:36:59
Butter vs. Margarine & Newfoundland Time Zone
Oct 17, 2024 – 00:35:55
Boston Pizza & Long Weekends
Oct 10, 2024 – 00:35:36
Kids on Social Media & Stripes vs. Polka Dots
Oct 3, 2024 – 00:34:38
Staycations & Partner with More Success
Sep 26, 2024 – 00:38:39
Audiobooks vs. Books & The Ballet
Sep 19, 2024 – 00:34:39
The Debaters Introduces: Personal Best Season 3
Sep 16, 2024 – 00:39:18
Atlantic Ocean vs. Pacific Ocean & Growing Up Poor
Sep 12, 2024 – 00:38:03
Coke vs. Pepsi & Family Doctors
Sep 5, 2024 – 00:36:43
Day at the Beach & Mosquitoes
Jun 13, 2024 – 00:34:52

Recent Reviews

Je Suis Pamplemousse

A show so funny the world stops for a laugh.

I first listened to the Debaters while deployed to Afghanistan. The Canadian Air Forces were flying me all around in their choppers, and after one grueling mission, the Debaters was playing in the hangar. I laughed so much I actually forgot about the past 72 hours for a bit. That's the highest praise I can give. A show so funny the world stops for a laugh. Extremely grateful to all involved, the host(s), the writers, and the many audiences
EdmondsKat

Such levity :)

Makes me soooo happy
L o l.!

Best one yet

I love how funny the Debaters are they all act like family
Safari Jaeger

So glad The Debaters is a pod cast

I’ve enjoyed The Debaters since I used to listen to it on CFN (Canadian Forces Network) while stationed at Geilenkirchen. It’s good comedy, great laughs, refreshing, and no where as negative as NPR’s excuse for comedy.
Ohio rizzler um what the sigma

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣omg

So funny they had me rolling on the floor breaking stuff and almost choking on a chicken nugget so funny omg I can’t get over the jokes.
so super duper funny

Omg this is so funny all episodes are the best I will listen in the car and at home it is so funny

So funny
S. Koziol

Glorious ‘Radio Days’

This show harkens back to the glorious CBC radio days of the early 1980s and the Royal Canadian Air Farce. (My university days in Montreal) I am so lucky I can get this via the Internet - Dear Canada thank you for your brilliant contributions to humor.
Listen Really Listen

A unique delight of Canadian humour!

There is no other show like this. The funniest stuff ever. Thanks from a grateful American.
webbsk

Try it! It's hilarious!

Ridiculously funny. Makes me homesick and proud at the same time.
Paulcat87

Excellent Entertainment

The Debaters take a light approach to arguments. The pros and cons are all artfully crafted to tease out the funniest shades of a topic without being too corny, (for the most part). Thoroughly enjoyable and sometimes even side-splitting. Worth a subscription!