Welcome to your Dinner Table Debates Daily Deep Dive where we explore real topics from our Dinner Table Debate decks and give you everything you need to debate, in under 10 minutes. Topic categories include: Philosophy, US Law, Global, Science, Economics, Society as well as categories from our collab deck with the Conversationalist: Hot Takes, Pop Culture, Mental Health, Environment, Education, and Politics. We cover both Agree & Disagree, as well as some history on the topic and additional ...
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MENTAL HEALTH: Therapy should be mandated by the government
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7:33How do you feel therapy is treated in the US? Do you feel like it’s easy to access and socially accepted? Compare that to living in Norway, where mental health services are seamlessly woven into public healthcare, ensuring every citizen has access regardless of income. Do you feel like therapy is critical for the health and happiness of a populatio…
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GLOBAL: Cultural treasures should be returned to their areas of origin
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7:38In the British Museum, visitors marvel at the Rosetta Stone, a priceless artifact that unlocked the secrets of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. Yet, its journey to London is steeped in controversy—taken by British forces after defeating Napoleon in Egypt. How do artifacts like this end up in far-off museums? Should cultural treasures remain in global …
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Do you ever catch yourself staring into the mirror, pondering life’s big questions? Like, why do I sometimes feel an existential void after binge-watching a whole season of a show in one night? Or, perhaps the biggest question of all: Do I have a soul? It’s one of those topics that has inspired everything from ancient philosophy to awkward late-nig…
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SCIENCE: There is no other intelligent life in the universe
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7:42For decades, Hollywood has been obsessed with the idea of intelligent life beyond Earth. Think of the drama of Independence Day, the wonder of Contact, or the mysteries of Arrival. But what if all these stories of alien civilizations are just humanity projecting its own hopes and fears onto the void? Despite the billions of stars and planets in the…
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ECONOMICS: We should institute a mandatory retirement age
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7:53At what age do you picture yourself sitting on a beach, sipping something refreshing, and finally enjoying retirement? Or maybe you’re one of those people who will never retire, working well into your golden years, driven by passion and purpose. But here’s the million-dollar question: Should society tell you when it’s time to clock out for good? Wh…
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US LAW: Limits to free speech are justified
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7:25Do you remember the last time someone said something so outrageous it left you questioning the boundaries of free speech? Maybe it was a viral tweet, a controversial protest, or a heated debate on campus. Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of democracy, but should it be absolute? Could society function better with some boundaries in place, or would…
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SOCIETY: School vouchers are beneficial to society
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7:53School vouchers are a highly debated topic, with arguments on both sides about their impact on society. These government-funded scholarships allow families to use public funds to pay for private school tuition, giving parents the freedom to choose where their children are educated. Proponents argue that vouchers empower parental choice, enabling fa…
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EDUCATION: Homework Should Not Be Required
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7:53When you think about the word "homework," what comes to mind? Maybe it’s late nights hunched over a desk, trying to solve math problems while your friends were outside. Or maybe it’s rushing to finish an assignment on the bus five minutes before class starts. Is homework really the best use of our time outside of school, or are we just holding onto…
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GLOBAL: Governments should protect their native languages
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7:49Did you know that there are over 7,000 languages worldwide, but more than half the world's population speaks only 23 of these languages? And about 40% of those languages are considered endangered, with only a few speakers left. Even more surprising, over the past century, it’s estimated that nearly 230 languages have gone extinct. While some langua…
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PHILOSOPHY: On balance, nostalgia causes more harm than good
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8:50Nostalgia: that warm, bittersweet feeling that can take you back to simpler times, like hearing an old song or flipping through childhood photos. But how does this yearning for the past affect us in the present? Does it inspire us or hold us back? Are we celebrating cherished memories or clinging to illusions that distort our understanding of today…
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SCIENCE: Genetically modified crops (GMOs) are the best way to feed the world
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8:38Walk into any grocery store, and you’re surrounded by them—genetically modified crops. From the corn in your chips to the soy in your plant-based milk, GMOs are deeply woven into our food systems. They’ve become so prevalent that nearly 70% of processed foods in the U.S. contain genetically modified ingredients. But what does that mean for the futu…
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ECONOMICS: Unions Have Done More Harm Than Good for the Average Worker
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7:41When you think about your job, what gives you security and a voice? Is it your personal achievements, the policies of your company, or something larger—like a union? On one hand, unions have fought for benefits many of us now take for granted, like weekends and workplace safety. But on the other, have they overstayed their welcome? Do unions now hi…
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US LAW: The US should implement term limits for all members of Congress
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8:06How long should one person hold the reins of power? Decades? A lifetime? Imagine a workplace where someone stays in the same position for over 50 years. Would that foster the innovation and insights someone can only get with really understanding the workplace or stifle fresh ideas that could be generated by a new perspective of a new employee? In t…
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SOCIETY: Websites and Social Media platforms should be held responsible for content that is posted on their sites
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8:44Every entrepreneur dreams of creating the next big website or social media platform. You imagine the excitement, the traffic, the growth—but do you also think about the darker side? What happens when your platform becomes a breeding ground for harmful content or misinformation? Should you be held accountable, or is it enough to just provide the too…
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ENVIRONMENT: All Cars Should Be Electric
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9:00Have you ever noticed how much time we spend on the road? From daily commutes to road trips, cars are at the heart of modern life here in the US. But as you sit in traffic, have you ever thought about the air you’re breathing? Or how the fuel in your tank impacts the world around us? With climate change on the rise and gas prices fluctuating, is it…
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ECONOMICS: Sales tax should be eliminated.
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10:00How would it feel if the cost of every purchase you make stayed exactly as advertised, without that familiar boost at checkout? Picture a shopping trip where you see a $50 price tag and pay exactly $50. Have you ever wondered what it would be like if we eliminated sales tax entirely? Welcome to your Dinner Table Debates Daily Deep Dive, where we ex…
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US LAW: Every state should have the right to independent nationhood (i.e., secession) if a majority of its members support it.
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8:25Is there a place that feels like home to you—a place where your culture, values, and experiences are truly understood? What if that place felt so different from the rest of your country that you and others wanted to stand on your own? Imagine a state where the people feel deeply that their priorities, lifestyle, and even beliefs about government do…
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GLOBAL: Affluent nations should accept more refugees.
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8:45How would you feel if your family’s safety depended entirely on the kindness of strangers in a distant land? Or if you knew your child’s future hinged on the willingness of another country to open its borders? These are not just hypothetical questions—they reflect the reality faced by millions of refugees every year. It’s a topic that challenges ou…
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PHILOSOPHY: It is impossible to ever be completely just.
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9:05When you think of justice, what comes to mind? Is it a fair trial, a system that treats everyone equally, or maybe even something as small as resolving a misunderstanding with a friend? Most of us want to believe that justice is attainable. But here’s the question: can any system, society, or even an individual, ever be completely fair and just? Ev…
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SCIENCE: Scientific research should prioritize the pursuit of reversing aging above all else.
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7:35What if you could live to see your great-great-grandchildren graduate? Or what if scientists discovered a way to keep your mind sharp and body youthful, no matter how many candles are on your birthday cake? Imagine a world where wrinkles fade, grey hair returns to its original color, and diseases associated with old age are a thing of the past. The…
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SOCIETY: All childhood education in the US should be equally funded regardless of location
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8:00Have you ever wondered why some schools have state-of-the-art facilities while others are struggling just to provide basic supplies? How many teachers do you know who are spending their own money to stock their classrooms? Or why a child's zip code can often predict how much they’ve learned in school? These questions touch on a debate that's been r…
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US LAW: When in conflict, the exact wording of the law should take priority over the spirit of the law.
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9:50Have you ever wondered what’s more important: the letter of the law, or the spirit behind it? Should judges stick strictly to the words written on the page, or consider the broader intention behind them? Welcome to your Dinner Table Debates Daily Deep Dive, where we explore real topics from our decks and give you everything you need to debate, in u…
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POLITICS: The voting age should be lowered to 16
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8:19How old were you when you first felt truly aware of the world around you—the politics, the issues, the community decisions? In many cases by 16, you’re already involved in so many decisions about your future. You might be driving, working a part-time job, and navigating big questions about career paths and life goals. But should 16-year-olds also h…
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GLOBAL: A lesser developed nation’s right to develop ought to take priority over its obligation to protect the environment
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8:16In 2019, Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro faced global criticism for allowing increased deforestation in the Amazon rainforest to boost economic development. Meanwhile, China's rapid industrialization over the past few decades has lifted millions out of poverty but at a severe environmental cost. These real-world scenarios highlight a crucial dile…
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PHILOSOPHY: It is ok to keep secrets.
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8:46You work for a large corporation and discover that they've been hiding dangerous safety issues in one of their products. You're living paycheck to paycheck, and if you blow the whistle, you could lose your job which would mean you couldn’t afford to support yourself anymore. But if you do stay quiet, innocent people could get hurt—or worse. Do you …
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