Dan defends: Online Platforms should moderate and control content posted by their users.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS:1. Even when your conversation partner describes the popular view, ask them to be specific about their opinion and perspective, so that you’re engaging with their beliefs, rather than their observation of the beliefs of others. 2. Don’t lose your sense of curiosity or wonder, even in difficult conversations. Continue asking WHY and for reasons behind the explanation, until you believe your conversation partner has described why they find something to be helpful or unhelpful.Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Dan defends: Online Platforms should moderate and control content posted by their users. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS: 1. Even when your conversation partner describes the popular view, ask them to be specific about their opinion and perspective, so that you’re engaging with their beliefs, rather than their observation of the beliefs of others. 2. Don’t lose your sense of curiosity or wonder, even in difficult conversations. Continue asking WHY and for reasons behind the explanation, until you believe your conversation partner has described why they find something to be helpful or unhelpful. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

062 - Should Free Speech be Unlimited Online?

Chris defends: The US should reduce the size of its military.Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Chris defends: The US should reduce the size of its military. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

061 - Should the US Decrease the Size of It's Military? 

Jeanne defends: Masks should be required in public schools.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS:1.) Be willing and ready to ask your conversation partner a hypothetical, so that you can better understand how far down the line of possible scenarios their position extends.Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Jeanne defends: Masks should be required in public schools. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS: 1.) Be willing and ready to ask your conversation partner a hypothetical, so that you can better understand how far down the line of possible scenarios their position extends. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

060 - Must Kids in Public School Wear Masks?

Ramin defends: The US should send more aid to Ukraine and impose stricter sanctions.Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Ramin defends: The US should send more aid to Ukraine and impose stricter sanctions. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

059 - Should the US Provide Military Support to Ukraine?

Brendan defends: No one should donate to animal-related charitiesPRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS:1. As you state your support or lack of support for conversation partner’s hypothetical scenarios, state your position, but don’t be afraid to offer the reason for and context about your position.   2. If you reference a body of knowledge outside the conversation, summarize what it teaches before moving on, so that your conversation partner feels included and is able to understand your points following your reference to those learnings. Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Brendan defends: No one should donate to animal-related charities PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS: 1. As you state your support or lack of support for conversation partner’s hypothetical scenarios, state your position, but don’t be afraid to offer the reason for and context about your position. 2. If you reference a body of knowledge outside the conversation, summarize what it teaches before moving on, so that your conversation partner feels included and is able to understand your points following your reference to those learnings. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

058 - Should We Donate to Animal Related Charities?

Angela defends: Married couples should have separate bank accounts. Reach out: questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Angela defends: Married couples should have separate bank accounts. Reach out: questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

057 - Should Married Couples Have Separate Bank Accounts?

Mike and Nick debate whether Bitcoin will last or whether it is a fad. 1: Defining your terms and its sub-terms and factors is critical to understanding between conversation partners. 2: Responding clearly to each of your partner’s points is a great way to keep ideas organized. 3: Every once in a while, summarize what you think your conversation partner is saying, and check with them, before moving on, that they are in fact saying what you think they’re saying. 4: Honestly acknowledge vulnerabilities in your position and resist the temptation to imply that you have a perfect or comprehensive response to every argument advanced. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Mike and Nick debate whether Bitcoin will last or whether it is a fad. 1: Defining your terms and its sub-terms and factors is critical to understanding between conversation partners. 2: Responding clearly to each of your partner’s points is a great way to keep ideas organized. 3: Every once in a while, summarize what you think your conversation partner is saying, and check with them, before moving on, that they are in fact saying what you think they’re saying. 4: Honestly acknowledge vulnerabilities in your position and resist the temptation to imply that you have a perfect or comprehensive response to every argument advanced. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

056 - [DEBATE] Will Bitcoin Last or Is it a Fad?

This special, bonus episode was recorded live, the evening of the 2020 presidential election in the U.S. It's more of a conversation, than a cross-exam. Much was left unsaid. Comments: call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

This special, bonus episode was recorded live, the evening of the 2020 presidential election in the U.S. It's more of a conversation, than a cross-exam. Much was left unsaid. Comments: call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts! questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

BONUS - What Does It Mean to be a Racist?

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BONUS - Did Trump Respond to COVID Well?

Andrew defends: Twitter should not ban political ads. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Use phrases like “I can’t prove this” and “I may be wrong” before asserting your facts or conclusions. 2. Acknowledge that you don’t always have a perfect, airtight argument. Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Andrew defends: Twitter should not ban political ads. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Use phrases like “I can’t prove this” and “I may be wrong” before asserting your facts or conclusions. 2. Acknowledge that you don’t always have a perfect, airtight argument. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

055 - Should Twitter Ban Political Ads?

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022 - Should Everyone Eat a Vegetarian Diet?

Jessica Defends: Interactive Services and Companies that help to facilitate online sex trafficking should not be protected by the 1 Amendment right to freedom of speech. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS--&gt; Don't be too quick to run to the flagpole of "freedom of speech" when you are frustrated in an argument. Consider whether there are competing concerns for freedom or safety that might make the right to freedom of speech less important. call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!

Jessica Defends: Interactive Services and Companies that help to facilitate online sex trafficking should not be protected by the 1 Amendment right to freedom of speech. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS --&gt; Don't be too quick to run to the flagpole of "freedom of speech" when you are frustrated in an argument. Consider whether there are competing concerns for freedom or safety that might make the right to freedom of speech less important. call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!

029 - Should Free Speech on the Web Be Absolute?

Marden defends: Anti-Vaxxers Are Making the World More Dangerous.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Even when someone is unwilling to take our suggestion, respect their right to disagree with you, educate them on what you believe to be the consequences of their choice, and generously invite them to return in the future, if they would ever need your services or further information in the future. 2. When our conversation incorrectly summarizes our words or mischaracterizes our statements, try to avoid being defense, aggressive, or condescending about them misquoting you, and instead reach for generous, kind and forgiving language, like what Marden used when he said, “Ah no, I didn’t quite say that.”Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Marden defends: Anti-Vaxxers Are Making the World More Dangerous. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Even when someone is unwilling to take our suggestion, respect their right to disagree with you, educate them on what you believe to be the consequences of their choice, and generously invite them to return in the future, if they would ever need your services or further information in the future. 2. When our conversation incorrectly summarizes our words or mischaracterizes our statements, try to avoid being defense, aggressive, or condescending about them misquoting you, and instead reach for generous, kind and forgiving language, like what Marden used when he said, “Ah no, I didn’t quite say that.” Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

047 - Are Anti-Vaxxers Making the World More Dangerous?

Rich defends: A four-year bachelor degree is a right and should be paid for by the government.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. If you are arguing that something is a right, try to be precise about where that right comes from. 2. Mirror the language your opponent uses back at them.3. Identify and mention larger problems that need to be solved on the way to implementing your solution.

Rich defends: A four-year bachelor degree is a right and should be paid for by the government. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. If you are arguing that something is a right, try to be precise about where that right comes from. 2. Mirror the language your opponent uses back at them. 3. Identify and mention larger problems that need to be solved on the way to implementing your solution.

013 - Is Attending College a Right?

Felicity defends: Bike Helmets Should Be Required by Law.Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Felicity defends: Bike Helmets Should Be Required by Law. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

036  - Should Bike Helmets Be Required?

Marc defends: Physician-assisted suicide should not be legal. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Define terms both within and implied by your argument. 2. Don’t suggest things are wildly different from one another when they are in fact, more closely related. 3. Answer the question asked, without trying to give a new speech. 4. Before attacking it, summarize the argument of your opponent.

Marc defends: Physician-assisted suicide should not be legal. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Define terms both within and implied by your argument. 2. Don’t suggest things are wildly different from one another when they are in fact, more closely related. 3. Answer the question asked, without trying to give a new speech. 4. Before attacking it, summarize the argument of your opponent.

015 - Legalize Physician-Assisted Suicide?

Ashley defends: Kids under 16 should not have privacy online. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. When you mention something specific in conversation, take a moment to verify that your conversation partner is as familiar with that thing as you are. If they are not, generously explain it, rather than rushing past it and assuming they know it. 2. When you answer a hypothetical question that extends your argument even further, don’t be afraid to qualify your YES/NO that adds nuance and specificity to your answer, if there are some situations in which your answer just wouldn’t apply.

Ashley defends: Kids under 16 should not have privacy online. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. When you mention something specific in conversation, take a moment to verify that your conversation partner is as familiar with that thing as you are. If they are not, generously explain it, rather than rushing past it and assuming they know it. 2. When you answer a hypothetical question that extends your argument even further, don’t be afraid to qualify your YES/NO that adds nuance and specificity to your answer, if there are some situations in which your answer just wouldn’t apply.

048 - Should Kids Have Any Right to Privacy Online?

Bob defends: Limiting America's access to firearms will not make America safer. Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB (request to JOIN)

Bob defends: Limiting America's access to firearms will not make America safer. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB (request to JOIN)

027 - Will Tighter Gun Control Make America Safer?

Colleen defends: Christians should be willing to vote for pro-choice candidates. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Just because something is described as "semantics", don't write it off as not worth discussing. 2. Be brave and be willing to say that something is not black and white - then describe how it's nuanced. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Colleen defends: Christians should be willing to vote for pro-choice candidates. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Just because something is described as "semantics", don't write it off as not worth discussing. 2. Be brave and be willing to say that something is not black and white - then describe how it's nuanced. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

040 - Should Abortion Define How Christians Vote?

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Joel defends: Men must lead households in Christian families. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Don’t be afraid to acknowledge when the reality of what you're arguing for has gone poorly in practice. 2. Consider your argument from the shoes of the person on the opposite side of the issue as you, and try to imagine how they might feel when they hear your position advanced. 3. When your conversation partner is advocating one solution or policy for a given situation, ask them to imagine how others solve that same problem, without adopting their proposed solution. 4. When the proposal being advanced feels limiting or potentially stifling, turn the tables on your conversation partner by asking how they would feel if that proposal were imposed on members of their own family. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Joel defends: Men must lead households in Christian families. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Don’t be afraid to acknowledge when the reality of what you're arguing for has gone poorly in practice. 2. Consider your argument from the shoes of the person on the opposite side of the issue as you, and try to imagine how they might feel when they hear your position advanced. 3. When your conversation partner is advocating one solution or policy for a given situation, ask them to imagine how others solve that same problem, without adopting their proposed solution. 4. When the proposal being advanced feels limiting or potentially stifling, turn the tables on your conversation partner by asking how they would feel if that proposal were imposed on members of their own family. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

045 - Must Men Lead Households in Christian Families?

Michael defends: Players should be permitted to kneel during the national anthem. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Provide facts that might support your opposition – since good arguments is not about a great quantity of facts, but using the consequences of those facts more persuasively. 2. Don’t be afraid to bring up uncomfortable moments in your life, as a way of helping your listener understand and empathize with you.3. Keep in mind that the First Amendment is only relevant if the Government is threatening to impinge on your freedom of speech. Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

Michael defends: Players should be permitted to kneel during the national anthem. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Provide facts that might support your opposition – since good arguments is not about a great quantity of facts, but using the consequences of those facts more persuasively. 2. Don’t be afraid to bring up uncomfortable moments in your life, as a way of helping your listener understand and empathize with you. 3. Keep in mind that the First Amendment is only relevant if the Government is threatening to impinge on your freedom of speech. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB

033 - Should Players Be Permitted to Kneel During the National Anthem?

Chris defends: Stocking up on supplies prior to and during a crisis should be illegal.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. If your conversation partner only offers criticisms with no proposed solution, insist that they at least sketch out, in broad strokes, a potential solution to the problem identified. 2. Acknowledge that your conversation partner may have already answered your question, and then confirm that you understand their argument thus far, before asking your next question.  3. Use your conversation partner’s source of data as you present them with tough questions.Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Chris defends: Stocking up on supplies prior to and during a crisis should be illegal. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. If your conversation partner only offers criticisms with no proposed solution, insist that they at least sketch out, in broad strokes, a potential solution to the problem identified. 2. Acknowledge that your conversation partner may have already answered your question, and then confirm that you understand their argument thus far, before asking your next question. 3. Use your conversation partner’s source of data as you present them with tough questions. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

051 - Should Stocking Up on Supplies Prior to a Crisis Be Illegal?

Sara defends: Death is not a problem that needs fixing. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Respond to your opponent honestly, even when your response surprises you.2. Respectfully acknowledge the principles and values held by your opposition, while indicating why you prioritize them differently.3. Own your position, even when confronted with extreme examples.Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB (request to JOIN)

Sara defends: Death is not a problem that needs fixing. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Respond to your opponent honestly, even when your response surprises you. 2. Respectfully acknowledge the principles and values held by your opposition, while indicating why you prioritize them differently. 3. Own your position, even when confronted with extreme examples. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB (request to JOIN)

016 - Is Death a Problem?

William defends: There should be no minimum voting age. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Re-engage with the same question if it hasn’t been answered. Bonus points for finding a respectful and thoughtful way to do that.2. Avoid cutting one another off. 3. Ask just a single question at a time

William defends: There should be no minimum voting age. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Re-engage with the same question if it hasn’t been answered. Bonus points for finding a respectful and thoughtful way to do that. 2. Avoid cutting one another off. 3. Ask just a single question at a time

018 - Should Children Be Allowed to Vote?

Mark defends: Driverless cars should not be widely implemented.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. When there’s no way for either speaker can be factually right or wrong, just let go of the point and shift gears to a new point. 2. Try to identify before your disagreement or early on during the conversation what some of the biggest fundamental questions and issues are.3. Do you best to be present to your opponent so you can actively listen and soak up their words.4. Ask for clarification of the question, to avoid answering a question that wasn’t asked.

Mark defends: Driverless cars should not be widely implemented. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. When there’s no way for either speaker can be factually right or wrong, just let go of the point and shift gears to a new point. 2. Try to identify before your disagreement or early on during the conversation what some of the biggest fundamental questions and issues are. 3. Do you best to be present to your opponent so you can actively listen and soak up their words. 4. Ask for clarification of the question, to avoid answering a question that wasn’t asked.

012 - Should Cars Have Drivers?

Stephanie and Antony debate this question. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Pause at times to take stock of where both sides are in the disagreement, note common ground, and then identify areas of sharper disagreement to address. 2. Asking tough questions is one of the strongest tools available to advance the conversation and to alert your conversation partner that there’s something important you want them to address or resolve. Sometimes asking all your questions at once, when they’re fresh in your mind, can also clue your partner in to where you mind is leading the conversation. 3. These words signal that you’re listening, and ensure that you understand your conversation partner: “Correct me if I’m wrong, but what I heard you say is…”Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Stephanie and Antony debate this question. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Pause at times to take stock of where both sides are in the disagreement, note common ground, and then identify areas of sharper disagreement to address. 2. Asking tough questions is one of the strongest tools available to advance the conversation and to alert your conversation partner that there’s something important you want them to address or resolve. Sometimes asking all your questions at once, when they’re fresh in your mind, can also clue your partner in to where you mind is leading the conversation. 3. These words signal that you’re listening, and ensure that you understand your conversation partner: “Correct me if I’m wrong, but what I heard you say is…” Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

042 - Must Airlines Permit Emotional Support Animals to Fly?

Chris Tatem

Chris Tatem is interviewed by Jeshua from the Joshua D. Noel podcast. In this interview, Chris shares his thoughts on life and his motivations for creating Cross Examined Life. call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!

Chris Tatem is interviewed by Jeshua from the Joshua D. Noel podcast. In this interview, Chris shares his thoughts on life and his motivations for creating Cross Examined Life. call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!

035 - Behind the Scenes with Chris Tatem

Ryan defends: The Govt Should Screen our Kids' Mental Health Each Year. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Repeat the other person’s explanation in your own words. This not ensures that you’re beginning from common definitions, but it’s respectfully, because it shows the other person you are hearing and understand them. 2. After providing your more detailed explanation with nuance, come back to the original question, ask yourself whether or not you’ve fully answered it, and if, on balance, the answer to the question asked was one way or another, indicate that. 3. Resist the temptation to call one more question your “last” or “final question.” Simply ask it, then re-evaluate the need for additional questions. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeSignup for updates at www.crossexaminedlife.com

Ryan defends: The Govt Should Screen our Kids' Mental Health Each Year. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Repeat the other person’s explanation in your own words. This not ensures that you’re beginning from common definitions, but it’s respectfully, because it shows the other person you are hearing and understand them. 2. After providing your more detailed explanation with nuance, come back to the original question, ask yourself whether or not you’ve fully answered it, and if, on balance, the answer to the question asked was one way or another, indicate that. 3. Resist the temptation to call one more question your “last” or “final question.” Simply ask it, then re-evaluate the need for additional questions. Get in touch! 1-307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB: <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Signup for updates at <a href="http://www.crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.crossexaminedlife.com</a>

041 - Should the Govt Screen our Kid’s Mental Health?

The 4,000 individuals walking to the US through Mexico have the right to apply for Asylum and have their claims fairly considered – on the basis of due process. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. In presenting your position, give the audience a broad outline of your various points. Then, go back and fill in the details underlying each point. Finally, remind the audience what you told them. 2. Make sure you understand the question well, clarifying if necessary, before providing an answer. 3. After your answer, check in with your memory to make sure you answered the Q that was asked. If you did not; admit you didn’t answer the question, then tackle it head on. If needed, ask for further clarifications before answering. 4. Ask for space to think through a question. If someone asks for it, without criticism, grant space for someone to think through your question, or issue presented, out loud.

The 4,000 individuals walking to the US through Mexico have the right to apply for Asylum and have their claims fairly considered – on the basis of due process. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. In presenting your position, give the audience a broad outline of your various points. Then, go back and fill in the details underlying each point. Finally, remind the audience what you told them. 2. Make sure you understand the question well, clarifying if necessary, before providing an answer. 3. After your answer, check in with your memory to make sure you answered the Q that was asked. If you did not; admit you didn’t answer the question, then tackle it head on. If needed, ask for further clarifications before answering. 4. Ask for space to think through a question. If someone asks for it, without criticism, grant space for someone to think through your question, or issue presented, out loud.

039 - Caravan or Caminata - Should We Limit Asylum Claims?

Rob defends: Many human rights do not exist. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS1. Clarify definitions of uncommon words or foundational terms at the beginning of your argument. 2. Don’t take laws or Supreme Court decisions for granted. 3. Try to employ hypothetical questions, even if they present absurd scenarios, to test the foundational beliefs of the person with whom you’re arguing. Get in touch!call or text (+1) 307-240-9190questions@crossexaminedlife.comcrossexaminedlife.com facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlifeTweet us: @CELpodcastInsta: @crossexaminedlifeKeep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!

Rob defends: Many human rights do not exist. PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY TIPS 1. Clarify definitions of uncommon words or foundational terms at the beginning of your argument. 2. Don’t take laws or Supreme Court decisions for granted. 3. Try to employ hypothetical questions, even if they present absurd scenarios, to test the foundational beliefs of the person with whom you’re arguing. Get in touch! call or text (+1) 307-240-9190 questions@crossexaminedlife.com <a href="http://crossexaminedlife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">crossexaminedlife.com</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/groups/crossexaminedlife</a> Tweet us: @CELpodcast Insta: @crossexaminedlife Keep the debate going in the Cross Examined Life Community on FB call or text 307-240-9190 to let Chris know your thoughts!

037 - Can Human Rights Exist?

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