Down To Debate

In this episode of Down to Debate, Christine and Abigail dive into the art of vacations—what they mean, how we approach them, and how to make them truly fulfilling. First, guests Ashley and Alida square off on whether the ideal getaway is a beach resort or a European city. Later, Kayla and Piotr take on the question of whether working out belongs on your itinerary or should stay back at home. From...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Down to Debate, Christina and Abigail take a delicious dive into the world of cooking and kitchen dynamics. Joined by strategists Kimberly, Whitney, Holly, and Kat, they explore two mouthwatering debates. First, the age-old question: "You cook, I clean"—is it the ultimate recipe for harmony or an outdated compromise? Then, they tackle the battle of the recipe: A...

In this episode of Down to Debate, Christina and Abigail delve into the ever-complex world of parenting with a lively discussion featuring four insightful guests. From debating whether teenagers should hold jobs before graduating high school to tackling the age-old question of whether children should be paid for household chores, this episode is packed with fresh perspectives and thoughtful argume...

In this episode of Down to Debate, Christine and guest co-host Sydney, and guests from across the globe, examine the role of laws we take as long-standing givens. First, guests Jose and Katherine tackle whether speed limits are a necessary safeguard or an unnecessary constraint. Later, Ellie and Máximo join to debate whether the U.S. legal drinking age should remain at 21 or be lowered to 18. From...

In this episode, hosts Christine and Abigail explore the power of music alongside guests Tonja, Ariel, Christine, and Rachel, they dive into two intriguing debates on the impact of song covers on original artists and the pros and cons of tech-free concerts. Does covering a song pay homage to the original or steal its thunder? And are device-free concerts enhancing our musical experience or taking...

00:00 – Introduction to the Debate 01:09 – Exploring Social Etiquette 04:14 – Meet Abhishek and Elisabeth 09:43 – Debate 1: Is It Okay to Drop By Unannounced? 22:33 – Final Discussion on Debate #1 23:36 – Meet Steve and John 26:46 – Debate 2: Should You Bring a Gift When the Invite Says "No Gifts"? 41:02 – Final Discussion on Debate #2 and Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Christine and Abigail are joined by guests Rosie and James to delve into the quintessential romantic gesture: flowers on a first date. Is said gesture romantic or just plain creepy? With strong opinions on both sides, this spirited discussion explores the evolution of romance in today’s world, and how tradition might not always hold up in modern dating. Later, Anna and Charlie join the conversatio...

In this week’s episode of Down to Debate, Christine and Abigail, along with guests John and Moey, Michele, and Jaylen take on one of life’s most exhausting topics—sleep! Whether you're a morning lark or a night owl, you’ll find plenty to think about as the debaters argue over which group is truly more productive and discuss how our individual daily routines shape our success. The guests then explo...

In this week’s episode of Down To Debate, Christine and Abigail dive into the complexities of personal hygiene—specifically, the polarizing topic of body odor and the age-old question of whether daily showering is really necessary. Joined by strategists Courtney and Kim in the first half, the debate takes a compassionate turn as the guests tackle whether you should tell a close friend they have bo...

In this episode of Up for Debate, hosts Christine and Abigail, along with special guests Mariana,Whitney, Jon and Hailey, tackle one of humanity's oldest obsessions—the supernatural. From debating whether aliens have already visited Earth to exploring why we're so fascinated by the unknown, this lively discussion challenges our assumptions and takes some unexpected turns. Plus, the group dives int...

On this episode of Down To Debate, host Christine Olivas joins guest co-host Sydney Brehm to discuss divisive topics about pets. From debating the fairness of airline pet fees with strategists Dan O. and Dan P. to exploring who is the more annoying faction of pet owners—cat or dog—with Delmy and Sunny, the episode delves into the deep connections we form with our pets and the lengths we go to acco...

Christine and Abigail are joined by Megha, Calandra, and two Andrews to dive into heated debates around beloved and contentious food topics. They first tackle whether Fettuccine Alfredo can truly be considered an authentic Italian dish, discussing culinary traditions and American adaptations. The conversation heats up in the second debate as we take on whether or not food expiration dates are legi...

In this debut episode of Down To Debate, hosts Christine and Abigail are joined by guests Andrew, Austin, Caroline, and Kim-Minh, who are paired to debate topics related to digital behaviors - leaning into how our day-to-day choices around technology affect us, and those around us. Down To Debate is brought to you by No Single Individual—an agency partner dedicated to propelling the future of work...