More Than Debate highlights the mission of the Boston Debate League (BDL) through conversations with members of the BDL community. Each episode gives listeners a behind the scenes look (or listen) at the programs and people propelling the organization toward new milestones and why…we are more than debate.

More Than Debate
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More Than Debate highlights the mission of the Boston Debate League (BDL) through conversations with members of the BDL community. Each episode gives listeners a behind the scenes look (or listen) at the programs and people propelling the organization toward new milestones and why…we are more than debate.
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Recent Episodes

June 10, 2026
The ROI of Debate
<p>What if one activity could completely rewrite a young person’s future?</p><p>In this episode of More Than Debate, we look beyond the trophies and practice rounds to explore the lifelong ROI of debate. It turns out, debate doesn't just teach students how to argue—it teaches them how to command a room, navigate the workforce, and lead with purpose. This episode features a conversation with:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Pam Reeve</strong> – Business Leader & Chair of The Women’s Edge Board</p></li><li><p><strong>Nikheel Dhekne</strong> – Director of Strategy and Operations at IBM & Co-Chair of the Boston Debate League Board</p></li></ul><p>👉 <strong>Hit play to discover how the Boston Debate League is empowering the next generation to lead.</strong></p><p>To learn more about Boston Debate League, visit <a href="www.bostondebate.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.bostondebate.org</a>.</p>

February 26, 2026
The Coach Effect
<p>Behind every empowered student and inspired educator is a coach who believed in their potential. At Boston Debate League, coaching is the thread that runs through everything we do — from After-School Debate to Resolved to Debate-Inspired Classrooms. Coaches don't just teach skills like critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. They unlock agency and transform learning environments. In this episode, we explore what we call The Coach Effect.</p><p>In this episode, we feature David Rivera, a debate coach and alum, Omega Roberts, a debate coach and debate-inspired educator, and Marisa Suescun, Managing Director of Programs at Boston Debate League. Learn more about Boston Debate League by visiting www.bostondebate.org.</p>

October 15, 2025
Innovating on Debate - en Español
<p>We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a special episode: "Innovating on Debate – en Español" . Tune in to discover how Boston Debate's Debate en Español is breaking barriers—giving Spanish-speaking students the tools to debate with confidence, build community, and excel academically. </p><p>This episode features Douglas Matute, Senior Director of Debate en Español; Marilú Alvarado-Hernandez; Gabriel Ponce Lemus, a Boston Debate Alum and current student at Suffolk University; and Sarah Sanchez, Director of Programs & Communications at the National Association for Urban Debate Leagues.</p><p><br />www.bostondebate.org</p>
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