Voices in the Sky: Radio Debates

Voices in the Sky: Radio Debates offers readers a one-stop guide to developing radio debate programs. Part 1 takes readers step by step through the process of: 

• choosing formats
• recruiting and preparing debaters
• producing a radio debate series
• involving the audience in the debates
• distributing the debate programs

Part 2 is a training manual for radio debaters. It offers them basic information about debate and provides exercises that develop the skills these debaters need for success. Each chapter also includes useful resources debaters can use to improve their skills and deepen their understanding of formal debate. Topics include:

• Speaking techniques
• Making an argument
• Preparing and gathering information
• Building a case
• Attacking a case
• Cross-examination and questions

Alfred C. Snider is the Edward W. Lawrence Professor of Forensics at the University of Vermont.