Debate Hub
This podcast discusses all things related to schools debating: setting up debate clubs, coaching, competitions, formats and more. Hosted by Michael Hepburn, a former competitive debater with 15 years coaching experience who is currently director of Debate Hub.
Debate Hub
The state of oracy part 1- education & politics
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Michael Hepburn
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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In this episode Kate & Michael talk about oracy education as it stands in the UK in 2026, as well as discussing how it affects our political understanding. In the second part we move on to talk about the confluence of social media, politics and oracy, and how good oracy education supports great journalism.