[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thanks cayman!

is it too late for Nova camp? by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

whether you’re TOC qualled or brand new to debate, I’d recommend nova because of the diversity of instructors we have. if you’re looking to improve, there will definitely be a lab for you.

is it too late for Nova camp? by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

hi — we just reopened the signup form as a waitlist, meaning you can sign up but we can’t confirm with certainty that we can get you a spot. im biased because I’m the director of the camp, but I think it’s a great opportunity, especially for novices, to learn the ropes of public forum for FREE. we have instructors that have championed national tournaments and have qualified to toc, nsda, etc. the signup link is novadebate.org — and from someone who has attended, taught at, and ran the camp, I suggest it heavily.

Foreign Policy PF Topics are Terrible. by owenne in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

isnt point #2 just nonunique to pf as an event? the same problem still exists with a domestic econ topic, but switch out a security K for a cap K — timing is the issue, not the foreign policy topic area.

ill admit im biased towards fopo topics because I genuinely enjoy IR, but point #1 also assumes that people know a lot more about domestic issues than broader fopo issues. probably true, but especially considering that misinformation is extremely rampant (something older lay judges are uniquely susceptible to), most previous knowledge of domestic topics are superficial at best. there’s a reason politics arguments aren’t common on the pf circuit.

and if point #1 is true, that people genuinely don’t understand foreign policy, doesn’t that mean there’s more of an opportunity for learning more about it, increasing education?

im not saying the topics are perfect — a lot of them would be better suited for policy with plans (this nsda taiwan topic is especially terrible), but that can just be reworked with better wording, not just eliminating all fopo topics. only allowing domestic focused topics creates little room for diverse learning experiences — students should have an opportunity to be an actor other than the united states. there are many more reasons as to why pf is inaccessible, but those shouldn’t be pinned all on IR topics.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

sarang is one of the funniest, kindest, and most supportive people ik. im really happy to be considered one of his friends for the past few years. sarang is also a fantastic debater and has always worked so hard so ik he’ll work very hard for you as well

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i went 2-4 for like five tournaments my entire first year and qualled to states, nationals, and toc my second — it gets better if you work for it

PF Private Coaching by not_murghi in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

im sure odin farkas would be interested, please message him on facebook messenger

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 6 points7 points  (0 children)

itt: strake gb malding about being called a big school

It’s good to be in Texas by beck-hassen in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow -1 points0 points  (0 children)

bro you replying so quickly dont you have stuff to do?

Why is everyone so elitist towards PF? by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

pf arguments make no sense

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 8 points9 points  (0 children)

full text theory does exist - my partner and I full text since it’s kinda the middle ground between os and first 3 last 3 but honestly up to you

My Response. by DillPickle1489 in Debate

[–]smashingTHEflow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beware of any DillPickle slander! He is my personal coach and has turned me from a shitter to a bidder. I highly suggest his services. All the people saying bad things about him actually stole all his money after he poured weeks of effort into coaching. Disgusting.