The Forensics Experience

Thank you for listening! ⁠Instagram⁠ TikTok  YouTube In this episode, we talk to Jeremy Tardy about his life and how it was influenced through Speech and Debate! Jeremy's Bio Follow Jeremy on IG. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY WEEK! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forensicsexperience/message

Thank you for listening to The Forensics Experience. Your listenership means a lot to me, and for those that have told me this in person as they have seen me around tournaments it inspires me to make more episodes But running a podcast is no easy task If I want to accomplish my goal of releasing weekly episodes, I need to allocate time that mimics close to a full-time job which is why I need your support. By contributing as little as 99 cents a month on the Spotify for Podcasters platform, you can help ensure that "The Forensics Experience" continues to bring you the best content possible. So if you love speech and debate and want to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings as I interview notable people in the community, please consider supporting my podcast today. Thank you for listening!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forensicsexperience/support ⁠Instagram⁠ TikTok  YouTube Buy Me A Coffee In this episode, we talk to Anthony about his impact in the Speech and Debate community through Chicago Debates! Anthony's Bio: Anthony Bolden is the Executive Director for Chicago Debates. He works strategically and collaboratively with his staff to lead the organization's development and program implementation, ensuring Chicago youth maintain access to the life-changing activity of debate. Anthony believes that through the power of education and mentorship, young people are given the tools to build the life of their dreams. Anthony is a Chicago Urban League and University of Chicago Booth School of Business IMPACT Leadership Development Fellow Alum and a Forefront Educational Equity Fellow Alum. He is a highly sought-after speaker and facilitator. He has traveled extensively domestically and internationally, motivating emerging professionals to find their purpose and pursue their goals with boldness. Anthony received a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies with a concentration in Community Development from Oakwood University (HBCU) and a Graduate Certification in Nonprofit Management from North Park University. Follow Anthony on IG & Follow Chicago Debates If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY month! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forensicsexperience/support

Before you get lost in this episode; If you have ever enjoyed any of my content or you feel that it may have provided you value in any way, I would appreciate it if you were willing to Buy Me A Coffee. Your support helps me get to a point where I can dedicate my efforts to making Speech and Debate the most equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive activity EVER full time. Even If you can't support financially, sharing my content and/or following me on every platform is just as important. Here are the links to my social media: TikTok YouTube Instagram Buy Me A Coffee In this episode, we talk about Inclusivity in Speech and Debate for the blind. As well as our asynchronous Speech tournament that will focus on Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility for all! 5% of All proceeds will be donated to The American Council of the Blind ! GREGG, I NEED A BIO! Anyway, If you want to contact ask Gregg any questions, his IG is linked here: https://www.instagram.com/blindgregg/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY month! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! I just wanted to say if you are interested in seeing the video version of this episode, you can become a member on Buy Me A Coffee! If you have ever enjoyed any of my content or you feel that it may have provided you value in any way, I would appreciate it if you were willing to Buy Me A Coffee. Your support helps me get to a point where I can dedicate my efforts to making Speech and Debate the most equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive activity EVER full time. Even If you can't support financially, sharing my content and/or following me on every platform is just as important. Here are the links to my social media: TikTok YouTube Instagram Buy Me A Coffee This episode will seriously have you laughing out loud the entire time, no cap! Bios coming soon! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY month! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in this episode; If you have ever enjoyed any of my content or you feel that it may have provided you value in any way, I would appreciate it if you were willing to Buy Me A Coffee. Your support helps me get to a point where I can dedicate my efforts to making Speech and Debate the most equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive activity EVER full time. Even If you can't support financially, sharing my content and/or following me on every platform is just as important. Here are the links to my social media: TikTok YouTube Instagram Buy Me A Coffee In this episode, I meet a new great friend! Jon's Bio: My name is Jonathan Tabuzo and I did high school forensics for 3 years. I was speech and debate captain for the last year. My main events were original oratory and humorous interpretation. Speech and debate taught me so much more than public speaking skills. It gave me the confidence to promote myself on job interviews and be a leader in my career. If you want to contact Jon or ask questions, his IG is linked here: https://www.instagram.com/jon_tabuzo/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY month! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in this episode; If you have ever enjoyed any of my content or you feel that it may have provided you value in any way, I would appreciate it if you were willing to Buy Me A Coffee. Your support helps me get to a point where I can dedicate my efforts to making Speech and Debate the most equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive activity EVER full time. Even If you can't support financially, sharing my content and/or following me on every platform is just as important. Here are the links to my social media: TikTok YouTube Instagram Buy Me A Coffee In this episode, we talk about Olivia's experience with Speech and Debate. Also, CONGRESS! Liv's Bio: Olivia Pasquerella competed in Congressional Debate all four years of high school at Loyola School in NYC, serving as the Captain of Speech & Debate in their junior and senior years. They championed the 2020 Princeton Classic, the 2021 Catholic National Tournament, the 2021 and 2022 New York State Forensics League Championship, the 2021 University of Kentucky Season Opener, the 2021 Villager St. Joseph's University National Tournament, and the 2022 NY Chaminade Invitational. Next fall, Olivia will attend Harvard to study philosophy and sociology. Outside of debate, they enjoy basketball, volleyball, political volunteering, reading, and biking. If you want to contact ask Liv questions, her IG is linked here: https://www.instagram.com/livpasq/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY month! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in this episode; If you have ever enjoyed any of my content or you feel that it may have provided you value in any way, I would appreciate it if you were willing to Buy Me A Coffee. Your support helps me get to a point where I can dedicate my efforts to making Speech and Debate the most equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive activity EVER full time. Even If you can't support financially, sharing my content and/or following me on every platform is just as important. Here are the links to my social media: TikTok YouTube Instagram Buy Me A Coffee In this episode, We discuss scope of Speech and Debate for women in Oklahoma. Morgan Russell's (Feminist 4N6) Bio: Morgan Russell (she/her) is in her 3rd year as the Norman North High School debate coach. She's lucky enough to get to work in the same West OK district she competed in with the coaches she looked up to. Morgan loves getting to guide so many debaters in using their voice, and hopes to continue to show how impactful Oklahoma forensics is on a national scale. You can keep up with her @feminist4n6 on Instagram and Tik Tok! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY month! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

OMG! You could have heard this episode a while ago! If you enjoy my content, you should consider becoming a member on my Patreon, I post both early and exclusive content there that can't be accessed anywhere else! For less than a Starbucks drink a month, you can help me spread the word and gain more listeners than ever! Your support means the world to me: https://www.patreon.com/Theforensicsguy In this episode, we talk with Trenton and learn about his commitment to Speech and Debate through MC Speech... Enjoy! Trenton's Bio: Trenton Cressy is the Co-founder of MC Speech, an afterschool enrichment and coaching company offering speech & debate, mock trial, and public speaking training and competition opportunities to students in elementary, middle, and high school in Los Angeles, Pasadena, Glendale, and other schools and districts throughout California. MC Speech is committed to preparing students as leaders of the future. In order to overcome the unique challenges this generation faces, their programs build students' mastery of three key elements of communication: research, organization, and presentation. MC Speech equips students to think deeply about the world's issues, understand conflicting perspectives, and make a positive difference in their community. For more information, visit www.mc-speech.com Trenton has been mentoring students in critical thinking and public speaking as a professional teacher and coach for over ten years, teaching group classes, coaching individual competitors, writing debate textbooks, training coaches, directing tournaments, and supporting schools building their own forensics programs. He has coached and written curricula for events including Mock Trial, Public Forum, Team Policy, Lincoln Douglas, Parliamentary Debate formats, Individual Events including Humorous Interp, Dramatic Interp, Duo Interp, Expository, Persuasive, Original Oratory, Impromptu, Extemp, and more. He also enjoys teaching writing, playing music with friends, and exploring California's mountains, valleys, and beaches. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Sunday-ish! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

OMG! You could have heard this episode a while ago! If you enjoy my content, you should consider becoming a member on my Patreon, I post both early and exclusive content there that can't be accessed anywhere else! For less than a Starbucks drink a month, you can help me spread the word and gain more listeners than ever! Your support means the world to me: https://www.patreon.com/Theforensicsguy In this episode, we talk about my old favorite, Wisconsin Forensics!... Enjoy! Sarah's Bio: My name is Sarah and I've been coaching Forensics since 2018! I coach for my former high school, Brookfield Central, in Brookfield, Wisconsin. As a former participant of the activity, I have a great passion for the speech community. I love helping students develop important skills that they will use for the rest of their lives. If you want to contact Sarah or ask questions, her IG is linked here: https://www.instagram.com/sarahxnevs/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Sunday-ish! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we just laugh, this is way different than what I thought it was! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday-ish! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about Isabel and her dedication to creating a much more accessible Speech and Debate! Isabel's Bio: Isabel Mavrides-Calderon is a 16 year old disability rights activist. She advocates for civil rights, policy change, anti-ableism and access for the disabled community. She is also an orator on the speech circuit and loves public speaking in and out of speech and debate. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY-ish Wednesday --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about Triumph Debate and their dedication to Speech and Debate! You can Learn all about them at https://triumphdebate.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY-ish Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we are graced with the presence of a Hall of Fame member, his insight is truly spectacular! About Robert: Robert Cannon is a National Forensics Association Hall of Fame member, who has been involved in the speech and debate community since 1993. After setting several state high school records in Tennessee, he attended Southern Illinois University, where he double-majored in Film & Photography. In 2009, Cannon became a national champion in Informative Speaking National Forensics Association, and was a top 10 speaker at the American Forensics Association. After earning a master's degree in 2011, Cannon began teaching at Glendale Community College and Wilshire Academy. He is president of the Southern California Junior Forensics League and a founding member of National Online Forensics. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we meet Jenny Lorenzo and learn of hilarious and amazing Speech and Debate Experience. About Jenny: Jenny Lorenzo is a Cuban-American actor, writer and content creator, born and raised in Miami, who is known for her work on We Are Mitú and is one of the original co-founders of BuzzFeed's Pero Like. Jenny became a viral sensation with her beloved Abuela character that has garnered millions of views online along with her relatable, Latino-based content seen through the comedic and nostalgic lens of a 1st generation Cuban-American. In other words, living in the hyphen. She was nominated for a Tecla Award in 2017 for "Best Content Creator for a Digital Network” and won "Best Character" for Abuela at the Tecla Awards 2018 and “Creator of the Year” at the Tecla Awards 2019. In 2017, Lorenzo was a participant in the Women in Comedy program at YouTube Space LA in partnership with Elizabeth Banks and WhoHaHa. She was selected out of 12 women for the program and then chosen to be personally mentored by Elizabeth, herself. In 2018, Jenny consistently sold out her first SPANK show at Upright Citizen's Brigade called, "Wow! Que Show!" along with her comedy pals known as the Chonga Girls. She graduated from Miami-Dade College (Kendall) with a degree in Theatre-Arts and then double-majored in Motion Pictures and Theatre-Arts the University of Miami. While there, she was the head-writer for their award-winning college comedy show, Off the Wire. A few years later, she moved from Miami to Los Angeles to kick start her career as an actor and content creator. Since going solo to focus on her own content last year, Jenny has since developed 6 new characters that are being very well received on her platforms and has worked with various brands such as Amazon, Netflix, DiGiorno, and Avengers: Infinity War to name a few. She now has a podcast called Hyphenated with comedian, Joanna Hausmann, and co-hosts alongside Andre Meadows for the official Disney+ YouTube channel called, What's Up, Disney+! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday and sometimes Sunday :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we meet Rachel West, one of the best Debate coaches in Florida! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday and sometimes Sunday :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Be patient my friends, I am up to some exciting new things. This summer is the start of something new!

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we meet Ann Marie Baines and learn of her impact on the Speech and Debate community through "The Practice Space"! About The Practice Space (From the website): We are a non-profit organization for youth and adults in the Bay Area to help people speak in a clear, engaging way that represents who they are and what they care about. We offer camps, school-based programs, private lessons, and organizational trainings that help practice communication skills. Our programs help people of all ages be authentic, inspire positive change, address social anxieties, and feel connected to others. Through guided instruction and coaching, we provide a fun and safe place to be creative, express voices, and listen to stories. Learn more at www.practice-space.org If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday and sometimes Sunday :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we meet the amazing Kaia Pierce and talk a bit about Texas! Alex's Bio: My name is Alex Erickson and I am a film student in Los Angeles. I competed in speech all four years of high school in MN, medaling twice in Duo and Humor and finaling at NatQuals. I then coached for two years before leaving for college this past year. You can find Alex on major social media platforms @alex.erickson3 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, I update you on EVERYTHING! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in your podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Sunday and Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we meet the amazing Kaia Pierce and talk a bit about Texas! Kaia's Bio: Kaia Pierce is a senior highschool Speech and Debate captain, who competes in DI, POI, Duo, and Duet. She has competed at the annual Texas Forensics Associate State tournament for all of these events where she semi-finaled in duet two years in a row Along with speech she also participates in theater arts. Throughout this past year, she has gained over 40k followers on Tik Tok for promoting confidence and female empowerment. Next year she will be pursuing a degree in Business Administration from either DePaul, NYU, or USC in class of 2025. You can find Kaia on major social media platforms @Kaiapierce If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we talk Forensics and Cosplay! Gotta love 'em both! Kurohoshimi's Bio: Andrew is a highschool senior who participates in many hobbies and school activities. This includes public forum debate, forensics, and cosplay. You can find Kurohoshimi on major social media platforms @Kurohoshimi If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about William Son! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, I'm just excitedly reminiscing about Forensics with Kalen Allen! Kalen's Bio: At just 25 years old, award-nominated actor, producer, singer, and television personality Kalen Allen has catapulted into the mainstream media, reaching millions of people worldwide across his social media platforms and through his content online. Discovered in 2018 by renowned talk show host Ellen DeGeneres, Allen first made a name for himself through his hilarious “Kalen Reacts” videos, giving colorful and witty commentary on culinary concoctions online. It was one of these videos that caught the attention of Ellen, and he was invited to appear on the show. Ellen knew she had found something special in Allen, and offered him an opportunity to collaborate and produce content for her digital platforms. Today, Allen holds a regular guest spot on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and often takes his trademark wide-brimmed red hat and infectious personality to high-profile events, such as the Billboard Music Awards and the MTV Video Music Awards as Ellen's correspondent. He also has his own weekly digital news series, “OMKalen,” where he gives one-of-a-kind commentary on hot topics and trending stories of the week. Allen also appears as a judge in the Food Network's newest baking competition series, “Cakealikes.” The series premiered on Discovery's new streaming service, discovery+ on January 4, 2021. On the digital front, Allen's videos boast an impressive 600+ million views across all Ellen platforms and is growing by the day. His work has also earned him a plethora of award nominations, including a Model D Award win for Best Host in a Web Series or Channel in 2018, and another for Best Celebrity Integration in a Web Series or Channel in 2019. He was also a finalist in the Best Weekly Unscripted Series and Best Use of a Digital Influencer in a Web Series categories for Model D, and was nominated for Best YouTube Comedian at the 2019 Shorty Awards. He was recently honored with the Social Influencer Award at Better Brothers Los Angeles 2019 Truth Awards and an Honoree at the 2020 Webby Awards. In film, Allen made his feature film acting debut in Seth Rogen's "An American Pickle” for HBO Max. Based on the 2013 New Yorker novella “Sell-Out,” the comedy follows an immigrant worker at a pickle factory that is accidentally preserved for 100 years and wakes up in modernday Brooklyn. The film, which also stars Maya Erskine (“Insecure”) and Sarah Snook (“Succession”), is directed by Brandon Trost ("The Disaster Artist") and premiered on August 6, 2020. While Allen continues to entertain on screen, he recently made his music debut with the release of his holiday album, “For Christmas Sake!” Featuring tracks with MJ Rodriguez (“Pose”) and Alex Newell (“Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist”), the EP soared to the Top 10 holiday charts upon its release in December 2020. Originally from Kansas City, Allen attended Temple University in Philadelphia and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre. He has a big place in his heart for charity, and actively supports The Point Foundation, which empowers aspiring LGBTQ+ individuals to achieve their full academic and leadership potential. He currently resides in the Los Angeles area. You can find Ginger on major social media platforms @Thekalenallen If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, I'm just gabbin' with Ginger down memory lane! Gotta love Speech and Debate! Ginger's Bio: Ginger is an American actor, improviser, writer, and director. She is best known for her debut role in the comedy 'Ted.' The half-Filipino and half-Dutch actor has been trained at renowned improvisation theaters, such as 'The Groundlings' and 'The Second City,' and has performed live at various comedy venues in Los Angeles. Ginger is a national-level debater and impromptu speaker. She has also been part of some prominent TV projects. She has appeared in TV series such as 'The Morning After,' 'Legit,' 'Angel from Hell,' and 'I'm Dying Up Here.' She was cast opposite actor Jim Carrey in the TV series 'Kidding.' Ginger made her directorial debut with the short film 'Your Day,' which was screened at various film festivals. You can find Ginger on major social media platforms @Gingerthejester If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about the amazing and talented Maria Thayer and how Forensics got her to where she is now! Maria's Bio: Maria Christina Thayer is an American actress and comedian. She first earned public recognition for her portrayal of Tammi Littlenut on the cult series Strangers with Candy in 1999. Thayer has also had supporting roles in the comedy films such as Hitch, Accepted, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall. She is a true friend of The Forensics Community! You can find Maria Thayer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariathayer/ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about Thaddeus Baker! Thaddeus's Bio: Thaddeus is a High School senior this year who has competed in Forensics since his freshman year. Since then, he has competed in Dramatic Interpretation and Duo Interpretation, and has loved every minute spent competing. You can find Thaddeus on Tik Tok @daddeusbaker and on Instagram @thaddeusbaker.21 If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about Beyond Resolved and their dedication to advocacy for marginalized groups in Speech and Debate! You can Learn all about them at beyond-resolved.org If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn all about Debatetrack and their commitment to Public Forum Debate education and Resources. You can Learn all about the at Debatetrack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it 5 stars in the podcast app and subscribe as new episodes will be here EVERY Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we learn more about Nathaniel Fair and his impact on the Speech and Debate community through Debating Youth! If you like the episode consider rating it 5 stars and subscribe! New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we talk about the confines of Debate and sooo much more! To Learn more about George Lee Jr. Check him out at https://georgeleespeaks.com If you like the episode consider rating it 5 stars and subscribe! New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

PLEASE excuse the technical difficulties in the beginning, I'm not sure why my mic sounded that way. Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we profile a past Forensicator, (One of my old students) :) Katrina's Bio: Coming Soon New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we profile a past Forensicator, (One of my old students) :) Bera's Bio: Bera Demirbilek is a competitor in both speech and debate who was most involved in: Public Forum Debate, Congressional Debate, and Extemporaneous Speaking. This year, he won the Wisconsin State Public Forum Debate tournament and also won the Wisconsin State Congressional Debate tournament. Furthermore, in 2019, Bera placed 4th place in Extemporaneous Speaking state-wide. He has won several local tournaments in Wisconsin throughout his four years of competing. Due to his vast experience in a variety of speaking events, Bera qualified to NSDA and NCFL nationals in multiple categories multiple times over his speech and debate career. Finally, he was elected as a debate and speech captain for Brookfield East High School for the last 3 years. In the fall, Bera will be attending Stanford University as a part of the class of 2024. He will be studying Computer Science, Management Science and Engineering, Neuroscience, Economics, or Public Policy. If you like the episode consider rating it 5 stars and subscribe! New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we **** about *** while understanding ****** (Trigger Warning) Deven's Bio: Deven Cooper is the Director of Debate at CSU Long Beach, where he coaches multiple formats of intercollegiate debate, including Policy, Parliamentary, IPDA, and Lincoln-Douglas. Cooper was the Cross-Examination Debate Association National Champion in 2008, a finalist at the 2009 Cross-Examination Debate Association National Championship, and a quarter-finalist at the 2009 National Debate Tournament while he attended Towson University. Prior to arriving at CSU Long Beach, Cooper obtained a Master of Arts in Communication Studies at CSU Fullerton while coaching debate, qualifying several teams to the National Debate Tournament and late elimination rounds at national tournaments. Subsequently, Cooper became the Director of Debate at Fresno State University, where he coached the first all-black female Policy Debate team in the school's history to reach the Sweet 16 of the National Debate Tournament. If you like the episode consider rating it 5 stars and subscribe! New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we TikTok! Gosimmie's Bio: My name is Simmuel Curry, I'm known as gosimmie. I have a following of 2.7 million on tiktok and I'm a father of one. I did forensics in high school . Mainly duo interpretation and dramatic interpretation. I currently live in Tennessee. New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we are discussing guns, police and their relationship to Speech and Debate (Trigger Warning) New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Before you get lost in the episode, please consider supporting the podcast and helping me create more episodes, You can support with as little as $0.99 Cents a month, your support means the world to me: https://anchor.fm/forensicsexperience... In this episode, we are coming up with new rules! #BLACKLIVESMATTER Adesuwa's Bio: Miss Adesuwa Omoruyi has served as the Director of Forensics at Alief Taylor High School in Houston, Texas for 6 years, and currently coaches all HS events (Debate and IEs). Miss Omoruyi has produced a number of State Finalists and National Qualifiers, and consistently encourages and motivates her students to be more than good, awesome, or amazing.. they must be UNDENIABLE, and student success has reflected this mindset in both a competitive setting and in the classroom. In addition to her work with students, Miss Omoruyi has also served colleagues in various roles within the Texas Speech Communication Association, served as chairperson and on committees within the University Interscholastic League (UIL) and the Texas Forensics Association (TFA), hosted National Coaches Clinics and led the African American / Black Coaches Caucus discussion at the NSDA National Tournament. She has also served as the Host Site Director during TFA State 2019, one of the largest Speech and Debate contests in the United States. New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I just wanted to vent a bit... You can catch new episodes every Wednesday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss the existence of college Speech and Debate and the differences from the high school sector. Michael's Bio: Dr. Michael Eisenstadt took the position as Assistant Professor and Director of Forensics at CSU Long Beach in 2018. Since then, he has helped qualify more than a dozen students to the National Forensic Association National Championship and two policy debate teams to the National Debate Tournament – CSULB's first qualification since 2005. Under his leadership, Beach Forensics has received multiple awards, including the 2019 Desiree Odekirk Outstanding Service Award from the Cross-Examination Debate Association, the 2019 and 2020 Volunteer Service Award from the Los Angeles Metropolitan Debate League, and the 2020 National Public Debate Award from CEDA. Eisenstadt's mission is to grow and sustain a full-service intercollegiate forensics program, premised on community building, access, and connecting the practices of argumentation and advocacy to public life. Generally speaking, Eisenstadt's scholarly interests lie in the areas of public argumentation, political campaign debates, and the rhetorical form of social movement. Overall, with the help of the rest of an amazing coaching staff and the hard work of the team's outstanding students, Eisenstadt hopes that Beach Forensics will consistently be one of the most competitive speech and debate programs in America. New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss potential careers that stem from speech and Debate and more with this award winning TedX speaker! Deano's Bio: Deano Pape is assistant director of speech and debate for Simpson College of Iowa. He also serves as a membership specialist for the National Speech & Debate Association and as curriculum coordinator for the public speaking and argumentation division of the Harvard Debate Council Summer Workshops. Prior to Simpson and full-time work with the NSDA, Deano was director of forensics for Ripon College of Wisconsin. New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we literally try to solve mental health problems while I subtly call out the Speech and Debate community. Katie's Bio: Katie is a first year out from Santa Monica, CA, where she competed at the Brentwood School for 4 years in LD. Her junior and senior years she broke at almost every tournament she attended, reaching two bid rounds her senior year at Greenhill and College Prep. She was a quarterfinalist at the California state championship, and was 10th place at NSDA nationals 2019. As a debater, Katie specialized in identity politics arguments about disability and queerness and postmodernism kritiks. She has always been very open about her identity as a queer woman who struggles with mental illness. As she puts it, she strove to focus on “fostering inclusivity in the space around accepting one's vulnerability and identity.” As a coach, she likes to work with debaters who share a similar goal. She now attends Smith College and is majoring in Government and Statistics. New episodes every Wednesday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we talk about leagues being on one accord, what should constitute as approved literature for speech and we tackle effective judging for all. Adam's Bio For more than two decades, Adam Jacobi has worked in the fields of communication and theatre education, as well as public relations, government affairs and politics. As Executive Director of the Wisconsin High School Forensic Association, he coordinates contests, programming, outreach, operations, and governance of one of the country's oldest state activities associations. In 2018, he was elected to the Board of Directors of the National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA), and appointed as Section 4 representative to the Speech, Debate, and Theatre Committee of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). He also serves as Congressional Debate Curriculum Coordinator for the Harvard Debate Council. Jacobi previously was Programs & Education Coordinator for the NSDA where he coordinated development of an international public speaking and debating curriculum that he helped implement in the People's Republic of China, where he taught for a semester (fall 2013). He also coached forensics and taught Public Speaking at Ripon College. For 11 years, Jacobi directed the speech and debate program at Rufus King International School in Milwaukee, WI, where he coached several state and national champions and finalists and also volunteered with several professional organizations in leadership roles. An author of several books, articles and guides, Mr. Jacobi has also led several professional development sessions, as well as academic presentations on the benefits of speech, debate, and theatre education. New episodes every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss urban districts in Speech and Debate, and figure out a way to get more coaches to take the leap and coach! Carrie's Bio: Carrie Baker Jackson started coaching forensics in 2000 and over the last 20 years has coached at private, suburban and urban schools. She serves as the Milwaukee Archdiocese Catholic Forensics League director and led a team of local coaches that hosted the NCFL Grand National Tournament last spring. She also serves on the Southern Wisconsin National Speech and Debate Association Committee. Baker Jackson teaches at Ronald Reagan College Preparatory High School in Milwaukee Public Schools, where she developed the IB Theatre Program. In addition to coaching forensics, Baker Jackson oversees the Theatre Program at Reagan IB HS, directing the Reagan Fall One Acts and co-directing the Reagan Musical. Baker Jackson loves teaching theatre and coaching forensics because “our young people need to be given a voice and these activities provide them a platform.” New episodes every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we discuss the qualities of a national champion and how concerned we should be with that title anyway! Iain's Bio: Iain Lampert is one of the foremost high school public speaking educators in America. He earned his B.A. in Political Science from UCLA, his M.A. in Education and Human Development from the George Washington University, and his Certification in Advanced Education Leadership from Harvard University. He is in the process of attaining a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Vanderbilt University. He is the founder and director of forensics at Valley International Prep High School in California. Iain is a lifelong advocate for Speech and Debate; he has founded eight teams, coached winners of over 6,000 individual awards (in addition to over 1,000 individual championships, including multiple state and national champions), received the National Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the activity, and currently serves as chairman of the West Los Angeles district of the National Speech and Debate Association and director of publicity for the California High School Speech Association. Iain's students are the only team in the history of Southern California to earn the National Speech and Debate Association's Outstanding Distinction team award. In 2019, his team won sweepstakes at the Tournament of Champions. He's coached NSDA national semifinalists, finalists, and champions in Public Forum Debate, Original Oratory, Dramatic Interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, Programmed Oral Interpretation, Congress, International Extemp, National Extemp, Storytelling, Expository, Commentary, and Impromptu Speaking. During his college years, he won the American Mock Trial Association's national championship twice. Iain loves improv, musical theater, trivia, nature walks, and wearing fake glasses to make himself look more intelligent. New episodes every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we figure out how we can give every student a chance to do Speech and Debate! Becky's Bio: Becky is a creative writing professor with Southern New Hampshire University and the director of novice debate for Fort Atkinson high school. She is spearheading diversity and inclusion issues with the Wisconsin Debate Coaches Association. You can hear her and her husband regularly on their own Poetry Professor Podcast available wherever you get your podcast content. New episodes every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we search for ways to promote Forensics to students/coaches of color. Ernest's Bio: Ernest Chomicki, Born and raised in Milwaukee, WI, the son of a crazy African American father and an even CRAZIER Sicilian Polish mother. A proud product of the Milwaukee Public School system and have coached successfully at Bradley Tech HS since graduating from there in the year 2000. He obtained his Bachelor's Degree from Marquette University in 2004 and works as a 3rd shift chemist at Sigma Aldrich in order to coach in the daytime. He has coached students to elimination rounds at the NIETOC, NCFL, NAUDL and NSDA National tournaments., as well as had 4 state champions, many State finalist and semifinalists. His students have gone onto Emory, Georgia State University, Marquette University, UW- Milwaukee, MATC, and various other institutions of higher learning. New episodes every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we get to hear advice from a very successful midwest coach! As I briefly mentioned in the show notes of the last episode, Next week the format of the episodes will be changing to more of a discussion style instead of interview. New Episodes Every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we learn a bit from one of the greatest coaches of all time- Don Crabtree! To support future episodes and further discussion, check out "The Forensics Guy" on Patreon. (P.S. This and next episode was supposed to release last month but with moving across the country, things were pushed back, expect more consistent episodes after...) New Episodes Every Monday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app