Fresh thinking

The Pioneers journal.

Practical writing on debate, public speaking, journalism, poetry and the leadership habits that come from competing seriously at a young age.

The structure behind arguments that hold up under cross-examination.

Rebuttal is a skill, not an instinct — here's how to train it.

The recurring errors that cost rounds, and how to fix each one.

A repeatable process for building evidence before a tournament.

What experienced debaters do differently in the final minute.

Practical techniques for the minutes before you take the floor.

A simple framework that holds up for any audience or occasion.

Breath and posture drills that carry your voice without straining it.

What your hands, feet and eyes are saying while you talk.