DebateMath Podcast

Welcome to the DebateMath Podcast, the show where we’re redefining what it means to debate in mathematics & education, where multiple sides of ideas are explored, evidence matters, and we all grow and learn from hearing each other. We know the world–and our classrooms–are not binary. So we lean into the gray area in our discussions. We invite on guests with differing viewpoints on the way math is taught, and listen in as they debate with each other. Come dig into any debate, where we listen to learn, not to prove someone wrong, but to deepen our understanding.

DebateMath Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Chris Luzniak & Rob Baier, with 76 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Chris Luzniak & Rob Baier hosts DebateMath Podcast, a education show with 76 episodes published.

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  Episode #70

  Fast Break #9 - What is the Coolest Way to Solve a Ratio Problem?

  Aug 12, 20262 minS5

  Text us your thoughts! In this quick follow-up to last week’s episode, we invited our guest to model a short, fun classroom debate. In just a few minutes, you can hear a sample debate that captures the spirit of productive mathematical argumentation—thoughtful, curious, and includes reasoning. Tune in for a rapid-fire glimpse of what these debates can look like in action as we ask the question: What is the Coolest Way to Solve a Ratio Problem? You can find Tifin Calcagni via email: tifin@orlandomathcircle.org or solecist72@gmail.com or on LinkedIn! Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com . Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak . And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

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  Episode #69

  DebateMath Lesson #8 - Math Wrangles?

  Aug 6, 202638 minS5

  Text us your thoughts! As we kick off the back-to-school season, we wanted to spend some time exploring new ways to bring debate and argumentation into your math classroom. Last year, we shared a few discussion and debate routines to help get meaningful conversations started. This year, we’re taking things a step further by highlighting how brilliant educators are building deeper activities around mathematical argumentation and debate. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a routine called Math Wrangles . What are Math Wrangles? How do they work? And might teachers find them powerful for student thinking and discourse? Tune in as our guest walks us through the details in our Mini Lesson! You can find Tifin Calcagni via email: tifin@orlandomathcircle.org or solecist72@gmail.com or on LinkedIn! Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com . Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak . And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

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  Episode #68

  Fast Break #8 - What is the Best Way to Study for a Test?

  Jul 15, 20264 minS5

  Text us your thoughts! In this quick follow-up to last week’s episode, we invited our guests to model a short, fun classroom debate. In just a few minutes, you can hear a sample debate that captures the spirit of productive mathematical argumentation—thoughtful, curious, and includes reasoning. Tune in for a rapid-fire glimpse of what these debates can look like in action as we ask the question: What is the Best Way to Study for a Test? You can contact Rev. Jessica Solomon via email: signal@jessicasolomon.co You can find Nigel Nisbet via the website STmath.com or on his blog: Visual First Math Be sure to check out Jessica’s article Has ‘Brain-Based’ Education Gone Too Far? Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com . Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak . And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

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  Episode #67

  Hot Seat #13 - Does Math Education Over-Rely on Brain Research?

  Jul 9, 202654 minS5

  Text us your thoughts! You’ve probably heard it before—claims about how the brain learns best or teaching moves justified by neuroscience. These ideas have shaped classrooms, professional development, and even policy. But here’s the question we’re asking today: Have we gone too far? In this Hot Seat, we’re joined by two guests who will be arguing that math education over-relies on brain-based research—and that this reliance may actually be limiting how we think about teaching, learning, and students themselves. So let’s dive into the debate with this resolution: Math Education Over-Relies on Brain Research. You can contact Rev. Jessica Solomon via email: signal@jessicasolomon.co You can find Nigel Nisbet via the website STmath.com or on his blog: Visual First Math Be sure to check out Jessica’s article Has ‘Brain-Based’ Education Gone Too Far? Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com . Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak . And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

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  Episode #66

  Fast Break #7 - Bar Graphs or Pie Charts?

  Jun 24, 20263 minS5

  Text us your thoughts! In this quick follow-up to last week’s episode, we invited our guest (Deborah) to model a short, fun classroom debate. In just a few minutes, you can hear a sample debate that captures the spirit of productive mathematical argumentation. Tune in for a rapid-fire glimpse of what these debates can look like in action as we ask the question: Which is better: bar graphs or pie charts? You can find Dr. Deborah Peart Crayton on social media: @mathersgonnamath Check out her website: MathersGonnaMath.com Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com . Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak . And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

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