We live in a world of “fake news”, viral misinformation, and polarised opinions. In all that noise, forming your own perspective can be challenging but The Big Debate is here to help. Written by journalist and broadcaster Mishal Husain, this is a toolkit for the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and truth-seekers.

Imagine being a person who can walk into any room, stay calm under pressure, and pull apart an argument without raising your voice. In this audiobook, you’ll explore the history of debating, the science of persuasion, and the art of argument. You'll learn how to negotiate, influence, and stand your ground with the most powerful tool you own: your mind.

The Big Debate ensures that when you speak, people actually listen. It teaches you how to change the world one conversation at a time.

Mishal Husain hosts the global interview podcast and is Editor-at-Large at Bloomberg Weekend. Her conversations have included Elon Musk, Shonda Rhimes, and Prime Ministers Mark Carney and Keir Starmer.

She worked for BBC television covering news bulletins, royal events, and UK election debates. Mishal has presented documentaries on topics such as Malala Yousafzai and Mahatma Gandhi. She has also written two best-selling books. Mishal won the Charles Wheeler Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Journalism in 2024 and in 2025 delivered Oxford University’s prestigious annual Romanes Lecture.

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