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Bo Seo is a journalist, author, and two-time world debating champion. Born in South Korea and raised in Australia, he has written for publications such as The Atlantic and The New York Times.
Known for: Good Arguments: How Debate Teaches Us to Listen and Be Heard
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Good Arguments: How Debate Teaches Us to Listen and Be Heard
In this book, Bo Seo, a two-time world debating champion, explores how the art of argument can help us communicate better, think more clearly, and bridge divides in an increasingly polarized world. Drawing from his experiences in competitive debate and journalism, Seo offers practical lessons on how to disagree productively and listen empathetically, showing that good arguments can strengthen relationships and communities.
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Early Experiences: Finding My Voice Through Debate
When I arrived in Australia as a child, I quickly learned that silence could be safer than misunderstanding. My English was limited, and each attempt to speak felt like exposing myself to error. Then one day, I discovered debate. To many, it seemed a strange remedy for shyness—standing up to argue b...
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The Nature of Argument: What Makes an Argument Good
We often think of arguments as verbal combat—a contest of domination where one side emerges triumphant and the other humiliated. Yet this view is both destructive and mistaken. A good argument is not driven by ego or aggression; it’s guided by curiosity and respect. In my world of competitive debate...
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About Bo Seo
Bo Seo is a journalist, author, and two-time world debating champion. Born in South Korea and raised in Australia, he has written for publications such as The Atlantic and The New York Times. Seo studied at Harvard and works on communication and public discourse, focusing on how argumentation can fo...
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Bo Seo is a journalist, author, and two-time world debating champion. Born in South Korea and raised in Australia, he has written for publications such as The Atlantic and The New York Times. Seo studied at Harvard and works on communication and public discourse, focusing on how argumentation can fo...
Bo Seo is a journalist, author, and two-time world debating champion. Born in South Korea and raised in Australia, he has written for publications such as The Atlantic and The New York Times. Seo studied at Harvard and works on communication and public discourse, focusing on how argumentation can foster understanding in modern society.
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Bo Seo is a journalist, author, and two-time world debating champion. Born in South Korea and raised in Australia, he has written for publications such as The Atlantic and The New York Times.
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