NORTHWEST WISCONSIN — The February episode of That’s Debatable with Ben Dryden and Emily Gall aired live Thursday morning on DrydenWire’s Facebook page, delivering another lively and thoughtful discussion on politics, elections, and public discourse.
Hosted by DrydenWire.com founder Ben Dryden and Emily Gall, founder of North of Eight Design & Marketing, the monthly show features candid conversation, respectful disagreement, and a touch of humor as the duo tackles timely topics from different perspectives.
Thursday’s episode opened with a discussion on the value of political candidates appearing on live shows, including whether direct, unscripted conversations help voters make more informed decisions.
The conversation then shifted to the show’s signature “That’s Debatable” segment, where Ben and Emily examined hypothetical election reforms, including the Party Blind Ballot Act, which would remove party affiliations from ballots. The discussion explored whether voters would truly research candidates, whether incumbents or well-known names would benefit, and what the idea reveals about voter engagement.
Another topic debated was the idea of adding a “None of the Above” option to ballots. Questions included whether opting out is a rational response, whether it would pressure political parties to offer stronger candidates, and what would happen if “None” were to win an election.
The episode wrapped up with a round of Unpopular Opinions, touching on political habits that often frustrate voters — including the effectiveness of yard signs and the idea that watching only one news outlet does not qualify as “doing your own research.”
That’s Debatable typically airs live on the first Thursday of each month. A full recording of Thursday’s episode is available on DrydenWire’s YouTube channel and can also be streamed below.
Last Update: Feb 05, 2026 10:01 am CST
