The Debaters

Scientists & Justin Bieber

Is it time to give poor Justin Bieber a break? Gavin Stephens says we should forgive and forget. But Rebecca Kohler wants to hold him to account. Also....Do we give scientists too much money? Ron Sparks thinks so, but Pete Zedlacher figures they're worth every penny.
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Originally aired Nov 22, 2014

Is it time to give poor Justin Bieber a break?

Gavin Stephens says we should forgive and forget. But Rebecca Kohler wants to hold him to account. Also....Do we give scientists too much money? Ron Sparks thinks so, but Pete Zedlacher figures they're worth every penny.

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Ron Sparks and Pete Zedlacher debate whether we give scientists too much money.