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Rhetoric O Rama
by Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee
Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on Wheel of Fortune in the early 80s). Episodes feature a discussion on some aspect of rhetoric, some untranslated Latin or Greek, some tasty bonus content: a fallacy, a historical tidbit, or a stylistic device to help improve your rhetoric.Whether you listen to have fun or to learn the differences between Hermagoras of Temnos and Hermogenes of Tarsus, we hope you enjoy our podcast and support our made-up sponsors.You can find us at https://rhetoric-o-rama.pinecast.co and wherever you can find quality podcasts.We also welcome suggestions for show ideas. If you have an idea, send it to us, and we'll do it! Send your ideas to [email protected].
Episodes
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Fallacy of Files: Moving the Goal Posts
In this episode, we discuss everyone’s favorite topic, errors in reasoning by firmly planting the goal posts where they belong. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on Wheel of...
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S3:E11 – Rhetoric of Leaked Celebrity Sex Tapes
In this episode, we discuss sex, lies, and videotapes. And celebrities too. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on Wheel of Fortune in the early 80s). Nick W. is our fantastic...
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S3:E10 – Rhetoric of Addiction
In this episode, we discuss addiction, both substance and behavioral, both literal and figurative, and changing views of addiction. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on…
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Fallacy Files: Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc
This episode of the Fallacy Files focuses on assuming causation between two things! Will this episode make you happier? Probably, who knows? Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim…
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S3:E9 – The Rhetoric of Using Marijuana
We break out the incense and get intense about the rhetoric of smoking marijuana, weed, or the devil’s lettuce for the first time. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on Wheel...
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Fallacy Files: The Genetic Fallacy
In this episode, we cover the genetic fallacy, which has nothing to do with that awkward conversation your family has after everyone gets one of those DNA kits at the holiday family party. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R....
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Fallacy Files: The Ad Hominem/Attack the Person Fallacy
In this episode, we introduce the Fallacy Files in which we discuss everyone’s favorite topic, errors in reasoning! First up is the ad hominem fallacy, which deals with attacking the person, not the argument. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college...
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S3:E8 – The Rhetoric of Girl Boss
After take some time off, we're back! In this episode, we cover the promotion and demotion of “GirlBoss” rhetoric, which was suggested by our favorite listener, Brittany! Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim...
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S3:E7 – The Rhetoric of True Crime
In this episode, we investigate the true crime genre only to discover that Tim may or may not have committed some horrible crime. We honestly don't know. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV"...
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S3:E6 – The Rhetoric of Propaganda
In this episode, we are giving you the truth about propaganda, and you should believe it because that’s how it is. Don’t ask any questions. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was...
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S3:E5 – The Rhetoric of Cookbooks
In this episode, we pull up to the tablespoon and dish about the rhetoric of cookbooks. It’s an episode you don’t want to whisk. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee. Each episode...
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S3:E4 – The Rhetoric of Men’s Hair
In this episode, we comb over a hair raising topic, men’s hair. We discuss the rhetoric of men’s hair in the Bible, football field, in international politics, and so much more. We honestly think it’s the best episode we’ve pomade. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric…
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S3:E3 – The Rhetoric of Sports Commentary
In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest home run issues, our gooooooaaaaaaal is to review the rhetoric of sports commentary. We think it’s a slam dunk episode. Checkmate. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and…
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S3:E2 – The Rhetoric of the Anti-Political Correctness Movement
In this episode, we cover the major arguments of the anti-political correctness movement. In doing so, Dr. Tim hits everything from the French Parliament to Applebees. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim…
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S3:E1 – The Rhetoric of Movie Reviews
Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee. Each episode features a discussion on some aspect of rhetoric and then offers some tasty extra bonus content: a fallacy, a historical tidbit, or a...
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S2:E10 – What is Blasphemy?
Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee. Each episode features a discussion on some aspect of rhetoric and then offers some tasty extra bonus content: a fallacy, a historical tidbit, or a...
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S2:E9 – What is Taoist Rhetoric?
In this episode, we discuss Taoist rhetoric by not discussing Taoist rhetoric, which will make sense, maybe, after hearing this episode Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee. Each…
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S2:E8 – What is Traditional African American Preaching?
In this episode, we present what the scholarship tells us about African American Preaching that arose from the days of slavery up and through the Jim Crow era. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen…
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S2:E7 – What is Televangelism?
In this episode, we put on our best suits, style our hair real pretty, and talk about the genre of religious rhetoric that brought preachers and faith healers to your living room. And if you send us $1,000 you will be blessed by Saint David of Dewberry and Rev. Tim McGee Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun...
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S2:E6 – What is Hagiography?
In this episode, we discuss hagiography, the holy writing about saints (the religious kind, not the New Orlean’s football team). In the end, the lesson is that biography is to exposition as hagiography is to emulation. How about that?! We also discuss how Tim canonized Dave as St. David of…
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S2:E5 – What is Buddhist Rhetoric?
In this episode, we discuss the nature of Buddhist rhetoric, a bit of Buddhism, the difference between religion and philosophy, and Dave delivers the best joke ever about paradox. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry…
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S2:E4 – What are Fire and Brimstone Sermons?
In this episode, we discuss fire and brimstone sermons and why you sinners are in danger of eternal damnation because Satan is everywhere. Unless of course, you don’t believe in hell, then you’re probably not going to be persuaded by a fire and brimstone sermon. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and...
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S2:E3 – What is the Jeremiad?
In this episode, we discuss the jeremiad and how it transitioned from being really religious to just kinda religious. Then how it was not religious but still religious by a little bit. Tim sings and Dave talks about his favorite public library in northern Minnesota. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and...
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S2:E2 – What is Apocalyptic Rhetoric?
In this episode, we discuss the rhetoric of the end of times. Apocalyptic Rhetoric is chaotic, but we’ll make sense of it for you (or at least give you something to think about until the end comes). Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr....
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S2:E1 – What is Homiletics?
With a good amount of wordplay, we focus on homiletics as the application of the principles of rhetoric to the specific act of preaching, and several of the Fathers of the Christian Church happened to have been very knowledgeable in the ways of that old, pagan, Greco-Roman rhetoric. Plus,...
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How Do You Organize a Speech?
In this episode, we discuss speech arrangement as theorized by Aristotle and Cicero (although it’s not really Cicero). We start our journey at the prologue, visit the narratio, we drive slowly past the division, take some time at the arguments and rebuttal, and we end at the end because that’s…
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S1:E11 – What is Ethos?
Who said it is as important as what is said, that’s the idea of ethos. Aristotle gives us a few ways to think about the speaker and their relationship with the audience. This episode is sponsored by MatchMyCarcinogen.com. The untranslated Latin/Greek phrase is, "διὰ μὲν οὖν τοῦ ἤθους, ὅταν οὕτω...
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S1:E10 – What is Pathos?
This is our most pathetic episode ever. Why? Because we discuss Aristotle’s pathos. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, so bring some tissues, fireworks, and whatever else you need. This episode is sponsored by Spray on Socks. The untranslated Latin/Greek phrase is, "Cor ad cor loquitur”...
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S1:E9 – What are the Topoi?
We’ve all been in that position where we are not quite sure what to say. You might just throw your hands up and say, “Oh boy…” But you have nothing to fear because here are the Topoi. This episode is sponsored by WeBePlacebos.com, the "leader in under the counter placebos." The untranslated...
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S1:E8 – What is Logos?
What is logos? What is the telos of logos? How many Greek words can we use in one episode? We discuss all this and much more in this episode. This episode is sponsored by Informal Logic, the easy-to-use system for identifying nonsensical reasoning The untranslated Latin/Greek phrase is, "διὸ καὶ...
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S1:E7 – What is Stasis?
Did it happen? What do we call it? Is it good? What should we do about it? These are the fundamental points of stasis theory, the focus of this episode. This episode is sponsored by Talaria's Sandals. Once you get them on your feet, you'll know why they are the footwear choice of Hermes. The...
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S1:E6 – What is the Rhetorical Situation?
Does the situation call for rhetoric or does rhetoric call attention to the situation? And what's the role of the speaker and audience? And what does Richard Nixon have to do with all this? This episode is sponsored by Crisis Communication Consulting, providing real-time analysis of any…
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S1:E5 – What is Forensic Rhetoric?
Have you been accused of stabbing a senator or did you get caught speeding in your chariot? If so, forensic rhetoric can help you. This episode is sponsored by Epic Tours and Travel, which is running a special on their Wonders of the Underworld excursion. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational...
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S1:E4 – What is Epideictic Rhetoric?
Are you interested in learning the rhetorical theory behind eulogies and performance reviews by mid-level management? Then, you've come to the right place. This episode is sponsored by Oracle at Thebes, it’s only half as far as Delphi, and twice as accurate. The untranslated Latin phrase is, "De...
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S1:E3 – What is Deliberative Rhetoric?
Are you a member of the Roman Senate and need advice on how to propose a plan of action to achieve some ends? Well, this episode is for you. This episode is sponsored by Toga City. For all your toga needs, go to Toga City. Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two...
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S1:E2 – What are the Rhetorical Canons?
In this episode, we discuss the five rhetorical canons, which will really blow you away. This episode is sponsored by Burton, Lanham, and Quinn's Warehouse of Rhetorical Devices. The untrasnlated Latin phrase is: "Auferre, trucidare, rapere, falsis nominibus imperium; atque, ubi solitudinem...
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S1:E1 – What is Rhetoric?
Is rhetoric an art or a science? What do Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, and Quintillian think about rhetoric? And how do you pronounce Thrasybulus? This episode is sponsored by Salacia’s Aqueduct Installation and Repair. The untranslated Latin phrase is "Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit."...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on Wheel of Fortune in the early 80s). Episodes feature a discussion on some aspect of rhetoric, some untranslated Latin or Greek, some tasty bonus content: a fallacy, a historical tidbit, or a stylistic device to help improve your rhetoric.Whether you listen to have fun or to learn the differences between Hermagoras of Temnos and Hermogenes of Tarsus, we hope you enjoy our podcast and support our made-up sponsors.You can find us at https://rhetoric-o-rama.pinecast.co and wherever you can find quality podcasts.We also welcome suggestions for show ideas. If you have an idea, send it to us, and we'll do it! Send your ideas to [email protected].
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Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee
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Rhetoric-O-Rama is a fun and educational introduction to rhetoric by two college professors, Dr. David R. Dewberry and Dr. Tim "As Seen on TV" McGee (Tim was on Wheel of Fortune in the early 80s). Episodes feature a discussion on some aspect of rhetoric, some untranslated Latin or Greek, some tasty...
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