1How do societal standards of beauty impact the self-esteem and mental health of individuals identified as 'ugly' versus those deemed 'pretty' in your opinion?
2In what ways do you believe cultural perceptions of attractiveness influence access to opportunities in areas such as employment, relationships, and social status for both 'ugly' and 'pretty' individuals?
3Can you provide examples of how the definitions of 'ugly' and 'pretty' have shifted throughout history, and what implications does this have for contemporary ethical discussions on beauty and discrimination?

How it works

Watch live

Both debaters answer each question in turn, then rebut each other.

Vote

After every round the audience votes — and picks the overall winner.

Chat

Talk with everyone in the arena while it happens.

Ask

Submit your own questions for the debaters.

ugly and pretty