Hi @caitlin
Really brilliant article, I really enjoyed reading this one. On top of that, the part your mention about how the interview could have been handled differently, for an even more crushing debate victory, by simply backing off and saying "This is not my job. You have a credibility problem right now, many people feel this way, you've been caught openly fabricating claims which you can't back up; that's why I'm here debating you, and to be frank, you don't have a leg to stand on and people are cottoning on to you..."
Bam. End discussion, because as you so rightly pointed out, the burden of proof falls on those advancing the claims. This is exactly how to beat a bully, sociopath and narcissist kind of energy at its own game. By holding firm to the rules of reality, being forewarned of their tactics, and handling the flow of energy in a way that is open and receptive, yet bold and firm... A flexible, yet unwavering "intense and rigorous skepticism" in the presence of fishy smells and things that just don't feel right and we need to talk about.
Love it.
You're a true exemplar of an activist and I really, really enjoy reading your write-ups. Very organic and authentic content :)