Introduction Cut through the noise, engage in focused discussion––that’s what Kialo (www.kialo.com), a digital debate platform for civic and political topics, claims to offer as a public debate platform. Kialo prides itself on being a “noise-free” forum for individuals to voice their opinions. In an age of pervasive social media and the associated “noise” caused by algorithmic clutters and the echo chambers effect, Kialo promises a more visually rich and rational platform to host complex conversations. Users may either join an existing discussion or create their own topics. Existing topics range from ethics, to education, to economics. The website shows…
Author: Jim Porter
Jason Tham
Jim Porter is a Professor of Rhetoric and Professional Communication at Miami University, where he holds a joint appointment in English and Interactive Media Studies. His scholarship focuses on the intersections between rhetoric and ethics. Jim’s most recent book, with co-author Heidi McKee, is Professional Communication and Network Interaction: A Rhetorical and Ethical Approach (Routledge, 2017).