Topic: Roberts Rules Of Order

2 chapters across the catalog

John's Story Time
Episode 1201 1:55:34 - 1:58:34

1201: John's Story Time

Model UN Experience and Roberts Rules of Order

A recollection of participating in a "Model UN" event in Berkeley during high school. The speaker describes learning "Robert's Rules of Order" and the "childish" nature of students using "points of personal privilege" and "points of information" to show off, drawing parallels to modern political meetings.

Thank You Comrade
Episode 1162 50:26 - 53:45

1162: Thank You Comrade

Model UN, Roberts Rules of Order

A host recalled participating in the Model United Nations during high school in Berkeley, noting similarities between the mock diplomatic sessions and the DSA convention. Both environments relied heavily on Roberts Rules of Order, which participants often used to show off their knowledge of procedural technicalities. The anecdote highlighted the performative nature of such assemblies.