How to turn these into a game
- 1.Read a hot take out loud. Everyone votes agree or disagree — no "it depends."
- 2.Thirty seconds each. Set a timer and make your case before it runs out.
- 3.For maximum chaos, assign people the side they DON'T believe and make them argue it anyway.
Want this without the prep? YODM comes with 92 debate cards, a 30-second timer, and a die that picks your side — but the list below is free to start tonight.
Food & Drink
Somehow the lowest stakes start the loudest fights.
- 01Pineapple absolutely belongs on pizza.
- 02Cereal is a soup.
- 03Well-done steak is a perfectly valid choice.
- 04Ketchup belongs in the fridge, not the cupboard.
- 05A hot dog is a sandwich.
- 06Coffee is overrated and people just like the ritual.
- 07Brunch is the worst meal of the week.
- 08Most expensive restaurants aren't worth it.
- 09Sparkling water is better than still.
- 10Leftovers taste better than the original meal.
Pop Culture & Tech
Everyone has a take. Make them defend it.
- 01The book is not always better than the movie.
- 02Most sequels are better than the original.
- 03Subtitles should be on by default, always.
- 04Phones have made us better, not worse.
- 05Streaming ruined the way we watch shows.
- 06Award shows are completely meaningless.
- 07Reality TV is more honest than the news.
- 08Most 'classic' albums are overrated.
- 09Social media should have an age limit of 18.
- 10AI art is still art.
Relationships & People
Now we're getting into dangerous territory.
- 01Couples shouldn't share their location with each other.
- 02It's fine to stay friends with an ex.
- 03Splitting the bill should always be 50/50.
- 04You should never lend money to friends.
- 05Long-distance relationships almost never work.
- 06It's okay to keep some secrets from your partner.
- 07Wedding invitations are basically a tax on friendship.
- 08Being 'too nice' is a real flaw.
- 09You can't be best friends with someone you're attracted to.
- 10Most people aren't actually good at their jobs.
Life & Society
The takes that turn a dinner into a debate.
- 01Working from home makes people lazier, not more productive.
- 02Tipping culture has gotten completely out of control.
- 03Owning a home is overrated.
- 04School should teach taxes and credit, not algebra.
- 05Money does buy happiness, up to a point.
- 06Most 'self-care' is just procrastination.
- 07Being busy is not the same as being important.
- 08Cities are better to live in than the suburbs.
- 09Talent is overrated; consistency wins.
- 10Most rules at work exist for no good reason.
Spicy (21+)
Save these for the crowd that can take it.
- 01Astrology is just a personality test with better marketing.
- 02Most people would cheat if they knew they'd never get caught.
- 03Honesty is overrated in relationships.
- 04Nobody actually likes their in-laws.
- 05Being single is underrated.
- 06Most arguments are about being right, not being heard.
- 07People only change when it costs them something.
- 08Forgiveness is more about you than the other person.
- 09Most friendships have an expiration date.
- 10Everyone is a little bit fake at work.
Hot take FAQ
What is a good unpopular opinion question?+
A good one is a statement people instantly want to agree or disagree with — and there's no clear right answer. 'Pineapple belongs on pizza' or 'it's fine to stay friends with an ex' work because everyone has a gut reaction and a reason behind it. The best hot takes split a room roughly down the middle.
How do you turn hot takes into a game?+
Read a hot take out loud and have everyone vote 'agree' or 'disagree' — no fence-sitting. Then give each side 30 seconds to defend their position. For extra chaos, assign people the opposite of what they actually believe and make them argue it anyway. That forced-side mechanic is exactly how YODM plays.
Are these safe to use at a party?+
The food, pop culture, and life sections are friendly fun for any group. The relationships and Spicy (21+) sections get personal fast — great for close friends, risky for a work happy hour. Read the room before you drop the spicy ones.
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