"Discussion"

Is it a discussion when the participants just air their views?

dis·cus·sion

noun \di-ˈskə-shən\

Definition of DISCUSSION

1

: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate

2

: a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing

 

Merriam Webster

 

I guess it could be.  Many "discussions" leave me grumpier than ever.  Obviously, you want to show everyone that you can parrot what you've seen on TV, the Internet, etc!   Just shut up, so I can give you the benefit of my hard earned wisdom!