I'm more-or-less on the other side of the fence, complete with getting thrown link after link of... well, not sure I want to call them "facts". I find two tric

I'm more-or-less on the other side of the fence, complete with getting thrown link after link of... well, not sure I want to call them "facts". I find two tricks to be useful: Avoid statements, ask questions. Asking for summaries is good. Play a little game: How little time can you spend getting the other person to spend the most time on their response? You win if you spend a minute and they spend an hour. Note: Doesn't work in person, but in person, it's easier for everyone to stay calm.