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#55 - Overwatch 2 ACTUALLY came out 05/04/2022

#55 - Overwatch 2 ACTUALLY came out In this episode, we talk about Overwatch 2 ACTUALLY coming out to an expected underwhelming release. It has decreased 99% in viewership since the beginning of the beta... Then we talk about Sykkuno moving to YouTube as the spearhead of the YouTube Gaming exodus that is about to happen. And finally we talk about Coke's new Gamer Flavour: Pixels (???). It's a great ep, don't miss it. Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/23007017

#54 - Rise of the Hoodie Orgs 05/04/2022

#54 - Rise of the Hoodie Orgs In this episode, we talk about my grand return to the Stanz Show, the rise of the hoodie orgs in winning tournaments (and selling hoodies), as well as the Sigma of the Week: White Collar Criminals. It's a great ep, don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/23006960

#53 - Faze Snoop Dogg is game changing 03/12/2022

#53 - Faze Snoop Dogg is game changing In this episode, we talk about Snoop Dogg joined the Faze executive team. We go in depth as to why it that is important to the Faze brand. Then we talk about Doublelift coming out of retirement to being TSM back to glory (unsuccessfully). Finally, we talk about the Smash World Tour coming back, hopefully giving Smash players a career path in esports. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/22426352

#52 - Russia's Impact on Esports 03/04/2022

#52 - Russia's Impact on Esports In this episode, we talk about Russia's impact on esports and S1mple's speech during IEM. Then on a lighter note, we talk about child labour and Knights having a 13 year old stream a 100Thieve Valorant match. Finally, we have the Clown of the Week: Short King Haters. Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/22343099

#51 - 100T sent him home after 2 games... (ft. Atrioc) 02/23/2022

#51 - 100T sent him home after 2 games... (ft. Atrioc) In this episode, we talk about Cloud9 LS being dropped under mysterious circumstances and try to get to the bottom of it. Then we talk about the 100Thieve situation where they dropped BabyJ and Ec1s after only 2 matches. Finally we have out Clown of the Week: Street Fighter 6. Thanks to Atrioc for hopping on, and hope you all enjoyed! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/22235849

[Interview] Getting to know the Valorant VAs 02/11/2022

[Interview] Getting to know the Valorant VAs In this episode, I got the oppertunity to talk with some of Valorant's voice actors! More specifically the voice actors for Jett (Shannon), Kayo (Gabe Kunda), and Neon (Vanille Velasquez) and their journey in the voice acting world. It's a great episode, don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/22106669

#50 - Addressing the T1 cheating drama 02/03/2022

#50 - Addressing the T1 cheating drama USE PROMO CODE "STANZ20" TO GET 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING FROM In this episode, I'm a little sick from the booster, so I held an AMA on my twitter. I answer questions from thoughts on the T1 Valorant cheating drama, to who my ideal esports dinner date would be with. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/22011956

#49 - Why did Microsoft buy Blizzard? 01/30/2022

#49 - Why did Microsoft buy Blizzard? In this episode, we talk about Microsoft purchasing Activision Blizzard in a multi-billion dollar deal. Blizzard, notoriously known for its poor business practices, and harassment cases, is being purchased in the largest gaming acquisitionof all time. Why? Then we talk about The Rock shadow dropping him doing a video game movie. Finally, we talk about the Sigma of the Week: Crypto Mommy Killjoy. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21954686

[Interview] Will this man save TSM? [Dominic Kallas] 01/19/2022

[Interview] Will this man save TSM? [Dominic Kallas] In this interview, I'm talking with Dominic Kallas. He's a good friend of mine, previously the Director of Operations at Gen.G, and is now the VP of Esports at TSM. He's gonna bring his professional experience in business to the organization and help them to win championships. He talks about his path to get to the top, his take on the Activision/Blizzard Microsoft deal, how TSM will change going forward, and his bold predictions for 2022 esports. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21827015

#48 - He baited us all... 01/16/2022

#48 - He baited us all... In this episode, we talk about Disguised Toast and his bait on the Twitch community. He faked a month long ban to prove a point to stop reacting, and how this affected my YouTube channel. Then we talk about TSM Reggie and his "antics" like emotionally abusing his employees. How will this pan out for the most profitable esports org in the world. Finally, we talk about the Sigma of the Week: Cem Bolukbasi. Its a great ep, don't miss it! USE PROMO CODE "STANZ20" TO GET 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING FROM https://manscaped.com/ /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21789749

#47 - Goodbye, Myth 01/16/2022

#47 - Goodbye, Myth In this episode, we talk about Myth, the poster boy for TSM, has decided to leave the organization and where this leaves influencers in the scope of esports organizations. Then we give an update on Riot Games harassment case, as a settlement has finally been reach. Finally, we have the Sigma of the Week: Nadeshot. It's a great ep, don't miss it! USE PROMO CODE "STANZ20" TO GET 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING FROM https://manscaped.com/ /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21789716

#46 - My take on the Hasan situation... 12/15/2021

#46 - My take on the Hasan situation... In this episode, we talk about Valorant Champions, the new winners, the teams to look out for next year, and the fall of NA in another esport game. Then we talked about Hasan and his ban from twitch. Finally, we talk about the Sigma of the Week: Halo Cheater! It's a great ep! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21490409

#45 - TSM and 100T are falling apart... 11/25/2021

#45 - TSM and 100T are falling apart... In this episode, we talk about the TSM drama between Reginald, Doublelift, Bjergsen, and Leena. What is the fate of one of the most storied esports org in North America? Then we talk about the fall of another esports team in 100T Valorant. After the departure of 100T Steel after a historic run at Masters 3, it looks like Nitro might be returning to CSGO. WIll the 100T super team be able to compete at the same level as they have been for 2022? Finally, we have the wholesome Thanksgiving Sigma of the Week: Hitmarker. Special thanks for Manscaped for sponsoring the episode! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21286280

#44 - "Streamlabs Situation" explained 11/18/2021

#44 - "Streamlabs Situation" explained In this episode, we talk about Bobby Kotick and his terrible practices as CEO of Activision Blizzard. The call is coming from inside the house... Then we talk about - Acivision Blizzard! We specifically talk about the COD and the CDL getting STOMPED by the new Halo esports initiatives. Finally we have the clown of the week: Streamlabs. It's a great ep, don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21204788

#43 - Esports has finally made it... what's next? 11/10/2021

#43 - Esports has finally made it... what's next? In this episode, we talk about the new League of Legends Arcane show. It's pretty good apparently! Then we talk about Worlds and the CSGO Major breaking record viewership. Esports has finally made it :) Finally, we talked about the Sigma of the Week: Destiny. It's a great ep, don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21115850

#42 - cNed and the Secret Twitch Scam 11/04/2021

#42 - cNed and the Secret Twitch Scam In this episode, we talk about cNed and the secret cabal of Turkish twitch streamers. Will he be banned from the VCT? Then we talked about Pokimane becoming CCO of RTS, an agency that directly works with large IPs including EVO. Finally, we'll talk about the Clown of the Week: TSM. We also touch on Overwatch 2 news that - once again - the game is dead. It's a great ep, don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/21053279

#41 - Valkyrae and Faze - Business Moguls 10/29/2021

#41 - Valkyrae and Faze - Business Moguls In this episode, we talk about Valkyrae and her newest scam product RFLCT. Then we talk about the most recent Faze antics, trying to claim they are worth $1B. Finally, we are back this week with Clown of the Week: Moist Kola. Its a great ep, don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20957462

#40 - Exposing Northernlion... 10/19/2021

#40 - Exposing Northernlion... In this episode, Atrioc and I sat down and talked about all things esports. We talked about League of Legends Worlds, NA LCQ, as well as sharing our thoughts on the current streamer culture. Great ep don't miss it! Welcome to The Stanz Show! For those who don't know, my name is Nathan Stanz. I used to work at esports organizations such as Curse, Team Liquid, and most recently was the General Manager of Gen.G Esports. This year I retired and am now a full-time content creator. I've worked many years in the industry with players, coaches, and companies in games like League of Legends, Valorant, CSGO, and more. I also used to run an esports podcast called Esportsmanlike Conduct with Atrioc. I'll always try to deliver all of the best news and updates related to esports and content creation culture in an entertaining way! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20871056

#39 - Nintendo vs Nickelodeon 10/14/2021

#39 - Nintendo vs Nickelodeon In this episode, we talk about the beginning of the war of Nintendo vs Nickelodeon, as Nick releases their own platform fighter Nick All Star Brawl, and Nintendo announces the final DLC character for Smash Ultimate Sora. Then we have Netflix actually making a good move in the gaming space by hiring Night School, the create or Oxenfree to develop for Netflix platforms. Finally, in a new segment we have Sigma of the Week: Valve. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20822879

#38 - Why China wants to BAN GAMERS ft. Atrioc 10/01/2021

#38 - Why China wants to BAN GAMERS ft. Atrioc In this episode, we talk about the recent Valorant roster changes, most notably Steel getting dropped from 100T after an amazing performance at Berlin, and Nivera moving to Team Liquid to join his brother Scream. Then we talk about the Chinese Government and their full force attempt to end competitive gaming. Finally, we have the Clown of the Week: Riot Web Developers. Atrioc joined me in a fireside chat at the end; its a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20640056

#37 - How did Faze SCREW OVER Alissa Violet? 09/25/2021

#37 - How did Faze SCREW OVER Alissa Violet? USE PROMO CODE "STANZ" TO GET 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING FROM MANSCAPED || In this episode, we talk about TikTok star Alissa Violet getting screwed over by Faze clan. Then we talk about Complexity on pace for the bankruptcy speed run by signing TimTheTatMan. Finally, we have the clown of the week: Blizzard (again). Special thanks to Manscaped for sponsoring the episode! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20585351

#36 - How one IDIOT CHEATER destroyed the entire CSGO scene 09/10/2021

#36 - How one IDIOT CHEATER destroyed the entire CSGO scene In this episode, we talk about the CSGO Hunden and Heroic situation, and the beginning of the end of CSGO. Then we talk about Makoto, the Super Smash Bros Ultimate player that faked a tournament. Finally, we talk about a Rocket League player faking Brain Cancer. It's an... interesting episode don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20422133

#35 - The Fall of Chinese Esports is starting... 09/09/2021

#35 - The Fall of Chinese Esports is starting... In this episode, we talk about the fall of Chinese Esports as they are implementing a rule to limit the amount of gaming. With their facial recognition software to verify its you playing the game, this could be the end of their rising dominance. Then we talk about CDL and Optic moving AGAIN and what that means for the CDL as a whole. Finally, its the clown of the week; Valorant Teams signing Matchfixers. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20422070

#34 - Everything you need to know about Stardew Esports 09/09/2021

#34 - Everything you need to know about Stardew Esports In this episode, we talk about League of Legends worlds being moved from China to a European country due to limited access of the country. We've seen this before with Dota TI, but how will the largest esport event of the year be moved with only one month of preparation? Then we talk about Alliance selling their Las Vegas esports stadium and, upon further inspection, are losing copious amounts of money. Welcome to esports. Finally, we talk about the only way to make money in esports; casual competitive. Stardew Valley developer announced a $40,000 Stardew Esports tournament. Loads of cool stuff here, you won't want to miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20422031

#33 - Overwatch is finally dead... what now? 08/23/2021

#33 - Overwatch is finally dead... what now? In this episode, we talk about TzTimmy and his non-stop Bronze to Masters stream. With the finally boasting 150k live viewers, how can average streamers compete? Then we talk about Overwatch League shutting down and the inevitable failure of Overwatch 2. Finally we talk about Critical funding Koala for Ultimate Summit 3 and what the future for influencer esports might look like. Atrioc and Connor joined me for this episode, it was great! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20234729

#32 - Things are starting to change at Activision Blizzard 08/07/2021

#32 - Things are starting to change at Activision Blizzard In this episode, we talk about developments in the Activision Blizzard case, as the head has stepped down. Was this real change? Or was it just a stunt by Big ol Bobby. Then we talk about FTX investing in Riot Games, and raise what might be the most important question in modern esports: Where does FTX get their money? Finally, we talk about the Clown of the Week: Venn. It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20031053

#31 - Will Pokemon Unite beat League? 08/04/2021

#31 - Will Pokemon Unite beat League? In this episode, we talk about Mang0 winning Smash Summit 11 in an insane losers bracket run, and solidifying himself as the Greatest of All Time of Super Smash Bros Melee for the Nintendo Gamecube. Then we talk about Pokemon Unite and how its quick rise to glory will soon have its greatest fall. Finally we talk about the Activision Blizzard situation; trigger warning for workplace sexual harassment and discrimination against people of colour. Its a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/20031026

#30 - How did 100T colab with Gucci?? ft. TheCrimsonBlur 07/21/2021

#30 - How did 100T colab with Gucci?? ft. TheCrimsonBlur In this episode, we talk about the new Nickelodeon smash fighters game, and how this could be the new Melee-type game with developer support. Then we talk about Steam Link and how they are trying to fill a need that doesn't exist. We also talk about 100Thieves working with Gucci in the coolest gamer deal in history. After Q&A, I did an interview with TheCrimsonBlur. TheCrimsonBlur is a Super Smash Bros. Melee TO, who was hired by Twitch to run a melee circuit. He has been deep into many esports scenes and is very knowledgeable. We talk about Smash Summit 11 the largest Melee tournament ever (over $100,000 prize pool), and the esports scene as a whole. /episode/index/show/stanz/id/19840769

#29 - China wants out of esports... ft. Dusttin Bowerman 07/17/2021

#29 - China wants out of esports... ft. Dusttin Bowerman In this episode, we talk about CLG making the BAG by sponsoring Budlight in the middle of a video where their League of Legends team was being cut. Then we talk about a group of hackers that hacked Apex Legends in protest to the hackers in Titanfall. We also talk about how the Chinese government has developing facial recognition software to force their children off video games if they've been playing too much. Finally, we have a special interview with Dusttin Bowerman from The Dusttin Bowerman Show (real original name eh). It's a great ep, don't miss it! /episode/index/show/stanz/id/19833218

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