The Stanz Show

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

USE PROMO CODE "STANZ20" TO GET 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING FROM https://manscaped.com/ 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!

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!

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!

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/

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/

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

USE PROMO CODE "STANZ" TO GET 20% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING FROM MANSCAPED || https://ca.manscaped.com/ 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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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!

In this episode, we talk about all of the most recent Valorant news including the roster changes, bracket upsets, and NBK switching from CSGO to Valorant. Then we talk about the Super Smash Bros. and their current debate on top player privilege. Finally we have our Clown of the Week: Faze Clan. It's a great ep, don't miss it!

In this episode, we talk about XQC and Trainwrecks caught in a CSGO lotto situation with slot streams. Gambling is a dangerous game, what will happen to their streams? (Probably nothing) Then we talk about Team Liquid going though some crazy roster changes in the LCS. Finally, we talk about the Clown of the Week: this dude! Its a great ep, don't miss it!

We talk about Amouranth and Indiefoxx's ban from Twitch because of their inovation on the ASMR meta. How will Twitch respond instead of dealing with *questionable* content on their platform without just attacking case by case. Then we talk about old people and their disdain for innovation. Finally, we talk about the newest Valorant update and how it will affect the casual and competitive scene moving forward.

We talk about Halo Infinite being free to play and what that means for the esports scene. Then, we talk about Cloud9 and Liquid benching star players and the intricacies of esports rosters. Finally, we do a follow-up pup on two stories from last week in the Hax$ manifesto and the Huke situation

We talk about Hax's two and half hour manifesto about how Leffen is the devil and no none of it's satire. Then we talk about Huke's experience with substance abuse in esports. Finally, we talk about the process of benching a player. Maybe it's not a fun episode, but it's no doubt a good one.

We talk about the biggest deal in esports history, and why its a scam. TSM FTX is great for esports, but what will FTX get out of it? Then we talk about the NBA looking into the future of the sport and also seeing South American shout casters from CSGO. Finally, we have our Clown of the Week: esports fans. Great ep, don't miss it.

We talk about Valorant Masters 2 Iceland and ranking the top regions in the world. Finding out NA is the best Valorant region is like finding out your son is goated on the sticks; there is no better feeling. Then we talk about Mistborn characters being added to Fortnite and the technicality of building a multiverse like Fortnite is. Finally, we talk about our clown of the week being Netflix for "getting into video games" in all the wrong ways.

We talk about Overwatch 2 and their change to 5v5 gameplay from 6v6. How will this affect OWL going forward? Then we talk about Valorant Masters 2 in Reykjavik, Iceland and the streamers they chose to restream the games (including me haha). The backlash from gamers complaining about Pokimane is nothing new but come on guys. Finally, we talk about Twitch and the end of the hot tub streamer saga.

We talk about a development in the Sinatraa situation. Riot has evaluated his situation and given him a 6-month suspension in wait for a criminal investigation, but not all is right with the responses... Then we talk about NiP vs Flashpoint where they strong-armed a tournament to replay the third map, but it's a gray situation. Finally, we talk about Amouranth and hot tub streamers finally being struck with demonetization.

We talk about current Valorant news. We've seen roster changes in high-profile teams like TSM and Geng as the top teams from around the world meet in Iceland for Masters 2. Then we talk about Ninja and how much money he was making at his peak. Finally, we talk about the Clown of the Week, Clix, and why he was banned from his Fortnite Partnership.

We talk about a new hat in the race of cloud gaming to compete with Nvidea and Google Stadia. This all came to light from the Epic Games vs Apple battle in the courtroom. Then we talk about YouTube Shorts and Susan's lacklustre investment in a war against the Chinese G*vernment. Finally, we talk about a new venture trying to create a worldwide esports league similar to the Olympics, and let's just say this isn't the first time this has failed. A big part of this episode is the Q&A section, where I dive into detail about the thought process of building an esports team.

We talk about the new Apex Legends: Legacy update and its effect on its growth of the community. It flubbed its update launch, but can it recover much like the game itself? Then, we talk about Microsoft's relationship with Discord being over, and now it's ALL Sony gang. We answer the question of "Why is Sony investing in Discord?" and why they won't be bought. Finally, we talk about the Clown of the Week (Twitter leaking people's addresses).

We talk about Optic's original founder Hecz breaking off ties with NRG to be born anew in CDL. Is Optic back to its former glory? Then we talk about content creation in esports, and how many LCS teams are not using their YouTube to the fullest. Last, we talk about some of the most recent Valorant news, including Immortals dropping many of their players, Version1 (with Effys from GenG) making it to Masters 2 in Iceland alongside Sentinels, and the new map Breeze being banned before the event even starts.

We talk about hot tub streams (again) and debrief my initial reaction to the Twitch Let's Chat response about TOS breaking streams. Then we talk about the naming rights for esports teams and NRG changing their name to The General NRG. Finally, we talk about Valorant listening into your voice comms to hear you make good calls and be nice to your team.

We talk about the new Esports Certification Institute (ECI) where you now need to study to be in esports (nerds). Is this good for people trying to get a job in esports or is this another barrier for a normal Joe to get into esports? Then we talk about Faze picking up football player Kyler Murray and the casual competitive nature of Faze Clan in the esports space. Finally, we talked about the reffery scandal in Rocket League where Spacestation Gaming's Sypical was disconnected during the overtime of semi-finals vs Envy. Can you really trust the refs?

We talk about the end of an era for Astralis as they lose one of their original players Device to NiP. Is this the end of dominance for Astralis or are they just gonna come back stronger? Then we talked about another era ender, as Gambit esports officially closes their doors on League of Legends. Gambit esports was one of the original European teams also known as Moscow 5 and Team Empire. Finally, we do a new segment called Clown of the Week.

We talk about CSGO rising stars Floppy and Xeppa transitioning to Valorant on Cloud9. Along with this, we discuss how they will do, and who will they replace on the curing C9 roster. Next, we laugh at Shroud and the Mortal Kombat 11 tournament where he got cheesed for $100,000. Finally, we touch on the parallels between the recently debunked Super League and CSGO's Flashpoint.

We talk about Valve changing its CSGO rules to allow more lenience on cheaters. You know my thoughts on cheaters, but maybe this is okay. Then we talk about Epic Games gaining one billion dollars in VC money and celebrate by shutting down the competitive rocket league. Finally, we talk about how to get rich quick in esports by investing in the new Luminosity and Astralis stock coming to the NASDAQ (soon).

We talk about CSGO Major winner and influencer Tarik moving to Valorant. The former EG player is looking for a new team and the question is on everyone's mind,

We talk about Valkyrae and Courage becoming co-owners in 100Thieves. What does that mean for 100T, and more importantly, what does that mean for women in esports? Then we talk about T1's new assistant coach Stunner and his past of cheating in PUBG. Another apology video incoming... Finally, we talk about the new Twitch TOS and getting outside help when involving bans.

We talk about NA Valorant Challengers and the fall of the top North American teams with Sentinels, Faze, and GenG falling before making it to close qualifiers. Is Sentiels still the best team in NA? Next, we talk about TSMU and discuss esports organizations' staying power and source of revenue. Finally, we talk about Activision Blizzard's new CMO, the Burger King guy (Fernando Machado).

We talk about Golden Guardians saving the melee scene; picking up players and content creators (None, PPMD, and Toph) and giving $50k to Super Smash Bros Melee tournaments. Then we talk about the FBI looking into match-fixing, specifically into Shanks, Poised, and Marved. What will this mean for these Valorant players moving forward? Finally, the Call of Duty League gets professional as Toronto Ultra player Cammy says some unsavory things.