The Center Ring esports podcast Podcast

HUGE interview with iGotUrPistola, discussed the good ol' Halo days and what to expect for Halo Infinite, and we went over some new updates for Valorant.

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281: OWL Roster Dumping, Cold War Beta Impressions, Renegades Valorant Event, and YotW from 2020-10-19T22:00

OWL is dumping rosters and we put on our tin foil hates to figure out why, we give our First Impressions (again) on the Cold War beta, discuss a little Valorant, and Yikes of the Week

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280: DaZeD to T1, Icebox 1st Impressions, NA CS Saves EU, Cloud9's New Roster from 2020-10-14T21:00

We have a big ValoRANT and CSGOing, discussing latest signing and rosters.

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279: OWL Finals, IEM New York EU, Yikes of the Week from 2020-10-11T21:00

We discuss the OWL Finals and what they need to do moving forward to repair the league. IEM New York EU finished, Faze Up, and Yikes of the Week.

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278: ValoRANT, Reynad Interview, The Bazaar, and more! from 2020-10-07T21:00

Reynad, founder of Tempo Storm joins the show to discuss The Bazaar and his latest projects. We also break down the upcoming changes for Act 3 of Valorant including a NEW MAP!

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277: ESL Pro League EU, H3CZ Buying back OpTic, Yikes of the Week from 2020-10-04T21:00

We finally had a worthwhile online event in CS with ESL Pro League EU, Astralis is back but did they ever leave?, word on the street is H3CZ is buying back OpTic, and we give our Yikes of the We...

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276: Clutch or Kick, Rogue Company, NRG in Valorant, Ask Us Anything from 2020-09-30T21:00

We do Clutch or Kick, the first official As Us Anything, and more!

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275: ESIC Report and Competitive Integrity from 2020-09-28T21:00

We discuss ESIC findings and their punishments handed out, people love to say "competitive integrity", and Yikes of the Week.

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274: State of CS, Worlds Preview w/ Kevin Corea from 2020-09-23T21:00

We go over the State of CS, and preview Worlds with Kevin Corea.

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273: Cold War MP, Yikes of the Week, We Grew Up Here from 2020-09-21T06:00

We give our first impressions on CoD Cold War's multiplayer alpha, Yikes of the Week, and a brand new segment called SIFT (Stole it From Twitter) and we get nostalgic over games we grew up...

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272: Console Wars, BLAST Restructure, Twitch Drama, AMA from 2020-09-17T21:00

We give our thoughts on the latest console war, BLAST restructures their prizepools, Twitch drama, and our first AMA.

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271: RIP MiBR, CDL Goes PC, G2 Valorant, Yikes from 2020-09-14T21:00

End of an era with MiBR disband...or is it? CDL to be played on PC, G2 dominates EU Valorant, and Yikes of the Week.

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270: CS Wellness Check, Cold War First Impressions from 2020-09-09T21:00

We do a much need wellness check for our dear friend CS, and give our first impressions on the Cold War multiplayer.

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269: Guest, Craig Skitz, More CS Scandals, CoD Roster Mania, from 2020-09-06T22:00

@CraigSkitz joins us to discuss indie games in esports and his take on the scene, we have more CS scandals, and CoD Roster Mania continues!

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268: CDL Offseason Starts, Everyone is Cheating in CS from 2020-09-02T21:00

The CDL waste no time to start their offseason moves, everyone cheats in CS Online Era.

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267: Championship Sunday, CDL Champs, ESL Cologne, PopFlash from 2020-08-30T22:00

A HUGE Championship Sunday, CDL Champs didn't disappoint, ESL Cologne NA and EU, and Valorant Ignition series PopFlash.

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266: Emergency Yikes, LCS/LEC, Best Gaming Feelings, ,Champ Weekend Preview from 2020-08-26T21:00

We have an emergency yikes of the week to address, Kevin Corea joins us to talk some LCS/LEC, we give each of our top 5 best feelings in gaming, and do a quick preview for the big weekend.

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265: MiBR Needs Help, OGLA Makes a Run, Huntsmen Goes the Distance from 2020-08-23T21:00

We recap the action from CDL Playoffs and ESL Cologne over the weekend.

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264: CDL Playoffs, OpTic Tweets an Oops, ESL Cologne, Astralis is Back from 2020-08-19T21:00

We discuss the early games of CDL Playoffs, OpTic goes after CDL and is about to get fined... a lot. CS is back! ESL Cologne early rounds, Astralis is good again.

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263: Nitr0 w/ 100T Valorant, is CS in Trouble?, Yikes of the week from 2020-08-16T21:00

We discuss the big news on Nitr0 signing with 100T's Valorant roster, should NA CS be worried about its future, and Yikes of the Week!

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262: CDL Champs Preview 2020, Revan - Coach of Subliners Interview, Predictions. from 2020-08-12T21:00

We are one week away from the stars of CDL Champs! We break down what you need to know and teams to look out for. Revan, coach of the New York Subliners joins the show, and we give our predict...

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261: Valorant Esports are Here,Quake Champs, Yikes of the Week, CS CoK from 2020-08-09T23:00

Valorant esports have arrived! We discuss the FaZe Invitational, QuakeCon/ Quake Champions, a salty Yikes of the Week, and a CS Clutch or Kick.

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260: Fuel Changes, ValoRANT, CS is Back! from 2020-08-05T21:00

Dallas Fuel make a lot of changes to their roster and staff, a classic ValoRANT segment, discussing the newest agent, and CS is BACK!!

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259: Esports Tier List 2020 Edition from 2020-08-02T22:00

We go through some of the top esports and rank them S through F. It wasn't easy, but someone has to do it.

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258: Sponsors in Esports, Nitr0 Steps Down from Liquid, and more from 2020-07-29T21:00

We discuss the latest drama involving sponsors in esports (Riot decided to cut the deal in the middle of recording). A legend steps down in CS, Nitr0 walks away from Team Liquid.

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257: CDL Toronto Recap, Joe Rogan's Hot Takes, Yikes of the Week from 2020-07-26T21:00

We recap the crazy weekend for CDL Toronto, Joe Rogan says gaming is a waste of time, Herman Miller makes expensive chairs, and more!

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256: Halo Infinite First Look, Mack Interview, CDL Toronto Preview from 2020-07-23T21:00

We give our way too soon first thoughts on Halo Infinite, Mack from New Work Subliners joins us, and we preview CDL Toronto.

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255: Wuskin Interview: CDL London Recap, SIMS Reality Show, Yikes from 2020-07-20T21:00

Wuskin from the London Royal Ravens joins us to discuss their home-stand weekend and impressions on the season going into Champs. We recap CDL London, and have fun with some Yikes of the Week.<...

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254: CDL London Preview, TI11 Postponed, Valorant Talk, and more! from 2020-07-15T21:00

We preview CDL London, discuss the impacts postponing The International could have on Dota 2 scene, bigger orgs get into Valorant, and more!

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253: CDL NY, Faze vs Huntsmen, Yikes of the Week from 2020-07-12T21:00

We recap CDL NY, did Faze vs Huntsmen live up to the hype? Penis' are ugly, but can they look good? We answer that in a big Yikes of the Week.

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252: DoA, Professional Skateboarder Josh Kalis, and Nate from ULT from 2020-07-08T01:00

The craziest episode we've ever done! Professional skateboarder Josh Kalis joins us to reveal DC Shoes' colab with ULT, Nate from ULT also stops by to discuss, AND esports caster extr...

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251: Smash Bros Smashing Bros, RIP EVO. from 2020-07-05T21:00

Almost everyone in the Smash community is either a pedo or rapist it seems. EVO is done for the foreseeable future. FGC had a rough few days.

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250: 2020 Midyear Recap from 2020-07-01T21:00

We recap everything that you need to know for the first half of 2020. What a year it's been.

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249: Yikes of the Week, Me Too, Dr. Disrespect Banned, from 2020-06-28T21:00

Anuj is back! We discuss the latest Me Too movement hitting the gaming/esports world, a big Yikes of the Week, and Dr. Disrespect getting banned and what it can all mean.

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248: Catching up, RIP Mixer, Ninja and Shroud, WTF Happened?! from 2020-06-23T21:00

We are back from a week off and the sports world went insane! Anuj is still on with the baby, Kevin from ESPN fills in. We discuss the the downfall of Mixer, Ninja and Shroud, Florida might be...

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247: Shotzzy Interview, CDL Minnesota Recap, DreamHack Masters from 2020-06-14T21:00

Shottzy joins us for a quick interview, we recaps the crazy weekend that was CDL Minnesota, and DreamHack Masters.

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246: CDL Minnesota Preview, Karma Retires, Barstool HooliganZ, and more from 2020-06-10T21:00

We breakdown everything you need to know going into CDL Minnesota. Big playoff implications on the line. We give our thoughts on Karma retiring, and Barstool joins esports with Barstool Hoolig...

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245: CS Hall of Fame. Yikes of the Week: CoD Edition from 2020-06-07T21:00

We break down the first ever Counter-Strike Hall of Fame inductees, and CoD sweeps Yikes of the Week.

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244: Black Lives Matter from 2020-06-03T21:00

We try our best to talk about the BLM movement and recent events. Skadoodle is back and playing for T1, Clutch or Kick, will an owner sell their OWL team?

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243: TSM Drone, Astralis roster shuffle, Ninja drops the ban hammer, and more from 2020-05-31T20:00

We interview newly signs TSM Valorant player Drone, he tells us his thoughts on the early launch, maps, agents, and more. Is there something more going on with Astralis than what we think? And...

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242: Valorant leaving beta, CoD GA's, Censor censored, and more from 2020-05-27T21:00

We discuss whether Valorant is releasing too soon and if it should stay in beta, CoD has more GA's!?, and Censor is being censored by the league.

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241: TSM Controversy, CDL Seattle, Yikes of the Week from 2020-05-24T22:00

We discuss Doublelift dating his boss,CDL Seattle, Cosplay is for nerds, Dudes being chicks in CS, and more!

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240: What if Rio was Today? G4M3RS: A Documentary, and more from 2020-05-21T09:00

We discuss G4M3RS: A Documentary, and the hypothetical what if the Rio Major was never cancelled and was today.

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239: BRs and Esports, Mixer is Dead, EVO Online, and more from 2020-05-17T20:00

We discuss BR's place in esports, Mixer is dead, are we excited for EVO this year, and more.

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238: CDL Florida, Halo PC Dead Game, New Era of CS, Clutch or Kick from 2020-05-13T21:00

We recap CDL Florida, and Clutch or Kick discussing if Halo PC is already botched, and are we in a new era of CS.

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237: Launders Interview, and FaZe Banks is still Scummy from 2020-05-11T23:00

Launders joins us for an extra long interview. We discuss his career, CSGO, Valorant, food, everything! We also have Yikes of the Week, FaZe Clan are still scumbags.

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236: Titans FUBAR, State of CS, T1 Invitational and more from 2020-05-06T21:00

We break down the mess that became the Vancouver Titans, State of CS, and T1's Valorant Invitational.

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235: Parasite Slides Into DMs, Vancouver Titans in Trouble, CDL Playoffs. from 2020-05-03T22:00

We are the best Valorant players alive, Parasite DMs his teammate's girl DURING a match, Vancouver Titans could be in trouble, and the CDL Playoffs format was leaked.

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234: Sinatraa Leaves OWL for Valorant, The Smash Brothers Parts 5-9 from 2020-04-29T22:00

We discuss Sinatraa leaving OWL and how they effects the League moving forward. Parts 5-9 of The Smash Brothers documentary.

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233: CDL Chicago, OWL Format Update, Twitch and Bots from 2020-04-26T21:00

We break down the results fro CDL Chiacgo, OWL changes their format, and Yikes of the Week

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232: ValoRANT, The Smash Brothers 1-4, Road to Rio, and more! from 2020-04-22T22:00

We discuss parts 1-4 The Smash Brothers, ValoRANT, and Road to Rio

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231: Flashpoint Finals, ESPN Hates CoD, and more from 2020-04-19T20:00

We breakdown the Finals for Flashpoint S1 and give our thoughts on the leagues inaugural season. Yikes of the Week, Valorant will ban you for charging your phone, and ESPN hates CoD pros.

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230: VALORANT'S Esports Plans, Clutch or Kick from 2020-04-15T21:00

Riot reveals their plans for Valorant's esports. A packed clutch or kick, Kyle Larson says the N Word, and more!

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229: Drops!, ESL Pro League Finals, CDL Dallas. from 2020-04-12T21:00

a full Yikes of the Week, we recap ESL Pro League NA and EU, also recap CDL Dallas and the close battle for first.

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228: valoRANT, Nadeshot Denied, We got in!, Valorant's esports future from 2020-04-08T21:00

We introduce a new segment valoRANT, Nadshot is told to not stream, we go over out time playing Valorant, and discuss the game's future.

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227: VALORANT The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from 2020-04-05T20:00

We give our Yikes of the Week and go over our first impressions of real Valorant game play. We plan on covering Valorant and its esports scene grows so make TCR your Valorant podcast.

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226: Mike"Hastr0"Rufail Interview, Road to Rio, Valorant Talk from 2020-04-02T20:00

We have our friend and owner of Envy, Dallas Fuel, and Dallas Empire on the show. Mike Rufail talks about dealing with the coronavirus as an org, and looking forward to Valorant. We also discu...

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225: Vegas and Esports, Flashpoint Gets a New Team, Yikes of the Week, and more from 2020-03-30T00:00

We have yikes of the week, clutch or kick, and discuss Flashpoint's latest drama with their team lineup.

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224: ESL Rio Major Postpone, LCS Doesn't Want to Play, iBuyPower Fortnite Ninja FaZE OpTic from 2020-03-26T00:00

The ESL ONE Rio Major has been postpone and it is shaking the CS scene. LCSPA takes a vote and the players want to cancel the season, while the CSPPA makes a statement and says absolutely nothi...

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223: eNASCAR, S1mple Drops 50, Astralis 6th Man, Yikes of the Week, and more! from 2020-03-22T20:00

The boys talk about the historical event for esports and traditional with eNASCAR. S1mple drops a 50 bomb and still loses, does NaVi need a change? Astralis signs a 6th man and everyone is pis...

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222: We have MERCH! Riot's New Rules, ESL S11, and more from 2020-03-18T09:21

Go buy our new merch. Please. https://ultesports.com/collections/tcr

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221: Nate from ULT, Flashpoint, Yikes of the Week, and more! from 2020-03-15T07:39

We have Nate, found of ULT join us to discuss their latest deals, Flashpoint kicked off and we have the scoops, and Yikes of the Week.

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220: Flashpoint Woes, Rio Major, Coronavirus pt.2 from 2020-03-11T09:11

We go over Flashpoint's latest woes before their season starts, Rio Major is set, the coronavirus isn't going away, and more!

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219: Philly Esports, Coronavirus vs Esports, CDL Crowds, + more! from 2020-03-08T09:40

Adam from Philly Esports joins us to discuss their upcoming charity event. Coronavirus is shutting down esports, and more!

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218: Valorant Podcast from 2020-03-04T10:08

We breakdown all the Valorant news and discuss how it may effect your favourite esports. Also an emergency yikes of the week.

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217: Katowice Recap, 100 Thieves'New Drop, Moving to Project A (Valorant) from 2020-03-01T08:24

We recap Katowice, 100T Thieves releases the worst merch, FaZe learns to not say the N word, and more!Support the show (https://www...

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216: DotA Format Changes, Katowice Update, + more from 2020-02-26T09:54

We talk about the new DotA Format and how it may shape esports, What's happened so far in Katowice, and more!Support the show ...

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215: MLG Streams Porn, CSGO Round-Up, CDL Atlanta from 2020-02-23T10:43

We have Yikes of the Week, we recap CSGO DreamHack Anaheim and preview Katowice, also recap CDL Atlanta.Support the show (https://w...

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214: ESL is Living Rent Free in Flashpoints Head from 2020-02-19T10:28

We do Clutch or Kick, does Nintendo care, is Liquid overrated? We breakdown the latest news on ESL and Flashpoint and is ESL in Flashpoint's head?Listen

213: Nifty Interview, Blast Premier, Six Invitational Recap, Kids like Adderall, + More from 2020-02-16T11:00

Nifty from Team Envy's CSGO team joins us to talk about the latest roster moves and CSGO. We also recap Blaster Premier, the INSANE Six Invitational, congrats to SpaceStation Gaming, and Yike...

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212: BLAST Group C, Justin Jacobson Interview, Clutch or Kick - Project A, and more! from 2020-02-12T09:49

We preview Blast Premier Group C, Justin Jacobson joins us to talk some esports legal, and a special Clutch or Kick featuring Project A.

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211: Weekend Recap, OWL, CDL, Blast Premier, RB6, Yikes of the Week. from 2020-02-10T10:08

We had a busy weekend, we recap OWL season opener and the Dallas Fuel Homestand, CDL London, Blast Premier Group B, Six Invitational Group Stage. Also Yikes of the Week, t-bagging is bad? You bett...

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210: James O'Connor President of Pittsburgh Knights, Big Weekend of Esports, and more from 2020-02-05T00:10

We have James O'Connor, president of the Pittsburgh Knights on the show. He discusses his transition from Liquid's coach to team owner. We also preview the big weekend ahead, Six Invita...

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209: Blast Premier Group A Recap, OWL Changes, Washington Injustice, Warcraft 3 Fubar from 2020-02-04T00:05

We breakdown the results of Group A from Blast Premier, what we can expect from the changed in OWL and hero pools, and Yikes of the Week.Listen

208: Blast Premier, ESL B-Site Update, CDL Schedule Controversy from 2020-01-30T00:00

We update you on the latest of ESL and B-Site battle, Blast Premier is a thing, and CDL messes up their schedule.Support the show (...

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207: ESL vs B-Site, CDL Launch Weekend from 2020-01-27T07:19

HUGE episode! We break down the drama between CSGO's newest leagues, ESL and B-Site. We also go over the good, the bad, and the ugly for CDL Launch Weekend.Listen

206: Esports Needs Controversy, CDL Merch, and more from 2020-01-19T10:29

Kevin Corea of ESPN Dallas fills in while Anuj is out of town. The boys discuss what esports is missing to take it to the next level, CDL merch launch, orgs not paying players, and more!Listen

205: CSGO Rambo Interview, Envy Nifty Drama, Ninja gets a Fortnite Skin from 2020-01-15T10:50

The great Rambo joins us to discuss his amazing career, esports in Korea, DFW esports scene, and more! We also discuss the recent drama going on with Envy's CSGO roster, and Ninja gets his ow...

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204: Jay Hairston of Envy, Dallas Fuel, and Empire, Esports that never were from 2020-01-13T09:40

Jay Hairston joins up for the entire episode! We discuss what Envy has going on, including the Fuel and Empire. What games we thought had more esports potential, and more!Listen

203: Clayster&Crimsix of Dallas Empire, and Katowice Qualifiers from 2020-01-08T09:45

Huge interview with two CoD legends! @Clayster & @Crimsix of @DalasEmpire join us before heading into the CDL season. We briefly talk about the Katowice Qualifiers so far, another org rebrand...

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202: More OWL Yikes, CDL Format Changes, New Year's Resolutions, and more from 2020-01-05T10:15

We're back! We give our New Year's resolutions, more OWL talent leaves!? CDL changes formats, and moreSupport the show ...

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201: TCR Esports Awards Show from 2019-12-22T11:59

The inaugural TCR Esports Awards Show. Yikes of the Year, Player of the Year not named Bugah, Org Mismanagement of the Year, Esports Moment of the Year, Esports Game of the Year, Esports Org of th...

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200: Epicenter, Jeff Goldblum, AMA, Story Time from 2019-12-19T05:37

We discuss Epicenter thus far, review the latest episode of The World According to Jeff Goldblum, where he goes to DreamHack Dallas, and have a fun packed AMA/story time for our 200th episode! Tha...

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199: Championship Sunday from 2019-12-16T01:10

We have a rare Championship Sunday episode! When the stars align we get an exciting Sunday packed with finals. We discuss RainbowSix Siege, Rocket League, Capcom Cup, Blast Pro Series, and more.<...

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198: Integrity in Esports from 2019-12-12T09:11

We discuss the hot topic of integrity in esports, and go over some of the new faces we're seeing in CSGO.Support the show (htt...

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197: ESL Pro League Recap&OW Contenders is Dead from 2019-12-08T10:26

We give our Yikes of the Week, OW Contenders is in trouble, and CoD doesn't know what to do. We also breakdown the ESL Pro League Finals S10.Listen

196: Halo First Impressions and CSGO TI that Never Was from 2019-12-05T12:04

The boys give their first impressions on Halo PC, discuss how CSGO could of had its own TI, and touch on the ESL Pro League Finals thus far.Listen

195: RIP MuTeX's career, ECS S8 Finals Recap from 2019-12-02T12:54

The biggest Yikes of the Week yet, RIP MuTeX's career. And we recap the ECS S8 FinalsSupport the show (https://www.patreon.co...

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194: ECS S8 Finals Preview, and 100 Thieves has a $90 Hoodie from 2019-11-25T12:03

We preview the upcoming CSGO ECS S8 Finals, Yikes of the Week, $90 for a hoodie!? CDL Tickets are expensive, and more!Support the show...

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193: CSGO Changes and Going Casual from 2019-11-20T21:43

We discuss the latest CSGO update and how it will impact the meta and is CSGO going casual?Support the show (https://www.patreon.co...

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192: Ben Goldhaben from Juked.gg, Esports Awards from 2019-11-18T01:16

Ben Goldhaben CEO of Juked.gg joins us to discuss their launch. We recap the Esports Awards.Support the show (https://www.patreon.c...

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191: Call of Duty League (CDL) Branding Tier List from 2019-11-13T20:53

We finally break down our CDL branding tier list.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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190: LoL Worlds, IEM Beijing, RIP Echo Fox from 2019-11-12T06:03

Kevin Corea joins us to talk LoL Worlds, we recap IEM Beijing, and moreSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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189: Most Valuable Esports Org from 2019-11-07T01:56

Twitch vs Mixer vs YouTube is getting out of control, which esport org is the most valuable and moreSupport the show (https://www.p...

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188: Blizzcon Recap from 2019-11-04T00:45

We have a PACKED episode! Recapping our trip out to Blizzcon, the games, the people, everything!Support the show (https://www.patre...

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187: Blizzcon Hypetrain from 2019-10-30T23:11

We discuss what we are looking forward to at Blizzcon.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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186: StarSeries Recap, Noah Gragson Interview, CoD Launch from 2019-10-28T00:15

We had the pleasure to have NASCAR driver Noah Gragson on the show, and recap StarSeries CSGO.Noah Gragson is an American professional stock car racing driver. He currently competes full-time in th...

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185: LoL World Championship Crimsix burns OpTic and StarLadder from 2019-10-23T22:14

Kevin Correa of ESPN Dallas joins us to discuss LoL Worlds, we also discuss CrimSix and OpTicSupport the show (https://www.patreon....

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184: CSGO Free Agency from 2019-10-21T07:18

We discuss the best and the rest of free agents in CSGO, plus Yikes of the Week.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenter...

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183: Riot Taking Over the World from 2019-10-16T21:41

We talk about Riot's latest announcements.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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182: Blizzard's Response from 2019-10-15T03:32

We go over Blizzard's response, and discuss the starting of ESL Pro LeagueSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterr...

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181: Blizzard vs Hong Kong from 2019-10-09T21:35

We breakdown the Blizzard and Hong Kong debacle , and Smash scene needs to change.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecent...

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180: DreamHack Masters Malmo, and is NA vs EU back? from 2019-10-06T21:03

We recap DH Malm\u246\u, yikes of the week, and is NA vs EU back?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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179: CSGO vs Overwatch and Why do Sponsors Hate Esports from 2019-10-02T21:32

We breakdown the latest CSGO vs Overwatch debate and why sponsors hate esports.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterr...

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178: OWL Finals 2019 Recap, Stories from Philly from 2019-09-30T23:10

We recap the OWL Finals and tell stories of our trip to Philly.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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177: OWL Finals 2019 Preview from 2019-09-25T20:14

We preview the OWL Finals and discuss what we're looking forward to in Philly.

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176: CoD: MW, CDL/CSGO Roster Updates from 2019-09-22T20:11

We give our Too Soon Review on CoD: MW, and update you on the latest CDL/CSGO Roster moves.Support the show (https://www.patreon.co...

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175: CSGO Leagues, Liquid Dota2 Rebuild, H3CZ Joining NRG from 2019-09-15T20:52

We discuss the rapid growing world of CSGO Leagues, and a fun Clutch or Kick?!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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174: CSGO Berlin Major Recap from 2019-09-10T21:49

Tim has a baby, we recap the Berlin Major, discuss why OWL playoffs are meh, and more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/the...

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173: OWL Playoffs, CSGO Berlin Major from 2019-09-01T22:57

We discuss the play-in rounds for OWL and break down the latest at the Berlin Major.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thece...

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172: The International 9 from 2019-08-25T21:39

We recap TI9, breakdown the Berlin Major so far, and moreSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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171: RIP Call of Duty from 2019-08-18T21:14

We recap CWL Champs, and preview CSGO Berlin Major New Challenger Stage.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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170: Twitch vs Ninja from 2019-08-12T21:52

We discuss Twitch's latest PR fiasco, are BR's doomed, and CWL Worlds

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169: Fifflaren vs NIP from 2019-08-05T21:31

We break down the latest on Fifflaren's time on NIP, an update on Echo Fox, EVO recap and more!Support the show (https://www.p...

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168: Fortnite is Here to Stay from 2019-07-29T21:08

We discuss the Fortnite World Cup and recap our weekend and QuakeCon 2019Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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167: This is not'Nam, this is esports. There are rules. from 2019-07-22T21:18

We recap IEM Chicago, and discuss the lose lose situation of changing the rules.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenter...

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166: OWL 2020 Details from 2019-07-15T21:15

We have OWL 2020 news hot off the press! Details on how the season will look, plus BlastPro LA, and LTC7.Support the show (https://...

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165: The Major that Never Was from 2019-07-08T21:42

We recap ESL One Cologne, and an exciting Clutch or Kick!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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164: Esports Goes PPV?! from 2019-07-01T21:05

The guys discuss OWL going 2-2-2, PPV esports, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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163: NA #1 from 2019-06-24T21:04

The guys recap ESLPL S9 Finals, RLCS S7 Finals, and more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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162: Esports are DYING! from 2019-06-17T21:42

We discuss CWL Anaheim, the esports bubble popping, Smash Summit 8, and more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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161: The Downfall of OpTic Gaming from 2019-06-10T21:16

The guys recap ECS Finals S7, discuss OpTic being solde, and E3 thus far.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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160: DreamHack Dallas Recap ft. Mike Van Driel from 2019-06-06T20:37

The guys discuss DreamHack Dallas and interview Mike Van Driel CPO of DreamHack

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159: Tfue vs FaZe 2 - FaZe the F*ck Up from 2019-05-27T22:08

With more details out, we revisit Tfue vs FaZe, DreamHack Dallas Survival Guide, and more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com...

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158: Tfue vs FaZe Clan from 2019-05-20T21:37

We breakdown Tfue suing his org FaZe Clan, have fun with Clutch or Kick, and say goodbye to Brett.Support the show (https://www.pat...

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157: Does Any of it Matter? from 2019-05-13T22:18

The boys discuss BlastPro Madrid , OWL Stage 2 Playoffs, but do they even matter?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecente...

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156: FANtastic Weekend from 2019-05-06T22:18

The crew breaks down CWL London and the latest league news, IEM Sydney, and more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecente...

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155: Home Games and Snowflake Fans from 2019-05-01T23:30

We recap the Dallas Fuel Homestand Weekend and some fans need a reality check.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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154: Home Games?! We're Real Sports Now! from 2019-04-22T22:24

We talk about how far esports have come with the upcoming Dallas Fuel home game and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/...

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153: Playing Favorites Okay in Esports? from 2019-04-15T22:06

Should teams feel bad for not attending events, and what games should be on your esports radar.Support the show (https://www.patreo...

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152: Are Mental Health Issues Caused by Gaming? from 2019-04-08T21:12

We discuss mental health issues and if gaming does or doesn't effect themSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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151: April Fools Esports Edition from 2019-04-01T21:03

We reveal our biggest April Fools from the year.

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150: Mega Meta Changes from 2019-03-25T21:07

CSGO and OW had major patches, we discuss the effects they may have on the game's meta.Support the show (https://www.patreon.c...

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149: Is Franchising the Death of Esports? from 2019-03-18T22:01

Will franchising kill modern esports as we know it? We answer that question and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thec...

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148: ULTesports/Ultimate Media Ventures - An Esports Success Story from 2019-03-15T01:24

Chris Mann and Nate Eckmen tell us about how they turned ULTesports into what it is today.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com...

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147: The State of Overwatch&OWL from 2019-03-11T22:15

Is Overwatch dying? We answer the question, and discuss CWL Rostermania!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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146: CSGO Katowice Major Recap from 2019-03-04T22:05

Was the Katowice Major the best or worst CSGO major? We discuss and recap the event.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thece...

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145: CSGO Katowice Major New Champions Stage Preview from 2019-02-25T23:50

We dedicated the entire episode to the CSGO Katowice Major. Get ready for an insane playoffs!Support the show (https://www.patreon....

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144: CSGO Katowice and is Apex Legends the Next Big Esport? from 2019-02-19T22:39

We discuss the CSGO Katowice Major, Apex Legends, and week 1 of OWL.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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143: We Live in a Simulation from 2019-02-11T22:33

We preview the Katowice Major: New Challenger Stage and interview CEO of CVR World Cup.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/th...

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142: OWL S2 Preview: Pacific Division from 2019-02-08T19:43

Part 2 of our OWL S2 Preview. We break down all the teams in the Pacific Division.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecent...

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141: OWL S2 Preview: Atlantic Division from 2019-02-04T23:27

Part 1 of our OWL S2 Preview. We break down all the teams in the Atlantic Division.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecen...

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140: ELEAGUE Invitational Recap from 2019-01-28T22:18

We recap what turned out to be a really entertaining ELEAGUE Invitational.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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139: IBP Masters... The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from 2019-01-21T23:12

Meaningful esports is back! We talk about the CSGO IBP Masters and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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138: Devs Involvement in Esports from 2019-01-14T22:04

Anuj and Tim discuss how involved a developer should be, and preview the Katowice Minors.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/...

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137: The Mysterious Case of Ellie from 2019-01-07T22:26

Tim and Brett discuss the craziest story in esports and try and discuss females in esports.Support the show (https://www.patreon.co...

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136: Goodbye 2018. Hello 2019! from 2019-01-02T21:56

We talk about our fav moments of 2018, what to look for in 2019, and CSGO roster moves.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/th...

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135: A Very Merry TCR Christmas from 2018-12-17T22:43

We hand out our Christmas gifts, discuss the latest CSGO rumors, and RIP HotS.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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134: The Grand Slam! from 2018-12-10T22:19

We discuss Astralis actually winning Intel's Grand Slam, and recap an exciting CWL Las Vegas.Support the show (https://www.pat...

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133: Cloud Gaming the Future? from 2018-12-03T22:05

We breakdown Eleague Cup: Rocket League, and discuss cloud gaming.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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132: ECS Season 6 Finals Recap from 2018-11-27T22:26

We recap the ECS S6 Finals and our impressions on the Esports Stadium in Arlington TX.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/the...

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131: Overdrama from 2018-11-19T23:34

We discuss all the drama going on in Overwatch and catch you up in a big Championship SundaySupport the show (https://www.patreon.c...

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130: Veterans Day Episode - Brigade Esports from 2018-11-12T23:02

The crew talks bout RLCS, IEM Chicago, and special guess, Daniel Crothers , Owner of Brigade Esports.Support the show (https://www....

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129: BlizzCon 2018 Esports Recap from 2018-11-05T23:12

We recap all the esports that happened at BlizzCon including what went wrong for USA at the OWWC.

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128: We Have Rules Here from 2018-10-29T23:46

We preview the upcoming Overwatch World Cup and break down the CWLs first set of rules.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/th...

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127: Thoughts on Thorin from 2018-10-22T21:30

We discuss the latest Thorin's Thought about the FaceIT Major, and what is going on with CSGO IndiaSupport the show (https://w...

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126: Jason Baker Alchemist Interview from 2018-10-15T22:05

We had our friend Jason Baker join us this episode to talk about his life in esports and his time with the Overwatch League.Support the...

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125: CSGO Update?! from 2018-10-10T21:09

We discuss the recent CSGO update, Marcos Suarez from OP Live joins us, and OpTic's recent layoffs.Support the show (https://w...

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124: State of CSGO from 2018-10-03T21:05

We spend an episode talking the state of CSGO and the latest happenings in the scene.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thec...

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123: FACEIT Major Recap from 2018-09-25T21:15

We\u160\urecap the\u160\uFACEIT Major and talk about the upcoming CWL seasonSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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122: FACEIT CSGO Major Champion Stage Preview from 2018-09-17T21:18

We\u160\uPreview the\u160\uFACEIT CSGO Major Champion Stage.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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121: FACEIT CSGO Major Legends Stage from 2018-09-12T21:38

We discuss the first round for the FACEIT Major Legends Stage.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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120: FACEIT CSGO Major Challengers Stage from 2018-09-05T20:55

We are back from vacation and we talk about the first day of the FACEIT CSGO Major.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecen...

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119: Success in Esports from 2018-08-22T21:07

We recap the CWL Championship and discuss what makes some games successful in esports.

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118: Overwatch World Cup Incheon Group from 2018-08-15T22:56

While Anuj is on vacation, Tim and Brett talk about the Incheon Stage for the OWWC and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.c...

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117: EVO 2018 and the FGC from 2018-08-09T23:16

We recap EVO 2018 and discuss the fighting game community.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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116: OWL Season 1 Recap on 96.7FM The Ticket from 2018-08-02T19:18

We recap OWL Season 1 and Grand Finals, live on Sports Radio 96.7FM The Ticket.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterr...

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115: OWL Grand Finals Preview from 2018-07-24T22:12

We do our preview and predictions for the upcoming OWL Grand Finals!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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114: A New Sports Podcast from 2018-07-23T22:21

Sorry for the delay, was having some tech issues. If listening to out of date news is your thing, then you're in luck!Support the ...

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113: So About Tarik and C9... from 2018-07-12T22:07

We discuss OWL Playoff Quarter Finals and CSGO notes post ESL Cologne. Ignore the fact that the Tarik news happened while we were recording and didn't notice.Listen

112: College Esports from 2018-07-03T21:02

The coaching staff of Midland University's esports team to talk college esports, plus give give our thoughts on the new CSPPA.

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111: Introducing Geoff Moore, President and COO of NV&Dallas Fuel from 2018-06-26T22:46

We are joined by Mike Rufail and Geoff Moore of Team EnVyUs and the Dallas Fuel.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenter...

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110: E3...Esports...Coincidence?! from 2018-06-20T21:47

We talk about some esports from games at E3, CSGO, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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109: Stories from DHATX18 from 2018-06-06T20:22

We return from Dreamhack Austin with stories to tell, we also discuss a grab bag of CSGO topics.Support the show (https://www.patre...

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108: Is Fortnite Killing Your Favourite Esport? from 2018-05-30T21:04

How will Fortnite's popularity and Epic's $100mil prize pool effect your favorite esport? We discuss that and Brett gets his very own Rocket League segment and he does....ok...Listen

107: Dreamhack Austin 2018 Survival Guide from 2018-05-28T11:09

We do our annual Dreamhack Austin Survival Guide. From esports to things to do at DHATX.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/t...

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TCR 106: Word on the Street from 2018-05-23T21:27

We recap ESL Dallas, give our first impressions on BO4, and introduce a new segment Word on the Street!Support the show (https://ww...

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TCR E105: What is Missing in Esports? from 2018-05-16T20:09

We discuss the changes for Stage 4 of OWL, and give what we think is missing in esports.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/t...

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TCR E104: ESL S7 Dallas Preview from 2018-05-09T19:57

We preview everything you need to know for ESL S7 Dallas and the latest CWL Rostermania news.Support the show (https://www.patreon....

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TCR E103: The T-Bag Heard Around the World from 2018-05-02T19:34

Tim and Anuj talk about CSGO and IEM Sydney, also sportsmanship in esports.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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TCR E102: H1Z1, PUBG, and Fortnite. Oh My! from 2018-04-27T17:09

We discuss the latest in CSGO, and battle royal games have arrived in esports and are here to staySupport the show (https://www.pat...

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TCR E101: Pickup Artist: DreamKazper Edition from 2018-04-19T19:04

We discuss CSGO DH Marseille, DreamKazper's failed attempt to pick up women, and Dallas Fuel.Support the show (https://www.pat...

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TCR E100: Thank You Listeners from 2018-04-11T20:59

Thank you to all of our listeners for making 100 episodes easy. Here are to the next 100 with you. We have Richard Ng, founder of the 5 Deadly Venoms (and NYXL supporters club). We also walk down m...

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TCR E99: Racism and Hypocrisy in Esports from 2018-04-04T17:49

TCR E99: We discuss recent rosters moves in CSGO/OW, and we give our thoughts on racism and hypocrisy in esports.Support the show (...

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TCR E98: Over/Under from 2018-03-28T20:33

TCR E98: Brett is out with his newborn, Anuj and Tim discuss all the CSGO roster rumors and introduce a new segment, Over/UnderSupport ...

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TCR E97: Fortnite - Next Big Esport? from 2018-03-20T19:45

TCR E97: We discuss the growing popularity of Fortnite and its esports potential.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecente...

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TCR E96: xQc You Later from 2018-03-13T20:16

TCR E96: Anuj is out serving his suspension and Tim and Brett discuss an esports drama filled episode.

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TCR E95: Do Video Games Cause Violence? from 2018-03-08T21:59

TCR E95: We discuss Faze and Fnatic's recent performances in CSGO and we get a little serious discussing the age old debate ----do video games cause violence----Listen

TCR E94: Dallas Fuel, Take 2 from 2018-02-28T18:56

TCR 94: We discuss IEM Katowice CSGO and Dallas Fuels' recent performance with their new roster in Stage 2 of OWL.Support the show...

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TCR E93: Mike ----Hastr0---- Rufail Interview from 2018-02-21T17:59

TCR E93. 96.7fm The Ticket was once again nice enough to let us use their studios for a live show. We interview CEO of Dallas Fuel and Team EnVyUs, discuss OWL Stage 1 ---- 2, and CSGO.Listen

TCR E92: Do the (CSGO) Shuffle from 2018-02-08T19:01

TCR E92, Brett is out serving his one show suspension. Anuj and Tim discuss all the CSGO roster moves.Support the show (https://www...

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TCR E91: ELEAGUE Major Boston Recap from 2018-01-29T22:20

TCR E91: We recap Cloud9's amazing run in the Eleague Major, and have fun with Clutch or KickSupport the show (https://www.pat...

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TCR E90: ELEAGUE Major Boston Playoff Preview from 2018-01-23T22:19

TCR E90: The gang breaks down the ELEAGUE Major Boston Playoffs. Informing you how the teams got here, match-ups, and predictions.Suppo...

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TCR E89 Major Major from 2018-01-17T22:02

TCR E89: We discuss OWL, the Eleague Boston Major for CSGO, recap CWL New Orleans and CoD Pro League Drama.Support the show (https:...

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TCR E88: CSGO ----Major---- from 2018-01-11T18:00

TCR E88: Tim and Brett discuss the opening night for the OWL, the upcoming CSGO Major that isn't the Major, and more.Support the s...

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TCR E87: OWL Season 1 Preview from 2018-01-03T22:17

TCR 87: Its our mega OWL Season 1 Preview Episode! We talk format, teams, predictions, and everything in between.Support the show (...

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TCR E86: The xQc Effect from 2017-12-21T14:34

TCR 86: Anuj is off this week, so Brett and Tim discuss the last month for xQc and should OWL and Dallas Fuel fans be concerned.Support...

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TCR E85: CWL Dallas was the Bomb! from 2017-12-13T21:22

TCR E85. We recap our weekend at CWL Dallas, and a grab bag of CSGO news.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecenterring)

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TCR E84: Boots on the Ground from 2017-12-07T20:53

TCR E84. We are back from a week of, discussing ESL Pro League Finals, CWL Dallas, and entitlement in esports.

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TCR E83: NiP Slip from 2017-11-20T19:40

TCR E83. The gang gives their impressions on PUBG IEM Oakland, CSGO, and why Brett isn't happy about NiP winning.Support the show<...

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TCR E82: Championship Sundae from 2017-11-15T21:50

TCR 82: We introduce a brand new segment, Championship Sundae! We talk Tekken 7 Finals, Rocket League S4 Finals, and IBP Masters. Also take you from start to finish with Immortals' 2017. Listen

TCR E81: Blizzcon 2017 Recap from 2017-11-08T22:06

TCR 81: We recap all the games that went down at Blizzcon 2017, have fun with Clutch or Kick, discussing Jerry Jones buying into esports, and more!Listen

TCR E80: RNGesus from 2017-11-01T19:16

TCR Episode 80.\u160\u The gang plays audio from Dr. Disrespect's interview with H3H3, discussing RNG and level design, also a quick recap on Epicenter 2017.Listen

TCR E79: OWL Table Talk from 2017-10-25T20:42

TCR Episode 79.\u160\u With the recent interview with Richard Lewis at BlitzEsports, we felt compelled to give our own thoughts. @TheCenterRing

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TCR E78: LAN Memories from 2017-10-18T20:19

TCR Episode 78.\u160\u\u160\uCheating at the ELeague Major Qualifier?!\u160\u Plus, Tim and Anuj walk down memory lane as they look back on their early days of LAN parties and competing.Listen

TCR E77: Don't be an Esports Gatekeeper from 2017-10-05T21:14

TCR Episode 77.\u160\u\u160\uThe Eleague Major was announced, and we dive into the depth of The Salt Mine and find Esports Gatekeepers.If you enjoy the show, please feel free to leave a review on o...

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TCR E76: The One Where We Talk A Lot of OWL from 2017-09-27T20:14

Episode 76TCR Episode 76. We told you last week we were going to talk about OWL this episode, and we weren't kidding.If you enjoy the show, please feel free to leave a review on our iTunes&apo...

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TCR E75: The Tweet Heard Around the World from 2017-09-25T05:51

TCR Episode 75. Lots of CSGO to talk about, ESL New York, and drama with Immortals.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecen...

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TCR E74: Dreamhack Malmo Recap&Overwatch Meta from 2017-09-25T05:28

TCR Episode 74. Recapping Dreamhack Malmo, and what the new Overwatch patch notes mean for the meta.Support the show (https://www.p...

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TCR E73: CoD WW2&Destiny 2 Beta Impressions from 2017-09-25T05:27

TCR Episode 73. Tim and Anuj review their time at Quakecon, Dreamhack Malmo started, and how do we all feel about the CoD WW2 and Destiny 2 betas?Listen

TCR E72: Is Your Esports Fandom at Risk?! from 2017-09-25T05:25

TCR Episode 72. Anuj sits this one out, Brett and Tim discuss the implications of teams settling in cities and the effects of your fandom, also PUBG has it esports debut.Listen

TCR E71: Goodnight Sweet Princesses from 2017-09-25T05:24

Episode\u160\u71 TCR Episode 71. \u160\uWe wrap up our thoughts on TI7, CoDWC, and the latest in CSGO roster drama as the ESL roster-lock approaches. If you enjoy the show, please feel free to leav...

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TCR E70: Overthinking from 2017-09-25T05:22

TCR Episode 70, the best episode ever. A rare CSGOless show, we discuss OW World Cup, OWL, and Dota2 TI7.Support the show (https://...

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TCR E69: Per Sources from 2017-09-25T05:20

TCR Episode 69, the best episode ever. Holy CSGO roster moves Batman! This off month for CSGO is shaping up to be an exciting one.Suppo...

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TCR E68: IBP Unchained from 2017-09-25T05:19

TCR Episode 68, the best episode ever. We discuss the big news that IBP is officially unbanned at ESL events, the Krakow Major, and everyone's favourite segment; Clutch or Kick!Listen

TCR E67: Major Issues from 2017-09-25T05:17

TCR Episode 67, the best episode ever. We recap EVO and discuss the PGL Major thus far.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/th...

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TCR E66: PGL Krakow CSGO Major Preview on Sports Radio 1310am/96.7fm The Ticket from 2017-09-25T05:16

TCR Episode 66, the best episode ever. The boys preview everything you need to more and then some on the PGL Krakow CSGO Major. Originally aired live on Sports Radio 1310am/96.7fm The Ticket. www.t...

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TCR E65: EV-uh Oh from 2017-09-25T05:13

TCR Episode 65, the best episode ever™. The gang discuss the latest numbers for EVO17 what is DLC the plague that the FGC doesn't need, plus ESL One: Cologne Reminder! Next week's show wi...

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TCR E64: ECS Recap from 2017-09-24T14:07

TCR Episode 64, the best episode ever™. We breakdown the action of ECS Season 3 Finals, and Rocketleague coming to NBC. Please big show announcement! We will be broadcasting a LIVE PGL CSGO Major P...

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TCR E63: OW, CSGO, and E3. Oh my! from 2017-09-24T14:04

TCR Episode 63, the best episode ever™. We have our first attempt and recording the show at Tim's house (it went surprisingly well!) Tim and Anuj discuss the latest in OW and CSGO news. Also w...

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TCR E62: ESL Pro League Dallas Recap from 2017-09-24T14:02

TCR Episode 62, the best episode ever™. We discuss the weekend that was ESL Pro League Finals. From our experience covering the event to the matches. Be sure and check out our Youtube for all the p...

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TCR E61: ESL Pro League Dallas Preview from 2017-09-24T14:00

TCR Episode 61, the best episode ever™. The whole crew is back and just in time to tell you everything you need to know how ESL Pro League Finals.Listen

TCR E60: The Mysterious Case of Overwatch League from 2017-09-24T13:57

TCR Episode 60, the best episode ever™. Just Tim and Brett on this one while Anuj recovers from his sex change operation. They discuss the mystery that is the Overwatch League and just what is Bliz...

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TCR E59: Spring Cleaning from 2017-09-24T13:55

TCR Episode 59, the best episode ever™. Brett is out on assignment, getting the reports on the French CSGO scene in Paris. Anuj and Tim recap Dreamhack Austin, from the plays to the venue...to the ...

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TCR E58: DreamHack Austin Survival Guide from 2017-09-24T13:52

TCR Episode 58, the best episode ever™. We tell you (hopefully) everything you need to know before DreamHack Austin. From the games, expo area, music, and "secrets". Blu also joins the sh...

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TCR E57: Valve Major Issue from 2017-09-24T13:49

TCR Episode 57, the best episode ever™. We break down our thoughts on Star Ladder Season 3, and dive into The Salt Mine and ask the question. "Is this really the best way Valve?"Listen

TCR E56: Same Not Same from 2017-09-24T13:47

TCR Episode 56. The gang discussed their expectations for the Overwatch World Cup, and have fun with audio and ELeague SFV.Support the ...

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TCR E55: Decline and Fall of Hiko from 2017-09-24T13:46

TCR Episode 55, the best episode ever™. Brett serves a one show suspension (he knows what he did) while Anuj and Tim discuss the latest on Hiko and ESL VAC rule changes.Listen

TCR E54: Zach Dixon from Players Lounge from 2017-09-24T13:43

TCR Episode 54, the best episode ever™. We recap what turned out to be a very entertaining MLG Dallas, and Zach Dixon from Players Lounge joins the show to discuss www.playerslounge.co and their up...

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TCR E53: The Reality of Virtual from 2017-09-24T13:41

TCR Episode 53, the best episode ever™. We try our best to preview MLG Dallas with what little information the internet has to give on competitive CoD stats. Anuj returns and talks VR and its place...

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TCR E52: Mobile Esports from 2017-09-24T13:39

TCR Episode 52, the best episode ever™. In what turned out to be a very opinionated episode, Brett and Tim discuss their thoughts on mobile esports. Vain Glory, Clash Royal, and More. Also discuss ...

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TCR E51: Welcome to The Salt Mine from 2017-09-24T13:37

TCR Episode 51, the best episode ever™. With Dreamhack Las Vegas said and done, we give our closing thoughts on it, also what is the coaching role in esports. Plus introducing a brand new segmen, T...

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TCR E50: The Big 5-0 from 2017-09-24T13:36

TCR Episode 50, We finally made it! Big milestone for the show with episode 50. We discuss the latest in CSGO roster moves (yes, there are more), and we have fun with one of our favourite reoccurri...

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TCR E49: The Last Episode About Eleague Major from 2017-09-21T15:11

TCR Episode 49, the best episode ever™. We go over our final thoughts on ELeague Major...we promise. Next week we get back to the swing of things and talk about more than just CSGO, but c'mon!...

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TCR E48: Mid-Major Playoff Preview Sort of Not Really from 2017-09-21T15:09

TCR Episode 48, the best episode ever™. Our good friend Anuj and Tim's brother joins the show to break down the Eleague Major so far and What has Tim excited for Evo 2017. Listen

TCR E47: ELeague Major Preview from 2017-09-21T15:07

We break down everything you need to know about the Eleague Major. Also we introduce a new news segment (again), but this time at the start of the show!Listen

TCR E46: Who PEA-ed In Your Cereal? from 2017-09-21T15:04

The esports drama is in high gear to start 2017: PEA lays it's laws in an attempt to ban the participating teams from other leagues -- namely the EPL. Sean Gares shares some personal pics with...

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TCR E45: RNGesus Giveth RNGesus Taketh from 2017-09-21T15:02

TCR Episode 45, the best episode ever. ESL Pro League Season 4 has wrapped, and Cloud9 apparently "stole" the win by dominating all of the competition. Liquid is still struggling to find ...

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TCR E44: State of the Union from 2017-09-21T14:59

TCR Episode 44, the best episode ever™. State of the Union: CSGO edition. With ESL Pro League online season wrapping up, we're recapping the state of counter strike: team fluctuations, results...

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TCR E43: Esports and the NBA from 2017-09-21T14:57

TCR Episode 43, the best episode ever™. Esports and the NBA dives into the connections the NBA and esports have grown in recent years. A recap of ESL One New York: a premier Counter Strike tourname...

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TCR E42: Clutch or Kick? Where’s Your Sign from 2017-09-21T14:54

TCR Episode 42, the best episode ever™. Clutch or Kick returns with populous topics ranging from Liquid failing to do... anything, Optic doing... something, and signs doing... way too much. We star...

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TCR E41: “WESAPEA For Success” – SirScoots from 2017-09-21T14:52

TCR Episode 41, the best episode ever™. An exciting journey through the StarLadder i-League StarSeries Season 2 LAN Finals. Yes, that's the actual name and yes, it's ridiculous. Also brea...

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TCR E40: Contact Us (In the Outtro) from 2017-09-21T14:50

TCR Episode 40, the best episode ever™. Actual episode 40 is finally here! Cloud9 is returning to their original form, and we've got some serious fanboydom going on in the studio. Overwatch op...

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TCR E39: Show Me The Stats! Overwatch Edition from 2017-09-21T14:47

TCR Episode 39, the best episode ever™. We breaking some major news this episode! Wait... wrong show? On episode 39, we're getting into the Atlantic Showdown; Overwatch's first premiere t...

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TCR E38: If You Aren’t Cheating, You Aren’t Trying from 2017-09-21T14:45

TCR Episode 38, the best episode ever™. A quick 2016 TI update, followed by two of the hottest stories in esports today. Cheating, and community involvement in developer decisions. What we know, wh...

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TCR E37: World Wide Leader in… Esports? from 2017-09-21T14:43

TCR Episode 37, the best episode ever™. E-League Season 1 wraps up with a historical first place finish from Virtus.Premiere. We bring you a short recap, impressions, and story lines to follow as w...

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TCR E36: EVO-lution of an Interview from 2017-09-21T14:42

TCR Episode 36, the best episode ever. An exciting weekend of FGC and EVO 2016 wrapped up on Sunday. Get the recap, the story lines, the drama right here on TCR. An interview with Ricky Lumpkin, co...

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TCR E35: Disrespect Abound from 2017-09-21T14:38

We're recapping the ESL One Cologne Major and covering the absolutely insane qualifier that is going to take place before the next major. Finally, we're breaking down the E-League-SK-LG d...

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TCR E34: The Big Major Preview (Hosted Live on 1310 The Ticket) from 2017-09-21T14:35

Episode 34, hosted live on DFW's number 1 sports talk radio station: 1310 The Ticket. If you missed it on the radio, here's a commercial free version for your listening pleasure. We cover...

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TCR E33: Musical Chairs and You. Why the Shuffle is a Horrible Dance from 2017-09-21T14:33

Episode 33, the best episode ever, has now arrived. Tim and Brandon are breaking down the musical chairs that is the Team Liquid Roster -- with that, a small taste of what's to come with ESL O...

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TCR E32: Clutch or Kick Returns from 2017-09-21T14:31

Episode 32, the best episode yet, has now arrived. We're talking the first week of E-League, and what we think Turner is getting right, and wrong. Middle segment is the triumphant return of Cl...

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TCR E31: An Esport Story from 2017-09-21T14:28

After a long two-week hiatus, we're back with episode 31 of @TheCenterRing esports podcast. We're catching up on everything from our reaction to DreamHack Austin, the World Esports Associ...

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TCR E30: DreamHack Austin Preview from 2017-09-21T14:26

On this week's TCR episode, we're talking DreamHack Austin -- EVERYTHING! Smash, CS:GO, Heroes of the Storm, excitement. We'll also dive into the tournament over-saturation and fatig...

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TCR E29: The Line Has Been Drawn from 2017-09-21T14:24

On this week's TCR episode, we're talking Heroes of the Storm: EU Summer Regional Championship, ESL and Team YP controversy. We'll round the show out with a bit of CS:GO team news fo...

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TCR E28: Graduation from Esports University from 2017-09-21T14:22

On this week's TCR episode, we're talking CS:GO News punctuated by DreamHack Masters Malm\u246\u ending with an exciting Ninjas in Pyjamas win. Our second segment dives into the Team Blaz...

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TCR E27: A Day Late and a News Story Short from 2017-09-21T14:19

An incredibly exciting episode that covers the day-after-the-previous-episode-released Esports Championship Series; a $3.5 million dollar season long tournament. Second topic? Esports on TV, again!...

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TCR E26: Team USA and the MLG Major from 2017-09-21T14:17

We're recapping the amazing event out of Columbus, OH: The 2016 MLG Columbus Major. $1 Million was on the line, and the excitement in the building could not be matched. We talk behind the scen...

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TCR E25: The Quarter Century Mark from 2017-09-19T14:15

The MLG Columbus Major wraps up day 1 with some surprising... and some not so surprising group results. We're recapping them here! ESL announces an Esports Hall of Fame, but who really belongs...

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TCR E24: What Do You Get When You Offer $1 Million? from 2017-09-18T16:17

TCR's 6 Month Anniversary Episode. We're diving deep into the upcoming MLG Columbus CS:GO Major with this special episode. Group predictions, tournament happenings, and the easiest champi...

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TCR E23: Fnatic VS Everyone from 2017-09-18T16:16

This week on #TCRTuesday, we're talking the two major tournaments that just wrapped up: Shanghai Dota2 Major, and IEM Katowice, and everything that goes with them. Stolen gear, a missing Maser...

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TCR E22: Major Qualifier Major Visa Issues and Major Drama from 2017-09-18T16:14

This week on #TCRTuesday, MLG Major Qualifier Surprises: Team Liquid coming together as a team, and Splyce showing they belong. Visa discussion, or why Splyce had to show they belong. Finally, we d...

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TCR E21: Clutch or Kick from 2017-09-18T16:12

This week on #TCRTuesday, we're bringing back Clutch or Kick--a segment where we cover controversial issues and decide if they're even worth our attention. We've got Matchfixing, Cyb...

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TCR E20: The Curious Case of Virtus Pro from 2017-09-18T16:10

This week on TCR, we're talking ESL Pro League week 1 and 2: what's going on with CLG? Is Optic Gaming's 1st place really as impressive as it looks? More importantly, why is no one t...

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TCR E19: Another Day Another Drama from 2017-09-18T16:08

This week in esports drama: Vulcun's parent company caught hijacking browsers and force feeding ads through an extension. That extension is ninja installed through an update to a popular game:...

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TCR E18: Validation Schmalidation from 2017-09-18T16:04

Why do esports feel the need to be validated by outside media? Better yet, why do esports attack those who don't? We're diving into the discussion thanks to one fateful tweet by a profess...

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TCR E17: Homegrown VS Big Money from 2017-09-18T16:03

This episode is covering some interesting, thought provoking topics surrounding the role of homegrown tournaments VS big developer backed circuits, spurred by a wonderful Daily Dot article by Steve...

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TCR E16: A Brief History of Everything Pt. 2 from 2017-09-18T16:01

An exciting episode featuring an interview with the incredibly talented Jason Roman of GotFrag and GameSense. Also including Starladder CS:GO and Dota2 recaps, TQM joins Astralis--the first player ...

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TCR E15: The Calm Before the Storm from 2017-09-18T15:58

Cloud 9 adds the controversial wunderkind, Stewie2k. Valve confirms the ex-iBUYPOWER players' worst nightmare--life time ban, and why you should care. We wrap it up with some story-not-stories...

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TCR E14: Blizzard/Activision from 2017-09-18T15:56

An epic discussion on several hot esports topics! Activision/Blizzard's purchase of MLG. Public player salaries. Turner Eleague's Road to Vegas finals, and much more. Listen

TCR E13: Who is More Important Devs or Players? from 2017-09-18T15:54

An epic discussion on the accountability of developers, and who esports needs more -- the games, or the community. We're also covering the ESL/ESEA Pro League Finals, of which Fnatic continued...

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TCR E12: Do The Shuffle! from 2017-09-18T15:53

We're covering the Fragbite Masters Season 5 Finals, CS:GO Roster Moves, #CapcomCup2015, Call of Duty World League Qualifiers, and more. What don't we talk about!? And of course, The Micr...

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TCR E11: Sorry Not Sorry from 2017-09-18T15:50

We're covering the Richard Lewis and Loda controversy--a hot topic in esports, as well as the tournament it overshadowed: FACEIT Season 3 Finals at DreamHack Winter. And of course, The Micro!<...

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TCR E10: A Brief History of Everything from 2017-09-18T15:49

We're introducing a new segment this episode: Did You Know? Do you know where the popular .GG domain comes from? Find out. We've also got an indepth interview with the Production Master h...

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TCR E9: North American Counter Strike. Wut? from 2017-09-18T15:46

Episode 9 A podcast that brings you the hot takes of esports directly on-demand, and on-the-go. Never miss a play, tournament, or story by subscribing in iTunes. We're covering the IBuyPower I...

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8: Those Ninjas Always Causing Trouble from 2017-09-18T15:44

This episode covers the announcement of the IEM San Jose CS:GO Bracket, Ninja controversy (what's new!?), and a recap of the CEVO Season 8 Pro Finals. Of course, we end the show with The Mi...

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7: The Biggest Weekend in Esports from 2017-09-18T15:42

This episode covers the 2015 League of Legends Worlds Champions, an interview with Mastery.gg's CEO Matt Rutledge, and some serious talk about the CS:GO Major DreamHack Open Cluj. Of course...

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6: Please Sign Here from 2017-09-18T15:39

This episode covers the Fnatic Contract Controversy, the brand-new Clutch or Kick segment, and DreamHack: Cluj preview and predictions. Of course, we end the show with The Micro.

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5: Is Your Pro a Bro? from 2017-09-18T15:38

This episode covers MLG New Orleans World Finals, an interview with Senior Global Esports with Razer: Justin Dellario, and Pros not being Bros (cheating and match fixing by professional players)...

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4: The Big House Does it Right from 2017-09-18T15:35

We are covering The Big House 5 Smash Brothers, EGL skipping out on $40,000 of prize money, and Riot Games requesting teams remove G2A as a title sponsor. Of course, closing with The Micro – the...

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3: I'm Going to be on TV, Mom. from 2017-09-18T15:34

This episode is all about Roster Moves in Counter Strike, the ESL Major in Cluj, ESL One NYC Info, TBS Announcing their Televised League, and Activision's upcoming Call of Duty League. Of c...

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2: We Must Band Together! from 2017-09-18T15:32

This episode covers DreamHack London recap, DeamHack Stockholm preview, MLG Dota 2 World Finals Qualifier recap. A discussion on the eSports Player Union proposal from Richard Lewis. Bookended b...

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1: The Beginning from 2017-09-18T15:30

TCR Radio, Episode 1: A podcast that brings the news and happenings of eSports directly to your ear, on-demand, on-the-go. Never miss a play, tournament, or story by subscribing in iTunes or our...

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1: The Beginning from 2017-09-18T15:30

TCR Radio, Episode 1: A podcast that brings the news and happenings of eSports directly to your ear, on-demand, on-the-go. Never miss a play, tournament, or story by subscribing in iTunes or our...

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373: Lost Ark Too Soon Review, CSGO Katowice, Super Bowl Talk from 2022-02-15T22:00

372: BLAST Recap, ValoRANT, Halo is Dead from 2022-02-07T22:00

371: BLAST, Clutch or Kick, New Games, and more from 2022-01-31T23:00

370: Microsoft Buying Activision Blizzard, ESL/Faceit Merging from 2022-01-24T22:00

369: 2021 TCR Esports Awards - The Timmys from 2022-01-18T22:00

368: Women in Esports, CS Roster Moves, and More Catching Up from 2022-01-10T22:00

367: 2021 Esports Tier List from 2022-01-03T23:00

366: VCT Champs Recap, Ben Goldhaber of Juked, Halo Drama from 2021-12-13T23:00

365: VCT Champs, CSGO Talk, SENS Choke, NaVi is Still Good from 2021-12-06T22:00

364: HALO IS BACK! and a lot of Yikes of the Week from 2021-11-22T22:00

363: CSGO Major Recap, Worlds, OpTic Texas, Yikes of the Week from 2021-11-08T22:00

362: CSGO Major So Far, Blizzard Delays, Yikes, and more from 2021-11-02T21:00

361: PGL Major Stockholm 2021 Preview! from 2021-10-18T21:00

360: CSGO Major, BF2042 Too Soon Review, LCQ, Yikes of the Week from 2021-10-12T21:00

359: CSGO Talk, Halo Infinite Beta Wk3, TI Refunds Tickets, and more from 2021-10-04T21:00

358: LoL Worlds Preview w/ Keven Correa, Nadeshot Good Dude, Yikes from 2021-09-26T21:00

357: VCT Berlin Recap, Envy Best FPS Org?, Controller vs MKB, and more from 2021-09-21T22:00

356: VCT Berlin Thus Far, ESL Pro League Recap, OpTic FaZe Collab, and more from 2021-09-14T21:00

355: VCT Berlin Preview, OpTic FaZe Collab, /Spit, and more from 2021-09-07T21:00

354: CDL Rostermani, Halo Esports News, Yikes of the Week from 2021-08-30T21:00

353: Gamescon Reactions, Halo Infinite News, and more from 2021-08-25T21:00

352: CDL Champs Recap, Good Dudes of the Week, Yikes, and more from 2021-08-23T21:00

351: CDL Champ Preview from 2021-08-18T21:00

350: VCT Playoffs Update, Yikes of the Week, and more from 2021-08-15T21:00

349: CSGO vs Valorant from 2021-08-11T21:00

348: VCT Stage 3 Playoff Preview, Yikes of the Week and more from 2021-08-09T21:00

347: Splitgate Hype, Blizzard Yikes, CSGO Hackers, CDL Major 5, and more from 2021-08-04T21:00

346: ValoRANTING, Activision-Blizzard's Response, Yikes of the Week from 2021-07-28T21:00

345: Is Blizzard the Baddies? Too Soon Review Pokémon Unite, and more from 2021-07-22T21:00

344: IEM Cologne Recap, Year of s1mple, Yikes of the Week from 2021-07-18T21:00

343: IEM Cologne Playoff Preview, and Esports PPV from 2021-07-14T21:00

342: Cologne, VCT Recap, CS Viewership, Yikes of the Week, and more from 2021-07-12T21:00

341: IEM Cologne Update, What's Next for EG, and more from 2021-07-07T21:00

340: VCT Stage 3 Update, FaZe Clan Sucks, Yikes of the Week from 2021-07-04T21:00

339: ValoRANTING, Brax is back, Yikes of the Week, Overwatch Triple Yikes from 2021-06-30T21:00

338: CS Talk, Clutch or Kick CoD, and more from 2021-06-24T21:00

337: CDL Stage 4 Major, BLAST Spring, Yikes of the Week from 2021-06-21T22:00

336: E3 2021 Recap, Battlefield 2024, Halo Infinite, and more! from 2021-06-16T21:00

335: Adderall in Esports, CoD Drama, Battlefield 6 from 2021-06-09T21:00

334: E3 Preview w/ UnfilteredNerd , Yikes of the Week, and more from 2021-06-07T21:00

333: TenZ to Sens, coldzera Benched on FaZe, Happy Birthday Valorant from 2021-06-02T22:00

332: VCT Masters Recap, NA is the BEST from 2021-05-30T21:00

331: NA is the Greatest, VCT Masters Update, More You Know from 2021-05-26T21:00

330: OW2 5v5 Update, Yikes of the Week from 2021-05-23T21:00

329: VCT Stage 2 Masters Preview from 2021-05-19T21:00

328: Rambo-HC of Dallas Empire Interview, Flashpoint/NIP Drama, YotW, and more from 2021-05-16T21:00

327: DreamHack Masters Recap, Yikes of the Week, Apex Arena First Impressions from 2021-05-09T21:00

326: Clutch or Kick, Huke on Thieves, Moses out on Liquid, and more from 2021-05-05T21:00

325: Mortal Kombat Review: DreamHack Master Playoffs, Yikes, Good Dude from 2021-05-02T21:00

324: Device Leaves Astralis, Huke Benched, Breeze Impressions from 2021-04-28T22:00

323: Jeff Kaplan Out at Blizzard, What is OWL Doing, C9 is Sweeping League from 2021-04-25T22:00

322: BLAST Update, CS Roster News, Yikes, and more from 2021-04-14T21:00

321: Championship Sundae: VCT, CDL, ESL, LCS, and more! from 2021-04-11T21:00

320: VCT Stage 2 Update, and Hiko is a Good Dude from 2021-04-07T21:00

319: CDL Stage 2, Yikes of the Week, Salt Mine, and more from 2021-04-04T21:00

318: ValoRANT News, Wild Rift Impressions, and more from 2021-03-31T21:00

317: The Collapse of The Colossal, C9 Drops CS, ESL Pro League, YotW from 2021-03-28T21:00

316: 100 Thieves Valorant vs Riot from 2021-03-25T21:00

315: Valorant VCT Recap and Yikes of the Week from 2021-03-21T21:00

314: Bizzard Layoffs and OWL Restructure from 2021-03-18T21:00

313: VCT Update, TenZ is Still Good, Interview with Jay, Yikes of the Week from 2021-03-14T23:00

312: VCT Masters Preview, Sinatraa Suspended, and more from 2021-03-10T23:00

311: VCT, CDL Major Recap, Thorin Quits, Yikes of the Week from 2021-03-07T22:00

310: CDL Talk and Major Preview, Danny Martin CEO of Esposure from 2021-03-03T22:00

309: Katowice Recap, ValoRANT, Yikes of the Week from 2021-02-28T22:00

308: Katowice Playoffs Preview, EG Temperature Interview from 2021-02-24T22:00

307: Blizzcon, Katowice, We Survived, Yikes of the Week from 2021-02-22T22:00

306: Why CS is the Worst/Best from 2021-02-10T23:00

305: CDL Preview, T1 Drops Brax/AZK, Yikes of the Week from 2021-02-08T23:00

304: Twistzz to FaZe, Kjaerbye's Future, Clutch or Kick from 2021-02-03T22:00

303: LA Valiant to China, IGC is the Worst, and OWL on Life Support from 2021-01-31T22:00

302: Emergency Yikes!, Blast Recap, Loaded Enews from 2021-01-27T22:00

301: Ryan from Rush B Media, Yikes of the Week, from 2021-01-18T22:00

300: Envy Drops CS, TenZ Quits C9, Looking back on 300 Episodes from 2021-01-13T23:00

299: FalleN to Liquid, Dekay vs Hastr0, YotW from 2021-01-10T22:00

298: The Longest Enews Ever from 2021-01-06T22:00

297: The Center Ring Esports Awards - The Timmys from 2020-12-21T23:00

296: Clutch or Kick, Twitch Bans Words, Not EZ4ENCE from 2020-12-16T22:00