What the hell is happening to NAVI? And can it be fixed? Gamerlegion coach Ash is on this episode with Thorin & I to unpack the teams recent results and THAT HLTV interview with B1ad3.This one: https://www.hltv.org/news/41298/b1ad3-i-think-for-us-it-is-crucial-to-become-more-humbleTimestamps: 00:00 Introduction02:51 NAVI performance at BLAST Lisbon04:35 NAVI Team Dynamics10:55 Should we release tech pause clips?17:36 Why was 2024 NAVI so good?22:25 The problem with being the best30:50 Superstar player versus coach impact40:15 Seven Map Pool47:50 Who do you replace and with who?58:20 Addressing B1ad3's comments about Skybox EDGE01:05:05 Does NAVI make the quarter finals of the Austin Major Follow Ash on YouTube: youtube.com/@UCx0lAEQiTIIXxf90bR6bY7w Follow Thorin on X: www.x.com/Thorin Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9gK16bcMwoh_ldmhhR0xg/joinFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My Gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_YPK3JP8KRFVVA60VTHBVGet 5% off your Vertagear purchase from Evetech if you use the code TECHGIRL on check out. Powered by ASUS ROG.

This episode is pretty much described by the title. I convinced Thorin & zews to put together an IGL Tier List - giving us their top 5 IGLs of 2025 (so far). 00:00 Introduction00:49 What makes a good IGL09:11 What an IGL actually does11:07 AleksiB - NAVI14:30 Apex - Vitality18:27 Chopper - Spirit23:59 karrigan - FaZe 33:29 zews Top 5 IGLs (Twistzz mentions)36:31 Thorin Top 5 IGLs (Blitz & biguzera)47:43 Siuhy ex MOUZ52:42 Mauisnake hate on snaxFollow Thorin on X: www.x.com/thorinFollow zews on X: www.x.com/zewsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9gK16bcMwoh_ldmhhR0xg/joinFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My Gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_YPK3JP8KRFVVA60VTHBVGet 5% off your Vertagear purchase from Evetech if you use the code TECHGIRL on check out. Powered by ASUS ROG.

Bet you figured if we were doing a Spirit Academy episode of SELL ME THIS PRO, we'd be going on about Kyousuke... well, you're wrong. BDog wants to talk about SYPH0, so that's what we're going to do.SYPH0 has been making waves in the CS2 academy scene, and we’re diving deep into his playstyle, CS IQ, and potential future in Tier 1 Counter-Strike. Could he be the next breakout star? And more importantly—could he replace magixx in Team Spirit?💬 Do you think SYPH0 is ready for Tier 1 CS? Let us know in the comments!📅 Recorded: 3 March 2025⏰ Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:55 Why we're not talking about Kyousuke02:57 Spirit Academy development strategy06:53 Who the hell is SYPH0?12:02 CS IQ16:11 Academy team opportunities20:12 What does SYPH0 still need to work on?22:41 Can SYPH0 replace magixx?25:49 What Tier 1 lineup would SYPH0 fit into?31:40 Sell me SYPH035:44 The future of SELL ME THIS PRO🔔 Subscribe for more CS2 insights!#CounterStrike #CS2 #SpiritAcademy #SYPH0 #EsportsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9gK16bcMwoh_ldmhhR0xg/joinFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My Gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_YPK3JP8KRFVVA60VTHBVGet 5% off your Vertagear purchase from Evetech if you use the code TECHGIRL on check out. Powered by ASUS ROG.

The PGL Cluj playoffs gave us one of the more interesting Counter-Strike finishes in 2025 —no Vitality, no Na’Vi, and an unexpected champion in MOUZ. Falcons reached the Grand Final, Astralis is facing big questions, and NiKo’s move to Falcons is already being debated.HLTV’s Dempz joins Thorin and me to break it all down: Did MOUZ’s win prove they’re the real deal? Does NiKo regret leaving G2? And what’s next for FaZe, Astralis, and broky?Recorded 2 March 2025⏱ Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:49 MOUZ unexpected victory and team changes10:59 Spinx15:25 Team Falcons in a Grand Final23:00 Does NiKo regret moving to Falcons from G2?29:11 Third place games, yay or nay?33:22 The CadiaN crowd buff39:42 What now for Astralis?43:53 FaZe Up50:57 broky?53:07 Where to from here (& to the Major)Follow Thorin on X: www.x.com/ThorinFollow Dempz on X: www.x.com/KingDempzFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3IYV9R777HMQK/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1My gear (shop it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE)- Canon EOS M50 Mark ii- My PC: Z590-GUNDAM (Wi-Fi) Motherboard, ROG Strix RTX3080 Graphics Card, PSU ROG Strix 850G GUNDAM edition, Intel Core i7-10700 Processor & ROG Strix Helios GUNDAM edition case. - ROG Strix XG27AQV Gaming Monitor- TUF Gaming VG27VH1B- Carbon Black SL5800 Vertagear Chair#CounterStrike #PGLCluj #CS2 #CSEsports #NiKo #MOUZ #FaZe

The Valve Ranking System (VRS) has shaken up competitive Counter-Strike, but is it working as intended? In this episode IGL for NiP's women's team and competitive CS stalwart Vilga joins Thorin and me to breakdown the controversy around Imperial Female Team's invites to BLAST Bounty. IEM Katowice and PGL's recent event. We also discuss the overall state of women's Counter-Strike. Recorded 25 February 2025.🔥 Timestamps:00:00 Introduction02:49 The impact of Valve's Ranking System on competitive CS08:53 Misunderstandings around the VRS invite system12:01 Support of women CS players15:11 Cultural and sociological influences on gender in gaming24:06 Tech Girl Origins secret and personality dynamics in competition26:49 The importance of constructive criticism30:48 Expectations and performance of Women CS players37:12 Women's CS viewership and stereotypes42:33 Imperial Valkyries created more opportunities?55:21 The path to change in women's CSFind Thorin on X: www.x.com/ThorinFind Vilga on X: www.x.com/VilgaCSFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3IYV9R777HMQK/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1My gear (shop it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE)- Canon EOS M50 Mark ii- My PC: Z590-GUNDAM (Wi-Fi) Motherboard, ROG Strix RTX3080 Graphics Card, PSU ROG Strix 850G GUNDAM edition, Intel Core i7-10700 Processor & ROG Strix Helios GUNDAM edition case. - ROG Strix XG27AQV Gaming Monitor- TUF Gaming VG27VH1B#CounterStrike #CS2 #ValveRankingSystem #WomensCS #BLASTBounty #IEMKatowice #PGLCluj #FeedTheTrollsPodcast

🔥 Inside the Life of Esports Broadcast Talent | Veracity & Thorin Discuss CS Broadcasting 🎙️What’s it really like to work as an esports broadcaster in Counter-Strike? 🤔 In this episode, Veracity joins Thorin and me to pull back the curtain on the world of CS broadcasting—from the struggles of staying authentic to handling online hate and imposter syndrome. We also discuss the role of production, whether analyst desks are too bland, and why some analysts hold back their true opinions.📅 Recorded on: 27 January 2025⏰ Timestamps:00:00 Introduction02:23 Starting out in esports05:46 Trying to control broadcast talent07:37 Authenticity in CS broadcasting13:10 Working with CS players19:35 The maturation of CS broadcasting28:58 Online hate from fans39:47 The lack of feedback44:56 Imposter syndrome46:36 The role of production in talent performance54:46 Are analyst desks too bland?01:00:26 Why are analysts afraid of speaking their minds?#CounterStrike #CS2 #CSGO #Esports #EsportsBroadcasting #CS2Talent #Veracity #Thorin #GamingPodcast #CS2Esports #AnalystDesk #EsportsIndustry #CSBroadcast #TechGirlFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3IYV9R777HMQK/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1My gear (shop it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE)- Canon EOS M50 Mark ii- My PC: Z590-GUNDAM (Wi-Fi) Motherboard, ROG Strix RTX3080 Graphics Card, PSU ROG Strix 850G GUNDAM edition, Intel Core i7-10700 Processor & ROG Strix Helios GUNDAM edition case. - ROG Strix XG27AQV Gaming Monitor- TUF Gaming VG27VH1B

Which "Penny Stock" Pros Lived Up to the Hype? | Sell Me This Pro Season 1 RecapWe've spent Season 1 of Sell Me This Pro scouting the next generation of Counter-Strike talent—but who actually delivered? In this episode, we look back at the players we featured, whether BDog’s “penny stock” picks were worth the investment, and how they performed over time. Did Team Liquid’s gamble on ultimate pay off? Was 2024 a breakout year or a bust for ICY? And what about snow, r1nkle, and JBa?Recorded 4 February 2025Timestamps:📌 00:00 – Intro: Season 1 Recap🔥 01:47 – snow and paiN Gaming💰 10:16 – Team Liquid’s gamble on ultimate🚫 21:31 – 2024: A nonstarter for ICY🎯 29:01 – r1nkle’s role in NiP🔺 39:38 – JBa from Wildcard🤔 46:47 – Which players actually delivered?Find BDog on X: www.x.com/BDogCS#CS2 #CounterStrike #SellMeThisPro #Esports #HLTVFind me on the socials:Blog - http://www.techgirlblog.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/techgirlzaTwitter - http://www.twitter.com/techgirlzaFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/techgirlzaTwitch - http://www.twitch.tv/techgirlzaDiscord - https://discord.gg/SKvCd82nv4TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@TechGirlZA My wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3IYV9R777HMQK/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1My gear (shop it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techgirlza/list/3FH7APBG6UDTE)- Canon EOS M50 Mark ii- My PC: Z590-GUNDAM (Wi-Fi) Motherboard, ROG Strix RTX3080 Graphics Card, PSU ROG Strix 850G GUNDAM edition, Intel Core i7-10700 Processor & ROG Strix Helios GUNDAM edition case. - ROG Strix XG27AQV Gaming Monitor- TUF Gaming VG27VH1B