50 episodes of FEED THE TROLLS! We had to do something special for this one. So we got an actual legend to join us. Taz is in the mix and giving Thorin and I insight into his time as coach at G2.#cs2esports #cs2 #G2Timestamps:00:00:00 50th Episode!00:01:58 Is fan service necessary in modern day CS00:05:53 Taz sums up his time on G200:09:35 Coaching stars like m0NESY and Niko00:14:52 Fan misconceptions00:21:17 The timeouts topic00:31:03 Misconceptions of coaches00:41:53 The mental aspects of comp...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 50
Steel joins Feed The Trolls alongside Thorin and I to discuss the Austin Major Grand Final - with a deep dive into The Mongolz performance. #cs2 #cs2esports #TheMongolzRecorded 24/06/2025Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction03:12 Major Finalists: The Mongolz07:32 Analyzing Mongolz play style11:45 Vitality v Mongolz: A tactical breakdown22:01 Strategies & Timing25:09 Roster change conversation not happening35:09 Gatekeeper archetype39:58 Raising the Skill Floor: Challenge for teams44:47 Second half ...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 49
We talk about Falcons and what the hell happened at the Major. There, done. Featuring Thorin, obvs and NER0 joins in as well. #teamfalcons #cs2esports This was recorded on 13 June 2025Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:19 Should zonic be fired?09:22 Does Team Falcons struggle with mental pressure?13:40 m0NESY's sleep schedule & Lars the scapegoat16:24 CS Performance Coaches18:34 Is Niko the problem?26:36 The perfect Falcons lineup34:28 GM to blame?42:08 Chewing & spitting out good players54...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 48
This was meant to be an episode discussing which team could potentially win the BLAST Austin Major. We got kassad to join Thorin and I.... he has a bone to pick with Falcons! Haha. Recorded 30 May 2025Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Hot Take Point Made LOL03:28 Who wins the Major08:11 The Vitality legacy12:29 We just forgot NAVI19:23 Underdogs: MongolZ and Aurora22:51 FaZe Copium26:03 Heroic are bots - s1mple27:44 Teams vs Player support30:16 Zywoo fans come here31:03 Falcons could win the Major32:...
Jun 05, 2025•53 min•Ep. 47
When BESTIA allegedly missed a visa deadline for the BLAST Austin Major it became a big topic of conversation in Counter-Strike. So let's unpack it with Messioso. Recorded 29/05/2025Timestamps:00:00 Introduction 06:30 BLAST Austin Major VISA deadline14:58 BLAST Tournament Participation Agreement20:50 What if this were donk?27:58 What happened with BESTIA37:18 BESTIA threaten legal action41:29 Valve getting involved46:49 The impact of delayed deadlines53:45 Public perception if it were, for examp...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 46
The PGL Astana recap is here. Voo, Thorin & I take a look at the event and chat about the results: From donk's sad face & hooXi's return to cadiaN catching a ton of strays. Lots to unpack.Recorded 20/05/2025Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction - where in the world are we01:46 HooXi's back!14:17 What does cadiaN do now?16:32 Fallen to the rifle20:08 FURIA Copium21:57 Why donk was so sad28:06 Spirit, Kyousuke & winning Majors45:10 Troubles at NAVI53:38 s1mple back to NAVI?56:23 Old Boys Club...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 45
The Astralis Episode Is Here! 🧨Yes, we cover the big roster move—HooXi joining Astralis and cadiaN being benched—but that’s just the start. This episode takes a sharp turn into uncharted territory as we deep-dive into Astralis potentially being sold. It’s not your typical roster drama.Thorin and I take a step back, and lurppis takes the reins, offering a masterclass on esports business models, the complexities of selling teams, and what the future might look like for Astralis and the broader es...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 44
FalleN now rifling for FURIA. The Brazillian team signs molodoy to AWP. Finally, they bring in YEKINDAR as a stand in, benching skullz. Moses is on Feed The Trolls this week with Thorin and I to try make sense of it all. This episode was recorded 26 April 2025.Timestamps: 00:00 What the hell is happening at FURIA05:52 Brazillian buy-outs issue08:40 FURIA roster shuffle so close to the Austin Major11:04 Fallen the rifler22:02 chelo and Skullz benching justified? 25:34 Thoughts on molodoy 33:43 Po...
Apr 29, 2025•57 min•Ep. 43
BDog is back on Sell Me This Pro, and this time we’re zeroing in on FURIA’s wildcard move — the signing of Kazakh AWPer molodoy.Who is this young former AMKAL player? Can he bring the firepower and composure FURIA needs as they go international? Or is this just another gamble in the org’s long list of roster experiments? We dig into buyouts, roles, and what this means for the legend falleN.📅 Filmed on 15 April 2025⏱ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction00:51 – FURIA goes international04:00 – Buyouts ...
Apr 24, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Of course Thorin and I were going to do the Team Falcons episode. Nohte from hltvorg joins us. We talk about the Falcons performance at PGL Bucharest, the m0NESY move, the Kyousuke rumours, the G2 fallout and we rate zonic as a coach. There's a lot. It's all here. Recorded 17 April 2025. Timestamps:00:00 Introduction04:01 Why do fans meme on Team Falcons?08:41 m0NESY and Kyousuke leaks12:04 Reflections on PGL Bucharest win15:01 Future prospects with m0NESY18:46 What the hell is happening with G2...
Apr 22, 2025•59 min•Ep. 42
Tier 2 CS is heating up this week 🔥Here’s your quick catch-up on what’s happening in competitive Counter-Strike right now.We’re breaking down the teams playing in the YaLLa Compass Finals, why the event was moved from a LAN in Qatar to online, and what that means for the players. Plus, we take a look at how the European Major RMR Qualifiers (MRQs) are shaping up.📅 This video was filmed on 15 April 2025.⏱ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro02:21 – YaLLa Compass: LAN to Online07:31 – VRS Turmoil15:29 – Eye...
Apr 22, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 4
After Team Liquid added Siuhy to their roster and then had a dismal performance at PGL Bucharest, it felt like a good time to focus in on them. Ne0kai joins Thorin and I for this episode to unpack Team Liquid's road to the Austin Major. This was recorded on 10 April 2025Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction01:33 Twistzz as IGL for Team Liquid09:16 Star players moving to IGL - does it work?10:22 Liquid adds Nertz13:45 jks benched22:10 Why was Siuhy benched at MOUZ?31:35 Can Siuhy save Liquid34:56 The ro...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 41
Are we going to see more Vitality MOUZ final match ups in 2025? Is the Vitality era upon us? Can MOUZ lift a trophy? All these questions and many more answered on this episode of Feed The Trolls. Dust joins Thorin & me to talk about what could be the start of THE 2025 CS rivalry. Timestamps:00:00 Introduction04:22 Who left or arrived first - spinx or siuhy?08:20 MOUZ - just a firepower upgrade? 17:25 Will MOUZ be easy to read? 19:18 Rating Brollan as an IGL30:24 Free Agent ropz36:11 Vitality...
Apr 05, 2025•58 min•Ep. 40
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 Supers...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 39
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 z...
Mar 19, 2025•56 min•Ep. 38
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 kn...
Mar 11, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 3
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...
Mar 05, 2025•59 min•Ep. 37
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 C...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 36
🔥 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.📅 Re...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 35
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 Febru...
Feb 21, 2025•49 min•Season 2Ep. 2
🔥 Bubzkji Returns! Breaking Down NiP’s 2025 Roster w/ Thorin & Tech Girl 🔥 The Ninjas in Pyjamas (NiP) have rebuilt their Counter-Strike roster for 2025, but will it be enough to compete at the highest level? 🤔 Bubzkji, Thorin, and I dive deep into NiP’s past, present, and future, analyzing key signings like r1nkle, ewjerks, and arrozdoce. We also discuss the impact of Xizt, Snappi’s struggles with Team Falcons, and how the Valve Ranking System affects NiP’s chances. 📅 Recorded on: 31 Ja...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 34
The new Valve Ranking System has shaken up the Counter-Strike competitive scene, especially for Tier 2 teams. In this episode, THREAT from NiP joins myself and Thorin to unpack this complicated system and its impact on players, teams, and tournament organizers. We dive into the mechanics of the ranking points, discuss loopholes, and explore how the system affects smaller teams striving for success. From the challenges of open qualifiers to financial viability for organizations, we break down the...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 33
SELL ME THIS PRO is back, and this time, we're diving into Heroic's bold new 2025 roster! 🕹️🔥When Falcons swooped in and signed Heroic's core roster fresh off their Shanghai success, it raised eyebrows across the Counter-Strike scene. But Heroic's response? Assembling a fresh lineup featuring the SANGAL core along with tn1R and Nilo—and it's already turning heads. In this episode, @BDogCS and I break it all down: from saw's coaching style to player roles and the business behind building a top-...
Jan 24, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In Episode 32 of Feed The Trolls, Thorin and I are joined by launders to dive deep into EliGE signing with FaZe Clan and ropz's departure. How will EliGE’s arrival impact FaZe? What does ropz’s exit mean for the lineup? And can FaZe dominate Vitality heading into 2025? 📅 Recorded on January 17, 2025 Timestamps: 00:00 First thoughts on EliGE to FaZe 10:48 EliGE's "Vibe Check" 18:50 karrigan is the GOAT 21:20 EliGE's time on Complexity 24:30 Communication styles change with maturity and talent 26...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 32
NiKo’s long-rumored move to Team Falcons is finally confirmed, shaking up the Counter-Strike scene! Leaving G2 behind, he steps into a roster crafted by legendary coach zonic—but does this move solidify NiKo’s legacy or is it all about the paycheck? In Episode 31 of Feed The Trolls, Thorin, austincsgo and I unpack everything about this monumental transfer. From G2’s Shanghai Major performance to the dynamics of transitioning from CS:GO to CS2, we break down the key talking points and the impact ...
Jan 13, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 31
Feed The Trolls | Surprise Final Episode 2024 | Major, Player of the Year & Team Falcons Welcome to the surprise final episode of Feed The Trolls for 2024! 🎉 In this special wrap-up, we revisit some of our boldest takes from the past 30 episodes and ask: where did we nail it, and where did we miss the mark? Joining us is none other than NER0, and together we tackle everything from the Major to Player of the Year, hooXi’s evolution, and the future of Team Falcons. 🔥 Topics Covered: FaZe Cla...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 30
Edward Cleland on Player Mindset, CS2 Team Dynamics & Handling Pressure In this episode of Mind Games, I sit down with Edward Cleland, a renowned performance coach who has worked with top CS2 teams like G2 and Team Liquid. Edward shares his approach to helping players focus under pressure, manage online criticism, and navigate the complexities of competitive Counter-Strike. We dive into how he builds trust with players, manages egos, and balances relationships between teams and organizations...
Dec 20, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 2
What to Expect at the Perfect World Shanghai Major | NAVI, s1mple, m0NESY & More @Thooorin and I are joined by Dust (yes, he’s on the desk for the Shanghai Major!) to break down what fans can expect from this highly anticipated Counter-Strike event. From NAVI’s shocking exit to m0NESY’s rumored move to Team Falcons, we cover all the drama, storylines, and predictions leading up to the finals. Key Topics Discussed: 🔸 Green room leaks and insider takes 🔸 NAVI: Out of the Major but still team...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 29
Mind Games Ep. 4 | Jack Birtwhistle on Managing Vitality, Zywoo & CS2 Playoff Prep In this episode of Mind Games, I’m joined by Jack Birtwhistle, the performance manager for Team Vitality, fresh off their impressive run to the Perfect World Shanghai Major playoffs. Jack shares his unique journey from rugby to esports and offers a behind-the-scenes look at how he supports one of the top Counter-Strike teams in the world. We dive into his approach to managing Vitality’s roster, including worki...
Dec 09, 2024•37 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Astralis, br0, and ESIC’s Weak Ruling: The Fallout The Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) has ruled on Astralis’ emergency substitution of cadiaN for br0 at the BLAST Fall Finals, and the punishment? Weak, to say the least. With the Major hype dominating the scene, this critical issue risks being swept under the rug. That’s why @Thooorin Ne0kai and I dive deep into the ruling, the controversy, and what it means for competitive Counter-Strike. From concerns about integrity to the legal, player, ...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 28
