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The Hot Drop

Ivo "Kowo" Schenklinktr.ee
Join Kowo as he chats with a variety of guests of the PUBG and esports world.
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Episodes

Did BB Team deserve PGS8? EP 25 w BatulinS and Shrimzy

We got back together again after PGS, to look back on our Tierlist and see how things turned out. Then we ended up talking for over two hours, about roster moves, PGS, EWC quals, Nations Cup, POV streams, and quite literally anything else PUBG. Enjoy.If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my ⁠PUBG creator code Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast ⁠here Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:31) - 17 and the Hotdrop Buff (00:08:40) - Everyone studie...

Jun 02, 20252 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 25

24 Team PNC? EP 24 with Batu and Shrimzy

My guests Shrimzy and BatulinS are both on world favorite teams that under performed expectations in the last few months. We chatted about the recent regional series, the different regions heading into PGS7, and the global power ranking used for EWC invites. We then talked about 24 teams PNC, and made a full PGS7 tier list. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG creator code Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast here Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00:00) ...

Apr 18, 20251 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 24

EMEA Champion - EP 23 with Qwizzy

I sat down with Qwizzy from Geekay Esports who just won PEC this weekend. We talked about his past in teams like NaVi and VP, how he built a roster around himself, and obviously how they won PEC. We also spent some time talking about the state of PUBG esports, teams in other regions, and the recent drama around Killfeed tracking. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG creator code Geekay esports youtube channel Links to my twitch and the audio version of this podcast ⁠⁠...

Apr 02, 20251 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Comeback of the Year - EP 22 with Beami

I got a chance to talk with Beami about his time since he got 2nd at PGC 2021, his kick from FUT, fitting into VP and getting 4th this PGC. We talked a bit about how things work in VP now, what he thinks about TPP and the upcoming competitive season, some of the roster moves and much more. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my ⁠PUBG creator code⁠ Links to my twitch and the audio version of this podcast ⁠here⁠ Designs done by @Mam1c 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:23 - Finally back a...

Feb 16, 20251 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Second in the World - EP 21 with Purdykurty

Two hour yapping session with TSM's Purdykurty about pretty much everything PUBG Esports: We chatted a bit about his recent performances, the PGC format, teaming drama, roster moves, and then went on to the future of PUBG, his concerns and what he expects from the upcoming year. Purdy's Brutally Honest Q&A If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG creator code Links to my twitch and the audio version of this podcast here Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00:00) - Intro (0:03:...

Jan 09, 20251 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Hot Drop Thailand Edition - BatulinS and Gunner

Finally managed to organize an in person podcast! Joined by two legends, lots of serious topics, some fun ones, hope you guys enjoy! If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG creator code : Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast here : Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00 Intro (00:40) What do you do on practice days? (0:050) What happened to TWIS on the first day? (12:10) These short formats are a problem (20:30) The TWIS SQ rivalry is fun (24:10) The PGC forma...

Nov 03, 20241 hr 29 min

The King of Brazil - EP 19

Today I am joined by Sparkingg from TSM. We talk about the recent PNC, his path through multiple teams from different regions, his thoughts on the smash rule and EWC, and what he thinks could be done to support the western regions in PUBG. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG creator code Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast here Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:00) - How was Nations Cup for you? (00:06:13) - These short tournaments...

Sep 19, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Coaches of Europe - EP 18

IOn this episode I am joined by Scoom and TheTab, from VP and Twisted Minds. We talk about their transition into coaching, what makes a good coach, their thoughts on the new Smash Rule format, and answer some questions from you guys. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG ⁠⁠creator code⁠⁠ ! Links to my twitch and the audio version of this podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Designs done by @Mam1c Designs done by @Mam1c 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:06 - Scoom: His way into coaching 00:04:38 - Wo...

Aug 02, 20241 hr 45 minSeason 1Ep. 18

PGS Recap w Nixzye, BatulinS, Fludd & Shrimzy - EP 17

In this episode, we talk about everything that happened at PGS3 and 4, with four different guests: Shrimzy, Nixzye, BatulinS and Fludd. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG ⁠creator code⁠ ! Links to my twitch and the audio version of this podcast ⁠here⁠ Designs done by @Mam1c 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - Shrimzy: 2nd into 19th - What happened? 00:03:58 - Smash Rule is gonna be crazy 00:05:20 - How do you fix mentality issues? 00:08:17 - Why are you so underrated? 00:14...

Jun 24, 20241 hr 56 minSeason 1Ep. 17

FUT Roster Changes, PGS3 and PUBG Content with Teabone and Fludd - EP 16

For this episode I am joined by two guests: Teabone from FUT explains why they kicked Beami, and what their plans are for the upcoming tournaments. After that I chat with Fludd from Falcons about their recent performances winning PAS3, and what made him venture into the Content Creator world. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG ⁠⁠⁠creator code⁠⁠⁠ Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Designs done by @Mam1c 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:30 - Teab...

May 06, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 16

PGC 23, PEC 24, Cheater Drama with Jeemzz and Aitzy - EP 15

In this episode with Aitzy and Jeemzz we talk about what happened to FUT at PGC, how they are trying to adapt for PEC Spring, and what both teams did wrong to end up in the Last Chance Stage. We have a chat about recent cheater drama, content creation for esports players, and talk a lot about the upcoming PEC Finals (tierlist included). If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG ⁠⁠creator code⁠⁠ Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast ⁠⁠here⁠ Make your own ...

Mar 30, 20242 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 15

PUBG in 2024 with Shrimzy and Jeemzz - EP 14

In this episode I am joined by Shrimzy and Jeemzz. We chat about their respective PGC experience and how their teams have grown over the last years. We spend quite a bit of time chatting about coaching in pubg, how they practice to try and compete with eastern teams that get a lot more tournament time, and the upcoming year of PUBG esports. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG ⁠creator code⁠ Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast ⁠here 00:00:00 - Int...

Feb 11, 20241 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 14

PGC Drama & ROSTER ROYALE - EP 13

In this episode I chat to the four biggest EMEA teams making roster changes in the off-season. Lots of inside information on why some of these moves were made, plans for the new year, and some Stories from the recent PGC. If you enjoy the content, you can support for free using my PUBG creator code Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast here 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:56 - Naylup - How was the last year for EIQ 00:09:03 - Roster for the upcoming season? 00:15:11 - Adouzie - What ha...

Jan 13, 20241 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Viewer questions with BatulinS and jeemzz - EP 12 Part 2

The longest "10 minutes" of viewer questions you will ever listen to. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG ⁠creatorcode⁠ Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast ⁠here⁠ If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my ⁠patreon⁠ Designs done by @MaM1c (00:00) - Intro (00:40) - What is FaZe working on atm? (04:00) - Why is curexi so good? (05:25) - What is your favourite map in competitive? (11:30) - Who will each team br...

Oct 29, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Everything PUBG with Batulins & Jeemzz - EP 12 Part 1

In this episode Jimbo and I are joined by BatulinS. We chat about PEC Fall, why he wasn't happy despite them winning (again), and what to expect from this years PGC. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creatorcode Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast here If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my patreon Designs done by @MaM1c (00:00) Intro (04:00) How did PEC Fall feel for TWIS? (10:40) Why is TWIS struggli...

Oct 26, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Looking towards PNC - EP 11 Part 2

Part two of episode 11 is mainly about the upcoming PNC, with some Bonus pgs analysis st the end. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast: linktr.ee/thekowo If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thekowo Designs done by @MaM1c (00:00) Intro to the PNC tierlist (00:20) India, ...

Sep 12, 20231 hr 44 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Between PGS2 and PNC - EP 11 Part 1

In this episode of the Hot Drop I am joined by Ibi and Jeemzz once again. We have a long chat about PGS2 and why it went so poorly for FaZe Clan, and lots of general thoughts on all the recent changes to PUBG esports. We talkedr about what's going wrong at PUBG, and how to fix it, and gave some thoughts on the PNC talent situation. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my twitch and ...

Sep 10, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 11

The Hot Drop - EP 10 Part 2

In this episode we chat about the upcoming PGS2, make a tierlist for the 24 participating teams, and discuss rosters and expectations for nations cup. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast: linktr.ee/thekowo If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thekowo Designs done by @Ma...

Jul 30, 20231 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 10

The Hot Drop - EP 10 Part 1

In the first live episode of the Hot Drop, I chatted with Ibi and Jeemzz about inside perspectives on the Woo, Faze Clan and Acend. We talked about recent tournaments, what's happening with EU teams, and who might dominate at PGS2. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my twitch, discord and the video version of this podcast: linktr.ee/thekowo If you want to support the podcast furth...

Jul 25, 202350 minSeason 1Ep. 10

A new Hot Drop - EP 9 Part 2

This is part two of the episode with Ibi and Jeemzz. We speak about new items in competitive, good and bad changes, how players could adapt and much more. There's also some spicy questions towards the end ;) If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my discord and the video versions of this podcast: linktr.ee/thekowo If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my p...

Jun 26, 202356 minSeason 1Ep. 9

A new Hot Drop - EP 9 Part 1

This episode of the Hot Drop is a special one. It's the start of a monthly series, were I sit down with Ibiza and Jeemzz (and probably other guests in the future) to discuss current events in the PUBG Esports scene. This month we talked about PNC, esports skins, how communication with PUBG has improved recently, and about the global partner system. They guys also said a lot about how hard it is to become a pro player these days, and how its impossible to evaluate players you haven't personally p...

Jun 23, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 9

The bald buff caster 'Paperthin' - Hot Drop EP 8

In this episode of the Hot Drop I sat down with Paperthin, a top tier PUBG and Valorant caster, and one of the OG's of the scene. He told us his origin story, how he went from a bachelors in physics to moving to korea to shout at video games. We talked a lot about PGS1, both from a casting and a coaching perspective. What the upsets and suprises were, and how stressful LANs can be for everyone involved. We discussed the chances of a PUBG event in Europe this year, and I asked him how working Val...

May 28, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 8

The OG 'Ibiza' - Hot Drop EP 7

In this episode of the Hotdrop I sat down with Ibiza, long time Team Liquid Player, Streamer and overall Legend of the PUBG Scene. We had a chat about how he stays motivated, how to practice effectively, and what happened to his team in PEC Spring. We had a chat about why PUBG is such a good game, and whats going to happen to PUBG esports in 2023. Ibi also If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kow...

Apr 18, 20231 hr 15 min

PEC Winner Coach 'Apocalyp' - Hot Drop EP 6

If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my discord and all the audio versions of this podcast: linktr.ee/thekowo If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thekowo Designs done by @MaM1c (00:00) - Intro (01:34) - Why did you go from playing to coaching? (02:30) - Was there anything difficult about going from coaching to playin...

Apr 05, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 6

The PEC Teams - Hot Drop EP 5

In this episode of the Hot Drop I had a chat with 4 players on promising rosters that made roster changes coming into PEC Spring. I spoke with Keano, Marcelek, Mykle and Teabone about their new rosters, expectations and goals, worries, and more things regarding PUBG in 2023. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my discord and the video version of this podcast: linktr.ee/thekowo If y...

Mar 01, 202347 minEp. 5

The Hot Drop Episode 4 - TGLTN Part 2

In the second part of the episode with TGLTN we spoke about personalities in esports, whether european players are just a complacent, and how to be more focused and productive in life and PUBG esports. I asked him some rapid fire questions, and we ended on a chat about some of the issues with casting and observing in PUBG. If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo Links to my discord and the vide...

Feb 19, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 4

The Hot Drop Episode 4 - TGLTN

In this episode I sat down with TGLTN, the front man of the Soniqs, the man who's dominated all the charts in the Americas. We spoke about their lack of performance on internationals, and the consequences they drew including their recent coach change. We talked about streaming as a pro player, whether players should even stream tournaments, and concluded with some storytime about how a young Australian ended up competing in the US. Part two of this episode comes out the week after this. If you w...

Feb 12, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 4

The Hot Drop Episode 3 - Gustav Part 2

If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo The video version of this podcast is on youtube: https://youtu.be/pB9d14vHa0A If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thekowo Designs done by @MaM1c 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Why is FaZe making roster changes? 04:48 - How was taking over IGL'ing from Fuzz, and will Gustav continue to IGL? 09:55 - ...

Feb 04, 202341 minSeason 1Ep. 3

The Hot Drop Episode 3 - Gustav Part 1

If you want to support this podcast, you can do so for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo The video version of this podcast is on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXELMdoASvgN1Z6iLcoPQYPQMpkenPs_c If you want to support the podcast further, you can also check out my patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thekowo Designs done by @MaM1c 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - The current PUBG esports situation 04:40 - How do you stay motivated, keep grin...

Jan 31, 202349 minEp. 3

The Hot Drop Episode 2 - Jeemzz

If you want to support this podcast, you can do it for free by using my PUBG creator code: https://accounts.pubg.com/profile/creator?code=kowo In this episode I had a chat with Jeemzz, the long time IGL of team Liquid and most recently the Overpeekers. Jeemzz told us about the reasons behind the Overpeekers breakup, how that affected their situation at PGC 2022 and his role on that team. We discussed some of the roster moves made by that team and the reasons behind it, including the coaching rol...

Jan 18, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 2
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