Esports Wrap: Recent Episodes
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On this episode of Esports Wrap, we have a special guest: CEO of Rivalry, Steven Salz. In this interview, we go over what Rivalry is, their new game Rushlane, esports on a whole, and even a little bit of NFT talk.
Original recording date: Dec 14th, 2021
Esports Wrap is back, and this week we're talking about the Fighting Game Community's Code of Conduct or FGCOC - how it started, where it's at, and more - along with what's going on with the Olympics' Virtual Series, and the Esports Certification Institute that came and disappeared in the matter of hours.
Original airing date: April 29, 2021
For months, both the Xbox Series X and Series S, along with the Playstation 5 were released - but many aren't able to get them for themselves due to low stock, bots, scalpers, and more. Today, we're going to talk about all of this on Esports Wrap.
https://youtu.be/zMpVkSqUfwo
Welcome to the new season of Esports Wrap! To kick things off, we have a special guest from #Spellbreak, their Producer, Jennie Hsu!
Original airing date: Nov 3, 2020
https://youtu.be/5ANFlfHzBAM
On this episode of Esports Wrap, we have special guests Blaine Graboyes from GameCo, a company bringing video gaming and esports to casinos, and Ian Smith, Commissioner of the Esports Integrity Commission.
Original recording date: April 28th, 2020
https://youtu.be/Of71S2q-1xQ
Local vs Online events for esports, what's the pros, cons, and how's it affect things with corona causing a panic? This and some corona esports updates in this week's Esports Wrap!
Original airdate: March 17th, 2020
https://youtu.be/inLA71imez4
We're talking about simulator games and how the Corona virus is affecting the esports world!
Original airdate: March 3rd, 2020
https://youtu.be/o-l-x5QCxGU
We're interviewing the BESF's Call of Duty team who won 3-0 against Colombia! Plus a BESF update at the end.
Original airdate: March 3rd, 2020
https://youtu.be/_zqlPlAcbZc
We're interviewing some of the Bahamians who have gone off to international esports competitions and actually competed.
Original airing date: October 22nd, 2019
https://youtu.be/TkP7jBJf-bI
This episode is for everyone to find out more about The Bahamas Esports Federation, our plans, vision and mission for video gaming, esports and The Bahamas.
Original airing date: October 15th, 2019
https://youtu.be/j65IFW9TT0U
Climate change is a hot topic right now (pun intended), and gaming companies are working to help prevent it. Let's dig into this controversial topic for this episode.
Original airing date: September 24th, 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMAFa8WSEcA
We were welcomed to talk about video games, but the event host wanted something tied to anime. We bridged the gap and explained just how anime and video games collide, and how they build off of one another. Unfortunately, our recording of the event didn't pan out so we're going over it again.
https://youtu.be/zT9DEekwRhs
Special guest, Gregory Moore, from the Jamaica Esports Initiative, joins us on Esports Wrap! On this episode, we discuss the idea of regional video gaming hubs as spaces to livestream and showcase talent across the Caribbean.
Original airing date: August 20th, 2019
https://youtu.be/lerwsXGB_dU
This episode of Esports Wrap will focus on streaming platforms, more specifically, the places to go and watch gamers play or to show off your gaming skills. Will also be talking about Ninja's move to Mixer from Twitch!
Original airing date: July 30th, 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-g0rSZc4Pf8
In this Esports Wrap, we're talking about money! Tournament money! Let's get into how things started then to how a 16-year-old ends up with 3 MILLION in USD.
Original airing date: July 30th, 2019
https://youtu.be/_ner7WEc4kE
This Esports Wrap is about a new game from Riot Games, but built into League of Legends, and it's called TeamFight Tactics! Join Michael and Chillogen as they discuss the game, while playing!
Original airing date: July 2nd, 2019
https://youtu.be/_40buMxUg94
On this episode of Esports Wrap, we have a guest from AML, Lincz, to discuss Domino's new NBA 2K19 tournament, their views on esports, and more!
Original airing date: June 18th, 2019 Join us on the Discord server to talk Tech and/or Esports: https://discord.gg/P4V7uvd
If you're in or from The Bahamas, and want to join The Bahamas Gamers & Otaku discord group, click https://bit.ly/bgo_242
https://youtu.be/-XaZa8TzADI
A US bill is in the works to ban loot boxes & pay-to-win, what does it mean for the future of gaming and for games already using them? Find out in this episode of Esports Wrap.
Original airing date: June 4th, 2019
https://youtu.be/2u5j5yHVu0c
Contracts in esports are important for teams and organizations, but are they good for players or esports on a whole? Tfue's lawsuit against his team brings up good points, so we're delving into it on this Esports Wrap!
Original airing date: May 28th, 2019
https://youtu.be/mzZbp3z0xa8
On this Esports Wrap, we take a look at the toxicity in gaming. What it is, why it sometimes happens, and what you can do from both sides of the screen.
Original airing date: May 14th, 2019
https://youtu.be/Edh6GG0jKqU
Epic Games bought out Psyonix, maker of Rocket League - but what is Rocket League? Find out in this episode of Esports Wrap!
Original airing date: May 7th, 2019
https://youtu.be/tUW4WYkqD30
Homebrewing/jailbreaking a game console, we're not talking alcohol here, but what is it and why do people do it to their consoles?
Original airing date: April 30th, 2019
https://youtu.be/kDYStiyJd34
Special Esports Wrap episode, we're covering zombie games (while playing World War Z's new game) and talking about what we've found out about the PlayStation 5!
Original airing date: April 16th, 2019
https://youtu.be/MaevwYmvNiQ
As a community suggested topic, this week Esports Wrap is looking at Epic Games' store. More accurately, their method of exclusive games reaching as far as 6 months from launch date & lies about their methods.
Original airing date: April 9th, 2019Join us on the Discord server to talk Tech and/or Esports: https://discord.gg/P4V7uvd
https://youtu.be/lU5FF5qMQ-E
A pretty serious report came out about Anthem and its studio BioWare. Stress, overwork, mismanagement and more happened.
In this stream, let's dig into the report, the response from BioWare, and see what's what. Ask me questions too.
https://youtu.be/ggwdAZZsDlU
This eSports Wrap is focusing on emulators or what people use to play games on other systems - like a Gameboy game on their phone or PC!
Original airing date: March 26th, 2019
https://youtu.be/xwnuM_4D6uU
BIG news from Google about their cloud-based gaming platform called Stadia. Today's #eSports Wrap stream & podcast go into what it is, how it works, why and if we should even be excited about it!
Original airing date: March 19th, 2019
https://youtu.be/nmeI6pYCCjU
Just like regular sports, cheating can happen in eSports as well - even in tournaments. In this episode of eSports Wrap, we're going to talk about some real-life examples of it happening, the types out there, and more!
Original airing date: March 12th, 2019
https://youtu.be/_O-wJ92DJc4
Video Game Platforms - Once simple to find friends on, how things have changed and if it's the right way forward. Gaming Social Media Networks - Should you join one, what to look out for and more on this week's eSports Wrap.
https://youtu.be/pjuI8LBstq8
Over the weekend, Anthem came out. We've made it to end-game. Now, join Michael and Dwan and let's talk about Anthem - good and bad.
Original airing date: February 26th, 2019
https://youtu.be/g7GJZzKhyVg
On this episode of eSports Wrap, we interview Alex Butler, a local tournament organizer and an organizer of the fighting gaming communities (FGC) in The Bahamas.
Original airing date: February 19th, 2019
https://youtu.be/C1C8iZqjAPc
Apex Legends, what is it, where did it come from, and why is it the top game on Twitch? That and more (plus some God Eater 3) on this episode of eSports Wrap w/guest Chillogen from Black Nebula.
Original airing date: February 12th, 2019
https://youtu.be/jLzVvmpLHIo
eSports Wrap continues on the Activision topic and Bungie's (makers of the Destiny & Halo series) departure since our last episode.
Original recording date: January 15th, 2019
https://youtu.be/W9JDN8VQn_M
In this episode, we talk about Activision's past, and how they typically handle companies under them. The key one for this conversation is Blizzard Entertainment.
We dig into the issues surrounding Blizzard's games, their executives, staff being let go/shuffled, and what's happening with their games and esports. It's a lot to go through, so let's get started!
https://youtu.be/ZZ7_kf4u9-c
On this episode of eSports Wrap, we explain what Alpha Testing and Beta Testing mean, why they are important for games, how they sometimes happen and our frustration in some developers seemingly just not doing enough of them with props to some who do.
Originally aired: Dec 11th, 2018
https://youtu.be/tuzy4uv0NWw
This episode's topic? The Game of the Year Awards (#GoTY)! Join in now to find out which games are nominated, and which we think should win!
Note, we got some horribly wrong but still felt secure with our picks.
https://youtu.be/yBEezyJdtEU
Did you know there are places people who like to game actually go and hang out? Tune in to our special episode of eSports Wrap where we take another look at esports here in The Bahamas.
Original recording date: November 19th, 2018
https://youtu.be/Q7KWz7119do
In this eSports Wrap episode Michael covers the recent SoulCalibur (SC) & Tekken tournaments held here in Nassau. Guests are Maurice Bastian & Tyler Gordon from Black Nebula, who hosted the tournament at King of Games.
Original recording date: November 13th, 2018
https://youtu.be/YdbyqYSO2_c
On this episode of #eSports Wrap, we go over the benefits and cons to both open world and closed world games, along with comparisons to both.
Original recording date: November 6th, 2018
https://youtu.be/lk7BIC6SW2Q
Michael and guest Dwight Fox of Bahama Gamers Network discuss the origins of Soulcalibur and how it's come forward to its newest game, Soulcalibur VI.
Original recording date: October 30th, 2018
https://youtu.be/e9VvjUxX8zs
Michael and Nally discuss mods and cheats in games and how they can affect both your and other's gameplay.
Original recording date: October 23rd, 2018
https://youtu.be/CPPrciz6FNU
Dwan and Michael are talking about the evolution of the Tomb Raider, aka Lara Croft, and how she and her story have progressed throughout the years. Did you know she's been raiding tombs from 1996?
Original recording date: October 16th, 2018
https://youtu.be/vIK1S3WLYww
Michael and Dwan focus on ESPN and how they have taken a turn to cover esports, what they've been doing in the past on it, and their most recent take on it by marking Ninja as the cover for their magazine
Original recording date: September 25th, 2018
https://youtu.be/_eiDkwsS8x8
In this eSports Wrap, Michael & Dwan focus on: • From the makers of Grand Theft Auto comes Red Dead Redemption 2 (#RDR2). A much-anticipated wild-wild-west game with much to offer. • People like to make special things in games, but what happens when they affect real life?
Original recording date: September 11th, 2018
https://youtu.be/HGnGZ3saFmg
MOAR Tech 44: AdbloMichael and Dwan discuss EA's Anthem game and Insomniac's much-hyped Spider-man game in this episode of Esports Wrap.
Original recording date: September 4th, 2018
https://youtu.be/oI6gt7eoOVo
Michael and Dwan jump into Assassin's Creed: Odyssey, a new tale of the Greek Spartans told by a group known to get history right in games, and Destiny 2's possible comeback to being one of the best games around.
Original recording date: August 21st, 2018
https://youtu.be/cXFvFf8oUHE
eSports Wrap is back! Michael and new co-host Dwan discuss Sony's stubborn stance to cross-play and what's happening in one of the world's upcoming esports sensation, Super Smash Bros Ultimate.
https://youtu.be/SIfN4NiSqEA
We're talking Fortnite in this episode, what is it, do the kills matter, and why it's so hot right now! We had to cut out the Fortnite trailer's audio since it's apparently copyright protected.
Original air date: Feb 15th, 2018
https://youtu.be/dJEbFVoomeY
Michael's talking about NASCAR's esports events, their partnership with RTA (Racing Team Alliance) and iRacing for both competitive esports leagues and at the track gaming setups.
Original air date: Feb 6th, 2018
https://youtu.be/1VJlHtvXR_k
Join Michael as he talks about Facebook's recent movements in video from Facebook Watch to their new Creator Program to Facebook Gaming to possibly enforcing Real ID to prevent trolling on streams.
Original air date: Jan 30th, 2018
https://youtu.be/-mR9MKT6PE8
This week in eSports Wrap, Michael goes over the Nintendo Labo, what it could mean for accessory makers and gamers in the future. Hint: Build your own bows and swords and custom weapons for games!
Original air date: Jan 23rd, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_pTsurrmHA
Join Michael and Nally as they go over Kobolds and Catacombs, Hearthstone's newest expansion which also brings one of the most addictive side games around!
Original air date: Dec 12th, 2018
https://youtu.be/FJ-K8zF0WQE
Join Michael as he talks about esports, the Asian Games of 2018 and 2022 and Olympics 2024 along with them already being medal-winning sports.
Original air date: December 5th, 2017
https://youtu.be/Li0cKAOjrMI
This week we go over the history of how we got lootboxes / lootcrates, the element of gambling and how it conflicts in the real world, and a warning for the future.
Original air date: November 28th, 2017
https://youtu.be/TuEC6rTe1x0
Michael and Nally talk about the free DLC model, sports games like FIFA and Madden going subscription, and a few off-topic rants.
Original air date: November 14th, 2017
https://youtu.be/OMTG5mfBvb4
Our host, Michael Armogan, talks about the increase in esports betting, how cryptocurrencies are being used, and what it all means.
Original air date: November 7th, 2017
https://youtu.be/HgarQIvCTvg
eSports Wrap host, Michael Armogan, goes over the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo's stance on their new hybrid console platform, and how it plays out in the competitive and esports spaces.
Original air date: October 31st, 2017
https://youtu.be/p_tuIQgu4hU
Join our host, Michael Armogan and guests, Dwan, Chris, Jesspi188, Arragon, and BlueSuedeHaze for a female gamer stream!
Talking about females in the industry, games, esports and more!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UL_dzEcBvJ8
Today on eSports Wrap, our host Michael Armogan is talking about microtransactions in games, how they affect the game, and your experience in it.
https://youtu.be/Ki6DjYelvRs
Join MOAR; Cookies host Michael Armogan along with guests Dwan and Chris as they shed some "Light" about the Good, Bad, and Ugly (and eSports) about Destiny 2!
https://youtu.be/f6tB6BNJePw
Today our host, Michael, is going to be talking with Dwan, a local player of Overwatch, about the game, its past, present, and possible future along with how she sees the game and possible tips and tricks.
https://youtu.be/d1g2Pgk09_g
Our host Michael Armogan and guests Nallyboyray and Omegasempaii go over the basics of Hearthstone, the upcoming changes and how the current meta might be affected by the new changes.
https://youtu.be/E62vYpO3rjM
Join our host Michael as he delves into Artificial Intelligence in games, how it'll influence video games, and what's both good and bad about using it in video games and esports
https://youtu.be/-H0odjeAWZI
Talking about Blizzard's MOBA game, Heroes of the Storm. Going through what it is, how it's played, and how it's evolving in eSports.
https://youtu.be/2G-xqvSQ5vc
Going over one of the hottest games to come out this year, a shooter called PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds or PUBG - and it's still in beta - with my guest, Shawn. We go over the basics, tips, quirks, and eSports
https://youtu.be/PYZhLwS536w
How is eSports affecting traditional sports? You'd be surprised by what we find out!
https://youtu.be/TGDp_Ac9wIA
Were your parents right about gaming being worthless? How about you wasting your time gaming instead of being out with friends and DOING STUFF? Find out in this week's eSports Wrap!
https://youtu.be/46VCDPQFsvo
eSports Wrap's premiere show (pilot episode)! Guests are Chris and Vicky, covering the below topics:
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom BattleStarlink : Battle for Atlas
https://youtu.be/nxfGjVb2_8c
eSports Wrap's premiere show (pilot episode)! Guests are Chris and Vicky, covering the below topics:
God of War - SonyDays Gone - SonySpider-Man - Insomniac GamesDestiny 2 - BungieMonster Hunter World - CapcomShadow of the Colossus - Japan Studio
https://youtu.be/-Ly_3qQO1UQ
eSports Wrap's premiere show (pilot episode)! Guests are Chris and Vicky, covering the below topics:
NINTENDOMetroid Prime 4Pokkén Tournament DX/Go/Ultra Moon/SunSuper Mario OdysseySplatoon 2
https://youtu.be/Hc4sYfV5gPk
eSports Wrap's premiere show (pilot episode)! Guests are Chris and Vicky, covering the below topics:
Kingdom Hearts III - Square EnixSea of Thieves - RAREAnthem - Bioware