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Hot Take Point Made

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Hot Take Point Made is a CS:GO talk show, hosted by Duncan "Thorin" Shields, Alex "Mauisnake" Ellenberg, and Aleksandar "kassad" Trifunović, where each host brings their hottest takes for the group to discuss

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#74
August 19 · 1 hr 10 min
FINALLY Settling the Astralis vs Vitality GOAT Debate
The new-look Hot Take Point Made debuts with Pimp joining Thorin and Mauisnake, and the crew come out swinging: was Astralis's legendary dominance actually less impressive than Vitality's? Raycon: Essential Open Earbuds with an open-ear design and 20% off, perfect for the new-look show. Get 20% off at https://buyraycon.com/hottakeopen PrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! LFN Premium: Suggest topics for
#73
July 23 · 1 hr 24 min
Mauisnake's INSANE CS2 IGL Rankings
Thorin, Mauisnake, and kassad go to war over their CS2 IGL rankings, debate Spirit's title odds, and ask if donk can ever be the GOAT. LFN Premium - Sign up for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and much more at https://lastfreenation.com Huel - Make healthy eating simple. Get 15% off online with code LFN at https://huel.com/lfn. New customers only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Polymarket - Livetrade on CS2 today on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/?via=lastfreen
#72
July 15 · 1 hr 34 min
Why m0NESY Will Be The Player Of The Year
Thorin, Mauisnake, and kassad debate whether m0NESY can beat ZywOo and donk to HLTV's 2026 Player of the Year. LFN Premium - Sign up for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and much more at https://lastfreenation.com Huel - Make healthy eating simple. Get 15% off online with code LFN at https://huel.com/lfn. New customers only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Polymarket - Livetrade on CS2 today on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/?via=lastfreenation-eeux
#71
July 8 · 1 hr 17 min
karrigan PROVED He Cannot Be Replaced
kassad, Mauisnake, and Thorin debate whether karrigan's Cologne Major win was IGL genius or a perfect storm of anomalies. Raycon — premium wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, a 30-day happiness guarantee, and battery life built for long-haul travel. Get 20% off at buyraycon.com/hottake Livetrade on CS2 today on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/?via=lastfreenation-eeux
#70
June 17 · 1 hr 12 min
THIS Is the Missing Piece for NAVI?!
karrigan is posting the worst fragging numbers of his career, the Cologne Major bracket was built wrong, and Mauisnake just put boombl4 in the top 5 IGL conversation. kassad and Thorin have a few things to say about all of it. Raycon: Wireless earbuds built for everyday use. Get 15% off your order with code HOTTAKE at https://buyraycon.com/hottake. Backed by a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Support the show and grab the limited edition Cologne 2026 Major Tee at https://www.lastfreenation.shop
#69
June 10 · 1 hr 12 min
kassad FIRES SHOTS At HooXi and Astralis After Cologne Exit
kassad opens with the definitive verdict on Astralis at Cologne: HooXi is the worst leader competitive Counter-Strike has ever seen. The post-match interviews, the Instagram victim posting, the passive listen-in communication, the players who needed more from the man in charge. It all adds up. Raycon: Upgrade your everyday audio with Raycon. Get 15% off at https://buyraycon.com/hot-take Support the show and grab the limited edition Cologne 2026 Major Tee at https://www.lastfreenation.shop
#68
May 25 · 1 hr 10 min
Why The Falcons Project Was DOOMED From The Start
We deliver three hot takes on Falcons' CAC final loss, the all-time rifler debate, and whether Team Liquid CS should just shut it down. Raycon: The Essential Open Earbuds deliver premium audio with an open-ear design built for all-day comfort. Get 15% off at https://buyraycon.com/hottakeopen
#67
April 26 · 1 hr 10 min
KARRIGAN WILL NOT DO WELL ON FALCONS
Takes on karrigan's future at Falcons, who's actually top-3 in competitive CS right now, and what happens at IEM Cologne. PrizePicks — Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Raycon — 15% off the Everyday Air Buds Classics. Go to https://buyraycon.com/hot-take Polymarket — Livetrade on CS2 today on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/?via=lastfreenation-eeux
#66
April 9 · 1 hr 10 min
IS THE VRS SYSTEM TOO COMPLICATED?
Thorin, kassad, and Mauisnake argue the VRS is the best thing to happen to CS in years — then debate whether FaZe Clan's roster is already cooked. Celebrate the moms in your life! Go to https://buyraycon.com/hottake to get 15% off the Everyday Earbuds Classic. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you! Shop plans at https://mintmobile.com/HOTTAKE Livetrade on CS2 today on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/?via=lastfreenation-eeux
#65
March 24 · 1 hr 25 min
MAKAZZE IS BETTER THAN KYOUSUKE
Will FaZe win a Tier 1 event in 2026?! Counter-Strike debates explode in this episode of Hot Take Point Made as Thorin, Mauisnake, and kassad tackle some of the boldest, most divisive takes in the current CS2 scene. From questioning FaZe’s future at the top to brutal IGL rankings and player ceilings, this episode is packed with sharp analysis, disagreement, and unapologetic opinions. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your
#64
March 7 · 1 hr 18 min
dev1ce NEEDS TO BE REMOVED FROM 100T
Does dev1ce need to be removed from 100 Thieves?! Counter-Strike drama heats up in this episode as we break down whether dev1ce is officially washed, how FaZe vs. Aurora is being mispriced, why CS2’s MR12 rules change everything, and why FUT Esports might instantly become elite with s1mple. We also look ahead at IEM Cologne Major qualification, discuss why G2 is nowhere near a top-10 team, and revisit why the old Astralis 6 and 7-man lineups actually worked. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/
#63
February 18 · 1 hr 27 min
WHY VITALITY NEED TO LOSE TO BE THE BEST TEAM
Vitality needs to lose to MOUZ in order to be the best team! This episode dives deep into Counter-Strike history, era legitimacy, and the ongoing debates around Vitality’s dominance, MOUZ’s lack of S‑tier trophies, and whether rival strength shapes how eras are remembered. The hosts also break down why Falcons are struggling, heavily critique Zonic’s coaching style, and discuss leadership, communication, player culture, and what’s holding certain star‑studded lineups back. Livetrade on CS2 toda
#62
February 4 · 1 hr 8 min
jL SHOULD NOT BE AN ANALYST...
jL should not be an analyst for any more matches at IEM Krakow! This episode delivers some of the hottest and most chaotic takes in Counter-Strike, starting with a bold claim that jL shouldn’t be an analyst at IM Krakow until he proves himself at smaller events. The hosts dive into MOUZ’s struggles, arguing the team is “too soft,” lacks energy, and may be held back by an overly polite internal culture that avoids conflict or accountability. We finish with a look at a spicy prediction on whether
#61
January 28 · 1 hr 13 min
NIKO RUINED COUNTER-STRIKE
We break down whether NiKo ruined CS by pioneering the super‑team era, analyze PARIVISION’s rise and why Jame’s teams may never reach another Major playoff, reveal why modern rivalries lack the identity of classic era matchups, and discuss how today’s meta pressures every young talent to chase super teams instead of building long-term cores. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Raycon's Essential Open E
#60
January 15 · 1 hr 22 min
WHY SPIRIT GOT WORSE... THEY WON'T WIN!
The crew breaks down why claiming apEX isn’t a Top 3 IGL is a “stupid take” and argues he’s actually the best leader in Counter‑Strike right now. They also revisit the s1mple BC.Game saga, explaining why his late‑season burnout may not matter now that he finally has a real roster behind him. The discussion turns to soulfly’s tough start with Aurora and why he may be labeled a “bust” despite the issues being out of his control. Finally, the hosts deliver a bold prediction: Team Spirit will win at
#59
Dec 23, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
WHY FURIA HAD THE WORST FAIL IN CS2 MAJOR HISTORY
Close out the year with the final 2025 episode of Hot Take Point Made as Thorin, kassad, and Mauisnake go off on fan hot takes, Counter-Strike’s best IGLs, and the future of CS talent. The boys start by absolutely dismantling a viewer suggestion to play the “decider” map first in best-of-threes, using it as a springboard to talk about MR12, series pacing, and why format changes aren’t the solution. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $50 in lineups wh
#58
Dec 3, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
FALCONS WILL WIN THE BUDAPEST MAJOR
In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the crew dives deep into the CS2 Major and deliver some of the spiciest roster and tournament predictions yet. Raycon audio products are up to 20% off this holiday season! Go to https://buyraycon.com/hottakeopen to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. Order by December 15th guarantee delivery by Christmas because great gifts shouldn’t show up late. US fans: Turn your expensive wireless present into a huge wireless savings future by switching to Min
#57
Nov 5, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
WHY SENZU SHOULD GO TO NAVI | HOW DO YOU FIX AURORA?!
In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the crew dives into some of the spiciest Counter-Strike talking points yet! Raycon’s going big for Black Friday and Cyber Monday — everything’s up to 30% off! Go to https://buyraycon.com/hottake to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. US fans: Get premium wireless for $15 a month at Mint Mobile! Make the switch at https://mintmobile.com/HOTTAKE
#56
Oct 18, 2025 · 57 min
WHO IS THE GREATEST CS PLAYER FROM NORTH AMERICA?
In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the crew dives deep into controversial Counter-Strike debates! From ranking national CS teams to dissecting HLTV's Rating 3.0 and MVP awards, no topic is off-limits.
#55
Oct 4, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
HOW FACEIT RUINED EVERYTHING (IT SHOULD BE DELETED NOW)
In this episode of Hot Take Point Made, the hosts dive deep into some of Counter-Strike's hottest takes, wild fan submissions, and heated esports debates. From removing friendly fire from CS, to shutting down FACEIT entirely, to questioning rain's future in the top tier, nothing is off-limits. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Use our link to unlock 10% off your purchase at Manta Sleep! https://tin

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