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Esports B.O.O.M.

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Esports B.O.O.M. gives you your weekly dose of esports business news. Hosted by industry player Maurice Eisenmann.
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Episode 12: Cowboys Enter Esports & OWC vs Lol Worlds w/ Tyler Schrodt of EGF

Esports B.O.O.M.Nov 10, 2017

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Episode 42: Twitch & YouTube sign broadcasting deals & NBA 2K goes to ESPN w/ Andy Steig of SU2C
May 12, 202058:20
Episode 41: A deep dive into the Metaverse
May 04, 202026:35
Episode 40: Faze raises $40M, BMW races into esports & the future of livestreaming w/ Mo Hallaba of StatsHelix
Apr 27, 202052:35
Episode 39: WE ARE BACK! COVID's effect on esports & partnerships in esports w/ Chris Mann of Dignitas

Episode 39: WE ARE BACK! COVID's effect on esports & partnerships in esports w/ Chris Mann of Dignitas

This week, Maurice is joined by Chris Mann, VP of Partnerships at Dignitas, to talk about COVID's effect on esports, NASCAR breaking esports records with Iracing and much more!  They also go over the do's and don't of partnerships in esports! Be sure to follow Chrison Twitter @MannimalNJ!  


The Facts Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Smile is Me by Dan-0

Apr 07, 202046:38
Episode 38: mobile, esports' most underrated category w/ Jeff Chau of GameGether

Episode 38: mobile, esports' most underrated category w/ Jeff Chau of GameGether

This week, Maurice is joined Jeff Chau, Founder and CEO of GameGether and former Head of Mobile for Immortals, to talk about the launch of the Clash Royale League, esports being part of the Asia Games (where Jeff is on-air talent) and much more!

They also go over Jeff's newest venture, GameGether, and what is necessary for mobile esports to grow in the US!

Be sure to follow Jeff on Twitter @SJeneris and check out his company's website here!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Aug 24, 201846:03
Episode 37: OWL expands & NFL grows Madden esports w/ Shay Butler of Team Envy

Episode 37: OWL expands & NFL grows Madden esports w/ Shay Butler of Team Envy

This week, Maurice is joined by Shay Butler of Team Envy & The Dallas Fuel to talk about the OWL getting two new teams, EA and the NFL announcing their plans for Madden Esport in 2019, Mesut Ozil starting an esports team and much more! They also go over Shay's first year in esports and Team Envy's great plans for the future! Be sure to follow Shay on Twitter @shaytbutler, Team Envy @Envy and the Dallas Fuel @DallasFuel! The Facts Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Aug 10, 201844:54
Episode 36: Super Pod with Nathan Lindberg (Twitch) & Chris Mann (NRG Esports)

Episode 36: Super Pod with Nathan Lindberg (Twitch) & Chris Mann (NRG Esports)

This week, the dynamic duo, Nathan Lindberg from Twitch and Chris Mann from NRG Esports join Maurice, to talk about the Olympic Esports Forum, The US Army esports tournament, TSM & Immortals getting new investments and much more! They also go over which esports player is the most marketable. With a duo like this, the episode is a must listen! Be sure to follow Nathan on Twitter @TheRealNate and Chris @MannimalNRG! The Facts Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jul 27, 201801:46:49
Episode 35: OWL goes ESPN & New Sports with Esports Legend Slasher

Episode 35: OWL goes ESPN & New Sports with Esports Legend Slasher

This week, Maurice is joined by Esports legend Rod Breslau, better known as Slasher, to talk about the OWL’s partnership with ESPN, Tobias Sherman's article on New Sports, Fortnite continuing their Summer Skirmish tournaments, and much more!

They also go over Slasher’s esports story. Simply said, when Slasher talks you listen! This episode is a must listen!

Be sure to follow Slasher on Twitter @Slasher!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jul 23, 201847:47
Bonus Episode: NBA 2K League & Content Creation with Jeff Eisenband

Bonus Episode: NBA 2K League & Content Creation with Jeff Eisenband

With the NBA 2K League just finishing their 3rd tournament, Maurice is joined by Jeff Eisenband of the Postgame to discuss the NBA 2K League, content creation and the intersection between traditional sports media and esports media!

Jeff also shares some of his best practices for content creation in the digital world. If you are interested in digital media in esports this episode is a must listen!

Be sure to follow Jeff @JeffEisenband, The Postgame @ThePostGame and check out Jeff's 102 pod here!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jul 20, 201835:23
Episode 34: Tencent's WeGame goes international with Chris Blivin of Lagardère

Episode 34: Tencent's WeGame goes international with Chris Blivin of Lagardère

This week, Maurice is joined by Chris Blivin of Lagardère Sports! They talk about expanding their WeGame platform internationally, the announcement of the CSPPA, Goldman Sachs’ new esports report and much more!

They also go over Chris’s work in the industry and how his company is bridging the gap between traditional sports and esports.

You can follow Chris on twitter @blivin8 and check out Lagardere online here!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jul 13, 201854:17
Episode 33: Splyce raises more $s & Tencent buys into PUBG w/ Ben Fischer of SBJ

Episode 33: Splyce raises more $s & Tencent buys into PUBG w/ Ben Fischer of SBJ

This week, Maurice is joined by Ben Fischer of the Sports Business Journal! They talk about Tencent investing in PUBG studio Bluehole, OWL owners getting first bid rights for a potential CoD league, Splyce raising $2.6 million and much more!

They also go over Ben’s recent in-depth features on the state of esports sponsorships and how Fortnite is affecting the esports industry!

You can follow Ben on twitter @BenFischerSBJ and be sure to check out his articles on esports sponsorships and the effect of Fortnite on the industry!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jun 29, 201856:03
Episode 32: Epic Games goes all in on esports w/ Nathan & Justin of Twitch

Episode 32: Epic Games goes all in on esports w/ Nathan & Justin of Twitch

This week, Maurice is joined Justin Dellario and returning guest Nathan Lindberg of Twitch! The guys talk about Epic Games’ two big esports announcements, the potential legalization of sports gambling in the US and the announcement of the Arab Esports Federation.

They also go over Justin’s road to becoming the Head of Esports at Twitch and his tips for new employees looking to transition into the industry!

You can follow Justin on Twitter @JDDell15 and Nathan @TheRealNate!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
May 25, 201801:24:17
Episode 31: Tencent Buys Everything w/ Josh Hafkin of The Game Gym

Episode 31: Tencent Buys Everything w/ Josh Hafkin of The Game Gym

This week, Maurice is joined by Josh Hafkin, Coach and CEO of The Game Gym, to talk about how his company is bridging the gap between traditional sports and esports coaching!

They also talk about the news of the week including: Tencent acquiring a stake in Bluehole and VSPN and Thanos coming to Fortnite!

You can follow Josh on Twitter @GameGymJosh and check out the Game Gym's webiste here!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
May 10, 201838:38
Bonus Episode: Battle Royale Mania!

Bonus Episode: Battle Royale Mania!

Fortnite and PUBG have become mainstream staples in gaming, but what does that mean for esports? Maurice is joined by Vinny Minichiello of RedPeg Marketing to talk the future of Battle Royale esports!

Topics include: the H1Z1 Pro League, Ninja's success with his Esports Arena Las Vegas Event, rumors regarding new BR games and much more!

Be sure to follow Vinny on Twitter @vinichiello

NOTE: This Episode was recorded on Monday the 22nd of April.

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
May 02, 201836:39
Episode 30: 2K league goes to Twitch & Grassroots Esports w/ Ben Nichol of NYXL

Episode 30: 2K league goes to Twitch & Grassroots Esports w/ Ben Nichol of NYXL

This week, Maurice is joined by Ben Nichol, Head of Events and Business Development for NYXL to talk the NBA 2K league moving to Twitch, Immortals partnering up with Mountain Dew and much more!

They also go over Ben's famed esports history, grassroots esports and how NYXL is building an esports infrastructure in New York.

You can follow Ben on Twitter @MrBitterTV and NYXL @NYXL

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Apr 20, 201837:29
Episode 29: Gillette, Twitch, TL & SAP innovate w/ Chris Mann of Endeavor

Episode 29: Gillette, Twitch, TL & SAP innovate w/ Chris Mann of Endeavor

This week, Maurice is joined by Chris Mann, Senior Account Director at Endeavor Global Marketing to dicuss Gilette and Twitch combining for an extremely innovative partnership, SAP entering esports through Team Liquid and much more!

They also go over Chris' esports story and marketing activations in esports!

You can follow Chris on Twitter @mannimalNJ and Endeavor @Endeavor

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Apr 13, 201839:27
Episode 28: Clash, EU LOL & AOV Franchise w/ Chris DeAppolonio of Triggerfish

Episode 28: Clash, EU LOL & AOV Franchise w/ Chris DeAppolonio of Triggerfish

This week, Maurice is joined by Chris DeAppolonio, Vice President of Triggerfish Partnerships to dicuss Clash Royale, Honor of Kings (Arena of Valor) and the EU LCS all announcing franchised leagues and much more!

They also go over JChris' esports story, Infinite Esports (Trigerfish's parent company) vision for esports and esports in Texas!

You can follow Chris on Twitter @deapps!

If you want to know more about Infinite Esports or Triggerfish Partnerships check them out here and here!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann. You can get in touch with him on Twitter @MREisenmann . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Apr 09, 201850:51
Episode 27: Ninja breaks the internet & more w/ Julie Alexandria

Episode 27: Ninja breaks the internet & more w/ Julie Alexandria

This week, Maurice is joined by Julie Alexandria, famed (e)sports host and sideline reporter to dicuss Ninja breaking the internet with Drake Tencent buying a stake in Ubisoft and much more!

They also go over Julie's history in esports, talk about the future of on-camera esports work and women in gaming.

You can follow Julie on Twitter @JulieAlexandria!

The article Maurice discussed can be found here

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Mar 23, 201846:46
Episode 26: Facebook goes all in on esports w/ Mat Kaliski of Rubicon VC

Episode 26: Facebook goes all in on esports w/ Mat Kaliski of Rubicon VC

This week, Maurice is joined by Mat Kaliski of Rubicon VC to dicuss Facebook's exclusive deals with the H1Z1 Pro League and Gfinity, the NHL entering esports and much more!

They also go over Mat's esports story, investments in esports and Rubicon!

You can follow Mat on Twitter @Matkaliski and be sure to check out his recent article on esports here!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Mar 16, 201840:33
Episode 25: Vision Esports and Startups in Esports w/ Mo Hallaba of Rekt

Episode 25: Vision Esports and Startups in Esports w/ Mo Hallaba of Rekt

this week, Maurice is joined by Mo Hallaba of Rekt to discuss Vision Esports' latest raise, Mixer signing an exclusive deal with Smite, Pax East acquirig the Gamer Network and more!

They also go over Mo's esports stroy, his startup Rekt and startups in esports!

You can follow Rekt on Twitter @Officially_Rekt

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Mar 02, 201842:11
Episode 24: Australian FIFA Esports and Rainbow 6: Siege w/ Ryan Dow of FlyQuest

Episode 24: Australian FIFA Esports and Rainbow 6: Siege w/ Ryan Dow of FlyQuest

his week, Maurice is joined by Ryan Dow of FlyQuest to discuss the team's work in esports, the viewing numbers for Rainbow Six: Siege and the Australian FIFA League and much more!

They also go over Ryan's incredible esports background and talk about all the amazing stuff FlyQuest is doing in the space.

You can follow Ryan on Twitter @RDeezy14

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Feb 23, 201851:27
Episode 23: Twitch YIR and more NBA 2K league info w/ Nathan Lindberg of Twitch

Episode 23: Twitch YIR and more NBA 2K league info w/ Nathan Lindberg of Twitch

This week, Maurice is joined by Nathan Lindberg of Twitch to discuss the company's year in review, the new information surrounding the NBA 2K League, Vitality starting a partnership with Renault Sports and much more!

They also go over Nathan's incredible esports background and talk the do's and dont's of esports sponsorships!

You can follow Nathan on Twitter @TheRealNate

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Feb 16, 201801:32:10
Episode 22: Vitality Gets Funded and More w/ Michael Prindiville of NBC Sports

Episode 22: Vitality Gets Funded and More w/ Michael Prindiville of NBC Sports

This week, Maurice is doing a solo episode but is joined by Michael Prindiville of NBC Sports to discuss Team Vitality's funding, Tencent hosting their Arena of Valor World Cup in LA, Fnatic recent hire and much more!

They also go over Michael's background and how he landed his job in esports and the incredible work NBC is doing in esports through their Universal Open!

You can follow Michael on Twitter @mikeprindi

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Feb 09, 201844:10
Episode 21: Facebook challenges Twitch & More w/ Vinny Minichiello of RedPeg

Episode 21: Facebook challenges Twitch & More w/ Vinny Minichiello of RedPeg

This week Maurice is doing a solo episode but is joined by Vinny Minichiello of RedPeg Marketing to discuss Facebook's gaming creator program, Microsoft potentially buying EA, Valve or PUBG Corp and much more!

They also go over Vinny's background and how he landed his job in esports and he gives his advice for new brands entering esports!

You can follow Vinny on Twitter @vinichiello

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Feb 02, 201852:33
Episode 20:  OWL vs NA LCS  & Exclusivity in esports w/ Ben Fischer of SBJ

Episode 20: OWL vs NA LCS & Exclusivity in esports w/ Ben Fischer of SBJ

This week Maurice is doing a solo episode but is joined by Ben Fischer of the Sports Business Journal to discuss week 1 of the NA LCS and the OWL, exclusive streaming deals in esports and much more!

They also go over the news surrounding the announcment of Rivalcade's new franchised league.

You can follow Ben on Twitter @BenFischerSBJ

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jan 26, 201850:46
Episode 19: Overwatch Guidelines, Esports Scandals and Team Hires

Episode 19: Overwatch Guidelines, Esports Scandals and Team Hires

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss the underreported news surrounding Overwatch's new community tournament guidelines (and the effects of that change), esports teams hiring new management talent, the DingIt scandal and much more!

They also go over the unfortunate news regarding the recent swatting tragedy and the effect it might have on the esports industry.

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Jan 04, 201844:13
Episode 18: End of the Year Wrap-UP

Episode 18: End of the Year Wrap-UP

This week, Anton and Maurice go over this year's biggest esports stories and give their predictions for 2018!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Dec 29, 201738:36
Episode 17: YouTube Partners With Faceit & Arena of Valor Launches

Episode 17: YouTube Partners With Faceit & Arena of Valor Launches

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss YouTube's partnership with Faceit, the US launch of Arena of Valor, the world's most popular game, Tencent's Q3 numbers and much more!

Be sure to check out our year end wrap up podcast next week!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Dec 22, 201741:37
Episode 16: The NBA's Esports Journey, Riot's Collegiate Update, & Madden on CW

Episode 16: The NBA's Esports Journey, Riot's Collegiate Update, & Madden on CW

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss the NBA revealing their NBA 2K logo and team identities, Riot changing their collegiate system, Madden being broadcasted on the CW and much more!

Anton and Maurice also go over the recent Superdata report and have a discussion on esports data.

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Dec 15, 201734:36
Episode 15: Galaxy becomes KSV and the Start of the OWL

Episode 15: Galaxy becomes KSV and the Start of the OWL

A lot happened this week in esports so we have a long episode for you guys!

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss Overwatch pre season not being on Twitch, OWL jersey skins, KSV Esports acquiring Samsung Galaxy, ESL standardizing their tournaments and much much more!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Dec 08, 201752:41
Episode 14: LCS Staffing and Germany's New Esports Association

Episode 14: LCS Staffing and Germany's New Esports Association

his week, Anton and Maurice discuss LCS teams making some new key hires, Germany's attempt at creating a new esports association, Tencent's complete battle royal domination and this week's other esports business news!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Dec 01, 201735:56
Bonus Episode: The NBA 2K League

Bonus Episode: The NBA 2K League

On this bonus episode, Maurice is joined by Grant Paranjape of Monumental Sports and Entertainment, Josh Barney and Justin Jonas of the Utah Jazz and Adam Rubin of the Detroit Pistons to talk about the NBA 2K League.

Topics covered include: their backgrounds, the NBA's approach to franchising, their plans to cultivate the local 2K community and much more! The guys end the podcast by giving some insights for future 2K prospects. Wheter you are interested in the NBA 2K league or just in esports this episode is a must listen!

Be sure to follow Grant @keiranthill, Josh @sprtakuz, Justin @JSquaredJazz and Adam @AdamRubinNBA!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Nov 28, 201744:17
Episode 13: Tencent Profit Domination, New LCS Names, & the Award Season

Episode 13: Tencent Profit Domination, New LCS Names, & the Award Season

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss Tencent's incredible financial profits, the three leaked NA LCS names and their branding, Forbes 30 for 30 and the Esports Industry Awards. Also, be sure to check out our bonus episode coming out next week!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Nov 17, 201733:45
Episode 12: Cowboys Enter Esports & OWC vs Lol Worlds w/ Tyler Schrodt of  EGF

Episode 12: Cowboys Enter Esports & OWC vs Lol Worlds w/ Tyler Schrodt of EGF

This week, Anton and Maurice are joined by Tyler Schrodt of the EGF. The guys discuss compLexity being bought by the Jones' family, the Dallas Fuel securing a jersey sponsorship, the former WME IMG crew creating a new game studio and much more!

We also learn more about EGF from Tyler and the groundbreaking work they are doing in collegiate esports. Be sure to follow the EGF on Twitter @officialEGF and Tyler @TSchrodt

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Nov 10, 201701:02:59
Episode 11: The OWL Secures Sponsors & the Olympics get Serious with Esports

Episode 11: The OWL Secures Sponsors & the Olympics get Serious with Esports

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss the changes in the EU LCS format, the two first sponsors for the OWL, an esports activation at the Olympics and all of this week's esports business news! Plus at the end of the episode Maurice and Anton talk about esports ICOs and how to approach these.

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Nov 03, 201741:37
Episode 10:  Cloud 9’s New Friends and the Twitch Fortress Grows Bigger

Episode 10: Cloud 9’s New Friends and the Twitch Fortress Grows Bigger

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss Cloud 9 raising money (WWE's serious entry into esports). Twitch's newly announced features, Pringles getting back into esports, companies looking for esports talent and and much more!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Oct 29, 201736:52
Episode 9: The Musical Chairs of LCS Franchising

Episode 9: The Musical Chairs of LCS Franchising

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss all of the recent news surrounding the NA LCS franchising! The new entrants, the teams that didn't get in and the big surprises. They also talk about the Yankees getting into esports, Adidas challenging ELeague's trademark and much more!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Oct 20, 201747:03
Episode 8: Overwatch vs the Finance Bros

Episode 8: Overwatch vs the Finance Bros

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss Activision getting its stock downgraded, Rogue loosing it's OW team, PSG stepping out of the EU LCS, Hulu working with ESL to create 4 esports shows and much more!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Oct 12, 201752:15
Episode 7: Ninjas in Pyjamas Rise Again & Nielsen Makes It's Esports Debut

Episode 7: Ninjas in Pyjamas Rise Again & Nielsen Makes It's Esports Debut

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss Ninjas and Pyjamas getting a multi million dollar investment, Nielsen releasing their esports report, CAA aquiring an esports consultancy company and much more!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Oct 08, 201731:24
Episode 6: JLo, ARod, Nick Allen, and $50M in Esports Investments

Episode 6: JLo, ARod, Nick Allen, and $50M in Esports Investments

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss NRG Esports and Cloud 9 getting major investments, new sponsors entering esports, Nick Allen moving to MSG and much much more!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Sep 30, 201743:56
Episode 5: More OWL, Maestro, Boomeo w/ Special Guest Mat Kaliski of Rubicon VC

Episode 5: More OWL, Maestro, Boomeo w/ Special Guest Mat Kaliski of Rubicon VC

This week, Anton and Maurice are joined by Mat Kaliski of Rubicon VC. Mat spearheads the fund's esports investements. The guys discuss Rubicon VC's newest esports investment Maestro, Optic Gaming getting an investment, the two new OWL spots, the fall of Boomeo and much more!

Be sure to follow Mat on Twitter @Matkaliski and Maestro @Maestro_Io



The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Sep 15, 201746:35
Episode 4: EU LCS Format Changes, Twitch Extensions, & Blizzard Arena in LA

Episode 4: EU LCS Format Changes, Twitch Extensions, & Blizzard Arena in LA

This week, Anton and Maurice discuss the new EU LCS format, the Twitch Extension program, the new Facebook exclusive Paladins League, Blizzard opening up their esports arena and much more!





The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @MREisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Sep 08, 201751:39
Episode 3: Olympics, NCAA & the Auto Brands

Episode 3: Olympics, NCAA & the Auto Brands

This week, Maurice and Anton discuss the remarks by IOC president Bach about esports in the Olympics, the NCAA releasing an RFP for an esports consultant, BMW sponsoring the EULCS final and much more



The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @moishieisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Sep 01, 201754:11
Episode 2: Nielsen gets into esports and NYC's new Overwatch team

Episode 2: Nielsen gets into esports and NYC's new Overwatch team

Why is Nielsen getting into esports and is this a good thing? Why did Sterling Capital buy a Korean Overwatch team for their NYC OWL spot? Why is an esports company that we hardly know about crowned the fastest growing company in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine? Anton and Maurice discuss these questions, and many more, on this week’s episode of esports B.O.O.M!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @moishieisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Aug 25, 201746:25
Episode 1: Overwatch League's growth and Tencent's domination.

Episode 1: Overwatch League's growth and Tencent's domination.

LA gets its second Overwatch spot with the Kroenke family and London gets its first spot with Cloud 9. What does this say about where the league is heading? Why is Tencent investing in all your favorite game publishers? What are the effects of Disney acquiring BAM Tech for the LCS? Anton and Maurice discuss these, and many more, questions on the pilot episode of esports B.O.O.M!

The Facts

Esports B.O.O.M. is produced by Maurice Eisenmann and Anton Ferraro. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @moishieisenmann and @JokrCantSpell . The music used is Quixotic by Jukedeck.
Aug 16, 201752:44