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Hot Take Point Made

Last Free Nation

Each host brings their hottest and most hilarious Counter-Strike takes for debate amongst the panel. While the incendiary takes may not be serious, the conversation they generate uncovers surprising truths and predictions about the esport. Professional player turned analyst and broadcaster Jacob "Pimp" Winneche, broadcast personality Alex "Mauisnake" Ellenberg, and esports historian Duncan "Thorin" Shields bring the laughs each week.

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01:14:30

kyxsan Has ZERO Excuses Left

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/10/06

Thorin, Mauisnake and Pimp open on an in-game leading hot take that tilts the room inside thirty seconds, then spend the rest of the episode on whether Counter-Strike 2 is actually broken for everybody who is not a pro.Raycon: Celebrate Raycon Month with the Open Earbuds, 25% off right now. Get yours at https://buyraycon.com/hottakeopenPrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKE and use code HOTTAKE and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!LFN Premium: Exclusive Q&A every

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01:27:25

HLTV Top 20 Needs To Be SHUT DOWN

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2026/10/02

Thorin, Mauisnake and Pimp open on a listener take demanding the HLTV top 20 be shut down for warping Counter-Strike history, and Thorin ends up defending the list he has argued with for a decade. From there: whether m0NESY can ever be crowned number 1, G2's roster future, paiN's prodigy problem, and a GOAT argument built on dupreeh.PrizePicks: Play daily fantasy lineups and use code HOTTAKE to get $150 in lineups when you win your first $5 lineup. Visit prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HOTTAKELFN

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01:02:18

BC.Game Did NOTHING Wrong?!

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2026/09/25

Thorin, Mauisnake and Pimp open on BC Game swapping electroNic out and argue the move was correct, because electroNic's switch to in-game leading destroyed one of the best riflers Counter-Strike has ever had. From there: broky's disappearance, FUT's ceiling at PGL Masters Bucharest, and whether Team Liquid are the worst return on investment in CS2.Hims: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://hims.com/hottake to get a personalized, affordable plan built for you.Raycon: Get 20% off your order at

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01:17:44

FalleN in the 2020's is the Most OVERRATED IGL EVER

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/09/16

Thorin argues that Fallen is the most overrated in-game leader of the 2020s in Counter-Strike, and Mauisnake is not letting that slide without a fight. FURIA's post-retirement freefall, Legacy's rise in Brazil, and Aurora's broken T side round out the show.Hims: Ready to reach your goals? Visit hims.com/hottake to get a personalized, affordable plan built for you.PrizePicks: Play daily fantasy lineups and use code HOTTAKE to get $150 in lineups when you win your first $5 lineup. Visit

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01:19:17

Most CS Teams Are Too DUMB To Play This

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/09/10

Thorin, Mauisnake, and Pimp argue that most Counter-Strike teams are too dumb to play the hyper-proactive style they keep copying, and that NiKo has one move left if he ever wants the GOAT title.Raycon: Essential Open Earbuds with an open-ear design that keeps you aware of your surroundings, 20% off right now. Get yours at https://buyraycon.com/hottakeopenHuel: Limited Time Offer – Make healthy eating simple. Get Huel today with our exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with our code LFN at

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01:24:19

Why zonic Is STILL The GOAT Coach In CS

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2026/09/02

Thorin, Mauisnake, and Pimp make the case that zonic is the GOAT coach in Counter-Strike despite the fraud narrative, and why Vitality are still a title team even with a stand-in.Raycon: Essential Open Earbuds with an open-ear design that keeps you aware of your surroundings, 20% off right now. Get yours at https://buyraycon.com/hottakeopen Hims: Simple online access to personalized, affordable weight loss care and more, with a plan built around you. Get started at https://hims.com/hottake (weight

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01:07:49

FALCONS SHOULD GET RID OF KARRIGAN

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2026/08/29

Thorin, Mauisnake, and Pimp debate whether Falcons should bench karrigan as IGL and hand the reins to NiKo before 2027.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 Hims: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://hims.com/hottake to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. LFN Premium: Suggest topics for the show, go ad-free across the network, and unlock paywalled extras. Just $9/month

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01:10:04

FINALLY Settling the Astralis vs Vitality GOAT Debate

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2026/08/19

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

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01:24:14

Mauisnake's INSANE CS2 IGL Rankings

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/07/23

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:

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01:34:29

Why m0NESY Will Be The Player Of The Year

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2026/07/15

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 Hosted by

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01:17:16

karrigan PROVED He Cannot Be Replaced

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/07/08

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of

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01:12:32

THIS Is the Missing Piece for NAVI?!

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2026/06/17

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

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01:12:48

kassad FIRES SHOTS At HooXi and Astralis After...

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/06/10

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 Hosted

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01:10:30

Why The Falcons Project Was DOOMED From The Start

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/05/25

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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01:10:31

KARRIGAN WILL NOT DO WELL ON FALCONS

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2026/04/26

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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01:10:57

IS THE VRS SYSTEM TOO COMPLICATED?

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/04/09

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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01:25:32

MAKAZZE IS BETTER THAN KYOUSUKE

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/03/24

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

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01:18:26

dev1ce NEEDS TO BE REMOVED FROM 100T

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/03/07

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

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01:27:17

WHY VITALITY NEED TO LOSE TO BE THE BEST TEAM

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/02/18

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 today on

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01:08:27

jL SHOULD NOT BE AN ANALYST...

Hot Take Point Made ·

2026/02/04

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

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