The Hot Drop

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

  1. 10/12/2025

    The Future is TPP - EP 27 with Jeemzz and NIXZYEE

    Sat down with two players who qualified for PGS and PGC from EMEA - Jeemzz from FaZe and Nixzyee from VP. We had a long chat about all sorts of stories from their esports journeys, how their year went, what they are focusing on going into PGS9, etc. We also spent time talking about TPP, how it changes the game, and the guys outlook on next year. Links to my twitch and the video version of this podcast ⁠⁠⁠here Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:47) - Did Jeemzz get FaZe removed from GPT?(00:04:37) - Who goes to PGC this year?(00:15:55) - What happened to FaZe this year?(00:17:42) - Regional and International PUBG are two different (worlds(00:21:17) - Everyone copies the good teams(00:38:30) - Would you want an real in-game analyst? (00:43:38) - Co-IGL and Killfeed tracker are so important(00:52:48) - You need some luck to drop a 100 point day(00:58:35) - Nixzyee IQ Diff(01:00:35) - Why is Asia not dominating everyone?(01:04:10) - There shouldn't be hidden rules in the game (01:13:10) - A consistent admin crew for lans would be sick(01:25:17) - Is 2026 TPP?(01:46:25) - You need good mental for pubg - or just be Aixleft(01:50:40) - How to fix the bluezone healing?(01:55:55) - SLAMG on LAN, PGS Preview(02:03:40) - Outro

    2h 5m

  2. 09/19/2025

    EWC Winners & the Future of PUBG - EP 26 w Batu and Shrimzy

    Another great chat with the boys, talking about PNC and Batu winning EWC. The guys explained how it can be tricky to perform at regional events when you're so focused on the internationals.We spoke about the future of PUBG and whether its in TPP or FPP. Oh, and we talked about dogs, Shrimzys dog mainly. 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(00:02:55) - What did Batu think about PNC?(00:06:20) - To play like Vietnam you have to be insane fighters(00:15:55) - Falcons are trying to learn from Vietnam(00:18:26) - Should you practice for PNC over EWC?(00:22:07) - Would you take an invite to finals at PGC?(00:30:28) - 12 Game Finals are insanity(00:32:12) - BATU WON EWC!!(00:44:59) - PUPPY(00:45:43) - Other formats are just harder to win(00:52:25) - Sometimes 8th is better than 2nd(00:56:40) - What happened in regionals guys?(01:05:18) - The recency bias in PUBG is crazy(01:12:11) - Batu doesn't know why hes playing TPP(01:19:12) - The panzers are out of control(01:23:08) - Land ratio is a bit f****d(01:26:46) - Thoughts on the DMR patch?(01:31:09 )- FLC and TWIS guaranteed for PGC?(01:33:55) - Fludd is living with Shrimzy(01:35:36) - Acend is doing well(01:37:22) - Needex went to APAC - weird move?(01:39:55) - Dog talk lol(01:43:48) - Outro

    1h 45m

  3. 06/02/2025

    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 studies the top teams (00:16:15) - POV streams should be mandatory (00:20:01) - What does Falcons work on? (00:30:32) - Did BB deserve PGS8? (00:44:51) - Shrimzy's Tierlist: Solid (00:55:48) - Batu lost respect for Pero (01:00:27) - Batu's Tierlist: Solid (01:01:50) - VP are so weird (01:05:27) - TE and BB need to prove themselves (01:11:10) - Kowo's Tierlist: LMAOOOO (01:18:09) - Power rankings are still crazy (01:25:18) - EWC quals without top teams and no PGC points :( (01:37:29) - PNC with final invites?? (01:40:15) - Some of these formats are getting out of control (01:50:30) - Are two events in 3 weeks bad? (02:00:56) - VP out the blue, Scoom off reddit (02:05:53) - FaZe better with mxey? (02:09:49) - Falcons POV made PGS8 so fun (02:12:57) - Outro

    2h 14m

  4. 04/18/2025

    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) - Intro (00:01:27) - Why didn't you dominate your regions? (00:10:33) - How do the regions look for PGS? (00:14:49) - What does Batu think about Geekay and NaVi? (00:20:14) - Will NaVi hotdrop at PGS? Will TWIS? (00:26:08) - The new "Power Ranking" for EWC invites (00:37:15) - 24 teams at PNC??? (00:47:35) - EWC qualifiers NEED PGC points (00:50:24) - Some the PNC rules are crazy (00:59:55) - Thoughts on TPP? (01:02:33) - PGS 7 TIER LIST (01:30:32) - Outro

    1h 32m

  5. 04/02/2025

    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 ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Designs done by @Mam1c (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:55) - Champions of EMEA! (00:05:41) - How did Geekay come together? (00:12:59) - What are the roles on the team? (00:17:21) - Why did you get kicked off NaVi and VP?(00:24:18) - How was coaching PUBG Mobile? (00:31:24) - How do you always bring an org? (00:33:19) - What happened during day 1 of PEC? (00:41:47) - The Bushido Scandal (00:48:04) - What if there was no killfeed? (00:51:10) - Good admins are rare (We miss Seatlon)(00:55:33) - What other regions look good for PGS?(01:07:33) - No PGC points for EWC would be crazy (01:11:40) - Thoughts on TPP? (01:18:36) - The marketing matters (01:25:31) - Outro

    1h 26m

  6. 02/16/2025

    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 after PGC 2021 00:06:53 - What happened during the FUT kick? 00:12:30 - How was fitting into VP? 00:15:25 - How did you get through the PGC format? 00:18:36 - Is blue healing OP? 00:24:18 - Whats the vibe in VP like? 00:28:14 - What are you working on, how do roles work? 00:32:14 - Thoughts on TPP? 00:36:56- PUBG is not a western game 00:41:17 - Do you quit if it goes TPP? 00:44:18 - Scandinavia at PNC 2025? 00:46:56 - Circuit format might come to regionals 00:48:21 - Advice for teams stuck on cusp? 00:50:49 - Too much comms can be a problem too 00:57:26 - Asian rosters seem crazy this year 01:01:33 - SQ and TWIS both fumbling PGC 01:06:38 - Outro

    1h 8m

  7. 01/09/2025

    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 (0:03:25) - Second at PGC, thoughts? (00:10:14) - TWIS struggle despite XMPL 00:14:45) - Was this the worst PGC format ever? (00:24:02) - Soniqs are GONE (00:27:33) - Roster Moves Gossip (00:32:21) - Outside view on players in a team is worthless (00:35:09) - There aren't enough english POV stream (00:42:09) - Nations Cup is odd next year (00:44:47) - Were you ever doubting your career? (00:48:30) - Why was this PGC so close? (00:51:11) - GPT Program has been a failure (00:58:13) - Can TPP bring a new audience? (01:17:12) - Are you quitting if everything turns TPP? (01:19:27) - Will any of the GPT Teams change? (01:25:52) - Can we fix the teaming problems? (01:43:34) - There could have been more griefing at PGC (01:49:30) - Team Liquid comeback (01:51:09) - Outro

    1h 52m

  8. 11/03/2024

    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 format is shambolic (32:47) Who suprised you this PGS5? (38:06) Batu and Gunner were impressed by NaVi (43:33) Getting good Phase 1 shifts can suck (47:22) How SQ and TWIS feel about hot drops (57:25) Aixleft is back, but Summer is benched?? (01:03:10) GOAT Tierlist and PGS Finalist Tierlist (01:13:30) The GOAT discussion might change after this PGC (01:15:50) Who would BatulinS pick for the Russian PNC team? (01:20:45) How did Gunner prep USA for Nations Cup (01:27:25) Gunner straight up shitting on Oath/LG

    1h 29m
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Join Kowo as he chats with a variety of guests of the PUBG and esports world.

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  • Creator
    Ivo "Kowo" Schenk
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ivo "Kowo" Schenk
  • Show Website
    The Hot Drop