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The Four Horsemen

Last Free Nation
Counter-Strike
Esports
League Of Legends
Riot Games
Saudi Arabia
Evil Geniuses
Twitch
Valve
Dota 2
Esports World Cup
Alex Garfield
Valorant
Team Liquid
Activision Blizzard
LCS
Tournament Organizers
Into the Breach
UK Esports
Esports Sponsorship
Co-Streaming

The Four Horsemen is the premier esports industry show that reacts to important news and critical conversations across all major titles. Esports veterans Duncan "Thorin" Shields, Richard Lewis, and Christopher "MonteCristo" Mykles use their decades of experience to shed light and debate on key esports topics as they emerge. Each episode they are joined by an expert guest to help further provide in... more

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The LCS just hit its highest viewership peak since 2022 and FlyQuest CEO Brian Anderson joins MonteCristo, Thorin and Richard Lewis to explain why that number says more about the League of Legends calendar than it does about North America.

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Riot has canceled LEC Versus barely a year after announcing it, and MonteCristo, Thorin and LPL caster Jamada open by asking what that says about a League of Legends league whose salary cap is also being cut.

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Valve replaced the Counter-Strike major capsule system with a dynamic sticker market and team revenue collapsed by as much as 90 percent, so Legacy Founder and CEO Ricardo Sinigaglia joins MonteCristo, Thorin, and Richard Lewis to explain what that a... more

Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo break down Team Spirit's wild TI title run and Dota's collapsing China scene, joined by SVG.

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Recent Guests

Brian Anderson
CEO of FlyQuest with a finance background and experience founding Beastcoast
FlyQuest
Episode: FlyQuest CEO Addresses the Drama & The State of NA Esports (ft Brian Anderson)
Roald Van Buuren
Former Fnatic executive and Faceit executive
Faceit/Fnatic
Episode: What Is The Future Of Esports?
Harris Peskin
Resident lawyer of The Four Horsemen
The Four Horsemen
Episode: New York Just Sued Valve Over CS Cases (ft. Harris Peskin)
Arnold Hur
CEO of Gen.G, a prominent esports organization.
Gen.G
Episode: Will All Esports Fail? (ft. Arnold Hur)
Devin Nash
Industry expert and commentator on esports and gaming marketing
Episode: The Twitch Viewbot Problem Is WORSE Than You Think... (ft Devin Nash)
Barry Lee
A lawyer and player agent fluent in English and Korean.
Evolved Talent
Episode: The Zeus & T1 Controversy Explained (ft Barry Lee)
Neil M
Former manager of Into the Breach
Episode: How This CEO Stole Millions From His Own Esports Org (ft Neil_M)
Alban Dechelotte
CEO of G2 Esports
G2 Esports
Episode: The State of League of Legends / Sit Down With G2's CEO Stilgar
Jason Lake
Owner of Complexity and a noted figure in the esports industry.
Complexity Gaming
Episode: The Declining State of Counter-Strike... (ft Jason Lake)

Hosts

Duncan Shields
Host of The Four Horsemen (seasoned esports commentator and former pro player)
Richard Lewis
Co-host; veteran esports journalist and analyst with deep industry connections
Christopher Mykles
Co-host; former pro gamer and analyst with tournament and broadcasting experience
MonteCristo
Host and esports analyst with broadcasting and commentary history
Thorin Shields
Host; veteran esports commentator and entrepreneur in the space

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 384 ratings
  • Truly excellent content

    I’ve gotten to a point where I am almost rooting for disaster in esports because it means we will get a new episode of this show.

    I’m very happy with the balance and depth of the conversations, hoping the episodes stay long and detailed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richards Butt Boy
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent.

    An excellent way to keep up on the issues in esports. Only when the summoning ritual is completed do I know an issue is worth my time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CodyNat20
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Keeps a critical eye on industry trends with insider anecdotes.
Solid, informed industry takes and deep-dive analysis.
Highlights both problems and potential solutions in the ecosystem.
Excellent context on sponsorships and governance in esports.

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#165
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Talking Points

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FlyQuest CEO Addresses the Drama & The State of NA Esports (ft Brian Anderson)
Q: What's your experience within FlyQuest in the North American market right now?
Anderson says esports teams compete for the same marketing budgets as creators and other sports properties, and brands increasingly expect measurable conversions and clear return on investment. He says FlyQuest focuses on strong client service, creative campaigns, and pricing partnerships to overdeliver.
FlyQuest CEO Addresses the Drama & The State of NA Esports (ft Brian Anderson)
Q: As an LCS team, what is your view on this latest four-year improvement in viewership?
Anderson says the LCS schedule helped because it was the last league to finish, leaving co-streamers without competing matches to watch. He also points to compelling playoff storylines and strong fan support.
LEC Versus Was Destined To Fail (ft Jamada)
Q: What's your take on the current state of LEC Tier 2, and what happened to these leagues that used to cast NLC?
Jamada attributes the decline largely to mismanagement, weak revenue opportunities and inadequate oversight. He says NLC organizers overspent, failed to maintain strong relationships with Los Ratones, and damaged the league's ability to retain teams and audiences.
LEC Versus Was Destined To Fail (ft Jamada)
Q: How successful was last year's LEC Versus in your estimation?
Jamada considers it successful because Los Ratones entered LEC competition and drew interest, although he says the tournament's overall metrics might have been stronger if the team had reached the playoffs.
Breaking Down The International 2026 (ft SVG)
Q: What makes TI format superior to other esports formats?
The panel argues TI format blends long series, meaningful drafts, and fatigue dynamics to create compelling storytelling and high-stakes play, yielding memorable five-game finals and deep strategic context.

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This show centers esports industry dynamics, governance, sponsorship, and platform strategy, often through sharp panel debates and insider perspectives. Episodes frequently tackle major geopolitical influences, funding models, and the economics of teams and events, with a recurring emphasis on transparency, player welfare, and sustainable ecosystems. A standout element is the frequent inclusion of experienced guests who bring practical context from teams, platforms, and tournaments, making complex industry shifts easier to understand for listeners considering careers, partnerships, or sponsorships in esports. Potential listeners can expect candid takes on governance, financing, broadcasting, and the evolving relationship between publishers,... more

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1. Brian Anderson
2. Roald Van Buuren
3. Harris Peskin
4. Arnold Hur
5. Devin Nash
6. Barry Lee
7. Neil M
8. Alban Dechelotte

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