Back with a bang and here to discuss Dota in the past 6 weeks, Marco, Adam and Stan reconvein for a discussion about TI, our recent pub games and what's hot and what's not in the Dota 2 world! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all the listeners! https://discord.gg/wJPtxkGz

Back with a bang and here to discuss Dota in the past 6 weeks, Marco, Adam and Stan reconvein for a discussion about TI, our recent pub games and what's hot and what's not in the Dota 2 world! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all the listeners! <a href="https://discord.gg/wJPtxkGz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/wJPtxkGz</a>

#195 - The reports of our death have been greatly exaggerated

Epic TI intro justifies my epic silly voice! Episode does what is says on the tin, review of TI so far and a look ahead at finals weekend.

Epic TI intro justifies my epic silly voice! Episode does what is says on the tin, review of TI so far and a look ahead at finals weekend.

#194 - The International 11 Part 1 review!

The epic TI music is back for the review of the group stage. Plenty of spoilers here as Marco breaks down EG's great preformances, as well as chats on the defining heroes so far and a look forward to the start of the main event

The epic TI music is back for the review of the group stage. Plenty of spoilers here as Marco breaks down EG's great preformances, as well as chats on the defining heroes so far and a look forward to the start of the main event

TI11 Group Stage Review

https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD Duo pod this week as Marco and Stan go team by team to preview the group stage at TI 11 and asess the various teams' chances.

<a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a> Duo pod this week as Marco and Stan go team by team to preview the group stage at TI 11 and asess the various teams' chances.

#192 - TI 11 Group Stage Preview

The Dota speaks for itself. The predictions speak for themselves. Marco's mic speaks for himself.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

The Dota speaks for itself. The predictions speak for themselves. Marco's mic speaks for himself.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#191 - Predictions, losing the unlosable and Marco's Mic

#190 - Truesight, Marci and Craig

Hello friends, we're back with another episode this week. Discussing the new PA persona, TI qualifyers and how the tornament is shaping up and also our games and the heroes we really hate, almost all in Adam's case!

Hello friends, we're back with another episode this week. Discussing the new PA persona, TI qualifyers and how the tornament is shaping up and also our games and the heroes we really hate, almost all in Adam's case!

#189 - Disagreeing with everyone: Personas TI and Derge

We are back this week to discuss the big Dota changes of the past few weeks, namely patch 7.23 and the Battle Pass. We chat about our games before reflecting on some of the bigger adjustments of 7.23, then dive into some battle pass chat!

We are back this week to discuss the big Dota changes of the past few weeks, namely patch 7.23 and the Battle Pass. We chat about our games before reflecting on some of the bigger adjustments of 7.23, then dive into some battle pass chat!

#188 - Patch, Pass and Fun

We're back finally! The summer is proving extremely difficult to maintain a regular shedule, with holidays and business proving tough to overcome. But overcome we have this week, as Marco Adam and Stan sit to discuss their games over the last month, the Arlington Major and indeed the good old days.

We're back finally! The summer is proving extremely difficult to maintain a regular shedule, with holidays and business proving tough to overcome. But overcome we have this week, as Marco Adam and Stan sit to discuss their games over the last month, the Arlington Major and indeed the good old days.

#187 - Games Majors and comebacks

Can we truly improve from watching pro games, or are they playing a totally different game? This is today's topic as we dive into the challenges us feeble pubbers face that render meaningful takeaways broken at best. Marco also talks about how he models his unranked gaming to Wigan Athletic

Can we truly improve from watching pro games, or are they playing a totally different game? This is today's topic as we dive into the challenges us feeble pubbers face that render meaningful takeaways broken at best. Marco also talks about how he models his unranked gaming to Wigan Athletic

#186 - Should we learn from Pro games or Wigan Athletic?

New Meta is a podcast about all things DotA 2. We aim to create fun, insightful and helpful content for anyone with an interest in the game. The three hosts are long-time internet friends and high-skill DotA fanatics, with a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. Whether you want strategic insights to help you climb the ladder, or simply chill to some DotA chat, then this is the podcast is for you!

Even as a casual dota player, this pod is great. Entertaining but also helps explain strategies, ways to improve, etc. well

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Hello I am a flyinfungi and you guys are amazing. Love the podcast and have been listening for a few weeks!!!!

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New Meta: DotA 2 Podcast

TI9 day 4! Liquid in action twice beating RNG then EG. Marco lets some steam off after a painful final series of the day with his favourite EG falling 2-0 vs Team Liquid in disappointing fashion. Secret vs Infamous is the other series today, discussion of all the action! https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

TI9 day 4! Liquid in action twice beating RNG then EG. Marco lets some steam off after a painful final series of the day with his favourite EG falling 2-0 vs Team Liquid in disappointing fashion. Secret vs Infamous is the other series today, discussion of all the action! <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

Main Event Day 4 Review TI9: ANGRY POD! Liquid smash through the lower bracket

Patch review of 7.22e with Stan, Marco and Adam! https://discord.gg/YazgfV8

Patch review of 7.22e with Stan, Marco and Adam! <a href="https://discord.gg/YazgfV8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/YazgfV8</a>

#35 - 7.22e Patch Review: One For the Spammers

Episode 20 sees Stan Marco and Adam tackle the biggest question in Dota: how to get gud? The crew start their discussion at the bottom of the ladder, talking about the fundamentals necessary to climb out of 1k (12:20). Then the podders escape the clutches of 2k (29:50), 3k (47:45), 4k (58:00) and eventually reach the 6k promised land (75:00), in turn covering the key aspects of beating each tier.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD Join the discord for great discussions and Dota chat!

Episode 20 sees Stan Marco and Adam tackle the biggest question in Dota: how to get gud? The crew start their discussion at the bottom of the ladder, talking about the fundamentals necessary to climb out of 1k (12:20). Then the podders escape the clutches of 2k (29:50), 3k (47:45), 4k (58:00) and eventually reach the 6k promised land (75:00), in turn covering the key aspects of beating each tier.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a> Join the discord for great discussions and Dota chat!

#20 - Trench Warfare: Climbing the Ranks in Dota 2

Lots to talk about in episode 36! Marco wants to know the lore behind Invoker being a child (!?), Stan wants to know how many ways 36 can be divided and Adam wants to know why Grimstroke has a negative win rate. Initial topics include hero personas and arcanas before the main topic of why Windranger, Ember, Juggernaut, Grimstroke and Slark are so heavily picked at the moment. https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

Lots to talk about in episode 36! Marco wants to know the lore behind Invoker being a child (!?), Stan wants to know how many ways 36 can be divided and Adam wants to know why Grimstroke has a negative win rate. Initial topics include hero personas and arcanas before the main topic of why Windranger, Ember, Juggernaut, Grimstroke and Slark are so heavily picked at the moment. <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#36 - Personas and Pick Rates: Is 6 Groups of 6 Bigger Than 4 Groups of 9?

This episode takes the form of a guide on how to play position 5, with the gang discussing key points that can help improve your support play! Adam (ComeDineWithMe), Marco (Takko-) and Stan (TheMagicT) cover different types of lane match-ups and how to approach them, how to most effectively use your time, how to spend your gold and much much more! A must listen for any aspiring supports.

This episode takes the form of a guide on how to play position 5, with the gang discussing key points that can help improve your support play! Adam (ComeDineWithMe), Marco (Takko-) and Stan (TheMagicT) cover different types of lane match-ups and how to approach them, how to most effectively use your time, how to spend your gold and much much more! A must listen for any aspiring supports.

#5 - How to Play Position 5: Lich Saved Adam's Life

Episode 57 sees the first of our New Meta hero deep dives, with Adam's favorite Crystal Maiden getting the attention and discussion. The crew talk laning, spells, builds, talents and more; as well as using some intro time to cover the continued changes to match-making.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

Episode 57 sees the first of our New Meta hero deep dives, with Adam's favorite Crystal Maiden getting the attention and discussion. The crew talk laning, spells, builds, talents and more; as well as using some intro time to cover the continued changes to match-making.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#57 - Crystal Maiden Deep Dive

3 blog posts from Valve in 3 days !?! The New Meta trio are pinching themselves too. In this ep we cover the fascinating changes to matchmaking and general quality of life improvements that the Summer Scrub updates have introduced. The crew then turn their attention to a hero that is long overdue a discussion on the pod: core Silencer (54:35). https://discord.gg/YazgfV8

3 blog posts from Valve in 3 days !?! The New Meta trio are pinching themselves too. In this ep we cover the fascinating changes to matchmaking and general quality of life improvements that the Summer Scrub updates have introduced. The crew then turn their attention to a hero that is long overdue a discussion on the pod: core Silencer (54:35). <a href="https://discord.gg/YazgfV8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/YazgfV8</a>

#40 - What a Time to be a DotA Player!: Summer Scrub, Matchmaking and Silencer

Where should I be on the map? What areas should we be playing in? Where will the lane creeps meet? Is it called the jungle or the woods? All valid questions, and in this episode we have some answers. The topics all follow the theme of what are the key areas of the map that a team should be playing in and why. We discuss concepts like the dead lane, high-ground areas on the map, playing around easy objectives. https://discord.gg/YazgfV8

Where should I be on the map? What areas should we be playing in? Where will the lane creeps meet? Is it called the jungle or the woods? All valid questions, and in this episode we have some answers. The topics all follow the theme of what are the key areas of the map that a team should be playing in and why. We discuss concepts like the dead lane, high-ground areas on the map, playing around easy objectives. <a href="https://discord.gg/YazgfV8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/YazgfV8</a>

#59 - Where to Play on the Map: Save the Rainforest Creeps!

Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD New Meta Podcast marks its tenth edition with the best episode yet, as Marco, Adam and Stan explore the key decisions you should make when playing carry. From the strategy phase all the way to the late-game, the most game-deciding decisions often fall at the feet of the carry, being the highest net worth and often most important hero on the team. The usual podcast suspects are here to shed light on how to navigate these choices.

Join our Discord! <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a> New Meta Podcast marks its tenth edition with the best episode yet, as Marco, Adam and Stan explore the key decisions you should make when playing carry. From the strategy phase all the way to the late-game, the most game-deciding decisions often fall at the feet of the carry, being the highest net worth and often most important hero on the team. The usual podcast suspects are here to shed light on how to navigate these choices.

#10 - Making Decisions as a Carry

Episode 29 sees the New Meta squadron discuss some potential gems to try in the 4 position. Adam uses his experience as a recent convert to the 4 role to guide Marco and Stan through the weird worlds of pos 4 Axe (9:50), QoP (37:10), Spirit Breaker (49:45) and Mars (69:00). We're all very excited about this Axe! https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

Episode 29 sees the New Meta squadron discuss some potential gems to try in the 4 position. Adam uses his experience as a recent convert to the 4 role to guide Marco and Stan through the weird worlds of pos 4 Axe (9:50), QoP (37:10), Spirit Breaker (49:45) and Mars (69:00). We're all very excited about this Axe! <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#29 - Four Funky 4s: Axe, QoP, Spirit Breaker and Mars

The third and final day of groups at TI9 saw the conclusion of what has been an epic group stage over in Shanghai. Adam and Stan are here to discuss the day's tense games and look forward to the main event. https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

The third and final day of groups at TI9 saw the conclusion of what has been an epic group stage over in Shanghai. Adam and Stan are here to discuss the day's tense games and look forward to the main event. <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

TI9 Groups Day 4 Review: The Bracket is Revealed as VP Make a Charge

New Meta razes the game by dropping a hammer of an episode this week! A sizable patch coming our way in the form of 7.23e, we review the changes and how they effect the state of the game, also checking in with Marco for Void Spirit Corner. Then we turn our attention to two famous and yet still curious mid heroes: Outworld Devourer and Shadow Fiend, both having been subject to ability re-works in the Outlanders Update.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

New Meta razes the game by dropping a hammer of an episode this week! A sizable patch coming our way in the form of 7.23e, we review the changes and how they effect the state of the game, also checking in with Marco for Void Spirit Corner. Then we turn our attention to two famous and yet still curious mid heroes: Outworld Devourer and Shadow Fiend, both having been subject to ability re-works in the Outlanders Update.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#68 - 7.23e review + OD and SF

In this edition of the pod the topic at hand is how to play in and around a difficult lane. Everyone hates playing in a terrible lane, but the podders are here to help mitigate the damage and stop a bad lane turning into a bad game!  The discord continues to grow and be a lot of fun. Join for lively Dota discussions and general chat, also watch out for news on upcoming party and in-house evenings!  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD 

In this edition of the pod the topic at hand is how to play in and around a difficult lane. Everyone hates playing in a terrible lane, but the podders are here to help mitigate the damage and stop a bad lane turning into a bad game!  The discord continues to grow and be a lot of fun. Join for lively Dota discussions and general chat, also watch out for news on upcoming party and in-house evenings!  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#13 - Why Does it Always Lane on Me 

In episode 70 we discover that Immortal players don't use nether shawl, that Lifestealer is actually an agility hero and that a true DotA player always sheds a tear when watching the 7.00 patch reveal video. In less spectacular discoveries we talk about what makes Doom suddenly a tier S hero as well as the balance changes in patch 7.23f. The main chunk of the show is spent discussing the strengths, weaknesses and key aspects of the tier 1 and 2 neutral items.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

In episode 70 we discover that Immortal players don't use nether shawl, that Lifestealer is actually an agility hero and that a true DotA player always sheds a tear when watching the 7.00 patch reveal video. In less spectacular discoveries we talk about what makes Doom suddenly a tier S hero as well as the balance changes in patch 7.23f. The main chunk of the show is spent discussing the strengths, weaknesses and key aspects of the tier 1 and 2 neutral items.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#70 - Tier 1+2 Neutral Items, Doom and 7.23f

In this impromptu special edition of the pod, Stan, Marco and Adam gather to discuss the long awaited patch notes of 7.22. The trio go from top to bottom, covering all the important changes, whether game-changing, gimicky or downright strange.  https://discord.gg/VCrW5Vw

In this impromptu special edition of the pod, Stan, Marco and Adam gather to discuss the long awaited patch notes of 7.22. The trio go from top to bottom, covering all the important changes, whether game-changing, gimicky or downright strange.  <a href="https://discord.gg/VCrW5Vw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/VCrW5Vw</a>

#25 - 7.22 Patch Review and First Impressions

In this episode the crew gathers to celebrate Marco's return to Immortal, as well as discussing the variety of heroes and play styles seen in the mid-lane (5:35). The trio then each bring a favourite mid hero to the table and talk about why and how they work in the current meta. Adam bolts off the conversation with Razor (16:16), followed by Marco's Queen of Pain (38:03) and finally Stan's Necrophos (67:12). Join the Discord for more fun and interesting discussions as well as upcoming in-house evenings with fellow listeners and the podders themselves.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

In this episode the crew gathers to celebrate Marco's return to Immortal, as well as discussing the variety of heroes and play styles seen in the mid-lane (5:35). The trio then each bring a favourite mid hero to the table and talk about why and how they work in the current meta. Adam bolts off the conversation with Razor (16:16), followed by Marco's Queen of Pain (38:03) and finally Stan's Necrophos (67:12). Join the Discord for more fun and interesting discussions as well as upcoming in-house evenings with fellow listeners and the podders themselves.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#14 - Mid-Lane Madness: Just CS LUL

With Marco still afk, Adam and Stan and blessed with the debut of guest Nick! A tried and tested member of the New Meta party stack, Nick seamlessly slots in for this special episode! The trio begin by answering a couple of fun listener emails (sent to newmetapodcast@hotmail.com) before moving to cover IceFrog's touch-ups in 7.21b. 

With Marco still afk, Adam and Stan and blessed with the debut of guest Nick! A tried and tested member of the New Meta party stack, Nick seamlessly slots in for this special episode! The trio begin by answering a couple of fun listener emails (sent to <a href="mailto:newmetapodcast@hotmail.com">newmetapodcast@hotmail.com</a>) before moving to cover IceFrog's touch-ups in 7.21b.

#7 - Listener Mail and Mini-Patch w/ Guest Nick 

How many ranged strength heroes are there? We're pretty sure we worked it out since last episode, turns out there's four. Today we give some follow-up thoughts on Void Spirit and Snapfire coming off the back of last week's episode. We then cover what changed in 7.23 to make Lone Druid (35:00), Tiny (46:45) and Venomancer (52:52)so hot right now. https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

How many ranged strength heroes are there? We're pretty sure we worked it out since last episode, turns out there's four. Today we give some follow-up thoughts on Void Spirit and Snapfire coming off the back of last week's episode. We then cover what changed in 7.23 to make Lone Druid (35:00), Tiny (46:45) and Venomancer (52:52)so hot right now. <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#66 - Rising Stars of 7.23 + 65 Follow-up: VS Snap Druid Tiny Veno

Join Adam, Marco and friend of the pod Joe as they have fun discussing ideas related to learning the complex game of Dota, from a solo perspective to playing games with friends. The episode starts with a nod to the past and a discussion of how Adam climbed the ranks, before contrasting with Joe's perspective as a long-time casual gamer, as well as discussing how players of varying experience can continue to learn the game. Join the Discord channel! - https://discord.gg/QFzaDd7

Join Adam, Marco and friend of the pod Joe as they have fun discussing ideas related to learning the complex game of Dota, from a solo perspective to playing games with friends. The episode starts with a nod to the past and a discussion of how Adam climbed the ranks, before contrasting with Joe's perspective as a long-time casual gamer, as well as discussing how players of varying experience can continue to learn the game. Join the Discord channel! - <a href="https://discord.gg/QFzaDd7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/QFzaDd7</a>

#16 - Learning to Learn

Aura

In episode 67 we cry a bit about losing games then proceed to uncover the true value of team aura items! We start with the low-cost trio of Basilius, Headdress and Buckler, followed by the early/mid game items of Drums, Helm-Dom, Mekanism and Vlads. We also then spend some time on the more expensive and better defined items of Pipe, Crimson and Grieves.  https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD

In episode 67 we cry a bit about losing games then proceed to uncover the true value of team aura items! We start with the low-cost trio of Basilius, Headdress and Buckler, followed by the early/mid game items of Drums, Helm-Dom, Mekanism and Vlads. We also then spend some time on the more expensive and better defined items of Pipe, Crimson and Grieves.  <a href="https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/rgV6KwD</a>

#67 - Team Aura Items in 7.23

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