On today's episode of Cheddar Sports: SonicFox has proven himself to be the greatest "Injustice 2" player around, but he's also demonstrated that he;s an all-around good guy by donating 10k to rival Rewind to pay for his father's surgery. Other headlines include the announcement of the Game Award nominees, the release of "Pokemon Let's Go," and big changes to "Overwatch" and "Fortnite."
Then later, we sit down with ReKTGlobal VP of Esports Kevin Knocke to hear his take on whether investing in a "League of Legends" or "Overwatch" team is a good move. We also talk to NYXL head of Business Development and Events Ben "MrBitter" Nichol about his plan to make New York the greatest esports city in the world, and PUBG caster Cameron Davis drops in to tell us about the game's new league. And finally, Thadeous Cooper of Astro Gaming previews their new wireless C40 TR controller.
The Olympics haven't even begun and the military is already being called. This time, however, North Korea has nothing to do with it. Almost a thousand military personnel have been sent to Pyeongchang after dozens of security guards fell ill from a norovirus outbreak.
The Olympics draws millions of people around the globe but it also attracts a higher risk of a cybersecurity attack. Travis Farral, Director of Security Strategy at Anomali, joins Cheddar to discuss certain risks to atheletes and tourists traveling to PyeongChang, SOuth Korea.
On Between Bells: More memos, more problems for both parties. Best Super Bowl ads, and Keeping Secrets with the Kardashians. With Rare Media, Gov. John W. Hickenlooper, The Young Turks, Diply, and Zimbio.
The Philadelphia Eagles may have won Super Bowl LII, but which brands delivered the most memorable advertisements? Diply's Dan Lagani joins Cheddar to discuss the factors to consider when picking a champion from the biggest night of the year for TV commercials.
Kyle Martino, candidate for U.S. Soccer president, breaks down his campaign and explains how his views are different from the other candidates. Martino was a professional soccer player for six years.
Former U.S. Men's Team midfielder Kyle Martino says that if female athletes aren't treated and paid like the World Cup winners they are, soccer will have a hard time growing in the U.S.
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest days of the year for both football fans and foodies alike. Philadelphia-based Chef Brian Duffy and Boston-based Chef Chris Coombs share how they prepare for the big weekend.
The Super Bowl is around the corner, and concerns over the effects of repeated traumas to the head are in the spotlight. And some research suggests that less protection might actually prevent injuries.
LeBron James is reportedly willing to take a meeting with the Golden Stare Warriors when he hits free agency this summer. FHM's Nick Dimengo joins Cheddar to discuss the validity of the ESPN scoop.
Your Future Home: Housing trends and tips with Quicken Loans. On Between Bells: Super Bowl LII preview, Super Mario goes to Hollywood, and more. With GameSpot, FHM, Citi, and NerdWallet.
