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Commander ad Populum, Ep 232: MORE Threat Assessment

Ryan Peneff
March 29, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I continue my discussion on Threat Assessment in Commander with community-based input and testimonials. Additionally, I categorize my decks into how I think they should be assessed for threat in game... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 231: The Threat Assessment Threshold

Ryan Peneff
March 22, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
How far can we push our strategy before we are considered too big of a threat in a game of Commander? When do we cross the line and end up doing more hard than good by being 'too powerful'? I aim to answer thos... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 230: Learning Commander, Over Time

Ryan Peneff
March 8, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
It's hard to tell when little improvements are made, over time. This is true with any game or skill we endeavor to improve upon. This week I use some examples from real life and apply them to MTG, and vise vers... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 229: MagicCons are only the Cherry – EDH is the Cake

Ryan Peneff
March 1, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
It's all one giant MagicCon Philadelphia recap this week. The good, the improvements, the bad, the ugly. With the help of a few listeners in attendance, I go deep on all that was MTG Philly. If you'd lik... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 228: FOMO is a Good Thing

Ryan Peneff
February 22, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Now that MagicCon Philadelphia has come and gone, I discuss why it may be good to feel like you missed out. It's the fear of missing out that keeps us excited to make it out to larger Magic events! Then, I theo... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 227: Card Efficiency vs. Card Power

Ryan Peneff
February 15, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I go deep on card power and card efficiency. It's important to somewhat define and differentiate the two. This will allow you to build better decks and better relationships in your gaming circle. ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 226: Why Live Events are Important for Commander

Ryan Peneff
February 9, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
I'm at it again! This week, I'm reminding people how fun live events are. This time, I'm discussing regional, small-style, tournaments: cultural pockets of MtG that offer a unique snapshot of that area's casual... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 225: Play is the Language of Fun & EDH Rules Committee Updates

Ryan Peneff
February 1, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We all play in the same language. Whether it's throwing a ball, playing in the pool or slinging cardboard. We can make it work because the game we're playing facilitates a Good Time. It facilitates communicatio... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 224: Favorite Things About Commander ft. Casual Tutors Podcast

Ryan Peneff
January 27, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week' I'm joined by the dudes over on Casual Tutors Podcast. We talk about our favorite things about MtG and Commander. Our favorite Commanders, why we built them and why they've lasted so long in our arse... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 223: Play is the Most Powerful Teaching Tool

Ryan Peneff
January 18, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I discuss how it's important to incorporate play into your learning activities. Whether you're learning yourself, or teaching the next generation, play is a very powerful tool.  If you'd like ... Read More...
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