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One half of the outrageously fun Commander Cookout Podcast. Ryan is a fun loving, Magic the Gathering-community-first, full time content creator and MTG card alterist. Check out everything that's going on with Ryan on CommanderCookout.com!

Commander ad Populum, Ep 321 – Pivoting and Replanning

Ryan Peneff
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Commander, Commander ad Populum
My first deck of the year is not actually a new build but a pivot from an old strategy that I love to a new take that I know is going to be fun, powerful and full of value. Listen to CadPop 321 to hear all abou... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 320 – Your Life’s Trajectory in 2025

Ryan Peneff
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Let's kick off 2025 the right way by focusing on actionable change that we know will make a difference. Whether it being wanting to play more Magic, or re-dedicate ourselves to fitness routine, we need to make ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 319 – A Pack Cracking Tribute!

Ryan Peneff
December 19, 2024
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We've got a ton of community-based topics this week. We start with a tribute and finish strong on Commander-focused MTG Finance based on the recent Banned and Restricted List updates. Do not miss this one. h... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 317 – The 2024 Community Gift Guide

Ryan Peneff
December 11, 2024
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I had a new idea for a gift guide this year. Let's focus on ways to both make our gifts more meaniful and to give back to our community. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/commander-ad-populum-ep-317-the-2024-... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 317 – The Mindskinner & Aggro Mill

Ryan Peneff
November 28, 2024
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It's time for the most aggro of mill strategies you've ever seen! That's right, CadPop deck techs return with a special look at Our newest 10-power commander: The Mindskinner! https://www.spreaker.com/episod... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 316 – Calgary Weekend Audio Tour

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November 22, 2024
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To some, a Regional Championship weekend is a crucial part of the Canadian Magic Tour and serves as a stepping stone for players wishing to reach the Pro Tour. To many others, it's like a mini CommandFest. Join... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 315 – Charity Events Recap

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CadPop 315 is packed full of community events. We recap a local charity event and what made it special and look forward to Championship Weekend in Calgary. Everything about both events is awesome! https://ww... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 314 – Own Your Practice

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This week is all about practice in MTG. But what does that mean? How do you practice a game like Magic? Actually, it's not quite how you think. Let's break it down by first looking at examples from other games ... Read More...

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November 1, 2024
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Reflection on the First MagicCon Las Vegas I've ever missed has got me thinking about new products and how they impact the game. Join me to hear about how you have the opportunity, using new products, to shape ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 312 – Help Your LGS Stay Alive!

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It's all about adapting to become better this week on Commander ad Populum. From our real-life day-to-day activities and routine, to our MTG gameplay to our LGS. Staying dynamic and in tune with the meta is how... Read More...
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