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Author Ryan Peneff

Ryan Peneff

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 265 – Retaliation Attacks and Over-Correcting

Ryan Peneff
November 15, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We start with a quick follow up, after last week's Gwaihir and Gandalf introductory decktech. Then, I go deep with a listener submission on how best to react to, and learn from, the dogpile of attacks that some... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 264 – Gwaihir, the Windlord and Gandalf the Grey

Ryan Peneff
November 9, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
New deck time! I'm diving in with Gwaihir the Windlord, an Azorius Bird deck spear-headed by a flock of flying beaters. This deck will be a love letter to Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth and an homage ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 263 – I’m Writing a Book and Other Big Announcements

Ryan Peneff
November 2, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Oh baby, so much to say! I'll leave it to the actual podcast portion of the post. Join me in delving deep into announcements and all their fallout! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 262 – Halloween Theme-Deck Ideas

Ryan Peneff
October 26, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, we get into the Scary Season spirit. I highlight some Halloween tropes that can be built around with some kooky and spooky commanders. Join me for traditional Halloween ghouls, monsters and movie vil... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 261 – Turning a cEDH Deck into a Casual Deck

Ryan Peneff
October 18, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Today's the day! I'm drawing a line in the sand. I'm making a mono-blue cEDH deck. With that said, I need another mono-blue casual deck. Join me as I talk through how I think it will be best to make that happen... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 260 – Back in My Day!

Ryan Peneff
October 11, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I am looking to slot a new card in to one of my decks. I use it as a fun example to demonstrate all the modern comforts and tools we have as EDH deck builders in today's Magic: the Gathering scene. C... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 259 – Being Authentic

Ryan Peneff
October 5, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
After several weeks of travel and conventions, I reflect on the type of question I get asked a ton: "How do you start making content? How do you build and connect with an audience?" Things like that. The main t... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 258 – Magic Con Las Vegas Early Access Market Place Tour

Ryan Peneff
September 27, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
There was some COOL stuff to see at MagicCon: Las Vegas. My favorite place to check out is the Magic Market Place. There is so much history to our game and to see it, hold it and talk about it is a really speci... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 257 – How to Pick Decks for Magic Cons

Ryan Peneff
September 20, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Following a quick rundown of my decks, I theorize what sort of experience I would like to have at the upcoming Magic Con Las Vegas. A big part of that is contingent on what decks come along with me. Gameplay, s... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 256 – Tribute and Thank you to Sheldon Menery

Ryan Peneff
September 13, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I take a few minutes to thank Sheldon Menery, one of the founders of the Commander format, for his contributions to the game. I get into how my Magic philosophy has evolved and improved because of hi... Read More...
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