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Commander ad Populum, Ep 315 – Charity Events Recap

Ryan Peneff
November 12, 2024
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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 Cookout Podcast, Ep 454: Tough Topics & Embarrasing New Player Questions

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September 4, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
With Ryan's broken leg Producer Gary officially joins CCO! Whether you're new to MTG or quite experienced, this will be an episode for the ages. The first in over 8 years that Ryan has not taken part in. It's n... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 453 – Mystery Boosters & Their Impact on MTG

Commander Cookout
September 1, 2024
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Here we go again! On August's bonus CCO, we discuss Mystery Boosters 2 and their overall impact on MTG. There's lots to like and lots to think about. Join us! https://youtu.be/rovpMdbt_yc https://www.spre... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 452 – Mr. Foxglove – Does Group Hug Exist?

Commander Cookout
August 28, 2024
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Sporting one of Ryan's favorite arts in the set Mr. Foxglove delivers! Come hear if group hug actually exists and see if we play him fair or if we cheat! https://youtu.be/dQTRvlRUAUU https://www.spreaker.... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 451 – Glarb Combo

Commander Cookout
August 20, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
The one legend Brando was excited about more than any other from Bloomburrow: GLARB! Join us for a kooky combo deck featuring your favorite frog prince. https://youtu.be/VGgEf7PmdYI https://www.spreaker.c... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 450 – Bello, Bard of the Bramble Precon Upgrade

Commander Cookout
August 14, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
This week on CCO, it's Trash Panda by Uncle Brando! Join us as we go over Brando's upgrades for his Bello, Bard of the Brambles precon from Bloomburrow. https://youtu.be/9EAag_j4EKs https://www.spreaker.c... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 449 – Zinnia, Valley’s Voice – 1-power Power!

Commander Cookout
August 7, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
Want to know the power of 1-power power? Look no further than Zinnia, Valley's Voice! This kooky new addition from Bloomburrow is a ton of fun. Come join us as we kick off another month of CCO! https://youtu... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 448 – Bloomburrow Precon Review and Analysis

Commander Cookout
August 3, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
The Bloomburrow review season concludes with a look at the legends from the Commander precons as well as a quick rundown of the four decks that you can pick up. Are they cool? How do they stack up against other... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 447 – Bloomburrow Legendary Creature Set Review and Analysis

Commander Cookout
July 31, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
We continue our journey in Bloomburrow with every legendary creature from the main set! Join us for some fun new commanders. https://youtu.be/JLroyOFlNNg https://www.spreaker.com/episode/commander-cookout... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 446 – Bloomburrow Set Analysis and Review

Commander Cookout
July 23, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
Bloomburrow is upon us! Despite not falling in love with the cuter side of MTG, not jiving with a couple of the new mechanics and being bunt out, surprisingly, we actually love the set! Come hear about where to... Read More...
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