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Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 395 – Are Decks Better When They’re Budget?

Commander Cookout
September 26, 2023
Commander, Commander Cookout
It's CCO's September bonus episode first! Join us as we tackle the differences between building a 'budget' deck vs. building a deck with the cards you own. Because, like we always say, if you got 'em, run 'em! ... 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 Cookout Podcast, Ep 393 – Agatha of the Vile Cauldron – SUPER BUDGET

Commander Cookout
September 19, 2023
Commander, Commander Cookout
Magic Con Las Vegas is upon us, but before we depart, check out this fantastically funny Agatha deck! Do we Combo, or just Beat? Do we play good cards, or bad cards? I think you know the answer to both of those... 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...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 392 – Syr Ginger, the Meal Ender Combo Voltron

Commander Cookout
September 13, 2023
Commander, Commander Cookout
Wilds of Eldraine has given us many new commanders. But none are a cute and as furious as this week! Join us for a Voltron/combo/aggro Syr Ginger, the Meal Ender decktech. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fus... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 255 – Wilds of Eldraine – Deep Dive on Bargain

Ryan Peneff
September 6, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Oh baby! This week, I go deep on a few of my favorite hidden gems in Wilds of Eldraine. That includes a couple cards with the new Bargain mechanic. How does it work? What are our closest comparable cards? Let's... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 391 – Talion, the Kindly Lord – cEDH Lite

Commander Cookout
September 5, 2023
Commander, Commander Cookout
Our first Wilds of Eldraine decktech is one for the ages. We aim to tackle the subtle and complex issues that arise when moving away from cEDH towards casual Commander, and vise versa. Join us. Huge thank yo... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 390 – The Best Stuff in Wilds of Eldraine

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August 31, 2023
Commander, Commander Cookout
Eldraine continues with what could be our funniest episode in a while. Lots of good takes and what will make the cut for our arsenal of decks! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re yo... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 254 – Is Collecting MTG Dead?

Ryan Peneff
August 30, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
I want to explore the idea of collecting. Whether it be an entire set of cards or just a certain MTG-related thing. Is WOTC making it too hard to collect all of a certain thing? Or, do we just need to pick and ... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 389 – Wilds of Eldraine Commanders

Commander Cookout
August 30, 2023
Commander, Commander Cookout
We're kicking off Wilds of Eldraine coverage with all of our favorite legendary creatures. We have some insightful and funny takes on how we would build some of these spicy new commanders! Huge thank you to ... Read More...
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