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Commander ad Populum, Ep 333 – How I Choose New Commanders

Ryan Peneff
April 12, 2025
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Everyone has their favorite color combination. For me, that's Temur. With Tarkir Dragonstorm, we get a few new Temur legends to choose from and build around. Join me as I mull over which ones I'd like to build,... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 330 – Playing Someone Else’s Deck

Ryan Peneff
March 21, 2025
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I tackle two topics. Playing someone else's deck is the first. The second, the age-old question: How many extra turn spells is too many?! Tune in to Commander ad Populum 330 for the expanded thoughts... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 325 – Make Your Magic Refreshing Again

Ryan Peneff
February 6, 2025
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Over the past month I've had the pleasure of re-experiencing a few things 'for the first time'. From new jobs to first sporting experiences. Come here how that's translated into my MTG experience. https://ww... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 306 – When Our Decks Become TOO Powerful

Ryan Peneff
September 12, 2024
Commander, Commander ad Populum
After being inspired by a recent episode of Commander Cookout Podcast, I'm back at it with a follow up topic: What should we do when our decks become too powerful? There are several approaches. Come find out my... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 297 – Grima Wurmtongue – Rawdog Decktech

Ryan Peneff
July 11, 2024
Commander, Commander ad Populum
After weeks of mentioning it, many playtests and even a few live-action games, we're finally covering my budget, raw dog, no sleeves, Grima Wormtongue Aristocrats deck! Join me for what actually turned into a p... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 283 – The 10:1 Deckbuilding Theory

Ryan Peneff
April 3, 2024
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We're running it back with some fallout from last week's episode. I defend my stance on running the minimal number of basic lands and breakdown a deckbuilding theory sent in by a long-time listener. Keep those ... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 427 – Ghired, Mirror of the Wilds

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April 2, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
Thunder Junction baby! We kick off our Thunder Junction coverage with a Naya commander that can be build casually, tuned, optimized and even full-blown cEDH competitive combo. Join us! Huge thank you to o... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 426 – Your Deckbuilding Fingerprint

Commander Cookout
March 31, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
We all build decks a little differently, and that's OK. Join us as we discuss what makes MTG and Commander so nuanced and complex and how it strengthens friendships over time! Huge thank you to our sponsors,... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 282 – My Deck Building Routine

Ryan Peneff
March 28, 2024
Commander, Commander ad Populum
After a week off with illness, I'm back with a vengeance talking some tech MTG shop! Join me as I run through my mental process and routine for building a new deck. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/commander... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 425 – Three Dawg Galaxy News DJ – Boros Enchantress AGAIN?!

Commander Cookout
March 27, 2024
Commander, Commander Cookout
We wrap up MTG FALLOUT with what may be the coolest Boros Enchantress deck you'll find! Card advantage, value, combo potential, Three Dawg's got it all! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc69gFv7NBI Huge th... Read More...
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