Commander ad Populum, Ep 240 – What Gives Us Our Identity? Ryan Peneff May 24, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum From our games to our jobs, from what we read to how we think and act: today I delve into what I think contributes to who we are as individuals. Magic gives us the opportunity to really discover, explore and de... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 239 – The Ring Temps Me! Ryan Peneff May 17, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum I'm kicking off the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth coverage with a bang! We're starting with The Ring! I go deep on the mechanics, lore and design that's packed into The Ring emblem and 'the rings tem... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 237 – Overcoming Adversity Through Magic Ryan Peneff May 5, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I touch on a few difficult situations I've been thrust into recently. From a tough game at the LGS to a flooded basement! I discuss how Magic and the format of Commander have equipped me with the men... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 235: Pet Decks and New Projects Ryan Peneff April 19, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum What makes a forever deck? What makes a pet deck? Are they the same thing? I aim to answer these questions and more on this week's CadPopCast. Additionally, I ask for some input on a new project. Come listen... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 234: The Guilt of Winning in EDH Ryan Peneff April 13, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum The guilt of winning in Commander has become a hot button topic on many fronts since the Rule Zero era began. With cEDH being considered its own format by many Commander aficionados, it's hard for some to disti... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 233: Closing the Loop on Threat Assessment in EDH Ryan Peneff April 5, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I look at my last four personal decks and discuss how they present a unique challenge for my opponents, when it comes to threat assessment. I wonder at why the deck that people tell me they like the ... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 232: MORE Threat Assessment Ryan Peneff March 29, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I continue my discussion on Threat Assessment in Commander with community-based input and testimonials. Additionally, I categorize my decks into how I think they should be assessed for threat in game... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 231: The Threat Assessment Threshold Ryan Peneff March 22, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum How far can we push our strategy before we are considered too big of a threat in a game of Commander? When do we cross the line and end up doing more hard than good by being 'too powerful'? I aim to answer thos... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 230: Learning Commander, Over Time Ryan Peneff March 8, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum It's hard to tell when little improvements are made, over time. This is true with any game or skill we endeavor to improve upon. This week I use some examples from real life and apply them to MTG, and vise vers... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 223: Play is the Most Powerful Teaching Tool Ryan Peneff January 18, 2023 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I discuss how it's important to incorporate play into your learning activities. Whether you're learning yourself, or teaching the next generation, play is a very powerful tool. If you'd like ... Read More...