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Commander ad Populum, Ep 224: Favorite Things About Commander ft. Casual Tutors Podcast

Ryan Peneff
January 27, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week' I'm joined by the dudes over on Casual Tutors Podcast. We talk about our favorite things about MtG and Commander. Our favorite Commanders, why we built them and why they've lasted so long in our arse... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 214: Being Able to Shift Community Focus

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November 9, 2022
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I delve into why it's important to be able to shift focus and how I've been able to do it. Shifting my focal point has allowed me to become a better Magic player, a better community leader and a better father. ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 188: Managing Your Magic Workload

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May 11, 2022
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Join me to hear my thoughts on how to prioritize things when your life gets too busy. Where does Magic/gaming fit in? What needs to be taken care of first? Does it matter if you don't have all the newest legend... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 187: The best Things About CommandFests

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May 4, 2022
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After having a great time at a Magic event this weekend, I wanted to discuss and celebrate the return of CommandFests this summer! Join me to reminisce on past fun times and to get some of my best advice for at... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 282: Kodama and Tymna, Abzan Enchantments

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Our second-last listener list of the long year is now! Join us for Abzantress: an Abzan enchantress lists by long-time friend of the show, and fellow creator, Lenny Wooley. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fu... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 280: Obosh, the Preypiercer – Double the Pain!

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Ever wonder what pain feels like? Join us this week and find out. We cover a listener-submitted Obosh, the Preypiercer deck that does one thing and one thing only. PAIN! If you'd like to take part in support... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 279: MTG Vegas Recap & State of the Format

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November 30, 2021
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We recount the weekend that was MTG Las Vegas 2021: the highs, the other highs and the highs. The CCO Experience is something we wish everyone could have taken part in! Join us to hear all about it! If you'd... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 165: MtG Las Vegas Triumphs and Criticisms

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This week, I look back on all the triumphs that were MtG Las Vegas from November 2021! In addition, I get into a few criticisms that I had with the event and what I would like to see be done better at future ga... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 135: Coming Together During Quarantine

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May 19, 2021
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This week, I'm joined by MJ from the podcast MtG in Quarantine. We discuss some of the common interests we share, despite never having met in person. Magic and Commander brought us together, but it's everything... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 123: Affinity for Commander Interview pt. 2

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March 24, 2021
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Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, I sit down with the gentlemen from the British-based YouTube channel, Affi... Read More...
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