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Channel Nikachu: Accidental EDH Cards in Old School Magic (Pre-2000)

Nikachu
May 6, 2026
Channel Nikachu
These LOOK like they were designed for Commander, even though the format didn't exist! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bro-kdjfVVQ Get your MTG singles from FUSION GAMING ONLINE. Use Coupon Code NI... Read More...

Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 508 – Pre-Modern EDH – CCO Crapshoot Part 4

Commander Cookout
September 18, 2025
Commander, Commander Cookout
We continue with our awesome Patreon mini-series! Today on the CCO Crapshoot, we talk Pre-Modern Commander with our long-time friend and patreon supporter Magnus. https://youtu.be/DFFCCRd7kBg https://www.... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 260 – Back in My Day!

Ryan Peneff
October 11, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I am looking to slot a new card in to one of my decks. I use it as a fun example to demonstrate all the modern comforts and tools we have as EDH deck builders in today's Magic: the Gathering scene. C... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 183: Ice Age Retro Set Remix

Ryan Peneff
April 6, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We may be getting out of winter in the Canadian Prairies but what's wrong with one last hurrah for the cold?! This week, we delve into Ice Age. Like all Retro Set Remixes, we take a look at some of the behind t... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 179: Positive Learnings from The Dark

Ryan Peneff
March 9, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I take a few minutes to highlight a couple really positive tweets I saw from a friend of the show. Some sentiments that made me happy to be part of such a great online community. After that, I go all... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 125: Mono-Black Golos Decktech

Ryan Peneff
April 4, 2021
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! https://youtu.be/NZLXGJIq_qI 50 Shades of Black by Roxistence   Commander1 x Golos, Tireless Pilgrim1 x Urbo... Read More...

Commander ad Populum Ep 105: Commander is the Automotive Industry

Ryan Peneff
December 30, 2020
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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's Community Section expands on my automotive industry analogy, from l... Read More...

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