Forcing Spike - A Wannabe Magic the Gathering Podcast
122 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsForcing Spike is a weekly podcast about two guys, with professional jobs, who want to be better at Magic the Gathering. Join us on our journey to being better at the world's best card game, and maybe we can learn something from each other. Regular episodes will feature Chris and Justin talking about competitive MTG formats, and how they balance their preparation for local PPTQs, Grand Prixs, and whatever else may come their way with their day jobs and family lives. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
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Episodes
Is Pteramander Bad? Are We Bad? - Forcing Spike Episode 20
February 27, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBChris is frustrated with Pteramander, and the duo discuss options going into GP LA. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Getting to Know You (Us) - Forcing Spike Episode 19
February 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBThis episode takes a break from the regularly scheduled Magic content, and the duo have a Q&A about what we do for a living. If you're looking for more Magic talk, the stinger has our thoughts on Modern one week out from GP LA. We'll be back next week with deeper Magic talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Four Color Gates, and More Modern Phoenix Talk - Forcing Spike Episode 18
February 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 31.1 MBThe duo dig into their middling success (due to lack of skill or time is up for debate) on Arena, and dig into options for modern and Arclight Phoenix decks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Pteramander, I Choose You! Diving Into Mono U Tempo and More Izzet Phoenix - Forcing Spike Episode 17
February 10, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 32.5 MBJustin is back from his brush with appendicitis, and the duo catch up on Standard Mono Blue Tempo, and our thoughts on how to change Phoenix for Magic Fest Los Angeles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
The Reason We Play This Game - Forcing Spike Episode 16
February 01, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 28 MBThe duo share their Magic Fest New Jersey experience, thoughts on the state of organized play, and the uncertainties we have moving into 2019. So that the entire episode isn't a downer, we also talk about sweet Vannifar brews, and what we think of Modern moving into Magic Fest Los Angeles. Sorry for the delay this week. Between travel, bad internet, and then of all things Justin's appendix having to get removed, it was a rough week to get a cast out. We hope you enjoy! --- Support thi...
KCI Ban and Week One Ravnica Allegiance - Forcing Spike Episode 15
January 22, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBThe duo praise Fblthp, and celebrate the KCI ban before digging into week one sealed and standard for Ravnica Allegiance. Come say hi to us in New Jersey! We'll be at the GP slinging some sealed. Hit up @ForcingSpike on Instagram if you want to play some games. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Ravnica Allegiance Gold Card Deep Dive - Forcing Spike Episode 14
January 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBJustin dives into his breakdown on gold commons and uncommons in Ravnica Allegiance, and the duo discuss which pre-release pack they'd pick, and their initial thoughts on sealed for Magic Fest New Jersey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Oakland Tournament Report, and KCI Convo - Forcing Spike Episode 13
January 09, 2019 08:00 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBChris provides his report for GP Oakland, and the Sunday Mythic Qualifier. The duo debate what (if anything) should be banned from KCI. Again, having some audio difficulties. Now that we have a few weekends to focus on the podcast quality, we will troubleshoot and be back to full strength soon. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Izzet Phoenix Sideboard for Magic Fest Oakland - Forcing Spike Episode 12
January 04, 2019 19:00 - 1 hour - 33 MBChris is heading out to the GP at Magic Fest Oakland, and has some thoughts on side boarding Izzet Phoenix. The duo also nerd out about more Ravnica Allegiance spoilers, and can't wait to jump into sealed talk next week. If you're at the GP - come say hi! Hit us up @ForcingSpike on Instagram, and Chris will be very happy to come say hello. Quick note, we changed around some audio equipment, and there are some technical difficulties in this episode. Thanks for continued support, we hope t...
Approach to New Modern - Forcing Spike Episode 11
December 28, 2018 18:00 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBChris continues his (seemingly never ending) prep for Modern GPs, and the duo discusses their approach to the new Modern meta. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Preferred Play Style, and Winding Down 2018 - Forcing Spike Episode 10
December 22, 2018 02:00 - 1 hour - 33.6 MBJustin and Chris recap some of 2018, look forward to 2019, and dig into their preferred play styles. Due to the holidays we'll be posting new podcasts towards the end of the week, instead of the regular Tuesday evenings. Thanks for the great 2018, and happy holidays! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Modern is Dead, Long Live Modern - Forcing Spike Episode 9
December 12, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 35.9 MBChris comes back, defeated, after GP Portland, and the duo discuss emerging trends in the Modern meta game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Approach to Tournament Prep - Forcing Spike Episode 8
December 04, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBIn anticipation of GP Portland, Justin and Chris dig into their approach to preparing for large Magic tournaments. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Justin Likes Jeskai and Ultimate Masters Hype - Forcing Spike Episode 7
November 28, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBJustin fan boys over Snapcaster Mage and Jeskai decks (lol), and the duo dig into Ultimate Masters synergies prior to PAX Unplugged. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Tron Sideboards for GP Portland - Forcing Spike Episode 6
November 21, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBJustin puts Chris through a sideboard gauntlet in preparation for GP Portland. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Pro Tour Atlanta Recap and More Modern Prep - Forcing Spike Episode 5
November 14, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBChris and Justin go over the Pro Tour meta game, and continue to discuss what to play in the upcoming Modern GPs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Modern Metagame Post GP Atlanta - Forcing Spike Episode 4
November 05, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 30.5 MBChris starts his prep for upcoming Modern GPs by discussing the GP Atlanta results with Justin. In a meta that is becoming less interactive, what is the most unfair deck to play? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Recapping GP New Jersey and Celebrating a Pro Point - Forcing Spike Episode 3
October 30, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBJustin's back from GP New Jersey, and we have a pro point to celebrate! He recaps the tournament, and the duo discusses the standard meta moving forward. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
GP New Jersey Prep - Forcing Spike Episode 2
October 22, 2018 07:00 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBJustin toils over what to play at GP New Jersey, the first large Magic event since Guilds of Ravnica's release. We dive into Golgari, Izzet, and the larger meta as a whole. Will he come to a decision that leads him to day 2? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
Building Jeskai Spells - Forcing Spike Bonus Episode
October 22, 2018 07:00 - 21 minutes - 9.8 MBIn this bonus episode, Chris and Justin take a stab at turning Izzet Spells into Jeskai spells. This is probably a bad idea, but a fun exercise none the less. Check out Forcing Spike Episode 2 for the full conversation around Justin's prep for GP New Jersey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
First Look at Guilds of Ravnica Standard - Forcing Spike Episode 1
October 17, 2018 07:00 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBChris and Justin take a look into week two (or is it three?) results from MTGO PTQ results, and pick favorite decks to watch moving into the new Standard format. Thanks for listening to the first episode, we're still getting up and running! If you have any comments or feedback, please hit us up on Twitter or Instagram @forcingspike. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support
An Introduction - Forcing Spike Episode 0
October 17, 2018 07:00 - 11 minutes - 5.27 MBChris and Justin (bravely) share their first ever attempt at a podcast, and introduce themselves, their day jobs, and their Magic the Gathering background. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-dunne/support