Good Luck High Five
536 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 301 ratingsGood Luck High Five is a podcast about Magic the Gathering. Whether you’re a new player, a player who likes to sling spells at the kitchen table, an Arena buff, or someone who loves competition and dreams of the professional circuit – GLH5 is for you! Fun decks, tournament updates, absurdly funny segments – every episode is full of at least 1,000 laughs…and some excellent tips and knowledge.
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Pro Tour Thunder Junction Viewer’s Guide
April 25, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBSaddle up, buckaroos - it's time for Pro Tour Outlaws of Thunder Junction! You don't want to ride off into the sunset without this viewer's guide to all of the action. From a look at OTJ draft (including the best colors, cards & overall strategy) to the top decks in Standard - Maria and Meghan have got you covered. Tune in ready to follow the competition all weekend long. Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our GLHF YouTu...
Yee to the Haw
April 18, 2024 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan gather 'round the campfire to tell you tall tales of their adventures at the Outlaws of Thunder Junction prerelease! From the cards that made the most impact in their decks, to their thoughts on the new mechanics (does Plot feel like cheating?) your hosts will guide you through deserts and caverns alike. PLUS: Flavor Text Theatre Movie Pitches and a round of The Randomizer that seems blessed by the creepy fate gods. Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! B...
Outlaws of Thunder Junction Rules w/ Judge Rob!
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBYeehaw! Grab your cowboy boots, your gold panning ...pan, and your chaps (whatever kind floats your boat) and hop on this runaway train to Thunder Junction! Judge Rob stops by the show to let you in on all the tricky new cards, mechanics, and interactions you'll wanna keep in mind when you head to your prerelease this weekend. Oh, and don't forget that we crown Cutest and Grossest card! It's a show even Oko and his gang could love! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron...
The Truth is Out There
April 04, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBOn this episode (recorded April 1st of 2024, I am letting you know for no particular reason), Maria and Meghan dive in to their Top 3 X-Files episodes of all time! This is an X-Files podcast, after all, and has been for nearly 11 years. Just so we're all clear! Find out what episode makes Maria cry LIVE on air and which one Meghan can't stop thinking about. PLUS: a rousing game of Mulder Text Theatre and The Randomizer spits out some truly random X-Files episodes from the archives! There's on...
FIRST LOOK: Outlaws of Thunder Junction
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBMaria & Meghan don their ten-gallon hats and mount their trusty steeds to venture into the untamed frontier of Outlaws of Thunder Junction! Join the ranks of Oko's notorious posse as we rustle up a first look at the fresh mechanics, rugged outlaws, and mythic-rare treasures hidden within a fortress-like vault, ripe for the taking for any daring soul brave enough to attempt the heist of the century. Saddle up, partners, and let's ride into the sunset! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! B...
Your Princess is in Another Castle
March 21, 2024 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBMaria and Meghan crack a pack of D&D Adventures in the Forgotten Realms and use their prognosticating power to determine the whereabouts of the missing Princess Kate Middleton. Trust us, it works! PLUS: a rundown of the current Standard format with some super fun decks. Spoiler alert: Standard is really fun again! 60 card power!! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our GLHF YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our ...
Falling for Fallout
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan regale you with tales of playing the new Fallout Commander precon decks -- while wearing excellent costumes, of course. Plus, an examination of how their feelings (and questions!) about Commander are adapting as they play this new (to them) format. BONUS: Meghan falls and can't get up, Maria revels in her morning slime, and Standard appears to be doing well! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Look! It’s the GLHF YouTube Cha...
2024 Magic Preview
March 07, 2024 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan take a look ahead at what's in store this year for Magic the Gathering. From the all-animal plane of Bloomburrow to making in splash in Modern with Modern Horizons 3 to kickin' it Old West style with Outlaws of Thunder Junction -- 2024 looks to be a true banger of a year. Find out what your hosts are most excited about...and what questions they have about what lies ahead! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Look! It’s the GL...
MagicCon Chicago & Pro Tour Wrap
February 29, 2024 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBJoin Maria and Meghan as they recap their madcap adventures in the Windy City with a look back at everything that happened at MagicCON Chicago and Pro Tour Murders at Karlov Manor! From deep dish pizza puns to format-breaking decks to eating a helium-filled balloon -- you'll find yourself asking: what didn't happen in Chicago?! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Look! It’s the GLHF YouTube Channel Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Follow us on Twitter Peep Our I...
Pro Tour Karlov Manor Viewer’s Guide
February 22, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan give you all the info you'll need to know heading into Pro Tour Murders at Karlov Manor this weekend at MagicCON Chicago! Find out what the top decks in Pioneer are (and what they do), and what shocking stat may affect Draft more than usual. PLUS: Meghan stares down a Charles Dickens death. Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube...
Karlov Manor Limited Data
February 15, 2024 09:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan grab their snorkeling gear to dive into the data behind Murders at Karlov Manor limited. Want to do better in Draft or Sealed? These two have got your back (and your nose!! Haha! Gotcha!!) PLUS: Meghan sorts Maria into categories, The Randomizer proves it is sentient yet again, and more! Subscribe to our NEW Commander Channel! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Ch...
Inspecting Karlov Manor
February 08, 2024 09:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan don their deerstalker caps, their fancy Belgian mustaches and their rumpled tan raincoats as they turn on detective mode to solve the format of Murders at Karlov Manor! Find out what kind of deck Maria built at the prerelease and what she thinks of the new set ahead of its official release this week! PLUS: Flavor Text Theatre presents some (actually good) movie pitches and Meghan's hair is NOT actually falling out. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Week...
Murders at Karlov Manor Rules w/ Judge Rob!
February 01, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 63 MBGet ready for your Murders at Karlov Manor prerelease with Judge Rob! He'll go over all the new cards and interactions, letting you know how everything works so you can battle like a pro at your game store. PLUS: Cutest and Grossest Card are crowned and Maria reveals her secret headcannon about Colombo. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Faceboo...
British Lawyer Wigs
January 25, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan explore the possibilities OF MURDER!!!!!!! on Ravnica. They gather a list of Legendary suspects and consider whether each one of them could have "dunnit." PLUS: Maria heads to the docket to defend herself in Commander Court (dun dun!) and everyone learns exactly how much British lawyer wigs cost. You WILL be surprised. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Fo...
Remastering Ravnica
January 18, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan go back to their roots with a Ravnica Remastered draft! Return to Ravnica was the first plane they ever visited back in 2012, so it's a trip down memory lane! Find out what your hosts think of the format and how much nostalgia affected their play. PLUS: a rousing game of Pick, Lick or Flick - and Meghan finds a treasure hiding in her collection. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s ou...
Commander Court
January 10, 2024 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan go to court. Commander Court, that is. Meghan stands accused of "being mean" with her choice of Narset as her first commander. Will you vote to convict or exonerate? It's up to you! PLUS: a look at different kinds of interactive spells in Commander and a rousing game of Flavor Text Theatre: Movie Pitches! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twi...
The One Where We Get Robbed
January 04, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan get robbed! Literally! Find out what happened when, on Christmas morning, "Santa" didn't leave presents but instead stole them all. But your intrepid hosts will not be deterred! Thanks to generous support from the Magic community, they are up and on their feet and making content for you once again! PLUS: A Commander the Amateuring update, and a look ahead to 2024 as Maria and Meghan make some bold predictions about what's in store for the year ahead. Hopefull...
The 2023 Chrimby Awards!
December 26, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBDrumroll please! It's time for the much anticipated 2023 Chrimby Awards! Maria and Meghan award the best of the best and the worst of the worst in Magic the Gathering for the past year. Find out what takes home the coveted Card of the Year award, Cutest Card of the Year, Best Drama and so much more. PLUS: A look back on all the sets of the year and what worked and what didn't -- and a peek ahead to 2024! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet...
The Most Confusing Cards of 2023
December 19, 2023 17:20 - 1 hour - 61 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome back Judge Rob to the show to do a reprise of a listener-favorite segment: The Most Confusing Cards of the Year! Celebrate 2023 in all its incomprehensible glory as Judge Rob walks you through some of the most mind-bending rules scenarios -- from bizarre mechanics to head-scratching rulings, you might question reality itself! PLUS: Continue the journey of Commander the Amateuring as Maria and Meghan dip their toes into the 100 card pool. Become a GLH...
First Look: Murders at Karlov Manor
December 12, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB🌟 Dive into Intrigue with Good Luck High Five: The Murders at Karlov Manor! 🌟 🔍 In this can't-miss episode, join the dynamic duo Maria and Meghan as they unveil the mysteries of 2024's first sensational set: Murders at Karlov Manor! Step into the shadowy corners of Ravnica where a gripping whodunnit unfolds. Our hosts will guide you through this suspenseful journey, introducing you to the latest creature type to hit the streets – detectives! 🚨 Experience the tension as these savvy sleuths n...
The History of Commander
December 05, 2023 13:59 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBOn this episode, join hosts Maria and Meghan as they welcome the esteemed Judge Rob to unravel the mesmerizing saga behind Magic the Gathering's juggernaut of a format: Commander. Dive into the chronicles of this beloved format, from its humble origins to its meteoric rise as a colossus in the Magic universe. Judge Rob, a pioneer from the inception of Commander, brings to life the era when your life total could be 100, "Commanders" were known as "Generals", and the now-famous "Command Zone" w...
Ixalan Draft Data Deep Dive
November 28, 2023 14:15 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan get out their wetsuits, snorkels, flippers and shark cages as they dive into the data for Lost Caverns of Ixalan draft! What monsters lurk below in the murky depths? (Spoiler alert: not many! They are mostly flying above in the skies stealing people's french fries!) Find out how you can increase your win-rate by knowing what cards, draft strategies and colors put up the best results. Your hosts also take a look back on the draft formats of 2023 as a whole and...
Much Ado About Caverns
November 21, 2023 20:38 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan take a deep dive into the draft archetypes of Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Get a great roadmap about how to approach this shiny, new draft format -- complete with interesting facts (which uncommon appears 20% more often than the others?) and stories from the fields of battle. PLUS: Meghan gets all Shakespearean up in here and Maria says Axe-Blaster far too many times to feel good about. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy...
Lost Caverns of Ixalan: First Impressions
November 14, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan talk the newest set on the block: Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Find out how Maria did at her prerelease and what kind of deck she built. Plus, get her thoughts on all the new mechanics and over-performing cards ahead of the Arena release this week! BONUS: What assigned reading traumatized you in high school? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitt...
Lost Caverns of Ixalan Rules w/ Judge Rob!
November 07, 2023 17:06 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome back Judge Rob to walk us through all of the tricky new cards and mechanics from Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Get prepped for your prerelease this weekend with the best primer in the biz! As always, you're sure to learn something that will come in handy as Magic sets continue to increase in complexity. PLUS: Maria and Meghan scale back their yacht plans and Rob is a secret poet?? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Bu...
Not All Who Wonder are Lost in These Caverns of Ixalan
October 31, 2023 14:29 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan celebrate Halloween by bringing you the most shocking new preview cards from Magic's upcoming set: The Lost Caverns of Ixalan! You! Will! Be! Terrified! Hear all about some very exciting new cards that may find homes in Standard, Limited or Commander. PLUS: Meghan details a museum field trip and Maria recieves a very...interesting...gift in the mail. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It...
Lost Caverns of Ixalan: First Lewk
October 24, 2023 20:28 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBOn this episode, get a first lewk at the newest upcoming Magic the Gathering set: Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Learn about the set's new (and complicated) mechanics, new cards (including an Elephant planeswalker!), and some pretty stunning art. PLUS: our hosts discuss Magic's newest Universes Beyond property: MARVEL. Yep, it's a big one! What does it mean for the game and how do we feel about it? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch ...
Boosting Play?
October 17, 2023 15:28 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan tackle the new type of booster rocking the Magic community: Play Boosters. What will this change mean for our favorite format (Draft?) What will it mean for Sealed? What will it mean for how players approach the game in general? Strap in for an in-depth discussion! PLUS: your intrepid hosts pitch a few genius ideas for future Universes Beyond collaborations. Manifest it, people! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy So...
Wilds of Eldraine Top 10s
October 10, 2023 13:55 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan rank things like nobody's ranked things before! Get yourself ready for a whole slew of Top 10 (and Top 5) lists from Wilds of Eldraine! Topics include: Cutest Cards, Oops! They're Hot!, Most Intimidating, Worst Adventure (by name alone) and more! Sit down with your hosts for an excellent hour of judging others. It's therapeutic! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Look! It’s our Magic YouTube C...
These Caverns Are Truly Lost
October 03, 2023 14:25 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan give you a first look at The Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Hear about the most exciting cards from the new set that have been previewed so far -- and learn what your hosts' favorite dinosaurs are! AN IMPORTANT FACT!!! PLUS: Meghan gets spicy with an X-Files update, Maria initiates an Eldraine Pack Battle, and why you should probably never go into a mine shaft. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Chec...
What Happens in Vegas…Is Talked About on This Podcast
September 26, 2023 19:57 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan specifically violate the sacred code of Las Vegas by spilling the beans(talk) about anything and everything that went down in Sin City for MagicCON: Vegas! Find out what the heck happened at the World Championship (including the best-performing Standard and Draft decks), what kind of partying was had, and what Meghan will now never stop bragging about. Ever. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch ...
Wilds of Eldraine Draft Data Dive
September 12, 2023 12:47 - 50 minutes - 46 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan do the hard work so you don't have to! They'll walk you through all the data about what cards you should be drafting, what colors you should prioritize, and what stinkers to throw back. PLUS: Maria shows off some of her skele collection, Meghan becomes Jean Luc Picard for a second, and more X-Files talk! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s o...
More Like WILDs of Eldraine, Amirite?!
September 05, 2023 16:36 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan chat about their first experiences with Wilds of Eldraine! Hear Maria's...wild...stories from the prerelease event and get ready for the release on MTG Arena with a helpful overview of the set's two-color draft archetypes. Get ready to battle with your brain armed with the most powerful weapon: knowledge! (Or a very big sword. Either works.) PLUS: The X-Files discussion continues and why Adventure is more exciting than ever. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! List...
Wilds of Eldraine Rules w/ Judge Rob!
August 29, 2023 18:04 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome back Judge Rob to walk you through all the new and returning mechanics (as well as lots of tricky cards) for your prerelase this weekend! Get prepped for whatever might come your way after you crack those packs! PLUS: can someone please approve Maria's voice line auditions for MTG Arena, Meghan finds true love in a very random horse shirt, and Rob eats coins. It's all in here, folks. And you don't want to miss it! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen ...
State of Design 2023
August 22, 2023 13:24 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan review the Magic sets for the 2023 design year -- based on Head Designer Mark Rosewater's yearly article! What mistakes were made? What lessons can Wizards of the Coast learn? What did we love and hope they bring back? Find out! PLUS: Turns out it's not only David Duchovny's face that Meghan doesn't like...find out what other fictional character is in her burn book! And Maria invents a new, much worse, eating contest. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to W...
A Look Into the Future
August 15, 2023 13:19 - 1 hour - 56 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan take you back...to the future! They'll explore all the new sets announced at this year's GenCon - from 2024 all the way into the start of 2026. From a pitstop in the Wild West to SPAAAAAACE! to creepy 80s horror, the upcoming sets do not disappoint. PLUS: Storytime with Meghan dives into Chapter 1 of the Wilds of Eldraine story and Maria becomes a Flat Plane-r. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merc...
A Cookie’s 23-and-Me
August 08, 2023 17:38 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan look ahead to all that's coming our way for Magic the Gathering in 2024! Find out details about the fall and winter sets: Wilds of Eldraine and Lost Caverns of Ixalan plus the new Doctor Who Commander decks! What are we most excited for? What returning mechanics will we see? What relationship does one cookie have to another cookie if they are baked on the same sheet?! The important questions are never too tough for GLHF. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen t...
Pro Tour LotR Highlights
August 01, 2023 16:03 - 54 minutes - 50 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan are fresh (??) off the plane from Barcelona, Spain and ready to spill all the hottest goss from Pro Tour The Lord of the Rings! Find out what the best strategies were in Draft and Modern as the pros battled their way to the Top 8. PLUS: What deck turned Maria's head (and now she feels gross?), what experience in Barcelona will Meghan remember the most, and what match of Magic you should watch that may be among the best of all time. Become a GLH5 Patron Today...
Pro Tour Lord of the Rings Viewer’s Guide
July 25, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan get you prepped for all the action at Pro Tour Lord of the Rings heading your way this weekend! Find out what the top decks are in Modern (yes, Modern! It's not been played at the PT level since 2019!) and what exciting things you've got to look forward to on your screens this weekend. PLUS: the top 2 cards from the new set we expect to see on the battlefield and all the shenanigans you've come to expect from team GLHF. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to...
LotR in 5 Minutes or Less
July 18, 2023 14:50 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan have a fantastic time exploring the world of Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth, as Meghan tries to tell you the entire story of The Hobbit and LotR in 5 minutes or less. Can she do it?! Find out! PLUS: many questions about Gandalf's "God Vacation" and whether or not Hobbits really do have life all figured out. Your hosts also dive into the world of Historic Brawl with some super fun new decks and Commanders courtesy of Lord of the Rings. ...did Hobbits...
Lord of the Guessing
July 11, 2023 19:38 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan are back LIVE in the studio after a summer hiatus! They haven't had much of an opportunity to play Lord of the Rings yet, so what are they to do?! How about cracking some Collector Boosters of the new set and guessing which cards are the best in Draft! Don't worry, their guesses will be either validated or rejected by the cold, hard facts and data behind the best and worst draft picks. Their discussion will help kickstart your win rate in Limited play - and g...
What is Magic the Gathering?
July 04, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBGive this episode to your friend who you want to coerce... I mean...invite...to play Magic the Gathering! This episode covers everything about the greatest game in the world. From how set releases work to how and where to play, this podcast will start your buddies off on the right foot. Note: this episode does not teach someone how to play Magic, rather, it shows them the world of Magic - and how to best interact with everything the game has to offer. Remember: if you are already a player you...
Magic’s Storm Scale
June 27, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan investigate the latest update to the Magic the Gathering Storm Scale - where lead designer Mark Rosewater tells players how likely a certain mechanic is to be reprinted. When can we expect to see Learn again? How about Adamant (remember that one?!) And how about Landfall? Find out! BONUS: you'll leave this episode knowing exactly how much a cloud weighs. You're welcome!!! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Swee...
Oops! All Randomizers!
June 20, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan dive face first into a giant pile of randomized Magic cards from throughout the game's storied history. Who will be able to guess more cards correctly based on the art alone? Find out! A big prize is on the line as well as PRIDE! And BRAGGING RIGHTS! All hail The Mighty Randomizer! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channe...
Lord of the Rings w/ Judge Rob!
June 13, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome Judge Rob back to the show to talk about this weekend's Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth prerelease! Rob will prepare you with all the knowledge you'll need to walk confidently into your local game store (or Mount Doom)! Covering new cards, returning mechanics, NEW mechanic (singular) and tricky cards - with Rob's preparations you won't need second breakfast, but you'll have one anyway. Just in case. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Wee...
Oops, All Story!
June 06, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan catch up on all the Magic the Gathering story -- from the very end of Phyrexia: All Will Be One to the end of March of the Machine (and a bit of Aftermath) -- they'll get you caught up on all of the happenings in the multiverse. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a good old fashioned storytime! PLUS: A GLHF exclusive preview card from Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth! Thanks to Wizards Magic for the free preview! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to We...
Lord of the Rings: First Look!
May 30, 2023 22:21 - 51 minutes - 47 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan take a first look at Magic's newest upcoming set Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth! Hear all about the new mechanics, cards and magnificent art that graces this Modern-legal offering. PLUS: Meghan has a soapbox moment, Maria reads some Watto fan fiction, and which phase of the moon is the most hot? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s ...
Desk After Dark – Pro Tour March of the Machine
May 24, 2023 19:42 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHave you ever wondered what goes on behind-the-scenes of a big Magic the Gathering tournament? Wonder no more with Desk After Dark! Your hosts Maria Bartholdi and Mani Davoudi want to shed some light on what it’s like to actually produce a Magic tournament, from start to finish. With a combined decade+ of experience covering the best game in the world, Maria and Mani are here to answer your questions about everything Magic coverage. This episode, your hosts focus on Pro Tour March of the Mac...
Standard Bearers
May 23, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan get ready for a brand new world of Standard ahead of Banned & Restricted announcement next week. What will get the hammer? What will be spared? And what will the world look like afterwards? PLUS: Lord of the Rings is nearly upon us and your intrepid hosts are ready with their predictions of mechanics and card designs for the new set. (Spoiler: some of these ideas are, like, really good!) And, tell me honestly, who doesn't want to see a TNT-made featured film ...
The Bowl of Nuclear Winter
May 16, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBOn this episode, Maria and Meghan take you an a magical journey through everything new that's coming up this summer and fall for Magic the Gathering. From big changes to Standard, to Lord of the Rings, to the Wilds of Eldraine - your hosts guide you as they explore brave new worlds for the first time and peek at what's ahead. PLUS: shouldn't there be a downside for being the ring bearer? Just what exactly is Maria registered for at Williams and Sonoma? And which Doctor are you? All that and m...