JudgeCast
331 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsA Magic Judge’s Most Useful Podcast
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JudgeCast #223 – Players Leaving the Game
April 05, 2019 15:37 - 58 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode, we say farewell to Jess Dunks, who is leaving the show after 7 years of being a host. In respect to that, we discuss the rules that control what happens when a player leaves the game in multiplayer. Join us and learn something you didn't know that you didn't need to know!
JudgeCast #222 – Top 8 ways to keep your events moving faster
March 27, 2019 12:48 - 52 minutes - 32.1 MBLet's talk about efficiency! Here are some things you can be doing to keep your events moving quickly, even when you suddenly have a tone more players than expected!
JudgeCast #221 – Triggers are Wonderful Things
March 06, 2019 18:36 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBThis episode, we discuss the ins and outs of the rules around triggered abilities. Avoid common rules pitfalls and learn weird corners like the infamous "to your graveyard from anywhere" triggers. Send your questions to [email protected]!
JudgeCast #220 – The Show About Nothing
February 19, 2019 19:58 - 56 minutes - 30.1 MBHang out with Jess, Bryan, and Brogan, as this episode we just sit back, relax, and talk about whatever comes up, and also judge shirts. Judge uniform guidelines: https://blogs.magicjudges.org/o/judge-uniform-guidelines/ Jess's take on Judge Program Rules: https://youtu.be/jl0hMfqNQ-g PC announcement about judge shirts: https://blogs.magicjudges.org/coordinators/2019/02/13/the-future-of-judge-shirts/
JudgeCast #219 – Ravnica Allegiance Rules and Policy Updates
January 31, 2019 18:51 - 1 hour - 33.6 MBWe unpack the rather substantial rules and policy updates coinciding with Ravnica Allegiance, including changes to Missed Triggers and changes to the penalties for Bribery and Wagering.
JudgeCast #218 – Ravnica Allegiance Release Notes
January 17, 2019 21:49 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBJoin us as the team breaks down the new mechanics and most complex cards from the newest magic set!
JudgeCast #217 – Run a Better Prerelease
January 06, 2019 21:41 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBBryan and Jess are joined by Samantha Harr (aka Samma) to talk about one of our favorite topics, how to run a prerelease! This is useful information for Organizers and Judges alike.
JudgeCast #216 – Top Ten Judge Call Mistakes
December 20, 2018 14:42 - 41 minutes - 23 MBWe return to the countdown format as we trek through 10 common mistakes judges make (most of which we've made ourselves) and talk about how to avoid them.
JudgeCast #215 – The Combat Phase
December 09, 2018 22:56 - 57 minutes - 31.5 MBThe team tackles the combat phase and goes in-depth on how it works.
JudgeCast #214 – Priority
November 25, 2018 18:45 - 41 minutes - 23.5 MBPriority is the system that lets players take actions in Magic. On this episode, we explore that system, including how it works in the rules, how players actually use it, and the tournament shortcuts designed to bridge these two things.
JudgeCast #213 – Types of information in Magic
November 08, 2018 15:24 - 46 minutes - 26.3 MBThere are four different types of information that exist in a game of Magic. The team breaks them down and goes over some examples of each, then talks about what happens when something goes wrong. When does a judge issue a warning for the (relatively rare) "Communication Policy Violation" Tournament Error?
JudgeCast #212 – RC Talk
October 27, 2018 20:32 - 45 minutes - 19.9 MBBrogan has taken over and locked Jess and Bryan out of the show! (Not really, they'll be back next week). On this episode, she interviews two regional coordinators about what they do and why: Returning US-Southeast RC Nicolette Apraez and newly selected US-Midatlantic RC Eric Dustin Brown. If you'd like to contact your region's RC about anything judge-related, you can do so here: https://blogs.magicjudges.org/contact/contact-a-regional-coordinator/
JudgeCast #211 – Tournament Policy Updates and MagicFest
October 13, 2018 12:33 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBThere have been a lot of Magic announcements the last two weeks, and in this episode, we talk about as many as we can fit into an hour. There are tournament policy changes, MagicFest has been announced alongside Grand Prix next year, new Regional Coordinators have been selected, and JudgeCast's own Bryan Prillaman was selected as the newest Judge Program Coordinator. And that doesn't even mention the death of PPTQs! Stuff we talked about in the show: Grand Prix Schedule for 2019: https://www...
JudgeCast #210 – Guilds of Ravnica Release Notes
September 28, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBJoin us as we discuss the new mechanics and interesting cards in Guilds of Ravnica! Check out the full Release Notes here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/guilds-ravnica-release-notes-2018-09-20
JudgeCast #209 – Top 8 Problematic Triggered Abilities
September 13, 2018 13:55 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBYou won't believe number 3! Or maybe you will. Yeah, you probably will. JudgeCast picks their list of worst triggered abilities in Magic. We look at why triggers have sometimes caused problems in tournaments starting with Horizon Spellbomb and ending with... Well, you'll just have to listen and find out! Creative Commons Media used in this episode: "Tech Rythmic Sound" Copyright © 2011 Varazuvi™ www.varazuvi.com "Intro Brass One" by klankbeeld Both found on www.freesound.org
JudgeCast #208 – Getting Loopy with Toby Elliott
August 30, 2018 21:27 - 58 minutes - 30.7 MBL3 judge and architect of tournament policy Toby Elliott joins us to discuss what loops are, how they're handled, and what's chief among the pantheon of breakfast cereals.
JudgeCast #207 – Policy Discussables
August 17, 2018 16:03 - 46 minutes - 22.7 MBOn this episode, the team tackles three policy topics that aren't big enough for their own episode: Electronic Devices, Notes, and Outside Assistance. Listen, learn, and send us questions to [email protected].
JudgeCast #206 – Commander 2018 Mechanics
August 03, 2018 18:54 - 1 hour - 40.4 MBOn this episode, the team runs through the new mechanics and a few of the awesome cards in Commander 2018! Also... a bat-dragon? Full C18 Release Notes from WotC: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/commander-2018-edition-release-notes-2018-07-27
JudgeCast #205 – Reviewing “Up” and M19 Policy Updates
July 20, 2018 17:23 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBFeedback is a two-way street. We talk about why you should write reviews about peers and leaders that you feel are more experienced than you, and how you should do it. We also review the recent tournament policy changes, and promise we'll finally delve into loops in a future episode! You can always find the latest policy documents at www.judgecast.com/docs. Other stuff we talked about: General review info on JudgeCast #196- Overviewing Reviews: https://judgecast.com/archives/1091 Toby Ell...
JudgeCast #204 – Magic 2019 Core Set
July 05, 2018 10:20 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBPrepare for your prerelease! There are no new mechanics, but there are plenty of fun interactions still to be had as we peruse the most interesting cards from the Magic 2019 Core Set release notes! Stuff we talked about: Lots of cards from the Release Notes: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/core-set-2019-release-notes-2018-06-22 JudgeCast Layers episodes: #197 - https://judgecast.com/archives/1245 #199 - https://judgecast.com/archives/1257
JudgeCast #203 – The Sides Make the Meal
June 23, 2018 01:15 - 57 minutes - 37.6 MBJoin us as we talk to Level 3 judge and Grand Prix Side Events expert Eric Dustin Brown, also known as EDB, about side events. We ask him what is the best side, and why is it cornbread? He tells us how side events work and why they're his favorite area of a GP to be working.
JudgeCast #202 – Sylva Linings Investigationsbook (Rebroadcast)
June 15, 2018 16:32 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBJudgeCast is taking the week off to make sure we're on track for the M19 release notes. But never fear! We've still brought you a great episode from the archive; it's an interview with Jared Sylva about investigations! JudgeCast will be back with new episodes next week. Stuff mentioned in the show: Great article series by Eric Shukan Part 1 - http://blogs.magicjudges.org/articles/2014/12/30/investigations-the-search-for-collateral-truths/ Part 2 - http://blogs.magicjudges.org/articles/201...
JudgeCast #201 – Two-Headed Giant of Four Eyes.
June 01, 2018 19:22 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBOn this episode we talk about everything 2HG, including the upcoming Battlebond supplemental set! We also introduce Judge Tales: record and send us your favorite judge stories to be on the show! Last, but certainly not least, we ask you what Jess should do with the newly acquired www.bprill.com! 2HG quick reference: https://blogs.magicjudges.org/2hg/faq/ Battlebond Release Notes (Unavailable when we recorded): https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/battlebond-release-notes-2...
JudgeCast #200 – Hanging Out With JudgeCast
May 17, 2018 18:35 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBWe're often asked about our conversations before and after the show. What do we talk about? How do we interact? Hang out with us as, on our 200th episode, we go in unscripted and unstructured. Our stories and silliness will give you a peek behind the curtain. For some reason, we'll talk a lot about food. Regular Magic learning content will resume in two weeks.
JudgeCast #199 – Layers (Part 2) – aka “That’s no moon!”
May 03, 2018 17:11 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn a continuation from episode 197, we talk about layers and how effects interact using them. We also talk a bit about dependencies, and reference too many moons (Blood Moon, Bad Moon, Imprisoned in the Moon, etc)
JudgeCast #198 – Dominaria Release Notes!
April 20, 2018 00:57 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBThe rules are changing, but the sky isn't falling. Along with new mechanics and weird cards, Dominaria brings with it rules changes that have caused the errata of many, many Magic cards. Additionally, we go card-by-card over some of the most interesting interactions in the set. Listen in as we explain it all! Links: Dominaria Release Notes (.docx): http://media.wizards.com/2018/downloads/DOM_Release_Notes/EN_MTGDOM_ReleaseNotes.docx Dominaria templating changes: https://magic.wizards.com/en...
JudgeCast #197 – Layers (Part 1)
April 07, 2018 04:04 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBJudges talk about continuous effects until end of episode. We reference copy effects, discussed in more detail here: https://judgecast.com/archives/1034 We also reference our Types episodes, which are here: https://judgecast.com/archives/651 and here: https://judgecast.com/archives/659
JudgeCast #196 – FNM&Ms
March 24, 2018 20:40 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBOn this episode, we're joined by Charles Featherer, AKA "Dr. Judge" at Un-Set events, about judging local, regular REL events, especially FNM. Whether you're new to judging or old hat, you're sure to learn something from this episode.
JudgeCast #195 – Penalties
March 09, 2018 17:45 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBIn which we discuss each penalty, why they're given for various infractions, and how that applies at Regular vs. Competitive RELs. Disqualification process and FAQ: https://blogs.magicjudges.org/o/disqualification-process/ Toby's April Fools Challenge Flags article: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/making-magic/introducing-challenge-flags-new-approach-appeals-2013-04-01
JudgeCast #194 – So you wanna Head Judge a Pro Tour?
February 23, 2018 23:42 - 1 hour - 50 MBJoin us as we interview Pro Tour Rivals of Ixalan Head Judge Jared Sylva! We talk about the prep that goes into the Pro Tour and the way in which it's different from a Grand Prix or other event. Jared has been our guest before! Check out these awesome topics, especially Episode 51. About being an L4, Episode 51: https://judgecast.com/archives/423 About Investigations, Episode 111: https://judgecast.com/archives/771 About Grand Prix DC, Episode 142: https://judgecast.com/archives/952
JudgeCast #193 – How to Pod-Cast a Spell
February 10, 2018 20:39 - 36 minutes - 28.1 MBJess, Brogan, and Bryan tackle the steps of casting a spell in this concise, evergreen episode. You may want to bookmark this one for your friends that want to become a judge.
JudgeCast #192 – Rivals of Ixalan Policy Updates and Background Checks
January 26, 2018 23:37 - 50 minutes - 30 MBJoin the team as we discuss new policy updates, new background check requirements for Tournament Organizers, and the new banned and restricted list. Banned and Restricted list - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/january-15-2018-banned-and-restricted-announcement-2018-01-15 Tournament policy documents - https://wpn.wizards.com/en/resources/rules-documents Toby's Policy update Blog (Including SECRET Cavern of Souls rules) - https://blogs.magicjudges.org/telliott/2018/01/15/p...
JudgeCast #191 – Rivals of Ixalan Release Notes
January 11, 2018 22:50 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBPrepare yourself for the prerelease! Join Jess, Brogan, and Bryan as they discuss the new mechanic (that's right, just one) in Rivals and some of the more interesting interactions. Full Rivals of Ixalan Release Notes: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/rivals-ixalan-release-notes-2018-01-05
JudgeCast #190 – Judging from 2010 to Present
December 29, 2017 21:47 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBIn this episode, we discuss what judging was like in 2010 when the first JudgeCast was recorded, and we talk about some of what has changed. Bryan managed to get his hands on a copy of the IPG from 2010, and we also discuss some craziness from that document.
JudgeCast #189 – Things a New L1 Should Know
December 15, 2017 20:43 - 59 minutes - 28.1 MBA new Judge can have lots of questions about the Judge program. Brogan, Bryan and Jess try to answer all the questions you have, and even a few you didn't know you had. How do I get a Shirt? What is Judgeapps? How do I find other judges? What is this Code of Conduct I have to agree to? What is that squeaking sound? And many more!! Referenced Links: Judging at Regular - https://judgecast.com/docs Judge Code of Conduct - https://blogs.magicjudges.org/conduct/magic-judge-code/ Judgeapps - https...
JudgeCast #188 – Wait, Wait, Don’t Spell Me
December 02, 2017 07:52 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBCJ Shrader joins us as Brogan hosts JudgeCast's new game show, "Wait, Wait, Don't Spell Me." She asks the team questions about Unstable mechanics and cards, and the team gives their best answer (along with some not so accurate ones). Check it out! Unstable Release Notes: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/unstable-faqawaslfaqpaftidawabiajtbt-2017-11-22
JudgeCast #187 – Turn-Based Actions
November 17, 2017 02:14 - 47 minutes - 21.7 MBBrogan, Bryan, and Jess break down all the turn-based actions that occur in Magic, even the ones no one knows about! Did you know there are special ones just for the beginning of combat step and the precombat main phase? Other related episodes and stuff mentioned in the show: Steps of a Turn - JudgeCast #52 - https://judgecast.com/archives/425 Combat Phase (more in-depth) - JudgeCast #72 - https://judgecast.com/archives/573 Ultimate Showdown of Ultimate Destiny - https://www.newgrounds.com/p...
JudgeCast #186: Unstable Preview – Rules Lawyer
November 14, 2017 15:55 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBThis special bonus episode discusses the new Unstable card Rules Lawyer. In addition, we talk about the alternate art Judge promo version that will be available to judges starting in January! Have a listen and learn about how Unstable breaks State-Based Actions.
JudgeCast #185 – Halloween Odds and Ends
November 02, 2017 15:57 - 51 minutes - 23.4 MBWe spent Halloween talking about some of our favorite rules and interactions, both obscure and intricate. What's yours?
JudgeCast #184 – What are Special Actions?
October 20, 2017 15:08 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBThis episode we tackle special actions in the Comp Rules. They're not just for Leonin Arbiter anymore! Other rules episodes we referenced: Steps of casting a spell (JC #71) https://judgecast.com/archives/531 Morph (JC #99) https://judgecast.com/archives/707 State-Based Actions (JC #147) https://judgecast.com/archives/974
JudgeCast #183 – GP Providence
October 06, 2017 19:30 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBThe JudgeCast crew spent the weekend at GP Providence, and they're here to tell the tale! BPrill was on sides, Brogan was on the main, and Jess was playing in his favorite format. Listen as we regale you with stories and talk about our various perspectives on the event.
JudgeCast #182 – Ixalan Release Notes
September 20, 2017 17:07 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBVampires and Pirates and Dinosaurs, oh my! Let's walk the dinosaur together as we prepare for Ixalan prerelease weekend with a review the new mechanics rules changes, and most interesting new cards from Ixalan. You can check out the official release notes here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/ixalan-release-notes-2017-09-15
JudgeCast #181 – Convention Magic with Kyle Knudson
September 15, 2017 13:48 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBL2 Kyle Knudson, Event Guru at Cascade Games, joins us to talk about Magic events that take place at conventions. We talk about his experiences at PAX, Comic-Con, and elsewhere. They're great fun and great learning opportunities for level 1+ judges. Check it out! Thanks to Kyle for joining us on this episode. You can reach him by email here: [email protected]. Be sure to check out upcoming Cascade Game conventions at CascadeGames.com and, as always, check out other opportunities at ht...
JudgeCast #180 – Bribery with Eric Levine
August 31, 2017 14:55 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBOn this episode, we are joined by Level 3 Judge Eric Levine, a member of the Player Investigation Committee, to talk about Bribery. What is it, how do you recognize it, and what isn't bribery? Find the answers to these questions and more on this episode of JudgeCast. If you enjoy listening to Eric Levine's dulcet tones, you'll be pleased to know that he also appeared on episode # 44 - Investigations and also episode #105 - Commandeering.
JudgeCast #179 – Commander 2017 Run-Down
August 18, 2017 14:32 - 1 hour - 39.8 MBIn this episode, we discuss the Commander format and the perks and quirks of cards in the new Commander 2017 decks. What happens if your cat is enchanted by a rat? How does phasing even work? How does Commander Damage work, Generally? Find out all of this and more in this episode of JudgeCast. Commander 2017 Release Notes: http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/commander-2017-edition-release-notes-2017-08-11
JudgeCast #178 – The JudgeCast Open feat. Matt Williams
August 04, 2017 22:14 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBLevel Three judge Matt Williams joins us to discuss the JudgeCast Open that took place in Atlanta recently, where all three of our hosts were Classic HJs on Sunday. We talk about some challenges that lead to the event and interesting things that occurred. For more information on team events, check out episode 174: https://judgecast.com/?p=1114
JudgeCast #177 – Learning About Learning
July 20, 2017 15:22 - 58 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode, we talk about the state of judge testing, some styles of learning, and how one can study and prepare for tests without being able to spam practice tests. In addition to JudgeCast, we talk about lots of other resources for judges to learn from. We end the episode by discussing the list of things you need to know to pass the Level 1 and Level 2 exams. Resources discussed in this episode: Rules Documents: Basic Rulebook and Comp Rules (PDF/TXT Formats) Comp Rules (Hyperlinked; ...
JudgeCast #176 – Hour of Devastation Release Notes
July 07, 2017 03:50 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBSettle in as Brogan, Bryan, and Jess bring you everything you need to know about Hour of Devastation. Learn about the Afflict mechanic as well as the pseudo-return of Embalm and Exert. We also go over all our favorite new cards and tell you what tricky rules to watch out for. Be sure to check out the full release notes.
JudgeCast #175 – Attending your First Comp REL Event as a Player
June 23, 2017 02:42 - 1 hour - 30.6 MBWelcome to Episode #175 In this Episode we talk about things a player may want to know before taking the plunge and attending their first Competitive Rules Enforcement Episode. What is a decklist and why do I need to bring it? Is there a lunch break? Why is this person in a black shirt hovering behind me? It's full of chillax and whatever wine pairs well with chillax'in. We also are joined by a special guest; Michael Shiver from The Mana Pool. The Mana Pool is one of the longest running ...
JudgeCast #174 (Audio Fixed) – Team Constructed with Bearz
June 01, 2017 16:09 - 1 hour - 36.1 MBEdit: This is the second attempt to publish this episode. The first had some unfortunate audio errors that made it impossible to listen to. This has been corrected. Sorry about that. -Jess We are joined by L3 and GP Head Judge Paul Baranay as he and Jess chat about their recent experiences Head Judging ~900 player Team Constructed Opens. We talk logistics, weird stuff, deck checks, and take a nice tangent into investigations. For more listening on Investigations, listen to: JudgeCast #44 -...