Ponder
208 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 27 ratingsTJ Rogers, Jamie Rigatti, and Melvin the Muppet ponder all things from the world of Magic: the Gathering. Each episode, your hosts will discuss anything and everything related to the world of Magic and will answer listener questions of any kind.
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Episode 178 - Three Moons Lounge: An Animated Conversation with MyHandsAreBlank
January 20, 2022 18:50 - 50 minutes - 63 MBWe have a guest today! David, better known as MyHandsAreBlank joins us in the lounge! We talk about Canada, animation, TikTok and more in anticipation of the full episode next week! Visit the Ponder website
Episode 177 - Star City Sign-Offs
January 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBJamie is back from a well earned vacation and she talks about how important breaks are for content creators. We were also rocked by the resignation of Star City Games coverage teams. Is this the end of their coverage or a chance for a rebrand. And we wrap up pondering what Huey Jenson's new job at WotC could mean for organized play. Visit the Ponder website
Episode 177 - The Three Moons Lounge
January 06, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 60.2 MBSomeone got a tattoo, TJ and Melvin both love Deathloop, Melvin worries about eggnog ice cream, and we all ponder other streaming platforms and V-Tubers. Visit the Ponder website
Episode 176 - Topples Draft Invitational Recap and New Year Ruminations
December 30, 2021 05:01 - 57 minutes - 56.6 MBThis week we prepare for the holidays by talking about Jamie's recent Ham Fam Draft invitational that was hosted on her Twitch. We also discuss The year 2021 and look forward to 2022. Visit the Ponder website
Episode 176 - The Three Moons Lounge
December 24, 2021 23:31 - 42 minutes - 51.9 MBWe get ready for the holidays, get some take out, nap a bit, and look up which Muppets have gotten real honorary doctorates from universities. Visit the Ponder website
Episode 175 - The Good and Bad of Alchemy
December 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBMagic Arena just launched Alchemy the format that answers the question "What if we could adjust cards after printing?" It's bringing a fresh look to Standard and also a few problems. We ponder it's merits and how it will affect other formats and paper in general. We also catch up on how the Draft Open went and get grumpy about NFTs and cryptocurrency. Visit the Ponder website Help support the show
Episode 175 - The Three Moons Lounge
December 09, 2021 05:00 - 45 minutes - 58.3 MBWe announce a bit of a format change, go over our favorite Futurama bits, simp for Arcane, and ponder the best Taco Bell menu items to use as a warming device. Visit the Ponder website
Episode 174 - Crimson Vow, Prince, Pauper, or King?
November 25, 2021 19:02 - 58 minutes - 56 MBIt's Thanksgiving this week! Jamie returns and tells us about her time in Crimson Vow. The hosts discuss Vegas, Secret Lairs, duck bites, and transparent eyelids. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 173 - Is Flesh and Blood Stealing Magic's Spotlight?
November 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBJamie couldn't join us this week, so we decide to save the deep dive into Crimson Vow for our next episode. TJ and Melvin go over some of the broad concepts in Crimson Vow and explain how the Cleave mechanic could have been done better. We also talk about how Flesh and Blood has stolen the competitive scene and is making some of the same mistakes Magic has in the past. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 172 - Spooky Season is now Upon Us
October 28, 2021 07:10 - 47 minutes - 48.7 MBJamie and Melvin discuss the results of recent drafts within the Midnight Hunt as Halloween Approaches, Meanwhile TJ needs some help from them to ensure he doesn't become a ghost. Ponder This is back for the end of the episode where we Ponder some questions from listeners. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 171 - Let's Talk Money
October 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBMoney is on the mind this week in Magic. We start by checking in on the high stakes Magic World Championship and what effect having draft in it may or may not have had. We also ponder the Twitch leak and have some real talk about salaries and expectations of both content creators and supporters. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show Franklin on TikTok
Episode 170 - Midnight Hunt Balance and Magic: Las Vegas
September 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBWe've had a few weeks to get into Midnight Hunt, and Jamie has somethings about the boogeyman of the Limited format, Blue/Black. We ponder how sets like this and AFR can get through design with over powered color pairs. We also check in on Magic: Las Vegas and ponder if and when its okay to start going to big events again. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 169 - Spooky Season has struck MtG
September 17, 2021 00:22 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBAs Magic heads back to Innistrad, Jamie, Melvin, and TJ dive into the flavor and mechanics of the world. Jamie breaks down the speed of the format for Melvin and TJ, and we make absolutely ZERO tangents. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 168 - What's Exciting and What's Missing in the Magic 2021 Showcase?
September 02, 2021 04:28 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBWizards aired their Magic 2021 showcase on Twitch this week, and it was chocked full of announcements. We look at the new sets, new products, new IP crossovers, and ponder what's important about what they didn't say. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show Check out Myth House on Twitch Find the NRG Series on Twitter
Episode 167 - Is Magic Still a Paper Card Game?
August 05, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBDigital-only cards are coming to the Historic format on Magic Arena via Jumpstart: Historic Horizons packs. What does this mean for Magic and why uses a format like Jumpstart? Can we still consider Magic to be a "paper" game? We also ponder AFR Limited a few weeks in and notice that Flesh and Blood card game's future Organized Play is looking surprisingly familiar. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 166 - Do You Feel Like a Wizard?
July 22, 2021 12:12 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBAdventures in the Forgotten Realms is out and Jamie Topples and Melvin the Muppet share their experiences with the format. Do the Class Cards really bring out the *flavor*? Is the set even fun? After that TJ and Melvin take a look at the situation surrounding Standard 2022. How did we get here? What could we do to avoid it? Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 165 - Will You Venture into the Dungeon?
July 08, 2021 04:09 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBDungeons & Dragons: Adventures in the Forgotten Realms is about to be released and we are excited about what we've seen so far. Does the set capture the feel of D&D? Is it too much for a core set? But before we ponder these questions and can venture forth, we need the Countess of Cuties to give us her Top 10 from Strixhaven and Modern Horizons 2. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 164 - Is Magic Fundamentally a Party Game?
June 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBWith massive changes to organized play, cuts to tournament prize support, and the elimination of sponsored streamers, maybe it's time to rethink what Magic is and who it's for. With the vast majority of players being casual, we ponder if Magic is fundamentally a party game with a minor competitive element, and if this paradigm would better serve all players, casual and competitive alike. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 163 - Joined by Jon
June 17, 2021 04:20 - 1 hour - 80 MBIt's TJ's turn to take a week off, so Jamie has pulled in her wonderful husband (and possibly robot) Jon to be on the show with us. As a long time Magic player and fellow limited drafter, he tells us his history with the game, how Jamie "really" got introduced to Magic, and what it's like to love and support a full time streamer. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 162 - Like My Tweet and Tell Me You Love Me (with Ethan Saks)
June 10, 2021 09:19 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBWith Melvin on vacation, Jamie and TJ asked Ethan of the Lords of Limited Podcast to join the podcast for a discussion of Streaming, Limited, and Podcasting. Ethan on Twitter Listen to Lords of Limited Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 162 - Like My Tweet and Tell Me You Love Me
June 10, 2021 09:19 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBWith Melvin on vacation, Jamie and TJ asked Ethen of the Lords of Limited Podcast to join the podcast for a discussion of Streaming, Limited, and Podcasting. Ethan on Twitter Listen to Lords of Limited Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 161 - Is Modern Horizons 2 the Greatest Set Ever?
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIt's preview time for Modern Horizons 2 and we have been blown away by what we have seen so far. There's so much going on in this set, including new spins on old favorites, Legacy cards moving into Modern, meme cards, and even an army of squirrels. MH2 looks like it will be a blast to draft, shake up Modern, and inspire new Commander decks. With all this going for it, we have to ponder if this is the greatest Magic set there has ever been. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons ...
Episode 160 - What's the Future Look Like for our LGS?
May 27, 2021 04:39 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBThis week we welcome to the podcast Jamie's friend Duncan, who works at Legions, her local game store. We ask what it's been like for an LGS these days between the pandemic, multiple booster products, and Secret Lair competition. Duncan gives us the inside scoop and we all ponder what the future holds for our favorite local game stores. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 159 - Which Strixhaven College Would Be the Coolest in Real Life?
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBWe're back from an exciting weekend of tournament play and tournament coverage, and TJ shares what it was like to be back in the booth again. We also give our thoughts on the most recent announcement about Magic Organized Play, and then we play a game to figure out which Strixhaven college is the coolest by pondering which of them some popular fictional characters would choose to join. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
BONUS! Episode 158 - The Three Moons Lounge
May 16, 2021 04:18 - 35 minutes - 43.8 MBWe talk about becoming hot tub streamers again, someone hates greeting cards, and we have to figure out what "mise" means. [We've decided to release this lounge episode to everyone. Please enjoy! You can get access to the lounge every week by supporting us on Patreon.] Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 158 - Why Do We Love Magic: the Gathering?
May 13, 2021 04:28 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBLike a romantic relationship, our feelings toward Magic have gone through phases. From that first infatuation, to admitting that we "like-like" them, to falling head over heals in love. We share some stories from our past about how we've gotten to where we are now and why, despite everything we say, we still love Magic. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here and support the show
Episode 157 - Who is Garbage Andy?
May 06, 2021 04:09 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBThis week we welcome fellow streamer and friend of the show Garbage Andy to the podcast. As a professional video editor and producer, Andy is bringing his own style, flare, and skills to his stream. What has helped him be so successful in his first year on Twitch? We also ponder why he wears the name "garbage" with pride. Watch Garbage Andy on Twitch Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here
Episode 156 - Does Wizards Have Any Incentive to Change?
April 29, 2021 04:06 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBThe most recent earning reports from Hasbro has revealed that Wizards of the Coast and Magic is at the most profitable it's ever been. After a year of drastic change, from the disappearance of large paper events, to the massive promotion of Arena, and the constant sales of Secret Lairs, is this the new way things are? We ponder if Wizards has any reason to go back, move forward, or just keep steamrolling ahead. Watch Melvin's Minute on YouTube Visit the Ponder website Access the Three ...
Episode 155 - Are We Happy with Strixhaven?
April 22, 2021 04:01 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBStrixhaven is getting all of the attention right now. It's the first week of a new draft format, and Jamie shares how she feels about it. We look at the way the community has been engaging with the set, with promotional videos from the Command Zone and online quizzes that sort us into houses...er...colleges. We also ponder if we're happy with the way Strixhaven is going so far. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here Ham Fam (2Wet2Lettuce) Draft Signup
Episode 154 - What the Heck is WotC Doing?
April 15, 2021 04:28 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBIt's been a controversial week for Wizards of the Coast, to say the least. From forgetting who their own MPL members are, to cancelling the Arena Early Access program, it's left the Magic community in a tailspin. We ponder what the heck is going and and what the fallout will be. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here Ham Fam (2Wet2Lettuce) Draft Signup Watch Raphee on Twitch Watch The Oddball Show on Twitch
Episode 153 - Clash of the Kaldheim Cuties Conclusion and an Arena Conspiracy
April 08, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 67 MBThe votes are in and Twitter has decided via poll who is the cutest Kaldheim critter. Except not really because only Jamie, the Cutie Countess, can make such a decision. She walks us through her bracket and we see how Twitter did. Melvin also exposes a Magic Arena conspiracy that might be about to change how the game is played. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here
Episode 152 - Tommy Moonray's Galactic Search
April 01, 2021 04:28 - 1 hour - 81.3 MBWith his band, Intergalactic Mystery, needing another member, Tommy is searching the galaxy great musicians. He has landed on Earth to take some time off and interview local rocker, Jon Topples. The appearance of a surprise guest threatens to break up the interview. How will Tommy and his manager, Aluisius, handle this unexpected twist? Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website Watch the episode on Twitch Watch the Oddball Show on Twitch
Episode 151 - Taalia Vess, Magic Legend
March 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBThis week we are joined by special guest, Taalia Vess! She and TJ share their enjoyment of the new Magic Legends game. We also discuss her love of Commander and get her thoughts on the new Time Spiral Remastered cards. We also ponder dangerous food. Visit the Ponder website Access the Three Moons Lounge here Find Taalia Vess on Twitch Find Taalia Vess on Twitter
Episode 150 - Clash of the Kaldheim Cuties
March 18, 2021 04:53 - 1 hour - 73 MBIt's March Madness, cuties-style! We introduce 16 cute contestants to find out who will win the cutie crown by the Countess of Cute, Jamie. TJ also rants a bit about what happens when "Premier" Magic coverage just isn't premier and what can be done about it. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website Watch the episode on Twitch Watch the Oddball Show on Twitch
Episode 149 - Kaldheim Meme Drafting and Universes Beyond
March 11, 2021 05:33 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBYou know limited is in a weird place when Jamie starts meme drafting. She tells us about the new pants deck that other people are forcing. We look at Universes Beyond and ponder why WotC would use other people's IP beyond making money. Oh, and Melvin has a breakdown. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website Watch the episode on Twitch Check out LarryIRL on Twitch
Episode 148 - Time Spiral Remastered and Rant Heroics
March 04, 2021 05:49 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBWe've got a whole bunch of rants this week. Despite how cool the old bordered cards on Time Spiral Remastered look, we still can't calm down. We rant about the Arena ladder, dumb Magic Twitter, people hating on using non-Magic IP, and other stuff. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 147 - Arena Open Recap and the Choice to Stream
February 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBThe Sealed Arena Open is over! Jamie made Day 2, while Melvin made...some decks! We talk about how it went, how streaming on a delay was, and what happens when people complain about players choosing not to stream it at all. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website Watch the episode here
Episode 146 - Arena Open Prep, Fixing White, and Ban Shakeups
February 18, 2021 05:26 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBThere's a Sealed Arena Open this weekend, and you know Jamie's getting ready for it. We check in on how her preparation has been going and get some tips. TJ shares his revelation of what White is missing in abilities, and we catch up on all the bans what they mean to their formats. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 145 - Live recording! Snow Lands, Tibalt's Takeover, and more!
February 11, 2021 17:36 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBIt's our second episode recording live on Twitch! Jamie Topples, Melvin the Muppet, and TJ Rogers examine Kaldheim's impact on limited and Constructed and go on absolutely zero tangents. Watch the live episode here Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 144 - Kaldheim Week 1 and Fixing the Color Pie
February 04, 2021 06:03 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBJamie's been crushing Kaldheim drafts in the first week, and she gives us the early info. We also take a quick look at what Arena is like on Android and what it could mean for the game. Then we ponder the color pie, how it could be updated, and how it could taste. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 143 - Kaldheim Marketing, Crunchwrap Facials, and Hatin' Horses
January 29, 2021 05:48 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBThe Kaldheim marketing has leaned heavily into using heavy metal, but is it too much or not enough? Also, we're putting Tacobell crunchwraps on our faces and learning from TJ why horses are useless killing machines. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 142 - Tinkers, Tokens, and Kaldheim Highlights
January 21, 2021 06:02 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBWith no TJ this week, Jamie and Melvin go deep on limited. Jamie tells us how much fun Tinker's Cube is on Arena, Melvin worries that Mythic Tokens on MTGO might destroy its economy, and we both take a look at the highlights in the Kaldheim previews so far. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 141 - Voxy Populi
January 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBWe're so happy to be joined this week by special guest, friend of Jamie, and popular Magic streamer Voxy! In her very first (of many) podcast interview, we talk about full time Magic streaming, what makes Limited fun, and we ponder the best Ravnica guild for cats. Find Voxy on Twitch Voxy on Twitter Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 140 - Ponder Live!
January 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBIt's our first episode that's also streamed live on Twitch! We take lots of viewer questions, Jamie talks about her prep for the VML, and we ponder what happened to the Magic Greenlight Fund. Watch the live episode Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 139 - Rolling Legacy with Brian Coval
December 31, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBWe are joined this week by friend of Jamie's and pro player Brian Coval. Brian is known as a Legacy expert and is a co-host of the Eternal Glory Podcast. This week he shares with us how he got into Legacy, why he loves the format, and where it's going in the future. We also ponder 2021 new year resolutions. Brian on Twitter The Eternal Glory Podcast
Episode 138 - Standard Rogues, Supreme Vintage, and Exciting Kaldheim
December 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBIn a shocking twist no one saw coming, both Jamie and Melvin have been playing Standard on Arena. Jamie has been crushing with Rogues in best of three, but Melvin has some thoughts on best of one. TJ has been having a delight with Supreme Vintage draft, and we ponder Kaldheim, the new planeswalkers, and hair styles. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 137 - Building Blocks from Past Decks
December 10, 2020 06:08 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBThis week we are joined once again by Coleman Falk, friend of the show and co-host of the Building Blocks podcast. Coleman catches us up on how Building Blocks has been going and what's its like to do a podcast based on famous decks and cards from Magic's history. We also ponder Commander theme songs. Coleman on Twitter Building Blocks Podcast on Twitter Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 136 - Thankful for Commander Legends and a Healthy Standard
December 04, 2020 05:07 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBWe're back from Thanksgiving, and we've got some stuff that we're thankful for. TJ shares his experiences with Commander Legends and Melvin has been having fun (?) with Standard on Arena. We also ponder signature moves.
Episode 135 - Wild Kaldheim Speculation
November 19, 2020 05:40 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBMagic will soon be traveling to the plane of Kaldheim, a Norse mythology-inspired set. We ponder what the themes and mechanics could be. We also catch up with Jamie on Kaladesh Remastered and why it's a great limited format. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website
Episode 134 - A Year with ChannelFireball
November 12, 2020 05:42 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBThis week we are celebrating our one year anniversary with CFB! We look back a little bit, hear about TJ's fast food challenge, Melvin looks for some offers, and we all ponder being Kaladesh inventors. Access the Three Moons Lounge here Visit the Ponder website