Latest Cmdr Podcast Episodes
Commander ad Populum, Ep 291 - We Have to Suffer
Commander ad Populum - May 29, 2024 14:08 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsSitting down and having a bad game of Magic is good for you. Trust me. Come hear my expanded thoughts the matter and lets work through how tough games can have an impact on our real lives. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with bein...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 290 - Hard Work and Reputation
Commander ad Populum - May 22, 2024 16:12 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week I give a behind-the-scenes recap on CommandFest Vancouver. From initial set-up to late-night tear-down. The experience was far more work, far more stuff, and far more rewarding than I thought it would be. Come see what it's all about! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. ...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 435 - Every Card is One Word
Commander Cookout Podcast - May 21, 2024 16:33 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsOver the last few weeks we have been lamenting over all the words on cards. Today, that all changes. Every card in this deck has a one-word name. We have a ton of fun with this one! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can fin...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 289 - Persistence and Failure in MTG
Commander ad Populum - May 15, 2024 13:50 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWith the help of another listener email, we tackle a couple pretty big, and pretty rewarding, topics floating around the MTG stratosphere. Failure and the persistence it takes to push past the ever-gnawing doubt and anxiety that caused by it! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. Th...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 434 - ULTRA BUDGET Jadar, Ghoulcaller of Nephalia
Commander Cookout Podcast - May 14, 2024 13:48 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWith the success of last week's budget deck, we decided to crank it up! And by up, we mean down. Come check out all the synergies, card advantage and beatz in one of the most budget decks we've ever done on Commander Cookout! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your sou...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 288 - Balancing Deck Building & Deck Tweaking
Commander ad Populum - May 08, 2024 14:17 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week's community topic is one that I don't think anyone thinks about but take some part in, every time they sit down with Magic on the mind. Do you build more decks? Or do you tweak and tune more decks? Which is more important? Come hear my thoughts on the whole matter. Support on Patreon, ...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 433 - Laughing Jasper Flint
Commander Cookout Podcast - May 07, 2024 14:35 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsHave you ever wanted to play a deck where EVERY CARD says 'draw a card' on it? Well, now you can with this Laughing Jasper Flint deck. Of all things, it's a Rakdos theft deck that's going to let us do it! https://www.FusionGamingOnline.com You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head t...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 287 - Finding your Balance in MTG
Commander ad Populum - May 01, 2024 14:31 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWith everything that's being going on with the Commander Cookout Media Group over the past few months, it's been very difficult to strike the right balance of work and play. Luckily MTG has all the depth, complexities and social lessons that I need to get my games back on track! Support on Patr...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 432 - Kambal, Profiteering Mayor - Tokens
Commander Cookout Podcast - April 30, 2024 13:40 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsCommander in a Cowboy hat continues as we take a look at the most Selesnia Orzhov deck there ever was! Join us to see how we make huge amounts of tokens, pump them up and crash into our opponents with them. And, the dirty ways Brando approves of to control the board... Huge thank you to our spon...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 286 - What Makes a Great Local Game Store?
Commander ad Populum - April 24, 2024 14:23 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWhat are the top traits of all great local game stores? I dive deep into what I think are the no-brainer, make-or-break traits today, on CadPop 286. From cleanliness to leadership to management to snacks! We're covering it all today. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 431 - Obeka, Splitter of Seconds Decktech & Guide
Commander Cookout Podcast - April 23, 2024 14:07 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsOur first Thunder Junction Commander decktech is one that Brando was very excited about. Come here about all the potential that Obeka, Splitter of Seconds has. From casual to combo to cEDH, this episode has it all! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 285 - Patience in MTG... and Life
Commander ad Populum - April 17, 2024 14:52 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWe continue the discussion from last week on working through tough situations with others with a close look at how MTG and Commander can help us. This time, we focus on being patient with ourselves and others as we learn, teach and grow. A very CadPopCast type episode! Support on Patreon, here:...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 430 - Outlaws of Thunder Junction - Breaking News and Big Score Review
Commander Cookout Podcast - April 17, 2024 14:25 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsOn Aprils bonus CCO, we take a look at everything else in Thunder Junction that we liked, as well as a few things that could have been done better. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnlin...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 429 - Outlaws of Thunder Junction Set Review & Analysis
Commander Cookout Podcast - April 16, 2024 14:02 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWe continue looking at all the rootin' tootin' fun and excitement that is Outlaws of Thunder Junction! Join us as we go over the mechanics, themes and our favorite cards from the new set. www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Onl...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 284 - Intense Emotional Response in MTG
Commander ad Populum - April 10, 2024 13:33 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWhen it comes to teaching, coaching and building a community, there's no better way to lead than from the front. Leading by example and showing people how to be better is the ultimate way to elevate those around you. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great b...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 428 - Outlaws of Thunder Junction Legendary Creature Review & Analysis
Commander Cookout Podcast - April 09, 2024 14:08 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWhile we express a little bit of let-down with Outlaws of Thunder Junction, there is certainly many new legendary creatures to be excited about! Come hear about all of our favorites. www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online a...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 283 - The 10:1 Deckbuilding Theory
Commander ad Populum - April 03, 2024 15:07 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWe're running it back with some fallout from last week's episode. I defend my stance on running the minimal number of basic lands and breakdown a deck building theory sent in by a long-time listener. Keep those theories coming in! Let's break them all down. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 427 - Ghired, Mirror of the Wilds
Commander Cookout Podcast - April 02, 2024 15:04 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsThunder Junction baby! We kick off our thunder junction coverage with a Naya commander that can be built casually, tuned, optimized and even full-blown cEDH competitive combo. Join us! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can ...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 282 - My Deck Building Routine
Commander ad Populum - March 27, 2024 14:33 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsAfter a week off with illness, I'm back with a vengeance talking some tech MTG shop! Join me as I run through my mental process and routine for building a new deck. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially i...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 426 - Your Deckbuilding Fingerprint
Commander Cookout Podcast - March 27, 2024 13:59 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWe all build decks a little differently, and that's OK. Join us as we discuss what makes MTG and Commander so nuanced and complex and how it strengthens friendships over time! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 425 - Three Dawg Galaxy News DJ - Boros Enchantress AGAIN?!
Commander Cookout Podcast - March 26, 2024 14:51 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWe wrap up MTG FALLOUT with what may be the coolest Boros Enchantress deck you'll find! Card advantage, value, combo potential, Three Dawg's got it all! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGaming...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 424 - Mr. House President & CEO - Dice Rolling Derby
Commander Cookout Podcast - March 19, 2024 15:23 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsOur first crack at a Fallout Commander looks to be one for the ages! With Mr. House, President and CEO, we get added colors to an already established deck. The die rolling deck. Come Check it out. Brando may actually build this one! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re y...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 281 - Your Gaming 'Range of Motion'
Commander ad Populum - March 13, 2024 14:32 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWith Magic the Gathering, like in many areas of life we seek to become proficient in, a wide variety of exposure over the course of time is what it takes to be successful. Come hear my expanded thoughts on the matter as I recount a very interesting panel attended at MagicCon Chicago. Support on...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 423 - Universes Beyond FALLOUT (Not) Set Review
Commander Cookout Podcast - March 12, 2024 14:49 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsThe more we talk about Universes Beyond Fallout, the more excited we get. Come hear about all the things we can't wait to get our hands on and all the things we think will make a splash in Commander! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 280 - What it Takes to Lead an MTG Community
Commander ad Populum - March 06, 2024 13:50 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsAfter another week of reflection post MagicCon Chicago, I dig deep into what it means to lead an MTG community with examples based on the structure large events can provide. Combine that with the fantastic culture that large events exhibit and you've got a great recipe to build a fantastic new co...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 422 - Fallout Legendary Review & Discussion
Commander Cookout Podcast - March 05, 2024 14:39 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsUniverses Beyond returns! Join us as we look over some of the coolest, most powerful, most interesting and potentially most prolific new legendary creatures from MTG Fallout. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them ...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 279 - MagicCon Chicago Virtual Tour and Venue Highlights
Commander ad Populum - February 28, 2024 14:16 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsCome along on my early-access tour of the MagicCon show floor and hear about the highlights of the show! Come hear about the best parts of being physically present at the largest type of Magic convention in the world. And, about a few things that can always be improved upon. Support on Patreon,...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 421 - Dealing with Mistakes in Commander - Lots of Mistakes!
Commander Cookout Podcast - February 28, 2024 13:56 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWe've all done it. We think we have things all figured out. A perfect plan. The perfect combat trick. The perfect strategy. Then, to our (and often our opponents') dismay, we find out that whatever we are doing, or going to do, or did, is wrong and we have to now find some way to fix the game sta...
Commander Cookout Podcast, Ep 420 - Judith, Carnage Connoisseur - Let's Do Damage!
Commander Cookout Podcast - February 27, 2024 16:27 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsWhile all the Dust from MagicCon Chicago is settling, let's go ahead and kick some right back up again! You want a deck that can be tuned to be aggro, combo or control? Check out this judith deck. It was a riot! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 278 - A Brief History of the Universe (Beyond)
Commander ad Populum - February 21, 2024 15:22 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week, we're bringing back the set retrospectives with a look back at the history of MTG's Universes Beyond product launches. Join me for a brief history of time! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially...