Commander ad Populum

We may be getting out of winter in the Canadian Prairies but what's wrong with one last hurrah for the cold?! This week, we delve into Ice Age. Like all Retro Set Remixes, we take a look at some of the behind the scenes themes, stories and nostalgia of the set. For a more thorough review of Ice Age, proper, tune in to Commander ad Populum, Episode 8 , in the way-back machine! Welcome to another ve...

This week, we revisit process oriented thinking and how Magic has taught it to us. Or, for some, how we've applied process oriented thinking to our Magic game play and decision making. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics, hit me up on Twitter @CadPopCast ....

We kick things off today with a piece on why organizing your collection is important. We've hinted at this before, but today, I wanted to remind everyone that respecting our cards and collection is an extension of respecting ourselves. After that, we get into the Retro Set Remix for Homelands! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people,...

This week we get into the stories and special meaning behind cards in our collections. I discuss why it's special to have a complete set of Magic cards that have memories tied to them and recommend that everyone try to collect their favorite set. To demonstrate all of this, I do what anyone would do. Use examples from my complete set of Fallen Empires! Welcome to another very special episode of Co...

This week, I take a few minutes to highlight a couple really positive tweets I saw from a friend of the show. Some sentiments that made me happy to be part of such a great online community. After that, I go all in on The Dark Retro Set Remix! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your thoug...

Every once in a while world events are forced into our lives in such a strong way that they dominate everything around us. This is one of those times. Thankfully, we have Magic to both keep us grounded in a great community and to lend us knowledge on how to have difficult conversations and teach younger people about complex topics. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. C...

This week, I dive into and explain three ways that I've found to be very effective in assisting newer players. Because Magic is such a complex game and the social implications of attending your first FNM or MagicFest can weigh heavy on many, it's important that we, as a community, look after new players, as best we can.  Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander fo...

This week, I relive the glory days of the early 90's. I look back and remember how seeing a very particular movie box while renting movies with my dad. That single moment sparked an entire lifetime of love for the fantasy genre. After that, we hit up the Retro Set Remix with Legends! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the p...

We begin this week's show with a shoutout and a recommendation. Tune in to find out what that's about. Then, I go all the way into the storied history, with predictions, for the upcoming Brothers' War expansion with the Antiquities Retro Set Remix! Join me. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to giv...

This week, I discuss building decks around legendary creatures that have a reputation or the stigma of being that deck. I look at why people might feel the way they do, with examples from outside Magic. We finish up with some of the reasons it's OK to build whatever decks you want. As long as there's consistent and honest communication to back up your intended/desired experience. Welcome to anothe...

We kick off this week's show with a couple wholesome MtG stories as I relate a recent FNM experience to my younger playing days. Then, we get into the best cards that Arabian Nights had to offer and how they influence the Commander card pool. It's easy to demonstrate, with cards from Arabian Nights, that Commander's card pool isn't getting smaller, it's just shifting to a different type of card. W...

This week is a little bit of a follow up and a catch up on a couple topic ideas I've had but couldn't stretch into their own episodes. Come hear my thoughts on a new way to analyze the best cards in sets from the past and a few other things on Episode 172. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give...

This week on CadPop, I got deep on what changes I might want to make to my newest deck and how I want myself, the person, and myself, the deck builder, to influence the metas that I play in. A true expansion of thought as we make our way through the episode. Do not miss this one! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the peopl...

This week, on Commander ad Populum, I discuss my Commander New Years resolutions. From what a resolution or goal means to me, to playing more, to improving at my craft. Join me and listen. Then, chime in on socials! Let me know what you have panned for 2022. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to gi...

This week, I sit down with long-time friend of the show, active community member and graveyard aficionado, Chris von Doom. Join us! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics, hit me up on Twitter @CadPopCast . Make sure to check out the CadPop Community Spotlight...

When have you ever gotten salty? Do you think it was warranted, now that you've calmed down and reflected on the situation? Was it just a bad beat? Was it actually your fault? This week, on Commander ad Populum, I go deep on all things salt. Join me on my learning journey from a recent salty situation of my own. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the peo...

It's the start of the holiday season and many of us are preparing to get together with family and friends. This week, I look at the ways that I like to celebrate with my family, friends, playgroups and local game store. How do you celebrate? Where to you gather? What do you eat and drink? Let me know! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the...

This week, I delve into a listener email that reminded me that Magic helps us with many things. From recovering after a life-changing event, to parenting, to staying positive. Sometimes, we just need a reminder. Magic the Gathering is our reminder. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your...

This week, I look back on all the triumphs that were MtG Las Vegas from November 2021! In addition, I get into a few criticisms that I had with the event and what I would like to see be done better at future gatherings. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics,...

We conclude Tarkir Block this week with the Dragons of Tarkir set retrospective. This set had a bunch of cards for one of my personal, and longest standing, decks. Check them all out with me. It'll make your Animar, Soul of Elements deck better, I promise! Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give...

This week, on CadPopCast, we continue our journey through Khans of Tarkir Block, with the Fate Reforged set retrospective. With a couple really good legendary creatures, dragons, hidden gems and another shot at cracking fetch lands in boosters, it was a good time to play Magic and Commander. Join me to hear all about it. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander fo...

Commander ad Populum returns to the set retrospective this week with Khans of Tarkir! It's been a good long while since our last set retro and Khans of Tarkir doesn't dissapoint!  Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics, hit me up on Twitter @CadPopCast . Make...

What does it mean to get 'better' at Commander? Does that mean winning more games? Building better decks? Having more fun? Join me this week as I explore not only what it means to get good, but also three very important, and easy, ways to do so. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. If you'd like to give me your th...

We all have our own comfort zones. This week, I use Magic, and Commander, to help demonstrate how we all can assess a given situation and its risk factors. In doing so, we can grow our comfort zones, or become brave enough to go outside of them for the sake of moving towards a new normal.  Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for...

This week, on CadPopCast, I take a look at another listener email. This one is all about our biggest Magic influences. The people who have shaped us. The ones who made us who we are. The ones we should give thanks to. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people.   If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics,...