Commander ad Populum

Today, I discuss my experience after contracting Covid-19. More than anyone in my MtG community knows, they helped me. Now that I've recovered, I'd like to raise awareness that your MtG community, online or otherwise, can be a foundation for strength, confidence and comradery.   Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. Today we talk all about Innistrad! This set was one of the most innovative sets from the last ten years. It's top-down design had it all. Classic horror tropes. Interesting mechanics. Rad art. And, most importantly, a ton of Commander staples!  If you'd like to give me your tho...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! This week's community decklist: https://archidekt.com/decks/785187#50_Shades_of_Black Big thank you to sponsors of the CadPop Deck Techs, Fusion Gaming Online! Find them here: fusiongamingonline.com This week's deck is another Patreon submission. I love featuring the Pateon community's decks as they represent all the categ...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. Today we talk all about the impact of Commander 2011. The first Commander specific product that brought with it the first five preconstructed decks. The legendary creatures, the abilities, the accessibility, the culture change. It's all happening on Episode 124 of Commander ad...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, I sit down with the gentlemen from the British-based YouTube channel, Affinity for Commander. You can find them here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqn4OJ_PWch4-VbF0zdRnAQ And on Twitter, here: https://twitter.com/ForCommander If you'd like to give me your though...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! This week's deck is another Patreon submission. I love featuring the Pateon community's decks as they represent all the categories I like to feature. The new player looking to build their Commander experience. The intermediate player, looking to refine and edge, within the game. And, the long-time, advance player looking t...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, I sit down with the gentlemen from the British-based YouTube channel, Affinity for Commander. You can find them here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqn4OJ_PWch4-VbF0zdRnAQ And on Twitter, here: https://twitter.com/ForCommander If you'd like to give me your though...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week's set retrospective is New Phyrexia. One of my favorite sets of all time! 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 on Twitter as well. It has the social media tags...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! This week's deck: https://www.archidekt.com/decks/288656#Dr._Wurm Big thank you to new sponsors of the CadPop Deck Techs, Fusion Gaming Online! Find them here: fusiongamingonline.com This week's deck is another Patreon submission. I love featuring the Pateon community's decks as they represent all the categories I like to...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. In today's Community section, I tackle a listener submission on goal setting, both in Magic and real life, and some of the obstacles you'll have to overcome to achieve what it is you want.  This week's set retrospective is Mirrodin Besieged. A set that has a ton more to offer t...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week's set retrospective, all about Scars of Mirrodin. Abilities, legendary creatures, cards and all of their impact on Magic the Gathering. 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 Commun...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! This week's deck: https://tappedout.net/mtg-decks/gaakball/ Big thank you to new sponsors of the CadPop Deck Techs, Fusion Gaming Online! Find them here: fusiongamingonline.com This week's deck is another Patreon submission. I love featuring the Pateon community's decks as they represent all the categories I like to featur...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week's community section covers a listeners plan to buy a booster pack from every set release and gift them all to his son when he grows into Magic playing age. An instant collection for the son. A trip down memory lane for the dad! This week's set retrospective, all about...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, I do a full retrospective on every From the Vault product from 2008 to 2017. A unique product that paved the way for future premium box sets and set the tone for many topics still discussed today. If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics, hit me up on...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! Now, officially on YouTube! Head over and check things out. There're decktechs, altered-art card tutorials and the first episodes of Commander ad Populum remastered with less cringe-worthy audio! So, I hear you like mana: https://archidekt.com/decks/925545#I_heard_you_like_mana... Big thank you to new sponsors of the CadPo...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, I am once again joined by Ken Baumann of Stacked EDH! As we conclude our conversation on this, that and everything, we draw on experiences from within MtG and how they have helped us, in the real world. If you'd like to find out more, check out: http://www.kenbaumann...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, I am joined by Ken Baumann of Stacked EDH! In this first of a two-parter, we discuss his beginnings in acting, YouTube and Magic. We touch on personal struggles and how Magic, with an emphasis on Commander has helped him, in life. If you'd like to find out more, chec...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! Big thank you to new sponsors of the CadPop Deck Techs, Fusion Gaming Online! Find them here: fusiongamingonline.com This week's deck is another Patreon submission. I love featuring the Pateon community's decks as they represent all the categories I like to feature. The new player looking to build their Commander experienc...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, we conclude the original Zendikar Block with Rise of the Eldrazi! The set that brought us the Eldrazi titans and changed the game forever! 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 Co...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, it's all about Worldwake. It was the second set in the original Zendikar block and featured many Commander-playable cards. Two of which are considered among the most powerful cards to ever be printed into the Standard format. And a certain planeswalker that is consid...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! Now, officially on YouTube! Head over and check things out. There're decktechs, altered-art card tutorials and the first episodes of Commander ad Populum remastered with less cringe-worthy audio! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixbbuMC0kltGwyyKDPXTww Big thank you to new sponsors of the CadPop Deck Techs, Fusion Gaming O...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week, it's all about Zendikar.  The abilities. The cards. The Priceless Treasures. Zendikar had an undeniable impact on Magic! Join me to recount some of the ways it was one of Magic's most important sets ever. If you'd like to give me your thoughts on today's topics, hit...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week's Community Section expands on my automotive industry analogy, from last week. I dive deep into how similar the two hobby industries actually are. Both have evolved over the years to include all manner of people. From old school muscle cars to the most cutting edge Fo...

Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Populum. Commander for the people, by the people, for the people. This week's Community Section focuses on the year that was 2020. We had a ton of new products! Some great, format changing classics. Some, not so much. Was there too many? Join me to recap and hear about my thoughts on product/wallet fatigue. If you'd like to give me your thoug...

Welcome to another deck tech for the people, by the people, for the people! Now, officially on YouTube! Head over and check things out. There're decktechs, altered art card tutorials and the first episodes of Commander ad Populum remastered with less cringe-worthy audio! Big thank you to new sponsors of the CadPop Deck Techs, Fusion Gaming Online! Find them here: fusiongamingonline.com This week's...