Commander ad Populum

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,...

This week, on CadPopCast, I cover a listener's email about a father and soon duo who are new to Magic. Having a mentor to help guide you is important for new players. Probably, the most important thing as the mentor has a vested interest in the new player's experience. Ultimately, player experience is the most important part of the whole game. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander a...

This week, on Commander ad Populum, I theorize the difference between how fast your deck can win games, versus how fast your deck actually wins games. There's a difference and it can be adjusted to make for a better experience for everyone. 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 thought...

This week, I talk about the stigma around playing, and playing against, mono-blue decks in Commander. Why don't some people like it? What are some of the strategies. How to make it fun for everyone. 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...

This week, we dive back into the History of Commander with the Commander 2013 set retrospective! We're going deep on the products as a whole, it's legendary creatures and what the product meant for the format. We even spend some time on how this particular Commander product effected eternal formats and shaped how cards are designed, today. Welcome to another very special episode of Commander ad Po...

This week, I recount a game that I had at FNM. The game reminded me that it's important to identify a plan when playing Commander. A plan that you can lean on, adjust on the fly, and eventually ride to victory over the course of a deck's lifecycle. Additionally, I flex my creative muscle and theorize what types of basic lands are all about me, in my day to day life. It was a fun exercise that I en...

If you're feeling fatigued by the never ending stream of new products that have come out, and that are continuing to come out, this week on CadPopCast is the week for you! I give some ideas on how best to spend your hard earned dollars, if not on sealed product. I round out the episode with some feedback from previous episodes and relate MtG, and Commander specifically, to some real-world touch po...