EDHRECast

Modern Horizons is on the horizon! Which new cards will have the biggest impact on the EDH format, and which will become the most popular according to EDHREC? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

It’s a MagicFest recap! The guys meet for the first time in person at MagicFest Kansas City to discuss new trends in EDH, overload on BBQ, and play approximately one bazillion games of Magic. Tune in to hear about rad listeners and their super original decks, not to mention the crazy moments from some absolutely wild games. Thanks to all the listeners who met up with the crew in KC - this one’s fo...

Mono-colored decks can get a bad reputation, with fewer card options and no other colors to shore up their weaknesses. But what about those abilities that incentivize mono-colored decks? What cards get more powerful with fewer colors? Join us for a deep dive into the awesome benefits and hidden gems of single-color strategies! Check out our guest appearance on The Hive Mind: https://youtu.be/ObAcS...

The Archidekt architect is here! EDHREC has partnered with Archidekt, an awesome new deckbuilding website, so tune in to get some tips, tricks, and find out about awesome upcoming features for both Archidekt and EDHREC! https://archidekt.com/ https://articles.edhrec.com/archidekt-and-edhrec-announce-partnership/ https://articles.edhrec.com/new-edhrec-feature-a-clipboard-for-cards/ Learn more about...

If you’ve ever looked at a legendary creature and thought, “Nah, no way that works in Commander,” this episode is for you! There are tons of legends that, at first glance, don’t seem to work in EDH at all. Then there are the commanders that look like they favor a particular strategy, but may actually lean in a totally different direction. On this week’s cast, Joey, Matt, and Dana delve into those...

Cameron from the LabManiacs has stopped by to give our hapless hosts a brief intro the world of competitive EDH, including how cEDH players use EDHREC! Plenty of the strategical tips involved in cEDH are good lessons for normal EDH as well, so tune in to find out just how maniacal our guest really is! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https:...

An amazing new Boros commander has joined the fray, and Matt, Joey, and Dana each have different takes on how best to construct her deck. From classic Heroic to stormy spellslinging to token-tastic blink shenanigans, our new angel has many potential paths, each more radiant than the last. Which brew will win the battle? Take a listen, and cast your vote! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

WAR! What is it good for? Absolutely everything! Time for part two of the review, where we analyze the new cards from War of the Spark that will have a big impact on the Commander format, and will see the biggest numbers on EDHREC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

Your hosts with the most tackle the War with more. More legends, more bomb support cards, more playable creatures, sure, but mostly? More planeswalkers. And we're gonna talk about most of those planeswalkers. So kick back and tune it to hear how excited Joey is for Liliana, whether Matt can keep telling Dad jokes, and whether Dana sounds like he recorded at the bottom of an empty dumpster because...

The results are in! EDHREC ran a poll that received over 500,000 votes about the most salt-inducing cards in Commander, and renowned Star City Games writer Bennie Smith joins the cast to help interpret that data! Take a listen to find out the most-hated cards in EDH, plus some sage advice from Bennie about the best ways to avoid those salty games! (Also, Joey writes a love letter to Feather.) Lear...

EDH is full of popular staples, from Sol Ring to Cyclonic Rift, and in 99.99% of cases, players are correct to run those in every deck... but what about the 0.01%? On this episode, Joey, Matt, and Dana dive into a list of ever-popular cards and ask the tough questions, trying to find the exceptions that prove the rule. Are there decks that should ever NOT run Sol Ring? Or Cyclonic Rift? Let’s see...

You’ve seen Signature Spellbook - Jace, but now it’s time for Signature Spellbook - Dana, Joey, and Matt, and to discuss which cards best characterize their perspectives on the game, their methods of card evaluation, and their personal journeys through Magic. Which cards are the most personal, important, or unique to you? Join along and put together your own Signature Spellbook! Learn more about y...

Its time for the cohosts to put their money where their mouths are and compare their own personal decklists against EDHREC’s data! This week, the fellas dissect Dana’s Legendary Reki list, delve into Joey’s Necromantic Meren brew, and examine Matt’s Stomp-tastic Mirri deck! Which super popular cards didn’t make the cut, and why? Which cards do Dana, Joey, and Matt challenge against the data? Bette...

This week, Joey, Dana, and Matt concoct a list of wants and wishes for the Commander format. Characters from Magic lore that don't yet have a legendary card, various cycles that aren't yet complete, exciting planes to return to, and more! You'll want to put on your Vorthos hats for this episode, and don't be shy about letting these intrepid podcasters know which characters or cards you'd like to s...

The cast is joined by former Star City Games writer Mark Nestico, known for his satirical articles and sharp wit, for a discussion on power levels in Commander. From powerful cards to powerful decks to powerful players, there’s a whole lot to tackle to keep game night fun and balanced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

Building the deck is one thing, but improving it is a whole different ball game. On this week’s cast, the fellas each walk through their methods for fine-tuning a deck, especially in the wake of new set releases full of awesome new cards. How do you decide which cards deserve a chance, and which ones deserve to be cut? How often do you update your Commander decks? How can a single card choice affe...

WotC’s own Gavin Verhey joins the cast this week! Take a listen as we discuss Gavin’s experience as a game designer, including his favorite sets, favorite cards, and of course, we analyze EDHREC’s data, including ways that WotC uses data to inform their designs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...

It’s a deckbuilding competition this week as Matt, Joey, and Dana each try to build the best Persistent Petitioners deck! Do you prefer Matt’s Esper Control, Joey’s Sultai Self-Mill, or Dana’s Grixis Spellslinging? Take a listen and vote for which brew you think petitioned most persistently! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.co...

Renowned MTG finance expert Jason Alt joins the cast this week to discuss the 75% deckbuilding theory, including his Xantcha, Sleeper Agent deck. Join the crew as they examine the ins and outs of the 75% philosophy, as well as a clever red-black brew that Mindslavers its opponents into total oblivion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https:...

This week, Joey, Matt, and Dana discuss their individual approaches to politics in EDH, including their Top 5 favorite political cards in the format! Take a listen for some tips on "quid-pro-quo" deals, evaluating alliances, and managing your reputation within the game so your political campaign doesn't fall flat on its face. Best of all, it's time for a close look at those cards that look politic...

This week your 3 favorite underlings (Joey, Matt, and Dana) sit down with the Big Boss creator of EDHREC, Donald Miner. Come listen to the origin story from it's humble beginnings all the way to becoming the behemoth of stats we all know and love, as well as tales of what is yet to come. The EDH hipster factor is off the scale on this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

This week your three internet crushes Joey, Matt and Dana talk some Ravnica Allegiance. What are the standouts? Is Smothering Tithe that good? Can Matt keep telling dad jokes? Tune in and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This week on the EDHRECast your friendly neighborhood podcasters take a long, lingering look at Teysa Karlov, three-time legend and all around Orzhov powerhouse. Matt wants to abuse her death triggers, Joey wants to make tokens, and Dana just wants to hang out with her, maybe get some coffee and talk about her cane.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy...

This week on the EDHRECast the prettiest people in podcasting get honest and ring in the new year by taking a hard look in the mirror and at the game they love. Truths are told, axes are ground, and realities addressed. Plus we have cake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

This week on the EDHRECast your favorite EDH podcasters as well as Matt reflect on the year that was, and talk about the year to come, ranging from their plans for Commander going into 201 to what things do they want to challenge themselves with, as well as a challenge for each other. Give it a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https...