Flavor Profiles, A Magic: The Gathering Podcast

Welcome to Episode 20! With 19 prior conversations about food, we've accumulated some leftovers perfect for Composting, so pull up a chair to chat about some of our favorite flavors found in the graveyard. We promise, it's not TOO smelly. Let us know what your favorite things to dig up from the yard are on Twitter -- @flavorprofiles_ And don't forget to check out Flavor Profiles swag o...

Matt & Nat give their first "Flavor Review" for the latest Magic: The Gathering set, Outlaws of Thunder Junction with a hardy "Yee Haw!" This extra long episode touches on the Magic Story for OTJ, favorite cards, precons, and a bit of the Pre-Release experience. If your trigger finger is itching to sling some outlaw spells, you do NOT want to miss this episode! Don't fo...

Coming off two weeks of illness between Matt & Nat, what better topic to delve into this week that Poison Counters! We go through all the infectious and toxic flavors that deeply cleanse your palette whether you want it or not. Be sure to let us know your thoughts on Poison in Magic: The Gathering in the comments and on Twitter @flavorprofiles_ If you're in the San Francisco Area, be sure...

Hot off the trail of some Outlaws, Matt & Nat use the super-surprise ending to the Outlaws of Thunder Junction story to talk about the Superfriends we made along the way. That's right, we're exploring Planeswalkers in all their forms and formats. This is definitely an episode you do not want to miss! Let us know on Twitter what you thought, and who your favorites are - @flavorprofiles_

This week on Flavor Profiles, we're talking Kindred - a deck made up of family and friends covering the entirety of the flavor hex. Matt & Nat talk through some favorites builds, cards, and contemplate kindred building challenges. This episode is pure chaos in the best way, a board state rapidly populated with all your favorites. Stay tuned at the end for a VERY SPECIAL announcement for fa...

Matt & Nat attempt a deep-dive into all things counters in Magic, and there are A LOT to pick from. Continuing from the half-life of Rad Counters with the release of MTGxFALLOUT this past weekend, they pick some favorites - old and new. Pardon the static, we're still a little radioactive from hanging out with Mothman all weekend

Matt & Nat recap their time at Magic Con Chicago, and share their favorite flavors -- from food to preview panels. Let us know what Magic Events you plan to attend this year, or share a memory from your time in Chicago if you made it out.

Today is the day, Flavor Profiles drops three free preview cards provided by Wizards of the Coast for the upcoming Magic: The Gathering, Universes Beyond release of Fallout. We don't want to spoil the surprise of the cards in the description, but take a listen for the reveals, our thoughts, and some of the Fallout lore tied to them. We're really excited to share these with you all. For the...

Matt and Nat bring up a topic that is rarely discussed at the table -- Politics. That is unless you're at a gaming table. Join them as they go through some of their favorite ploys for survival and teamwork when play Magic: The Gathering. Also find our where we will be with the coming 2024 con season!

Matt & Nat continue their exploration of archetype flavors, and their slices of the color pie. This week the focus is on Nat's favorite: Mill. Come on into the Kitchen while they grind out plans for the next few weeks in Magic Cons, and find out where to catch them in Denver and Chicago! Let us know on our socials what archetypes you want to hear next -- and if you have a unique take on a...

Matt & Nat leave the mic on after Episode 9 to discuss thoughts and theories on what's to come in Magic this year. The first in a recurring series of bonus outtake episodes where you can hang out in the kitchen with us!

Matt & Nat start a journey around the Flavor Hex from our early episodes to talk about popular archetypes in Magic. To kick it off, after a long week off to deal with snow on our end, we're bringing the BURN to kickstart the thaw. So grab a cozy blanket, a hot beverage, and enjoy the toasty vibes this week.

The weather outside might not be too frightful this winter, but despite the cold there is something about frozen foods on a cozy day. Join Matt & Nat as they discuss Snow in Magic -- not quite mechanic, but maybe a nice base for deck recipes if you add your favorite flavors to the mix. Perfect for your morning commute! Find us on Twitter @flavorprofiles_ and let us know what you want to hear i...

Nat puts Matt in the hot seat to gin-up some cozy takes on 2023 in Magic, and set the table for what's to come in 2024. An extra-long episode perfect for easing back into the daily grind. If you're interested in joining in on any of our exciting plans for Magic Con: Chicago from the episode, reach out to us via Twitter @flavorprofiles_

Matt & Nat delve into that holiday tradition of White Elephant Gift Exchanges, and their manifestation in Magic -- the Group Hug Deck. We talk about some popular builds, infamous decks, and come up with some wild ideas. Stay tuned to the end for a hint of things to come in our end of the year special, and ideas for the new year! New Episodes will be coming out on Wednesdays

Matt & Nat continue their holiday explorations of Magic Flavor tackling two dreaded statements spotted around Christmas: "Some Assembly Required," and "Batteries Not Included." Through a MELD-ing of minds, they tackle some double-sized creatures, and touch on more hand-CRAFT-ed items that will fit nicely in a stocking.

Matt & Nat get into the Holiday Spirit compiling a WUBRG + 1 Fruitcake made of favorite cards from 2023 in Magic. Cards with longevity in multiple formats, full of spice, and maybe a little nutty when they hit the board. We also talk about what's to come for the end of the year on Flavor Profiles.

Episode 3 is an enchanting smorgasbord of, well, enchantments! Matt and Nat look at the three layer dip of enchantment spells from Play to Player to Game level effects. In the spirit of Thanksgiving this episode is stuffed to the brim with cards that can up the flavor in all aspects of your game.

Join your hosts, Matt & Nat, as they continue their exploration of flavor in Magic: The Gathering, and the tasty cards that fit the profile. In this episode we look at the etiquette of Generous Gifts as we explore ways to balance flavor through removal. Stick around for the first Flavor Questionnaire answered by Matt!

Join your hosts, Matt & Nat, as they talk about the flavor hex of Magic: The Gathering, and some cards it inspires. Stick around for the first Flavor Questionnaire answered by Nat!

Welcome to the preview episode of Flavor Profiles with Matt and Nat. Meet your hosts, and get a little taste of what's to come in this Magic: The Gathering podcast.