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On this episode, Maria and Meghan break down the big Organized Play announcement that rocked the Magic multiverse. How does the new system work? What does it mean for you? When does it start? Your hosts are here with all the answers! PLUS: Kamigawa Neon Dynasty storytime’s penultimate episode — and important questions are asked like, would YOU lick a Picasso? And just how long is Canad...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share Top 5 lists from various Magic players at how to get better at the game. What are some principles to put into practice today that will help you win tomorrow? Maria also whipped up her own Top 5 list and she’ll let you know what’s on it! PLUS: Neon Dynasty storytime with Meghan and a very important discussion about slingshots. Become a GLH5  Patro...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk about the “Stream Heard ‘Round the World” that made waves last week with updates to MTG Arena’s economy. Why was it received so very, very badly? What changes were previewed that made fans the most upset? And what should Wizards of the Coast do differently moving forward? PLUS: Streets of New Capenna hits stores next month (!!) and you...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan recap the total epicness that was the Neon Dynasty Championship! Find out what top decks you should be screen-shotting for the ladder in Alchemy and Historic — as well as weird decks that had great winrates! PLUS: What did this tournament do for Alchemy’s reputation in the wider Magic world? New cards are arriving on Arena THIS week! Take a break from...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan prepare you for this weekend’s Neon Dynasty Championship! They’ll kick it off with a discussion about Magic the Gathering’s newest format: Alchemy. What do we all think about Alchemy now that it’s been out in the world for a little while? What do we think will happen with it in the future? Why does it seem like it’s failing? What Alch...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get you prepped for the upcoming Neon Dynasty Championship with a rundown of the top decks in Historic! Find a deck you might love to battle with on the ladder or just laugh at all the triggers that will surely be headed to the stack in a Golgari Food mirror. PLUS: Maria makes Day 2 of the Arena Open with a sick Sealed deck, Meghan gives us an update on the Neon D...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan do a deep dive into the data behind the win rates of cards in Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! Find out what you should be picking in draft! You’ll learn about the Top 10 Best Cards of any rarity, the best color pairs to draft, and the best commons of each color. PLUS: A discussion of the Alta Fox hedge fund Magic proposition and Meghan shows off her Googling skills...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share their stories from the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty prerelease! Find out what they think about the current draft format and if they’re able to win a single ding dang game! PLUS: Maria shares a poignant Magic Moment with us with some soft jazz on the side and Meghan really knows the names of her spiders. Become a GLH5  Patron   Today! Sign up for the  GLHF No...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome Judge Rob back to the show to break down all the new & tricky rules, mechanics and cards that come along with this week’s release of Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! Make sure you’re ready for your prerelease with all the info you need to play like a pro. PLUS: Cutest and Grossest Card are crowned and your two intrepid hosts enter the UltraPRO Olymp...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk you through the new and returning mechanics from Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! They also look at the hottest new preview cards (including an EXCLUSIVE one of their own!) PLUS: Meghan recaps the latest chapter in the Neon Dynasty story (it’s a thriller, people!) and Maria wonders what it would be like to wear a jellyfish. Become a GLH5  Patron   Today! Sign up...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk about Alchemy nerfs before they are likely rolled out this week. What cards do they think should be changed? And how would they change them? And most importantly: will they be right? ! PLUS: Meghan wraps up her Kamigawa history storytime as we transition back into the present day before set release. And is it confirmed that Maria’s greatest fear is not...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan dive even deeper (is it possible?!) into the backstory of Kamigawa and learn about some really cool characters (and new art…on Sagas?!!!) just recently revealed. PLUS: Are you smarter than an R&D’er? The hosts give you a quiz to see how much you know about the lingo of Magic’s R&D team. BONUS: Maria freaks Meghan out within 4 minutes of t...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan take a journey into the past — of Kamigawa! Find out why so many Magic players love this storied plane and what happened story-wise in the first Kamigawa block. They’ll also look at the Top 20 Most Iconic cards from original Kamigawa block and how they’ve impacted the game (and continue to do so to this day!) Meghan’s also got a Storytime t...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome (??) 2022 with happy, open arms (???) and get their first chance to dish about Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! Hear all about the new cards (including a new planeswalker) and a preview of at least one beloved, returning mechanic. PLUS: Meghan wraps up the Innistrad story – and she has some BEEFS, people! And Maria is here to really bring down your new year,...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan celebrate the year that was 2021 by handing out the most coveted awards in Magic, the Chrimbys. What card will win for Best Art? How about Worst Name? Or Least Missed? Decks are also up for awards — as are the best and worst Magic moments of the year. Come hang out as the year winds down and Maria and Meghan eat the most disgusting Little Debbie snack cakes...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan count down the Top 10 Magical Moments of 2021 – some good, some bad! Say what you like about 2021, it cannot be denied that it sure was one heck of a year for Magic the Gathering. Will  your  favorite moment of the year be included? Listen and find out! Become a GLH5  Patron   Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with  The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet  GLHF Merch Che...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan slam themselves face-first into Magic’s newest format: Alchemy! Or is it AlCHemy? Who can really say for sure? The ladies show you a bunch of cool new decks to try in the format – highlighting some of the best-performing new cards to hit MTG Arena. PLUS: a fun new soup recipe for family holiday gatherings and a Randomizer segment that will really make...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk about the brand new format to hit MTG Arena: Alchemy! What does this new digital-only Standard mean for the future of Magic? What will rebalancing cards mean for the meta? What new cards have already been introduced? And, the most important question: is this all good or bad? The answer to that may just be “yes.” PLUS: highlights from the Innistrad...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get you prepped for this weekend’s Innistrad Championship that’ll be played in Standard and Historic. Find out what decks the players might bring to the table and if  anything can beat the pairing of red and blue in either format. PLUS: a preview of this spring’s new Un-Set: Unfinity! and Maria has one heck of a cold. Become a GLH5  Patron   Toda...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan dive deep into the data that is Crimson Vow draft! Find out where you’re going wrong (or going right) when it comes to making the picks for your 40-card masterpiece. Our hosts tell you what the best commons are, what the best cards are in each archetype, and which rares you should let wheel. PLUS: Meghan fills us in on the current Magic story (spooky bloody...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share their first thoughts of Magic’s newest set: Innistrad: Crimson Vow! It’s a vampire wedding for the ages, but does draft hold up? What about sealed? Hear stories from the pair’s prerelease as well as early Limited data from 17lands. PLUS: Meghan reveals some flavor text she wrote for the set and the gang wonders if vampires continue to grow...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome back Judge Rob to help everyone navigate their Crimson Vow prerelease! Rob’s here to help you understand the new mechanics and tricky new cards found in Magic’s newest set. Even if you’re a veteran of the game, you’re sure to learn something that will help you crush your opponent’s very souls. PLUS: Cutest Card and Grossest Ca...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan take a first look at Magic the Gathering’s newest set: Crimson Vow! Hear all about the new cards and mechanics & see a brand new, exclusive GLHF preview card! PLUS: Meghan updates us all on exactly  what is going on with this vampire wedding on Innistrad and Maria calls Edgar Markov a “soggy raisin.” But honestly, he’s more of a crispy...

On this episode, Maria makes some bold predictions on what type of mechanics, cards and flavor we’re going to see with the upcoming release of Innistrad: Crimson Vow! Will she be shockingly right or terribly, irrevocably wrong? You’ll have to listen to find out – previews start this week! PLUS: Meghan wraps up Storytime on Innistrad with the final chapters of what happens on Magi...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get you all caught up on the Magic Story on Innistrad with the release of Midnight Hunt! Find out what’s been happening on everyone’s favorite spooky plane with all the day/night swapping shenanigans and with self-hating werewolf Arlinn Kord. PLUS: your intrepid hosts play a game of crack-a-pack Trick-or-Treat and a brand new segment is introduced: Scr...