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On this episode, Maria and Meghan walk you through the best deck in Ikoria: Jeskai Lukka (feat. Yorion)! But if that’s not your jam (or your jelly) don’t worry – they’ll also give you tons of other fun options for decks to play that are lurking just below the surface and can still get those wins on the ladder. PLUS: find out what fun decks you can draft in this format that...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk Standard! There’s tons of new decks thanks to the release of Ikoria and our hosts highlight all of the best (and why they’re the best), some of the worst, and – most importantly – some sweet, sweet spicy fun decks. Find out what you should be playing on the ladder! PLUS: Learn about holding your breath under water, how to play Bogles i...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan stop playing Arena for one gosh darn second to record this podcast and talk about Ikoria Limited! Whether it’s draft or sealed, these ladies LOVE the new format! …Seriously, send help – they cannot stop playing. Find out what they think the best Draft and Sealed strategies are (level up your game!) and what busted decks they’ve built since...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome very special guest (and friend of the show) Judge Rob to talk about Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths! Rob walks you through all the tricky new mechanics (is Mutate the most complicated mechanic ever printed?! Find out!), new cards, and strange card interactions that might come up during your prerelease on Arena, MTGO or in-person (in a socially safe way!) with sp...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan show off their EXCLUSIVE preview cards (yes, that’s right, they’ve got TWO!) for Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths! They sure hope you like unicorns (!!) PLUS: a look at all the wild stuff that’s going on in Ikoria as our intrepid hosts sift through the best of the best of the newly previewed cards from Magic’s upcoming set. BONUS: Maria lives her...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan put on their prediction hats and try to guess what’s coming up in Magic’s newest set: Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths! Will they guess literally *any* of the 12 keyword counters correctly? How about what the mechanic “mutate” does?! Soon, we’ll all find out! PLUS: It’s AMA time as our hosts dip into the GLH5 Mailbag and answer questio...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan continue to practice social distancing & let you know about a METRIC TON of new ways to play Magic the Gathering while you aren’t gathering much of anywhere, with anyone. Wizards of the Coast and Channel Fireball have a boat load of new ways to keep you entertained while you *don’t* entertain the idea of going outside. Your intrepid, inside-loving...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan record remotely because they are practicing social distancing due to COVID-19 (and you should, too!) Find out how they’re doing (mentally, physically and emotionally) amid one of the strangest times our world has seen, at least in recent memory. Undeterred by the scary stuff happening around the globe, your hosts share their favorite Brawl decks on Arena (bt...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan make the best decks in Standard sit down in time out and think about what they’ve done – as they explore lots of super-fun Tier 2-Tier 100 decks that make jumping back onto the ladder a gas. Sick and tired of ramping? They’ve got a cure! Wish you could just smash face? They have decks for that! PLUS: Questions from listeners, Meghan shows off som...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome very special guest Amateur Pro Greg back to the show to talk about his recent big win: taking down a Pioneer PTQ! Would you believe he did it while playing Pioneer for the FIRST. TIME. EVER?! Well, he did. He’s just that good! Greg will talk about how he took down the tournament and help everyone understand how paper qualifications work in the new Ma...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan take a moment to critically review Magic and its new commitment to esports. What changes have we seen? Have they been effective? What does being an “esport” mean for the future of the game? And, most importantly, is it working? PLUS: Unsanctioned drops this Friday and our hosts take a look at their favorite cards, Meghan gives a Storytime wrap-up of th...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan are joined by very special guest and Resident Tall Guy, Marshall Sutcliffe! You might know him from his podcast Limited Resources or his work as a play-by-play commentator on coverage. Or, again, just from being quite tall. Our three hosts walk us through the recent World Championship and give us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to put together a high-lev...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan record live from Honolulu, Hawaii ahead of the Magic the Gathering World Championship! Get all the info you’ll need before the big event ($1,000,000 is on the line, people!) including deck predictions, who our hosts think will win the whole thing, and speculation about Theros Beyond Death draft. LET YE BE WARNED: this episode was recorded on fully jet-lagged...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan take their first deep dive into the new format of Pioneer! They’ll take a look at the top decks from this past weekend’s first EVER Players Tour events and find out what made Top 8 and what went down in flames. Did the format get broken already? It might have! PLUS: Meghan regales us with a spidery tale from Greek mythology and Super Fight hits the sta...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan dive into Theros Beyond Death Standard! What new decks are out there? What’s exiting and fun to play and isn’t just a pile of the best cards that are legal right now?! Find out! PLUS: Meghan regales us with another Greek Mythology Storytime, Flavor Text Theatre hits FM Radio near you, and Maria can’t get enough enchantments. Become a Patron Today...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share stories from their Theros Beyond Death prereleases! Were their pools broken or bad? Busted or barfy? Big time or big…piles of garbage? Find out! PLUS: Meghan weaves tales of the Theros underworld in Storytime with Meghan, Flavor Text Theatre announces Movie Pitches, and Maria admits to a very embarrassing musical crush. Become a Patron Today!  http://w...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome very special guest (and knowledgeable Magic Man) Judge Rob back onto the podcast! Judge Rob will answer all your questions about tricky new cards, card interactions and new mechanics from Theros Beyond Death. Wonder how auras work when they return from the graveyard? You’re not alone (and the answer will probably surprise you)! How about that new car...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan climb aboard the hype train for Theros Beyond Death previews! Come hang out as they chat about their favorite new cards from Magic’s newest set as they get released. PLUS: Storytime with Meghan opens the book on Greek mythology and how it’s inspired several new cards in the set. I mean, c’mon, have YOU ever swallowed a stone you thought was a bab...

On this episode, Meghan is joined by very special guest Dumpster Santa (thank you, Patrons!) to celebrate the end of the year and take a look at the brand new Theros Beyond Death preview cards! Come hang out as your favorite podcast hosts give their first impressions of some sweet new rares set to change the face of Magic in 2020. PLUS: goals for the new year – both personal and for the game...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan give out their famous Chrimby Awards to the Best of the Best (and the Worst of the Worst) this year in Magic! Which card will win Best Flavor Text? How about Best Art? Best Elk? Or Best Set of the Year?! Find out! This is a holiday spectacular you don’t want to miss! Especially if you’re driving to grandma’s house and you have about an hour or so...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get hyped for next month’s new set: Theros Beyond Death! Our intrepid hosts watch the new trailer for the set right alongside you, gentle listener, and give you their first impressions. They’ll also reveal all the new and returning mechanics and take a peek at some pretty darn exciting preview cards! PLUS: Magic gets its first MMO (more trailer watchin...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan go behind-the-scenes of Mythic Championship VII! They let you in on all the best decks (and which were their favorites), which players are heading (or staying) in the Magic Pro League, which are joining (or dropping down) into the Rivals League and how you can win a trip to see the World Championship in Hawaii! PLUS: Our hosts do a year-end AUA (“Ask Us Anyt...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk all about power creep! Find out what it is, why Magic players constantly talk about it, discuss if it’s been getting out of hand in recent years, and what designers can potentially do about keeping it under control. PLUS: Mythic Championship VII happens this weekend and it’s for (pretty much) all the marbles. Who will stay in the MPL? Who will tak...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan give thanks for all the things they love in Magic. What are the top five things you’re most thankful for in MTG ahead of turkey day? Let us know! PLUS: A look at Standard post-bans – what decks are rising to the top? Which ones are our intrepid hosts battling with on Arena? AND: Flavor Text Theatre enters the ring for a Superfight! Become a Patron Toda...

On this episode, Maria and Meghan make predictions about what Standard will be like after the banning of Oko, Thief of Crowns, Once Upon a Time and Veil of Summer. What cool new decks would they brew? What awesome cards might rise to the top?! Find out! PLUS: Magic story takes a turn for the terrible in the new War of the Spark book (yes, Maria and Meghan do some dramatic readings) and wonder: is...