MTG Commander Smiths Podcast

Episode 395:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re back... and it’s another Malört-fueled adventure! 🥃💀 We hit our raffle goal last week, so buckle up — things might get a little wild. This week we’re diving deep into the Secret Lair Superdrop coming at the end of October, plus giving an early look at the upcoming PlayStation crossover Secret Lair! 🎮🔥 We’ll go through all the...

Episode 394:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re diving into the spooky side of Magic this week with a full breakdown of the Secret Scare Superdrop 👻🕷️ From creepy new art, to wild crossovers (Jaws, Iron Maiden, The Office mashups, and more), to value adds like the rainbow foil Cryptic Command bonus — we’re covering it all. We’ll talk about what excites us, what feels a little...

Episode 393:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ It’s time to talk Universes Beyond! 🌌 This week we’re diving into how UB is going so far — do we like it, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how Wizards could improve going forward. We’ll also share the franchises and crossovers we’d love to see next. If you’ve had strong opinions about Secret Lairs, Warhammer, Final Fantasy, Fallout, or...

Episode 392:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re going full Spidey this week! 🕷️🕸️ We’re counting down our Top 10 Commanders from the brand-new Spider-Man set AND our Top 10 Cards overall for Commander! Expect some spicy picks, a few debates, and of course... plenty of laughs as we each pick our Fav 5 in classic CommanderSmiths style. If you’re hyped for this set or just looking...

Episode 391:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re swinging into the Spider-Verse Secret Lair Superdrop! 🕷️💥 Wizards dropped a whole batch of Spidey-themed goodies and we’re breaking down every single drop. Not only are we looking at the art and reprints... but we’re also adding a brand-new feature—grading each drop overall. Don’t worry, the break point numbers are still here, bu...

🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ 🎨 We’re diving into the world of art! We each bring our Fav 5 arts in Magic: The Gathering to the table, highlighting the pieces that stuck with us, blew our minds, or just plain made us say “wow.” From iconic classics to modern masterpieces, we’re celebrating the visuals that make Magic more than just a game... it’s art you can play with.   The Com...

🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re shining a light on the hidden gems of Commander — the underused and underplayed cards that deserve way more love than they get. 💎 Sometimes the strongest tech flies under the radar, and we’re pulling together a list of cards that could make a huge impact in your decks but rarely see the table. Expect a mix of spicy utility, clever synergies, a...

🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re tackling one of the spiciest topics in Commander… the most overused cards in the format. 💥 You know the ones — the staples that show up in almost every deck. But are they really must-plays... or are we just leaning on them out of habit? We’re breaking down which cards we think are everywhere, why they’re so popular, and when you might want to...

Episode 387:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 This week we’re going deep into Magic’s most infamous vault — the Reserved List. 💎 We’re talking about which cards we wish could be reprinted, why they deserve another shot at seeing play, and what changes it could bring to Commander and the wider MTG community. Expect some nostalgia, a little wishful thinking, and maybe even a dash of “i...

Episode 386:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re talking about the state of planeswalkers! 🧙‍♂️ Since March of the Machine and the big "fall of planeswalkers," Wizards has scaled back how many we see… but lately the ones we do get are way more powerful. We're breaking down how this shift impacts Commander... the pros, the cons... and if we think planeswalkers are finally in a good...

Episode 385:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 The Commander Smiths have a full plate show today. First we go over the surprise Chaos Vault Secret Lair that popped up today with Crucible of Worlds Galaxy Foil involved. We also go over another round of the Basic Land Tournament. We’re diving into Edge of Eternities with our classic Fav 5-style Top 10! 💥 Each of us is breaking down our...

Episode 384:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re finally back! After a 3-week break, we're live again and diving into Edge of Eternities! ✨ This week we’re breaking down the two Commander Precon decks from the new set. We’ll go over the reprints, all the spicy new cards, and ask the big question: Are these decks worth the price? 💰 Then, we’ll show you how to pimp them out—both on...

🎉 Welcome to the FIRST episode of Magic Password! 🤫🔑 Think you know Magic: The Gathering? Time to prove it! Magic Password is our brand-new, fast-paced MTG trivia showdown where teams go head-to-head guessing secret Magic words using only one-word clues. It's chaotic... it's fun... and it’ll put your Magic brain to the test! 🧠💥   🚨 LIVE 🚨 Episode Here https://youtu.be/PqpLA7BvZ_c   🔥 How t...

Episode 383:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re doing it. The long-awaited Basic Land Tournament is finally here! 💥 16 styles enter... only 1 basic will reign supreme. We’re breaking it all down—voting, arguing, and probably losing friendships over Forests vs. Islands. PLUS—surprise drop! We got hit with a Sonic the Hedgehog Secret Lair spoiler out of nowhere, and yep… we’ve got...

Episode 382:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We're wrapping up our Core Cards for Commander series with a banger episode covering all the color pairings! 💥 From Azorius to Gruul to Orzhov and beyond... we're diving into the best staples and sneaky picks for every two-color combo in Commander. Whether you're just starting a new brew or upgrading an old favorite... we’ve got cards you...

Episode 381:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re keeping the Core Cards series rolling... and this week we’re going full Black Magic 🖤💀 From card draw to graveyard recursion to downright dirty removal, we’re talking all the must-have black cards for your Commander decks. Whether you're draining the table or raising an undead army, these are the tools that make black a powerhouse...

Episode 380:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 The Commander Smiths talk about their favorite cards in Core Cards for Commander Red edition. We also quick talk about the fiasco of the Final Fantasy Secret Lair and we end with a Stump the Smith Savant. How ever you want to say it. Enjoy! CCC Red: Lowery Descent into Avernus  https://scryfall.com/card/clb/169/descent-into-avernus Sazacap...

Episode 379:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We're diving headfirst into the brand-new Final Fantasy set! 💥 Whether you're a fan of the games or just here for the cardboard, we've got you covered. We're doing our classic Fav 5-style Top 10 for the commanders in the set... plus calling out our favorite new cards for Commander play in general. Tons of fun picks, spicy brews, and yeah....

Episode 378:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re diving headfirst into the full Secret Lair Summer Superdrop 2025 — including that sweet Final Fantasy collab we talked about a couple weeks ago! 🧙‍♂️🎮💥 We’re breaking it all down: 🔥 What’s hot 🤷‍♂️ What’s meh 💰 And which ones are actually worth your cash! From insane reprints to gorgeous new art, we’re calling out the highli...

Episode 377:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re diving into the Final Fantasy Commander precons! 💥 We’re breaking down the brand-new cards we’re hyped about, pointing out the reprints worth grabbing, and—of course—giving you both budget 💸 and unlimited 💰 upgrade paths to take these decks to the next level. Whether you’re a FF fan, a Commander junkie, or just here for the spicy...

Episode 376:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We're diving into the world of proxies... which cards are worth proxying, when you should start thinking about it, and why we do it ourselves. Whether you're looking to save some cash, protect your expensive stuff, or just test things out before buying, we've got tips and our favorite proxy picks to help you out. It's time to proxy like a...

Episode 375:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re chatting about what actually got unbanned, what was added to the Game Changer list, and what got the boot. We’ve had a little time to play with the changes, so we’re giving our early thoughts on what feels great... and what still needs some help. Come hang out as we break it all down and see where things are heading! 💸 Support the C...

Episode 374:  🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re digging into not one... but TWO major Secret Lair releases — the Everyone’s Invited Commander Deck and the Ultimate Pencil Superdrop — both dropping Monday, May 12th! We break down what’s in the deck, the five new Secret Lair drops (including some wild raised foil options), and tackle the big question: Are these new price points actu...

Episode 373:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ This week we're diving into the new Commander Game Changer List—Wizards' attempt at helping players better define power levels by limiting how many powerful cards, or "game changers," you can have in each deck. But... did they miss some cards that probably should be on that list? We're talking through some of the biggest, most impactful...

Episode 372:  🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️   This week we’re takin’ a break from all things Magic and having some fun with the Best TV Show Opening Theme Song Tournament! 🎶📺 From cartoon bangers to old-school jams and everything in between, we’re throwin’ them in a bracket and battling it out to find the GOAT of theme songs. Come hang, vibe with the nostalgia, and yell at us w...