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The Masters of Modern

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Previously "The Masters of Modern" The MMCast is your weekly insight into the various Magic: the Gathering formats, with hosts Alex Kessler, Ben Bateman and Michael Grothe. We break down all aspects of the game, from deck archetypes to new releases, deck techs and predictions!

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Amulet Titan and the Undead Decks of Modern 03.11.2018 50:46

MMCast 194: Amulet Titan and the Undead Decks of Modern - Alex and Ben discuss the return of Amulet Titan at the top tables and the other decks in moderns history that have survived bannings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rise of Arclight Phoenix and The Winner and Losers of GRN in Modern 29.10.2018 1:05:36

MMCast 193: The Rise of Arclight Phoenix in Modern - Alex returns to the podcast to discuss his favorite new card Arclight Phoenix, as well as several other awesome decks that have popped up in modern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashlen Rose returns to chat Card Kingdom's 'The Chalice' Tournament, Tron and More! 22.10.2018 41:06

The Masters of Modern Podcast 192: Ashlen Rose returns to chat Card Kingdom's 'The Chalice' Tournament, Tron and More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's the Best Card in GRN? Guilds of Ravnica Set Review Pt. 2 12.10.2018 1:05:22

MMCast 191: Guilds of Ravnica Set Review Part 2: Alex and Ben break down the best cards in Guilds of Ravnica Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's the Best Card in GRN? Guilds of Ravnica Set Review Pt. 1 04.10.2018 43:27

MMCast 190: Guilds of Ravnica Set Review Part 1: Alex and Ben break down the best cards in Guilds of Ravnica Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is 6 Pro tours a Win for Magic the Gathering? Predicting Magic in 2020 21.09.2018 59:12

The Masters of Modern Podcast 189: Reuben Bresler returns to the show to discuss the future of MTG and whether or not it's going to be in a better place in 2020. We talk pro play, online presence, finance and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EXCLUSIVE Guilds of Ravnica Spoiler Episode: EPIC NEW CREATURE Knight of Autumn! 14.09.2018 49:34

Ben and Alex preview their brand new spoiler card for Guilds of Ravnica, Knight of Autumn. It's an exciting card with major uses in the modern format. Be sure to like, subscribe and comment below! Also, the show is viable as a full audio podcast weekly wherever podcasts can be found! @BenBatemanMedia @KessWylie @Dudardd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The History of Control Decks in Modern 08.09.2018 42:41

Ben is joined by Magic veteran Reuben Bresler to discuss the history of control decks in modern and the rise of blue white control as a tier 1 deck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Magic The Gathering Survive The Counterfeit Epidemic? 31.08.2018 49:48

Alex and Ben break down the concern of counterfeits and their overwhelming effect on Magic the Gathering and it's secondary economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ancient Stirrings Survives The Ban Announcement & The Art of Chaos Drafting 24.08.2018 46:27

Ben and Alex return from Grand Prix Los Angeles to discuss the total lack of modern banning this week and to break down the art of chaos drafting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top Ten Blue/Red Cards in Modern 17.08.2018 1:21:30

Ben and Alex return to the top ten series, counting down each of their top ten blue/red cards in modern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro Tour 25th Anniversary Recap & Drafting Beta at GenCon 10.08.2018 55:28

Ben and Alex recap the top modern decks from the Pro Tour and Michael Grothe returns to the show to discuss is epic qualification for the Beta draft at Gencon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Gavin Verhey accidentally designed modern, EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 26.07.2018 56:17

Ben sits down with senior Magic designer Gavin Verhey to discuss the creation of the modern format and how Gavin unknowingly contributed to it's inception before working at WOTC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking Down The Challenger Decks & Discussing Them For Modern 19.07.2018 1:06:40

Alex is joined by returning guest Michael Grothe to discuss the standard challenger decks and to ponder whether or not modern could have the same product available in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stoneforge Mystic is STILL BANNED & Ancient Stirrings Isn't 05.07.2018 51:29

Ben and Kessler return to discuss the impact of this weeks banning announcement or lack thereof. With no immediate changes to the modern format they discuss when Stoneforge will be unbanned and what cards could be on the cutting room floor come the next modern PT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

M19 Set Review & Exclusive Battle Bosses Spoiler 29.06.2018 1:08:03

Alex & Ben give their full set review for M19 and discuss the exclusive spoiler for KessCo's upcoming new game Battle Bosses! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

M19 EXCLUSIVE SPOILER, GP Vegas Wrap Up & Introducing TheMMCast on Youtube 21.06.2018 50:53

Ben returns from GP Vegas to join Alex for our MMCast M19 spoiler, break down his tournament experience and The Masters of Modern introduce video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GP Vegas Preview & Modern's Summer 2018 Tier 1 Decks 12.06.2018 59:20

Alex and Ben break down the state of modern in summer 2018, and talk about the best decks for GP Vegas this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MTG Arena Update & Commander Cards in Modern? 02.06.2018 49:57

The Masters of Modern are joined by The Command Zone's own Craig Blanchette & return guest Michael Grothe to discuss the newest MTG Arena updates, as well as the possibility of adding supplemental product releases into the modern format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exclusive BattleBond Preview Card & Mono Blue Prison 23.05.2018 45:53

Ben and Michael Grothe premiere the newest MMCast preview card provided for free by Wizards of the Coast! They also discuss Mono Blue Prison is modern & the newly announced Guilds of Ravnica. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dominaria Set Review for Modern 03.05.2018 1:35:44

Ben and Alex double down and do their full Dominaria set review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GP Hartford Recap & Landless Decks in Modern 24.04.2018 46:21

Ben is joined by Michael Grothe to break down GP Hartford and talk about landless combo strategies in the format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dominaria Preview: SKIRK PROSPECTOR, a Goblin reprint for Modern 09.04.2018 44:24

Ben and Alex discuss the ins and outs of their exclusive Dominaria spoiler card, and all its glory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Thalia the Legendary 2 Drop White Has Been Missing? 07.04.2018 43:14

Ben and Alex discuss the infamous cycle of 2 drop creatures in magic's history as well as ponder the iconic 1 drops and 3 drops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top 8 Phoenix Interview with Michael Hughes 30.03.2018 1:05:36

Alex Interviews GP Phoenix Top 8 Player Michael Hughes About His R/G Eldrazi Deck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices