Best Simic Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 179: Universes Beyond 4x4 w/ Macbethious! 1:44:30

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This week, MacB joins us in the PDH Pod studios as we build some decks using commander only ever printed in Universes Beyond products. There is a surprisingly large number of potential commanders out there for Pauper Commander. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Check out Alk's SMBS streams HERE…

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Dirty Laundry 1:27:50

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Alain and JB talk kind of about jewelry but get, of course, completely derailed and start spilling all of their own private dirty laundry. JB cries in one bit, so if that’s your idea of fun, you can listen to this mess. Listen, at least we're back! Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and…

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Episode 178: ATLA Set Review - Cardbending at its FINEST! 1:50:52

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This week, tournament winner, MIZU, stops by The PDH Pod studios to talk about all the sweet commons and ucommons from the various Avatar the Last Airbender sets we're getting. There are some sweet toys in this set for Pauper Commander, so buckle up! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE…

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Episode 177: cPDH Quadrimesterly Update #6 w/Scarecrow! 1:46:12

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This week, longtime friend of the show, and competitive Pauper Commander TOURNAMENT WINNER, Scarecrow, joins the gang to talk about all the recent happenings in cPDH. From tournament results to data-driven deck decisions, Scarecrow covers it all. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Follow Scarecrow HERE And get al…

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Episode 176: PDH Deckbuilding - Blueprints Optional 1:27:51

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This week, the crew takes on the historied Magic: The Gathering deckbuilding technique of using templates to dictate what goes in a deck, what doesn't go in a deck, and how much of whatever do you actually need... or don't need. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Check out Scooby and Bobby's decks HERE & HERE…

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Episode 175: Oops! All Gretchens! or... How I stopped Worrying About Having No Friends and Learned to Love SIMIC! 1:26:44

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This week, it's a SIMIC TAKEOVER of The PDH Pod studios! HELP! No, wait. Don't help; just listen. Listen to all the beautiful, combo-riffic Gretchen Tichwillow talk from the masters of this PDH powerhouse. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Check out Lobbert's Gretchen deck HERECheck out Puzzle & Xylrlrl's deck H…

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Episode 174: Do You Have A Type? 1:37:01

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This week, 2/3rds of the crew take on a patron suggestion by talking the various ways to approach and build typal decks in Pauper Commander! Birds, angels, and even mono black... Elves?? Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE

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Episode 173: Aura Flex 1:21:00

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This week, Brad and Liam spend some time talking about the past, present, and future aspects of Magic: The Gathering that keep us coming back for more! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Play some Saturday Morning PDH HERE

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Episode 172: Novel Solutions to Old Problems w/Derek! 1:29:10

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This week, the most Professional of all Humans, Derek, joins the crew to talk about some of the ways we, as PDH brewers, can solve age-old deck-building problems with new approaches and methodologies. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Follow Derek HERE

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Episode 171: 4x4 Voltron Reprisal w/ Von Schiller! 2:01:07

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This week, we harken back to episode 11 to revisit our very first 3x3, VOLTRON, but this time as a 4x4 with VonSchiller! What Pauper Commander deckbuilding skills have we learned in our 3 years of podcasting...? Eh... not much. We're still up to the same old nonsense. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE…

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Dream Weaver Feat., Linda Hoj 1:04:38

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Alain talks with friend to the pod, Linda Hoj! Linda is one of his favorite independent designers/jewelers of all time, a dear friend, and an endless source of admiration. We talk about creativity in the time of A.I., the pressure to produce, and mastering your craft for the sake of... mastering your craft. This is actually about jewelry, believe i…

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Episode 170: Double Pauperdy w/ Clay! 1:15:55

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It's time for MTG TRIVIA! Strap those thinking caps and see if you can outsmart these Pauper Commander smarty pants! Good luck! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Check out all of Clay's hard work HERE

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Episode 169: Thwip! Spiderman Set(s) Review! 1:44:21

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This week, we travel to yet another Universe Beyond to talk about a handful of new commons and uncommons from the upcoming Spidey Sets. How good will these be for Pauper Commander, and are there any PDH commanders the crew is really excited about!? Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Watch the Saturday Serial Stre…

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The Hegelian Dialectic Feat., Jennifer Gandia 1:23:03

3M ago1:23:03

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Alain talks with friend to the pod, Jennifer Gandia of Greenwich St. Jewelers, about jewelry? Maybe... we definitely cover TikTok, misinformation, antique jewelry, theories of revolution, and the inevitable fall of capitalism. This is a jewelry podcast, I promise! Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut can…

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Episode 168: Lobbert Speaks; Bad Commanders that are Good! 1:37:41

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This week, we are joined in the studio by the one and only Lobbert to discuss some PDH commanders that are bad, when you read them, but actually pretty decent when you play them! It might a little hard work, but finding that obscure powerhouse might be easier than you think. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Fol…

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Episode 167: 4x4 EOE Spacecraft w/Daxx! 1:21:53

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We're back from our lightyear (two week)-long journey around the Multiverse to bring you some amazing (maybe not so amazing) Spacecraft decks for Pauper Commander from Edge of Eternities with Daxx! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Donate to our 12-hour PDH stream HERE…

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Talented, Brilliant, Incredible, Amazing... 1:39:23

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Emili, and Alain talk to the one and only Dana Bronfman about many things, none of which are coherent or consistent... that sounds familiar. I think this episode is about Jewelry. Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to support the show. Follow us: IG: https://www.instag…

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Episode 165: 3x3 Mean Girls TAKEOVER! 1:01:04

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The MEAN GIRLS of PDH are here, and they've taken over the PDH Pod studios! Help! Or don't and just have a listen to a trio of baddies talk about Pauper Commander while Brad, Dave, and Liam take a week off. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE

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Episode 164: The Almost Playables 2:24:23

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This week, the crew fixes all the mistakes WotC has made since FIRE design, and even some from before then. We're taking a pile of unplayable commons and uncommons and making them highly effective additions to the Pauper Commander format! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE…

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Episode 163: Pet Cards and Why We Love Them w/ BeachBod! 2:07:16

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This week, BeachBod Adam joins the crew to talk about all of our favorite pet cards for Pauper Commander and why we will never stop playing them! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE

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Episode 162: 3x3 Signposts w/ Macbethious! 1:53:20

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It's time for another 3x3, but this time we let the Patrons choose the archetype! Thankfully, all the votes for a full Gretchen 3x3 were banned, and we got to go with any signpost uncommon from any Magic: The Gathering set as long as the deck included as many cards from that set as possible. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Talk to…

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Episode 161: To the Edge of Eternity and Beyond! EOE Set Review 2:06:40

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This week, 2/3s of the crew talks about all the sweet new cards for Pauper Commander that CAME FROM OUTER SPACE with our Edge of Eternity set review! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE

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“Take summer jobs, fixed term contracts, or project based engagements and just figure out what’s your direction during that time when you have less responsibilities” – Milo Simic’s dynamic career path 28:08

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In this episode, Milo reflects on his education in meteorology and geology, emphasizes the importance of nature protection in everything we do, shares how volunteering in the brand ambassador program shaped him into the brand ambassador lead for Serbia, and much more.By NCR Voyix

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Get it Together, Mary! 58:01

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Today, JB, Emili, and Alain talk about many things, none of which are coherent or consistent. I think this episode is about burnout, or general malaise, or living in the end times while producing luxury goods... let's find out! Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to sup…

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Episode 160: Quadrimesterly cPDH Update V -- the V is for SouthLakeVibes! 1:40:06

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This week, we've got another first-time guest and cPDH pillar, SouthLakeVibes, on the show to help us navigate the current competitive Pauper Commander meta and what the format looks like going forward. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak the the show HERE Follow the show HERE Check out cPDH.vibes content HERE…

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Episode 159: Building Your First PDH Commander! w/ BobbyBFine 1:16:17

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Now that we've taught you how to choose your first PHD commander, we're going to teach you how to build around it! This week, BobbyBFine join Dave & Liam to talk about the ins and outs of having fun while building your very first Pauper Commander deck. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE…

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The World is Ending... Let's Shop 50:29

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Today, JB, Emili, and Alain talk about retail. Yes, you heard us! The West is collapsing into a fascist dystopia, but we thought we should talk about jewelry retail instead. Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to support the show. Follow us: IG: https://www.instagram.co…

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Episode 158: 3x3 Beef Stompy w/Hive Cryptid! 1:36:26

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This week, Hive joins Dave and Brad, for their first visit to The PDH Pod studio, to talk about some decks from the most straightforward, sideways-turniest, red-zone-smashingiest archetype there is -- STOMPY! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE…

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Episode 157: Choosy Players Choose PDH! 1:27:01

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With nearly 5,000 uncommon creatures to choose from, how does a Magic: The Gathering player choose the right one the helm their very first Pauper Commander deck? This week, the crew dives deep into this very topic with suggestions and advice on how, when, and where to start your PDH journey! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow …

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The Style Issue ( As if Anyone Cares ) 51:14

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It's Still Pride month, baby! Today, JB, Emili and Alain talk about all the styles, all the fashions. It's the style issue, and nobody should care what we have to say on this, but here we are. Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to support the show. Follow us: IG: https…

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Episode 156: A (cPDH) League of Their Own! 1:35:21

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In this episode, we dive into a new community initiative starting in Iowa: the Wanderer’s PDH League. Ginger, one of the organizers, shares his background with MTG and other card games before discussing how he fell in love with PDH and founded the ongoing event. In its pilot year, the Wanderer’s League currently has three participating stores (with…

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Episode 155: The Terrible 3's! Happy Pod Day! 1:09:36

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This week marks the 3rd anniversary of The PDH Pod. And, to show you listeners how gratefully we are for your support, we're rewarding with an hour of discord chaos, directly from The PDH Pod discord server. Apologies and enjoy! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE…

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Lies, Deceits, Falsehoods, and the Homosexual Agenda 1:06:24

6M ago1:06:24

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HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! Today, JB and Alain talk about Lies, Liars, Lying, and letting sleeping dogs lie. We all love this business, but it's also deeply riddled with bullshit, and we will mention it all! Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to support the show. Follow us: IG…

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Episode 154: Final Fantasy Set Review! 2:28:09

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Buckle up, BUSTER! This week, the crew dives into the best commons and uncommons from the new Final Fantasy set! There are a ton of sweet cards for Pauper Commander, so we'll see which ones make the cut. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE

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Episode 153: 4x4 +1 Counters w/Infamous Fridge! 1:40:05

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We are continuing our 4x4 deck building series this week with a strategy we haven't done yet, surprisingly, and that's +1/+1 counters! The one and only Infamous Fridge joins us in the studio to bring his unique flavor of Pauper Commander brewing to table to show us that walls, indeed, can hold counters very well. Socials Support the show HERE Email…

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"My most favorite thing is finding talent - I surround myself with talented people" -Jeremy Thacker's growth journey at NCR Voyix 34:31

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In this episode, Jeremy Thacker, our Regional Vice President of Service Delivery, shares how his early passion for IT was sparked, how frequent moves influenced his approach to friendships and offers valuable advice for young people on building financial stability, along with other inspiring insights.…

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Prehistoric Erections 1:15:12

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We are joined by the talented, verbose, and horny dinophile, Joseph Ramsay! Yes, I said what I said. Also, if you subscribe to the substack, you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to support the show. Follow us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/rough_cut_podcast/ Substack: https://roughcutpodcast.substack.…

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Episode 152: Play. Magic. Faster. 1:19:33

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This week, Mr. BobbyB-NotDracV-Fine joins most of the crew in the studio to talk about how to play a faster game of Pauper Commander. And no, the answer isn't to play nothing but aggro decks, Liam! From table etiquette to understanding an agile board state, there are many things a player can do get to game two (while not making the entire table mis…

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Episode 151: Formidable Foes, Fallen 1:50:38

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This week, we're looking back on some of the most infamous PDH commanders of yesteryear. Where are they now? If you have any information leading to the discovery of these once-titanic meta-movers, please contact The PDH Pod! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Follow the show HERE Get in on some cPDH action HERE…

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SPECIAL: Ozone: How to Solve an Environmental Crisis (re-release) 2:19:13

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Marking 40 years since the discovery of the ozone hole, this award-winning audiomentary revisits how scientists and policymakers united to address one of the most pressing environmental crises before climate change. Explore the journey from alarming discovery to global action that led to the healing of our planet's protective shield. 🎧 Winner of th…

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Always Here for the Revolution 1:08:31

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Shame! Feel it!By Rough Cut

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Episode 150: PALS10 - A Celebration! 1:44:42

7M ago1:44:42

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If you thought that the tenth iteration of The PDH Pals being guests on the show was going to be anything less than absolute chaos, then you don't know The Pals. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Talk to the show HERE Watch the Pals HERE

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Episode 149: 3x3 Discard (It's a Zero Sum game) 1:24:39

7M ago1:24:39

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This week, we've got another 3x3 deck-building episode for you, this time talking about the most fun (/s) decks to play against in any Magic: The Gathering format -- DISCARD DECKS! How will the crew make Pauper Commander Discard decks? Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Talk to the show HERE Find all of our 3x3 d…

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"You have to be the driver of your own career" - and other great advice from Oscar Garduno 42:17

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Oscar discusses the power of being proactive in your career by seizing opportunities and taking action. He shares how successfully managing an internship program paved his way to becoming a manager.By NCR Voyix

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Episode 148: Spicy Jalapeno Salt! 1:45:26

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This week, Bernie, from Jalapeno Pauper, joins us for story time! We reflect on some of the most shameful, embarrassing, and enraging moments in our personal Magic: The Gathering history! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE We're on Bluesky now! Follow us HERE Follow the Jalapeno Paupers HERE…

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Episode 147: Why Are You Doing What You Are Doing? 1:27:30

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We've got a Patron-suggested topic this week, so we've asked Derek, from the PDH RC, to come on over and talk about what roles each Magic: The Gathering archetype plays at the table. Whether its 60-card formats or Pauper Commander, each type of deck has unique advantages that make it worthy of a win. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HER…

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Divination... Well, Predictions 1:29:04

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We summon the stars; we conjure the moon and commune with the eldest and wisest celestials... to give you a few random thoughts and predictions. This is still a jewelry show, right?By Rough Cut

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Episode 146: Stages of the Game w/BeachBod God! 1:45:10

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This week, we take a new approach to the competitive Pauper Commander metagame and philosophy behind the different stages of the game: the early game, the mid game, and the late game. Adam, BeachBod God, brings his wit and expertise aboard to help navigate these oft nebulous waters. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show …

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Episode 145: Tarkir Dragonstorm Set Review! 2:11:45

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Return to Tarkir, but now with 100% more DRAGONS! And you better hold on those bad boys, because Liam is coming for all of them! This week, the crew goes over the sweet new commons and uncommons for Pauper Commander from Tarkir Dragonstorm! Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Play some compe…

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Episode 144: SanctuaryPDH & the cPDH Meta w/ The Daxx & Bobby Show! 1:36:08

8M ago1:36:08

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This week, we're getting updates from every direction! First, we learn about some big happenings over at SanctuaryPDH, then we get the skinny on the Competitve Pauper Commander meta from the men who live it. Socials Support the show HERE Email the show HERE Follow the show HERE Speak to the show HERE Watch Daxx HERE Play some cPDH HERE…