Best Shivam Bhatt Podcasts (2025)

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Casual Magic Episode 275 - Gavin Verhey and Commander 53:13

4d ago53:13

53:13

This week I'm joined by Wizards Principle Designer Gavin Verhey to talk about the Commander Format Panel and the recent changes to the ban list! We go into the mechanics of how the panel works and discuss in depth thoughts about the cards. Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver and Archidekt and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for yo…

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SAWLM Episode 58 - March of the Machine part 1 2:08:45

5d ago2:08:45

2:08:45

This week, the boys fling themselves far into the future to talk about March of the Machine, a set so big it requires two episodes! This time we just talk mechanics and commanders, and boy there are a lot of them! Shivam and Wheeler are brought to you by our patrons at patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join them and access two bonus shows as well as ou…

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Dragons of Winter Night: Book 3, Chapter 11 & 12 49:20

9d ago49:20

49:20

While the Sturm and Derek’s feud comes to a boiling point, Tas explores the bizarre architecture of the High Clerist’s Tower. What are all these rooms and gates? Why was it built this way? What secret lies at its long neglected heart? Rest assured Tas will find out! Derek makes a bold claim and an even bolder action. Sturm abandons the Measure. The…

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Casual Magic Episode 274 - Bobbie Christine 1:00:32

11d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

This week we are joined by community superhero and just all around bright light, Bobbie Christine! We talk about bringing inclusion and diversity to Magic events, and about finding our joy in the game. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver, and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support!…

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Casual Magic Episode 273 - Coriander Dickinson 57:42

18d ago57:42

57:42

This week I'm joined by another member of the Loading Ready Run Collective, my dear friend Coriander Dickinson! Cori is delightful and we talk about her path to Victoria and how she got back into making Magic content with the LRR crew. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for you…

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SAWLM Episode 57 - Weatherlight 2:01:40

19d ago2:01:40

2:01:40

This week the boys wrap the Mirage block with Weatherlight, a fascinating little set with some absolute all timers. Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join us for access to our discord as well as TWO bonus shows!

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Casual Magic Episode 272 - Magic Mishamigo 53:51

25d ago53:51

53:51

This week I'm joined by the award winning cosplayer Magic Mishamigo! We talk about the art of craft, the joys of Slimefoot and Fblthp, and transporting costumes around the world! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quivertime, and by my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your continued support.…

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Casual Magic Episode 271 - Mike Carrozza 1:07:45

1M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

This week I'm joined by the host of Are You The Bolcast, Mike Carrozza! We talk about growing up an English speaker in Quebec, and the art of stand up comedy! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quivertime, and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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SAWLM Episode 56 - Visions 2:03:50

1M ago2:03:50

2:03:50

This week the boys hit absolute fire with set 2 of the Mirage Block, Visions! Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join us and get access to our bonus episodes, including the brand new Leftovers show where we talk about the cards we forgot in the main eps!…

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Dragons of Winter Night: Book 3, Chapters 9 & 10 53:08

1M ago53:08

53:08

Tanis and Kitiara get close, real close, and catch up. Kitiara spills the beans on Takhisis’ goals and urges Tanis to join her in fulfilling them. Tanis disappoints everyone with his decision. Meanwhile, Sturm’s elevation to full knighthood drives Derek Crownguard insane and completely shatters whatever semblance of unity the Knights of Solamnia at…

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Casual Magic Episode 270 - Leon Tukker 1:06:50

1M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

This time we're joined by Dutch Magic artist Leon Tukker to talk about his process of world building and using VR to make art! Casual Magic is brought to you by Quivertime and Archidekt and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support.

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Casual Magic Episode 269 - Rhystic Studies Returns 1:06:29

2M ago1:06:29

1:06:29

This week I'm rejoined by my dear friend Magic Man Sam, aka Rhystic Studies, to discuss everything from our friendship to finding art in suprising places. Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver, Archidekt, and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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SAWLM Episode 55 - Mirage 2:15:13

2M ago2:15:13

2:15:13

This week the boys go all the way back to the bottom of Scryfall to delve into Mirage, one of the most beautiful sets of all time. Also the set that caused Shivam to quit Magic forever (the first time around)! Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join us today to get access to bonus content…

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Casual Magic Episode 268 - Sullivan the Monster 45:19

2M ago45:19

45:19

This week we're joined by Magic Tiktok's puppetmaster Sullivan the Monster, to talk about the art and artistry of piloting a card playing puppet! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quiver, and my patrons at Patreon.com/Shivamb.

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Casual Magic Episode 267 - RR Virdi 59:00

2M ago59:00

59:00

This week I'm joined by rising star fantasy author RR Virdi as we discuss his hugely popular debut novel The First Binding, and his magic career! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver and by my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support!

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SAWLM Episode 54 - Aether Revolt 2:18:21

2M ago2:18:21

2:18:21

The boys finish up Kaladesh block with Aether Revolt, and Shivam unloads some more stories about the set and culture behind it! Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join us for discord access, bonus episodes and more!

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Casual Magic Episode 266 - Paul Saunders 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

This week we're joined by the the engine that keeps LoadingReadyRun running, Paul Saunders! We have a great chat about the LRR collective and how he has built a production system to keep all the shows running. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quivertime, and my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb.…

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Dragons of Winter Night: Book 3, Chapters 7 & 8 48:28

2M ago48:28

48:28

Podcast Summary - After the events of the Whitestone Council, Laurana and friends try to decide what their next steps are. Laurana would prefer not to lead but her commitment to her friends overcomes any desires she has to find Tanis. We learn her testimony has cleared Sturm and he will become instituted as a full knight. Laurana will travel to Pal…

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Casual Magic Episode 265 - Cameron Kunzelman 1:02:17

2M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

This week we're joined by journalist, scholar, and professor Cameron Kunzelman to discuss his forthcoming book about Magic the Gathering! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quivertime, and my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support!

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SAWLM Episode 53 - Kaladesh 2:23:19

3M ago2:23:19

2:23:19

This week the boys go to Kaladesh, the land of very mixed emotions and fantastic cards, of aether dreams and racist raceways. Buckle in for storytime, folks! Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join us for a host of bonus episodes and access to our discord!…

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Casual Magic Episode 264 - Frank Karsten 1:19:10

3M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

This week I'm joined by genius statistician and hall of famer Frank Karsten to talk about his career and the complexities of mana math! Very cool conversation with a player I've long wanted to talk to. Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver, Archidekt, and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support!…

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Casual Magic Episode 263 - Anna Margaret 1:00:57

3M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

This week we're joined by the incredibly brilliant and creative scientist and cosplayer Anna Margaret! She was incredibly wholesome and this was a great chat. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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SAWLM Episode 52 - Commander 2011 part 2 2:06:37

3M ago2:06:37

2:06:37

This time the boys complete their survey of Commander 2011 and talk about some of the momentous cards that changed the game forever.

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Casual Magic Episode 262 - Ryan Pancoast 1:01:41

3M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

This week we're joined by the phenomenal Magic artist Ryan Pancoast! We talk about his career and many of his significant paintings. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quivertime, and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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Dragons of Winter Night: Book 3, Chapters 5 & 6 1:13:58

3M ago1:13:58

1:13:58

Shivam provides all the info one could ever want on gnomes and their place, not only in Krynn and D&D, but in the fantasy genre. Fizban and Tasslehoff experience the wonders of Mt. Nevermind, with special attention being given to innermountain transportation. The reader is introduced to Gnosh, the gnome in charge of investigating the dragon orb, an…

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Casual Magic Episode 261 - HeadologyMTG 57:23

3M ago57:23

57:23

This week I'm joined by limited streamer HeadologyMTG to talk about the state of modern limited design, play boosters, and teaching in America! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quivertime and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you all for your support!

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SAWLM Episode 51 - Commander 2011 part 1 1:37:49

3M ago1:37:49

1:37:49

This week the boys tackle one of the most important and game changing sets of all time, Commander 2011! This set launched Commander from a tiny homebrew judge hobby into the driving force of Magic itself. Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/ShivamandWheeler. Join us and unlock a huge trove of bonus content!…

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Casual Magic Episode 260 - Tad Williams 1:10:45

4M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

This week we're joined by world reknowned fantasy author Tad Williams to discuss his new book The Navigator's Children, and what it's like to inhabit characters far from your core personality. Casual Magic is brought to you by Quivertime and Archidekt and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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Casual Magic Episode 259 - Bugs Maytrix 56:59

4M ago56:59

56:59

This week I'm joined by Bugs Maytrix, a filmmaker and internet celebrity who is also just the most delightful person to chat with. We have a lovely conversation about garbage rares and the strange era of commander we live in. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quivertime and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you all for your sup…

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SAWLM Episode 50 - Magic 2010 2:12:42

4M ago2:12:42

2:12:42

The boys start the third season of the show with one of the most important sets in Magic history, Magic 2010! Shivam and Wheeler Love Magic is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/ShivamandWheeler. Join us and unlock a huge trove of bonus content!

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Casual Magic Episode 258 - Gijsbert Hoogendijk 1:03:14

4M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

To start the fifth season of Casual, we're joined by one of the true legends of the judge program, the Dutch master Gijsbert Hoogendijk. He had a huge influence on the early days of commander and competitive magic overall! This was a fascinating chat and I could have listened to his stories for hours. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and…

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Dragons of Winter Night: Book 3, Chapters 3 & 4 48:45

4M ago48:45

48:45

Raistlin wrestles with the Dragon Orb and perhaps wins out. Caramon wrestles with his feelings for Tika and she definitely loses out. We learn that the twins both lost out when Raistlin took the Test of High Sorcery. Lord Gunther of Solamnia is visited by Fizban and Tas. We learn a great deal about Gnomes their relationship with the Knights of Sola…

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