Welcome to Casual Magic, a show about rediscovering the fun parts of Magic the Gathering. Each week we feature guests from in and around the MTG community and discuss our lives through the lens of Magic, and the joys we discover in this game. It's not Magic without The Gathering!
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Shivam Bhatt Podcasts
Shivam Bhatt and Ben Wheeler absolutely love Magic: The Gathering, and in this podcast they go through the history of the game set by set, examining each one through the lens of Commander. Join us as two old grognards in the back of the LGS pick up forgotten and beloved cards from the ancient days and reminisce about how awesome our game is!
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Join Jonathon Howard and Shivam Bhatt as they explore the world of Dragonlance - Book by Book
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Hello everyone to the English Club, I am Shivam from Aldie, Virginia. I am a 4th grader. I am bilingual. In my day to day life I learn lots of things about English from my parents, friends, teacher and books. I want to start a podcast on my learning and how I learn English and I would like to share this wealth of knowledge with others. This podcast will interest anyone that likes English, history, and culture. The podcast will have three sections, first some novelty words that are very inter ...
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Kat Bailey, Nadia Oxford, and Eric Van Allen explore Final Fantasy, Skyrim, and all the best in the wonderful world of role-playing video games! Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/bloodgodpod
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This week I'm joined by games industry legend Stan! to talk about his time working on D&D and Pokemon, and what Wizards was like when Hasbro bought them! Stan! and I have been friends for decades now, back when he was a Dragonlance designer and I was just a fanboy, and I consider him to be one of my mentors and inspirations. He also does an amazing…
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Final Fantasy x Magic: the Gathering Primer w/ Shivam Bhatt
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It's time to duel! The Final Fantasy Magic: The Gathering set is here and the hosts have been ripping packs and building decks. Kat, Nadia, and Eric are joined by special guest Shivam Bhatt to dive into the deep cuts, the flavor, the art, and everything about this landmark moment in FF and MtG history. Also, it's me; I'm the FFXIII guy who knows wh…
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2025's Best RPGs So Far, What To Look Forward To
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We're halfway through 2025 and if we were only judging years by the quality of their RPGs this would be a pretty good one! By every other metric; it sure is a year! This week Kat, Nadia, and Eric are recapping the RPG standouts of the year so far and predicting what hits we still have on the horizon! Tune in to live recordings of the show every Sat…
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Casual Magic 281 - Kat Bailey and Final Fantasy
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This week games journalist extraordinaire Kat Bailey returns to discuss her novice journey into becoming a Magic fanatic, and how great the Final Fantasy set is! 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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This week the boys delve into the deep dark past of Magic and explore the strangest new player experience ever, Portal! 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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Bonus: New Xbox Handheld, Persona 4 Revival, and Showcase Reax
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Editor's Note: While we opted to cover this showcase, we would be remiss if we didn't once again highlight the ongoing Xbox boycott A Persona 4 remake! An Xbox handheld! Some actual RPGs! But no Fable? Kat and Nadia react to the Xbox Showcase and speculate on what's in store in 2026. Tune in to live recordings of the show every Saturday morning at …
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Casual Magic Episode 280 - Ken from One More Mana
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This week I'm joined by Ken of One More Mana to discuss his entry into the game (through highway traffic??) and the Mana Squad's approach to the game! 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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Switch 2 Impressions, State of Play and SGF Recap
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This episode is a Podcast Key Card™. To download the episode, an internet connection and enough free space in your Nintendo Switch 2 system memory or microSD Express card are required. Once the episode is downloaded, you’re ready to play! Kat and Nadia recap their Switch 2 experience so far, what RPGs to look forward to in the Switch 2's future, an…
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Casual Magic Episode 279 - Andrew Mangrini
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This week I'm joined by my dear friend and cube enthusiast Andrew Mangrini to talk about community, cubing, cool art we've collected, and just general friendship vibes. Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quivertime, and my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you all for your support!
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Elden Ring: Nightreign Review, SGF Predictions w/ Mitchell Saltzman
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FromSoftware's multiplayer Elden Ring experience is here and we're here to figure out exactly what it even is. Kat, Nadia, Eric, and special guest Mitchell Saltzman discuss this divisive new addition to Elden Ring and more on this week's Axe of the Blood God! Tune in to live recordings of the show every Saturday morning at https://www.twitch.tv/blo…
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SAWLM Episode 60 - March of the Machine Aftermath
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This time the boys wrap up the March of the Machine story with a stub of a set full of really interesting and fun designs, and because there are only 50 cards, we hit them all! Shivam and Wheeler is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/shivamandwheeler. Join us today to access our discord and our seemingly infinite supply of bonus episodes!…
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Dragons of Winter Night: Book 3, Chapter 13, 14, & The Funeral
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Here we are at the end of Dragons of Winter Night and Season 2 of the podcast. In these chapters the Knights of Solamnia hold off the dragon armies for a day, Sturm sacrifices his life to save the lives of those he loves. Laurana and Tas use the dragon orb and dragonlances to defeat the dragon armies. Laurana and Kitiara meet. It does not go well. …
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Casual Magic Episode 278 - Kate Elliott
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This week I'm joined by acclaimed fantasy author Kate Elliott to talk about Nicol Bolas, Ugin, and her new novel The Witch Roads! This is a fantastic talk which covers morality, spirituality, the spark of creativity, and more. Casual Magic is brought to you by Quivertime and Archidekt and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.…
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Console RPG Quest: Switch - Definitive Edition, Fantasy Life i
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The Nintendo Switch™ Family of Video Gaming Entertainment Consoles is dead. Long live the Nintendo Switch 2™ Family of Video Gaming Entertainment Consoles. Kat, Nadia, and Eric deliver the final judgement on the Switch's contributions to the RPG landscape. From Pokemon's bumpy road to Fire Emblem's revival to Square's blunderbuss, it's all here in …
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Casual Magic Episode 277 - CallieMTG
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This week we're joined by Callie Shae, aka MagicNewGirl, to talk about our shared trip to the Aetherdrift PPR and her experience as a new player in Magic! I accidentally forgot to upload the audio file last time, so enjoy the double show! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quivertime and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.…
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This week we welcome Magic artist Justine Jones to discuss her style and career! 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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The Future of Kingdom Hearts, Giant Bomb's Return w/ Mike Minotti
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You're getting 'Norted! And you're getting 'Norted! And YOU'RE getting 'Norted! Xakt, Dianxa, Ixerc, and special guest Kexim are here to discuss the old adage; "When Nomura closes one door, he opens another with a very large key" Missing Link's cancellation and Kingdom Hearts IV's new screenshots have stirred up conversation and Giant Bomb's own KH…
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SAWLM Episode 59 - March of the Machine part 2
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This week the boys conclude their trip through the epic mess of March of the Machine, and make a case for why more players should use battles! Shivam and Wheeler is brought to you by our patrons at Patreon.com/shivamandwheeler! Join us today to get access to our discord and countless hours of extra episodes!…
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No Expedition 33 Mini-Map Isn't a Bad Thing, FF + MtG Reax, and Sakura Wars 2 in English
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The maps are mini but the discourse is maxi! Kat, Nadia, and Victor embrace their cartographical spirit this week as they discuss the pros and cons of the mini-map; Does EVERY game need them? Do NO games need them? At what point should you meet the game's systems where they are and adapt? Find out on this week's disorientingly good episode of Axe o…
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Casual Magic Episode 275 - Gavin Verhey and Commander
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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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Are Games Too Expensive, The Collapse of Games Media
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The rent is too damn high! Hey, it's rough out there. But as development costs climb, retail prices skyrocket, and the institutional knowledge of decades of journalism slips out from under us due to corporate greed, Kat, Nadia, and Eric are at least here to explain what this means for the future of RPGs! Tune in to live recordings of the show every…
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SAWLM Episode 58 - March of the Machine part 1
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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
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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
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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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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review w/Kenneth Shepard
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Sacre Bleu! Incroyable! Tabarnak! We get to say all these words and more on this week's episode of Axe of the Blood God, which is about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Special guest Kenneth Shepard joins Kat, Nadia, and Eric (they're together again!) on this quest to ask this Paintress lady what her whole deal is. Also in this episode: Stop right ther…
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Casual Magic Episode 273 - Coriander Dickinson
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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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The Lunar Remastered Review, Switch 2 Updates w/ Lucas White
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How many licks DOES it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop? Eric, Nadia, and special guest Lucas White won't find out in the Lunar: Remastered Collection but they'll sure discuss localization choices like it. Find out if the new re-release does justice to these cult classics of the 32-bit era. Tune in to live recordings of the show every Sat…
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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
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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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