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Commander's Pod
by Commander's Pod
Commander’s Pod is a lively and entertaining podcast where three friends come together to celebrate all things Magic: The Gathering, with a special focus on the Commander (EDH) format. Each episode blends engaging stories from their own games, in-depth discussions on strategies and deck-building, and debates on hot topics in the MTG community. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer to Commander, the hosts provide valuable tips, plenty of laughs, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Tune in for everything from game-changing insights to hilarious tales of triumph and defeat.
Episodes
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Can We Trust WotC?
This week on Commander’s Pod, we're taking a hard look at some controversial decisions coming out of Wizards of the Coast! From the Zeta Set going from limited availability to print-to-order, to Reality Fracture pushing the boundaries of the color pie, to major changes coming to Magic booster…
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Reality Fracture Set Review
This week on Commander’s Pod, we kick things off with some welcome good news as Jeff shares a positive update following last week’s health news. Then it’s time to dive headfirst into Reality Fracture! We break down the set’s mechanics, card treatments, artwork, and how we think it will actually...
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We Don't Agree
This week on Commander’s Pod, we’re taking aim at some of the most commonly repeated “truths” about Commander—the advice, assumptions, and conventional wisdom that everyone seems to repeat—and explaining why we don’t necessarily agree. Are these actually rules to live by, or have Commander…
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Smarter Sorting & Faster Brewing: How AI Tools Help Commander Players
Sorting thousands of bulk cards by hand might finally be a thing of the past. 🤖✨In Episode 122 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff step into the future to explore the incredible ways Artificial Intelligence is transforming the tabletop experience. From machine-learning card scanners and automated...
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Whatever You Do, Don't Do THIS!
What should you NOT do at a Commander table? This week on Commander’s Pod, we’re breaking down the bad habits, questionable decisions, deckbuilding traps, and gameplay mistakes that can cost you games—or just make them a whole lot harder than they need to be. From poor threat assessment and…
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Understanding Brackets 1–4 in EDH: Theory vs. Reality | Ep 120
Just because a website says your deck is a Bracket 2 doesn't mean it plays like one. 📊In Episode 120 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff sit down for a deep dive into one of the most talked-about topics in modern Magic: The Commander Bracket System (1 through 4). We break down the exact…
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Is RED the Most Misunderstood Color in Commander? (ft. Daniel) | Ep. 119
It’s time to embrace the chaos and turn those mountains sideways. 🔥In Episode 119 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff are joined once again by Daniel, our resident red-mana expert! If there is one thing Daniel knows inside and out, it’s how to pilot high-speed, aggro-centric decks that put the…
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The Commander Arms Race: Is Power Creep Ruining the Format? | Ep. 117
Adapt or get left behind. 🏃♂️💨In Episode 117 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff sit down to tackle the rapid evolution of the EDH ecosystem: The Commander Arms Race. It feels like every single set release brings a wave of hyper-efficient cards that force players to continuously upgrade their...
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The Aggro Playbook: High-Speed Strategies to Close Out Pods | Ep. 116
New host alert! 🚨In Episode 116 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff are officially expanding the crew. Help us give a massive welcome to Daniel, who is sitting down at the desk for the very first time!To celebrate his debut, we are throwing him straight into the red zone with a masterclass on a...
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Maxing Out the 99: Is Blinging Out Your Commander Deck Worth It? (Ep. 115)
In Episode 115 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff are diving into the ultimate flex in Magic: The Gathering—"Blinging" out your favorite deck. What drives a player to track down the absolute rarest, fanciest, and most premium printings of a card just to put it in a 99-card deck?This week, Jeff...
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Print to Demand vs. Player Demand: The Current State of MTG | Ep. 114
Let’s talk about the elephant in the local game store. 🐘In Episode 114 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff tackle one of the most critical and debated questions in modern tabletop gaming: Does Wizards of the Coast actually care about what their players want?Lately, the conversation around Magic:...
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Wait... Does That Card Actually Work The Way You Think? | Ep. 113
The layout of the studio might look a little different this week, but the deep dives are just as intense. 🔍In Episode 113 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Jeff hold down the fort to tackle the absolute weirdest corner cases, layers, and hidden interactions in Magic: The Gathering. Our main segment...
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Patron Deck Tech: Upgrading a Listener's Brew! | Commanders Pod Ep. 112
In Episode 112 of Commanders Pod, the full crew—Duncan, Jeff, and Sloan—are teaming up to look at another incredible deck list submitted by one of our Patron subscribers.Today, we are diving deep into the 99 to give our honest opinions on how to optimize this brew. From identifying…
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10 Unforgivable COMMANDER CRIMES (Are You Guilty?) | Ep. 111
Lock your doors and hide your decks—there are criminals at the Commander table. 🕵️♂️In Episode 111 of Commanders Pod, the full crew is back together as Jeff rejoins Duncan and Sloan to lay down the law. This week, we are breaking down the 11 Commander Crimes—the absolute worst legal maneuvers,...
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Big Changes for Commanders Pod: Vegas News & Sloan’s Announcement | Ep 110
What happens in Vegas... ends up on the podcast! 🎰In Episode 110 of Commanders Pod, Duncan is back from an action-packed trip to MagicCon Las Vegas, and he’s bringing all the secrets back with him. While Jeff is still away, Duncan and Sloan sit down to comb through the massive announcements from...
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The SALTIEST Cards in Commander: Are You Playing These? (Ep. 109)
Grab your water, because it’s about to get dehydrated in here. 🧂 In Episode 109 of Commanders Pod, Jeff is still away, leaving Duncan and Sloan to sift through the salt mine of the Commander format. Today, we are breaking down the "Social Contract" and identifying exactly what makes players…
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Patron Deck Tech: Optimizing the Ultimate Goblin Mob | Ep 108
In Episode 108 of Commanders Pod, Duncan and Sloan are heading into the lab to help one of our incredible Patrons optimize a true classic: Krenko, Mob Boss.Krenko is famous for creating an overwhelming board state in seconds, but in a world of board wipes and fast interaction, how do you ensure…
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COMMANDER COURT: Jeff vs. Sloan! (Ep. 107)
Order in the court! ⚖️In Episode 107 of Commanders Pod, we’re trading the playmat for the witness stand. Duncan dons the judge's robes as Jeff and Sloan go head-to-head in our first-ever "Commander Court."The rules are simple: Jeff and Sloan take turns acting as prosecutor and defendant for some…
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The "Direct" Choice: Commanders Pod Ep. 106 SoS: Serialized Cards, Mystical Archives & Set Review
In this episode of Commanders Pod, Duncan, Jeff, and Sloan sit down to dissect the highly anticipated release of Secrets of Strixhaven. As the MTG landscape continues to evolve, we’re looking at whether this return to the plane of Arcavios lives up to the prestige of the original.We break down…
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Commander's Pod Episode 105: Fractured Realities & Hidden Clues
In Episode 105, we break down the latest developments in Secret Lairs and take a closer look at Secrets of Strixhaven, searching for hints that might point to something bigger. Our main focus turns to the upcoming Reality Fracture set, as we speculate on its possible themes and uncover potential...
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Commander’s Pod – Episode 104: The Most Broken Color Pair?
In Episode 104, we tackle one of the spiciest debates in Commander: what is the most broken color pairing in EDH? From raw power to synergy and consistency, we break down the top contenders and make our cases for which duo truly reigns supreme. We also dive into the latest April Pool’s Day Secret...
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Episode 103: Brackets, Blindspots and a New Recruit
In Episode 103, we take a deeper look at how the Commander bracket system could be made more precise, focusing on the key metrics that actually drive deck power but are currently overlooked. From interaction density to combo potential, we explore what’s missing and how the system could better...
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Episode 102: “Turtles, Lairs, and Color Me Confused”
In Episode 102, we dive into the latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles MTG release, discussing the cards, flavor, and what they might mean for Commander tables. We also take a look at the newest Secret Lair offerings, weighing the value and the vibes as only the pod can. Duncan shares his thoughts…
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Episode 101: A Fresh Perspective
In Episode 101, Sloan and Jeff take the reins while Duncan is away, but they’re far from alone at the table. Jeff is joined by his sons Jaden and Paxton, who bring the next generation of Commander players to the pod. The boys share their favorite cards, decks, and strategies, talk about how they...
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Episode 100: On Civility and Conduct
For our landmark 100th episode, we don our finest suits and ties and take a most distinguished approach to one of Commander’s most important topics: etiquette. In proper gentlemanly fashion, we discuss table manners, sportsmanship, threat assessment diplomacy, scooping protocol, and the unwritten...
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Episode 99: Februrary '26 Commander Format Panel Update
In Episode 99, we dig into the newest Dungeons & Dragons Secret Lair drop, breaking down the cards, themes, and overall value for Commander players. Aggro Jeff returns in peak form with one of his most on-point rants yet, bringing the passion where it’s actually warranted. But the centerpiece of...
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Episode 98: If We Ran The Rules Committee
In Episode 98, the pod is without Jeff once again, giving us free rein to explore a big hypothetical: what we would change if we were put in charge of the Commander Rules Committee. We talk philosophy, problem cards, and the ripple effects of rules decisions on real tables. Along the way, we…
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Episode 97: Command Bites 01/29/26
In Episode 97, we’re back with another round of Commander Bites, tackling a wide range of MTG news and updates, including Lorwyn Eclipsed quality control issues, the latest Fallout Secret Lair, first looks and reactions to the Marvel Commander Precons, and Hasbro facing a lawsuit over MTG-related...
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Episode 96: Lorwyn Set Preview
In Episode 96, the pod dives headfirst into Lorwyn Eclipsed, the upcoming return to one of Magic’s most beloved planes. We break down the new and returning mechanics, give our thoughts on the Commander precons, highlight cards that immediately caught our eye, and share our overall impressions of...
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Episode 95: Goblins, Slabs and Pro Tips
In Episode 95, the pod rolls on without Jeff once again, but there’s no shortage of Commander talk as we dig into our Mystery Slab Commanders project, revealing what we’re building, why we’re doing it, and how much chaos it’s already caused. We spotlight a Card of the Day, break down and offer…
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Episode 94: Scrying to 2026
In Episode 94, the crew looks ahead to 2026, sharing their thoughts and predictions on upcoming MTG sets, Commander precons, Secret Lairs, and potential rules changes in the year to come. Aggro Jeff delivers a rant that’s actually earned this time, while the rest of the pod balances the chaos…
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Episode 93: Cleanup Step - 2025 Year in Review
🎙️ Commander’s Pod – Episode 93: “The Big 2025 Year in Review”In 2nd to last episode of the year, we take a sweeping look back at everything Magic: The Gathering brought us in 2025. From powerhouse sets and innovative precons, to surprising rules updates, spicy Secret Lairs, and shifts in…
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Commander’s Pod Episode 92: “Bites, Boons, and One Last Avatar Swoon”
This week we’re back with another round of Command Bites — fast, fun updates and bite-sized commentary from across the world of MTG and EDH. There’s no Aggro Jeff again this week (we assume he’s saving his rage for a future Secret Lair announcement), but the pod still brings the heat. We…
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Commander’s Pod Episode 91: Feast of Thanks, Fury, and White Staples
It’s our Thanksgiving episode, and the table is set for a feast of cardboard gratitude! The hosts dig into what they’re truly thankful for in Magic: The Gathering and EDH — from favorite commanders to beloved mechanics, and even that one friend who always forgets their triggers (but tries so...
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The Podfather Addresses Rumors
The Podfather speaks to a rumored scandal that allegedly occurred at the LGS. #Commander #MTG #EDH #MagicTheGathering #Podfather #killandrewfirst
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Episode 90: Command Bites and a Sacred Tenet Broken
In this episode, the Podfather and Sloan fire through a series of rapid-fire MTG and EDH info bites, each a small news note or update that comes together to paint a bigger picture of what’s happening across the Magic world. We cover quirky discoveries, meta shifts, new tech, and curious rulings —...
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Episode 89: Avatar Set Preview
This week, we dive into the upcoming Avatar MTG set, breaking down the newest card treatments, fresh mechanics, and the cards we’re most excited to sleeve up. From bending elements to bending mana curves, this set looks wild. 🌊🔥🌪️🪨Meanwhile, Aggro Jeff takes a vacation — literally — making…
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Episode 88: Bracket Updates
This week, the team dives into new bracket updates, breaking down the biggest wins and misses in the new guidelines! 🏆We talk gamechangers — cards, plays, and strategies that flipped tables (figuratively… mostly). The Podfather recounts a recent match that spiraled into hundreds of tokens, while...
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Episode 87: Our Current Deck Deployments
This week, we finally don’t talk about Secret Lairs… except to point out that we’re not talking about Secret Lairs. (Progress?) The Podfather, Sloan and Jeff go over their current decks in rotation — what’s hot, what’s spicy, and what’s been getting shuffled up lately. But something’s… off. Jeff...
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Episode 86: New News, Good News and Bad News
This week, the gang dives into the latest headlines from the world of Magic — the good, the bad, and the downright confusing. 💬 For once, Aggro Jeff really is aggro — and you won’t want to miss what’s got him fired up! The Podfather helps sort through the chaos with level-headed insight (and a…
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Episode 85: “Secret Scare Superdrop Breakdown”
This week, The Podfather and Jeff dive headfirst into the Secret Scare Superdrop! 👻💀 We break down every card, comparing its price to the closest matching printing we could find — none of that “just any version” nonsense you’ll hear elsewhere. Because when it comes to real values, we do our...
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Episode 84: New Sets, New Secret Lairs and More!
Episode 84 of Commander’s Pod finds Sloan and the Podfather flying duo once again, fresh from the whirlwind of Magicon Atlanta 2025. They unpack the convention’s headline reveals, including the full slate of next year’s Magic: The Gathering releases and a surprise pair of October Secret Lair...
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Episode 83: What is Wrong with Edh?
In Episode 83 of Commander’s Pod, the crew takes a hard look at what’s wrong with EDH today—and how we as players can fix it. From rising prices and product fatigue to gameplay concerns and community frustrations, nothing is off the table as we break down the biggest pain points in the format....
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Episode 82: Spider-Man Set Preview
In Episode 82 of Commander’s Pod, the crew dives into a preview of the upcoming Spider-Man set, breaking down the brand-new mechanics, the return of some old favorites, and spotlighting a few standout cards—including the already infamous Soul Stone. Aggro Jeff makes his return in classic form,...
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Episode 81: EDH Strategies, Tips & Tricks
In Episode 81 of Commander’s Pod, the crew dives into some of their favorite EDH strategies, tips, and tricks, offering practical advice and clever plays for every kind of deck. A hilarious Tales from the Table shows that sometimes the funniest move isn’t always the smartest—but it still makes…
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Episode 80: Fun With Commander, and at Jeff's Expense
In episode 80, we are once again Jeffless, but that doesn't stop Sloan and the Podfather from making jokes at his expense. We also talk about event ideas you can do with Commander, but that is beside the point. We have a Tales From The Table, and Jeff is the butt of the joke here as well. We…
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Episode 79: Ranking the Current Precons
In this episode of Commander’s Pod, the crew takes a hard look at the standard-legal precons, ranking them from weakest to strongest and debating which ones offer the best value and gameplay out of the box. Aggro Jeff is back in fiery form, this time going off on the skyrocketing price of sets…
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Episode 78: Our Top Green Upgrades for Precons
In this week’s episode of Commander’s Pod, Duncan, Sloan, and Jeff reveal their top green cards for upgrading precons, showcasing the best budget-friendly staples that add consistency, ramp, and power to any deck. But things take a twist as Jeff ditches his usual Aggro persona for “Emo Jeff,”...
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Episode 77: Commander as a Resource- Has the Format Gone Too Far?
With Sloan out this week, Duncan and Jeff dive deep into the “commander as a resource” philosophy, asking whether the format has shifted too far toward commanders that are the deck’s entire engine. We also look at the surprising drought of new Commander products on the horizon, wondering what…
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Commander’s Pod Episode 76: Less Cards, More Problems & The First Infinity Stone
With Jeff out this week, Duncan and Sloan dive into some increasingly **concerning trends in EDH product releases**—are we getting more stuff but **less EDH content**? They tackle the question head-on: *Are recent sets giving us fewer cards?* Plus, Magic reveals its **first Infinity Stone** in…
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Commander’s Pod is a lively and entertaining podcast where three friends come together to celebrate all things Magic: The Gathering, with a special focus on the Commander (EDH) format. Each episode blends engaging stories from their own games, in-depth discussions on strategies and deck-building, and debates on hot topics in the MTG community. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer to Commander, the hosts provide valuable tips, plenty of laughs, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Tune in for everything from game-changing insights to hilarious tales of triumph and defeat.
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