We're all-the-way into the weeds on Modern Horizons 3! Join us for a Commander Precon Premium Edition and a full product review. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fus…

This week, I conclude the process of going through every one of my Commander decks to cut one card in favor of an additional removal spell. This turned into quite a fun little exercise, a cool little learning tool and a quick fix of MTG during a time where I'm not playing a ton. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of…

This week, I begin the process of going through every one of my Commander decks to cut one card in favor of an additional removal spell. In doing so, I'm hoping to keep my decks on the same level as other decks in my meta, post Modern Horizons 3. This was a fun, interesting and challenging experiment. And, one I would recommend, if you feel your de…

We're kicking off Modern Horizons 3! This is the most exciting set of 2024 and man-o-man, does it have some bangers! Join us as we look at every single new legendary creature from Moddy-Ho-Ho-Ho! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com.…

It's "Howl Am I the Bolcast in this Mine?" part two! Michael, Tony, and Sam of The Howling Salt Mine call into the Bolcast to chat again because they can't get enough! The boys of The Howling Salt Mine call in to let Michael and Tony get a story in this time! Michael's harping on a draft of Mental Misplay's Cube and Tony hates when you don't make u…

On May's bonus CCO, we recap CommandFest Vancouver and go deep on Brando's first vacation ever! Additionally, we've got some funny stories and a very important announcement for Las Vegas and Calgary CCO Experiences. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.Fus…

Sitting down and having a bad game of Magic is good for you. Trust me. Come hear my expanded thoughts the matter and lets work through how tough games can have an impact on our real lives. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards…

With the new season, we usher in a new Secret Lair Super Drop. Does this one feel a little different? Do you like it? Do we like it? Or, does it feel cheap? Does it feel low-effort? Does it feel lazy. Come hear what we think. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them her…

This week I give a behind-the-scenes recap on CommandFest Vancouver. From initial set-up to late-night tear-down. The experience was far more work, far more stuff, and far more rewarding than I thought it would be. Come see what it's all about! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with bei…

Over the last few weeks we have been lamenting over all the words on cards. Today, that all changes. Every card in this deck has a one-word name. We have a ton of fun with this one! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5%…

It's The Howling Salt Month! But we started late, so it's spread across May and June so it's "Howl Am I the Bolcast in this Mine?" part one! The boys of The Howling Salt Mine call in to goof about and chat about their Bolas stories and Sam has a gripe with Tony playing a particular, powerful Amonkhet rare. This is a funny one and I know you'll love…

With the help of another listener email, we tackle a couple pretty big, and pretty rewarding, topics floating around the MTG stratosphere. Failure and the persistence it takes to push past the ever-gnawing doubt and anxiety that caused by it! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being…

With the success of last week's budget deck, we decided to crank it up! And by up, we mean down. Come check out all the synergies, card advantage and beatz in one of the most budget decks we've ever done on Commander Cookout! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them her…

This week's community topic is one that I don't think anyone thinks about but take some part in, every time they sit down with Magic on the mind. Do you build more decks? Or do you tweak and tune more decks? Which is more important? Come hear my thoughts on the whole matter. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of gre…

Have you ever wanted to play a deck where EVERY CARD says 'draw a card' on it? Well, now you can with this Laughing Jasper Flint deck. Of all things, it's a Rakdos theft deck that's going to let us do it! https://www.FusionGamingOnline.com You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: C…

It's time for another episode of Am I The Bolcast? - the podcast where you ask "Am I the bad guy?" and we say "Probably!" This week, Pro Tour qualifier and former Star City Games writer Jake Browne calls in to chat about a little secret project of his. Jake is a pal who's blended in comedy and Magic words much like Mikey. 00:00:13 - Skip intro butt…

With everything that's being going on with the Commander Cookout Media Group over the past few months, it's been very difficult to strike the right balance of work and play. Luckily MTG has all the depth, complexities and social lessons that I need to get my games back on track! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of…

Commander in a Cowboy hat continues as we take a look at the most Selesnia Orzhov deck there ever was! Join us to see how we make huge amounts of tokens, pump them up and crash into our opponents with them. And, the dirty ways Brando approves of to control the board... Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for al…

What are the top traits of all great local game stores? I dive deep into what I think are the no-brainer, make-or-break traits today, on CadPop 286. From cleanliness to leadership to management to snacks! We're covering it all today. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron…

Our first Thunder Junction Commander decktech is one that Brando was very excited about. Come here about all the potential that Obeka, Splitter of Seconds has. From casual to combo to cEDH, this episode has it all! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.Fusi…

This week, Jason Alt of Brainstorm Brewery and our bossman over at EDHREC and Commander's Herald joins in to talk about the sin of wasting people's time and the card Farewell. Follow Jason on Twitter @JasonEAlt Check out www.edhrec.com and www.commandersherald.com Edited by Ken Peddle Check us out on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AmITheBolcast F…

We continue the discussion from last week on working through tough situations with others with a close look at how MTG and Commander can help us. This time, we focus on being patient with ourselves and others as we learn, teach and grow. A very CadPopCast type episode! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great ben…

On Aprils bonus CCO, we take a look at everything else in Thunder Junction that we liked, as well as a few things that could have been done better. Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG orde…

We continue looking at all the rootin' tootin' fun and excitement that is Outlaws of Thunder Junction! Join us as we go over the mechanics, themes and our favorite cards from the new set. www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCOSAVE at checkout.…

When it comes to teaching, coaching and building a community, there's no better way to lead than from the front. Leading by example and showing people how to be better is the ultimate way to elevate those around you. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if y…

While we express a little bit of let-down with Outlaws of Thunder Junction, there is certainly many new legendary creatures to be excited about! Come hear about all of our favorites. www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCOSAVE at checkout. For …

This week, CCORyan of the Commander Cookout media empire calls to chat with Mike about being mindful of how your playstyle can impact other players. Follow CCORyan on Twitter @CCOPodcast Head to https://www.commandercookout.com for all things CCO, BBO, DDO, and all the other letters they'll eventually get to! Edited by Ken Peddle Check us out on Yo…

We're running it back with some fallout from last week's episode. I defend my stance on running the minimal number of basic lands and breakdown a deck building theory sent in by a long-time listener. Keep those theories coming in! Let's break them all down. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associ…

Thunder Junction baby! We kick off our thunder junction coverage with a Naya commander that can be built casually, tuned, optimized and even full-blown cEDH competitive combo. Join us! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a…

After a week off with illness, I'm back with a vengeance talking some tech MTG shop! Join me as I run through my mental process and routine for building a new deck. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards! Big thank you to the o…

We all build decks a little differently, and that's OK. Join us as we discuss what makes MTG and Commander so nuanced and complex and how it strengthens friendships over time! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% disco…

This week, Kurohitsuki calls in with a spicy, spicy take right off the bat! Follow Kurohitsuki on Twitter @Kurohitsuki https://linktr.ee/kurohitsuki for all Kuro's links including his Twitch where Mike will be joining a pod on release day! Edited by Ken Peddle Check us out on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AmITheBolcast Find us on Twitter at: @am…

We wrap up MTG FALLOUT with what may be the coolest Boros Enchantress deck you'll find! Card advantage, value, combo potential, Three Dawg's got it all! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG…

Our first crack at a Fallout Commander looks to be one for the ages! With Mr. House, President and CEO, we get added colors to an already established deck. The die rolling deck. Come Check it out. Brando may actually build this one! Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They’re your source for all of your gaming needs. You can find …