Best Altered Card Game Podcasts (2025)

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Secret Lairs in Stores & Zeb on Making Games Your Own - Episode 32 1:16:39

1h ago1:16:39

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Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Herald's Horn Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/heraldshorn/p/in-the-beginning?r=37skgr&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Cal, Dan & Emma discuss the latest happenings in Magic - Secret Lairs are coming to stores? Plus, Innistrad Remaster…

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We're Tired of Remastered Sets & Saffron Olive on a Decade in Content - Episode 31 1:25:35

5d ago1:25:35

1:25:35

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Herald's Horn Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/heraldshorn/p/in-the-beginning?r=37skgr&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true On this episode, Cal, Dan, and Lexi(!) chop it up about upcoming events and how we feel about returning to old plane…

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Goldsabertooth & Sam from the Howling Salt Mine - Interview Reruns! 1:35:26

12d ago1:35:26

1:35:26

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Herald's Horn Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/heraldshorn/p/in-the-beginning?r=37skgr&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true On this special episode, we're playing back interviews from earlier in the year - Goldsabertooth talking about art a…

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The 2024 Herald Horn Awards & Brian Coval (BoshNRoll) On the State of Legacy - Episode 30 1:33:06

19d ago1:33:06

1:33:06

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this end-of-year episode, Cal & Dan look back on Magic: The Gathering's top happenings in 2024, our favorite and least favorite sets, and more. It's a fun & chill time! After that, Cal is joined by Brian Coval (BoshNRoll) to discuss the state of Legacy, both befor…

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Modern is OVERHAULED & Maddy (Clover) on Altering, Being a Spike & More - Episode 29 1:12:37

26d ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Dan & Cal talk about the latest Modern, Pioneer, & Legacy Banned & Restricted announcement - quite a bit! Also: A correction & a quick look at the results of Arena Championship 7. After the break, Cal is joined by Maddy (of the Spike Feeders, amongst…

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Upcoming Bans, So Many Products & Nile Joan Rivers on Micro-Formats - Episode 28 1:35:44

1M ago1:35:44

1:35:44

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Welcome back! On this episode, Cal, Dan, & Emma get into Eternal Weekend, speculation about the upcoming bans, cool upcoming online Magic events (Arena & MTGO both!), a metric ton of new products, AND Emma being swallowed by Balatro. After the break, Cal is joined by…

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Tom Marks on the Gaming Media Industry & More - Bonus Episode 1 59:35

1M ago59:35

59:35

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal was sick this week, so we're releasing something a little different - an interview that has, until now, been Patreon exclusive. He's joined by Tom Marks, executive reviews editor at IGN to talk about the gaming media industry & more. Honestly, when I booted this …

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Magic's 20 Worst Mechanics & Carmen Klomparens on Cal's Favorite Foundations Cards - Episode 27 1:33:35

2M ago1:33:35

1:33:35

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Happy holiday week - we're taking it a little more chill here at the Herald's Horn. Cal & Dan discuss Mark Rosewater's self proclaimed 20 worst mechanics in Magic history. After the break, Cal is joined by Carmen Klomparens to discuss her role designing Foundation...…

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A Marvelous Reprint Promise & Mike Wildspeaker on Forming the Next Generation of Gamers - Episode 26 1:28:53

2M ago1:28:53

1:28:53

Justyna & Piotr Dura: The Playmat Collection - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1887158482/justyna-and-piotr-dura-the-playmat-collection?ref=8b7qyl Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal is joined by Dan & Emma to discuss the latest news in Magic: The Gathering, including Eternal …

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Wolverine Art Sells for $55,000 & Play to Win on Creating Their Own Way - Episode 25 1:45:49

2M ago1:45:49

1:45:49

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Emma talk about Marvel Secret Lair original art selling for huge cash, the European Regional Championship, & why Foundations is maybe our favorite set in a decade. After the break, Cal is joined by Dylan & Cam from Play to Win to talk about the…

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Secret Lair Reprints, Giancola Quits MTG & Mike Carrozza on Bringing People Together - Episode 24 1:56:01

2M ago1:56:01

1:56:01

Get 10% off fees as Card Conduit: https://cardconduit.com/horn Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal is joined by Dan to talk about the most recent happenings in Magic: The Gathering - including Donato Giancola quitting the game & decrying Wizards of the Coast over the use of his art…

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Spongebob Joins Magic, World Championship 30 Results & MagicCon Las Vegas - Episode 23 1:27:21

3M ago1:27:21

1:27:21

Check Out Goldsabertooth's Playmat Kickstarter! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/goldsabertooth/goldsabertooth-presents-the-commander-pantheon?ref=b5r4mp Get 10% off fees as Card Conduit: https://cardconduit.com/horn Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, Emma, & Dan talk about A…

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A Commander Format Panel, the World Championship, & Level Up on Remakes vs. Remasters! - Episode 22 1:31:58

3M ago1:31:58

1:31:58

Get 10% off fees as Card Conduit: https://cardconduit.com/horn Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Dan talk about the Commander Format Panel, the upcoming World Championship & the newly announced RC seasons. This is a bit of a weird episode, because after the break, we're showing…

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WotC Runs EDH, Pioneer Rocks & Tracy on Building Community - Episode 21 1:50:19

3M ago1:50:19

1:50:19

Get 10% off fees as Card Conduit: https://cardconduit.com/horn Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, we talk about Commander changing management, the Washington DC Pioneer Regional Championship, and also cheese. After the break, Cal is joined by Tracy of the One Shot Podcast network to t…

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The Commander Bans & Vorthos Mike on Magic Art & More - Episode 20 1:52:29

4M ago1:52:29

1:52:29

Get 10% off fees as Card Conduit: https://cardconduit.com/horn Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn The Commander bans are here. I don't really know what else there is to say. Sigh. Cal likes it, at least! After the break, Cal is joined by the one and only Vorthos Mike to talk about Magic art, art shows…

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MVP149: The Future of 2nd Hand Geek: Updates, Features, and Benefits for Game Stores 41:47

4M ago41:47

41:47

In this special update episode of the Manaverse Podcast, host Tom Traplin sits down with Blake Edward Hawkey, one of the co-founders of 2nd Hand Geek. Together, they discuss the evolution of the platform since its inception, the exciting new features available, and how the marketplace can benefit both players and local game stores. What You'll Lear…

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Our Duskmourn Thoughts & Elliot Raff on the State of Magic Judging - Episode 19 1:41:53

4M ago1:41:53

1:41:53

Get 10% off fees as Card Conduit: https://cardconduit.com/horn Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, & Emma tackle the hard issues in the room like what's up with the Carolina Panthers and also what's happening with metas after the recent banlist updates? Yeah, yeah, Cal talks about…

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MVP148: Local Game Stores Can Save The World 13:34

5M ago13:34

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How Game Stores Can Change Lives and Build Community In today's episode of the Manaverse Podcast, I dive deep into a topic that's been on my mind a lot lately: the growing loneliness and division many of us are experiencing in the modern world. With nearly a third of adults in the U.S. feeling lonely on a regular basis and our society becoming more…

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How Nadu Was Made, Loads of Bans & Ben Wheeler on Steering Formats - Episode 18 1:58:22

5M ago1:58:22

1:58:22

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, Dan, & Emma chat about a TON of ban updates that came down the pipeline this week. Also, how the heck was Nadu made? We were told & discuss the tale, plus get into how excited we are for the Magic Spotlight Series. After the break, Cal is joined…

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Mystery Booster 2, Standard Fumbles, & ComedianMTG on All Things cEDH - Episode 17 1:22:40

5M ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, Dan, & Emma chat about Arena changes and a whole lot of new products. Otherwise, it's a slow week! After the break, Cal is joined by Ian, better known by ComedianMTG, to discuss his background in Magic, the growth of Competitive EDH, and what ke…

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MVP147: Category One Games and How Scott Church Built a Business on "Dead" TCG's 1:00:56

5M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

This interview that you’re about to hear with Scott Church is fascinating. Scott is the owner of Category One Games, an online only store he started way back in the mists of time, also known as 2004. A 20 year old online only store is interesting enough, but Category One Games specializes in dead TCG’s. Games that have been written off and dumped i…

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Secret Lairs Sold Out, Bloomburrow Rules & Tori of the Vast on Boundaries - Episode 16 1:44:30

6M ago1:44:30

1:44:30

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, Dan, & Emma talk about no Nadu ban, Bloomburrow rocking, Secret Lairs selling out, Dark Horse Comics getting MTG rights, video games, Skibidi Toilet & plenty, plenty more. After the break, Cal is joined by Tori from the Scrybabies to talk about …

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Where's the Nadu Ban, cEDH is Stale & Murph on Making Game Knights - Episode 15 1:47:05

6M ago1:47:05

1:47:05

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Dan talk about cEDH, the (lack of) Modern & Legacy B&R, Vinyls, and GameCubes. It's a pretty light week! After the break, Cal is joined by Murph from The Command Zone to discuss how he got into Magic & storytelling through EDH gameplay. Murph: …

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Episode 221: NSCC Preview, DCS Theft, PSA Vending Machines, MJ Auto's, Chrome & More! 51:22

6M ago51:22

51:22

on episode 221, The DH and Scott are back with a jam packed episode full of hobby news. The guys break down the recent Dallas Card Shows THEFT of over TWO MILLION DOLLARS, the mysterious PSA Vending machines, and an insane MJ Signing. Plus the guys give their NSCC preview, talk all things topps chrome, and TONS more!!!! Become a supporter of this p…

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Pro Tour Nadu, Kai Budde & Derek on Pauper EDH - Episode 14 1:37:18

7M ago1:37:18

1:37:18

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, Emma, & Dan talk about the Modern Horizons 3 Pro Tour, the Kai Budde Player of the Year Trophy, a bunch of new sets, including Magic Foundations, and EVEN MORE than that. The B&R especially. After the break, Cal is joined by Derek from the Paupe…

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Karlov Manor "Below Expectations" & Sam of Rhystic Studies on Mantras - Episode 13 1:53:18

7M ago1:53:18

1:53:18

Help us pay the bills & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal is joined by Dan & Emma to talk about MKM underperforming, first impacts of Modern Horizons 3, and Assassin's Creed previews... already. We have the rest of the Product Watch, the Co-Host's Notebook, and a NEW Segment - Letters to the Editor. Aft…

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Episode 220: Missing Stroud Topps Autos, Fanatics/Auctions, Fun Face Holliday, RECORD MJ & More! 47:18

7M ago47:18

47:18

on episode 220 the guys are BACK with a JAM packed episode!!! Fanatics dives into the auction house game, Missing CJ Stroud Autos, Fun Face Holliday suprise SSP's, RECORD setting MJ sale and its MAJOR impact on the hobby, and TONS more!! Avail on all platforms and streamed LIVE on YouTube every week, with bonus footage and your Q's answered! Become…

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WotC AI, Modern Horizons 3, & Sam (Howling Salt Mine) on Cribbage - Episode 12 1:37:20

7M ago1:37:20

1:37:20

On this episode, Cal is joined by Emma to discuss the Regional Championships of past and future, WotC's newest AI role, and Modern Horizons 3. Of course, we also talk about Assassin's Creed's upcoming Magic set, alongside the Co-Host notebook. After the break, I'm joined by Sam of the Howling Salt Mine podcast to talk about himself, cribbage, manga…

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Stickers Banned, Even More MH3 Leaks & Better Days MTG - Episode 11 1:28:22

8M ago1:28:22

1:28:22

On this episode, Cal is joined by Dan to talk about the News, the Product Watch, and to look into their Co-Host notebook. Between nearly a half hour of Unfinity talk and little else, this one is sure to be a doozy. After the break, Cal interviews Hobbes and Ryan (potentially better known as TronIsBad) to discuss Better Days MTG, their umbrella for …

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Episode 219: Game Used CARDS!? Gamestop Enters Hobby, New PSA Slabs & TONS More!! 53:34

8M ago53:34

53:34

on episode 219, The DH and Scott break down a crazy week in the hobby. GAME USED cards, GameStop entering the hobby, new PSA slabs, Bowman frenzy, and TONS more!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lemme-get-that-podagraph--4781371/support.By Lemme Get That Podagraph

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MVP146: Millennium Games - Building the Biggest Game Store in the USA 57:28

8M ago57:28

57:28

Welcome to another episode of the Manaverse Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Travis Severance, the co-owner of Millennium Games in Rochester, New York. Join us as we dive into Travis's incredible journey in the gaming industry, exploring the challenges he's faced and the strategies that have made Millennium Games the largest game store in …

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$3,000,000 Black Lotus, Modern Horizon 3 Leaks & Shivam on Shivam - Episode 10 1:42:14

8M ago1:42:14

1:42:14

On this episode of the podcast, Cal is joined by Dan to talk about Pro Tour Outlaws of Thunder Junction, a new record setting Magic card sale, & the Modern Horizon 3 Leaks. Of course, we have our recurring segments (Product Watch & Co-Host's Notebook) & after the break, Cal is joined by Shivam of the Casual Magic & Shivam & Wheeler Love Magic podca…

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Episode 218: Topps Conference News, Redemptions, NFL Draft, Chrome Basketball & More! 45:27

9M ago45:27

45:27

on episode 218, The DH and Scott break down all the news coming out of an incredible Topps Conference, address the recent redemption changes, topps chrome basketball returning, the NFL Draft and Marvin Harrison Jr. and TONS MORE!!! Plus, a HUGE surprise and ANOTHER DH Rant! A JAM PACKED EPISODE of LGTP!!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/…

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Hasbro Investor Report, EDH Philosophy, & Deco on MTG in Brazil - Episode 9 1:29:46

9M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

On this episode of the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by Dan to chat about Cowboy Bebop promo cards, Hasbro's Q1 investor report, the new EDH format philosophy, and more. After the break, Cal interviews Deco of cEDHBrazil about himself, the channel, and the state of Magic: the Gathering in Brazil. Deco: https://twitter.com/_Desconversando The Philoso…

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MVP145: Manapool.com - The Marketplace for Magic Cards 46:00

9M ago46:00

46:00

Andrew Johnson comes onto the podcast to talk about creating Manapool.com, a marketplace just for Magic cards. Learn about the hottest new marketplace for Magic players and local game store owners to buy and sell Magic singles, and how Andrew and his team of co-founders and building a great solution for the Magic community. Sign up for a Manapool.c…

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Episode 217: Goldin to eBay, ANOTHER Topps Leak (DH Goes OFF), UFC Buyback & more!! 45:29

9M ago45:29

45:29

on episode 217 the guys discuss the recent trade between Collectors and eBay, with eBay acquiring Goldin and Collectors getting the eBay Vault, ANOTHER Topps Leak (The DH goes OFF) and the story they refuse to address, the UFC buyback program, and TONS more!!! a JAM PACKED episode!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podca…

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The Era of cEDH?, MTGO Cheating, & Chase Carroll (Mana Curves) on Secret Lairs - Episode 8 1:25:43

9M ago1:25:43

1:25:43

On this episode of the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by Emma & Dan to talk about the return of the Arena streaming event, launch of the MTGO creator program, MTGO cheating allegations, & the big last couple of days cEDH has had. Chase/ManaCurves: https://twitter.com/ManaCurves Listen to Heraldic Banter Episode 1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/herald…

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Art Theft, YEEEEHAW, & GoldSabertooth on Life & Art - Episode 7 1:50:40

10M ago1:50:40

1:50:40

On this episode of the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by Emma & Dan to talk about plagiarism in MTG art (again), huge changes to Magic pro play, Kotaku for some reason, and also we go pretty deep on the reveal of Outlaws at Thunder Junction (OTJ). After the break, Cal is joined by Tim, better known as GoldSabertooth to talk about his unique life and …

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Episode 216: JSA Sale, Altered Wembanyama Prizm?? Rovell Bombshell & More! 33:58

10M ago33:58

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on episode 216 The DH and Scott break down the recent sale of JSA, possibly altered Wembanyama Prizm 1/1's, Topps bringing Wembanyama "RPA's" to Dynasty MLB, Darren Rovell rumblings and TONS MORE!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lemme-get-that-podagraph--4781371/support.…

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Ban List Updates, Cancellation of Another MtG Game, & Lua Stardust on Content & Beyond - Episode 6 1:21:34

10M ago1:21:34

1:21:34

On this episode, Cal is joined by Dan & Emma to talk about the latest constructed banlist updates, the cancellation of Magic Spellslingers, and more. Don't worry, we still have the Product Watch and Co-Host's Notebook segments. After the break, Cal interviews Lua Stardust of the Scrybabies (and more) about full time content creation & beyond. Lua S…

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Episode 215: PSA/SGC News, Bedard Bounty, Caitlin Clark & MORE! 49:41

10M ago49:41

49:41

on episode 215, The DH and Scott discuss the recent acquisition of SGC by PSA's parent company Collectors, Caitlin Clark signing a HUGE deal with Panini, Conor Bedard Bounty/S2 insanity, and TONS MORE!!! a CANT MISS episode!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lemme-get-that-podagraph--4781371/support.…

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MVP144: Michael Bahr on Selling Your Game Store 1:11:27

11M ago1:11:27

1:11:27

Welcome to another episode of the Manaverse Podcast! My name is Tom Traplin and I am your host and this is the podcast where we talk about building successful friendly local game stores. Today, we’re talking with Michael Bahr, the mind behind the LGS Net Income newsletter and former owner of Desert Sky Games in Arizona. Michael relatively recently …

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Sheldon's Spellbook, Lying in cEDH, & the Highs & Lows of MagicCon Chicago - Episode 5 1:11:56

11M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

This week on the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by Dan to talk about lying in cEDH, the increase in Universes Beyond products, the Chicago Pro Tour & more. Of course, there's always the Product Watch and Co-Host's Notebook segments. After the break, Cal is joined by a TON of people that he interviewed at MagicCon Chicago about their con experience! H…

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TCG Design Theory — 14 — Max Fieve: Art Direction (Altered TCG) 1:10:42

11M ago1:10:42

1:10:42

On this episode of TCG Design Theory, Jay talks with Max Fieve, Art Director for Altered TCG & Equinox, about the process of making sure the visual elements of a trading card game are cohesive. Max talks about the responsibilities of an art director, as well as the other artistic roles an art director oversees when working on a project. Check out o…

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TCG Design Theory — 13 — Justin Parnell: Managing Organized Play (Altered TCG) 1:00:28

11M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

On this episode of TCG Design Theory, Jay talks with Justin Parnell, Manager of Organized Play for Altered TCG & Equinox North America, about organized play at every level. Justin defines exactly what organized play is, along with the pros and cons that come with the territory. Check out our sponsor for new TCG cards: https://www.trollandtoad.com/ …

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Episode 214: Trashed RPA's!? S1 Secrets, AJ Dillons Legendary Signing, BREAKING NEWS & more! 47:58

11M ago47:58

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on episode 214, The DH and Scott break down the hidden parallels and secrets in Topps Series 1, AJ Dillons Legendary Signing, BREAKING NEWS regarding TRASHED Aidan O'Connell RPA's, Possibly FAKE AR13 Autos, and TONS more! a JAM PACKED episode!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lemme-get-that-podagraph--4781371/su…

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Touching Cards, Rainbow Rhinos & Michael Caffrey on MTG Vending - Episode 4 1:19:44

11M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

Today, Cal is joined by ALL THREE co-hosts (Lexi, Emma & Dan) to talk about Modern Regional Championships, touching other people's cards, EDH precon complexity, and more. After the break, Cal chats with Michael Caffery of Tales of Adventure Comics and Games (also known as TOA Magic) to talk about the business of buying and selling Magic: The Gather…

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Episode 213: Steve Loney (Cardsmiths) & LCS Owner Steve Wilson, Prizm, Bronny/Bron Superfractor & more! 1:01:06

11M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

on episode 213, The DH and Scott sit down with Cardsmiths Steve Loney and LCS owner Steve Wilson! 2x interviews! Currency controversy, Bronny/Bron Superfractor, Prizm Parallels, Topps Series 1 and TONS more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lemme-get-that-podagraph--4781371/support.…

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Episode 212: UFC to Topps! Donruss Next Day Mistake, Caitlin Super Sale & More! 47:02

12M ago47:02

47:02

on episode 212, The DH and Scott break down the shocking news of the UFC moving to Topps, Panini/Donruss's Next Day Mistake, Caitlin Clark Superfractor Sale, Leaf buying Press Pass, the demise of Metazoo, a hilarious Pat McAfee autograph and TONS more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lemme-get-that-podagraph--47…

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Red Bordered Cards, Suspend & Jim Lapage on the Future of EDH - Episode 3 1:28:08

12M ago1:28:08

1:28:08

In this episode of the Herald's Horn Podcast, Cal is joined by Emma Partlow & Dan (ModAnon), to discuss Regional Championships, weird promo cards, and more. Of course, we have the Product Watch and a NEW recurring segment too. After the break, Commander Rule's Committee Member Jim Lapage hops on the line to talk about the future of Commander. Jim L…

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