Best This Week In Mtg Podcasts (2024)

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Yu-Gi-Oh is at McDonalds, Pokémon Worlds Controversy, MTG Spotlight Series, Gamescom Recap 2:16:41

6h ago2:16:41

2:16:41

It's a light week for Yu-Gi-Oh news as we review YCS Sacramento, updates to the Master Duel Shadow Duelist, and the Hello Kitty collab at McDonalds. Meanwhile, the Pokemon World Championship had a couple of controversies, Wizards of the Coast introduces the $50,000 Magic the Gathering Spotlight Seires, and we recap some of the biggest games shown a…

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To the Winfrey, to the Walz (feat. Gretchen Whitmer) 1:07:12

16h ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Tim Walz gives a model acceptance speech in front of thousands of roaring delegates, his beaming family, and the football players he coached. Oprah Winfrey makes a surprise appearance, RFK Jr. plans to drop out and endorse Donald Trump, and Trump complains about Barack Obama's "nasty" criticisms. Then, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joins the pod to talk ab…

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Obama Night at the DNC (feat. Julia Louis-Dreyfus) 1:07:19

2d ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Barack and Michelle Obama and Doug Emhoff make the argument for Kamala Harris with a trio of pitch-perfect speeches to the delegates in Chicago. Harris accepts the nomination with a surprise live greeting broadcast from her packed rally in Milwaukee. Then, California Senator Laphonza Butler joins the show to talk about the Kamala Harris she's gotte…

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The Late Show with Joe Biden 57:10

1d ago57:10

57:10

Joe Biden takes the stage at the Democratic National Convention—after an interminable pre-program that pushes him out of prime time—and tells the adoring crowd that it's time for Kamala Harris to finish the work he started. Hillary Clinton calls on history, AOC leans into the dignity of work, and Steve Kerr promises to say "Night night" to Donald T…

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Casual Magic Episode 238 - Dana Fischer 59:52

3d ago59:52

59:52

This week we're joined by the littlest planeswalker, Dana Fischer! She's way bigger now, but will still run you over with elves any day of the week =) Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver and Archidekt, and by my patrons at Patreon.com/shivamb!

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How Kamala Beats Trump (Final Ep.) 55:56

10m ago55:56

55:56

On the final episode of this season of The Wilderness, Jon is joined by UCLA political scientist Lynn Vavreck and senior Harris campaign advisor David Plouffe. Lynn and Jon discuss why, despite all of this election's wild changes, Lynn is still expecting a close outcome in November and then David Plouffe sits down with Jon to talk about what we can…

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Republicans Beg Trump to Be New Person 48:23

2d ago48:23

48:23

More and more Republicans are asking Donald Trump if it might be possible for him to stop the personal attacks on Kamala Harris and focus on a persuasive message. His answer? Absolutely not. In yet another country club press conference, Trump says he's "entitled to personal attacks" because he doesn't respect Harris, calls her stupid, and rants abo…

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Yu-Gi-Oh Celebrity Event! Huge Disney Announcements, AI Voice News, and More! 2:58:46

5d ago2:58:46

2:58:46

In our longest episode yet, we discuss a bevy of news, from the updated Yu-Gi-Oh prize support and mysterious celebrity event to Google's monopoly on search, big movie and show announcements from Disney, an update to AI and the SAG-AFTRA strike, Twitch trying to make people be nice, Tinder struggling to engage people, and more!…

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The "Let Trump Be Trump" Strategy 44:08

6d ago44:08

44:08

Jon and guest host David Axelrod discuss Donald Trump's struggles to define Kamala Harris, his rambling interview with Elon Musk, and why the Trump campaign keeps letting their candidate run his mouth so much. Then, they look at Trump and Harris's competing economic messages, how Tim Walz is faring out on the trail, and what the Harris team needs t…

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Trump Rages, Harris Rises 49:57

1d ago49:57

49:57

Kamala Harris pulls ahead in three key swing states as Donald Trump continues to flail and fume to donors and supporters. JD Vance tries to go on the attack in a trio of network interviews on Sunday, but things don't go quite as planned. Then, as Harris starts laying out her own policy agenda, the officially defunct Project 2025 ends up back in the…

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Casual Magic Episode 237 - Jake Boss 57:25

5h ago57:25

57:25

This week we're joined by Command Zone and Game Knights Producer Jake Boss to talk about the art of putting on the biggest shows in Magic! Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver Time and Archidekt, and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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Kamala Harris’s Winning Message (Ep. 7) 54:19

12d ago54:19

54:19

Jon is joined Democratic message guru Anat Shenker-Osorio and longtime political strategist Michael Podhorzer to talk about how swing voters are reacting to a Harris-Walz ticket and what message the campaign will need to win them over in November. They break down why Tim Walz has been a uniquely effective messenger, how Kamala Harris is reclaiming …

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Episode 121: Jack Karlson & Russian Letters 42:31

4d ago42:31

42:31

Riley mourns the loss of an Australian icon, while one of Denis' mates got a very strange letter in the post. Theme music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud Support the show on Patreon! patreon.com/havealistentothis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Meltdown 59:39

14d ago59:39

59:39

Trump throws a temper tantrum at Mar-a-Lago, boasting he draws bigger crowds than Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. did for the “I Have a Dream” speech. Is he freaking out because Harris is surging in the polls? Meanwhile, Harris and Walz hit Detroit, where they score a UAW union endorsement and tout her economic record. Brian Tyler Cohen discusses his n…

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Set Review: The Best of Bloomburrow in Pioneer & Modern, Part 2 2:26:32

5d ago2:26:32

2:26:32

Season 23, Episode 02: Brewer's Guide to Bloomburrow, Part 2 Like our content? Support us on Patreon and join our Discord community!By Faithless Brewing

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Why are Pro Players Quitting Yu-Gi-Oh? Featuring Chris! 1:37:41

5d ago1:37:41

1:37:41

Let's break down the conversation recently around pro players quitting Yu-Gi-Oh due to the situation around tournament prize support and game balance! We brought on our friend Chris for his insights, too!

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Tim Walz Keeps the Good Vibes Going 55:38

15d ago55:38

55:38

VP Kamala Harris hits the road with her new running mate, Tim Walz, who lands his first official couch joke of the campaign against his GOP counterpart, JD Vance. Meanwhile, Trump tries to brand Walz as a communist. Then, Dan and guest host Melissa Murray break down Biden’s Supreme Court reforms, Trump’s January 6th case and the infinite shadiness …

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Casual Magic Episode 236 - Jackal Costuming 1:05:36

17d ago1:05:36

1:05:36

This time I'm joined by cosplayers Gin and Matt of Jackal Costuming to talk about furries, making epic costumes, and Bloomburrow! Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver, Archidekt, and my patrons at Patreon.com/ShivamB!

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VP Picks Her VP 51:56

10d ago51:56

51:56

We're just hours away from the announcement of VP Harris's running mate—and she's reportedly narrowed it down to Gov. Tim Walz and Gov. Josh Shapiro. Jon and Lovett talk about what they love about both finalists, what the influx of Obama veterans like David Plouffe could mean for the Harris campaign, why Trump doesn't want to debate the Vice Presid…

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Monster Hearts 2e on Innistrad 1:46:28

18d ago1:46:28

1:46:28

On a noticeboard for Planeswalkers on Ravnica, you find a flyer that's been enchanted so only Cool Teens can see it. It reads: "ATTENTION WALKERS This Friday at Midnight, make your way to the abandoned Voldaren Manor on Innistrad to celebrate the birthday of Ashanna Lokyde! Music and refreshments to be provided. - NO PARENTS - NO SNITCHES - NO SQUA…

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Episode 120: Cooking Classes & Rubbish Presents 51:01

19d ago51:01

51:01

Denis attended a cooking class, while Riley remembers some of the worst presents he's ever received. Theme music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud Support the show on Patreon! patreon.com/havealistentothis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Trump Revives Birtherism 48:54

11d ago48:54

48:54

Donald Trump doubles down on the racism and birtherism he unleashed onstage at the NABJ convention—repeating his attacks in social media posts and even a rally backdrop. Jon and Dan talk about what Trump's strategy might be, whether he's feeling buyer's remorse about JD Vance, and the latest on Kamala Harris's VP short list. Then, Project 2025 says…

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Cheating Yu-Gi-Oh Packs? Is the MCU Finally Backs? AI Just Bubble is Bursting! 2:15:22

12d ago2:15:22

2:15:22

Let's go over the latest news from the Yu-Gi-Oh EUWCQ and new figure announcements to a disturbing new development in CT scanning trading card packs! Oh yeah, and Marvel just dropped some bombshell MCU news! Meanwhile, the AI bubble might finally be bursting...

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Trump's Worst Interview Ever? (feat. Stacey Abrams) 56:10

22d ago56:10

56:10

Donald Trump suggests that Kamala Harris isn't actually Black, claims that nobody died on January 6, and belittles his interviewers before his campaign yanks him off the stage at the National Association of Black Journalists convention. Jon Lovett and guest host Stacey Abrams react to the train wreck in real time. Stacey describes the scene at Kama…

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Harris Surges, Vance Sinks (feat. Gov. Tim Walz) 1:00:06

24d ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Donald Trump and friends try out new lines of attack on Kamala Harris as they struggle to confront her momentum—and the new reality of the race. JD Vance still can't figure out how to move past his "childless cat ladies" comments, and Joe Biden introduces a slate of Supreme Court reforms. Then Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stops by to talk about maki…

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Casual Magic Episode 235 - Magic Con Amsterdam 1:15:19

15d ago1:15:19

1:15:19

This time I recap my adventures in Amsterdam with my dear friend and returning guest Daniel Cane! I also cough a lot. Sorry! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt and Quiver, and by my patrons at Patreon.com/ShivamB.

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Episode 119: Lost Luggage & Completing Triathlons 53:07

16d ago53:07

53:07

Riley lost his luggage on the way back from Switzerland, while Denis completed a triathlon. Theme music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud Support the show on Patreon! patreon.com/havealistentothis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What Undecided Voters Think of Kamala Harris (Ep. 6) 42:07

26d ago42:07

42:07

Jon is joined by longtime pollster Sarah Longwell to discuss how swing voters are reacting to Kamala Harris’ unexpected campaign for president. How did they react to Biden’s decision to withdraw? What concerns do they have about Kamala Harris’ chances against Trump? And is her candidacy reigniting their capacity for hope? Sarah shares new focus gro…

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Complete Brewer's Guide to Bloomburrow in Pioneer & Modern (Set Review, Part 1) 2:17:56

17d ago2:17:56

2:17:56

Season 23, Episode 1: Brewer's Guide to Bloomburrow in Modern and Pioneer, Part 1 Like our content? Support us on Patreon and join our Discord community!By Faithless Brewing

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The Race to Define Kamala Harris 1:05:22

18d ago1:05:22

1:05:22

Election Day is just over 100 days away, and the Trump team is scrambling to define Kamala Harris before she can do it herself. Jon and Dan discuss the Harris campaign rollout so far, the Right's attack playbook, and Joe Biden's Oval Office address about passing the torch. Then, former UN Ambassador Susan Rice joins the show to talk about what it r…

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Big Week of Japanese Yu-Gi-Oh Announcements! Activision Caught Selling AI, MTG Monty Python, Should Men Read More? 2:03:04

19d ago2:03:04

2:03:04

This week we're chatting about the results of the Yu-Gi-Oh North America WCQ, a bunch of cool new announcements from Japan, the new MTG Secret Lair set with Monty Python, Activision selling players AI assets, and a strange question: should men be reading more fiction books?

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Kamala Harris Starts Hot (feat. Pete Buttigieg) 1:31:45

21d ago1:31:45

1:31:45

And she's off! Kamala Harris has clinched the majority of delegates, she's breaking fundraising records and driving voter registration, and she's out on the trail offering a clear contrast to Donald Trump and his dark vision for America. Tommy and guest host Ali Velshi dissect Harris's campaign rollout, the shifting dynamics of the race, and Benjam…

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Casual Magic Episode 234 - Mani Davoudi 1:09:48

24d ago1:09:48

1:09:48

This week we have Pro Tour commentator Mani Davoudi talking about his road to the desk and what it's like to cover Magic tournaments! Casual Magic is brought to you by Quiver and Archidekt and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb!

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Biden Passes the Torch to Kamala 55:48

23d ago55:48

55:48

In a historic moment in what was already a norm-shattering campaign, Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race and endorses Kamala Harris. As the rest of the party moves to unite behind the VP, Jon, Lovett, Dan, and Tommy talk how Biden arrived at his decision, the particular strengths that Harris brings to the race against Donald Trump, and h…

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Bidin' His Time 1:23:37

24d ago1:23:37

1:23:37

Is Biden inching toward dropping out, or is he committed to staying put? If he did make a move, when would he do it, and how? Live in Madison, Jon, Lovett, Tommy, and Dan parse the latest news and discuss the worst and the weirdest of the Republican convention alongside guest host Errin Haines of The 19th and special guest Ben Wikler, chairman of t…

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Episode 118: Swiss Hiking & Rugby League 42:50

25d ago42:50

42:50

Denis and Riley continue the story of their adventures in Switzerland, including watching the State of Origin in a British-style pub in Zurich. Theme music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud Support the show on Patreon! patreon.com/havealistentothis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump Is So Beatable 50:59

25d ago50:59

50:59

Donald Trump returns to form in a rambling, divisive, and endless acceptance speech certain to remind swing voters why they don't like him, and to remind Democrats that they can beat him. The question now is, who will be the Democratic nominee to turn the race around? With more and more party leaders (and most voters) asking for a change, it looks …

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Player Gets Arrested?! Konami Finally Talks Yu-Gi-Oh, MTG Gets Furry Creatures, AI Steals More Data 1:55:08

26d ago1:55:08

1:55:08

We talk about all of the different happenings from the last week, such as Konami finally hinting at a banlist update, MTG's art director talking about the new Bloomburrow set, AI stealing data from YouTube videos, and more. Plus of course some viewer questions!

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Vance Vance Revolution 40:29

26d ago40:29

40:29

JD Vance makes his debut as Donald Trump's running mate and doesn't exactly hit a home run. Joe Biden tests positive for COVID, details leak out about Chuck Schumer's tough-love conversation with the president, and the DNC blinks in the standoff over its plan for a virtual roll call. Jon, Lovett, Tommy, and Dan break down a truly packed day of news…

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Fear and Unity in Milwaukee 45:41

27d ago45:41

45:41

Donald Trump's former rivals compete to see who can praise him the hardest and who can spread the most vile lies about immigration and crime, as a smiling Trump looks on from the audience. Trump's pollster claims Republicans have put solidly blue states like New Jersey in play, and Trump himself tries to convince RFK Jr. to endorse him by spewing n…

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Trump's Shooting Upends 2024 1:06:58

1M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

After surviving a horrifying assassination attempt, Donald Trump announces J.D. Vance as his VP pick and promises to shift the tone of the Republican convention. Jon, Lovett, Dan, and Tommy talk about the VP selection, whether it's possible to "lower the temperature" of our political discourse, and Joe Biden's testy interview with Lester Holt. For …

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Casual Magic Episode 233 - Tom LaPille 1:25:50

1M ago1:25:50

1:25:50

This week I'm joined by former WotC R&D member Tom LaPille to talk about Cube, Archenemy, and Queer representation in Magic! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quiver, and my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb.

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Episode 117: Swiss Trains & Secret Bunkers 42:04

1M ago42:04

42:04

Riley and Denis have returned from their trip to Switzerland, and are back with tales of their adventures and misadventures. Theme music: Lowrider by Joakim Karud Support the show on Patreon! patreon.com/havealistentothis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Was Biden's "Big Boy Presser" Enough? 53:02

1M ago53:02

53:02

Jon and Dan break down Joe Biden's big press conference, whether he did enough to calm nervous Democrats, and whether he's making a sharp enough case against Donald Trump—or for himself—to move the numbers and create a plausible path to victory. Plus, the latest signals from the campaign about what its strategy will be going forward, and how the Tr…

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