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On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben aren't afraid to name names - calling out the absolute worst cards in the upcoming set: Born of the Gods. They won't tell you what the best cards are, but they will tell you what the worst ones are. You're welcome. PLUS: tons of brain-bending combat math rears its ugly head when our hosts chat about trample and regeneration, Maria names the Cutest Card in BNG, and Meghan shares her thoughts on the future of Standard as some spicy new cards are added to the mix ahead of pre-release weekend! Oh yeah, and Meghan forgets about some boiling water.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben ditch the Minnesota cold and hit the road for GP Sacramento! Find out how well our intrepid hosts performed in this Theros sealed extravaganza! The trio also gives a primer in side events, chats about their personal GP highlights, and dishes on the latest Born of the Gods spoilers. The gang also pitches some awesome ideas for the upcoming Magic: the Gathering movie. Hint: one of the movies involves Keanu Reeves.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben chat with Grand Prix Toronto runner-up and all-around super-smart-Magic-guy Greg Ogreenc! (Yes, that really is how he spells his last name!) Greg gives us insider secrets on how to put together a playgroup that will help improve your game and the games of your friends. If you're serious about getting serious about MTG, this is the episode for you! Extra special bonus: the whole episode was recorded over Skype because it was effing freezing outside and our hosts are wusses.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben continue to celebrate their one-year of podcasting with an episode recorded LIVE in front of a studio audience! The hosts take questions from the crowd, give out prizes, discuss Theros sealed deck, and chat about the new Born of the Gods planeswalker. This is Maria's personal favorite episode - so, you know, you'd better listen. And perhaps the only MTG podcast recorded in front of an audience...ever…maybe? Also: there was cake, but if you weren't there, you didn't get any.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben celebrate the one-year anniversary of Magic the Amateuring! The ladies look back on what kinds of players they were one year ago and makes resolutions for the future. Listen in as the crew laughs about the mistakes they made as new players, force-feeds Ben a cookie, and revisits some classic Euphemisms of the Week. Our beloved hosts also crack an RtR pack to reminisce about the first set Maria and Meghan ever played. This episode is not to be missed! Seriously, people.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben take a look at “hate drafting” and discuss why it might be a SUPER BAD IDEA, EVERYONE. Plus: the crew chats about the popular mechanics in standard and draft, listeners send in their “Dear Abby” letters, and our intrepid hosts evaluate a bunch of cards you might come across in the MTGO cube! Special bonus: extra poop jokes.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben have a mid-life crisis. But don't worry - it's actually just a celebration of the crew's 50th episode! The team discusses the difference between activated and triggered abilities, answers the question “what MTG item would you buy with an unlimited amount of money?” and the gals ponder the ethics of dating vampires. Plus: the hosts answer a “Dear Abby” letter from a listener and Elspeth pays Maria a surprisingly creepy number of visits in a big way! You don't want to miss this one.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben get all Thanksgiving on your ass and list of the things in MTG they're thankful for. PLUS! Learn why it's really not okay to be a jerk when you play, pro player Matthias Hunt talks about some of the crazy new standard decks he's seeing at tournaments, and the game of Pick, Lick, or Flick gets extra licky!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben dive deep into the topic of planeswalkers. Who are they? What do they want? Why are they here? Plus: the crew ponders making out with robots, speculates about upcoming cards for Born of the Gods, and Ben tries to stump the amateurs with his new game, “Terminology Time!” It's a whirlwind of adventure that ends with an MTV-style reality dating show featuring Theros cards. Seriously.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben give you the lowdown on the recent high-profile MTGO crashes and why Wizards is temporarily removing certain online events. (Bonus: Ben does a spot-on Brian Kibler impression). PLUS: The basics on mulliganing, Card-Of-The-Week makes a comeback, and the gang lays down some sweet freestyle raps inspired by Theros cards. Did you know all three of our hosts are super white? You'll soon know for sure.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Ben discuss the different types of drafts you can enter in MTGO (Magic the Gathering Online) and let you in on which might be the best kind for you! Plus: learn from Maria's mistakes and find out why double queuing can be a baaaad idea. Meghan and Ben also pitch some rad movie ideas in Flavor Text Theatre and the team creates the card “Narwhal of Hope”. SPECIAL BONUS: Ben does a Kanye impression.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan and Ben go trick-or-treating...sort of! Can Ben guess what “costumes” the ladies are wearing based on cards they've cracked in a Theros pack? Plus: Noobs get some schoolin' about a few MTG slang terms, the crew discuss their favorite Theros draft archetypes, and we give away a box of Theros to one lucky listener! It's so good, it's scary!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan and Ben get back to drafting basics - weighing the benefits of forcing vs. staying open. The trio also discuss their recent successes (and failures) in Theros draft. What have been their most bitchin' strategies for winning? Find out! Plus: Meghan nearly takes home the bacon on Theros Game Day with mono blue, Flavor Text Theatre presents “Theros Slam Poetry” and learn all about Maria's other podcast, “Saturday Night Toilet”!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan and Ben are joined by MTG Pro (and 2011 Rookie of the Year) Matthias Hunt mere hours after he returned back to the states following Pro Tour Theros in Dublin! Matthias gives us the low-down on how teams are formed for the Pro Tour, how they decide what decks to play, and how draft has evolved since the release of Theros. Plus: a new Create-a-Card, we find out what “goldfishing” is, and we tell you how you can win a box of Theros!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan and Ben discuss the greatest hits from Pro Tour Theros! What new constructed decks stepped out into the sunshine? What cards are making waves? (Hint, hint.) Plus: Maria and Meghan share stories from their first ever PTQ, the crew pitches TV shows based on Theros card names, and we tell you how you can win a box of Theros!