Good Luck High Five

In this episode, the gang tries to win big at Grand Prix Vegas! ...just kidding. They're not in Vegas, but it's radio - so no one will ever know (except you). Get ready for a host of inappropriate jokes as our crew cracks a Modern Masters pack, invents a NEW draft format (!!), and shares some of their embarrassing Great Moments in Addiction. Plus, preview the new hit show Mulldrifter Detective...coming this fall to NBC! And, what card would *you* put in your adult film?

Send the kids to bed and crank up the volume, 'cause this episode is all about Ben's first time.......playing constructed. That's right! We're venturing outside of the safe, padded walls of limited to test our strengths in the murky waters of constructed play. But don't worry - there's also a butt-ton of Modern Masters talk, we "Guess That Card" with Flavor Text Theatre, and we discuss what to first-pick when building our '79 Corvette. Plus...what was that sound? Did Ben just tear a foil Dark Confidant in half? OH NOES!!

In this episode, it's gettin' all Modern Masters-y up in here! Maria, Meghan + Ben talk about their experiences drafting the enigma that is Modern Masters. What synergies and colors did they have success with? And what will have the illustrious honor of being chosen as the Card of the Week? Plus: our trio ponders the question of "sex in space?", Maria is sneezed on by her cat, and Meghan invents a new game: "Worm or Wurm?"

In this episode, it's all about change! No, not the stuff you find in your couch cushions - the stuff that happens to you during puberty! Maria + Meghan wax philosophical about the big changes they've undergone as players during the last half-year and Ben explains some important new Magic rules changes. Plus answers to important questions like: Does selling your soul to a demon make your tube-top stay up? What is an Armadillo Clock? And, how many pumps does it take to get to the center of a Beetleform Mage? BONUS! This is the only episode (so far) recorded entirely by candlelight.

In this episode, it's all about draft deck archetypes! Full block Return to Ravnica draft is pretty different that Gatecrash - and our three hosts are ready to muddy their boots, finding out what you should and shouldn't be building around that draft table. Plus: get your game show on with Flavor Text Theatre Presents: "Guess That Card!," Meghan's Euphemism of the Week is especially euph-tastic, Trampoline becomes a Create-a-Card mechanic, and we find out just how much spambots love our show.

Happy birthday to us! To celebrate MtA's 21st episode, the gang - plus guest hosts Dan and Nels - gather together in a dark basement to drink adult beverages, eat chips, and record this podcast. This episode is all about Magic the Gathering slang. So get on your slang hats, and get ready to learn some terms! Plus: we discuss the morality of MtG battle, invent the mechanic "peek," and...basically everyone gets drunk. So get ready for that. It's also our longest episode ever!

In this episode, Maria, Meghan + Ben deal with one of Magic's trickiest subjects: removal. (And various protections from removal.) What does having hexproof mean? How do you get rid of a pesky indestructible creature? And what does "protection" really protect you from? All these questions AND MORE will be answered! Plus: Cards of the Week, Create-a-Card (with some really great new cards) and Flavor Text Theatre Presents: "Goblin Test Pilot: A Drama." This show is everything you could ever want... plus butterscotch ice cream.

In this episode, Maria, Meghan + Ben pit themselves against three professional Magic players in a Dragon's Maze team draft! It's an all-out war! Plus, the pros regale us with a few hilarious stories of just how glamorous life is on the Pro Tour. (Spoiler: one story involves Barcelona, absinthe, and a fateful taxi ride.) Also: find out what REALLY goes on inside a playtesting house as well as how many pizza rolls are consumed. Thanks to pros Matthias Hunt, Dave Yetka, and Kyle Stoll!

Everyone - don't look now - but this just might be our most informative episode ever! On this show, our hosts dive deep into the topic of mana fixing and how to make it work correctly in Dragon's Maze. You'll learn something for once! Plus, Maria + Meghan grab some crazy interviews from the DGM prerelease, Meghan builds her own centaur, and the trio discusses the values of various Russian leaders. Bonus: Euphemism of the Week returns and a mysterious janitor is suspiciously good at math.

On this episode, Maria, Meghan + Ben say a fond farewell to Gatecrash. (sniff, sniff.) But they also give a fond HELLO to Dragon's Maze! The gang talks about a bunch of new cards, ponders what a relationship would be like between Emmara and Jace, and Maria makes a spectacular "deck joke." Plus: an update on the MTGO Clan Wars and a crock-pot recipe for making "Rot Farm Skeleton." Yum!

In this episode, the gang reunites *in person!* That's right! Hosts Maria + Ben are back with Meghan! The name of the game this time around is Legendary Creatures. Our trio explores the possibilities as Dragon's Maze spoilers abound. They also debate what a Legendary Creature's tramp stamp would look like, and how many dates you should go on before you try touching the boobs of Teysa: Envoy of Ghosts. Plus: special segment "Ask Siri" returns as well as a wonderful installment of "Flavor Text Theatre."

In this episode, hosts Maria + Ben (alongside guest hosts Dan and Nels) let loose. The fearsome foursome record in Nels' seedy basement - touching on a variety of topics as well as ingesting a variety of alcoholic beverages. You'll hear about the joys of playing Momir, news about Dragon's Maze, and the incredible world of Duels of the Planeswalkers. Also on tap: an exclusive interview with planeswalker Nicol Bolas, more milkshake cards, and "tickle counters." Yep, it's *that* kind of show.

In this episode, Maria, Ben + guest host Dan host a block party! No, it's not a party on a city block - it's a party about block & set design! Our hosts examine the history of different Magic blocks and speculate about the new upcoming block, Theros. We also learn about Maria's first kiss - which inspires the Create-a-Card segment, and Dan finally learns how to trade on MTGO without being afraid. It's an episode stuffed with Gods, Gatecrash, and something else that starts with the letter "G." 

In this episode, IT'S THE RETURN OF MEGHAN! Well...almost. She joins hosts Maria + Ben via Skype to entertain them with stories of her adventures playing Magic overseas! The team also dives into the concept of the "mana pool," learns lessons about "hooking" (yes, it's a real term) in draft, and invents a card called Shirtless Germans. Bonus: We rate the GTC guildmages. What more could you want out of life?!

In this episode, Maria, Ben + guest host Jim go crazy for duel decks! Find out how they can be a useful tool for beginners - as well as experienced players. (Plus, find out why no Grandma should play Golgari!) Our team also covers other important topics, such as: the history of lands in MtG, the merits of Basilica Screecher, and which animal is the least moist. Also: can you pawn Planeswalker spunk? Maria is on a mission to find out!