Commander ad Populum

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. Especially if you're into altere

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 benefits associated with being a patr

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 you're into altered-art cards!Big t

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 associated with being a patron. Especiall

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 official sponsor of Commander ad Pop

With Magic the Gathering, like in many areas of life we seek to become proficient in, a wide variety of exposure over the course of time is what it takes to be successful. Come hear my expanded thoughts on the matter as I recount a very interesting panel attended at MagicCon Chicago. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated wi

After another week of reflection post MagicCon Chicago, I dig deep into what it means to lead an MTG community with examples based on the structure large events can provide. Combine that with the fantastic culture that large events exhibit and you've got a great recipe to build a fantastic new community. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great b

Come along on my early-access tour of the MagicCon show floor and hear about the highlights of the show! Come hear about the best parts of being physically present at the largest type of Magic convention in the world. And, about a few things that can always be improved upon. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being

This week, we're bringing back the set retrospectives with a look back at the history of MTG's Universes Beyond product launches. Join me for a brief history of time! 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 official sponsor of Commander ad P

This episode has been a long time coming. I look to conclude my thoughts given way back on Episode 234 of CadPopCast, with the help of a listener email. This week, we take a 10,000 foot view on the topics of guilt, making the most of your knowledge of the format and the guilt some people feel when they win a game of Commander.Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There