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?”

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner

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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.

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner

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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.

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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!

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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.

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.”

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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.

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner

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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.”

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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?!

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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!

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner

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Everyone remembers their first time. Especially their first time experiencing Magic the Gathering Online! That’s what this episode is all about! Come along for the ride as Maria, Ben + guest host Dan delve into the depths of the seedy underbelly of the virtual world that is MTGO. Plus: fabulous “milkshake” cards are born in the Create-a-Card segment, Dan tells the story of the most offensive t-shirt he ever saw (it was in Japan) and everyone gets a little ramped up over the concept of mana ramping.

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In this episode, Maria + Ben are joined by guest hosts Taylor + Dan for some Two-Headed Giant shenanigans! (And believe me, there are plenty of shenanigans.) The team covers the fun of multiplayer, the shame of keeping 1-land hands, and what on earth “tongue thrusting” is. Plus, Create-A-Card is back with *three* new cards! Also, find out why pimps prefer Sketchers Shape Ups.

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner
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In this episode, Maria, Ben + guest host Nels return in a blaze of glory – exploring all sorts of juicy MtG topics! From the differences between the Pro Tour and Grand Prix to a SWEET Simic deck to an even SWEETER Create-a-Card segment involving none other than the Kool-Aid man. We also pose this question: Did Biovisionary really even think about the consequences of cloning himself? Because there are definitely downsides. Bonus: Nels forays into MTGO and *you* might be able to pick his username! Make it a good one!

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In this episode, Maria + Ben are once again joined by guest host Nels! Need some quick pointers on the Gatecrash guilds? Our team goes through what you need to do to make your drafts/sealed decks shine. Plus, find out why Meghan is on a pancake boat, hear all about Nels’ seedy love affair with a Frilled Oculus, and we give you some culture with Flavor Text Theatre! Oh, did I mention we crack two booster packs from “The Dark”? They’re from 1994! That’s practically the stone age!

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In this episode, Maria and Ben are joined by guest host (and fellow Magic amateurian) Taylor! They dive into a lot of common Gatecrash questions, chat about their fav new Gatecrash cards, and explain what percentage of Catholocism is potion-based. Plus, find out what kind of MtG player you are with Maria’s sexy Cosmo Quiz! The gang also invents an adult film based on ET. You read that right.

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Usually broadcasting from the frozen northland of Minnesota, in this episode, the team takes a trip to sunny Texas for the Gatecrash prerelease! Besides taking naps outside in 70-degree weather – Maria, Meghan and Ben record live at a midnight prerelease party, give some amazeballs tips on how to build a pretty sick sealed deck, and talk about their initial Gatecrash impressions. Bonus: Ben invents a card inspired by Meghan’s sleepiness. What could it be?! Hint: It could be awesome.

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In this episode, Maria and Ben are joined by guest host Nels – who began playing Magic in 1994 and has since left the game. Can they convince him to come back? And can they convince him to regale us all with his crazy 90s Magic stories? I bet they can! Ben also explains how to splash (without hitting the seat) and we come up with nine, count ‘em, nine distinct uses for Dramatic Rescue. You’ve got to listen to believe it.

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Maria and Meghan might be amateur players – but Magic the Gathering Pro Dave Yetka sure isn’t! He stops by the podcast to chat with our burgeoning addicts and gives them some sage Obi-Wan-like advice. Our crew talks about “broken” decks, the sweet benefits of going pro, and how to falsely hibernate your pet tortoise. Also, where do you stand on making Magic-themed adult toys? Maria says “yes,” Meghan says “WTF.”

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Drafting is one of the best things about Magic the Gathering. But what cards should you pick and when? Should you favor bombs or removal? SO MANY QUESTIONS! Our hosts sort it out for you. Plus, you’ll get a sweet history lesson about MtG’s roots, hear Maria and Meghan’s Innistrad Cards of the Week, and Ben goes to a wedding! Oh, and Meghan plays the Duels of the Planeswalkers app through the entire episode. So get ready for that.

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner
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In this episode, Maria, Meghan and Ben go in-depth about the “stack.” What it is, why it’s there, and how new players can benefit from knowing how the heck to use it. Also, our hosts quiz Siri on her Magic the Gathering knowledge, Ben eats a cookie, and Maria and Meghan share their Great Moments in Addiction. It’s everything you could want from life and more. Trust us. We know where you live.

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In this inaugural episode, Maria and Meghan begin their journey into Magic obsession, aided by resident Magic expert, Ben. The trio discusses their very first draft experience (Ooo, exciting!), pick out their Cards of the Week, lay out some amaze-balls tips for learners, and make fun of Ben’s paleo diet. Plus, just what exactly is a “decoy muffin?” You’ll have to listen to find out, people!

Your Hosts: Maria Bartholdi, Meghan Wolff, and Ben Gartner
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