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 altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Get the CCO 1" pin before they're gone! https://www.commandercookout.com/product/CCOenamelpin/86 Please check out Dufferin Ave Media Network! We are so excited to be involved in such a cool new project: https://www.dufferinave.com/ Watch the DAMN Network on YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@dufferinavemedianetSocial media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Please check out Dufferin Ave Media Network! We are so excited to be involved in such a cool new project: https://www.dufferinave.com/ Watch the DAMN Network on YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@dufferinavemedianetSocial media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER or CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/ At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

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 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

MagicCon Chicago is right around the corner. With a major upcoming event, I take a closer look at why deck selection is so important when it comes to maximizing your experience. And, in true CadPop fashion, I find a way to connect that o our every day lives. Join me. 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

It's not often that you get all your friends in one spot to play Magic. Last weekend, I got just that! Tune in to listen to my gameplay analysis and weekend-of-Magic recap. 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

This week, I finally get to sit down with my good friend MAC and talk all about a new piece of content that we are working on together! Join us and hear about our new passion project: Commander History! 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

This is it! I'm finally cutting decks! Maybe... Yes, I've decided. Wait, no. Come on a little journey with me to find out, what really goes into important MTG decisions. 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

After the great reception that last week's episode had, I decided to think about cleaning house and organizing my EDH decks. It can be tougher than you think to get rid of any. I start by asking the question: How many decks is too many decks? My answer might surprise 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 thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

As we usher in the new year, it's important to remember to do the little things that fill our lives with pride, joy and accomplishment. I give a few examples of things I've checked off my to-do list over the holidays and highlight how MTG/Commander have helped me realize how important they really are.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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

Things are getting down to the wire for 2023. This week, I cover my favorite cards that were not selected as part of my top 5 cards for 2023. Additionally, I go deep on a few cards that seemed to be very popular in the CadPop community. Come finish the year off strong with me! 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

With CadPop 269, we continue looking at the year that was 2023. We take a closer look at each set that was released along with cards that effected the format in a major way.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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

I kick off the holiday season with a couple of MTG adjacent Christmas Miracles. Then, the 2023 wrap up begins. How are we going to decide what the best cards of the year have been?! In this first of a double recording session, I start by identifying all the products that launched this year and how they effected Commander. 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

When is there finally enough of a certain card, or card type, to create a deck? How strict does one have to be in order to make a theme deck? Is it OK to sacrifice deck power for theme inclusions. All this and more on CadPopCast 267! 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 Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CCOPodcasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout