MTG Commander Smiths Podcast

Episode 397: 

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This week we’re diving into the Boogeymen of Commander 👻 — those commanders that make the whole table groan the second they hit the playmat. You know the ones… the scary generals that strike fear before the game even begins. 😨

Adam and Lowery each break down their Top 5 most intimidating commanders — the ones that warp games, draw instant hate, or just have that repu...

Episode 396: 

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We’re talking about two big topics in the world of Magic!

First up… we break down the best card draw in Commander — the engines, spells, and sneaky cards that keep your hand full and your opponents jealous. Then we dive into the current state of Secret Lairs… what’s working, what’s not, and why we think Wizards needs to shift away from limited inventory and toward prin...

Episode 395: 

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We’re back... and it’s another Malört-fueled adventure! 🥃💀 We hit our raffle goal last week, so buckle up — things might get a little wild.

This week we’re diving deep into the Secret Lair Superdrop coming at the end of October, plus giving an early look at the upcoming PlayStation crossover Secret Lair! 🎮🔥

We’ll go through all the reprints, new cards, and value br...

Episode 394: 

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We’re diving into the spooky side of Magic this week with a full breakdown of the Secret Scare Superdrop 👻🕷️ From creepy new art, to wild crossovers (Jaws, Iron Maiden, The Office mashups, and more), to value adds like the rainbow foil Cryptic Command bonus — we’re covering it all.

We’ll talk about what excites us, what feels a little off, and what we’d like to see i...

Episode 393: 

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It’s time to talk Universes Beyond! 🌌 This week we’re diving into how UB is going so far — do we like it, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how Wizards could improve going forward. We’ll also share the franchises and crossovers we’d love to see next. If you’ve had strong opinions about Secret Lairs, Warhammer, Final Fantasy, Fallout, or Spider-Man… this is the episode f...

Episode 392: 

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We’re going full Spidey this week! 🕷️🕸️ We’re counting down our Top 10 Commanders from the brand-new Spider-Man set AND our Top 10 Cards overall for Commander! Expect some spicy picks, a few debates, and of course... plenty of laughs as we each pick our Fav 5 in classic CommanderSmiths style. If you’re hyped for this set or just looking for the best new toys for your...

Episode 391: 

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We’re swinging into the Spider-Verse Secret Lair Superdrop! 🕷️💥 Wizards dropped a whole batch of Spidey-themed goodies and we’re breaking down every single drop. Not only are we looking at the art and reprints... but we’re also adding a brand-new feature—grading each drop overall. Don’t worry, the break point numbers are still here, but we’re also giving you our sing...

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🎨 We’re diving into the world of art! We each bring our Fav 5 arts in Magic: The Gathering to the table, highlighting the pieces that stuck with us, blew our minds, or just plain made us say “wow.” From iconic classics to modern masterpieces, we’re celebrating the visuals that make Magic more than just a game... it’s art you can play with.

 

The Commander Smiths talk about their fa...

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We’re shining a light on the hidden gems of Commander — the underused and underplayed cards that deserve way more love than they get. 💎 Sometimes the strongest tech flies under the radar, and we’re pulling together a list of cards that could make a huge impact in your decks but rarely see the table. Expect a mix of spicy utility, clever synergies, and a few “wait… why doesn’t anyon...

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We’re tackling one of the spiciest topics in Commander… the most overused cards in the format. 💥 You know the ones — the staples that show up in almost every deck. But are they really must-plays... or are we just leaning on them out of habit?

We’re breaking down which cards we think are everywhere, why they’re so popular, and when you might want to skip them for something more fun ...

Episode 387: 

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This week we’re going deep into Magic’s most infamous vault — the Reserved List. 💎 We’re talking about which cards we wish could be reprinted, why they deserve another shot at seeing play, and what changes it could bring to Commander and the wider MTG community. Expect some nostalgia, a little wishful thinking, and maybe even a dash of “if we were in charge” fun 🤔💭

The...

Episode 386: 

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We’re talking about the state of planeswalkers! 🧙‍♂️ Since March of the Machine and the big "fall of planeswalkers," Wizards has scaled back how many we see… but lately the ones we do get are way more powerful. We're breaking down how this shift impacts Commander... the pros, the cons... and if we think planeswalkers are finally in a good spot again.

 

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Episode 385: 

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The Commander Smiths have a full plate show today. First we go over the surprise Chaos Vault Secret Lair that popped up today with Crucible of Worlds Galaxy Foil involved. We also go over another round of the Basic Land Tournament. We’re diving into Edge of Eternities with our classic Fav 5-style Top 10! 💥

Each of us is breaking down our Top 5 commanders and Top 5 cards ...

Episode 384: 

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We’re finally back! After a 3-week break, we're live again and diving into Edge of Eternities! ✨

This week we’re breaking down the two Commander Precon decks from the new set. We’ll go over the reprints, all the spicy new cards, and ask the big question: Are these decks worth the price? 💰

Then, we’ll show you how to pimp them out—both on a budget and with some no-holds-b...

🎉 Welcome to the FIRST episode of Magic Password! 🤫🔑 Think you know Magic: The Gathering? Time to prove it!

Magic Password is our brand-new, fast-paced MTG trivia showdown where teams go head-to-head guessing secret Magic words using only one-word clues. It's chaotic... it's fun... and it’ll put your Magic brain to the test! 🧠💥

 

🚨 LIVE 🚨 Episode Here

https://youtu.be/PqpLA7BvZ_c

 

🔥 How to Play:

• Two teams of two

• O...

Episode 383: 

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We’re doing it. The long-awaited Basic Land Tournament is finally here! 💥 16 styles enter... only 1 basic will reign supreme. We’re breaking it all down—voting, arguing, and probably losing friendships over Forests vs. Islands.

PLUS—surprise drop! We got hit with a Sonic the Hedgehog Secret Lair spoiler out of nowhere, and yep… we’ve got thoughts. Gotta go fast... but no...

Episode 382: 

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We're wrapping up our Core Cards for Commander series with a banger episode covering all the color pairings! 💥 From Azorius to Gruul to Orzhov and beyond... we're diving into the best staples and sneaky picks for every two-color combo in Commander. Whether you're just starting a new brew or upgrading an old favorite... we’ve got cards you’ll wanna have on your radar. 🤓�...

Episode 381: 

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We’re keeping the Core Cards series rolling... and this week we’re going full Black Magic 🖤💀 From card draw to graveyard recursion to downright dirty removal, we’re talking all the must-have black cards for your Commander decks. Whether you're draining the table or raising an undead army, these are the tools that make black a powerhouse in EDH!

 

CCC BLACK: Adam:  Blac...

Episode 380: 

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The Commander Smiths talk about their favorite cards in Core Cards for Commander Red edition. We also quick talk about the fiasco of the Final Fantasy Secret Lair and we end with a Stump the Smith Savant. How ever you want to say it. Enjoy!

CCC Red: Lowery Descent into Avernus https://scryfall.com/card/clb/169/descent-into-avernus Sazacap's Brew https://scryfall.com/card/...