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Gaby and Mashi take a look at the mechanics of Innistrad, as well as what's coming next year to the world of Magic.Timestamps12:19 - Innistrad Midnight Hunt Mechanics 25:40 - Store Championship 34:28 - 2022 Standard Releases50:25 - Ancillary Products and Universes BeyondSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksMagic Showcase Announcements

With digital mechanics and spoiler seasons coming from all sides, Gaby and Mashi discuss if it's getting to be too overwhelming to follow.TimestampsJumpstart and Digital only mechanics - 15:00Are there too many spoilers? - 41:38 Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksJumpstart Historic Horizons details

Gaby and Mashi jump right into Adventures in the Forgotten Realms, with takes on the mechanics, flavor, and more!TimestampsAFR Dungeons - 13:25Flavor text in mechanics - 26:24Flavor of the set and expectations born from D&D lore - 38:00Final thoughts on AFR - 56:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan

The winds of change are coming - Gaby and Mashi weigh in on Modern Horizons 2, the future of Pro Magic, and more.TimestampsThe death of the MPL - 12:45 Modern Horizons 2 Dive - 28:14Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksMPL cancellation announcement

Gaby and Mashi weigh in on the massive announcement drop this week, covering topics from the D&D crossover set to Modern Horizons 2 (and more)!TimestampsModern Horizons 2 News - 10:39Adventures in the Forgotten Realms News - 31:27WPN Play and Arena Announcements - 43:43Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksSummer of Legend Article

Gaby and Mashi take a look at the latest Strixhaven reveals, while also tackling artistic plagiarism and Arena on Mobile!TimestampsAll about Strixhaven - 07:18Crux of Fate plagiarism - 37:07 MTG Arena on Mobile - 50:40Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksJason Felix's tweetCrux of Fate side by side comparison

Gaby and Mashi unveil MagicFM's first preview cards, and they are about what you'd expect (let's just say that lands are NOT safe). They also discuss Universe's Beyond, as Magic is opening its doors to tons of new IPs.TimestampsTime Spiral Remastered previews! - 13:00Universe's Beyond announcement - 24:09Hasbro reorg announcement - 39:20Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksMagic's Voyages to Universe's BeyondHasbro Reorganization

Gaby and Mashi make a tier list...of the positives and negatives of tier lists. They also check in on Kaldheim and Arena Mobile in an action-packed episode of MagicFM.TimestampsIs ranking players bad? - 08:00Checking in on Kaldheim - 38:21Checking in on Arena Mobile - 45:01WotC developer roadmap - 53:40Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksMTG Arena State of the GameMTG Arena Mobile FAQ

In a special episode of MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi announce a new schedule, and take a look at Kaldheim spoilers and MTGO news alongside it.Timestamps08:26 - MagicFM moving to monthly announcement12:00 - More Kaldheim Previews! 51:56 - Mythic Tokens and MTGO Subscription Model?Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksCFB Box BreaksScryfall PreviewsMythic Tokens

There have been a ton of Kaldheim previews this week, so Gaby and Mashi dive in, covering the new cards, mechanics, and more (as well as a check-in on MTGA Mobile).Timestamps10:00 - New Kaldheim planeswalkers25 :00 - Discussing the Kaldheim new and returning mechanics 47:19 - MTGA for mobile early access53:12 - Cassette tape mystery in influencer's crates Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksNiko Aris storyTyvar Kell storyMo...

Gaby and Mashi close out 2020 strong, reviewing this wild year and seeing how many of their wishlist items came true (plus making a new wishlist for next year).Timestamps10:00 - Year in review43:10 - Checks and bricks47:46 - Wishlist for 2021Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan

Everyone loves preview cards, but should Wizards be paying the creators for previewing them? Gaby and Mashi share their thoughts, and explore the consequences of such a change.Timestamps10:54 - Should Wizards pay creators for previews?Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksSpice8Rack's twitter threadCube April's tweet

In a special episode, Gaby and Mashi interview first-time Pro Tour competitor Carolyn Kavanagh on her experiences qualifying for and competing in the Zendikar Rising Championship.Social MediaCarolyn - @MightyLinguineMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksCarolyn's TwitchSupreme Verdict VideocastFAM: Friends and Magic

This week, Gaby and Mashi tackle the Reserved List in depth, and it may surprise you where they land on it (unless you think they hate it, in which case you're right).Timestamps17:30 - All about the Reserve ListSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksReserve List

This week, Gaby and Mashi cover the unique situation that two MOCS competitors found themselves in last week, while also examining just how expensive Arena has gotten. Timestamps12:32 - Reversal of match outcome at the MOCS42:00 - Rising cost of Arena, especially HistoricSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksMJ's statementOliver's tweetSaffron Olive's tweet 1Saffron Olive's tweet 2

Gaby and Mashi go to the mailbag this week, answering questions that range from what their unluckiest break was to their favorite Magic art, and much more.Timestamps12:00 - Questions start Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksSlow Cooker Zuppa Toscana

Gaby and Mashi discuss the changes they like about MPL/Rivals league play, while expressing their displeasure about supreme draft and alternate art in the Vintage Cube.Timestamps19:00 - MPL Weekly vs. Weekly League Play 41:00 - Vintage Cube Art and Supreme DraftsSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksCube Alternate Art MTGO Supreme Draft Schedule

Jeweled Lotus blew up the internet yesterday - Gaby and Mashi cover all things Lotus, as well as Arena's mobile delay and Hasbro's earnings call.Timestamps15:00 - Jeweled Lotus48:10 - Hasbro earnings report interesting tidbits + mobile delayedSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksCube April's TweetPatrick Chapin's TweetEarning's Report

Gaby and Mashi celebrate their 52nd episode by doing a giveaway, talking about when we might return to paper Magic, and discussing the WotC rules that led to a high-profile retirement this week.Timestamps02:00 - 52nd Episode Celebration Plans and Giveaway16:00 - WotC Suspends In-Store Play Until January34:54 - WotC employee / spouse co-habitation rules Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksVirtual GP Twitter ThreadWotC Suspends I...

Did enough cards get banned to make Standard awesome? Gaby and Mashi investigate, while also attempting to decipher the latest MPL announcement.Timestamps13:51 - Deciphering the Magic Pro League season announcement32:00 - Standard bans and a new metagame Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksBanned and Restricted announcementMagic Pro League announcement

The dead haven't finishing walking, so Gaby and Mashi go hunt some more Zombies, while also revealing plans for MagicFM's one-year anniversary!Timestamps17:14 - The Walking Dead Secret Lair updates since last week 52:16 - Our plans to celebrate episode 52!57:40 - Brief chat about the Grand FinalsSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksJesper's TweetHasbro Annual ReportThe Walking Dead Secret Lair

The dead are walking, and Gaby and Mashi have a lot to say about it, while also checking in on Standard post-ban.Timestamps10:58 - Thoughts on bans and the state of MTG31:40 - The Walking Dead Secret Lair ReactionSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksUro ban announcementThe Walking Dead Secret Lair

Gaby and Mashi talk about how bans are needed (and coming) just days after Zendikar Rising's release, while also going over the MTGA Developer Roadmap.Timestamps17:50 - All about bans and predictions47:03 - Developer Roadmap and exciting future plansSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksAmong Us house rulesBan announcementDeveloper roadmap

Gaby and Mashi give their first impressions on Zendikar Rising before taking a critical eye to all the exciting things that happened at the Mythic Invitational.Timestamps10:46 - Zendikar Rising First Impressions31:38 - Mythic Invitational Post-MortemSocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinks

Gaby and Mashi talk Cube this week, focusing on how to build a cube and highlighting sweet cube themes sent in by listeners.Timestamps09:25 - Intro to everything Cube36:06 - Cube variants from listeners! Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksCube variants from listeners twitter thread Magic the Deck-building rules guide

We saw an incredible slate of Magic announcements this week - listen to hear Mashi and Gaby enthusiastically review all of them, including a crossover we've all been waiting for.Timestamps10:00 - MTG Roadmap and News 50:14 - Zendikar Rising Mechanics Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksZendikar Debut and Announcement Zendikar Rising Mechanics

On this week's MagicFM, Mashi is joined by exceedingly special guest LSV to talk Hall of Fame, Supreme Draft, and answer listener questions!Timestamps5:56 - HOF Changes18:00 - Supreme Draft24:30 - Q and ASocial MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastLuis Scott-Vargas - @lsv Mashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksHOF AnnouncementSupreme Draft

On this week's MagicFM, Denis from Scry Me a River joins the podcast, and Gaby and Mashi show him that the grass is definitely greener on the other side of the river.TimestampsQuestions start at - 10:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastDenis Stranjak - @StranjakGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksScry Me a River podcast!

On this week's MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi take a look at what Amonkhet Remastered brings to the table (and some of the implications of how it's been released), as well as checking in on post-ban Standard.TimestampsAll about Amonkhet Remastered - 11:00Checking in on Standard Post Bans - 38:36Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksAmonkhet Card ListRedbull Untapped Lists

On this week's MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi take a good look at how the Arena Opens are run, as well as covering the fallout from one of the most sweeping ban announcements ever.TimestampsAre Arena Opens Predatory? - 13:58Biggest Ban Announcement Ever - 37:10Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksHistoric OpenBan AnnouncementLuis D&D Tweet

On this week's MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi take a crack at what the new Zendikar Set Boosters bring to the table, discuss the upcoming PT Finals Top 8, and Gaby goes over her Top 8 Boardgames!TimestampsPT Finals Delayed Top 8 - 12:00Set Boosters Announcement - 25:00GenCon Online - 42:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksDominaria Refresher CourseTop 8 ProfilesSet Boosters AnnouncementPastimes Magic EventsGenCon ExhibitorsGencon Streaming

On this week's MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi are joined by special guest Jana Amari to cover all things content creation, from streaming and growing your audience to how avoid burning out.TimestampsFinding a Place on MTG Content Creation - 09:40Growing your Twitch Channel - 23:15MTG and Twitch Burnout - 35:43Balancing Content Creation and Real Life - 47:03Going Full Time - 53:10Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastJana Amari - @JanaAmariChanGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLin...

On this week's MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi break down the complex Organized Play announcements that lay out the three next seasons of OP, as well as weigh in on how the recent ban announcement shook out.TimestampsOP Changes Breakdown and Zendikar Rising Split: 12:20Banned and Restricted Announcement : 41:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksBanned and RestrictedZendikar Rising SplitMagic Pro League Updates

Gaby and Mashi open the mailbag for this week's episode, and handle questions that range from what they'd cut from the Vintage Cube to the best life hack they've learned this year.TimestampsQuestions Begin: 08:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan

On this week's MagicFM, Gaby and Mashi take an exhaustive look at the Content Creator program, going over the good, the bad, and their suggestions for how to improve it. They also weigh in on the removal of Lizbeth Eden from the program, a move that's created a lot of controversy.TimestampsWizards Content Creator Program, Good and Bad: 12:20Lizbeth Eden Removal : 32:24Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @Gaby SpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksLizbeth's StatementImage from...

Mashi is joined by honorary co-host LSV, and they unpack the Arena State of the Game, talk about the Player's Tour experience, and give their first impressions of M21.TimestampsMTGA State of the game: 04:51Player's Tour Recap: 32:10M21 First Impressions: 49:10Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastLSV - @LSVMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksJune State of the Game

Gaby and Mashi chat about Jumpstart, how the Player's Tour went, and grade themselves on their M21 guesses from two weeks ago.TimestampsPlayer's Tour recap: 17Jumpstart: 32 Core 2021 teaser answers: 44Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksJumpstartBlogatog Teasers

This week on MagicFM, Mashi and Gaby discuss the rules against ghosting in this weekend's Player Tour, the emergency ban of Winota in Historic, and the aftermath of WotC's ban of cards they deemed racist or culturally offensive.TimestampsWotC's new rules about ghosting and outside assistance: 6:32Winota emergency ban: 20:00Depictions of racism in Magic cards: 29:32Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksReid’s ghosting threadWinota emerg...

The ban announcement is in, and along with it is the biggest power level errata we've ever seen. Gaby and Mashi discuss this and some sweet Core 2021 teasers on this week's MagicFM.TimestampsDiscussion on Bans: 5:22Maro's 2021 Set Teaser and Guesses: 25:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksBan announcementMaro's Core 2021 teaserDog in Meadow tweet

Gaby and Mashi are joined by extra-special guest LSV, and they go over a ton of different options for the upcoming companion change, as well as weighing in on what might get banned (and their thoughts on Double Masters).TimestampsCompanion Predictions: 11:00Double Masters: 57:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastLSV - @lsv Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksAnnouncementBlake ConfirmationDouble Masters

This action-packed episode features a giveaway for 100K downloads, Gaby and Mashi's reaction to the recent bans, and a breakdown of the huge changes to Organized Play, plus info about some sweet tournaments coming up.Timestamps100k downloads CFBPro giveaway: 09:18Ban announcement: 11:47Arena open and CFBPro showdown: 20:18OP Announcement: 34:39Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksBuylist Bonanza Ban announcementArena OpenCFB Pro Showd...

Gaby and Mashi are joined by Hall of Famer Martin Juza, and the three of them talk bans, win trading, and listener questions for Martin.TimestampsWin Trading Follow-Up: 12:35 Ban Predictions: 23:00Questions for Martin: 40:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastMartin Juza - @MartinJuzaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksWin Trading LSV TweetBan Predictions

Is the shuffler really rigged? Does Arena start to put you on the draw more if you win too much? Find out what's fact and what's fiction when it comes to Magic conspiracy theories on this week's MagicFM!TimestampsConspiracies Start: 05:33Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksShuffler is definitely wrong threadWin trading in Pauper / VintageAnalyzing shuffling in a million gamesICR bug suspicion ICR bug fixedPremier draft not working as...

For this week's episode, Gaby and Mashi chat about the Viper Pit 3Fast5Furious tourney that Gaby hosted (and competed in), as well as what the move to sunset planeswalker points means. They also go over some sweet MTGA announcements, with Cube drafts being the highlight.TimestampsViper Pit 3: 15:00 Sunsetting Planeswalker Points: 23:00 Historic Announcements + MTGA Cube Drafts: 44:25Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksSunsetting Plan...

For this week's episode, Gaby gets the band back together. Gaby, LSV and Paul talk about everything Cheon, from streaming, to coverage, to working at Wizards, and more!*Note: Due to technical difficulties, Mashi drops out of the podcast at around 14 minutes in, and Luis joins in!TimestampsQuestions start at: 8:00LSV Joins in: 14:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastPaul Cheon - @HAUMPHGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLuis Scott-Vargas - @lsv LinksCheontaur Shirt

This week, Gaby and Mashi revisit their assumptions about Ikoria, and surprisingly come to the conclusion that it may actually be a better experience in paper than digital.TimestampsCFB Pro - 11:00April State of the Game - 21:00Cube Sealed - 50:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksApril Arena State of the GameCube Sealed

This week, Gaby and Mashi cover everything Ikoria, and ask themselves whether this is our first set designed more for the digital world than the physical one.TimestampsIkoria First Impressions - 11:19Ikoria Mechanics - 17:20Ikoria Concerns with the Paper Set - 33:40Cards We're Excited For - 40:47Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksIkoria MechanicsIkoria Full Spoiler - Note: This wasn't out by the time of this recording

This week, Gaby and Mashi are joined by special guest and streamer extraordinaire, Kenji "Numot the Nummy" Egashira. They talk Esports, streaming, and much more.TimestampsWizard Esports Update - 12:00Questions for Kenji - 19:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastKenji Egashira - @NumotTheNummy Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksEsports UpdateRed Rocks Meeee

This week, Gaby and Mashi talk about all the new ways that you can continue to experience Magic (and the gathering) online! They also have a blast discussing teasers and news about Ikoria, the next Magic set!TimestampsMagicfest Online - 09:09FNM at Home - 27:00Ikoria Teasers - 37:03Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksMFO Online Info SheetFNM at Home Info

LSV joins Gaby and Mashi this week for an episode filled with stories, nonsense, and listener questions (with a bare minimum of talk about the Corona virus).TimestampsQuestions start at - 06:15Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLuis Scott-Vargas - @lsvLinksLR Lookback on Kyoto Finals

Andrea Mengucci joins Gaby and Mashi to talk #menguccicuisine, Cube, the recent bans, and more - you wont want to miss this spicy episode.TimestampsQuestions for Mengu - 08:00Cube Breakdown - 24:00Thoughts on Bans - 58:00Social MediaMagicFM - @MagicFMPodcastGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanAndrea Mengucci - @Mengu09LinksBanned and Restricted AnnouncementGaby's Vintage Cube - You can draft it! She'd love to see it if you do :)

In this week's episode, Gaby and Mashi discuss Cube coming to Arena (in Sealed form), what's getting banned on Monday, and the debate around Rivals potentially getting additional invites.TimestampsAre Rivals being invited to the PT Finals? - 09:19What's getting banned on Monday? - 30:09Arena March state of the game: 49:00Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlanLinksElenbogen's tweetArena March state of the gamePredictions for bans

Join Gaby Spartz and Mashi Scanlan as they take a variety of listener questions, touching on topics like Worlds, game shows, and more!Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftLinksQuestions Tweet

Gaby and Mashi discuss Ninja's take on the will to win, Worlds, and whether they like the idea of buying cards through financing.TimestampsWorlds Recap - The Good and Bad: 10:39Ninja's Gaming Tweet: 34:30MageMarket.com's Monthly Financing: 56:54Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftLinksNinja's TweetMage Market's AMA

Gaby and Mashi are joined by Riley Knight as they discuss the PT in Phoenix, 8-player drafts on Arena, how closely rules should be followed, and more!TimestampsPT Phoenix Lowdown: 12:008-Player Drafts and Rules Following: 28:00 MTGA for Mobile: 50:39Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftRiley Knight - @RileyquarytowerLinksFebruary State of the GameSpin the Wheel segment HalfArsedHistry

Gaby and not-so-special guest LSV discuss new product offerings, the breakout deck that's taking over Pioneer, and what Organized Play is telling (or not telling) players about how to achieve their goals.TimestampsUnsanctioned: 03:00Cassandra's OP Discussion: 15:00Pioneer Shakeup: 42:36Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartz LSV - @lsv

Gaby and Mashi go over the Ask Me Anything that WotC Organized Play did on Reddit in this week's action-packed Magic FM.TimestampsAMA: Starts at ~10:00m Social MediaMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzLinksWotC Tabletop AMAA

TimestampsMatt Nass: 03:00Theros First Impressions: 11:50Modern Bans: 28:30OP Announcement Retraction: 42:30Social MediaMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMatt Nass - @MatthewlNassLinksBanned and Restricted announcementGP Points Cat RetractionOrganized Play for Dummies

Going to a big Magic event can be intimidating, so Gaby and Mashi break down everything you need to know, from how to get there, what to bring, how to call a judge, and much more.TimestampsPreparing for your first MagicFest - 07:00Social MediaMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzLinksMagicFest GP Schedule 2020

Gaby's triumphant return leads to conversations with Mashi about Theros previews, busted combos, and whether old or new cards should get banned when a new combo pops up.Timestamps Players Tour and Breaking Heliod - 14:12Theros Previews - 30:00Social MediaMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzLinks

Mashi and not-so-special guest LSV discuss the good, the bad, and ugly from 2019, as well as going over their 2020 wishlist.Timestamps2019 Year in Review - 03:192020 Wishlist - 47:29Social MediaMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftLSV - @lsv

Mashi and LSV discuss the roadmap for Organized play, Pioneer bans, and take a first look at Theros.TimestampsPioneer Bans: 03:33Organized Play Roadmap: 11:13Theros Previews: 47:56Social MediaMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftLSV - @lsvLinksMagic playing poll

Mashi and Gaby take a look at the Worlds formats, suspended Pioneer cards, and if Brawlidays is a bust.TimestampsLimited at Worlds: 7:27 Historic Suspensions: 30:00Brawlidays: 44:55Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftAndrew Baeckstrom BK - @abaeckstLinksDecember state of the gameMerchant video Arenabrawl.net

Gaby and Mashi chat about discretionary invites to Mythic Championships, as well as bidding a not-so-fond farewell to Grand Prix byes.Apologies for the (Mashi) sound issues this week, we had some connection issue and it shouldn't be a problem next week - GabyTimestampsBye Bye Byes: 03:55Discretionary Invites: 17:31Secret Lair Community Reaction: 45:37Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftLinksByes AnnouncementSecret Lair Poll

Gaby and Mashi are joined by special guest LSV as they discuss Standard Bans and how the grind affects mental health.TimestampsNovember 18 bans: 04:24Mental health in gaming and the grind: 31:45Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftLSV - @lsvLinksPlay design lessons learned article Oliver's twitter threadSperling's job after magic article

Mashi and Gaby are joined by special guest Bloody as they discuss the exciting Arena announcements and survivorship bias in the world of Magic.TimestampsArena State of the Game: 03:10Survivorship Bias: 40:19Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeftBloody - @BloodyLinksState of the game article

The Mystery Boosters have been unveiled, and Gaby and Mashi share their thoughts on the surprise. They also discuss Pioneer Bans (too many? too few?) and fractional invites in this week's MagicFM!TimestampsPioneer Bans: 06:27Fractional Invites: 25:04Mystery Boosters: 44:31Social MediaGaby Spartz - @GabySpartzMashi Scanlan - @ThaGuyOnTheLeft

Are bans an acceptable cost for powerful and exciting Standard cards? Do Arena draft bots really deliver a highly replayable experience? Gaby and Mashi tackle these questions and more on this week’s Magic FM. Timestamps:Are we ok with aggressive bans? 7 minutesArena bot draft burnout: 41 minutesDraftable Commander?! 58 minutesLinks:Paul’s pizza video: https://twitter.com/HAUMPH/status/1188887850156060672?s=20Commander announcement: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/big-t...

This week, Gaby and Mashi are joined by special guest LSV as they tackle the outcome of the recent Standard bans, the announcement of Pioneer, and whether ghosting is ethical or not.Timestamps:Standard Bans: 3 minutesPioneer: 14 minutesGhosting: 37 minutes

Each week, Gaby and Mashi cover the latest and greatest in Magic news and events. For their inaugural episode, they discuss Standard bannings, buy-a-box promos, and whether Standard is being solved too quickly.