The MM Cast

Previously "The Masters of Modern" The MMCast is your weekly insight into the various Magic: the Gathering formats, with hosts Alex Kessler, Ben Bateman and Michael Grothe. We break down all aspects of the game, from deck archetypes to new releases, deck techs and predictions!

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Binks Brews 002: The Meta of the One Piece TCG
Are you a fan of One Piece but find the idea of learning a new game daunting? Good news! We have a new show that will teach you the very basics of the One Piece TCG. This week Xell joins us to talk about where the met is right now and what if anything should be banned
114 min
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Where is Modern in 2024? w/ Eli Loveman
We are back to talk all things Modern, rom the current meta to what needs to go. And to help us break it down we are joined by Magic Pro Tour winner Eli Loveman.
53 min
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How to Play The One Piece Trading Card Game for...
Binks Brews Podcast: Episode 1 Are you a fan of One Piece but find the idea of learning a new game daunting? Good news! We have a new show that will teach you the very basics of the One Piece TCG. We hope you like it!
88 min
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Murders at Markov Manor Set Review Part 2
PART 2!!!!! It's 2024 and there are murders to solve! Murders at Markov Manor drops soon and we are here to talk about what we think could impact Modern. Please let us know what you will be hoping to open for your deck!
61 min
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Murders at Markov Manor Set Review Part 1
PART 1!!!!! It's 2024 and there are murders to solve! Murders at Markov Manor drops soon and we are here to talk about what we think could impact Modern. Please let us know what you will be hoping to open for your deck!
65 min
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Pioneer Bans and Full Set Reprints
Happy Holidays! Modern wasn't the only format to to see bans. Pioneer saw 2 bans and 1 unban. This week we discuss what we think of those changes and go over the idea of reprinting entire sets instead of masters sets. Let us know what you think!
30 min
7
Modern Gets a Shake Up
Happy Holidays! Modern has been shaken up. With Beans and Fury both gone, does Scam stick around, what decks are playable now, and is it safe to play x/1s again? Let us know what you are brewing up now that the format has been altered
55 min
8
Jurassic Park: Universes Beyond Review
We're back with special guest Whitney Kessler to review the new Jurassic Cards. What do you think of this crossover and what do you want to see next from Universes Beyond? Let us know!
75 min
9
Unban Everything? Unban EVERYTHING!
At the time of recording a new ban list is set to drop soon. This week we propose that instead of hitting things like Ring, Bowmaster, or Fury we let it all loose. Join us as we attempt to solve Modern (and every other format). Is this the right idea? Let us know what you think!
41 min
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Wilds of Eldraine Modern Set Review
Wilds of Eldraine is here! This week we take a look at what cards we think will show up in Modern. Are you brewing with any of these, or did we miss anything? Let us know!!
77 min
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Pro Tour LTR and Final Fantasy Set with MyHands...
We've finally had another Modern pro tour. This week we are joined by Magic TikToker MyHandsAreBlank to breakdown the metagame and what sort of an impact Lord of the Rings has had on the format. We also touch on the upcoming Final Fantasy set and what we can expect from it.
89 min
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Commander Masters Set Review
The full spoiler for Commander Masters is out! This week the guys take a look at the new cards from the precons along with some of the reprints. What are the hits and what are the misses? Let us know what you think!
82 min
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The Impact of Chase Cards in Magic
The One Ring has been found! This week we take a look at the evolution of Magic products and the discuss the impact that chase cards like the serialized have on the game.
66 min
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Lord of the Rings Artisan EDH Set Review
Lord of the Rings added 44 new Artisan legal commanders. This week producer and Artisan EDH enthusiast is joined by Mavis of the Artisan EDH discord to discuss just how impactful this set is to the Artisan EDH format.
79 min
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Lord of the Rings Modern Set Review!
The full set for Lord of the Rings is now out. Is the power level of this direct to Modern set on par with the previous MH sets or will we only see a few select cards show in decks? These are some of our picks for what will see play in Modern. Did we miss any? Let us know!
116 min
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Lord of the Rings Preview Card!
Spoiler season is here for Magics newest direct to Modern set based on The Lord of the Rings, and we are fortunate enough to have not 1 but 2 preview cards for you! What do you think of these cards and what do you think of the set so far? Let us know!
48 min
17
The Fallout From Aftermath
We're back! After a bit of a break we have a new set to talk about. March of the Machine: Aftermath is out and its existence is dividing the players. Is Aftermath good for Magic and can it, along with the changes to standard, save the standard format? Let us know what you think!
78 min
18
Definitive Land Cycle Tier List!
What do you think the best land cycles in all of Magic are? This week Alex ranks nearly every land cycle to determine once and for all which ones are the best and which ones are completely unplayable. Do you agree with the final list? Make your own using the link below and let us know what you think!
44 min
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What is the WORST Color in Modern?
Over the last few years a lot of work has been put in to make White not the worst color in Commander. This week we take a look at each colors representation in Modern to find out what color is the weakest in the format. Do you agree? Let us know!
73 min
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March of the Machine Battles and Mechanics
MoM previews are here! While we wait for the full set to be previewed we are here to dissect the mechanics of the set. Did we shot call battles? Will Vampire Hexmage be banned!? What are you looking forward to from this set? Let us know!!
69 min
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First Impressions of Magic X LotR
Magic's massive crossover with Lord of the Rings is just around the corner and we have our look as some of the cards from this direct to modern set. Will this set warp modern like the horizons sets!?
77 min
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Phyrexia: All Will Be One Modern Set Review!
For the first time in what seems like forever we are diving in to the All Will Be One to give you our modern set review! What cards have you been testing and did we miss any of your favorites? Let us know!
89 min
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First Look at March of the Machines
WE ARE BACK! After a brief hiatus for Magic Philly along with a few other things we are back to take a look at the first cards spoiled from March of the Machines. Plus we try to come up with our own partner cards we would want to see. Thinking about brewing with any of these? Let us know!
58 min
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Phyrexia: All Will Be One Mechanics and First Look
ONE spoilers are here! This week we take a look at the new mechanics from All Will Be One and try to figure out where the fit in the modern format. Next week is our Modern set review so let us know if there are any cards you want us to talk about!
97 min
25
This Deck is the Child of Twin and Pod!?
This may be the new best deck in Modern. This week Rebell joins us to talk about a deck that could be described as Twin meets Pod. Is Grinding Station Breach that good? Let us know what you think!
66 min