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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Modern Horizon 2 Previews - Dauthi Voidwalker a...
We've got not one but two exclusive preview cards for Modern Horizons 2, they're both black and really strong!
51 min
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What is the Future of Magic Pro Play?
Wizards unceremoniously signaled the end of Magic Pro League without any announcement about the future. This week we're trying to figure out what is going on!
91 min
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Magic's Most Iconic Cards
Magic has been going strong for nearly 30 years, so in all that time, what is the most iconic card of each type and color?
59 min
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Modern Horizons 2 Predictions!
The Most Modern-focused set ever made is getting a sequel next month, so let's speculate about what's in it!
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Learning the Lessons of Strixhaven
We're wrapping up our final part of the Strixhaven Modern Set review. What power lies in the Learn/Lesson mechanic?
61 min
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Strixhaven - A Masters of Modern set review, pa...
We are deep in Strixhaven Spirit Week and ready to finish our review of the Strixhaven cards with Modern potential
76 min
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Introducing my wife to Magic, through Strixhave...
Strixhaven is a magical school for new wizards, and so Alex is introducing a new wizard, his wife Whitney, to Magic through the Strixhaven set. Tappy and Carson join in the fun as they explain Strixhaven to a Magic outsider.
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Strixhaven - A Masters of Modern set review, pa...
Time to put on our Modern hats and look at Magic's latest set. What does it add to our favorite format?
69 min
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First looks at Strixhaven, Lorehold, and the Wi...
Lots to talk about this week, with the full Strixhaven spoiler out, so let's dive in!
51 min
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EXCLUSIVE Strixhaven Preview Card!
Strixhaven: School of Mages is nearly here, and we've got an exclusive preview card!
55 min
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Post-Pandemic Magic is On the Horizon!
The pandemic has been trying for all of us, but one thing we are looking forward to is gathering with our friends after vaccines roll out.
75 min
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Universes Beyond - Magic: The Licensing!
From Walking Dead to Lord of the Rings and Warhammer 40K, Magic's getting wild. Is that a good thing?
70 min
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The Time Shifted Sheet is Amazing!
Time Spiral Remastered is about to drop and we are sooooo excited about the special Time Shifted sheet, granting every pack a special card
50 min
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EXCLUSIVE Time Spiral Remastered Preview Cards ...
This week we've got 3 preview cards to share from Time Spiral Remastered! We talk all about our favorite block, why it's the best, what our favorite lands are, and more.
61 min
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Why play cEDH? with Braden of the cEDHcast!
Ben and Alex have come to understand that cEDH is a really different format than regular Commander, but what is cEDH really about? This week we've got Braden from the cEDHcast on to talk all about the cutthroat format.
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Catching up with WotC's Glenn Jones
Way back when, Glenn Jones was an original cohost of this podcast, and now he works at Wizards. We figured it was time to catch up with him!
72 min
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Gods, Alter Sleeves, and Modal Double Faced Cards
Kaldheim is filled with Double Faced Gods, have MDFCs become too important to let go? Also, we have a special deal from Alter Sleeves that you won't wanna miss!
52 min
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Masters of Modern - Top 10 Kaldheim cards for M...
Kaldheim is fully released and we're here to rave about the 10 best new cards for Modern
109 min
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The Problem with Arena's Economy
Magic's premiere digital platform is really punishing for brewers. We're discussing the ins and outs of Arena economy this week.
42 min
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What is Lasagna Tier?? with Dan Sheehan
We were perplexed to learn about a new level in Commander called by some "Lasagna Tier" so we asked Dan Sheehan on to tell us all about it.
62 min
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Kaldheim Previews Are Here!
Magic's most metal set this side of Mirrodin is upon us and we're stoked over the new cards and mechanics!
69 min
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Our Favorite Modern Cards - Green
Over the holdiays, we counted down our favorite five Modern cards. Today we're talking all about Green!
20 min
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Our Favorite Modern Cards - Red
Over the holdiays, we counted down our favorite five Modern cards. Today we're talking all about Red!
25 min
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Our Favorite Modern Cards - Black
Over the holdiays, we counted down our favorite five Modern cards. Today we're talking all about Black!
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Our Favorite Modern Cards - Blue
Join us as we look at our favorite modern cards of all time, this time in Blue
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