Podcasts about CCG

The Magic Dojo was the very first major online gathering spot for the Magic community. In this podcast, I speak with its creator, Frank Kusumoto, to talk all about it.

This podcast is a companion to this year's "Nuts & Bolts" column. I talk all about how to slowly add mechanics to your set.

In this podcast, I talk about a core element of every design: making sure your creatures can get through and help the game end.

This podcast is another in my quest to record a podcast about every Magic expansion. This time, I talk about Mirrodin Besieged, the second set in the Scars of Mirrodin block and a set with one of the most unique Prereleases of all time.

In this podcast, I sit down with Jadine Klomparens, the play design lead for Lorwyn Eclipsed, to talk about how the set was structured and balanced.

Every year, my oldest daughter Rachel and I attend BroadwayCon, a convention dedicated to Broadway, and each year I make a podcast about it, taking all the things I learned and comparing them to Magic design. This podcast is about this year's trip.

In this podcast, I sit down with Neale LaPlante Johnson, the creative lead of Lorwyn Eclipsed, to talk all about the worldbuilding for the set.

I spent eight years working on the Pro Tour overseeing the feature matches and final-day video coverage. Those eight years just happened to overlap with the greatest run in professional Magic where Pro Tour legend Kai Budde won seven Pro Tours in five years. This podcast honors Kai, who sadly passed away last week, talking all about that epic run.

In this podcast, I talk about a very narrow type of design: Magic cards that interrupt the game and initiate a subgame.

In this podcast, I talk about a big theme from Lorwyn Eclipsed called "color matters."

We jump head first into the long awaited adventures of Strixhaven...and then eventually Lowryn in this new offering from renowned MTG writer Seanan McGuire. As a new crop of Students are swept up in the politics of a world very few understand, how will this glimpse into the fan favourite Plane prepare us for the next stages of the overarching Magic story? Story Articles:https://magic.wizards.com/en/storyMusic by Michael Rawcliffe Audio.Bluesky:mtflavouring.bsky.socialTwitter:MTF- @MTFlavouring,Andy- @AndyMannface,Nathan- @TheFoxintheMoon,Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEmU7KIqU4Bcwn2RfcJ-yQMessage us directly!

A common topic on my blog is why some players want to return to blocks. I spend this podcast talking through the various reasons this is unlikely to happen.

In this podcast, I talk all about the vision design for Lorwyn Eclipsed.

In this podcast, I talk about the third set of the Shards of Alara block.

Part of a designer's job involves figuring out what to include and what not to include. In this podcast, I talk about subjectivity in Magic design.

Your favorite cards from Lorwyn Eclipsed just got cuter with fable frames! The Magic Story Podcast joins Aliana Rood and Dalton Pencarinha for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Booster Fun cards. From Bitterbloom Bearer to Eclipsed Elf, there's a fable frame card for every deck. Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.  Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider   Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan   Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider 

In this podcast, I talk about the second set of the Shards of Alara block, Conflux.

In this podcast, I call the upkeep step the appendix of Magic. Why? Listen in as I talk all about the origin and history of upkeep.

Two elves strike up an unlikely correspondence and discover that love can be petrifying. Read the Story: "Star-Crossed" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL Written by Akemi Dawn Bowman Narrated by Tatiana Grey

An ash, rowan, and elder attempt to revive the ancient yew … without awakening an even more ancient power. Read the Story: "Three Dreams, Three Truths" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Ygril leads a group of enterprising boggarts into the lair of Boeb the Terrible, where untold riches and dangers await. Read the Story: "Much Ado About Thieving" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL Written by Tobi Ogundiran Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Corran and Batmouse are joined by Scott Lingrell and the Commissioner of Trivia Dan Tartaglione to create a single list of the Top 8 Star Wars CCG decks that made a Top 8 at a major in 2025.

Everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and turned over 50% of all Magic into Universes Beyond...or something. Andy and Nathan take a look at Avatar the last Air Bender as it's depicted in MTG. Is this set's apparent step up in quality against other UB sets be enough to quell the grumbles of Magic purists or will the cycle of cynicism continue?Music by Michael Rawcliffe AudioBluesky:mtflavouring.bsky.socialTwitter:MTF- @MTFlavouring,Andy- @AndyMannface,Nathan- @TheFoxintheMoon,Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEmU7KIqU4Bcwn2RfcJ-yQMessage us directly!

Welcome to the last episode of 2025 for our podcast, Under the Surface! In this episode, SVL: Santavy vs Labute - The HoliDAVE Edition, get cozy with this special holiday edition of "Under the Surface"! Chris Williams and Dave Thompson are here to share laughs, swap stories, and spread some cheer as they chat with CCG's always-jolly Principal Scientist, Martin Santavy. From the wild beginnings of programming to the everyday adventures of debugging, this episode takes you on a fun-filled ride through the world of computational chemistry. There's plenty of laughter, a sprinkle of science magic, and a whole lot of heart as we talk about the quirks of coding and the power of good communication. Whether you're a science fan or just love a great story, come join us—grab your favorite mug, settle in, and let's celebrate the season together!  Listener discretion is advised. Subscribe & listen to all episodes of our podcast: https://bit.ly/3WQGPKY  Follow us on LinkedIn & X

Elementals clash while Tam and Maralen's lives hang in the balance. Shadowmoor's prince finds his courage.  Read the Story: "Episode 7: The Charm Dissolves Apace" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

As war rages, the boundary between Lorwyn and Shadowmoor shifts, and a familiar face returns.  Read the Story: "Episode 6: Full of Hateful Fantasies" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

There are a lot of costs you can pay other than mana. In this episode, I talk about different types of resources in Magic.

This is my fourth and final episode talking about 30 big design evolutions since I started working at Wizards of the Coast in October 1995. This is based on a three-part series I did in my Making Magic column.

Maralen and the students run afoul of a former ally. Lluwen and Kirol seek a precious flower. Read the Story: "Episode 5: If We Shadows" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Kirol finds a friend, Abigale makes a splash, and the students meet a queen in crisis. Read the Story: "Episode 4: Fetch Me That Flower" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Ajani and Liliana investigate the first-years' disappearance. Meanwhile, Shadowmoor descends on a kithkin village where the Strixhaven students have taken refuge. Read the Story: "Episode 3: Aweary of This Moon" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

The students unleash a terrifying beast. Elsewhere, a faerie queen uncovers a mystery. Read the Story: "Episode 2: Shake Off Slumber"  Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Four first-year Strixhaven students stumble through an Omenpath to a strange new world.  Read the Story: Out of This Wood  Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

This is part three of a four-part series talking about 30 big design evolutions since I started working at Wizards of the Coast in October 1995. This is based on a three-part series I did in my Making Magic column.

In this episode, I talk about how the color pie has evolved over the last three decades.

Delve into the mysteries of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor with The Magic Story Podcast! We sat down with Narrative Designer Neale LaPlante Johnson and Art Director Deborah Garcia for a behind-the-scenes look at Lorwyn Eclipsed. Learn all about the weirdest and wildest creatures and creations from Magic's most pastoral plane. Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast. Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider

In this podcast, I sit down with Melissa DeTora, the leader of the Casual Play Design team, to talk about Commander design.

This podcast is part two of a four-part series talking about the 30 big design evolutions since I started working at Wizards of the Coast in October 1995. This is based on a three-part series I did in my Making Magic column.

Melanie Smith runs TWO businesses simultaneously: A Recruiting & Staffing Agency (TRG) A Coaching & Consulting Business AND she is finishing her undergrad degree. AND she is a mom. If anyone had an excuse to say "I don't have time," it was Melanie. But she joined the Classy Career Girl® Career Coach Certification anyway. Why? Because she needed structure to stop the overwhelm. Before certification: She was "serving everyone" and felt scattered between her two businesses. After certification: She has a clear "Recruiting Lane" and a "Coaching Lane." She uses the 90-day planning method to manage her time and has successfully launched sold-out VIP days. Melanie's advice? "We have a lot of issues with 'starting over,' but when I really look at it... you get to take all that experience with you and turn it into purpose." Don't let "busy" keep you from "fulfilled." Congratulations on your graduation, Melanie! We are so proud to have you representing CCG in Turks and Caicos! To learn more visit: https://www.classycareergirl.com/certification-waitlist #CareerAdvice #MidCareer #Entrepreneur #CareerCoach#Inspiration

Return to the land of light and shadow with Lorwyn Eclipsed! Join Natalie and Harless for a history lesson on the Great Aurora, the reign of Queen Oona, and the ever-shifting landscape of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor. And if you're as hungry as a giant to start exploring the plane, check out Lorwyn: First Light on D&D Beyond and tell a tale of your own! Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.  Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie KreiderWritten and directed by Jubilee FinneganCo-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider

This podcast is part one of a four-part series talking about the 30 biggest design evolutions since I started working at Wizards of the Coast in October 1995. This is based on a three-part series I did in my Making Magic column.

In this podcast, I talk all about the design of the fourth set in the Lorwyn-Shadowmoor block, Eventide.

In this podcast, I sit down with Lead Set Designer Chris Mooney to talk about the design of Magic: The Gathering® | Avatar: The Last Airbender™.

In this podcast, I talk about the design of every card with Mox or Lotus in the name designed as a spiritual successor to Limited Edition (Alpha)'s Moxen and Black Lotus.

This podcast is all about how to start a podcast of your own.

This episode talks about why it's good for R&D to design around a format you play.

Sometimes, the greatest design skill is to never give up. In this podcast, I talk about times it took a while for an idea to make it to print.

This podcast is another in my "Lessons Learned" series where I talk about sets I led or co-led and walk through all the design lessons I learned. This time, I discuss Murders at Karlov Manor.

I just returned from New York Comic Con. This podcast talks all about it.

When the Commander Format Panel visited Wizards, I gave a presentation pitching why I felt it was important to change how hybrid worked in Commander. This podcast goes over the contents of that presentation and explains my reasoning for the change.