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Trading card games are so hot right now. You've got Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-OH!, Riftbound, One Piece, Lorcana, Flesh & Blood, and, like, a dozen more. The whole economy around TCGs has only been accelerated by millennial nostalgia. With 90s kids cresting into their 40s, they now have the funds to chase that foil Charizard they've always wanted. Well we're on a mission to break into that market. This week we're pitch nostalgic TCGs based on properties that have never come to cardboard. Matt is appealing to a particular type of gamer. Todd is appealing to a particular type of athlete. Kyle is appealing to himself in particular. The title of this week's episode was selected by our Patrons in our Discord Community! If you want to help us choose the next one, join our discord, and/or get some bonus content, become part of #ButtThwompNation at patreon.com/debatethiscast! Have you seen our Instagram? instagram.com/debatethiscast Have you seen our YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/@debatethiscast Want to send us an email? debatethiscast@gmail.com MERCH! We have that! Right now you can go on the internet and order things that say Debate This! On them! All you need to do is head to MerchThis.net and give us your money! Ever wanted socks with the DT! logo on them? Well now you can get em! One more time that website is MerchThis.net! Properties we talked about this week: Thomas the Tank Engine, The Railway Series, Thomas and Friends, American Gladiators, Animorphs, Ticket to Ride, Magic: The Gathering Arena Music for Debate This! is provided by composer Ozzed under a creative commons license. Check out more of their 8-bit bops at www.ozzed.net!
For episode 765 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Alladan Flinn, the founder of Based Trading Cards, a California-based premium collectibles company built around Bitcoin culture, original art, nostalgia, education, transparency, and true scarcity. Through Based Trading Cards, he has created limited-run releases that combine collector-first print runs, rare chase cards, specialty finishes, and award-winning production quality. The brand’s latest collection, The Simulation, was produced in partnership with RRD and features advanced embellishments including thermal inks, glow effects, sunlight-revealed inks, and raised 3D holographic patterns. Flinn is focused on raising standards in the trading card industry by creating cards that are not only fun to rip, but meaningful to collect, grade, hold, and preserve.New Based Trading Cards collection Orange Pill in a Pack Series 4 - The Simulation' and it's premium bundle called 'The Experience Box'. See links below. https://basedtradingcards.com/pages/opp-s4-the-simulation https://basedtradingcards.com/pages/opp-s4-experience-box
Fünf Jahre Hobby, unzählige Streams, Podcasts, Events und Gespräche mit euch – und jetzt beginnt für uns ein neues Kapitel. Wir sprechen ausführlich über unsere neue Partnerschaft mit Fanatics Collect und vor allem darüber, was sie für Das Hobby und unsere Community bedeutet. Bleiben unsere Formate unabhängig? Können wir weiterhin Topps und Fanatics kritisieren? Was verändert sich bei Streams, Events und Giveaways? Und welche neuen Möglichkeiten entstehen dadurch für euch? Außerdem blicken wir auf den kommenden Collector's Day, sprechen über unseren aktuellen One-Piece-Film, CGC vs. PSA und darüber, warum sich Sportkarten beim Design und bei der Kartenqualität vielleicht einiges von TCGs abschauen können. Und ganz nebenbei beweist Alex noch, dass seine Talente offensichtlich weit über Sportkarten hinausgehen. Eine Waschmaschine, ein Leinenanzug und ein überflutetes Wohnzimmer spielen dabei eine nicht ganz unwichtige Rolle.
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In deze aflevering van Side Quest bespreken we onze lange, leuke wandeling in Big Walk. We genieten enorm van de co-op game en vertellen jullie er alles over. Sjaak mag eindelijk vertellen dat hij al 10 uur Star Wars Zero Company heeft gespeeld en daar enorm van geniet. We bespreken ook het GTA 6 nieuws rondom Netflix, Blizzard die erg lekker gaat en we hebben een uitgebreide analyse van House of the Dragon.(00:00:00) Mopperen over onze TCGs'(00:02:28) Intro(00:03:08) Hoe is het met Sjaak(00:03:38) Hoe is het met Tom(00:05:58) Hoe is het met Nick(00:06:23) Big Walk(00:27:23) Star Wars Zero Company(00:47:00) Marvel TOKON(00:50:38) Vraagjes uit de chat(00:56:28) GTA de serie op Netflix(01:08:47) Blizzard gaat goed(01:11:57) House of the Dragon(01:39:08) One Piece?(01:42:23) Jack Ass Best and Last(01:49:18) Better call Saul(01:55:28) Doei
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Nota do Editor: No inicio deu um pique no audio de geral, mas depois fica tudo certo, blz? Fiquem em paz.Fala galera, blz? No episódio de hoje, Pedrão convocou Fábio Hoffman mais uma vez, juntamente do Gabriel e do Narumi para falar desses tais TCGs, e se o mercado brasileiro ainda se importa com eles. No caso, com as cartas e não os participantes do cast. Vem conferir.Acesse o site da Ludo3D e use o código CORUJA5 para aproveitar 5% de desconto.Apoie a Coruja!: https://www.catarse.me/losttokenbgQuer comprar alguns dos jogos citados? Compre na Pittas Board Game e use o nosso cupom CORUJACAST para garantir seu desconto, vem conferir.Está em BH e está à procura de um lugar com comida boa e ambiente agradável para jogar? Visite o Ludocafé.
View all cards mentioned in this episodeAndy and Anthony first talk about their upcoming series of interviews related to Cube For a Cause: Obscura. The event will feature 17 secret Cubes from 17 well known designers created just for the event. Until the first packs are cracked, the contents of each have been kept completely unknown. Each episode in the series will feature a designer talking about their plans going in before the event and a post-mortem discussion of how their cube played.With announcements and logistics out of the way, Andy and Anthony open up the mailbag and answer some questions from listeners.Discussed in this episode:Our Patreon where you can support us for faster releases of the Obscura InterviewsAndy's Videos on YoutubeRyan Overturf's VideosDegenerate Cuber featuring Lucky Paper crossed out in the thumbnailBook Recommendations:A Pattern Language by Christopher Alexander, Sara Ishikawa, and Murray SilversteinA People's History of the United States by Howard ZinnBlindsight by Peter Watts. The full text is available here for free from the author.The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le GuinInfinite Jest by David Foster WallaceTop Reddits:r/ramenr/fermentationr/kojir/xbikingr/tattooadvicer/tattoobeginnersIf you'd like to show your support for the show, please consider backing Lucky Paper on Patreon or leaving us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen.Check us out on Twitch and YouTube for paper Cube gameplay.You can find the hosts' Cubes on Cube Cobra:Andy's “Bun Magic” CubeAnthony's “Regular” CubeYou can find both your hosts in the MTG Cube Talk Discord. Send in questions to the show at mail@luckypaper.co or our p.o. box:Lucky PaperPO Box 4855Baltimore, MD 21211Musical production by DJ James Nasty.Timestamps0:00 - Intro2:03 - Opening up the Mailbag5:06 - Obscura9:34 - Patreon Support for Bonus Episode Releases15:51 - Obscura Interview Series17:52 - Andy's Youtube Videos20:45 - How have we managed to keep the podcast going so long?24:12 - What's a sign a cube isn't for you?25:30 - What does 'winning' mean for a cube designer?28:00 - What's up with that time you stabbed yourself?33:47 - What's the biggest argument Andy and Anthony have had?38:03 - What are your favorite dishes the other cooks?40:54 - Recommend some books.43:22 - What are your top subreddits?48:59 - What are your other favorite TCGs or other games?
Josh is back from the 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention, and his experience inside the building looked a little different from the version of The National that took over social media.Was this really an unprecedented, overcrowded National? Were the lines as bad as they looked online? What were collectors actually buying? And is paying extra for early entry the single best National hack?Josh breaks down five days at the show, his 2008 Upper Deck Tom Brady autograph pickup, meeting AEW's Kyle Fletcher in the wild, the Panini VIP experience, National-exclusive packs and what the hobby's biggest card show actually felt like from the floor.Then we get into a few massive hobby conversations:• Shohei Ohtani's one-of-one Back-to-Back Gold Logoman reportedly selling for $11 million• Whether an $11 million modern card can really establish a market• Why Pokémon, Lorcana, One Piece, Magic and other TCGs continue to explode• Whether Pokémon needs separate products for players and high-end collectors• PSA's staggering 12.4 million-item backlog• Why another grading company may have an opportunity while PSA remains overwhelmedPlus Josh runs through what's new at Grand Slam Cards, including Topps Chrome Update Basketball, the Cooper Flagg debut-patch chase, upcoming baseball and racing releases, and more.And we finish with a baseball stat involving Shohei Ohtani and Pete Crow-Armstrong that had never happened before.Because every card has a story.#SportsCards #TheNational #CardCollecting #TalkingShopPodcast #ShoheiOhtani
In this episode, Jonathan and Jeffrey sit down with the incomparable Samantha Katz, a woman whose life story blends Wall Street innovation, cocktail‑world community building, and the birth of one of New York's most influential distilling movements.Recorded at Dear Irving on Hudson, the conversation moves from laughs to jaw‑dropping revelations as Samantha shares how she went from creating environmental markets at age 19 to becoming a central figure in New York's craft spirits renaissance.
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Paul and Alec recap their adventures at Gen Con, checking out the Naruto Card Game and other TCGs. Plus our review of the amazing new Spider-Man movie!
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Dr. Beckett discusses how job seekers can use the National as the best place to connect with most major hobby companies, compared with smaller shows, and urges “free agents” to present themselves as problem solvers with a clear, direct elevator pitch and a digital resume. He advises candidates to research the full hobby ecosystem (manufacturers, grading/authentication, auctions, platforms, content, comps, supplies, distributors, TCGs) and be transparent about potential conflicts of interest from buying/selling or live-streaming. Beckett encourages looking beyond obvious roles, not pushing leadership too early, and considering grading, especially TCGs and modern cards, as a growth path, including practicing to improve and retaking grading tests or starting in pre-grading. He emphasizes courteous booth outreach, targeted company lists, follow-up, and defining success as making connections and securing interviews. 00:21 Why the National Matters 01:22 Pitch Yourself Clearly 02:30 Conflicts and Side Hustles 03:42 Know the Hobby Ecosystem 04:54 Look Beyond Obvious Roles 05:51 TCGs as Career Growth 07:35 Grading Path and Practice 10:52 Working the Show Smart
Charmer is off in a galaxy far far away so I recruited a friends from across the pond! Irish megastar (I guess?) Ian Holland joined me to talk...about 50% #fabtcg and whole lot of what makes life grand!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.ggPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
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Grab the merch! Also, we talk about a LOT of #fabtcg! However, the top 12 weirdest pie conversation is probably the best part of this episode...Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.ggPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
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Conspiracy theories. Midrange. Jund talk. Pie. And a Charger's Chamber of Charcoal guest!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
Every day, every week, gaming headlines seem to hit us with yet another gut punch of terrible news. So...what should we do instead of spending our energy angry and sad while constantly taking in those headlines?MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESEthan Kairoshttps://timehollow.fandom.com/wiki/Ethan_KairosChris finally released a new video, talking about Yakuza and Kamurocho as a location. Go watch!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9OTTzTaEzATODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgCHAPTERS00:00 Come in, the water is fine08:15 The water is also...fine with TCGs! Probably!11:04 If you haven't been playing indies...what the heck!21:29 So many games already exist, so many27:13 On the walled garden console experience32:51 Don't hate us, but other hobbies also exist41:00 Don't forget to actively pursue some creativity too51:23 In short, you don't gotta be a doomer58:51 We're sorry for bullying you Xbox, but,1:03:30 How far does Watto get in our last played game? (Urkman1) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Welcome back to the Pod of Greed! This week, Paul and Alec recap their weekend at Anime Expo and the NRG TCG Night Market, discuss the Cyberpunk TCG and new Azuki TCG, and return to the ongoing war between PlayStation and its fans. It's a rough one.
We are indeed cursed, and yes we talk about it. All of it. And pie.Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
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Pie, positivity, and community with two guests from our wonderful Flesh and Pod Family in Allison Oram and Michael Brown!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
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Real talk in the FaPosphere today...but also pie.Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
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The Chamber of Charcoal has opened once again as we welcome US Nationals competitor and Patron of Flesh and Pod Brandon Hartman to the show! This is a long one with a wide range of topics and of course...PIE!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
It's 2026 and while Magic: The Gathering has grown enormously over the past half a decade on the back of Universes Beyond, a ton of other TCG's have arrived on the scene trying to crave out some space for themselves. Magic and Pokémon stand above the rest to be sure, but how has the landscape changed with the likes Star Wars, One Piece, Flesh & Blood, Riftbound, ect entering the market? Tune in to find out what Graham, Wheeler, and Ben have to say about the matter on this week's episode of TapTapConcede. This podcast is sponsored by Card Kingdom. Ordering from Card Kingdom? Tell them “LRR sent me, button please!” for a one inch button with a Magic goof on it. http://cardkingdom.com/LRR Sponsored by Dragon Shield, use LRRMTG5 to get 5% at checkout on https://www.dragonshield.com Support LRR: http://patreon.com/loadingreadyrun Merch: https://store.loadingreadyrun.com Discord: https://discord.gg/lrr Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/loadingreadyrun Check out our other channels! Video Games: http://youtube.com/LRRVG Tabletop: http://youtube.com/LRRTT Magic the Gathering: http://youtube.com/LRRMTG Comedy: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyRun Streams: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyLive #Magic #TTC #lrrmtg
It's 2026 and while Magic: The Gathering has grown enormously over the past half a decade on the back of Universes Beyond, a ton of other TCG's have arrived on the scene trying to crave out some space for themselves. Magic and Pokémon stand above the rest to be sure, but how has the landscape changed with the likes Star Wars, One Piece, Flesh & Blood, Riftbound, ect entering the market? Tune in to find out what Graham, Wheeler, and Ben have to say about the matter on this week's episode of TapTapConcede. This podcast is sponsored by Card Kingdom. Ordering from Card Kingdom? Tell them “LRR sent me, button please!” for a one inch button with a Magic goof on it. http://cardkingdom.com/LRR Sponsored by Dragon Shield, use LRRMTG5 to get 5% at checkout on https://www.dragonshield.com Support LRR: http://patreon.com/loadingreadyrun Merch: https://store.loadingreadyrun.com Discord: https://discord.gg/lrr Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/loadingreadyrun Check out our other channels! Video Games: http://youtube.com/LRRVG Tabletop: http://youtube.com/LRRTT Magic the Gathering: http://youtube.com/LRRMTG Comedy: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyRun Streams: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyLive #Magic #TTC #lrrmtg
In this episode Doug & Michael talk about the latest news including Amigo reprints and Asmodee. They also debate who spends more money, Trading Card Game Players or Board Gamers, followed by there takes on dice or cards as randomizers. A new segment, Great Moments in Gameschooling, highlights a father son design project. Lastly, they reveal their favorite games from 2021.00:00 - Introduction to Board Game Radio03:14 - Reflections on Recent Conventions06:04 - Industry Trends and Revenue Insights08:16 - New Game Releases and Updates11:16 - Amigo Games Finding Homes13:58 - Asmodee Crowdfunding Report16:56 - BoardGameGeek Origins & Gencon Previews20:11 - What's On Your Mind?20:48 - TCG Players or Board Gamers30:17 - Dice vs. Cards: The Randomizer Debate35:15 - Great Moments in Game Schooling: Baseball Card GM48:44 - List Time: Top Games of 2021
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Charmer is back. It is currently under evaluation whether or not that is a good thing.Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
This week, Alex is joined by Golden Gauntlet caster, professional podcast haver, and top-tier competitor: KM Best! The duo kicks things off by discussing the joys of casting Marvel Snap tournaments, how the game compares to physical TCGs like Rift Bound and Magic: The Gathering, and the ongoing onboarding challenges for new players. Alex also comes clean about a hilarious YouTube scheduling error that had fans panicking about missing work.Then, they dive deep into the current meta and the massive New Season Preview!Jeff the Baby Dolphin & Kitty Pryde: Alex and KM discuss how the new "Empowerment" green power meta is causing beloved cards like Jeff and Kitty to catch massive strays from Shadow King, who is currently dominating the competitive scene.Monstro: Why did this 8-Cost, 8-Power octopus result in Alex's worst-performing YouTube video in four years? They debate the clunkiness of top-deck reliance and whether Monstro is actually better than Howard the Duck.Jubilee (Silver Surfer): Evaluating the pass-through buff potential of this new 4-Cost card and whether she can compete with the likes of Maverick and Stick.Quicksand: They break down this brand-new 2/4 tech card (complete with a hilarious typo in the game client) and discuss why it might be the healthiest, most balanced disruption card Second Dinner has ever printed to combat bonus energy.Join Alex Coccia and special guest KM Best as they chat about this and more on this episode of The Snap Chat—and catch Cozy and Alex every week as they discuss all things Marvel Snap.Have a question or comment for Cozy and Alex? Send them a Text Message.You've been listening to The Snap Chat. Keep the conversation going on x.com/ACozyGamer and x.com/AlexanderCoccia. Until next time, happy snapping!
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Omens prerelease weekend is finally here and limited #fabtcg returns. But is it any good? Is it any fun? Patreon Pal Christian Hammer aka: ElDorte is on with Logan from Switzerland to break down what Omens has to offer! More importantly though...chocolate and cheese talk!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
The great #fabtcg Rules and Policy Manager Joshua Scott was in the hot seat this time answering questions, breaking hearts, and giving us the rundown on all things Omens of the Third Age! So of COURSE we subjected him to the latest round of Random Bullsh*t Go! Oh and LOTS of pie talk...Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.socialJoshua BlueSky: @jjscott.nz
What does it mean to hold real authority in a card room? Matthew Fox has spent years as a judge for TCGs like Magic: The Gathering and Star Wars: Unlimited, and returning guest Paul Hoppe managed the graveyard shift at a casino poker room. Together they compare notes on what it actually looks like to make a call when there's money on the table and the rules don't quite cover the situation.They dig into the structure of authority in both worlds, from the chain of appeals that runs from dealer to floor to shift manager, to the parallel system TCG judges use, and why explaining your reasoning when you make a ruling matters more than most people realize. A Foxwoods story, in which three different floor staff gave three different rulings on the same type of string raise in under an hour, becomes the perfect illustration of why arbitrary enforcement is corrosive to trust in any game.The conversation also covers how intentionality changes the analysis when players cross lines around language and conduct, why genuine cheating is rarer than new judges expect, and how the very young Star Wars: Unlimited judge program is building policy precedent in real time.Paul Hoppe writes a weekly newsletter on poker and life at ZenMadman.com. **************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, an Ethical Panda podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check out our website to find out more about this show and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! Keep up with our latest news and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.TikTok · Twitter/X · Instagram · Facebook · EmailJoin the conversation in the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes — and you can even give membership as a gift. Sign up here.You can also support us through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers, run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master Alan.Use Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one-year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.
What's better than conversations about pie? Conversations about pie with our friend Isuardi Therianto! We also talk #fabtcg and dive into the latest rounds of Random Bullsh*t Go!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.socialIjur BlueSky: @ijur.bsky.social
Charmer has scabs! We have Log! #fabtcg had a Calling! Kassai won! Etc.!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
Charmer didn't die! And we're back with a new segment to make him regret returning! Oh and the obligatory #fabtcg Omens of the Third Age spoiler talk...Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
Charmer did not report for duty so it's the first ever SOLO EPISODE of Flesh and Pod! Can't let the #fabtcg train derail just because one host was MIA after all!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
#fabtcg took the week off, but we didn't. However, this may be our shortest episode ever and no I didn't check...Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
Welcome to the Golden Age of TCGs!!!Trading Card Games or TCGs started in 1993 with Magic the Gathering!Then they were CCGs or Collectable Card Games. The term is now interchangeable.They were HUGE into the early 2000sKC and Andy have boxes and boxes full of just about every one ever made.BUT...TCGs saw a massive resurgence during the pandemic. Nostalgia, lots of time sitting around playing games with family and especially influencer attention.In 2020, sales on eBay went up 142%.Now, it's bigger than ever with collecting, investing and, oh yeah, playing the games too!The gamer bros will discuss The TCG Golden Age, the ups and downs of it and, of course, tell you about 3 amazing TCGs that anyone can play that they think you will love!!!
Welcome back to another episode of The Discussion Phase! On today's episode, we catch up on some recent plays and talk about Adepticon, TCGs, and create a game of our own. Join in on the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/zjgCHefYtn
#fabtcg people the wrestling talk starts at about the 55 minute mark. Plan accordingly.Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
A good day to take a trip through the illustrious history of #fabtcg and just talk utter nonsense!Subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fleshandpodCheck us out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lWbhCfWe're available on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3dF4IQ3Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/nrGegbag4uQuestions and comments can be sent to @fleshandpod.bsky.social on BlueSky, as well as fleshandpod@gmail.comMerch!: gamergoblin.gg/collections/flesh-and-podPod BlueSky: @fleshandpod.bsky.socialDarick BlueSky: @charm3r.comLogan BlueSky: @loganpetersen.bsky.social
Corbin (@CHosler), DJ (@CardgardenMTG), and Liz (@devotedDruid) are all back to talk about TCGs coming into sporting goods stores, Legacy, and Ban List. Check us out on YouTube because everything is better with video. https://www.youtube.com/BrainstormBrewery
This week, Alex is joined by MTG and Marvel Snap content creator: Gregor! The duo kicks things off by talking about the wider world of physical TCGs—from Pokémon and Riftbound to Magic: The Gathering—and how those skills translate directly to climbing the ladder in Marvel Snap.Then, it's time for new card reviews! Alex and Gregor break down the upcoming Objective cards:Caliban: Why this card completely fails in Affliction decks but might be the secret missing piece for Doom 2099.Selene: A 4-Cost card that effectively brings 14 points of value? The hosts discuss why she is a 4-Star powerhouse for Patriot and Zoo decks.Ozymandias: Are we entering a new "Rock Meta"? Breaking down how this card synergizes with Sandstorm, Debris, and Armor.Next, the hosts sit down for a massive "How to Make Marvel Snap Better" brainstorming session. They beg Second Dinner for more Deck Slots, demand an overhaul to the stale Season Pass rewards, pitch UI improvements like a "Goldfish" practice mode, and rage against Golden Tickets ruining Collector's Reserves.Finally, they open the Mailbag to discuss Alex's "Red Pip" Token Shop conspiracy and why Second Dinner needs to let players test-drive new releases in Grand Arena to combat card acquisition FOMO.Join Alex Coccia and special guest Gregor as they chat about this and more on this episode of The Snap Chat—and catch Cozy and Alex every week as they discuss all things Marvel Snap.Have a question or comment for Cozy and Alex? Send them a Text Message.You've been listening to The Snap Chat. Keep the conversation going on x.com/ACozyGamer and x.com/AlexanderCoccia. Until next time, happy snapping!