Magic Mics Podcast

Evan Erwin
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Magic Mics Podcast

Magic Mics is a weekly Magic: The Gathering podcast focusing on the community, current events, and fun topics each and every week. You can catch the show live at twitch.tv/magicmics or subscribe to us here and ensure you never miss an episode!

  1. 20 FEB

    Fantasy Becomes Reality - Final Fantasy Arrives, TCC Raises Over $500K, Gamestop FNMs & More!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V)   First Pick   Final Fantasy: https://www.ign.com/articles/magic-the-gathering-final-fantasy-commander-deck-reveal-spoilers https://bsky.app/profile/gavinverhey.bsky.social/post/3lifb46fass2l https://bsky.app/profile/gavinverhey.bsky.social/post/3life27okic24 https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/collecting-final-fantasy   Gather the Townsfolk   TCC’s Fundraiser for Trans Lifeline $540K total! https://bsky.app/profile/tolariancommunitycollege.com/post/3lhzlyi3goc2s https://bsky.app/profile/germangaryoak.bsky.social/post/3li6kva5gzc2h https://bsky.app/profile/tolariancommunitycollege.com/post/3li6lui2tz22v https://bsky.app/profile/tolariancommunitycollege.com/post/3liagcgeyjs2y    Rachel Weeks Reworks Commander Brackets: https://bsky.app/profile/rachelweeks.bsky.social/post/3liaihvemes2m   Kai Budde Not Attending PT Chicago: https://bsky.app/profile/kaimbudde.bsky.social/post/3lihrz7lmvc26   Desperate Ravings   Gamestop Hosting FNM: https://www.gamestop.com/fridayNightMagic.html The Finisher   Final Fantasy is finally reality, and so is a universe beyond our own coming to Standard legality. So tell me: what U.B. I.P. are you rooting for to come to Type 2 next?

    51 min

  2. 13 FEB

    Change The Game - CMDR Brackets, Aetherdrift Reactions, Friday Nights is Back & More!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V)   First Pick   It’s Time for a Game Changer! (I’ve Been Here the Whole Time!): https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1338935512068653196/image.png?ex=67ad8d1e&is=67ac3b9e&hm=3c7564916359fd1e534c87dd4bbc6656b73b22581d1b71b4a6341704be8bf788& https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1338936641825542184/image.png?ex=67ad8e2b&is=67ac3cab&hm=020cd1afa8c499b09a2109a75fb7201cd74fe1da3a0782e7adefcac469559c4c& https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/introducing-commander-brackets-beta https://youtu.be/Wa4u8cLWMSs?si=zC6qw5QXvpAQ_wDP https://edhrec.com/articles/wotc-introduces-new-bracket-system-for-edh https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1338985798032162816/Screenshot-2025-02-11-095859.png?ex=67adbbf3&is=67ac6a73&hm=d465a9fb67cac83654256a3555acd6a8fb85350bfe34325f5d38859f927fde95&   And we move out of the First Pick to: Gather the Townsfolk thanks to our sponsor Mana Traders! The best tool to enhance your Magic Online experience. Use the code “MAGICMICS_08V” for 10% off your next subscription with Mana Traders.   Gather the Townsfolk   Aetherdrift Feedback;    Evan’s Thoughts From Preview Event: https://youtu.be/_Tp_UVdgQVw   Arena Announcements: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-arena/announcements-february-10-2025 https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1338946605264539719/Screenshot_2025-02-11_at_18.54.31.png?ex=67ad9773&is=67ac45f3&hm=72e6d39cec34abe8f9d2c0ffa0656f788a3dfba58b058348bccddf877b0cb455&   Year of the Snake Promos: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/earn-sweet-year-of-the-snake-promos-at-your-local-game-store   Mtg.wiki: https://old.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/1ifhrna/the_mtg_wiki_is_now_at_mtgwiki_hosted_by_scryfall/mag7fn9/   Prof’s Masters Masters: https://bsky.app/profile/tolariancommunitycollege.com/post/3lhynomnofk2s   Affinity Errata: https://old.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/1io4epd/gate_colossus_now_has_affinity_for_gates/    Friday Nights Premiere: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUvPa6gKE2s    Desperate Ravings   Brandon Sanderson Talks MTG’s Storytelling: https://www.wargamer.com/magic-the-gathering/brandon-sanderson-hat-sets Going Infinite Mana Dorks in Red?: https://www.tumblr.com/markrosewater/774068709766594560/howdy-mark-question-about-red-mech-color-pie-i?source=share   The Finisher   Well that’s it for today’s episode of Game Changer. So with the new bracket system, what are you looking forward to being added to the system next?

    46 min

  3. 7 FEB

    TOP TEN - Aetherdrift Cards!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_N7H)

    1h 24m

  4. 30 JAN

    Gotta Go Fast - DFT Previews, New Event Rules, CMDR Updates and More!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V)   First Pick   Aetherdrift Roundup   Day 0 Errata: https://bsky.app/profile/wotcmatt.bsky.social/post/3lgtcsrc4e22y   PowrDragn Regal Imperialsaur Spectacular Pileup   Reuben Afterburner Expert Demonic Junker   Evan Radiant Lotus Salvation Engine   Gather the Townsfolk   RC Portland Will Not Include Aetherdrift: https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1332366264840224780/Screenshot_20250124-0906242.png?ex=679b95c7&is=679a4447&hm=b05d63c4b683b21e4ca91b236785acc283f37a066bc7845c49ed7edceedd5cda&   Commander Check-In on Feb 11th: https://bsky.app/profile/gavinverhey.bsky.social/post/3lgt6nxzhgc2o   Desperate Ravings   Someone’s Selling Registrant Details for MC Chicago: https://bsky.app/profile/hobbesq.bolasgang.com/post/3lgpy2gawcs2g https://bsky.app/profile/hobbesq.bolasgang.com/post/3lgpz7lerik2g   Splash Damage   Marvel Snap Compensation for “The Blip”: https://bsky.app/profile/nicknprince.bsky.social/post/3lgjms433c22l The Finisher Aetherdrift has 2 new commander decks which are focused on zombies and energy. But there’s so many more themes and choices we can choose for the greatest speedrace in the multiverse, so tell me: what commander concepts would you pitch for the second lap when we come back to the race in a few years?

    40 min

  5. 23 JAN

    Start Your Engines! - Aetherdrift Revs Up, New Manabase Tool, VML Cut & Much More!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V)   First Pick   Aetherdrift Roundup Trailer: https://youtu.be/YK3X8zCIFKI Events & Promos Overview: https://wpn.wizards.com/en/news/aetherdrift-events-and-promos-overview Mechanics: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/aetherdrift-mechanics https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1331763196750462987/473786459_1129286495530519_3630362391122436417_n.png?ex=6792cca1&is=67917b21&hm=f7783b9c6f153caeead15bb24e380b1d4ea8c6ff1bae29bfbd5f21abeea3b2a7&   Gather the Townsfolk   Salubrious Snail’s Manabase Tool: https://www.salubrioussnail.com/manabase-tool   Desperate Ravings   WotC Cuts Support for VML: https://bsky.app/profile/vmlmtg.bsky.social/post/3lg6zejwvss2l https://bsky.app/profile/nilejoan.com/post/3lg72u63qbs2y https://bsky.app/profile/magicmishamigo.bsky.social/post/3lg73ghhvxs2w https://bsky.app/profile/niphette.bsky.social/post/3lgbfx2yifs2o CubeCon’s Statement: https://bsky.app/profile/cubecon.org/post/3lg7i37no722g   Splash Damage   TCG Card Shop Simulator x Ultra PRO: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3070070/view/738127762059952303?l=english   TikTok Ban Roundup Marvel Snap Caught Up: https://bsky.app/profile/wario64.bsky.social/post/3lg3253fnn42d https://bsky.app/profile/dixonij.bsky.social/post/3lg34j3fg5k26 https://bsky.app/profile/benbrode.bsky.social/post/3lg35u52bxs2c https://bsky.app/profile/benbrode.bsky.social/post/3lg7txo2bcc2j TikTok’s Confidence: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyallyn.bsky.social/post/3lg2xj5lmec2v   The Finisher We’re ready for the set to go! The race is on, so tell me: what are you rooting for in the coming expansion?

    53 min

  6. 16 JAN

    Tick Tock - Secret Lair to Stores, Chaos Vault Debuts, New Artwork Rules & More!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V) First Pick Secret Lair Test Coming to WPN Stores: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/a-secret-lair-test-is-coming-to-your-local-wpn-game-store https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/earn-d-and-d-themed-promo-cards-with-magic-presents-spring-flourishes Gather the Townsfolk Secret Lair Chaos Vault: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/what-is-the-secret-lair-chaos-vault https://bsky.app/profile/vorthosmike.bsky.social/post/3lfftnho4xk2s Desperate Ravings Changes to Preliminary Work for Art: https://bsky.app/profile/hobbesq.bolasgang.com/post/3lfggyrlays2j https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/410942703623208960/1327436170635776160/14427fa8-df1b-4dff-887f-67661466eeee.png?ex=6788fd85&is=6787ac05&hm=08d1c0980abefce2e40c2e8fabb5cc94e8b37a1a6271f85984b9ec08640a98f0& Going Infinite Edge of Eternity’s Mythic Land Cycle: https://x.com/saffronolive/status/1877117406411169924 Splash Damage TikTok, and why you should care The Finisher Times, they are a-changin’. It’s a new year, the United States is trading in leadership, and soon formats will be experiencing turnover. So tell me: what cards that are leaving soonish are you most looking forward to hitting the dusty trail in 2025?

    40 min

  7. 9 JAN

    In-nistrad - INN Remastered, Cube 4 Charity Success, Avatar in MTG and Much More!

    Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V)   First Pick   Innistrad Remastered https://magic.wizards.com/en/products/innistrad-remastered/card-image-gallery    Gather the Townsfolk Cube 4 Charity https://bsky.app/profile/jimdavismtg.bsky.social/post/3lejuvnjj3c2v   Desperate Ravings   Spotlight Foundations: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/169951    Going Infinite   Is Unannounced UB Set Avatar: The Last Airbender?: https://bsky.app/profile/amytheamazonian.bsky.social/post/3lf3k2aux2s2m https://bsky.app/profile/dustycupboards.bsky.social/post/3lf3kejvxrk2p Film Delayed: https://x.com/DiscussAvatar/status/1780976462352220380   D&D Slots: https://igamingbusiness.com/company-nehttps://mktg-assets.tcgplayer.com/content/magic/2025/01/06/mtg-best-decks-magic-spotlight-series-foundations-atlanta.jpgws/games-global-unveils-exciting-partnership-with-hasbro/   The Finisher   Welcome to 2025! So fellas: what are your MTG New Year’s resolutions?

    35 min

  8. 2 JAN

    The 2024 Magic Micsies!

    Visit our sponsor: http://www.coolstuffinc.com/ (use code MAGICMICS) Check out the twitch channel: http://twitch.tv/magicmics Visit our subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/magicmics Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/magicmicscast Like us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/magicmics Co-Sponsors: https://www.manatraders.com/ (use code MAGICMICS_08V)   It's the 2024 Magic Micsies! #1 WotC Best Move (last year’s winner: GenCon 3-year Announcement Day)   Sheldon’s Spellbook Foundations Beginner Box Ravnica: Clue Edition Learning from Aftermath Foundations Era changes Getting rid of Stickers & Attractions in Constructed formats   #2 WotC Worst Move (last year’s winner: D&D Open Gaming License 1.1)   Murders at Karlov Manor Commander Bans for Jeweled Lotus, Mana Crypt and Dockside Extortionist A.I.-generated Ravnica Remastered ads Too Many Products!  Whatever Happened with Nadu    #3 Hashtag / Trend of the Year (last year’s winner: #mtgambassador)   #mtgbooty return in April  #Ward3 Voja debate The rockin’ mouse on Valley Questcaller Humans Of Magic: “The mob won”  #mtgdrip   #4 In Memoriam (no “winners”; all announced) COMMUNITY MEMBERS (REUBEN) Alex Hon, GP Richmond ‘18 champ Greg Hidebrandt (MTG artist) Akira Toriyama (Manga artist) Massimilano Frezzato (MTG artist) Jonathan “TeamJBro” Brostoff  (CubeCon creator, Milwaukee alderman)   POWRDRAGN Magic Spellslingers CRC and CAG The “ordering blockers” step Mana Crypt, Jeweled Lotus, Dockside Extortionist, Nadu in Commander Prebans in Historic: Mana Drain Commandeer Force of Vigor Reanimate   ERIN Every Sticker and Attraction card in Legacy, Vintage, and Pauper All That Glitters, Cranial Ram in Pauper Violent Outburst, Nadu & Grief banned in Modern. Amped Raptor, The One Ring, Jegantha banned in Modern. Amalia & Sorin banned in Pioneer. Jegantha banned in Pioneer.   EVAN Grief banned in Legacy. Psychic Frog and Vexing Bauble banned in Legacy. Urza’s Saga Restricted & Vexing Bauble Restricted in Vintage Galvanic Discharge + Guide of Souls + Ocelot Pride rebalanced in Arena Leyline of Resonance banned in Bo1 Standard, suspended in Alchemy Jegantha banned in Explorer   #5 Most Hated Card (last year’s winner: Orcish Bowmasters)   The One Ring   Heartfire Hero Leyline of Resonance   ______ Goblin + “Mind” Sticker (Unfinity) Writhing Chrysalis (MH3) Nadu, Winged Wisdom (MH3) Psychic Frog (MH3)   #6 Most Loved Card (last year’s winner: Syr Ginger, The Meal Ender)   The Wise Mothman Caretaker’s Talent Psychic Frog  Three Tree City Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful Sheldon, the Commander (alt Ruhan from Secret Lair) Loot, the Key to Everything (OTJ)   #7 Drama of the Year (last year’s winner: D&D’s OGL 1.1 debacle)   Fay Dalton “Trouble in Pairs” plagiarism  Dave Rapoza leaves WotC due to AI usage Universes Beyond in Standard Commander Banning Drama Cubecon-troversy A.I. “art” Humans Of Magic: “The mob won”   #8 Artwork of the Year (last year’s winner: TARDIS border cards in WHO)   Storm, Force of Nature (Marvel Secret Lair) (Magali Villeneuve) Inkshield (Sheldon Secret Lair) (Donato Giancola) Doubling Season (Foundations Extended Art) (Kawasumi) Detective’s Phoenix (MH3) (Deruchenko Alexander) Tamiyo, Seasoned Scholar (MH3 Extended) (Evyn Fong) Psychic Frog (MH3 Extended) (Chuck Lukacs) Stargaze (BLB) (Serena Malyon) Damnation (DSK Special Guest) (Masahiro Ito) Time Sieve (SLD) (Peach Momoko) Insidious Roots (MKM) (Jeremy Wilson)   #9 Coverage Moment of the Year (last year’s winner: Post Malone Buys The One Ring for $2.3M)   MF Chicago sells out Dwayne the Rock commentator (April Fools) Kai Budde POY Announcement Live coverage returns for SCG events Great Foundations Build-Off #10 Format of the Year (last year’s winner: Commander)   Commander Modern Standard Mystery Booster 2   #11 Set of the Year (last year’s winner: Lost Caverns of Ixalan)   UB: Fallout Outlaws of Thunder Junction + Big Score Bloomburrow Duskmourn Modern Horizons 3 Foundations   #12 Card of the Year (last year’s winner: The One Ring)   Sheldon, the Commander (SL) Nadu, Winged Wisdom (MH3) Psychic Frog (MH3) Caretaker’s Talent (BLB)  Simulacrum Synthesizer (BIG) Unholy Annex // Ritual Chamber (DSK)   The Finisher   We’ve come to the end of yet another year, and yet another Micsies. So as we look forward to the TENTH annual Magic Micsies in 2025, what do you predict we’ll be talking about at this time next year?

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Magic Mics is a weekly Magic: The Gathering podcast focusing on the community, current events, and fun topics each and every week. You can catch the show live at twitch.tv/magicmics or subscribe to us here and ensure you never miss an episode!

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  • Creator
    Evan Erwin
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Evan Erwin, All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
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