Magic: The Gathering Drive to Work Podcast

Mark shares his exciting experiences from MagicCon Atlanta, revealing insights into the event's layout and the buzz around new set previews. He dives into the fascinating concepts of the Lorwyn Eclipse set and teases an upcoming Universe Is Beyond reveal at NYCC. Highlights include his thrilling participation in a Spider-Man draft and a unique game show appearance. Mark reflects on the vibrant fan interactions and creativity observed, from cosplay to impressive collections, underscoring the importance of community in the Magic universe.

Dive into the world of early one-mana creature cards! Discover the unique features of Alpha's one-drops, from the banding of Benalish Hero to the flying dynamics of blue and black cards. Marvel at how green dominated with its iconic cards like Birds of Paradise and Llanowar Elves. Explore the Arabian Nights and Legends sets, featuring notable characters and experimental mechanics. Learn about design innovations, like coin-flip cards from Antiquities, and how early sets set the stage for modern gameplay!

In this podcast, I talk about the things I have to do to prepare for an upcoming MagicCon (in this case, MagicCon Atlanta).

This podcast is another in my quest to talk about every Magic expansion. This time I talk about the third set in the Champions of Kamigawa block, Saviors of Kamigawa.

In this podcast, I talk about the times we returned to settings that we'd already visited.

This podcast is another in my quest to cover every Magic expansion.

This podcast is about the most hated mechanic in the history of Magic, ante.

In this podcast, I talk about a specific aspect of the color pie and how modern design requires that we care about it.

Discover the fascinating evolution of tokens in the game, tracing their historical impact and design innovations. Learn about key early designs that changed gameplay dynamics. Tokens allowed for multiple entities to thrive on the battlefield, revolutionizing strategies. This exploration dives deep into how these unique game elements have shaped Magic: The Gathering into what it is today. Prepare for an engaging journey through gaming history!

In this podcast, I sit down with Corey Bowen, the lead set designer of Magic: The Gathering® | Marvel's Spider-Man, to talk about the set's design.