MTG Commander Smiths Podcast
We are the Commander Smiths! Adam & Lowery talk all things MTG Commander! We have a weekly podcast NEW episodes every Wednesday! We also feature Adam‘s ”Proxy Time!” videos! This is a weekly video debuting the latest proxy that shows you not only the latest proxy but it shows you how to make them and shows you some tips along the way! Lowery features a bi-weekly #Shorts video called ”Curated MTG!” In this video Lowery goes over what you would call under used cards and where they may find a nice home for commander play! We also feature a bunch of ”Just the Tips” videos that provide tips that can help EVERY Magic the Gathering player in one way or another!
Episodes
🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️
We’re shining a light on the hidden gems of Commander — the underused and underplayed cards that deserve way more love than they get. 💎 Sometimes the strongest tech flies under the radar, and we’re pulling together a list of cards that could make a huge impact in your decks but rarely see the table. Expect a mix of spicy utility, clever synergies, and a few “wait… why doesn’t anyon...
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We’re tackling one of the spiciest topics in Commander… the most overused cards in the format. 💥 You know the ones — the staples that show up in almost every deck. But are they really must-plays... or are we just leaning on them out of habit?
We’re breaking down which cards we think are everywhere, why they’re so popular, and when you might want to skip them for something more fun ...
Episode 387:
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This week we’re going deep into Magic’s most infamous vault — the Reserved List. 💎 We’re talking about which cards we wish could be reprinted, why they deserve another shot at seeing play, and what changes it could bring to Commander and the wider MTG community. Expect some nostalgia, a little wishful thinking, and maybe even a dash of “if we were in charge” fun 🤔💭
The...
Episode 386:
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We’re talking about the state of planeswalkers! 🧙♂️ Since March of the Machine and the big "fall of planeswalkers," Wizards has scaled back how many we see… but lately the ones we do get are way more powerful. We're breaking down how this shift impacts Commander... the pros, the cons... and if we think planeswalkers are finally in a good spot again.
🚨Live Cast Here🚨
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The Commander Smiths have a full plate show today. First we go over the surprise Chaos Vault Secret Lair that popped up today with Crucible of Worlds Galaxy Foil involved. We also go over another round of the Basic Land Tournament. We’re diving into Edge of Eternities with our classic Fav 5-style Top 10! 💥
Each of us is breaking down our Top 5 commanders and Top 5 cards ...
Episode 384:
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We’re finally back! After a 3-week break, we're live again and diving into Edge of Eternities! ✨
This week we’re breaking down the two Commander Precon decks from the new set. We’ll go over the reprints, all the spicy new cards, and ask the big question: Are these decks worth the price? 💰
Then, we’ll show you how to pimp them out—both on a budget and with some no-holds-b...
🎉 Welcome to the FIRST episode of Magic Password! 🤫🔑 Think you know Magic: The Gathering? Time to prove it!
Magic Password is our brand-new, fast-paced MTG trivia showdown where teams go head-to-head guessing secret Magic words using only one-word clues. It's chaotic... it's fun... and it’ll put your Magic brain to the test! 🧠💥
🚨 LIVE 🚨 Episode Here
🔥 How to Play:
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Episode 383:
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We’re doing it. The long-awaited Basic Land Tournament is finally here! 💥 16 styles enter... only 1 basic will reign supreme. We’re breaking it all down—voting, arguing, and probably losing friendships over Forests vs. Islands.
PLUS—surprise drop! We got hit with a Sonic the Hedgehog Secret Lair spoiler out of nowhere, and yep… we’ve got thoughts. Gotta go fast... but no...
Episode 382:
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We're wrapping up our Core Cards for Commander series with a banger episode covering all the color pairings! 💥 From Azorius to Gruul to Orzhov and beyond... we're diving into the best staples and sneaky picks for every two-color combo in Commander. Whether you're just starting a new brew or upgrading an old favorite... we’ve got cards you’ll wanna have on your radar. 🤓�...
Episode 381:
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We’re keeping the Core Cards series rolling... and this week we’re going full Black Magic 🖤💀 From card draw to graveyard recursion to downright dirty removal, we’re talking all the must-have black cards for your Commander decks. Whether you're draining the table or raising an undead army, these are the tools that make black a powerhouse in EDH!
CCC BLACK: Adam: Blac...
Episode 380:
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The Commander Smiths talk about their favorite cards in Core Cards for Commander Red edition. We also quick talk about the fiasco of the Final Fantasy Secret Lair and we end with a Stump the Smith Savant. How ever you want to say it. Enjoy!
CCC Red: Lowery Descent into Avernus https://scryfall.com/card/clb/169/descent-into-avernus Sazacap's Brew https://scryfall.com/card/...Episode 379:
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We're diving headfirst into the brand-new Final Fantasy set! 💥 Whether you're a fan of the games or just here for the cardboard, we've got you covered. We're doing our classic Fav 5-style Top 10 for the commanders in the set... plus calling out our favorite new cards for Commander play in general. Tons of fun picks, spicy brews, and yeah... still butchering names left an...
Episode 378:
🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️ We’re diving headfirst into the full Secret Lair Summer Superdrop 2025 — including that sweet Final Fantasy collab we talked about a couple weeks ago! 🧙♂️🎮💥
We’re breaking it all down: 🔥 What’s hot 🤷♂️ What’s meh 💰 And which ones are actually worth your cash!
From insane reprints to gorgeous new art, we’re calling out the highlights, talking value, and lett...
Episode 377:
🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re diving into the Final Fantasy Commander precons! 💥 We’re breaking down the brand-new cards we’re hyped about, pointing out the reprints worth grabbing, and—of course—giving you both budget 💸 and unlimited 💰 upgrade paths to take these decks to the next level. Whether you’re a FF fan, a Commander junkie, or just here for the spicy new tech... we’ve got you covere...
Episode 376:
🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We're diving into the world of proxies... which cards are worth proxying, when you should start thinking about it, and why we do it ourselves. Whether you're looking to save some cash, protect your expensive stuff, or just test things out before buying, we've got tips and our favorite proxy picks to help you out. It's time to proxy like a pro... or at least fake it till ...
Episode 375:
🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re chatting about what actually got unbanned, what was added to the Game Changer list, and what got the boot. We’ve had a little time to play with the changes, so we’re giving our early thoughts on what feels great... and what still needs some help. Come hang out as we break it all down and see where things are heading!
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🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙 We’re digging into not one... but TWO major Secret Lair releases — the Everyone’s Invited Commander Deck and the Ultimate Pencil Superdrop — both dropping Monday, May 12th!
We break down what’s in the deck, the five new Secret Lair drops (including some wild raised foil options), and tackle the big question: Are these new price points actually worth it?
With the Commande...
Episode 373:
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This week we're diving into the new Commander Game Changer List—Wizards' attempt at helping players better define power levels by limiting how many powerful cards, or "game changers," you can have in each deck. But... did they miss some cards that probably should be on that list? We're talking through some of the biggest, most impactful cards in Commander and asking—sh...
Episode 372:
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This week we’re takin’ a break from all things Magic and having some fun with the Best TV Show Opening Theme Song Tournament! 🎶📺 From cartoon bangers to old-school jams and everything in between, we’re throwin’ them in a bracket and battling it out to find the GOAT of theme songs. Come hang, vibe with the nostalgia, and yell at us when your favorite loses 😂🔥
👉 C...
Episode 371:
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We're diving into Tarkir: Dragonstorm! We'll be breaking down our Top 10 Commanders and Top 10 Cards from the set—Fav 5 style! Expect some spicy picks, strong contenders, and maybe a few surprises along the way. Don't miss it! 🔥🐉
Legends: Adam: Betor, Kin to All https://scryfall.com/card/tdm/172/betor-kin-to-all Taigam, Master Opportunist https://scryfall.com/card/td...Popular Podcasts
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