Commander ad Populum, Ep 279 - MagicCon Chicago Virtual Tour and Venue Highlights

What are the top traits of all great local game stores? I dive deep into what I think are the no-brainer, make-or-break traits today, on CadPop 286. From cleanliness to leadership to management to snacks! We're covering it all today. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

We continue the discussion from last week on working through tough situations with others with a close look at how MTG and Commander can help us. This time, we focus on being patient with ourselves and others as we learn, teach and grow. A very CadPopCast type episode! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Get the CCO 1" pin before they're gone! https://www.commandercookout.com/product/CCOenamelpin/86 Please check out Dufferin Ave Media Network! We are so excited to be involved in such a cool new project: https://www.dufferinave.com/ Watch the DAMN Network on YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@dufferinavemedianetSocial media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

When it comes to teaching, coaching and building a community, there's no better way to lead than from the front. Leading by example and showing people how to be better is the ultimate way to elevate those around you. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Please check out Dufferin Ave Media Network! We are so excited to be involved in such a cool new project: https://www.dufferinave.com/ Watch the DAMN Network on YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@dufferinavemedianetSocial media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

We're running it back with some fallout from last week's episode. I defend my stance on running the minimal number of basic lands and breakdown a deck building theory sent in by a long-time listener. Keep those theories coming in! Let's break them all down. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast.There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

After a week off with illness, I'm back with a vengeance talking some tech MTG shop! Join me as I run through my mental process and routine for building a new deck. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER or CCOSAVE for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

With Magic the Gathering, like in many areas of life we seek to become proficient in, a wide variety of exposure over the course of time is what it takes to be successful. Come hear my expanded thoughts on the matter as I recount a very interesting panel attended at MagicCon Chicago. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

After another week of reflection post MagicCon Chicago, I dig deep into what it means to lead an MTG community with examples based on the structure large events can provide. Combine that with the fantastic culture that large events exhibit and you've got a great recipe to build a fantastic new community. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

Come along on my early-access tour of the MagicCon show floor and hear about the highlights of the show! Come hear about the best parts of being physically present at the largest type of Magic convention in the world. And, about a few things that can always be improved upon. Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

This week, we're bringing back the set retrospectives with a look back at the history of MTG's Universes Beyond product launches. Join me for a brief history of time! Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible! They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/ At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

This episode has been a long time coming. I look to conclude my thoughts given way back on Episode 234 of CadPopCast, with the help of a listener email. This week, we take a 10,000 foot view on the topics of guilt, making the most of your knowledge of the format and the guilt some people feel when they win a game of Commander.Support on Patreon, here: Patreon.com/CadPopCast. There are a bunch of great benefits associated with being a patron. Especially if you're into altered-art cards!Big thank you to the official sponsor of Commander ad Populum, Fusion Gaming for making this episode, and future episodes possible!They can be found online at: https://www.fusiongamingonline.com/At checkout, use codes CCOSUMMER for 5% off your entire order and CCOPERKS for 10% store credit kick-back onto your account at Fusion, when you spend $100CAD, or more!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CadPopCasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout