Magic The Amateuring

Cowabunga, cardboard crusaders!

Valentine’s Day is almost here and the sparks are flying as Maria, Meghan, and Tyler tap into all the latest news from the Multiverse! From a heart-stopping shake-up in Commander thanks to the newest B&R announcement, to Meghan’s boots-on-the-ground report from Toronto’s Spotlight Series, the crew’s got all the hot goss.PLUS: You’ll also get a handful of Magic-themed Valentines (some better than others), and Magic heads to the Olympic Games!So grab your chocolates, shuffle up, and prepare to fall in love with Magic all over again.

Fresh off Pro Tour Lorwyn Eclipsed, Maria, Meghan, and Tyler break down the moments that lit the fuse on a brand-new competitive Magic season. From an unforgettable Game 4 in the finals to a wildly diverse Standard metagame and an all-international Top 8, hear the biggest stories, boldest plays, and meta-shaping takeaways straight from the folks who were on the (very cold) feature match floor.PLUS: A surprise trip into the sewers! After a printing mix-up forced Wizards of the Coast to officially reveal every rare and mythic in the upcoming TMNT set, we’re diving headfirst into a first look at Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Maria's Back, fam! And she's been drafting a lot. So let's talk about it! With the GLHF crew all back together, they share the science behind winning in Lorwyn Eclipsed Limited. From the best P1P1s to the top 10 commons to the secret "mythic uncommons" that punch way above their rarity - this episode is packed with the insights you need to draft smarter, play tighter, and chase that trophy. If you’re sitting down at a Lorwyn Eclipsed draft, consider this required listening.PLUS: a peek into Standard ahead of Pro Tour Lorwyn Eclipsed this weekend - and the drive to raise money for Minneapolis continues until February 15th! Remember to email glhfmagic@gmail.com with proof of your donation for an entry!https://unidos-mn.org/https://mnfreedomfund.org/https://www.miracmn.com/✨ Support us on Patreon!

Don’t look directly at this episode - an eclipse is coming.

Get ready to LorWIN some games at your prerelease this weekend with the help of Judge Rob! That's right, Magic's newest set Lorwyn Eclipsed is here and Meghan, Tyler and Rob are here to break down the new mechanics, tricky cards, and strange interactions that might pop up as you throw down. PLUS: a chance to win a MASSIVE GLHF/MTG prize package if you email us a screenshot of a donation to support Minneapolis organizations helping people in need right now as we fight ICE in our beautiful city. Links below! And thank you for your donation of any amount!https://unidos-mn.org/https://mnfreedomfund.org/https://www.miracmn.com/✨ Support us on Patreon!

Boggarts and Aunties and Changelings, oh my! We’re diving headfirst into Lorwyn Eclipsed with a first look at everything wild, whimsical, and wonderfully weird coming in Magic’s newest set. From a truly magical collaboration with The Jim Henson Company to shiny new mechanics and the return of one of Magic’s most beloved planes, Team GLHF is here to guide you through the space where dawn and dusk collide. Grab your boggart brew, mind the faeries, and get ready to rediscover Lorwyn in a whole new light.✨ Support us on Patreon!

The crystal ball is out and the vibes are strong! Maria, Meghan, and Tyler make bold predictions about where Magic the Gathering is headed in 2026, then pour one out for 2025 with a look back at the year’s biggest highlights (and messiest lowlights). To everyone who listened, laughed, argued with us in their car, and supported the show this year, thank you. We love you endlessly.

It’s Hollywood’s most anticipated night of the year: the annual Good Luck High Five Chrimby Awards! We’re rolling out the red carpet to celebrate the very best and the very worst Magic The Gathering had to offer in 2025. From the best cards and best art to the most unforgettable moments (and yes, a few truly cursed stinkers), nothing is safe from Chrimby judgment. So don your gay apparel, strike a pose, and prepare for applause, gasps, and maybe a scandal or two. The Chrimbys are uponst us!✨ Support us on Patreon!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan and Tyler are ready to spandex up and take to the skies for a first look at Magic the Gathering x Marvel Super Heroes - coming summer 2026! Are they feeling a bit of Marvel fatigue or will they be swayed by the gorgeous comic book art treatments of the new cards? But even more importantly, how is Tyler doing after being repeatedly kept in a cage? These burning questions get answers - all in this episode!✨ Support us on Patreon!

What really went down at World Championship 31 this past weekend? We’re bringing you the steaming-hot feature match tea that DOCTORS DON’T WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT. Maria and Tyler break down the moment everyone’s been arguing about — the infamous takeback — with insights, opinions, and context you won’t get anywhere else...including thoughts from Judge Rob himself.Plus, we zoom out and hit the highlights: the top Standard decks, draft decks that separated the mortals from the gods, that GORGEOUS new trophy, and how Worlds 31 stacked up overall.Grab a Hot Pocket. Recline responsibly. Let’s talk about it.

World Championship 31 is almost here, and we’re making sure you are ready for every heart-pounding moment! Maria and Meghan break down everything you need to know headed into the biggest Magic tournament of the year - from the players poised to hoist the trophy to the spicy new Standard brews that could crash the party. It’s been an incredible season, and it all comes down to this. Buckle up… it’s Worlds time!✨ Support us on Patreon!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan, and Tyler bend the elements and the draft table as they dive into Avatar: The Last Airbender Limited — a format none of them can stop playing. Hear their favorite strategies, sleeper picks, and color combos so you can walk into your LGS ready to claim the "W" like the true Avatar you are.PLUS: Meghan recaps her time at Desert Bus, and the Maria vs. Tyler bet reaches its epic conclusion.✨ Support us on Patreon!

Azula always lies — but Maria and Tyler would never… especially when it comes to prerelease chaos! We’re diving into our first look at Magic’s newest Avatar: The Last Airbender set: the overperformers, the underwhelmers, and the “why did I open THIS rare?” moments.And yes — we brought gifts. TWO bonus goodies for Patrons, because we love you more than Sokka loves meat and sarcasm.✨ Support us on Patreon!

Water. Earth. Fire. Air… and Judge Rob. Prepare to master all four prerelease elements before you hit your LGS! We’re diving deep into Avatar: The Last Airbender’s new cards, new mechanics, and the tricky interactions that’ll make your head spin faster than Appa doing a barrel roll. With Judge Rob here, you’ll leave feeling balanced, enlightened, and maybe...just maybe...a little less terrified of layers and reflexive triggers.✨ Support us on Patreon!

Flameo, Hotman! Maria, Meghan, and Tyler are taking to the skies on their trusty sky bison to explore Magic’s next adventure — Avatar: The Last Airbender! From new mechanics and breathtaking art treatments to beloved characters and iconic moments, this set is packed with heart, humor, and herbal tea. So grab your cabbages, channel your inner Uncle Iroh, and get ready to master the elements. Yip yip!**Support Lodestone's fundraiser for Trans Lifeline by getting an amazing Matriarch's Bidding playmat! 100% of proceeds go towards the cause.✨ Support us on Patreon!

It’s episode 666, you beautiful little demons!

On this episode, Maria, Meghan and Tyler bring you all the Magical news of the week! From bracket shakeups in Commander to a new powered cube on MTG Arena to tips to win at Spider-Man Draft (if you're brave enough to play it!) All of this from a brand new podcast setup featuring an IKEA death-couch that may or may not be responsible for a 50% increase in antics from our hosts. #BlametheCouch is in full effect!Support us on Patreon!Subscribe to our Commander Channel!Get sweet sleeves: Dragon Shield! Use code GLHF for 5% off!Visit longtime sponsor Card Kingdom!Buy Some Sweet GLHF MerchLook! It’s our GLHF YouTube ChannelFollow us on BlueskyPeep Our InstaEverything GLHF is on our Website

Cowabunga, Magic fans! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are skateboarding our way in Magic: The Gathering! Whether you’re ready to grab a slice of 90s nostalgia or feeling that Universes Beyond burnout creeping in, we’ve got your back. From ooze-dripping pizza lands (featuring some truly cursed toppings) to a spicy new Commander mechanic and Ninjutsu’s big glow-up, this set is poised to take 2026 to some seriously turtley places.Support us on Patreon!Subscribe to our Commander Channel!Get sweet sleeves: Dragon Shield! Use code GLHF for 5% off!Visit longtime sponsor Card Kingdom!Buy Some Sweet GLHF MerchLook! It’s our GLHF YouTube ChannelFollow us on BlueskyPeep Our InstaEverything GLHF is on our Website

The Magic fandom is on fire - and not just because someone picked a foil Goyf in a Top 8 draft. Magic’s making big moves in 2026, and everyone’s got opinions hotter than a Pyroblast off the top. Are we rolling in the slop like happy little piggies, or are we sacrificing what's made Magic great for a quick Hasbro buck? Maria, Meghan, and Tyler dive snout-first into the drama to find out what it all means for players across every format. I hope you brought your appetite for truffles, because the trough is open and ready!Support us on Patreon!Subscribe to our Commander Channel!Get sweet sleeves: Dragon Shield! Use code GLHF for 5% off!Visit longtime sponsor Card Kingdom!Buy Some Sweet GLHF MerchLook! It’s our GLHF YouTube ChannelFollow us on BlueskyPeep Our InstaEverything GLHF is on our Website