Rephonic
Artwork for Hardcast

Hardcast

Duress Crew
Magic: the Gathering
Lobstercon
Duress Crew
Pre-Modern
Pre-Modern Magic
Eternal Weekend
Legacy
Goblins
Premodern
Duress Crew Winter Regional
Community Building
Premodern Data Project
Magic the Gathering
Boston
Cephalid Breakfast
Susan Van Camp
Pittsburgh
Dreadnought
Tireless Tribe
Dead Guy Ale

Hot Damn! Duress Crew made a podcast? Join our rotating band of merry hosts as we navigate Dominaria.

linktr.ee/duresscrew

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes59Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
GamesHobbiesLeisure

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Hardcast

Latest Episodes

Jay and Billy host d00mwake, the most recent champion of the NEPM Regional events. He left 79 slain wizards in his wake on his quest to the crown, piloting his fearsome Moneyball Black list.

⁠Moneyball Black by d00mwake⁠

Follow d00mwake on ⁠Twitch ... more

YouTube

Andy Levine, SWB, Shane, and Billy have themselves a nice and casual shoot-the-shit about Classic Legacy, the latest darling of closed-format enthusiasts.

classiclegacymtg.com/

peaklegacy.net/

duressfest.com/

mtgde... more

YouTube

DFroster, twitch streamer and youtuber, is up in your grill with 1/1's. Although he's been known to play GAT, his notable achievements recently have been reassessing common assumptions in GW Mad Dogs, with some 5-0's along the way. Billy sits down to... more

YouTube

The Edgewalkers Premodern Brewhouse are a scattered, secretive crew who choose a Premodern play experience which emphasizes aesthetic process and creative integrity over playing the best cards. Billy sits down with Cody and Lilypad to discuss how the... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Devin O'Donnell
Magic streamer and YouTube creator who plays competitive Magic
Episode: d00mwake, NEPM Fall Champion
Stephen SWB
New York-based playerguest on episode
New York MTG scene
Episode: NYC comes to talk Classic Legacy
Andy Voellmer
New England Premodern Summer Regional Champion, Landstill pilot
Order of the Sacred Torch
Episode: Andy Voellmer, NEPM Summer Regional Winner (+bonus DuressFest prologue)
Donato Giancola
Artist guest, discussed during dinner and art stories
Donato Giancola Studio
Episode: $19,000 Raised: a Lobstercon 2026 Organizer's Recap
Darren Bader
Artist guest, discussed anecdotes about commissions and art
Donato/DFV circle
Episode: $19,000 Raised: a Lobstercon 2026 Organizer's Recap
Michael Sutfin
Musician/artist connected to the Magic community
Charles Bronson (band)
Episode: $19,000 Raised: a Lobstercon 2026 Organizer's Recap
Brian Siu
North American pre-modern champion
Duress Crew / Magic: The Gathering
Episode: Season 2 Finale: 2026 North American Premodern Champion Brian Siu
Phil Lorrain
Chieftain of the Zoo Crew
Zoo Crew
Episode: Phil Villain and the Zoo Crew
Sara Schaefer
Winter Regional winner, pre-modern Magic player
Episode: Postban Replenish with Sara Schaefer (DxC Winter 1st)

Hosts

Billy Mills-Kirran
Host of Hardcast, central figure in Duress Crew; frequent presence across episodes with rotation on mic and event coverage
Bradley Stone
Co-host of the Hardcast, contributes strategic insight and event commentary
Ben
Co-hosts across episodes; likely recurring contributor with hands-on deck experience

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Curate your attitude

    Man, this was a painful episode. That billy guest revealed such a miserable and insufferable personality.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jejritkfj
    United States2 months ago
  • Content

    Keep it up I guess…

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    J^
    United Statesa year ago
  • Deaconlori

    Duressipes! Technical values really good, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deaconlori
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Premodern podcast

    Just like hanging out with your friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brealest
    United States2 years ago
  • A stellar debut from an iconic crew!

    What a great addition to the already stellar lineup of premodern focused podcast. The Duress Crew not only leads by example by fostering an amazing community which has inspired several regional premodern groups (mine included) but they are talented magic players as well. I can’t wait to hear what’s in store in terms of their discussions on community, strategy, and just general discussion about what makes pre-modern the best format in Magic!

    -KCGregor

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aGregorP
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the friendly, community-first vibe and deep knowledge of vintage formats.
Episodes are described as engaging and informative, with helpful event and strategy coverage for listeners.
Fans appreciate the accessible banter and good-deck discussion that stays approachable.
The show's guests and crew are repeatedly highlighted as talented players who contribute valuable insights and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Positive feedback emphasizes the podcast as a strong hub for pre-modern MTG fans and local scene organizers.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#27
Philippines/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#50
Austria/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#60
Belgium/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#100
Brazil/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#112
Finland/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#152
Philippines/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

d00mwake, NEPM Fall Champion
Q: Can you tell us about your tournament experience?
O'Donnell describes matchups throughout the event, including his losses and wins, and details beating Phil Lorraine in a close semifinal after drawing Curse Scroll for lethal. He also discusses the technically demanding final against Psychatog.
d00mwake, NEPM Fall Champion
Q: Did you, when you first started, find that was it just continually grinding and seeing a slow uptick? Or did you have some viral moment where, oh, one video I did popped off really big and people funneled in from that?
O'Donnell says he started with roughly five to ten viewers and grew through networking and friendships with other streamers. Aspiring Spike's raids helped bring viewers, and Modern Horizons 2 was a major growth point for his YouTube channel.
The Federalization of Premodern (Hodge, TQ, Phil N)
Q: Have you noticed a recent shift in the pre-modern community?
Yes, there's been a significant influx of new players and greater interest in competitive avenues.
The Federalization of Premodern (Hodge, TQ, Phil N)
Q: What is the Tournament of Champions?
It's a competitive event aimed at advancing the skill level among players by having qualifiers where only the best can participate.
The Federalization of Premodern (Hodge, TQ, Phil N)
Q: Can you tell me a bit about Rose City Premodern?
Yes, they're a group that organizes events and has a vibrant pre-modern community focused on creating engaging and fun gameplay experiences.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Hardcast

What is Hardcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on a tight-knit game community focused on classic and modern taking of long-running trading-card games, especially older formats and nostalgia-driven play. Episodes often feature roundtable discussions, deck-tech deep-dives, event previews, and community-focused fundraising or gathering updates. The tone blends approachable banter with deep format knowledge, spotlighting local scenes, tournament stories, and collaborative projects like community events and fundraisers. Noteworthy elements include a strong emphasis on pre-modern and classic Legacy formats, recurring crew dynamics among a rotating cast, event logistics insight, and a culture that rewards shared learning, generosity, and community stewardship. Potential liste... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Hardcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Hardcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Hardcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Hardcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Hardcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Hardcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Hardcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Hardcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Hardcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Hardcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Hardcast:

1. Spike Colony
2. Monster of the Week - Constructing Old School Magic
3. Fact or Fiction
4. Eternal Durdles
5. The Old Mage MTG Podcast

How many episodes of Hardcast are there?

Hardcast launched 2 years ago and published 59 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Hardcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Hardcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Hardcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Hardcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Hardcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Hardcast?

Recent guests on Hardcast include:

1. Devin O'Donnell
2. Stephen SWB
3. Andy Voellmer
4. Donato Giancola
5. Darren Bader
6. Michael Sutfin
7. Brian Siu
8. Phil Lorrain

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days