
Lucky Paper Radio is a podcast about Magic: the Gathering hosted by lifelong friends Andy Mangold and Anthony Mattox. Focused primarily on sandbox formats like Cube, which are free of banlists, rotation, and net decking, the show is about the best parts of Magic and how to get the most out of the game.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 299 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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It’s been said that Cube Will Outlive Magic, but would it really? Andy and Anthony wildly speculate on the future in a thought experiment: what if Wizards of the Coast stopped existing tomorrow and no new car... more
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Andy and Anthony each draft the same seat in a virtual pod of Andy’s Sacred Geometry Cube. They talk through each of their picks and their overall draft strategy and the final decks they end up with.
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Andy and Anthony discuss feedback received by a fellow cube designer: that particular decks are sometimes too dominant when they go uncontested, or as they put it “The Open Lane Problem”. They talk about whet... more
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By popular demand, Andy and Anthony rush back into their series exploring modal mechanics through Magic’s history. Continuing where they left off, they talk about mechanics from Return to Ravnica to Fate Refo... more
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I had a whim to start designing my own cube, and was very lucky to have found this podcast first. I have enjoyed following weekly and delving into the years-long backlog of evergreen discussion. I especially appreciate the creators sharing how their life journeys have developed along with their love of cube and Magic. It is refreshing to hear people talk about setting boundaries with the things they care about. It is a key part of maintaining any relationship, even ones with cardboard rectangles... more
When it comes to Magic: The Gathering cube design, no other podcast comes close to the quality and thoughtfulness of this one. Plus it’s entertaining. Check it out!
I stopped listening to Lucky Paper Radio something like a year ago because the hosts had grown increasingly negative about Magic. Not just aspects of Magic, but making comments about how Magic was no longer a game they loved. I just took a listen to the 2025 State of the Game episode (the most recent episode as of this review) to consider diving back in, as there was a time when I quite enjoyed the ‘cast. Alas, it’s another hour of finding everything negative about the game. If the podcast were ... more
made cube better and awesome
The car talk intro in the August 11th, 2025 episode. Dying of laughter and enjoying the nostalgia!
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Focuses on the game Magic: The Gathering, particularly emphasizing sandbox formats like Cube, which are characterized by a lack of banlists, rotation, and net decking. The discussions center around building creative and diverse gameplay experiences by exploring unique strategies, card interactions, and design principles. The hosts often share personal insights, anecdotes, and the joy of experimenting with different formats in Magic, creating an engaging atmosphere for both casual players and dedicated fans. The podcast also delves into community aspects, shedding light on the camaraderie and shared experiences of players in the Magic community.
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Lucky Paper Radio launched 6 years ago and published 299 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Lucky Paper Radio include:
1. Jane McKinney
2. Parker Nomadic Lamascus
3. Joe Anderson
4. Jenn the Judge
5. Judge Bones
6. Carmen Klomparens
7. Zach Barash
8. Parker Lomaskis
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