
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 | 318 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesLeisure | |||

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Andy and Anthony talk about hate cards, and how they fit into Cube design in particular. Of course, they start by trying to define the term. They talk through the pros and cons of them and how different types... more
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Andy and Anthony scour the cutting room floor for unfinished gems. They offer up some of their half-baked, unfinished cube ideas for you to steal. Andy shares his ideas for an aesthetic sun-bleached cube, a c... more
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Andy and Anthony are joined by Cube Person of the Year 2024, Ollie, to talk about whether it’s irresponsible to present a cube for drafting without any playtesting. What is the difference between ‘playing’ an... more
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Andy and Anthony are joined by the de facto Cube judge — Bones! The three recap The Salt Box, a small Cube event in Baltimore. At this event, Andy debuted Take Five and Judge Bones Arcane Lessons. They share ... more
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A highly recommended cast where the host express their passion for all things cube.
As a frequent traveler and a podcaster myself LPR is my go to every Monday morning! Highly recommend!
Whether you’re new to MTG cube or an experienced curator there is always something to learn or take away. Fun, informative, and well recorded episodes on the regular.
Happy Cubing! -Anthony aka Uber Bear
Great magic cube podcast with lovely hosts!
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
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This show centers on Magic: the Gathering with a strong focus on sandbox formats, especially Cube. Hosts Andy Mangold and Anthony Mattox discuss cube design, drafting theory, and community-driven play, blending practical tips with thoughtful commentary on power level, archetypes, and the evolving cube ecosystem. Noteworthy is the emphasis on writing down ideas, testing in real-world groups, and maintaining a welcoming, inclusive vibe while exploring complex design decisions. The format often features guests from the cube and wider MTG design communities, plus event coverage and community storytelling, making it a valuable resource for designers, organizers, and players who love deep, craft-focused discussions about cube and game design.
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Recent guests on Lucky Paper Radio include:
1. Ollie Beeks
2. Judge Bones
3. Dan Schneider
4. Greg Cortazzo
5. Patrick Doherty
6. Jane McKinney
7. Parker Nomadic Lamascus
8. Joe Anderson
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