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Sam's Table

SamuelHBlack
Magic: the Gathering
Cedh
Lotho, Corrupt Sheriff
Premodern
Underworld Breach
Rograkh Thrasios
Ad Nauseam
Narset, Jeskai Waymaster
Commander
Pre-Modern Format
Old School
Rhystic Study
Deck Tuning
Simic Aluren
Aetherflux Reservoir
Bolas's Citadel
Walking Ballista
Marvel Super Heroes
Gaia's Cradle
Rograk Thrasios

Sam Black discusses cEDH and other paper Magic formats

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes54Foundeda year ago
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Sam gives a general overview of Reality Fracture Limited including general dynamics and play patterns, strength of colors, relevant strategies, how decks should look, analyzing commons, and how cards are different from similar cards in other limited ... more

Sam explains the card choices in "Birds and Books" in Old School and goes over sideboarding against the top 16 decks from the tournament.

Decklist: moxfield.com/decks/GbBWtQPb-0qEIUpCcxmg_A

Top 16 Decks: drive.google.com/drive/folde... more

Pia, Aether Ascetic might not be the strongest card--that's a question of rate, but it's going to be a tremendously impactful card because it's a unique effect that changes what green Commander decks are capable of. Sam takes a look at what this mean... more

Sam goes over how decks in cEDH effectively vote on the length of the game in their composition and game plan, and how anticipating their interactions informs mulligan strategy.Patreon:patreon.com/samstablepodcastCoaching:calendly.com/samuelh... more

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Recent Guests

Jase Sanders
cEDH grinder and designer of Roggishitec
Episode: Brewing Jaheira Clan Crafter with Jase Sanders
Matt Sperling
Magic: The Gathering player and content creator
Episode: Conversation with Matt Sperling
Noah Mickel
Community organizer of unsanctioned Magic the Gathering tournaments in Madison, Wisconsin.
Episode: Community Building with Noah Mickel

Host

Sam Black
Host of the show and primary host of discussion on cEDH and related formats.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Sam black

    Thanks for being a wonderful cook and player

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whoa thank you Sam black
    United States9 months ago

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fans enjoy the show's willingness to explore fringe, high-skill strategies
the format often feels like a hands-on, tactical guide for serious players
listeners appreciate the host's depth of knowledge and practical deck-building tips

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#124
United States/Leisure/Games
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#6
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#7
Brazil/Leisure/Games
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#28
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Apple Podcasts
#65
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Apple Podcasts
#108
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Talking Points

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Conversation with Matt Sperling
Q: If you could change one thing about the current CDH environment, what would it be?
I'd aim to reduce the ability to discuss draws or concedes in casual play by shifting conversations toward natural incentives—so that players focus on finishing games rather than steering outcomes through talk, with judges enforcing slow play and delinking discussion from actual game actions.
Conversation with Matt Sperling
Q: What are your hot takes on underplayed cards or decks right now in CDH?
I'm not convinced about a single dominant underplayed card, but I'm watching cards like Dream Harvest and others that offer heavy impact without the classic draw-heavy weakness. I also talked about how Peer, Atali-like effects, and other big-mana strategies could influence the format as their cards mature, with the caveat that real-world play and ban decisions will shape their viability.
Conversation with Matt Sperling
Q: So Matt, having weighed in on that, what do you think about the new draw-incentive changes?
I think the incentive changes are in the right place because incentives matter; it's an experiment rather than a rules-committee decree, and it makes people think more about whether to draw or push for a win. There are concerns about how it affects king-making and the overall flow of matches, but the idea is to move away from frequent draws by making win values more clearly reflected in standings.

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The show consistently centers on high-skill, competitive formats of paper Magic, with deep dives into specific commanders, combo strategies, and metagame analysis. Episodes blend tactical deck-building, tournament storytelling, and practical tuning notes, often comparing archetypes, exploring parity between speed and disruption, and detailing how particular engines shape wins. A standout pattern is the host's willingness to share personal build experiences and real-game outcomes, offering actionable guidance for both tuned tournament lists and more casual brews. Noteworthy is the emphasis on fringe and multi-color CDH interactions, plus occasional personal and community-oriented tangents that add texture beyond pure strategy, making it appe... more

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