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The Howling Salt Mine

HowlingSaltMine
Magic: the Gathering
Magic the Gathering
Commander
Salty Stories
Salt
CDH
Cedh
Deck Building
Chicago
Commander Format
EDH
One Piece
Eldrazi
CDH Tournament
Card Games
Dockside Extortionist
Board Games
Patreon
Wizards Of the Coast
Nadu, Winged Wisdom

A comedy/advice podcast reading salty stories from the Magic the Gathering community.

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to Episode 206! IT'S A GREMLIN BOYS EP!

Today, a whining rival ruins the game night (and also refuses to buy singles?), when you need to release your imprisoned commander to save the table, and one of the most epic narratives we have ever re... more

Welcome to Episode 205!

Today, a Hemingway tells us about an obnoxious opponent at the LGS, a salty stalemate in a head to head Lorwyn duel, and a story of mill and bad mulligans.

Also Tony loves Baba, Sam learns Clock of Omens is broken, and Mike ... more

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Welcome to Episode 204!

Today, holding back to let a new player have their moment, when your friend unknowingly silver bullets your entire deck, and the pure unfiltered vitriol of a manbaby on MTGO.

Also Sam and Mike discuss their time at PAX East ... more

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Welcome to Episode 203!

It's our live show from MagicCon Vegas 2026!

Today, having perfect answers for an increasingly salty opponent, trapping your beloved brother in Muldrotha loops, farming casuals in ticketed free play, and winning in style wit... more

YouTube

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Recent Guests

Chris (Cool Whip)
Friend and contributor who shared the Slivdrazi/Sliver-Eldrazi story
Episode: HSM 204: Rewind Your Sugar, Slivdrazi Catastrophe, and MTGO Salt
Nick Thunder
Reader of a salty story and storyteller
Episode: HSM 203: All the Answers, Jolly Sticker Man, and Feeling Decimated
Josh Lee Kwai
Returning guest from The Command Zone, Game Knights, and Extra Turns
The Command Zone
Episode: HSM 200: Losing to Spell Pierce and Losing Your Playgroup with Josh Lee Kwai of The Command Zone!
Ink Wanderer
Story submitter; author of Opponent Used MLD. It was super effective.
Episode: HSM 194: MLDing Yourself, I Could Have Won, and Punching Salmon
Amy the Amazonian
Twitch streamer and podcaster
Twitch, Open Tabs podcast
Episode: HSM 131: Middle School Salt and Roping with Amy the Amazonian!
Tim Goldsabertooth
Artist extraordinaire for CDH mats, proxies, and logos
Episode: HSM 123: Upholding Priorities and Dumb Plays with Goldsabertooth!
Tuba Deuter
Newer prospector of the mine sharing salty stories
Episode: HSM 113: Damia Dabs, Anulling Fun, and Pickling
Cal Jones
A Gamecube collector and video game creator, known from the Herald's Horn podcast.
Herald's Horn Podcast
Episode: HSM 109: With Cal Jones! cEDH Heartbreaks and Subway Sandwiches
Veggie Wagon
Co-host of the Decked Out Commander Show, known for skits and song parodies.
Decked Out Commander Show
Episode: HSM 106: With VeggieWagon! Only One Dragon and Unhinged Cheating

Hosts

Sam
Host with long-running involvement in the Salt Mine brand; prominent in panel banter and storytelling.
Mike
Co-host known for energetic commentary and banter; central to episode dynamics.
Tony
Co-host providing humor and balance; often the straight-man in banter.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Sit back and relax

    You won’t listen to this podcast to learn about the newest hot cards or financial card speculations. This is purely for laughs hearing about salty stories from kitchen tables to local LGS stores (inside joke) in the game you can’t stop dumping paychecks into. 3 stories, a Magic themed parody song and a salty card of the week. A must have if you commute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M:tG old school
    United States5 months ago
  • Funny and kind.

    Despite the subject matter the boys stay positive and uplifting. Always funny and kind and especially edumagicational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zygrot
    United States5 months ago
  • Fantastic

    This podcast is comedic, engaging, entertaining, educational, or as Sam likes to say it’s an edu-magic-ational podcast.

    Genuinely though I had no interest in podcasts and now I sometimes miss music because I am CONSTANTLY binging this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anime/mangahuman
    United States6 months ago
  • A bunch of unfunny guys reading Reddit posts… but good?

    I guess it’s pretty good.

    That Tony guy is GRRRRRREAT!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qwerthu
    United States7 months ago
  • Top tier

    Not sure why I waited this long to give it a review, but I’m here for the algorithm. Do you get these guys continue to be the best source of mini drama within the magic community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy.Slaps
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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

The show stands out for its community-driven stories and lively live-read segments.
Listeners appreciate deep MTG lore, salty stories, and practical play etiquette.
Fans love the camaraderie and playful banter among hosts.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#24
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#158
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#84
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#88
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#250
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#101
Australia/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HSM 200: Losing to Spell Pierce and Losing Your Playgroup with Josh Lee Kwai of The Command Zone!
Q: What would you tell a playgroup that's dealing with a salty member who ruins games?
The consensus is to have clear conversations, set expectations, and if necessary, reconfigure the group so everyone can continue playing in an environment that's fun for all.
HSM 200: Losing to Spell Pierce and Losing Your Playgroup with Josh Lee Kwai of The Command Zone!
Q: How do you handle salty moments during filming for Game Knights or Extra Turns?
The hosts discuss leaning into humor and transparently addressing salty moments on camera to keep the mood light and the audience engaged, while maintaining the integrity of the game.
HSM 200: Losing to Spell Pierce and Losing Your Playgroup with Josh Lee Kwai of The Command Zone!
Q: What makes you salty as a player?
Josh explains that he isn't naturally salty, but that a political breach or someone breaking a deal is what tends to trigger salt for him, highlighting how trust and fair play shape his experience.
HSM 190: RogSi's Crocs, Friendship Revoker, and cEDH is Solved? With Cam from Play to Win!
Q: What makes you salty?
Cam mentioned that he gets salty when things are outside of his control, noting that variance in gameplay frustrates him.
HSM 190: RogSi's Crocs, Friendship Revoker, and cEDH is Solved? With Cam from Play to Win!
Q: How did you get into Magic?
Cam started playing Magic in high school after trying other card games like Yu-Gi-Oh and Pokemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Howling Salt Mine

What is The Howling Salt Mine about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A humorous, candid show that riffs on salty moments from the Magic: The Gathering community, blending listener-submitted stories with personal anecdotes, banter, and occasional live segments. Episodes often center on high-salt plays, CDH and casual Commander scenarios, quirky deck interactions, and vivid anecdotes from conventions, local game stores, and online communities. A recurring vibe combines practical play etiquette with humor, storytelling, and occasional guest readers or guests from MTG content creator circles, making it a go-to for fans who enjoy ribbing, inside jokes, and deep dives into what makes play environments memorable and occasionally brutal. A standout trait is the strong sense of camaraderie among longtime friends who ... more

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Recent guests on The Howling Salt Mine include:

1. Chris (Cool Whip)
2. Nick Thunder
3. Josh Lee Kwai
4. Ink Wanderer
5. Amy the Amazonian
6. Tim Goldsabertooth
7. Tuba Deuter
8. Cal Jones

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