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The Magic Story Podcast

Wizards of the Coast
Ravnica
Magic: the Gathering
Kaya
Ixalan
Phyrexian Arc
Orzhov Syndicate
Karlov Manor
Teysa
Tasa Karlov
Phyrexian Invasion
The Phyrexian Invasion
Azorius Senate
Zagana
Selesnya Conclave
Atrata
Inti
Watley
Malcolm
Kellen
Elish Norn

The Magic Story Podcast is a podcast dedicated to the lore of Magic: The Gathering and its Multiverse. Whether you have been playing Magic for years or just discovered it yesterday, the podcast is intended to be a fun, easy-to-grok entry point to dive deeper into the various characters, settings, and stories that make up Magic: The Gathering.

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Latest Episodes

Elementals clash while Tam and Maralen's lives hang in the balance. Shadowmoor's prince finds his courage. 

Read the Story: "Episode 7: The Charm Dissolves Apace" 

Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed 

Written by Seanan McGuire 

Narrated by Tatiana Grey... more

As war rages, the boundary between Lorwyn and Shadowmoor shifts, and a familiar face returns. 

Read the Story: "Episode 6: Full of Hateful Fantasies" 

Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed 

Written by Seanan McGuire 

Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Maralen and the students run afoul of a former ally. Lluwen and Kirol seek a precious flower. 

Read the Story: "Episode 5: If We Shadows" 

Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed 

Written by Seanan McGuire 

Narrated by Tatiana Grey

Kirol finds a friend, Abigale makes a splash, and the students meet a queen in crisis. 

Read the Story: "Episode 4: Fetch Me That Flower" 

Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed 

Written by Seanan McGuire 

Narrated by Tatiana Grey

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Recent Guests

Jesse Onokalia
Renowned voice actor, narrated audiobooks for the Edge of Eternities story
Episode: Edge of Eternities | #146: The Story of Haliya, Ascendant Cadet
Laurel Pratt
World building, game designer at Wizards
Wizards of the Coast
Episode: Edge of Eternities | #129: Going Galactic with Laurel Pratt
Meredith Pendragon
Senior Technical Producer in IT at Wizards of the Coast and President of the Wizards Pride Employee Resource Group.
Wizards of the Coast
Episode: Magic Presents: Pride | #128: Making a Promo
Neil LaPlante-Johnson
Senior World Living Game Designer at Wizards of the Coast.
Wizards of the Coast
Episode: Magic Presents: Pride | #128: Making a Promo
Lauren Bond
Senior narrative game designer working on Tarkir Dragonstorm, with previous experience on Assassin's Creed and Doctor Who.
Wizards of the Coast
Episode: Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #118: Clans of Tarkir with Lauren Bond and Forrest Schehl
Forrest Schehl
Senior art director who has worked on previous Magic sets and contributed to visual storytelling in Tarkir Dragonstorm.
Wizards of the Coast
Episode: Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #118: Clans of Tarkir with Lauren Bond and Forrest Schehl
Roy Graham
Story lead coordinating the creative team behind Magic Story.
Magic: The Gathering
Episode: Duskmourn: House of Horror | #102: Origins of Duskmourn
Ovidio Cartagena
Art director with a star-studded resume overseeing artistic design for Magic.
Magic: The Gathering
Episode: Duskmourn: House of Horror | #102: Origins of Duskmourn
Emily Tang
World-building lead for Duskmourn, previously worked on Bloomberg.
Magic: The Gathering
Episode: Duskmourn: House of Horror | #102: Origins of Duskmourn

Hosts

Natalie
Co-host known for her enthusiastic insights on lore and storytelling within the Magic universe.
Harless
Co-host and narrator who brings a unique perspective to the exploration of character identities and stories in the lore.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 580 ratings
  • 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

    Honestly a great podcast for anyone interested in mtg or just learning, it’s a must listen for fans of all ages. 100%

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JameWallace
    Australia4 months ago
  • Wonderful Podcast

    I really enjoy both the audio book and discussion episodes for each magic story. I would love it if we could get older stories in between new sets as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoonyMouse
    United States6 months ago
  • Though you both have been more into reading the story itself, early on it was very abridged but I amnglad that you are doing it more. ftw Eldrine.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States7 months ago
  • The actual reading is so immersive and really draws me in.

    Though you both have been more into reading the story itself, early on it was very abridged but I amnglad that you are doing it more. ftw Eldrine.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous User
    United States7 months ago
  • Recaps vs Audiobooks

    Natalie and Harless do an excellent job covering the story content of Magic.

    My only complaint is the changing of the podcast format.

    The Phyrexian arc and shortly after, doing all of the story recaps, where the girls were telling their perspectives and flavor using some excerpts from the actual story, was excellent.

    Starting with Murders at Karlov Manor, the format changed to tell the audio story and then gave the recap, was pretty good. The recaps used more story quotes and were less origin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ajraebig
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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

The combination of storytelling and interviews keeps content fresh and insightful, appealing to a wide audience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging narratives and depth of lore provided, making it a great resource for understanding the multiverse.
There is some criticism regarding pacing and the need for careful editing, with occasional audio issues noted.
Overall, feedback indicates that hosts are personable and add to the enjoyable listening experience.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#55
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#19
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#67
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#128
United Kingdom/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lorwyn Eclipsed | #148: What Is Lorwyn-Shadowmoor?
Q: What exactly are Lorwyn and Shadowmoor?
These are two distinct settings of Magic: The Gathering, Lorwyn being the light and whimsical side, while Shadowmoor represents its darker counterpart.
Edge of Eternities | #146: The Story of Haliya, Ascendant Cadet
Q: Why do you love to destroy the hearts of your readers by leaving these cliffhangers between one episode and the next?
Roy admits the cliffhanger was mean but notes that they had established timeline rewriting, assuming the audience would keep up with it.
Edge of Eternities | #146: The Story of Haliya, Ascendant Cadet
Q: Roy, I'm curious how this focus on choice and audience interaction plays into the overall narrative of Edge of Eternities?
Roy explains how the idea of choice and interactive elements emerged during the writing process with Seth Dickinson, influencing both the plot and character journeys.
Edge of Eternities | #129: Going Galactic with Laurel Pratt
Q: What about the Summists?
They are expansionists who combat black holes and aim to reignite them into stars, claiming to put more into existence than they take away.
Edge of Eternities | #129: Going Galactic with Laurel Pratt
Q: What can you tell us about the Monoists?
They describe themselves as an entropic death cult that embraces fatalism, believing in a mythic afterlife within black holes.

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Focused on the rich lore of a popular collectible card game, the content explores the adventures, characters, and worlds within its expansive multiverse. Through a blend of storytelling and analysis, the episodes typically feature dramatic narratives that unfold in environments filled with magical elements and fantastical creatures. Unique aspects include immersive audio narratives that allow listeners to experience the stories as if they were part of the unfolding drama, often incorporating interviews and insights from creators and fans alike, making it an engaging resource for both longtime players and newcomers.

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1. Jesse Onokalia
2. Laurel Pratt
3. Meredith Pendragon
4. Neil LaPlante-Johnson
5. Lauren Bond
6. Forrest Schehl
7. Roy Graham
8. Ovidio Cartagena

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