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Episode 74 – Everything is Zen

Pro Tour Fate Reforged just happened…that’s a lot of Siege Rhinos. We talk the Pro Tour, our weeks, and the announcement of the new core set, Magic Origins. Obviously, this means Black Lotus will be reprinted. We examine the card Metal Worker, and 5.4% of this podcast is dedicated to ’90s post-grunge music. Thank you for your honor.

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Dustin Gore – @mtgdustin

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

Episode 72 – A Self-Help Guide to Magic

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With Fate Reforged officially out, it’s a new Standard. Curtis suits up UB Control and Cameron tweaks Jeskai Tokens. We talk about some of the new decks and cards making a splash. Think about this: what do you do when you lose a lot (like Cameron-levels of losing)? Curtis gives you three easy steps to becoming a better tournament grinder. Thank you for your honor.

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Dustin Gore – @mtgdustin

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

Hello from GP Omaha!

We’re at GP Omaha this week. After an exhausting day of Modern, Cameron and Curtis fell asleep, but then decided to record a podcast in the middle of a lucid dream. We give our takeaway from the event and discuss the ups and downs of the format. We also go over some new Fate Reforged spoilers, including a horrible [card]Suntail Hawk[/card] impersonator which we shall not name. Thank you for your honor.

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Dustin Gore – @mtgdustin

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

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The Spike Feed Episode 51 – The Crying Game

Dustin decided his overseas adventures wouldn’t include recording the podcast, so this week we’re joined by the Modern Man, Nathan Quintanilla. Curtis and Cameron discuss their epic 0-2 and 1-3 records, respectively, from the latest PTQ. We also discuss the future of removal in Standard, go deep into all things Modern, and analyze the card Shadow of Doubt. Thank you for your honor.

Nathan Quintanilla – @GreatNate on Twitter and GreatNateMTG on YouTube

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

 

The Spike Feed Episode 50 – Cutting the Umbilical Cord

We celebrate 50 episodes in the most lack-luster way possible, but hey, at least we’ve got Khans spoilers to talk about. Dustin also shares his time at Gen Con, and we go over From the Vault: Annihilation. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore – myspace.dustingore.com

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed B-Side: Waxing Poetic Over Robocop

We pride ourselves on releasing tight, concise shows…just not this week. We knew we’d be on vacation, so we recorded an “off the cuff” episode for your listening pleasure. We cover Inquest magazine, our favorite films, retro video games, and Kansas City BBQ. We’ll be back to our normal shenanigans next week. Thank you for your honor.

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 48 – Professionally Intense

It’s the week of SCG KC, and we take the opportunity to record a show while being in the same room. Cameron tries a brew at the Standard Open, Curtis shares his thoughts on [card]Frost Lynx[/card], and Dustin reacts to some of the information that came out of San Diego Comic-Con. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikefeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

 

The Spike Feed Episode 46 – Church Kiss

This week, we finally get to experience M15 for ourselves and report on our prerelease experiences. Cameron is frustrated by Duels of the Planeswalkers, Curtis hates PDA while playing, and Dustin brings up slave Leia casually in the conversation. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our Show – @SpikefeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 44 – MerGirls

It’s spoiler season and we’re going deep on M15’s new planeswalkers, continue to complain about Standard, and discuss the term “Jimmies” as it relates to the East Coast. Curtis also (and unfortunately) unveils his imitation of Jace, the Living Guildpact. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @Spikefeedmtg

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 43 – Shield of the Avatar, The Last Airbender

This week, we talk M15 Spoilers and go deep into Modern. Dustin shares his trials and tribulations at GP Chicago. Curtis tries to go back to U/W Control only to come back again. Cameron throws every bit of Curtis’s advice out the window when it comes to U/B Fairies. And Dustin reveals the bureaucratic nightmare of trying to contact him. Thank you for your honor.

The Spike Feed Episode 42 – People Can’t See Your Thumbs-Up

In our latest episode, Cameron talks about his star-studded weekend, Curtis dips his toe into trading, and Dustin starts buying collections. There’s also some serious hand wringing with regards to SCG’s adoption of Modern and WOTC’s bizarre sample pack policy. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed 41 – Pillaging Merfolk

This week, Cameron dodges Conspiracy, Curtis gives his PTQ report, and Dustin forgets that we’re a PG-13 podcast when talking about Magic Online. Even more concerning, Dustin woke up early, shaved, and combed his hair to be on this week’s show. Thank you for your honor.

Your host:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 40 – If I Die, Don’t Let Dustin In

This week we’re joined by Tap N Sac’s own Jon Celso, who will likely never mentally recover from his time with us. We cover Cameron’s disastrous TCG States, Curtis finding some unexpected inspiration, Dustin bailing on Indy, and Jon fishing for lobster. Thank you for your honor.

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Jon Celso – @BalduvianBears

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 38 – The 19th-Century Gramaphone

It was a Magic-packed week. We talk about FNM and Star City States, analyze some of the cards and decks from Pro Tour Jouney Into Nyx, complain about Conspiracy, and speculate about KHAAAN!!!s of Tarkir. Also, Dustin decided to record his audio from a decommissioned army bunker in Montana. Thank you for your honor.

 

The Spike Feed Episode 34 – That Dry Heat

In our 34th episode, we welcome Dustin back to the cast as he shares tales from GP Nagoya, Cameron plays pinball and Hearthstone in Las Vegas, and Curtis sleeves up some mountains for FNM. [card]Saytr Fire Dancer[/card] also makes a brief appearance, proving once again that Curtis can’t keep that card off the show. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 33 – Hallelujah

It’s just Curtis and Cameron this week, and the pair take a Journey into Nyx. We go deep on several of the newly spoiled cards, reviewing them with our patented “50%-ish” accuracy. Also, Cameron finally defeats his longtime nemesis and emerges from the experience a new man. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @SpikeFeedMTG

Episode 32 – Merfolk Fan Fest 2014

We’re recording a bit early this week, fresh off of an SCG Legacy IQ. We discuss our thoughts on the event, Dustin complains about his interactions with shop owners, and Cameron plays with/against Merfolk for an afternoon. Thank you for your honor.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore
Cameron McCoy – @cameron_mccoy
Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our Show – @Spikefeedmtg
Music by Micah Jones

Episode 31 – Cameron Comes Back to Legacy (Then Leaves Again)

We’re back to our usual form, as Cameron has too much fun at a Legacy tournament, Curtis hates Standard, and Dustin prepares for more travels abroad. We also announces the winners of our contest, contemplate our mental states when playing [card]Cloudfin Raptor[/card], and discuss Cameron’s status as a landlord.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our Show – @Spikefeedmtg

Music by Micah Jones

Episode 28 – Robot Chicken Control

It’s the day after GP Richmond, and the guys talk Modern accordingly. Cameron learns the ins and outs of Valakut, Curtis puts together an unusual Cube brew, and Dustin makes it rain Modern staples. Thanks for listening!

Hosted by:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @spikefeedmtg

Music by – Micah Jones

Episode 27 – That Second Cunning Wish

We’ve returned from our trip to St. Louis, and share our final thoughts on the tournament. Curtis whines about his bad beats, Cameron tries to make Standard interesting, and Dustin attempts to stay awake. There’s also some chatter about Modern and the new duel decks, and Cameron tries to evaluate [card]Hive Mind[/card]. Thanks for listening!

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Our show – @spikefeedmtg.com

Music by – Micah Jones

Episode 25 – Xenagos, God of Formats

Our 25th episode is chockablock full as we uncover Conspiracy, speculate on the potential cards in FTV: Annihilation, and do our own fantasy Pro Tour Born of the Gods draft. Cameron also spends a bit of time evaluating [card]Xenagos, God of Revels[/card]. He likes it. He likes it a lot.

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_McCoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Music by: Micah Jones

The Spike Feed #26 – An Evening at SCG St. Louis

It only took 25 episodes, but we’ve finally recorded a live show together. Cameron gives a quick tournament report, Dustin complains about the state of trading, and Curtis prepares himself for an epic scrub-out at SCG St. Louis. We also have a quick conversation on the lack of gender diversity in MTG, and offer exactly zero solutions.

Our show: @SpikeFeedmtg

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy: @cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower: @CurtisNow

Music by: Micah Jones

The Spike Feed #24 – “New” Standard

Dustin, Curtis, and Cameron take some time to analyze the brand “new” standard format that debuted this weekend. Decks changed a bit, prices fluctuated, and we’re generally unhappy with all of it. Thanks for joining us!

 

Hosted by:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed #23 – Death Rites

Following up on last episode’s talk, we go in-depth on the changes to the banned and restricted list in Modern. Dustin covers the financial impact, Curtis hits the new metagame, and Cameron dreads his impending bankruptcy. We also spend a little time on the prerelease, and Cameron gets a whole ten seconds to review a card before discussing it.

Hosted by:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Music by Micah Jones

The Spike Feed Episode 22 – To Ban or Not to Ban

In this week’s episode we go over Cameron’s recent pursuit of Legacy, discuss some of the new spoiled cards, and speculate wildly about the fate of the banned list for Modern. Thanks for listening!

Your hosts:

Dustin Gore

Cameron McCoy – @Cameron_mccoy

Curtis Nower – @CurtisNow

Music by Micah Jones