@pick1pack1pod.bsky.social
A podcast about Magic: The Gathering co-hosted by Gavin McKay and Paul J. Comeau (@comeaupaulj.bsky.social). Find us on YouTube, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. https://linktr.ee/pick1pack1pod
Cowabunga! In this episode Gavin and Paul leap out of the sewers alongside the world's most fearsome fighting team, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! This episode will arm you with the turtle power to succeed at prerelease and in your first drafts.
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#mtgxtmnt
Hi all! Just a quick note that because of family commitments our TMNT Limited Primer will be up Thursday evening. Thanks for your understanding and good luck at your Prereleases!
26.02.2026 03:06 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1
Today we celebrate the legacy of one of the greatest players of our community, the one and only "German Juggernaut".
Remembering Kai Budde: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nELc...
In this episode Gavin and Paul dive into the nostalgic world of Lorwyn. They explore the five typal archetypes, new mechanics like Blight and Vivid, as well as a slew of returning mechanics. How will the typal archetypes impact gameplay and drafting strategies?
16.01.2026 17:10 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
In this episode, Paul and Gavin explore the new Magic set Avatar: The Last Airbender. They discuss the many new mechanics in the set, including the unique bending mechanics, and how these mechanics interface with the draft archetypes. Yip Yip!
#MTGxATLA
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The best Magic news all year.
21.10.2025 17:42 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
High level Limited coming in 2026-27.
21.10.2025 17:41 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Paul has an article in the latest issue of Tabletop Gaming Magazine, for those interested in reading about TCGs other than Magic.
26.09.2025 17:22 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Paul and Gavin are back from The Void, and swinging into Magic's new Spider-Man set. In this episode, they cover the new pick-two draft format, set mechanics, and Limited archetypes. They also share hot takes on what the set means for the future of Magic.
#MTGxSpiderMan
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3-0 at Edge of Eternities Prerelease tonight. Lander tokens make fixing and getting to big mana surprisingly easy. #mtgeoe
26.07.2025 04:21 — 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
In this episode Paul and Gavin blast off into the new Magic: The Gathering set, Edge of Eternities! Put on your space helmets and join them as they discuss the new cards, mechanics, and archetypes of this space opera-themed set.
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This is a major development.
21.07.2025 22:06 — 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
If you have yet to check out our episode on Magic and mental health, please do so today.
youtu.be/4xeckXiSGqE
Want to find a therapist, but not sure where to start? Check out: www.psychologytoday.com/us
10.07.2025 14:12 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
In this episode, Gavin and Paul talk all things Magic and metal health with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Andrew DiFiore. How do we prepare ourselves mentally for making good decisions in a game of Magic? How can these skills translate to making better decisions in life?
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In this episode of Pick One, Pack One, Gavin and Paul delve into the intricacies of removal in the Final Fantasy set. They look at the top performing removal spells according to 17Lands Winrate data, and highlight other key cards. What are the best removal spells in the format?
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In this episode, Gavin and Paul explore the exciting worlds of Cube and Chaos Drafting. What is a Cube, and how do you build one? How does Chaos Draft work? What happens when you are mad enough to combine the two? Answers to all that and more!
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Continue to improve the quality of our production and branch into doing Limited live play content with hand cameras like the World Series of Poker.
06.06.2025 16:50 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
It's Final Fantasy time! Gavin and Paul delve into the new Magic: The Gathering set and its many mechanics. Legendary characters abound and are key components of the set. They analyze the various archetypes and key cards. What iconic Final Fantasy moments will you bring to life in your games?
06.06.2025 16:21 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1Sadly couldn’t beat the Ugin mirror match.
17.05.2025 16:53 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
The definition of starting your draft off right.
17.05.2025 16:41 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
We are at SCGCON in Hartford today. Come say hi!
17.05.2025 14:09 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
In this Episode, Gavin and Paul play the games from their Tarkir: Dragonstorm draft from the previous episode. Will they weather the dragonstorms and get to five wins, or will the cruel skies of Tarkir be too much for them?
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New Episode is up! In this episode, Gavin and Paul draft Tarkir: Dragonstorm together in Premiere Draft best-of-one on Arena. Will they open bombs or bomb out?
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For more tidbits of wisdom, check out our full conversation with Will here: youtu.be/jTLR-1Itv0w
29.04.2025 14:37 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Words to remember from our special guest Will Hogan: "Magic is a game. Games are meant to be fun."
29.04.2025 14:36 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
In this episode, Paul and Gavin welcome a special guest, former Pro Tour competitor Will Hogan. They discuss Hogan's experience with the game and insights on the new Tarkir: Dragonstorm format. The three discuss drafting, card evaluation, and the importance of enjoying the game and having fun.
25.04.2025 18:17 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
In this episode, Gavin and Paul delve into the intricacies of removal spells in Tarkir: Dragonstorm. They look at the top-performing removal spells and other Exhale-ent options. They discuss different types of removal and specific spells that can turn the tide of a game.
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Hi friends! Today would be a great day to subscribe to the podcast on YouTube or Spotify. Some great episodes in the works including special guests, and more! You're not gonna want to miss a single episode!
YouTube:
www.youtube.com/@pick1pack1pod
Spotify:
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Are there decklists available anywhere from the undefeated players?
13.04.2025 21:20 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0