The Bite Sized MTG Podcast
The Bite Sized MTG Podcast
Zach Adler
Welcome to Bite Sized MTG! This channel is dedicated to Competitive Commander (cEDH) — from high-level strategy and coaching to brewing unique lists and breaking down the meta. Whether you’re an aspiring cEDH grinder or just curious about what makes the format tick, you’ll find actionable, insightful podcasts here. Subscribe and sharpen your game, one bite at a time.
The Art of the Deal: pt 2 ft. Eisenherz
Check out Eisenherz's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EisenherzMTG---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland: https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-t...The Quest: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 SponsorGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.https://gildedgoblet.com/📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin
May 2
39 min
When To Shut The F**K Up in CEDH
Zach and Wayne dive into one of the most underrated skills in cEDH: knowing when to say nothing. In a format where every word can shift the table, they break down how silence can be a powerful strategic tool—whether it’s avoiding giving away information, letting opponents misplay, or staying under the radar at the perfect moment.From real in-game scenarios to practical tips you can apply immediately, this conversation explores how tightening up your communication can level up your win rate. If you’ve ever talked yourself out of a winning position, this one’s for you.Master the art of restraint. Win more games.---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland: https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-t...The Quest: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 SponsorGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.https://gildedgoblet.com/https://linktr.ee/bitesizedmtg📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguinTimestamps:00:03:30 - Tier 1 Autism Awareness 03 - Tourney Recap00:11:57 - When to Keep Your Mouth Shut in CEDH00:23:23 - Building Credibility with the Table00:37:51 - Playing with Feeling (Not Feelings)00:44:46 - Wrapping Up
Apr 28
49 min
The Art of the Deal: ft. Eisenherz
Check out Eisenherz's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EisenherzMTG---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland: https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-t...The Quest: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 SponsorGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.https://gildedgoblet.com/📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguinTimestamps00:10:17 - Let’s Draw Some Conclusions00:27:16 - What’s the Deal with Draws?00:43:33 - Science Behind Politics
Apr 24
57 min
Midseason Invi Winner Interview
Get an inside look at one of the biggest wins of the season! In this episode, we sit down with Dallas Glaze from Monolith to break down his incredible run and victory at the Midseason Invitational.From deck selection and meta calls to key turning points and high-pressure decisions, Dallas walks us through exactly how he navigated a stacked field to come out on top. Whether you’re looking to level up your own game or just want a behind-the-scenes look at a championship performance, this is an interview you don’t want to miss.🔍 Topics covered:Deck choice and tournament prepNavigating the cEDH metaKey plays and pivotal momentsMental game and staying sharp under pressureIf you enjoy high-level cEDH content, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews, deck techs, and tournament coverage!https://moxfield.com/decks/PyLgbs5o7kOXDUkTcwF9MAhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCFhbjlC-IN24i-lJ37uj2Fw --Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-the-lake-10k The Quest: May 16-17 Portland OR: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1 Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ- https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Apr 9
1 hr 7 min
How I Won The Atrium
Today I’m breaking down my run at the Atrium cEDH event and how I took down the whole tournament on Rograkh / Ishai.From pod navigation to key decision points, I walk through the lines that mattered, how I approached different matchups, and what made Rograkh / Ishai the right call for this event. Whether it was knowing when to pivot, leveraging tempo, or capitalizing on small windows, this tournament had a bit of everything.If you’re looking to improve your tournament play, tighten up your decision making, or just see how a winning run comes together in cEDH, this is the one for you.--Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-the-lake-10k The Quest: May 16-17 Portland OR: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1 Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ- https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interviewComment "Dibs" for your chance to win a full deck from mana vault proxies! ---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Apr 4
30 min
cEDH Game Theory with VarrakS and Kyzr
What actually is game theory in cEDH—and how do top players use it to win more games?In this episode, we’re joined by Kyzr and VarrakS to break down the fundamentals of game theory in competitive EDH. From threat assessment and table politics to bluffing, risk evaluation, and understanding player incentives, we explore how small decisions can have massive impacts on your win rate.Whether you’re looking to sharpen your decision-making or gain an edge in high-level pods, this conversation is packed with insights you can apply right away.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cEDH content!----00:12:55 - 1. Math00:27:32 - Beyesian Probability and Game Theory00:37:14 - Mutually Assured Destruction00:48:33 - We’re in Talks about Negotioations01:10:46 - What are Your Criteria?01:23:02 - Committing to Your Communication01:29:58 - Wrapping Up---Check Out the California Circuit🌴 Register for the Circuit: https://californiaedhcircuit.com/become-a-partner/---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-the-lake-10k The Quest: May 16-17 Portland OR: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1 Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ- https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interviewComment "Dibs" for your chance to win a full deck from mana vault proxies! ---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Apr 1
1 hr 40 min
How to Avoid Draws ft Max P
Today I’m joined by Zach Adler and Max P as we tackle a topic that every cEDH player runs into but rarely talks about enough—how to avoid draws.From slow play and stalled board states to complicated stack interactions and endgame decision-making, we break down why draws happen and what you can actually do to prevent them. Whether you’re in a tournament setting or grinding games with your pod, understanding how to navigate these situations can be the difference between a win and a frustrating non-result.We dig into pacing, communication, threat assessment, and clean win lines—plus share practical tips to help you close games more efficiently without sacrificing tight play.If you’re trying to level up your tournament performance and convert more games into wins, this is one you don’t want to miss.Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more cEDH content!----Max's Socialshttps://www.youtube.com/@UCwQNpPZddCjBuoFMvj9C34Q https://x.com/ThePfef--------Check Out the California Circuit🌴 Register for the Circuit: https://californiaedhcircuit.com/become-a-partner/---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:The Atrium - March 28 - 29 - Claremont CA: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-atrium-1The Quest: May 16-17 Portland OR: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1 Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ- https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Mar 25
1 hr 13 min
THE Etali Deck Tech
Today we’re diving into one of the most explosive commanders in cEDH — Etali, Primal Conqueror — and I’m joined by Julian S to break down how this terrifying dinosaur is making waves in the format.Etali brings raw power, speed, and chaos to the table, and Julian has been putting in the work to refine the list into a serious contender. In this deck tech we go through the core game plan, key card choices, combo lines, mulligan decisions, and how the deck navigates fast cEDH tables.If you like big mana, huge flips, and stealing your opponents’ best cards while assembling your own win, this is a deck you won’t want to miss.Let us know in the comments what you think of Etali in cEDH and what commanders you want to see us cover next!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out more cEDH content from the channel!---Moxfield: https://moxfield.com/decks/tszjmXcKPE2XRXLx2SmaUg-----00:05:27 - Math is For Turbo?00:19:58 - Expressing Skill in the Chaos00:34:06 - I Love Drawing Dinosaurs00:39:16 - Interacting with Short Arms00:55:07 - How to Level Up My Dino01:01:50 - A Few Small Hands01:29:03 - Wrapping Up-----Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Check Out the California Circuit🌴 Register for the Circuit: https://californiaedhcircuit.com/become-a-partner/---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:The Atrium - March 28 - 29 - Claremont CA: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-atrium-1The Quest: May 16-17 Portland OR: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1 Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ- https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview🔔 Subscribe for more Bite Sized Magic---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Mar 17
1 hr 33 min
Rograkh Ishai Deck Tech
Today I’m joined by Jase to break down one of the newest cEDH partner pairings: Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh + Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker—but with a twist. In this episode, we dive into the “No Bad Cards” philosophy and what it means when applied to Rograkh/Ishai.Instead of relying on narrow or situational pieces, this approach focuses on cards that are individually powerful, flexible, and impactful at every stage of the game. Jase walks through the deckbuilding decisions, the key cards that make the strategy work, and how this philosophy helps the deck stay consistent in high-level cEDH pods.If you’ve ever wondered how to build Rog/Ishai with maximum card quality and minimal fluff, this conversation is for you.Let us know what you think of the “No Bad Cards” approach in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow along for more cEDH discussions, deck techs, and interviews with top players and brewers.------Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Check Out the California Circuit🌴 Register for the Circuit: https://californiaedhcircuit.com/become-a-partner/---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:The Atrium - March 28 - 29 - Claremont CA: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-atrium-1The Quest: May 16-17 Portland OR: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1 Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ- https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview💬 Comment your holy grail for a chance to win !🔔 Subscribe for more Bite Sized Magic---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Mar 12
1 hr 5 min
The Judge Perspective
Today we’re diving deep into the world of competitive EDH from a side we don’t always get to hear — the judges.I’m joined by certified judges Michael “Punchy” and Alex Lien to talk about what it’s really like officiating high-level cEDH events. We break down common rules misunderstandings, slow play, communication pitfalls, judge calls at competitive REL, and what players should know before sitting down at a serious event.Bringing the player perspective, Glacial City (Anthony) joins the conversation to talk about what competitors expect from judges — and where tensions can arise in high-stakes pods.If you’ve ever wondered:• What actually happens during a judge call• How rulings are determined at competitive events• What mistakes cEDH players make most often• Or how to better prepare for tournament playThis episode is for you.Whether you’re grinding 10Ks or just leveling up your tournament mindset, understanding the judge perspective will absolutely make you a stronger competitor.Let us know your craziest judge call stories in the comments 👇---00:08:01 - Went To Call A Judge!00:19:41 - Appeal of Appealing00:23:26 - Putting on My Judge Call Voice00:28:30 - How to use Your Better Judgement00:44:07 - Information about Getting Information01:01:31 - What About Collusion01:15:06 - Wrapping Up------Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Check Out the California Circuit🌴 Register for the Circuit: https://californiaedhcircuit.com/become-a-partner/---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG/membership---Events I’m Going to:California EDH Circuit PLATINUM event! Feb 21 2025! 4K in cash prizing!https://topdeck.gg/event/best-in-the-west-platinum-qualifierThe Atrium - March 28 - 29 - Claremont CA: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-atrium-1---💸 Sponsors1️⃣ Mana Vault Proxies — Premium MTG proxies, fast shipping, insane quality.🌐 [https://manavaultproxies.com](https://manavaultproxies.com/)🧃 Use code SNACK for 5% off your order!2️⃣ DootLoot — A treasure-filled cEDH Discord where you can buy, sell, and collect rare foils, alters, and exclusives.💎 Join here: https://discord.gg/dootloot---🎵 Listen on Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/3NCoSsJ3p0D5lGWYEOTdXv?si=p2CsTGCNQkiLqCs3jBXuyA---📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: snack5322📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview💬 Comment the biggest takeaway for a chance to win Kai’s token pack!🔔 Subscribe for more Bite Sized Magic---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: `pedrobanjo`🧊 CamSit — [https://camsit.carrd.co](https://camsit.carrd.co/) | Discord: `cloneguin`
Mar 6
1 hr 30 min
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