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AuthorIn Contention

In Contention is a competitive-minded Magic: The Gathering podcast, hosted by Matt Kranstuber, Reuben Bresler, and Joey Pasco. Every other week, they discuss the latest tournament results and Magic news.

In Contention #116 – Big Game

Reuben and Joey discuss this past weekend’s Grand Prix, ever-shifting Standard, and the future of Grand Prix in response to the massive turnout of #GPCharlotte.

In Contention #115 – Martell Aristocrats

In this week’s episode, the group discusses the exciting results of Pro Tour Gatecrash and the newly announced fourth Pro Tour and From the Vault set.

In Contention #114 – Orange Rush

Joey and Reuben are joined by Evan Erwin to discuss the results of #SCGNJ and look ahead to #PTGTC and all the action happening at #GPCharlotte!

In Contention #113 – A New Standard

Reuben and Kranny go solo to discuss the newly minted Standard format. They talk about their favorite decks from the weekend and the trigger rules updates.

In Contention #112 – Crashing Out The Gate

In this week’s episode, the boys discuss the latest banned and restricted announcement and the possibilities of Gatecrash cards in new Standard.

In Contention #111 – Can’t Standard It

The group discusses results from the latest Grand Prix and Open events, the current Modern landscape, and the impact of Gatecrash on Standard.

In Contention #110 – A Charming Discussion

Joey, Reuben, & Kranny talk about their official preview card, Gruul Charm, the various applications of the GTC Charms, and the effect they’ll have on Standard.

In Contention #109 – Revelations From The Frontline

Joey, Reuben, and Kranny discuss the recent results of SCG Open Series: Columbus and GP Denver along with newly spoiled and underrated Gatecrash cards!

In Contention #108 – Mechanical Men

Joey, Reuben, and Kranny discuss the Magic Online Cube, Vintage, Magic New Year’s resolutions, and the newly spoiled Gatecrash cards!

In Contention #107 – Beginner/Returning Player’s Guide To MTG

This special beginner-centric episode covers everything you or a friend might need to know about getting into or back into the game.

In Contention #106 – Legacy’s Allure

In this episode, Joey and Kranny get together at the crack of dawn to discuss #SCGINVI, Legacy’s supposed “fiscal cliff,” and more!

In Contention #102 – Charlesomething

In this episode of In Contention, the official podcast of the SCG Open Series, Joey, Reuben, and Kranny review Standard decklists from the dueling GP events this past weekend as well as SCG Open Series: Seattle.

In Contention Episode #101 – Snaps McGee Spews Vitriol

In this episode of In Contention, the official podcast of the SCG Open Series, Joey, Reuben, and Kranny review Standard decklists from Dallas and Modern decklists from Chicago and dive deep into what it takes to make a format one worth playing.

In Contention #100 Part 2 – My Two Centennials

In this episode of In Contention, the official podcast of the SCG Open Series, Joey, Reuben, and Kranny conclude their two-part celebration of their 100th episode with special guest Sam Stoddard!

In Contention #100 Part 1 – My Two Centennials

In this episode of In Contention, the official podcast of the SCG Open Series, Joey, Reuben, and Kranny begin their two part celebration of their centennial episode by discussing Standard, Modern, the Opens in New Orleans, and some sweet giveaways!