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Punt Pals

Comedy

We are a comedy oriented MTG podcast with an emphasis on losses, bad plays, failures, and everything else punt related! Starring Josh (ElderDrunkenHighlander) and Loren (mtg_hotdog), these two falling short tournament grinders explore all things related to the 3/4 people at the table not winning the game.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Comedy

Description:

We are a comedy oriented MTG podcast with an emphasis on losses, bad plays, failures, and everything else punt related! Starring Josh (ElderDrunkenHighlander) and Loren (mtg_hotdog), these two falling short tournament grinders explore all things related to the 3/4 people at the table not winning the game.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Punt Pals Episode 9: "Izzet Is Dead, Long Live Izzet (It's Exquizzet)" (Featuring AllTradesMediaLLC)

4/4/2024
The Punt Pals are present to precede over the death of the Parun, Niv-Mizzet. Izzet is dead, long live Izzet. Izzet really what the episode is about? Yes. In this red and blue episode the Pals are joined by their editor and sponsor Ryan as they explore the rise and fall (and possible rise again?) of Izzet in commander and cEDH. Is this color pairing in its (River) swan song? Or are our takes just mental missteps? From 2x Dressdowns in our decklists to Josh's lack of object permanence, you will laugh, you will cry, you will cowboy with us as we wish Stella Lee was spoiled by the time this episode was recorded! This episode is sponsored by AllTradesMedia, our FAVORITE one-stop shop for all the tokens we need for casual and competitive alike! Use promo code PUNTS for 25% off all orders over $20! ⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllTradesMediaLLC⁠ Ryan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ATMLLC_Official Josh's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elderdrunkenhighlander Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog Punt Pals' Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals

Duration:01:16:01

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Punt Pals Episode 8: "Punt Pals: Do Your Brain (We Did!)" (Featuring DigglesMTG)

3/6/2024
Content Warning: This episode discusses topics related to mental health. Please be advised when listening. Josh and Loren are back with their first episode since November 2023. They're joined by Diggles, even for this almost DOUBLE length Punt Pals episode. In this episode, the Pals discuss the current lying meta in cEDH, the competitive viability of Francisco/Jeska, and how to manage anxiety in a tournament setting (also while piloting a Rakdos deck). The Pals also get real and discuss mental health, depression, and anxiety and how it can relate to Magic and experiences in the Magic community. This episode is sponsored by AllTradesMedia, our FAVORITE one-stop shop for all the tokens we need for casual and competitive alike! Use promo code PUNTS for 25% off all orders over $20! ⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllTradesMediaLLC⁠ Diggles' LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/digglesmtg Josh's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/elderdrunkenhighlander Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog Punt Pals' Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals

Duration:01:26:10

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Punt Pals Episode 3: "Make "Em Punt"

3/5/2024
The Pals of Punting are back in their third episode, pursuing a plethora of probable paths to promise perceived positive preeminence (alliterations not included.) Having punted their fair share of games, Josh of ElderDrunkenHighlander and Loren, aka mtg_hotdog, see what it takes to reverse-punt or "win" games through a multitude of strategies before, during, and after a game. Also, they're kind of funny. Punt Pals Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrunkenElder Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog Punt Peak Decklist: "Not Dihada" by Duuland https://www.moxfield.com/decks/R_kkop7nu0a_-omEwm1TFw

Duration:00:47:01

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Punt Pals Episode 7: "Path to the Peak Tournament Recap"

11/8/2023
The Punt Pals are back! After a short hiatus (darn you, real life!) the Pals are ready to punt for your pleasure! This episode, Josh & Loren discuss the Path to the Peak webcam online tournament series. With Josh navigated his way to a Top 4 performance Loren casted the event alongside a motley crew of friends and fiends. What shortcomings occurred along the way? Did a punt cause Talion to miss securing its first tournament victory? (Yes). Is Rog/Si the best deck of Control Winter? (Yes.) Laugh, cry, and wait for your turn with us in this newest episode. This episode is sponsored by AllTradesMedia, our FAVORITE one-stop shop for all the tokens we need for casual and competitive alike! Use promo code PUNTS for 25% off all orders over $20! https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllTradesMediaLLC Punt Pals Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrunkenElder Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog

Duration:00:57:13

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Punt Pals Episode 6: "Passing the Punted Time & The Punts We Made Along the Way"

9/6/2023
The Punt Pals have punted again, but this time, they're bored waiting for their next round! This episode explores how to pass the punted time (and have fun doing it) at tournaments and events. One of our favorites? Tiny Leaders! There's so many more to explore when you inevitably lose and need something to do! The Punt Pals also explore crucial topics like horses legally being considered motorcycles in the state of California AND The Front Bottoms in this tangent packed special episode. Punt Pals Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrunkenElder Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog

Duration:00:44:08

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Punt Pals Episode 5: "The Cookout & Surfside Showdown" (Featuring Lua Stardust)

8/23/2023
Another guest episode?! The positively pathetic Punt Pals are joined by the newly appointed head of HR, Lua Stardust as they rehash failures (and for Loren, victories) from The Cookout and Surfside Showdown. After two back to back Top 16 performances, Loren is at risk of losing his position within the Punt Pals corporation. Will Lua of the Scrybabies wipe away the pain of punting with their love of Kinnan and Winota? Will Josh be able to be less charming? Will Loren stop Top 16-ing? Join in the merriment through this tangent filled diatribe as tournament reflection with punt probes abound. Lua's Website & Social Media https://www.luastardust.com/ https://twitter.com/luastardust https://twitter.com/ScrybabiesMTG Punt Pals Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrunkenElder Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog

Duration:00:56:20

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Punt Pals Episode 4: "When Your Deck Punts For You" (Featuring Ken Baumann)

8/9/2023
In this episode the perilous pals of punting are joined by very special guest Ken Baumann as they explore the woes of variance in a format defined by well... Variance! Episode 4 and we already have a guest episode! Laugh with them, cry with them as they recount mix-ins with the vixen known as variance and how variance can be reduced, but never solved. Ultimate Showdown of Ultimate Destiny fans and Magic: The Gathering trivia fans alike will relish in this high octane episodic adventure. Obligatory mention of ModeratelyAnonymousMTG... Ken's Website & Social Media: https://kenbaumann.com/ https://twitter.com/kenlikescarbs Punt Pals Twitter: https://twitter.com/Punt_Pals Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrunkenElder Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog

Duration:00:55:35

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Punt Pals Episode 2: "When You Punt"

7/12/2023
Welcome back to PuntPals, a comedy Magic the Gathering podcast that knows what it is. Josh of ElderDunkenHighlander and Loren of mtg_hotdog delve into what to do when you punt, how to avoid it, and how to come to terms with it when it happens. Being part of the 75% of losers will happen (more frequently if you're Josh & Loren). Onion punts, blue Gatorade, Drannith Magistrates galore, and many other tropes are explored in this sophomore episode. Erksy’s Moxfield List: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/2tNU1jJRNkSN5jnt369vew Please follow us on social media! Twitter: Punt_Pals Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog

Duration:00:46:11

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Punt Pals Episode 1: "The Punts that Define Us"

6/28/2023
"Hate the player, don't hate the game, especially when that player is you!" Hello! Thank you for tuning into this very special first episode of PuntPals, a comedy Magic the Gathering podcast focusing on losing, losses, and commiserating said losses. Starring Josh of ElderDrunkenHighlander and Loren of mtg_hotdog infamy, these two bozos explore the 75% of players at the table who don't get a win. In this episode, Josh and Loren explore their most memorable in-game punts, discuss the green equivalent to monkey blast, and learn the true meaning of the game: friendship. (Jk, it's winning. Neither of them do it though). Please follow us on social media! Twitter: Punt_Pals Loren's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mtg_hotdog

Duration:00:39:42