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The Magic Story Podcast

Wizards of the Coast·Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider·177 episodes

FictionDramaLeisureGamesOfficial MTG loreNarrated fantasySeasonal story arcsBeginner-friendly30-45 min/epCreator interviews

The Magic Story Podcast is a podcast dedicated to the lore of Magic: The Gathering and its Multiverse. Whether you have been playing Magic for years or just discovered it yesterday, the podcast is intended to be a fun, easy-to-grok entry point to dive deeper into the various characters, settings, and stories that make up Magic: The Gathering.

Why listen

The Magic Story Podcast turns Magic: The Gathering lore into accessible audio stories, with narrated fiction arcs, recap episodes, and occasional behind-the-scenes conversations with the people who build the Multiverse. It is especially good for players who know the cards but want the characters, planes, and story events to click without digging through articles. Fantasy listeners who enjoy serialized worldbuilding, tie-in fiction, and official creator context will get the most from it.

Series(7)

Episodes

19 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 1
The Magic Story Podcast | #176: Magic Presents: Pride with K. Arsenault Rivera

Learn all about Magic's Gruulfriends as The Magic Story Podcast sits down with author, narrative designer, and Chandra superfan K. Arsenault Rivera! The hosts discuss how a narrative designer brings a character to life, from the earliest inklings of a story to a printed card. Plus, you can hear Natalie, Harless, and K. Arsenault Rivera talk about how much they love Chandra and Nissa. What's not to love? Celebrate Pride Month in the Magic Multiverse! From June 5–14, participating WPN game stores will be hosting Magic Presents: Pride, where every commander has partner! Attendees can earn a traditional foil Chromatic Lantern promo card featuring artwork by Merlin G.G while supplies last. Learn More: http://mtg.social/Pride2026 The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.  Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider   Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan   Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider  Video production by McKayla Griesbaum Edited by Jonathan Choi

29 min
May 20, 2026Episode 15
The Magic Story Podcast | #175: Strixhaven: Omens of Chaos with Seanan McGuire

Award-winning author and Magic superfan Seanan McGuire joins the hosts of The Magic Story Podcast for a discussion of Strixhaven: Omens of Chaos, the New York Times Bestseller set in the Magic Multiverse. There are plenty of stories to tell and secrets to learn, but one thing is certain: Tyvar will be mentioned in the interview. Join us as we head into the Biblioplex! Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast. Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider   Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan   Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider  Edited by Jonathan Choi

27 min
Apr 27, 2026Episode 14
The Magic Story Podcast | #174: Enter the Mystical Archive with Secrets of Strixhaven

Bring the Multiverse's greatest spells to your collection with Secrets of Strixhaven's Mystical Archive cards! The Magic Story Podcast joins Tom Jenkot and Yuuki Koizumi of Magic's Booster Fun team for a history lesson on how they brought the Mystical Archive to life. Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Video production by McKayla Griesbaum

36 min
Apr 9, 2026Episode 13
Secrets of Strixhaven | #173: Down to the Lake, Alone

Dina learns that grief can eat you up. Read the Story: "Down to the Lake, Alone" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by Issac Fellman Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

42 min
Apr 8, 2026Episode 12
Secrets of Strixhaven | #172: Winnowing Season

Killian Lu loses a duel. Read the Story: "Winnowing Season" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by Emma Mieko Candon Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

40 min
Apr 6, 2026Episode 11
Secrets of Strixhaven | #171: The Math of More

Zimone Wola is beside herself. Read the Story: "The Math of More" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS Written by Alison Lührs Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

38 min
Apr 3, 2026Episode 10
Secrets of Strixhaven | #170: Field Studies in a Future Tense

Quintorius Kand makes a cutting discovery. Read the Story: "Field Studies in a Future Tense" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

36 min
Apr 2, 2026Episode 9
Secrets of Strixhaven | #169: A Living Flame

Rootha Squallheart confronts her past. Read the Story: "A Living Flame" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS Written by Aysha Farah Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

41 min
Mar 30, 2026Episode 8
Secrets of Strixhaven | #168: Episode 6 – Two, Three, Five, Seven

Two friends fight. Reality ripples. Read the Story: "Episode 6: Two, Three, Five, Seven" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

33 min
Mar 27, 2026Episode 7
Secrets of Strixhaven | #167: Episode 5 – Breaking Point

Chandra and Ajani grapple with hard truths. Read the Story: "Episode 5: Breaking Point" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

36 min
Mar 26, 2026Episode 6
Secrets of Strixhaven | #166: Episode 4 – Something to Offer

In the wake of the giant archaic's attack, the students must confront a demonic horror deep within the titan's chest. Read the Story: "Episode 4: Something to Offer" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

34 min
Mar 25, 2026Episode 5
Secrets of Strixhaven | #165: Episode 3 – Asunder

Kirol, Sanar, and Abigale search for their imperiled friends … and encounter some unlikely allies. Read the Story: "Episode 3: Asunder"  Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

42 min
Mar 24, 2026Episode 4
Secrets of Strixhaven | #164: Episode 2 – Travels and Travails

Eager to impress Professor Fel, Lluwen stumbles upon a discovery of grave importance. Read the Story: "Episode 2: Travels and Travails"Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

42 min
Mar 23, 2026Episode 3
Secrets of Strixhaven | #163: Episode 1 – Penmanship Practice

Five Strixhaven second-years struggle to find their identities in the wider world of Arcavios.  Read the Story: "Episode 1: Penmanship Practice"  Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS  Written by K. Arsenault Rivera  Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

41 min
Mar 17, 2026Episode 2
The Magic Story Podcast | #162: Back to School with Secrets of Strixhaven

Class is back in session with Secrets of Strixhaven! We're joined by two scholars of Strixhaven, Lauren Bond and Matt Danner, for a study session on the greatest school in the Multiverse. Get a sneak peek at everything that's changed since our last visit to campus and prepare for the release of Secrets of Strixhaven on April 24, 2026.   Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPSOS   The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.   Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider   Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan   Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie KreiderEdited by Jonathan Choi

39 min
Mar 9, 2026Episode 1
Secrets of Strixhaven | #161: Off the Record

Jilesa, an eager young reporter for the Strixhaven Star, must interview Professor Zarek for a tedious puff piece. But when he asks her to help him with a secret project, she'll have to decide if she's willing to risk her life in search of a scoop. Read the Story: "Off the Record" Learn More: Secrets of Strixhaven Written by Valerie Valdes Narrated by Emily Lawrence Edited by Jonathan Choi

33 min
Jan 14, 2026Episode 13
The Magic Story Podcast | #160: All About Fable Frames with Lorwyn Eclipsed

Your favorite cards from Lorwyn Eclipsed just got cuter with fable frames! The Magic Story Podcast joins Aliana Rood and Dalton Pencarinha for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Booster Fun cards. From Bitterbloom Bearer to Eclipsed Elf, there's a fable frame card for every deck. Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.  Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider   Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan   Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider

32 min
Jan 8, 2026Episode 12
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #159: Star-Crossed

Two elves strike up an unlikely correspondence and discover that love can be petrifying. Read the Story: "Star-Crossed" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL Written by Akemi Dawn Bowman Narrated by Tatiana Grey

41 min
Jan 7, 2026Episode 11
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #158: Three Dreams, Three Truths

An ash, rowan, and elder attempt to revive the ancient yew … without awakening an even more ancient power. Read the Story: "Three Dreams, Three Truths" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL Written by K. Arsenault Rivera Narrated by Tatiana Grey

36 min
Jan 6, 2026Episode 10
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #157: Much Ado About Thieving

Ygril leads a group of enterprising boggarts into the lair of Boeb the Terrible, where untold riches and dangers await. Read the Story: "Much Ado About Thieving" Learn More: http://mtg.social/TMSPECL Written by Tobi Ogundiran Narrated by Tatiana Grey

31 min
Dec 16, 2025Episode 9
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #156: Episode 7 – The Charm Dissolves Apace

Elementals clash while Tam and Maralen's lives hang in the balance. Shadowmoor's prince finds his courage.  Read the Story: "Episode 7: The Charm Dissolves Apace" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

33 min
Dec 15, 2025Episode 8
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #155: Episode 6 – Full of Hateful Fantasies

As war rages, the boundary between Lorwyn and Shadowmoor shifts, and a familiar face returns.  Read the Story: "Episode 6: Full of Hateful Fantasies" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

34 min
Dec 12, 2025Episode 7
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #154: Episode 5 – If We Shadows

Maralen and the students run afoul of a former ally. Lluwen and Kirol seek a precious flower. Read the Story: "Episode 5: If We Shadows" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

33 min
Dec 11, 2025Episode 6
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #153: Episode 4 – Fetch Me That Flower

Kirol finds a friend, Abigale makes a splash, and the students meet a queen in crisis. Read the Story: "Episode 4: Fetch Me That Flower" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

28 min
Dec 10, 2025Episode 5
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #152: Episode 3 – Aweary of This Moon

Ajani and Liliana investigate the first-years' disappearance. Meanwhile, Shadowmoor descends on a kithkin village where the Strixhaven students have taken refuge. Read the Story: "Episode 3: Aweary of This Moon" Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

39 min
Dec 9, 2025Episode 4
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #151: Episode 2 – Shake Off Slumber

The students unleash a terrifying beast. Elsewhere, a faerie queen uncovers a mystery. Read the Story: "Episode 2: Shake Off Slumber"  Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

30 min
Dec 8, 2025Episode 3
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #150: Episode 1 – Out of This Wood

Four first-year Strixhaven students stumble through an Omenpath to a strange new world.  Read the Story: "Episode 1: Out of This Wood"  Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  Written by Seanan McGuire Narrated by Tatiana Grey

38 min
Dec 3, 2025Episode 2
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #149: The Making of Lorwyn Eclipsed

Delve into the mysteries of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor with The Magic Story Podcast! We sat down with Narrative Designer Neale LaPlante Johnson and Art Director Deborah Garcia for a behind-the-scenes look at Lorwyn Eclipsed. Learn all about the weirdest and wildest creatures and creations from Magic's most pastoral plane. Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed  The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast. Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Edited by Jonathan Choi

19 min
Nov 24, 2025Episode 1
Lorwyn Eclipsed | #148: What Is Lorwyn-Shadowmoor?

Return to the land of light and shadow with Lorwyn Eclipsed! Join Natalie and Harless for a history lesson on the Great Aurora, the reign of Queen Oona, and the ever-shifting landscape of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor. And if you're as hungry as a giant to start exploring the plane, check out Lorwyn: First Light on D&D Beyond and tell a tale of your own! Learn More: Lorwyn Eclipsed The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast.  Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Edited by Jonathan Choi

29 min
Sep 15, 2025Episode 1
The Magic Story Podcast | #147: Meet the Multiverse and Traverse the Planes

Traverse the Multiverse like a planeswalking professional with Through the Omenpaths! Go on a trip with The Magic Story Podcast through some of Magic's most beloved settings, from the far-flung reaches of the Edge to the spirit-touched realm of Kamigawa. Join Natalie and Harless for a travelogue of epic proportions. Explore Through the Omenpaths: Card Image Gallery  Play MTG Arena: Learn More  The Magic Story Podcast is an official production of Wizards of the Coast. Hosted by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Written and directed by Jubilee Finnegan Co-created and produced by Harless Snyder and Natalie Kreider Video production by McKayla Griesbaum Edited by Jonathan Choi

39 min
Jul 15, 2025Episode 18
Edge of Eternities | #146: The Story of Haliya, Ascendant Cadet

The story of Edge of Eternities has come to a close! To recap this supermassive saga, Natalie and Harless venture out into the Edge alongside Story Lead Roy Graham to retell the story of Haliya, a squire of the Sunstar Free Company. With two Edge of Eternities preview cards and behind-the-scenes insights on how this set was made, today's episode is a deep-space deep-dive that you won't want to miss.  Read the Story: MTGStory.com Preorder Now: Edge of EternitiesEdited by Jonathan Choi

1 hr 6 min
Jul 7, 2025Episode 17
Edge of Eternities | #145: Episode 11

Haliya faces Vondam as Sami and Tannuk flee a threat beyond their imagining. The Endstone comes home.  Written by Seth Dickinson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 11"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

48 min
Jul 4, 2025Episode 16
Edge of Eternities | #144: Episode 10

The Seriema and her crew chart a course for Infinite Guideline, the only way out of Sothera. But they'll have to fly through a war zone to get there.  Written by Seth Dickinson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 10"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

1 hr 17 min
Jul 3, 2025Episode 15
Edge of Eternities | #143: Episode 9

The scoundrels, exiles, and acolytes wrestle with what's happened. A wizard arrives.  Written by Seth Dickinson Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 9" Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

31 min
Jul 3, 2025Episode 14
Edge of Eternities | #142: The Wefthunter

Ghan, a Drix warrior tasked with containment of Eldrazi corruption in the Edge, tracks a new target while fleeing old ghosts.  Written by Aimee Ogden  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi Read the Story: "The Wefthunter"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

39 min
Jul 2, 2025Episode 13
Edge of Eternities | #141: Episode 8

Vondam initiates Protocol Seven. The Seriema makes a desperate bid for escape.  Written by Seth Dickinson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla  Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 8"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

32 min
Jul 2, 2025Episode 12
Edge of Eternities | #140: Compact Me to Zero

A gravkill paladin of Susur Secundi makes a holy—and perilous—pilgrimage.  Written by Rich Larson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Compact Me to Zero"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

52 min
Jul 1, 2025Episode 11
Edge of Eternities | #139: Episode 7

Haliya and the Sunstar Free Company close in.   Written by Seth Dickinson Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 7"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

25 min
Jul 1, 2025Episode 10
Edge of Eternities | #138: Kadrik and the Pod

Kadrik, Eumidian vanguard and runaway, finds a mysterious pod out in the wilderness. What secrets might it hold, and could they be edible?  Written by Kemi Ashing-Giwa  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Kadrik and the Pod"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

28 min
Jun 30, 2025Episode 9
Edge of Eternities | #137: Episode 6

Sami begins to realize the true nature of the stone.  Written by Seth Dickinson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 6"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

43 min
Jun 27, 2025Episode 8
Edge of Eternities | #136: Episode 5

Sami and Tannuk visit Kavaron That Is hoping to find a way to contain their new treasure.  Written by Seth Dickinson Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 5" Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

56 min
Jun 26, 2025Episode 7
Edge of Eternities | #135: Episode 4

The battle between acolytes of the great faiths plays out aboard the mighty Dawnsire.  Written by Seth Dickinson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 4"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

56 min
Jun 25, 2025Episode 6
Edge of Eternities | #134: Episode 3

In the dark, twisting halls of Susur Secundi, an attack is planned. Meanwhile, a squire and her knight prepare for battle.  Written by Seth Dickinson Narrated by Jesse Inocalla  Edited by Jonathan Choi Read the Story: "Episode 3"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

33 min
Jun 25, 2025Episode 5
Edge of Eternities | #133: The Doors of Uthros

One last heist is all that Geldan needs to get clear of her gift-debt. But robbing an Illvoi facility within the crushing gravity of Uthros is easier said than done …  Written by AnaMaria Curtis  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla  Edited by Jonathan Choi Read the Story: "The Doors of Uthros"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

45 min
Jun 24, 2025Episode 4
Edge of Eternities | #132: Episode 2

Sami and Tannuk explore the colony and find something unexpected.  Written by Seth Dickinson Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Episode 2" Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

27 min
Jun 23, 2025Episode 3
Edge of Eternities | #131: Grasp in the Dark

A squad of Memorial Navy Kav investigate an unusual structure unearthed from their collapsing homeworld, and discover something ancient and terrible.  Written by RJ Taylor Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: "Grasp in the Dark"  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

31 min
Jun 20, 2025Episode 2
Edge of Eternities | #130: Episode 1

Introducing the Edge. Two scoundrels look for a cat.  Written by Seth Dickinson  Narrated by Jesse Inocalla Edited by Jonathan Choi  Read the Story: Episode 1  Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities

24 min
Jun 20, 2025Episode 1
Edge of Eternities | #129: Going Galactic with Laurel Pratt

Incoming transmission from The Magic Story Podcast! Harless and Natalie introduce you to the Edge: Magic's far-out, science-fantasy setting. Here, you'll meet ages-old faiths, do battle with cosmic entities, and search for a long-lost cat. To make sure we don't get lost in our journey through the Weft, Worldbuilding Game Designer Laurel Pratt will be our guide through the Sothera system and its mysteries. Fire up your spacecrafts and enter a brand-new horizon of Magic.  Read the Story: MTGStory.com  Preorder Now: Edge of EternitiesEdited by Jonathan Choi

6 min
Jun 18, 2025Episode 5
Magic Presents: Pride | #128: Making a Promo

How does a promo card get made? Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how our first Pride promo card came to be.Magic Presents: Pride is back! The fan-favorite Commander event is coming to your local game store from June 27–29. This time, you can earn a Chromatic Lantern promo card featuring artwork of Niko Aris. Celebrate Pride with Magic: DailyMTG.com

31 min
Jun 17, 2025Episode 4
Magic Presents: Pride | #127: Aim Through the Target

The impossibly large Cosmos Serpent is closing in, fast. Can Niko convince the Valkyries to act before it is too late? This is part of a special series of Pride-themed audiobooks, highlighting the vibrant Multiverse of Magic. For more information on how you can celebrate Pride with Magic, check out the article linked in the description. Thanks for joining us, and have a magical day!Written by Setsu Uzumé Narrated by Natalie Kreider Read the Story: "Aim Through the Target" (Originally published January 15, 2021)Celebrate Pride with Magic: DailyMTG.com

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Best for: commutes, evening listening, long drives, housework
Tone: fantastical, accessible, dramatic, lore-rich

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