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Kai looks back to Core Set 2019, uncovering hidden gems from below the Rare slot and more.

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Emotions. Whether we're speculating on Magic cards or stocks, we all have to handle emotions in order to make optimal choices. This week Sig explores examples where emotion led to poor investments to help avoid these pitfalls in the future.

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It's time for another Hold 'Em & Fold 'Em! With a recent rotation, what's on Eddie's mind this week?

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Week one of new Standard is upon us, with an SCG Standard Open in the books. Eddie looks at the latest holds and folds in the context of the emerging metagame.

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