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Simple and Clean: A Kingdom Hearts Podcast

Multitude
Kingdom Hearts
Disney
Sora
Riku
Kairi
Ansem
Final Fantasy
Heartless
Maleficent
Organization XIII
Mickey Mouse
Destiny Islands
Xehanort
Disney Princesses
Keyblade
Naminé
Chain Of Memories
Kingdom Hearts Merchandise
Agency
Castle Oblivion

Join hosts Mischa Stanton and Mayanna Berrin (and friends) to talk about Kingdom Hearts, a little video game franchise about really big feelings. We attempt to unravel how this deceptively expansive game series has touched an entire generation of deeply earnest weirdos - and along the way, we may realize that what we’re talking about might not be just a video game, but a whole lot more.

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Take a drive with us along the Information Super-Highway - today we’re talking all about Data! In addition to everything else it’s doing, Kingdom Hearts also has full-on Matrix-style simulations. Those simulations are pretty useful for hiding secrets... more

It’s her, it’s she: the Mistress of All Evil! Sometimes, in a story as complicated as Kingdom Hearts, you need a villain who’s just in it for the vibes, y’know? And Maleficent is willing to curse a girl’s entire life just because she wasn’t invited t... more

Although there’s plenty of friendly faces on the list of Summons that appear in Kingdom Hearts, the mechanic itself is never quite as impactful as its Final Fantasy counterpart. When a mechanic that started as begging the Gods for aid is reduced to J... more

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Second star to the right, and straight on ‘til morning - today we’re talking about Neverland and all things Peter Pan! The flighty boy who stands in our culture as a symbol of a refusal to come of age, sure, we all had crushes on Peter as kids (...ri... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Gosper
Games reviewer and senior editor
Stiviva (Australian publication); Trails Through Trails podcast
Episode: What is a JRPG? with Matt Gosper
Aysha Farah
Game writer and narrative designer
Independent / Freelance writer
Episode: How Is Kingdom Hearts Metatextual? with Aysha Farah
Julian Mundy
Creator and showrunner of Star TrIppEr (StarTripper)
StarTripper
Episode: How Does Combat Feel In Kingdom Hearts? with Julian Mundy
Caldwell Tanner
From NAD pod and other online projects; animation professional
NAD pod
Episode: What If Kingdom Hearts Was A TV Show? with Caldwell Tanner
Julia Schifini
Podcaster Extraordinaire, Community Manager
Multitude
Episode: What is Organization XIII? With Julia Schifini
David Tilstra
A returning guest, avid gamer, and Kingdom Hearts player
Episode: Are Ya Winnin’ Son? with David Tilstra #2
Mia Berrin
A musician and the younger sister of Mayanna, known for her project Pom Pom Squad.
Pom Pom Squad
Episode: Have You Heard the Music of Kingdom Hearts? with Pom Pom Squad
Oscar Montoya
Comedian, improviser, and podcast host
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Episode: What Happens In Kingdom Hearts (2002)? with Oscar Montoya

Hosts

Mischa Stanton
Host with deep knowledge of KH lore and a penchant for nostalgic, humorous takes.
Mayanna Berrin
Co-host known for thoughtful, collaborative discussions and a warm, inviting tone.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Such a great podcast for anyone who has, does, or wants to love kingdom hearts

    Podcast Addict
    5
    cassieccino
    3 months ago
  • My favorite podcast about something I know nothing about

    I love video games and I love y’all and I love podcasts with two friends talking about media they love. 10/10 no notes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    clyclone
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast

    I love kingdom hearts, but can’t say I’ve ever really understood the plot. This podcast is revalatory, and also really funny and easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kosyum
    United States7 months ago
  • I AM SO EXCITED

    I love this stupid, ridiculous video game. When I heard Julia on Spirits say the name of this podcast during the refill, I legit thought it would be about something practical (even though I began humming the song immediately). She then explained the premise of the podcast and I legitimately screamed “WHAT!”

    I an so excited.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amand0r
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners often mention the show as a welcoming entry point for fans who feel overwhelmed by KH's complexity.
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Listener feedback highlights the hosts' genuine passion and chemistry, plus accessible, funny takes on KH lore.

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Where is Deep Jungle?
Q: What happens to animal-based worlds that fall to darkness?
They might have a Traverse Town-like world created for them to accommodate the characters displaced from their original settings, possibly designed to fit their needs.
Are Ya Winnin’ Son? with David Tilstra #1
Q: What do you think is about to happen in the rest of the plot of Kingdom Hearts 1?
I feel like Sora is going to almost get Kairi, but she's going to be taken away, probably by Oogie Boogie.
Are Ya Winnin’ Son? with David Tilstra #1
Q: What do you think of Kingdom Hearts so far?
I think there's a lot of depth, with real themes about growing up and finding who you are.
What is a Keyblade?
Q: What are your three favorite Keyblade designs?
Mischa and Mayanna discuss their favorite Keyblade designs, including silly ones like Pixie Petal, and more serious choices like Oblivion and Guardian Soul, emphasizing their aesthetic and mechanical qualities.

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Two lifelong Kingdom Hearts fans host a conversational deep-dive into the franchise, exploring lore, world-building, design, and fan culture with a light, humorous tone. Episodes often weave nostalgia with thoughtful analysis of game systems, cross-media storytelling, merchandise trends, and community dynamics, sometimes inviting guests to broaden the perspective. It's likely to attract listeners who treat KH as a lens on creativity, fandom economics, and identity, while delivering approachable takeaways for newcomers who want a friendly entry point into the series' sprawling universe.

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