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The Kit & Krysta Podcast

The Kit & Krysta Podcast
Nintendo
Nintendo Switch 2
Switch 2
Mario Kart World
Metroid Prime 4
Nintendo Direct
Mario Kart
Donkey Kong Bananza
Pokemon
Nintendo Switch
Zelda
Kirby Air Riders
Pokémon
Resident Evil Requiem
Capcom
Gamestop
Elden Ring
Donkey Kong
The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time
Nintendo Of America

The Kit & Krysta Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang, who previously worked for Nintendo of America for over 10 years each and hosted the hit web show Nintendo Minute. Join us every Thursday for insider behind the scenes stories about what it's like to work for Nintendo, our analysis of breaking news from around the industry and lively discussion of all the great games ... more

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Hello and welcome to day one of an exciting/musical week! It's Ocarina of Time week! All week long, we'll be posting videos to celebra... more

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Hello! We're predicting the Metacritic score for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time coming to Nintendo Switch 2! There might be some... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Bayliss
Former rare artist
Rare (former)
Episode: 236: How Rare Redesigned Donkey Kong & Created Diddy Kong ft. Kevin Bayliss
Sean Velasco
Studio head, Yacht Club Games
Yacht Club Games
Episode: 235: Mina the Hollower and the Future of Yacht Club Games ft. Sean Velasco
Pete Michaud
ex-co-worker at Nintendo Power
Nintendo Power
Episode: 234: How Video Game Reviews ACTUALLY Work
Ed Eduardo
Level design director on Starlink
Ubisoft (Starlink)
Episode: How Star Fox Was Added to Starlink - Behind the Scenes Developer Interview
Yoshiaki Hirabayashi
Producer of Resident Evil Veronica during the Summer Game Fest Q&A
Capcom
Episode: Resident Evil: Veronica's Producer Told Us New Details About the Game on Switch 2!
Lucy James
GameSpot journalist; Frends Per Second Podcast co-host
GameSpot; Frends Per Second Podcast
Episode: 217: Getting to the Truth of Nintendo Myths ft. Lucy James
Joe Capcom
Capcom executive guest
Capcom
Episode: 215: Our Capcom Interview on Switch 2, Resident Evil, Mega Man & More!
Ben Starr
Voice actor known for his roles in popular video games.
Episode: 195: Ben Starr Auditions to Become a Pokemon Voice Actor
Nintendo Fan Girl
A Nintendo enthusiast and content creator
Episode: Donkey Kong Bananza Hands-on Impressions

Hosts

Kit Ellis
Host of the show with extensive background at Nintendo and a long-running insider perspective.
Krysta Yang
Co-host with deep Nintendo background and industry insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Great podcast! Should adopt more Apple Podcast features!

    Love Kit and Krysta! As a Nintendo fan I’ve been a fan of their content from the Nintendo Minute days. Love how they cover the weekly news and topics and the banter. I look forward each week to their show! Only thing I will say is that I wish they would adopt more features in this app that would help enjoy this show on this platform more. Adding the new video toggle so I can see their faces. Being able to subscribe to the channel directly in the app. Would make this podcast perfect. It is otherw... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    John Gregorio
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    Such a great podcast done by such great people! Definitely one of if not the best Nintendo podcast out there and always such a fun listen thank you so much for all the amazing content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mocha_404
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love love love

    Love this podcast, been a fan of these 2 amazing peeps since Nintendo, their chemistry is great I love it keep up the good work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marleyjimi
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • An excellent podcast from Nintendo insiders.

    This podcast would be even better if they reviewed XENOTILT.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Master of None
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    It’s pretty good (Krysta is not annoying)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Hungry dragon
    United States5 months ago

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Fans appreciate the depth on Nintendo history and hardware strategy, and the host duo's chemistry.
Some listeners feel the tone is friendly and entertaining, with strong dynamics between hosts.
Feedback ranges from high praise for authentic industry context to critiques of perceived bias or negativity in some episodes.
Listeners praise insider insights and balanced perspectives from former Nintendo staffers.

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Apple Podcasts
#24
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#106
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#18
Canada/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#36
United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#62
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#151
United Kingdom/Leisure

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

245: The Zelda Ocarina of Time Hype is Getting Real
Q: What were Nintendo's thoughts on Miiverse at the time? Did they highlight the positive interactions or get weighed down on the negative ones?
Kit Ellis says Nintendo initially expected the closed system to be easy to moderate, but heavy use and inappropriate drawings quickly overwhelmed the moderation team. Nintendo later developed filters and expanded its moderation processes.
245: The Zelda Ocarina of Time Hype is Getting Real
Q: Is there something different about how Nintendo is marketing Metroid Ravenous compared to previous entries, or is this more of a right place, right time situation?
The hosts attribute renewed interest to more consistent releases and a clearer series identity, as well as marketing that emphasizes the new game's brighter colors and action-focused tone.
Should You Play Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on Switch 2?
Q: On a Switch 2 though, would you recommend this game, whether you're a Castlevania fan or not?
Kit recommends it for players who value handheld portability and smooth performance more than sharp graphics, saying it plays well on Switch 2.
Should You Play Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on Switch 2?
Q: Does Belmont's Curse feel like a Castlevania game?
Kit says it captures the series' Gothic atmosphere, exploration, upgrades, and growing sense of power, although precision platforming and the whip's traversal role give it a different feel.
237: Behind the Scenes Stories From a Former Nintendo Power Writer
Q: From Patreon, Iris Marin asked if Nintendo Power reviewers felt pressured to be more critical of Nintendo-published games to avoid appearing biased.
The guest confirms there was always concern about backlash, but emphasizes that individual reviewers varied; overall the team aimed to be honest and fair, even when covering Nintendo-published titles.

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The show offers insider perspectives from two former Nintendo of America staffers, blending industry storytelling with sharp analysis of breaking gaming news and ongoing industry trends. Episodes frequently explore how big publishers manage reviews, embargoes, and PR, while also dissecting Nintendo-specific topics, legacy franchises, and upcoming hardware like a Switch successor. Listeners can expect candid anecdotes from long-tenured insiders, thoughtful takes on game culture, and a lighter, conversational tone that combines nostalgia with current market context. A standout rhythm is the hosts' balance of positivity with critical, experience-based viewpoints, along with regular discussions of audience questions, trailer teases, and sponsor... more

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