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The Kit & Krysta Podcast

The Kit & Krysta Podcast
Nintendo
Nintendo Direct
Xbox
Palworld
Switch 2
The Legend Of Zelda
Zelda
Cyberpunk 2077
Tears Of the Kingdom
Breath Of the Wild
Call Of Duty
Kingdom Hearts
Gaming Industry News
Eiji Aonuma
Super Mario
Final Fantasy XIV
Princess Peach
Playstation
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch 2

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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Recent Guests

Nintendo Fan Girl
A Nintendo enthusiast and content creator
Episode: Donkey Kong Bananza Hands-on Impressions
David Hellman
Renowned video game artist known for his work on Braid and Arranger.
Episode: 148: Why Nintendo's Satoru Iwata Still Matters in Gaming Today ft. David Hellman
Jason Schreier
Author and journalist focused on the video game industry
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Episode: 140: Making Sense of Nintendo’s Wild News Week with Jason Schreier
Victor Lucas
Host and creator of Electric Playground, a veteran in video game media
Electric Playground
Episode: 126: The Worst Day We Ever Had at Nintendo
Jenny Kimchica Windom
Host of The Wholesome Direct
The Wholesome Direct
Episode: 121: What We Expect From the June Nintendo Direct & Summer Game Fest
Tomm Hulett
Director at Wayforward, formerly a producer at Konami.
Wayforward
Episode: 110: Switch 2 Leaks Are About to Get Even BIGGER
Stephen Totilo
Media journalist and founder of Gamefile, former editor at Kotaku
Gamefile.news
Episode: 109: This Journalist Lives in Nintendo’s Head Rent-Free - ft Stephen Totilo
Kenichi Hashimoto
Producer of the Ace Attorney series
Capcom
Episode: 97: Is 2023 the Best Year for Games…Ever??

Hosts

Kit Ellis
Co-host and former Nintendo employee
Krysta Yang
Co-host and former Nintendo employee

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Good

    It’s enjoyable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smordor_Stormcrow
    United States23 days ago
  • Minus 1 star for each pair of ads

    Informed and hopeful but riddled with ads shopify, AI, patreon etc

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    talkofthetown
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Needs more substance

    Too much filler, not enough subsatnce. I was listening to coverage of a Nintendo Direct, the hosts complained about Koizumi repeating things yet the host were doing the same annoying thing. Very strange. For people who worked at Nintendo they don't seem to know some obvious things.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dracula is Still a Threat
    Canadaa month ago
  • They Were Fine until they started pandering to the algorithm

    I like these two. I followed them since the Nintendo minute days, but recently, a lot of their podcasts have been titled in… inflammatory questions?? That’s the best way I can describe it. Saying things that draw ire or what has Nintendo messed up lately makes me want to listen less and less. It’s now been a while since I’ve listened to an episode and when an episode just starts playing from my podcast feed, I skip it or ignore what is being said. Just kind of depressing how all these places are... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    shinaramusha
    United States2 months ago
  • Very good

    Great hosts with deep insights. Love not political and just games focused

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fulltilted
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Reviews highlight the engaging chemistry between Kit and Krysta as former Nintendo employees.
Listeners appreciate the insider knowledge and candid discussions provided by the hosts.
The hosts are valued for their fresh perspectives and authenticity, as well as their ability to connect personally with fans.
Some feedback points to a perceived shift towards negativity in recent episodes.

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Apple Podcasts
#26
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#116
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#31
Canada/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#66
United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#139
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#219
United Kingdom/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

186: What We Expect from the Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary Celebration
Q: How do we compare the Nintendo booth experience at Gamescom to other trade shows?
The guest experience is similar, with knowledgeable staff but varying lines, and the accessibility differs between regions.
186: What We Expect from the Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary Celebration
Q: Will we see the last of cloud games on Nintendo hardware?
It's likely there will still be cloud versions and they might revisit series like Kingdom Hearts with native releases on Switch 2.
186: What We Expect from the Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary Celebration
Q: What might be the result of no new games from Nintendo in September?
They might have some updates to announce in a rumored Direct to keep Switch 2 top of mind, as there are many options people could turn to for entertainment.
184: What is the Next $80 Game for Nintendo Switch 2?
Q: What is your favorite and least favorite E3 experience?
The favorite E3 experience was memorable for lighthearted fun and laughter during campaigns, while the least favorite involved an unsettling hotel stay where the incident involved loud shouting at their door.
184: What is the Next $80 Game for Nintendo Switch 2?
Q: What is Nintendo's policy on game demos? Is it random or up to the game's publisher?
For third-party games, it's the publisher's decision, but for first-party games, Nintendo typically evaluates whether a demo is needed based on how familiar the audience is with the game.

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This weekly podcast features insights and stories from two former Nintendo of America employees who share their experiences and knowledge about the gaming industry. The hosts discuss recent developments in gaming news, providing an analysis of both popular titles and lesser-known indie games. Over various episodes, they explore beloved franchises and the evolving landscape of gaming, striking a balance between nostalgia and contemporary gameplay experiences. Their discussions are often enriched with personal anecdotes and reflections from their time at Nintendo, making it a unique source of insider information for fans of gaming and Nintendo alike.

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