Podcast Summary: Cuerpos Especiales | Con Mika – 11 de diciembre de 2025

Podcast: Cuerpos Especiales
Host: EuropaFM
Date: December 11, 2025
Presenters: Eva Soriano, Nacho García, Lalachús
Guest: Mika

Overview

This episode of Cuerpos Especiales is a vibrant mosaic of humor, pop culture, irreverent news commentary, musical games, and an in-depth interview with international pop star Mika. Set during the festive season, the show balances playful banter, quirky contests, real-life anecdotes, and musical highlights, with Eva Soriano sharing her recent experience singing with Antonio Orozco and the highly anticipated visit of Mika to promote his new single, "Immortal Love".

Key Discussion Points & Segments

Festive Morning Shenanigans (00:00–03:00)

• Advent Calendar Song Battle:
  Eva and Nacho compete in a challenge to sing as many Christmas carols as possible. The winner claims the other’s calendar prize. The segment is packed with laughter, musical improvisation, and friendly jabs.

  “Nada como tener la voz con el cerebro frito. Venga, empiezas tú.”
  — Eva Soriano (00:42)

• Prize: Eva wins two (possibly pre-licked) strawberry candies.

Celebrity Encounters & Party Tales (03:00–04:10)

• Eva describes a surreal encounter singing alongside Dani Martín and Coque Malla at a party, underscoring the show's playful 'simulation' vibe.

  “Yo estoy viviendo en una simulación. Dani Martín con Coquemaya en una fiesta.”
  — Eva Soriano (03:30)

Irreverent News Round-Up (04:12–11:41)

• Discovery of Humanity’s First Fire (UK): 350,000 years earlier than previously thought, allegedly by Neanderthals.
  — Playful dramatizations and endless quips about prehistory, evolutionary achievements, and archeological attire.

  “La clave es que han encontrado fragmentos de pirita con la que generan chispas...”
  — Eva Soriano (05:23)

• UNESCO Recognizes Italian Cuisine:
  Sassy takes about Mediterranean diets, the politics of food, and national pride.

  “Es la primera vez que una cocina nacional... recibe este reconocimiento en su totalidad.”
  — Nacho García (08:08)

• Sidequest: They try (and fail) to order carbonara at 7:20am, settling for pizza instead.

  “Hoy vamos a conseguir pasta carbonara... No hemos conseguido pasta carbonara, pero Eva ha conseguido pizzas y están de camino.”
  — Nacho García (25:23 & 25:41)

The Realities of Modern Christmas (11:52–19:08)

• Dani Piqueras' Section:
  Dissects the ever-evolving tradition of Christmas—“el elfo de las travesuras” (Elf on the Shelf), the pressure on parents, and the competition among children for the most mischievous elf.
  — A running gag is how adult stress and social media obsessions are impacting holiday joy.

  “El elfo de las travesuras no se cuela en tu casa por la chimenea. Se cuela por tu cuenta de TikTok o Instagram.”
  — Dani Piqueras (13:03)

• Christmas Light Displays:
  Local holiday lights turn into “jeroglíficos,” with fish, anchors, and boats representing “villancicos”.

Quirky News & “Los Refuerzos de las 7” (19:29–25:04)

• Strange Animal News:
  • A Russian cow eats a wallet with $1,000 (labeled “la vaca de la mierda de oro”).
  • A baby seal storms a craft beer bar in New Zealand (“foquita con focaccia” jokes ensue).
  • Nostalgia for running gags about animals in funny situations.

Eva’s Big Night with Antonio Orozco (26:22–51:13)

• Backstory: Eva recounts how Antonio Orozco invited her to sing at the Movistar Arena, sharing nerves, backstage shenanigans, and her dressing room spread (“jamón del bueno… selección de mango”).

• Performance:
  Live audio of Eva’s duet with Orozco on “Devuélveme la vida”, showing her musical talent.

  “Yo estuve cantando con Antonio Orozco en el Madrid Arena.”
  — Eva Soriano (27:41)

  “Encima hay 17,000 personas y yo pensé: si se me va la canción... ellos me la van a cantar.”
  — Eva Soriano (47:16)

Mika Interview & Musical Insights (69:48–87:59)

Mika’s Arrival & Album Talk (69:48–72:17)

• Presenting “Immortal Love” from the album Hyperlove, out January 23, 2026.
• Explores types of love (brutal, platonic, romantic) and songwriting inspiration.
• Mika reveals: “No existe una canción que no hable de deseo.” (71:49)

Studio Anecdotes (73:06–75:24)

• Mika explains real-time album remixing for streaming vs. vinyl, and how big stars tweak their music post-release.

  “Durante la noche pueden hacer un cambio del mix y tú no lo sabes...”
  — Mika (74:33)

Language, Process & Playful Banter (76:12–84:21)

• Mika has albums in multiple languages (film score with a Berber tribe & camel friendship!), now returns to English.
• The hosts and Mika joke about how modern life’s “hyper” pace stifles surprise and true connection, mirroring themes of the new album.

Signature “Cuerpos” Language Game (83:16–87:24)

• Mika is challenged with Spanish regional words:

  • Perigayo (Cáceres): Fiestero/partier
  • Cuzo (Zamora): Cotilla/gossiper
  • Chiscar (Asturias): To splash with water—though with much innuendo

  “No me chisques.” — Mika plans to use the phrase on “La Voz”, not realizing its Spanish double meanings.

• Horoscope Swap: Eva tries to guess Mika’s zodiac sign; Mika turns the question on her, leading to comic confusion (Leo vs Capricornio vs Aries).

Upcoming Tour & Final Thoughts

• Mika previews his large-scale 2026 tour and describes the family-like logistical chaos.

• The show ends with well-wishes, and Mika grateful for the quirky, welcoming interview.

  “La sorpresa y la curiosidad, y ser valiente, es el secreto de la felicidad.”
  — Mika (79:32)

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On Love & Songwriting:
  “El amor es la cosa más violenta, más interesante, más humana, más universal.”
  — Mika (80:45)

• On Surprises & Modern Life:
  “La felicidad es la sorpresa… la crisis de felicidad es que nunca nos sorprende nada porque todo es hiperplanificado.”
  — Mika (79:53)

• On Nervousness Before a Big Show:
  “Me tuve que dar un poco de ánimo... Tú puedes. Porque tú estabas en todas las orquestas de Salou.”
  — Eva Soriano (46:42)

• Eva’s One Liner on Advent Candy:
  “Me los como a gusto, aunque los haya chupado Carmela.”
  — Eva Soriano (02:59)

• Mika, after the word game:
  “Perigayo es muy Hyperlove—fiestero, fiestero.”
  — Mika (87:46)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:30–02:34 – Christmas carol battle
• 03:00–04:10 – Celebrity party story
• 04:12–11:41 – News roundup (“Cobra de la actualidad”, UNESCO, fire discovery)
• 11:52–19:08 – Dani Piqueras’ New Christmas
• 19:29–25:04 – Refuerzos: weird animal stories
• 26:22–51:13 – Eva’s story with Antonio Orozco, includes her performance (49:29–50:06)
• 69:48–72:17 – Mika introduction, “Immortal Love”
• 73:06–75:24 – Album remixing & music industry secrets
• 76:12–79:53 – Mika on languages and modern love
• 83:16–84:21 – Spanish regional slang challenge
• 87:00–87:59 – Parting words with Mika

Tone and Style

True to Cuerpos Especiales, the show radiates warmth, absurdity, and kinetic energy. Eva and Nacho’s chemistry keeps the conversation sharp and playful, making space for their guest’s insights while ensuring laughter is never in short supply. The interview with Mika is open, gently probing, and flecked with authentic curiosity, randomness, and piquant local flavor.

Takeaway

This episode is a high-energy celebration of music, daily life, and Christmas traditions, punctuated by irreverent humor and honest moments. Mika’s appearance brings a thoughtful perspective on love and creativity, while the hosts’ witty banter ensures listeners never forget they’re tuning into the morning show with the most perigayo spirit in Spain.