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Podcast: Cuerpos Especiales
Host: EuropaFM
Episode Date: January 12, 2026
Presenters: Eva Soriano, Nacho García, Lalachús (Jmusic), Alba Cordero, Dani Piqueras, Jorge Georgia
Special Guest: Víctor Manuel

Overview

This lively morning show mixes irreverent humor, sharp pop culture commentary, playful debates on everyday topics, and up-to-date news, all delivered in the characteristic witty banter of hosts Eva Soriano and Nacho García. The episode’s main highlight is the appearance of legendary Spanish singer Víctor Manuel, who discusses his new album "Solo a solas conmigo," his expansive career, and thoughts on music, legacy, and staying inspired.
Notable segments include collective debates on spending habits, hilarious news headlines, musical updates, and playful listener interactions.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. Show Opener: New Radio Tech & Weekend Stories

[00:01–04:28]

• New Tech in the Studio: Eva jokes about management's request to use headphones to avoid startling listeners:
  • "Odio el casco. No me gusta nada. Es que no me gusta escucharme."
    (Eva Soriano, [01:02])
• Playful Debate on Headphones in Radio vs. Podcasts:
  Eva and Nacho riff on why some podcasters don’t use headphones, Eva comparing her ears to “ensaladeras”.
• Birthday Story: Nacho got a real sword for his birthday, prompting comedic admiration and gender-bending, tongue-in-cheek commentary from Eva.

2. Pop Culture & News Round-Up

[04:47–09:15]

• Globos de Oro Awards Recap:
  • "Una batalla tras otra" wins big.
  • Triumph for TV series "Adolescencia" and "The Pitt".
  • Jokes about light-hearted series deserving special awards for being "trauma-free".
• K-Pop Reference: Commentary on "Golden" by the “guerreras del K-Pop”, with running jokes about the ubiquity of the song.
• Rebajas (Winter Sales) Frenzy:
  • Discussion of consumer habits, spending projections (86% of Spaniards expected to buy, avg. €200), and playful critique of “ropa barata”.

3. The Big Debate: "¿Gastador o ratilla?" (Spender or Cheapskate)

[09:27–15:13]

• Teams Divided: Nacho & Alba as proud penny-pinchers; Eva & Dani as spenders who “live for the moment”.
  • "Ser rata. Me gusta mucho gastar poco. Excita gastar poco dinero." (Nacho, [11:07])
• Philosophical Musings:
  • Eva: "El dinero al final no es más que un constructo social... Hay que disfrutarlo."
  • Nacho and Alba rib Eva for her influencer perks, calling her "evasoriano" (wordplay: evasion/cheapskate).
• Notable Moment:
  Eva insists she’s no cheapskate, just “aprovechada” (shrewd opportunist).

4. Refuerzos de las 7: Quirky News Headlines

[15:32–21:47]

• Runaway Obese Cat:
  In Russia, a 17kg cat called "Cross" goes viral after attempting a jailbreak from a fat camp.
  • Humorous speculation about feline strategies and responsibilities of owners.
• Mandolin Thief Redemption Arc:
  In New Jersey, a drunken thief returns stolen mandolins with a remorseful note: "Sois mis mejores amigos. Lo siento mucho".
  • The team spins off into puns about "mandaloriano" and invents a "mandalorina" Star Wars episode.

5. Pueblos Especiales: Rural Storytelling — Huéscar

[21:47–29:11] | Guest: Jay Z (Juan Carlos)

• About Huéscar (Granada):
  • Tradition of exchanging patron saints (Alodía & Nulilón) with a neighboring village.
  • The world's "longest war"—a 172-year “conflict” with Denmark, forgotten until the 1980s.
    • "Hasta que en el año 80 o así alguien encontró el papel en un cajón…" (Jay Z, [25:48])
  • Advocacy for village's charm, gastronomy (cordero segureño), and natural beauty.

6. Musical News & Launches

[44:10–52:32] | With Jmusic

• Bruno Mars releases "I Just Might":
  Lively commentary on his consistency:
  • "¿Por qué solo hace temazos Bruno Mars? No sabe hacer otra cosa..." (Eva, [45:01])
• Amaia Montero rejoins La Oreja de Van Gogh:
  The new song sparks nostalgia and comparisons to Maná.
• Melon Diesel x Iván Ferreiro:
  Reworking of "Contracorriente", triggering memories and musical banter.
• Soraya's new track & the "diva invisible" game:
  Eva describes a game where friends dress up as assigned divas.

7. Cuerpos Especiales Quiz: Pilla la cita, gana la guita

[30:10–58:41]

• Listener Araceli wins €1500 after correctly identifying quotes from the hosts, with surprise participation from "Batman" (Claudio Serrano, renowned voice actor).
• Memorable Reaction: The hosts are delighted by Claudio Serrano’s personalized good luck message using the trademark “choche”.

8. In-Depth Interview: Víctor Manuel

[76:53–93:44]

Key Themes:

• Staying Power:
  Víctor reflects on a six-decade career, doing things on his own terms.
  • "Nunca he ido con la moda... Como no he ido con la moda, pues no he podido pasarme de moda." ([79:55])
• Musical Experimentation:
  Comfortable jumping between genres (from habanera to reggae) depending on what the song asks for.
• Legacy & Mortality:
  Talks candidly about mortality, friend reunions (“La Cucaracha” group of 44 friends), and preparations for the inevitable:
  • "Nos juntamos... éramos 44 y quedamos 21." ([83:06])
  • Tradition of collecting €5 per person at dinners for “la corona” for the next friend to pass.
• Generational Optimism:
  “Hay que ser optimista para militar en el Partido Comunista y pensar que vas a transformar el mundo a partir de ahí...” ([82:09])
• On Awards & Film Production:
  Not particularly motivated by awards now ("los he dado ya esos premios"), and recounts losing money as a film producer: "Me arruiné".
• Interaction with New Music:
  -- Listens to everything from Olivia Rodrigo to Abraham Mateo to Repion and new Spanish bands, embracing change and curiosity.

9. Arturo Paniagua’s Music Section: David Bowie Special

[68:16–76:32]

• 10th Anniversary of Bowie's Death:
  Focus on Bowie’s daring, experimental lesser-known albums of the 90s and 00s, his disregard for trends, and “controlling the narrative” even in his death.
  • "Nunca tuvo miedo ni a fracasar, ni a ser raro, ni a desaparecer." ([76:20])
• Personal Reflection:
  Appreciation for artists who reinvent themselves for themselves, not for commercial success.

10. Crowdsource Interactions & Fun

[93:46–104:47]

• Listener Messages:
  Fun reactions to Batman’s “choche”, reflections on mortality, and encouragement from Claudio Serrano.
• Favorite Musical Movie Songs:
  The team and audience share favorite movie/musical numbers, e.g., Aladdín, Los Miserables, La La Land, and Wicked.
• Running Gags:
  Callbacks to earlier jokes, such as Nacho’s sword, their dual alter egos, and the “diva invisible”.

Notable Quotes

• Eva on Money Philosophy:
  "El dinero al final no es más que un constructo social que nos hace estar anclados a cosas que no nos sirven de nada. El dinero sirve para llevarnos a sitios que nos calienten el alma." ([12:10])
• Nacho on the Joy of Being Cheap:
  "Excita gastar poco dinero. Nada me gusta más que ir a una tienda de ropa baratufa..." ([11:07])
• Víctor Manuel on Longevity:
  "Mientras tenga fuerza y ganar y sobre todo vaya la gente a verte, porque el secreto es ese, si la gente no quiere verte ya te vas tú solo..." ([78:03])
• Víctor Manuel on Optimism:
  "He sido siempre muy optimista. Bueno, hay que ser muy optimista para militar en el Partido Comunista..." ([82:09])

Timestamps for Notable Segments

• 00:01: Show kickoff; singing headphones blues (Eva & Nacho)
• 04:47: Globos de Oro recap
• 09:27: Big Debate - Gastador vs. Ratilla (Debate Table)
• 15:32: News with quirky headlines (Fat cat, mandolins, etc.)
• 21:47: Pueblos Especiales: Huéscar & “the longest war”
• 44:10: New music releases with Jmusic
• 76:53: Víctor Manuel interview (begins)
• 83:06: Víctor’s friend circle “La Cucaracha” mortality story
• 93:46: Listener interactions and musical movie favorites

Tone & Style

Fast-paced, irreverent, packed with contemporary slang and puns, “Cuerpos Especiales” keeps a playful, self-deprecating spirit while not shying from honest reflections on legacy, aging, and culture. Guest Víctor Manuel contributes with humility, humor, and poignant philosophy, blending seamlessly with the show’s vibrant tone.

Useful for New Listeners

The episode is a quintessential “Cuerpos Especiales” experience: a safe landing for pop culture obsessives and music lovers who appreciate both laughter and substance. The interview with Víctor Manuel offers rare insights into enduring artistic motivation, while the spontaneous banter and unpredictable segments provide ample fun and warmth, anchored by hosts who never take themselves too seriously.

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