Podcast Summary: Mika en "Cuerpos Especiales" (Europa FM)

Episode Title: La entrevista de Mika en Cuerpos Especiales
Date: 11 de diciembre de 2025
Hosts: Eva Soriano, Nacho García, Lalachús
Guest: Mika

Overview

In this fun, lively episode, international pop star Mika joins Eva, Nacho, and Lalachús for a conversation filled with music, laughter, and cultural games. Mika introduces his new single "Immortal Love" (inspired by his dog!), unpacks the creative process behind his upcoming album "Hyper Love," reflects on the meaning of love in a hyper-connected era, and gamely tries to decipher quirky Spanish slang. The tone is playful, open, and heartfelt—matching both Mika’s personality and the morning show’s energy.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Bailando en el estudio y los TikTok Challenges

• The episode starts with the hosts joking about dancing TikTok choreographies in the studio, setting a cheerful mood.
• Mika jokes about being taught as if he were in kindergarten, showing his good-humored attitude.

  “Una profesora de parvulitos enseñando a los niños en plan qué bien.” (Eva, 00:38)

2. "Immortal Love": Amor Inmortal y Deseo

• Mika shares that his new song, "Immortal Love," though seemingly a romantic anthem, is a love song for his dog.
• He clarifies the broader concept:

  “No es el amor inmortal. Es la idea que...el álbum se llama Hyper Love…es más una provocación, una pregunta que una declaración de amor." (Mika, 01:22)

• The album explores different types of love—romantic, platonic, even love for animals.
• Mika, at 42, explains that love and desire are driving forces in his songwriting:

  “No existe una canción que no habla de deseo.” (Mika, 02:09)

3. El Arte y el Proceso de Cambiar Canciones

• Mika discusses his creative process, revealing he often changes mixes—even after a song’s initial release.
• He explains the industry trick of updating mixes on digital platforms without listeners knowing, provided the track duration is identical:

  “Tú escuchas en este momento el álbum de Taylor Swift...pueden hacer un cambio del mix. Tú no lo sabes. Necesita que la duración sea exactamente igual. Entonces al milisegundo la duración está igual. Tú lo puedes cambiar.” (Mika, 04:57)

• This gives fans different versions to discover, keeping music dynamic and engaging.

4. El Regreso al Inglés y Álbumes Multilingües

• Mika’s new work, "Hyper Love," is his first English-language album since 2019.
• He recounts previous projects:
  • A symphonic album (film soundtrack) about a boy and a camel, all instrumental—his "most difficult work."
  • An album in French.
  • Now, returning to English for "Hyper Love."
• The hosts joke about Mika’s linguistic versatility:

  “De repente eres como Duolingo. Sabes todos los idiomas. Camello también.” (Eva, 07:15; Mika, 07:19)

5. Hyper-Connected Life, Hyper Love & Felicidad

• Exploring the album’s title track "Modern Times," Mika discusses the difficulties of finding real, surprising love in an age of hyper-información and endless options.
• Eva and Mika muse on how modern life encourages a "fast food" approach to relationships, limiting opportunities for surprise and genuine happiness.
• Mika offers a powerful insight:

  “La felicidad es la sorpresa...ser valiente es el secreto de la felicidad. Y en este momento tenemos casi una crisis de felicidad.” (Mika, 09:52)

6. Amor Universal y Naturaleza Humana

• Mika underlines that "amor" in his songs isn't just romantic but also violent, interesting, human, and universal:

  “La idea del amor es la cosa más violenta, más interesante, más humana, más universal.” (Mika, 11:04)

7. Momento Horóscopo

• The hosts quiz Mika about his horoscope. With playful detective work, they guess—and Mika reveals he's an Aries, compatible with Leo:

  “No, Aries. Pero muy compatible con Aries.” (Mika, 11:55)

8. Gira Mundial y Organización

• Mika previews his massive upcoming tour, starting Feb 6 in Europe and moving to North America by the end of April, mentioning the intense logistics:

  “Es una gira muy grande...Somos 12 o 14 camiones.” (Mika, 12:25)

• The whole family is involved, even asking his sister to help sell t-shirts.

9. Juego de Palabras: Mika vs. el Español Regional

• The team challenges Mika with quirky, province-specific Spanish words:
  • Perigayo: (Cáceres) – "fiestero"
    • Mika guesses: "parecido a peligroso, pero tierno" (14:32)
  • Cuzo: (Zamora) – "cotilla" (gossipy)
    • Mika: “¿Cotilla es algo para comer?” (15:36)
  • Chiscar: (Asturias) – "salpicar con agua"
    • Running joke about alternate (potentially risqué) meanings in different regions.
    • Mika: “No me chisques.” (16:41)
• Mika loves the words and jokingly promises to use "perigayo" live on La Voz.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• About the creative process:

  "Legalmente es un problema...pero para mí no pasa nada. Es súper interesante. Podemos cambiar." (Mika, 04:30)

• On musical desire:

  "No existe una canción que no habla de deseo." (Mika, 02:09)

• On surprise and happiness:

  "La felicidad es la sorpresa...ser valiente es el secreto de la felicidad." (Mika, 09:52)

• Spanish word confusion:

  "Cotilla es algo para comer." (Mika, 15:36)

• Learning new words:

  "¿Y yo puedo utilizar en el directo de La Voz mañana?" (Mika, 14:04)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:38 – Mika is taught TikTok dances, likened to kindergarten.
• 01:17 – Discussion of "Immortal Love" and love for animals.
• 02:09 – On songwriting and the universality of desire.
• 04:13 – Mika explains different mixes (vinyl/CD/streaming) and industry secrets.
• 07:15-07:19 – Discussion of Mika’s multilingual musical journey.
• 09:52-10:13 – Mika and Eva discuss happiness and "la crisis de felicidad."
• 11:04 – Mika on the universal power of love.
• 11:55 – Mika’s horoscope reveal.
• 12:25 – Logistical details of the upcoming tour.
• 14:00–17:19 – Mika plays the Spanish regional words game.

Conclusion

The episode delivers not only a sneak peek into Mika's new music and creative mind, but also showcases his warmth and wit as he interacts playfully with the hosts. From reflecting on love in the 21st century to deciphering "chiscar," "perigayo," and "cuzo," Mika remains charming, genuine, and ready for anything—from world tours to live TV word games.

Essential listening for Mika fans, pop lovers, and anyone who enjoys a smart, humorous take on music, language, and life.