Show overview
Defending The Kingdom has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 261 episodes. That works out to roughly 150 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 27 min and 36 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language News show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 12 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 48 episodes published. Published by Kansas City Chiefs.
From the publisher
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Chiefs Reporter Matt McMullen - plus various special guests - break down the latest news and storylines in Chiefs Kingdom.
Latest Episodes
View all 261 episodes'Getting Defensive About It' - Chiefs 2026 Draft Recap | Defending The Kingdom
'We Got Our Guys' - Chiefs Round 1 Recap | Defending The Kingdom
'Like 'Em?' - NFL Draft Preview | Defending The Kingdom
'Run with It w/ RBs Coach DeMarco Murray + Flag Football Announcement!' | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter chat with Running Backs Coach DeMarco Murray about his vision for the 2026 season, plus Sheila Sickau from the Chiefs' football development team stops by to share an exciting update surrounding the potential sanctioning of girls' flag football in Kansas high schools! Learn more at Chiefs.com/LetHerPlaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Something to Prove' - Recapping the Second Wave of Free Agency | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' recent moves during the second wave of free agency on the latest episode of Defending the Kingdom!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Happy New Year w/ Kenneth Walker' | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' latest roster moves, plus front office executive Tim Terry and new running back Kenneth Walker join the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Tags, Trades and Practical Analytics w/ Cynthia Frelund' | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen recap their experience at the NFL Scouting Combine and look ahead to free agency, plus NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund joins the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Checking in from the Combine w/ Executives Chris Shea and Ryne Nutt | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen check in from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, plus front office executives Chris Shea and Ryne Nutt join the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NFL Combine Preview w/ WRs Coach Chad O'Shea | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen preview the NFL Scouting Combine, plus Wide Receivers Coach Chad O'Shea joins the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'EB Returns' - Chatting with Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen talk through Kansas City's hiring of Eric Bieniemy as Offensive Coordinator, plus Bieniemy stops by the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'The Pivot' - Chiefs Offseason Preview | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen talk through the Chiefs' upcoming offseason, plus Ari Wolfe stops by to break down the NFL playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Why You Win' - Chiefs vs. Raiders Preview w/ Chu Godrick | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders, plus Chu Godrick joins the show. Ari Wolfe also stopped by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Developments, plus a Stadium Update from Chairman & CEO Clark Hunt | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Denver Broncos, plus Chiefs Chairman & CEO Clark Hunt joins the show to discuss the recent stadium news. Ari Wolfe also stopped by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Music City Motivation' - Chiefs vs. Titans Preview | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Tennessee Titans and discuss how this game can help the Chiefs begin their preparation for the 2026 season. Ari Wolfe also stopped by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Hold the Fort' - Chiefs vs. Chargers Preview w/ George Karlaftis | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers, plus George Karlaftis joins the show! Ari Wolfe also stops by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Attack December & Earn It' - Chiefs vs. Texans Game Preview w/ Nick Bolton | Defending The Kindgom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Houston Texans, plus Nick Bolton joins the show! Ari Wolfe also stopped by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'The Layers to This Game' - Chiefs vs. Cowboys Preview | Defending the Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Dallas Cowboys, plus Ari Wolfe also stopped by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'It's a One-Game Season' - Chiefs vs. Colts Preview w/ Kareem Hunt | Defending the Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Indianapolis Colts, plus Kareem Hunt joins the show! Ari Wolfe also stops by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Critical Moments' - Chiefs vs. Broncos Preview w/ Kingsley Suamataia | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Kansas City Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Denver Broncos, plus Kingsley Suamataia joins the show! Ari Wolfe also stops by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'The 14th Time and the 6th Time' - Chiefs vs. Bills Preview w/ Mike Danna | Defending The Kingdom
Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen break down the Chiefs' upcoming matchup with the Buffalo Bills, plus Mike Danna joins the show! Ari Wolfe also stops by to talk through some storylines from around the AFC West and the NFL as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.