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Masters Cast is the original He-Man and She-Ra podcast, and the first audio series devoted entirely to the world of Masters of the Universe and Princess of Power. Launched in October 2005, the show became a longtime destination for fans who wanted in-depth discussion, fandom history, and passionate conversation about these iconic franchises.
The story of Masters Cast actually began years earlier in the Masters of the Universe fan community through the Guardians of Grayskull internet mailing list, founded in 1995. It was there that hosts Jon, Josh, and Katy first connected as fans, building friendships that eventually led to the creation of the podcast. Over time, the Masters Cast family expanded to include fellow fans Leanne, Martin, and James, each bringing their own love of He-Man, She-Ra, and the wider MOTU universe to the conversation.
For years, Masters Cast has celebrated everything fans love about Masters of the Universe, from classic toys and cartoons to comics, collecting, fan culture, and the ever-growing legacy of Eternia. While new episodes are not released as often as they once were, we remain incredibly grateful to the loyal listeners who still keep Masters Cast in their podcast feeds and continue to support what we do.
We also want to offer special thanks to Val Staples for his longtime support of the show and for helping build and maintain the larger Masters of the Universe fan community through the original version of He-Man.org and Power-Con.
Masters Cast is completely free to download and created by fans, for fans. We are not affiliated with Mattel, NBCUniversal, or Amazon MGM Studios, and we are not officially connected to the owners or producers of Masters of the Universe, Princess of Power, or the new Masters of the Universe motion picture. All opinions expressed on the podcast are solely our own.
The Hosts of Masters Cast
Jon a.k.a. Shadow
Jon Kallis has been a lifelong He-Man and She-Ra fan and is part of the younger generation of the original Masters of the Universe fandom. Over the years, he became the administrator of the original, iconic He-Man.org Forums, one of the best-known communities in MOTU fan history. He was also on staff for every original version of Power-Con, where he helped develop convention programming and moderated panels with Masters of the Universe legends including Melendy Britt, Alan Oppenheimer, Dean Stefan, Mark Taylor, and Emiliano Santalucia. In addition to his fan community work, Jon has contributed officially to the franchise through the Masters of the Universe Character Guide and the published restored mini-comics collection.
Katy a.k.a. RainbowBrite
Katy Haile is one of the founding voices of Masters Cast and has been part of the Masters of the Universe fan community since the early days of online fandom. Her love for He-Man, She-Ra, and the larger MOTU universe helped shape the podcast from its launch in 2005, making her an essential part of the show’s identity and legacy. Katy’s roots in the fandom go back to the Guardians of Grayskull internet mailing list, where the friendships that sparked Masters Cast first began. As one of the original hosts, full of infectious laughter, she helped build the podcast into a longtime home for fans who share a deep appreciation for the characters, stories, toys, and history of these iconic franchises.
Josh a.k.a. Lioncourt
Josh de Lioncourt is one of the founding hosts of Masters Cast and has been a devoted Masters of the Universe fan for decades. He offers a perspective unlike anyone else in the fandom, having lost his vision shortly after the debut of the original Filmation He-Man cartoon. That lived experience, combined with his lifelong connection to the franchise, gives his commentary a voice that is both distinctive and deeply personal. Josh has also contributed officially to Masters of the Universe through He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: A Character Guide and World Compendium. Beyond the podcast, he is an accomplished author whose epic fantasy series, The Dragon’s Brood Cycle, is available now.
Leanne a.k.a. StratosMacca
Leanne Hannah is an artist, illustrator, and longtime Masters of the Universe fan whose connection to the franchise goes far beyond fandom alone. She began her comics career with MVCreations, working on Masters of the Universe, and later contributed to Dark Horse’s He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Minicomic Collection, helping restore and preserve one of the most beloved parts of MOTU history. Outside of Masters Cast, Leanne has built a strong creative career as a concept artist and illustrator, with work for Hasbro on Power Rangers, for Mattel on Masters of the Universe, and for Mondo on collectible projects including Daria. She brings to the podcast a rare mix of artistic talent, professional experience, and genuine love for the worlds of He-Man and She-Ra.
Martin (a.k.a. no longer Wacky)
Martin Penny stands out as one of the most unique voices in Masters Cast. As the youngest member of the group and one of the rare fans in the MOTU community who genuinely grew up loving The New Adventures of He-Man, he brings a perspective that is both fresh and deeply personal. His appreciation for that often overlooked corner of the franchise gives him a distinctive place within the fandom and within the podcast itself. Alongside his role as one of Masters Cast’s core hosts, Martin also contributed to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: A Character Guide and World Compendium, bringing his passion for the property into official published work.