Best Eurovision from A to Z Podcasts (2025)

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Moldovan journalist infiltrates Russia's 'digital army': Papers react to crunch elections 6:24

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PRESS REVIEW - Monday, September 29, 2025: First, Moldovan papers react to the country's parliamentary election results. Next, New York is getting ready for the last month of the mayoral race, as Eric Adams drops out. Also, a comedy festival in Saudi Arabia is no laughing matter. Finally England's Red Roses celebrate, as Australia names its cow-pat…

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'Puta*n, five years!' Papers react to Sarkozy's prison sentence 6:43

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PRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 26: The French front pages are all discussing former president Nicolas Sarkozy's five-year prison sentence, and debate continues into the back pages across Europe. Next, James Comey's indictment gets coverage in the United States. Also, the latest episode of "South Park" criticises Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Ne…

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One Piece's pirate flag, a defining symbol of worldwide Gen Z resistance 6:27

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PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, September 25: We look at reactions from the Indian press after Donald Trump hikes the price of highly skilled foreign worker visas in the US. Moldovans will head to the polls this weekend in an election tainted by Russian interference. Also: find out why One Piece's pirate flag has become a symbol of Gen Z resistance and Ne…

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'Deranged', 'staggering', 'incoherent': Papers react to Trump's UN speech 5:35

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, September 24: International papers react to US President Donald Trump's "deranged" UN speech. Also, Danish papers react to a drone incursion earlier this week, warning of a possible hybrid attack from Russia. Next, we take a look at some religious topics that are making headlines, like TikTok's new trend, #RaptureTok, with…

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Outrage after Covid-era Chinese journalist Zhang sentenced to prison for second time 5:54

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PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 23: Human rights groups condemn the ruling against Zhang Zhan, a Chinese citizen journalist facing a second four-year prison term for her reporting on Covid in 2020. In Egypt, a prominent political prisoner has been pardoned after more than a decade in prison as part of the post-Arab Spring crackdown on dissidents.…

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'Finally!': French papers on the recognition of the state of Palestine 6:23

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 22: First, France’s imminent recognition of the state of Palestine is widely covered in the French press, while international media analyse the broader implications of this move. Also, anti-corruption protests are shaking the Philippines, creating significant regional unrest. Finally, Rome’s airport has introduced n…

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'Who is the next to be silenced?': Papers react to Jimmy Kimmel's suspension 7:25

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PRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 19: International media react to Jimmy Kimmel’s cancellation, calling it a “bad time for comedians,” and speculate on what the Trump administration might target next. According to The Washington Post, billion-dollar mergers are fueling the wave of TV host suspensions. Meanwhile, Russia has revived its “Soviet Eurovi…

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US late-night host Jimmy Kimmel pulled off-air over Charlie Kirk comments 6:14

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PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, September 18: French papers examine what's at stake ahead of nationwide protests and strikes over public spending and inequality. In the US, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel is pulled off-air indefinitely after comments about Republicans and Charlie Kirk – a move critics see as a blow to free speech. And, researchers take a maj…

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Trump's $15 billion NYT lawsuit 'belongs in the trash' 5:45

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, September 17: Papers react to Israel's ground invasion of Gaza City. An opinion piece in left-wing Israeli paper Haaretz says that "History will not forgive". In the United States, Trump is filing a $15 billion "alarming but not unexpected" lawsuit against The New York Times. Plus: papers remember the life of Hollywood ico…

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Spanish government calls for sports ban on Israel, threatens to boycott Eurovision 6:41

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PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 16: We look at reactions from the Spanish press after the government calls for a sports and Eurovision boycott of Israel. Also, it's been three years since Mahsa Amini died at the hands of Iran's morality police – what has changed in the country? Plus: Armand Duplantis is celebrated for his new world record. Finall…

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Afghanistan's Taliban regime is waging 'war on all forms of secular education' 5:18

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 15: While the US and the Taliban are developping "bilateral relations", papers report on the regime's "war" on secular education. Also: after pro-Palestinian protests cut the Vuelta cycling race short, an opinion piece says it's a "bad idea" to separate sports and politics. Finally, we look at some politically charg…

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Bolsonaro's sentencing: Excessive or a triumph for Brazilian democracy? 6:47

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PRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 12: We bring you reactions from the Brazilian press after former president Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to over 27 years in prison for 2022's coup attempt. Also: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer sacks his ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Plus: we look at the Red Dress proje…

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Will Charlie Kirk's death herald a new era of political violence in the US? 6:13

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PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, September 11: Papers from across the political divide pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, the young US conservative leader who's been killed at a university in Utah. Also: Russian drones are fired into Poland, mark a turning point for NATO and its allies. A French parliamentary commission recommends a social media blackout for tee…

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'Years of frustration' caused Nepal unrest: Papers react to Gen Z protests 6:32

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, September 10: Nepal's Gen Z protests cause several Nepali news sites to be inaccessible. But first: the French papers react to their new prime minister. Also, the inside pages in France attempt to understand this Wednesday's "Bloquons tout" movement and strikes. Finally, the Guardian brings us a bit of joy as conservationi…

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Soaring debt, political turmoil: Who will (or can) save France? 6:01

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PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 9: There's political turmoil in France after Prime Minister François Bayrou is forced to resign. One paper asks: what future for France and who will save France? Also, The Wall Street Journal publishes a crude letter it says was written and signed by Donald Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for his 50…

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'Chronicle of an expected fall': French papers predict PM Bayrou's ouster 6:45

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 8: The French papers are widely covering Prime Minister François Bayrou's vote of confidence later this Monday, which he is expected to lose. Part of the French press is already discussing who Bayrou's successor might be. Next, Norway is heading to the polls in a hotly contested election. Meanwhile, a long read in t…

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'The king is dead': Italian press mourns Giorgio Armani 5:58

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PRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 5: We look at reactions in Italy after the death of "fashion king" Giorgio Armani. But first: questions are being asked in the Portuguese papers after a deadly streetcar accident. Who is to blame? Also, French daily Libération examines the perilous logistical journey of transporting the medieval Bayeux tapestry to t…

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Indonesian president faces continued nationwide strikes over inequality 5:52

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PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, September 4: Indonesia's president continues to face nationwide protests over a government priviledge scandal. But first: the international press continue to focus on China and President Xi Jinping's elaborate Victory Day celebrations. Does this symbolise a new world order? Also, Chinese fast retailer Shein is accused of us…

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A 'battle for history'? Papers react to China's victory parade 6:21

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, September 3: China's military parade marking the end of World War II stirs up debates about history. But first: papers react to a US strike on an alleged drug vessel from Venezuela. Next, Trump's deployment of the National Guard is deemed illegal by a federal judge. Meanwhile, a Chinese activist pulls off a daring escape. …

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SCO summit: 'The most anti-American nations in the world chatting and laughing' 6:15

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PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 2: The Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit is making headlines – we take a look at papers from China, Russia and India as well as coverage in the rest of the world. Next, papers discuss the 6.0-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan as well as recent US aid cuts, which are hampering recovery efforts. Also, Israel…

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Papers go dark to protest killing of journalists in Gaza 6:25

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 1: Hundreds of publications black out their front pages to speak out against the killing of journalists in Gaza. But first: most French children go back to school, while others shelter from storm alerts. Also, The Washington Post discusses a US plan to take over Gaza. Meanwhile, sports papers discuss the Women's Rug…

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Papers on famine in Gaza: 'Children forget the colours of food' 6:16

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PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, August 28: As famine in Gaza continues to make headlines, The Atlantic has a long read on families and their survival. But first, French papers discuss Prime Minister François Bayrou's looming confidence vote. Also, Denmark apologises for forced contraception on Greenland's women. At the same time, Copenhagen faces covert A…

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get engaged and break the internet 6:10

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, August 27: The news of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement breaks the internet. But first: Australian papers discuss alleged Iranian involvement in terrorist attacks last year. Next, Nigel Farage's migration plan makes headlines in the British press. Also, Danny Boon's scammer is set to go on trial for fraud. Finall…

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S03 Ep02 - Dublin 1971 2:13:13

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Welcome back to Eurovision from A to Z! Summer is usually a period of holidays, also for Eurovision, but music never has a rest. For this episode, we count again with our friend Lukas from Austria, who talked about the pros and cons of the cities candidates to host the festival in 2026 (which finally was Vienna). Also, we talk about rumours and rec…

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A 'high-risk gamble': French papers react to PM Bayrou's 'self-dissolution' 5:53

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PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, August 26: The French papers discuss Prime Minister François Bayrou's announcement of a confidence vote on September 8, which all the opposition parties say they will not support. Also, there is widespread condemnation of a double strike in Gaza which killed 20 people, including five journalists. Next, the American press ana…

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The 2025 Series Basel - The Eurovision Aftermath 1:38:25

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Hello everyone and welcome to our analysis of the Eurovision Week! Enough time has passed to analyse calmly Eurovision 2025 in its musical aspects and beyond, including of course JJ's victory and almost all happened at Basel. This time we count with the presence of our Austrian friend Lukas. He will give us his personal point of view as a fan who l…

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The 2025 Series Basel - Our Predictions and Ranking for ESC 2025 1:29:52

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Hello and welcome back! As every year, we bring our special series of the current edition of Eurovision Song Contest, Basel 2025. Didrik and Javier count with two of our habitual guests, Joy Robert, to talk about the songs and many moe things. This time we bring you a compressed format, where we make our predictions about the songs. who will get fi…

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S03 Ep01 - Amsterdam 1970 1:59:42

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Welcome back to Eurovision A to Z! We begin a new season with new look, new logo and a new jingle! Many thanks to Marco for creating this great jingle, thanks to Didrik for the design of the new logo, and also many thanks to Joy for designing the blog for this podcast. This episode is about 1970 edition, but there are a lot of news about the festiv…

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S02 Ep10 Madrid1969 1:58:25

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Hello dear listeners! We're happy to be back with a new episode of Eurovision from A to Z. Holidays are coming to their end, and an new year is about to begin, so Eurovision New Year! We conclude our second season with a visit to Teatro Real in Madrid. This is the only festival held in Javier's country, Spain, so it is a festival full of siginifica…

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S02 Ep09 London 1968 1:54:47

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Hello dear listeners! We're glad to be back with a new episode of Eurovision from A to Z. Holidays are here and Eurovision New Year hasn't begun yet, so it's time for few news about the festival or the national finals. This time we travel to the Royal Albert Hall in London, to the first festival held under the current name Eurovision Song Contest a…

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The 2024 Series Malmö - The Eurovision Aftermath 2:27:55

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Welcome to our show again! This is our final chapter of The 2024 Series where we analyse the recently finished Eurovision 2024 edition. Believe us, there has been a lot to analyse. It's been intense, stressing and exhausting. You will listen our opinions about this year, which are not the best or the worst but ir's our personal and own opinions. Di…

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The 2024 Series Malmö - Our Predictions for ESC 2024 1:44:34

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Hello and welcome back to a new episode of these special series about Eurovision 2024! After ranking our the songs competing at Malmö 2024 with our friends, now it's time for Didrik and Javier to make our predictions and other issues about this edition. At the time of the recording, we had only pictures and one-camera shoot snippets of the first re…

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The 2024 Series Malmö - Big 5, Sweden and Final Ranking 1:17:28

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Hello and welcome to our third episode of The 2024 Series! Together with Joy and Lukas, we keep on ranking the songs of this edition held at the Swedish city of Malmö. Now it's time to analyse the entries from Big 5 and the host country: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom. As usual, there will be time for analysis, debate and …

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The 2024 Series Malmö - Semifinal 2 1:48:30

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Hello again and welcome to our second episode of The 2024 Series! Together with Joy and Lukas, we keep on ranking the songs of this edition held at the Swedish city of Malmö. In episode, it's time to analyse the entries of the Second Semifinal of Eurovision 2024: Malta, Albania, Greece, Switzerland, Czechia, Austria, Denmark, Armenia, Latvia, San M…

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The 2024 Series Malmö - Semifinal 1 1:46:52

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We're back again! As every year, we make special programs revising the songs of the current edition, and 2024 is not an expception. For this year, we count again with Lukas from Austria and Joy from The Netherlands. In this first episode, we will analyse the entries of the First Semifinal of Eurovision 2024: Cyprus, Serbia, Lithuania, Ireland, Ukra…

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S02 Ep08 - Vienna1967 2:44:59

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Hello dear listeners! After a long time we go back with a new episode. Real life issues sometimes surpass you and it's been really difficult to have this episode edited after the recording some months, so apologies to our listeners for not enjoying a fresh episode for such a long time. In fact, when we recorded this episode only we knew Mustii and …

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S02 Ep07 - Luxembourg 1966 2:36:04

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Hello again, dear listeners! We are back with another episode of Eurovision history. This time we have a special guest, Robert, from Norway, with whom we have had a really great time recording this episode. We give our opinions about Malmö as the host city of Eurovision 2024 and who are the host we would like to see. Javier will talk about "Eurobla…

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The 2023 Series - Eurovision Aftermath: Grand Final Top 10 48:24

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Hello again. Last but not least, the countriesc artists and songs which makes the top ten of this edition: Vesna, Voyager, Alika, Gustaph, Tvorchi, Alessandra, Marco Mengoni, Noa Kirel, Käärijä and, of course the winner Loreen. We will try to deduct if this is a well-deserved top 10 and what are the factors these are the chosen ones. And of course,…

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The 2023 Series - Eurovision Aftermath: Grand Final, Positions 25-11 1:31:50

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We continue our analysis of the songs ranked from bottom to position 11. We will try to discern how favourites like United Kingdom finished at bottom or why Germany scores another last position. At the same time we will deal with entries like "Carpe Diem" or "Eaea", songs which were high in the bets and finished lower than expected. Are these posit…

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The 2023 Series - Eurovision Aftermath: Non-Qualified Countries 1:04:06

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Hello again and welcome to a new episode! The habitual team of Didrik and Javier plus Joy and Lukas welcomes Josh from Scotland (maybe a future EBU new member? Eurovision 2023 has ended and after the hangover it's time to recover and analyse this edition as we usually do. This first part is dedicated to the countries which did not have succeeded to…

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The 2023 Series - Our Predictions for ESC 2023 1:40:20

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Hello again! After acting like juries diring the last episodes, now we are going to talk about our predictions for Eurovision Song Contest 2023. Javier, Didrik and Lukas will talk about who can qualify for the finals, who can give the surprise qualifying or not or who will win the semis. And of course, we will try to foretell who is going to win th…

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The 2023 Series - Big 5 and Host and Final Score 1:07:06

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Hello again and welcome to the last episode of our 2023 series. This chapter is dedicated to the countries which are members of the Big 5 (France, Germany, italy, Spain and United Kingdom) and Ukraine, the host country. After the analysis of Didrik, Javier, Joy and Lukas, we have the full rankings and the final classification according to our ranki…

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The 2023 Series - Semifinal 2 Second Half 56:14

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Hello and welcome back to our 2023 special programe! Didrik, Javier and their special guests Joy and Lukas continue with their analysis and ranking of this interesting 2023 edition of Eurovision Song Contest which takes place in the city of Liverpool. With this episode, we close the analysis of the second semifinal and the semifinals in general. In…

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The 2023 Series - Semifinal 2 First Half 51:11

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We continue with our analysis with the first half of the second semifinal. Here we will analyse and rank the songs from Armenia, Denmark or Greece among others. What we can say is that this semifinal is completely unpredictable and it is really difficult to predict who will qualify. What is your opinion?…

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The 2023 Series - Semifinal 1 Second Half 1:05:27

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Hello again! We continue with our analysis of the second half of the first semifinal. Here we have clear favourites for the victory like Loreen's Tatoo or Käärijä's Cha Cha Cha. Who will win the first semifinal? Who will qualify and who will be eliminated? Listen to our analysis and opinion. What's yours?…

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The 2023 Series - Semifinal 1 Fist Half 55:32

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Hello again! We are proud of talking about the 2023 edition held at Liverpool. For this occasion we count with two good friends: Lukas from Austria and again Joy from The Netherlands. In this series of five episode we will try to predict the winner of Eurovision 2023 by ranking all the songs from the winner to bottom 37. In this episode we will dea…

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S02 Ep06 - Naples 1965 2:07:16

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Hello again to all our listeners! Thank you very much for your fidelity! Some Eurovision 2023 songs have been selected, so it's time to analyse them. The National Finals have begun so we will talk a bit about Spain, Albania or France among many others. Our journey through Eurovision history continues in Naples 1965, a cornerstone in Eurovision hist…

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S02 Ep05 - Conpenhaguen 1964 2:18:36

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Welcome to a new episode of Eurovision from A to Z! We go back with lots of news about the festival but also in the meantime many things have happened in the world, something which we must be worried. We are going to deal with one of the most remembered editions of ESC, the festival held at Copenhaguen in 1964, for many reasons. This is the year wh…

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S02 Ep04 - London 1963 1:45:15

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Happy New Eurovision Year! Let's begin the new year with a new episode just after knowing that United Kingdom will organise the 2023 edition. This is a great chance to revisit London 1963, organised in similar circumstances after the winner declined to do so. This is a great festival which set the milestone of what we know now as the great TV show …

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S02 Ep03 - Luxembourg 1962 1:53:25

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After celebrating Torino, our travel continues in Villa Louvigny in Luxembourg. But before taking the flight, Didrik and Javier will talk about the recent news concernig Eurovision 2023 (at the time of the recording the host country had not been announced yet). Didrik will also talk about the poll he has organised. What is the best Ukrainian song? …

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