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ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2025: Pan-ArcticVision Reaction (Feat. Building Bridges Podcast)Pan-ArcticVision is a Eurovision for the Arctic, a music show featuring artists from across the arctic, building connections to communities across state borders. This year’s edition was hosted in Iqaluit, Nunavut. This week, we are reacting to the live show alongside Dave and Jan, two of the three hosts from the Building Bridges Podcast. Join us in reacting to the 2025 edition of Pan-ArcticVision and find out which songs were our favourites! Building Bridges is “A Eurovision Podcast for the Rest of us”. Hosted by Dave, Jan, and Sebi, Building Bridges is a podcast that lives...
2025-12-121h 46ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastLife on the DQ List Vol. 5: 2015-2022Welcome to the final installment of Life on the DQ List, a series that looks at the songs that never made it onto the Eurovision stage. From songs withdrawing due to artists changing their minds to scandalous disqualifications, we’re remembering the long lost songs destined for the dustbins of history! This week, we’re looking at cancelled entries from 2015-2022.Show Notes: LinkAppearance on the Building Bridges Podcast: LinkCanadian Podcast Awards Nomination: Link
2025-11-141h 06ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Matt Monro (Class of ‘64)This week, we are returning to the Eurovision Yearbook, a series that features an artist that competed at the Eurovision Song Contest. This week, we are featuring the story of Matt Monro, the UK’s representative at the 1964 contest. Join us as we explore the story of a tank driving instructor and bus driver whose musical career started in Hong Kong, gaining the attention of big players in the music industry which led to a legendary music career!Show Notes: LinkMatt Monro Podcast: LinkMatt Monro Website: Link
2025-10-3127 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2 Years of ESC101 - Anniversary SpecialIn this week’s episode, we are celebrating two years of ESC101! Join us as we look back at the past year. Discover our favourite moments, delve into some listener questions, and join the party!
2025-08-291h 03ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: United States of America (Feat. Dimitry Pompée from the Eurovangelists Podcast)In this week’s episode, we are hosting a special edition of the Eurovision Travel Guide. This is usually a monthly series where we explore a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. However, this week in honour of the Fourth of July, we decided to celebrate Eurovision artists and songs with connections to the United States of America. To help celebrate, we are joined by Dimitry Pompée, an Emmy-nominated TV comedy writer and one of the hosts of the Eurovangelists Podcast!The Eurovangelists Podcast is hosted by Dimitry Pompée, Jere...
2025-07-041h 55ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Switzerland (1956-2024)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore the host country of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, Switzerland! As one of the original 7 countries, Switzerland has one of the deepest histories out of any participating country. Gear up for Basel as we look back at Switzerland’s victories and flops!
2025-04-181h 02ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1965: ESC Host Renata MauroThis week’s episode features the host of the 10th Eurovision Song Contest Renata Mauro. Join us as we delve into the life of Italy’s first Eurovision host. Discover Renata’s artistic background and prepare yourself as we reveal what Renata did after hosting the contest, it’s full of paws-itivity!
2025-04-1122 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Forever: Five Years Later (Feat. Elizabeth Allen & Jack Eaton)It has been 5 years since the launch of the Eurovision Forever Project by the Douze Points Podcast and we are celebrating with those who ran the project, Elizabeth Allen and Jack Eaton! Join us as we look back at the last 5 years and find out if Elizabeth and Jack would ever consider doing it again or if they would revise some of their scores!Elizabeth Allen is the host of the Douze Points Podcast and the co-host of Gabbin in the Woods, a comedy-horror podcast. Jack Eaton is the host of Camp Eurovision and the...
2025-04-041h 27ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastConductor: Aleksandar DžambazovThis week’s episode shines a spotlight on the least noticed person on the Eurovision stage…the conductor! Join us as we learn about the last conductor of the Eurovision Song Contest Aleksandar Džambazov who conducted the entry for the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia in 1998. Discover Aleksandar’s story of determination and hard work as he directed the orchestra on the Eurovision stage for the final time.
2025-03-2823 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Anita Thallaug (Class of ‘63)This week’s episode opens the Eurovision Yearbook to explore the life of Anita Thallaug who represented Norway in 1963. Discover the career of an iconic Norwegian superstar who made her way onto the stage without having to win Norway’s national final, and gasp at the tragedy of the results of the 1963 contest for Norway and most of her neighbours.
2025-03-2120 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Serbia & Montenegro (2004-2006)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore the defunct country of Serbia & Montenegro, learning about their two entries and their national selection method. Witness the country emerge from their dark past onto the Eurovision stage and discover how they are the only country to have a half-participation at the contest!
2025-03-1433 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastLife on the DQ List Vol. 2: 1980s & 1990sWelcome to Life on the DQ List, where we look back at the songs that never made it onto the Eurovision stage. From songs withdrawing due to artists changing their minds to scandalous disqualifications, we’re remembering the long lost songs destined for the dustbins of history! This week, we’re looking at the cancelled entries from the 1980s and 1990s! From double dipping to scheduling conflicts, we’re covering the most obscure stories of these prospective entries!
2025-03-0738 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastConductor: Jorge Costa PintoThis week’s episode shines a spotlight on the least noticed person on the Eurovision stage…the conductor! Join us as we explore the life of Portuguese Conductor Jorge Costa Pinto who conducted Portugal’s entries in 1966, 1971, and 1973. Discover his passion for Jazz and Big Band music, and find out what he thinks of the modern contest!
2025-02-2826 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1967: Vienna Boys ChoirYou are cordially invited to this week’s episode as we take in the harmonic sounds of the Vienna Boys Choir performing as the interval act of the 1967 Eurovision Song Contest. Discover the 500 year old story of this world famous group of talented choristers bringing together the glamorous themes of classic Austrian culture!
2025-02-2122 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1958: ESC Host Hannie LipsIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1958, Hannie Lips. Discover the story of a woman who managed to de-throne the Queen of Dutch television, bringing warmth and professionalism both on and off the Eurovision stage!
2025-02-1420 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Spain (1961-2024)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Spain, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover the story of a country ruled by a dictator transforming into the music legend that brings the Fuego onto the Eurovision stage!
2025-02-071h 11ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Ethnikós Telikós 2025 ReactionWelcome to a bonus episode where we react to Ethnikós Telikós 2025! Join us as we review the entries competing to represent Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel! 12 hopeful artists competed for a spot at the Eurovision Song Contest, find out which ones we love and which ones flopped!
2025-02-0333 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Camillo Felgen (Class of ‘60 & ‘62)This week’s episode opens the Eurovision Yearbook to explore the life of Camillo Felgen, the artist who represented Luxembourg at the Eurovision Song Contest 1960 & 1962. Discover the heartfelt ballads sung by a man who ended up schooling The Beatles in German!
2025-01-3122 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Luxembourg Song Contest 2025 ReactionWelcome to a bonus episode where we react to the Luxembourg Song Contest 2025! Join us as we review the national final show that decided who will represent Luxembourg at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel! 7 hopeful artists competed for a spot at the Eurovision Song Contest, find out which ones we love and which ones flopped!
2025-01-2834 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Katri Helena (Class of ‘79 & ‘93)This week’s episode opens the Eurovision Yearbook to explore the life of Katri Helena, the Finnish artist who competed in the 1979 and 1993 Eurovision Song Contest. On top of managing to represent Finland twice at the contest, Katri also tried an additional four times! Having placed either second or third in the national final, she’s one of the most persistent Eurovision stars we’ve seen! Find out what we think about her other attempts compared to the songs that ended up going to the contest!
2025-01-2428 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastLife on the DQ List Vol. 1: 1960s & 1970sWelcome to Life on the DQ List, where we look back at the songs that never made it onto the Eurovision stage. From songs withdrawing due to artists changing their minds to scandalous disqualifications, we’re remembering the long lost songs destined for the dustbins of history! This week, we’re looking at the cancelled entries from the 1960s and 1970s! From vote rigging to mysterious circumstances, we’re covering the most obscure stories of these prospective entries!
2025-01-1739 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Bulgaria (2005-2022)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Bulgaria, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover the core of Bulgaria’s beating drum beyond the bones! If loving Bulgaria at Eurovision was a crime, then some people would be criminals and others would find themselves in a beautiful mess tonight! It’s no illusion, DJ take us away to the land of Love Unlimited where Samo S...
2025-01-101h 00ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastConductor: Jacques LasryFor our first episode of 2025, we jump all the way back to the beginning of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1956! This week, we’re featuring the conductor of Luxembourg’s entries at the premier contest, Jacques Lasry. Discover his music career, full of fascinating moments from helping to invent a new instrument to rubbing elbows with future Eurovision musicians!
2025-01-0319 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Ajda Pekkan (Class of ‘80)For the last episode of 2024, we turn ourselves back to the 1980 Eurovision Song Contest, home of Penguins, Saxophones, and Hitchhiking! This week, we are delving into the story of Turkish representative Ajda Pekkan and her song about the gas guzzling automobile! Her song Pet'r Oil proclaims the glories of petrol...so long as you have some! Discover the other two songs that could have represented Turkey instead, and find out how Ajda started her musical career!
2024-12-2723 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1965: Mario Del MonacoIn this week’s episode, we explore the life of Mario Del Monaco, the legendary Italian operatic tenor who sang to Europeans everywhere on the world’s biggest stage: The Eurovision Song Contest held in Napoli in 1965! Learn the extensive career of the man who used his incredible vocal talents to sway the hearts of people around the world, and discover the connection Mario has to communist world leaders and a blind woman temporarily gaining her sight back!
2024-12-2027 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1972: ESC Host Moira ShearerIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1972, Moira Shearer. Join us as we learn about a ballet dancer who had the honour of being the host of the only Eurovision Song Contest held in Scotland…so far! Discover the illustrious career which brought this Eurovision host to the theatre, the silver screen, and even having a movie made about her!
2024-12-1323 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Armenia (2006-2024)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Armenia, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover the flavours of the Caucasus region and see if you can follow along with the changes to their selection process!
2024-12-0647 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Montesong 2024 ReactionWelcome to a bonus episode where we react to the Montenegrin national final Montesong 2024! Join us as we review the national final show that decided who will represent Montenegro at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel!
2024-12-0139 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1967: Großer Festsaal der Wiener HofburgIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the story of the Festsaal, the venue within Hofburg Palace which hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 1967 in Vienna, Austria. Join us as we learn about the venue’s regal history and how it was transformed into an international musical experience with experimental staging and amateur scoreboard operators!
2024-11-2925 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Junior Eurovision Song Contest (Part II)In this week’s episode, we are continuing our coverage of the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest held in Madrid, Spain. Join us as we review the live show, where we give our thoughts on the 17 performances, the hosts, interval acts, and our reaction to the voting results! Let’s Bloom together as we celebrate this musical showcase of talented children across Europe!
2024-11-2256 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1998: EuropigeonGrab some popcorn and get comfy as we dive into this week’s episode exploring the Eurovision Movie! No, not the Fire Saga film from 2020, this Eurovision Film was made all the way back in 1998. Get ready to take flight in Europigeon! Join us as we follow the story of John Shuttleworth and his journey to become a Eurovision star!
Movie Link: https://youtu.be/uSWt5h0cOmY
2024-11-1529 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Junior Eurovision Song Contest (Part I)Welcome to a two-part episode where we’ll be taking a look at the upcoming Junior Eurovision Song Contest. This week, we are reviewing all 17 entries in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest by listening and reacting to the studio tracks! Find out our thoughts on the entries, and join us in wishing each artist good luck!
2024-11-0836 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Hungary (1994-2019)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Hungary, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover some absolutely emotional and impactful entries, and reminisce about some of their best moments from dancing the night away to burning anger and frustration!
2024-11-0143 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Bobbejaan Schoepen (Class of ‘57)In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Bobbejaan Schoepen, the Belgian representative at the Eurovision Song Contest 1957. Discover Bobbejaan’s music career, performing for over 60 years to everyone imaginable, including passersby, prisoners of war, royalty, and even amusement park guests! Listen to the whistling tunes of one of Belgium’s most successful amusement park owners, and discover what we think of Bobbejaan’s performance at the contest!
2024-10-2525 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Pan Arctic Vision Song Contest 2024On this bonus episode of ESC101, we’re exploring the Pan Arctic Vision Song Contest, the show which features music and culture from across the arctic! Join us as we discover an art project aiming to promote arctic culture through an empowering Pan-Arctic identity and community! Explore the regions of the arctic in this musical showcase, and discover the sounds of the Circumpolar North! Pan Arctic Vision is a project by Nordting, hosted by local partners around the Arctic!
Video Link (Part I): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQUALvQgehQ
Video Link (Pa...
2024-10-2031 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1978: ESC Host Léon ZitroneIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1978, Léon Zitrone. Join us as we learn about Eurovision’s second male host, as well as the man who holds the honour of being the oldest host at the contest! After 63 and a half years of life experience, Léon brought authority and wisdom to the contest. Was it enough to win over audiences at home and abroad?
2024-10-1818 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastConductor: Martyn FordIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Conductor Martyn Ford, who conducted Cypriot entries in 1982 and 1986! Join us as we delve into the story of this British born musician and how they ended up conducting for Cyprus at the Eurovision Song Contest! Discover some of the famous names that Martyn worked with over the years, and find out what Martyn is up to in the 2020s!
2024-10-1121 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Malta (1971-2024)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Malta, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover Malta’s story at the contest, fighting for a spot on and off for 25 years, bringing the iconic powerhouses that we know and love today!
2024-10-0444 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1980: The Dutch Rhythm Steel and Show BandGrab your sunglasses as we set sail to the Caribbean! In this week’s episode, we’re looking back at the interval act of the Eurovision Song Contest 1980: The Dutch Rhythm Steel and Show Band! Accompanied by the Lee Jackson Dancers, this Surinamese-Dutch band brought the heat and love of the Dutch Caribbean to Eurovision. Join the party and groove to some authentic steel-drum perfection!
2024-09-2725 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Anabela (Class of ‘93)In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Anabela Braz Pires, Portugal’s representative at the 1993 Eurovision Song Contest in Millstreet, Ireland. Join us as we learn about their background and what we think of their entry! Discover Portugal’s second top ten placement since 1980 up to that point, and take in Anabela’s career after the contest!
2024-09-2013 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Estonia (1994-2024)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Estonia, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover the journey of a post-soviet state emerging into a new European landscape!
2024-09-1340 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1968: Royal Albert HallIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the story of the Royal Albert Hall, the venue of the Eurovision Song Contest 1968. Join us as we discover the regal history behind this Eurovision Venue, and we aren’t just talking about Eurovision Queens! This venue built in honour of Queen Victoria’s husband Prince Albert celebrates everything the Eurovision Song Contest stands for, the promotion of art without barriers! Grab your tuxedos and fancy ball gowns as we enter into Eurovision 1968!
2024-09-0624 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1 Year of ESC101 - Anniversary SpecialIn this week’s episode, we are celebrating one whole year of ESC101! Join us as we look back at the past year. Discover our favourite moments, delve into some listener statistics, and join the party! A sincere thank you to everyone who has supported the podcast!
2024-08-301h 04ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Eurovision Young MusiciansIn this week’s episode, we are reviewing and reacting to the 2024 edition of Eurovision Young Musicians, a biennial classical music competition for musicians aged 12 to 21. Join us as the Orchestra makes a comeback, taking center stage in Bodø, Norway. Meet the 11 contestants and find out which piece was our favourite!
2024-08-2345 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Arlette Zola (Class of ‘82)In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Arlette Zola who represented Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contest 1982. Discover her humble roots as a passionate singer discovered in a cafe who rushed to stardom…several times! Arlette taught us that we aren’t locked to one singular path in life, so let’s take a journey through the twists and turns of Arlette Zola!
2024-08-1616 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1959: ESC Host Jacqueline JoubertIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1959 & 1961, Jacqueline Joubert. Join us as we learn about her background and how they measure up in hosting the world’s largest international televised music competition!
2024-08-0917 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1996: Beacon Burning Interval ActIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the Interval Act of the 1996 Eurovision Song Contest, Beacon Burning. Join us as we learn about the ancient traditions of Beacon Burning and how Norway turned a several thousand year old warning system into an artistic masterpiece set to music!
2024-08-0220 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Birgit Brüel (Class of ‘65)In this week’s episode, we are returning to the Eurovision Yearbook, exploring the life of Eurovision artist Birgit Brüel who represented Denmark in the 1965 contest. Join us as we learn about her counterculture background and how one of Denmark's first Jazz singers ended up fairing at the contest!
2024-07-2613 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1985: The ScandinaviumIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the story of The Scandinavium, the venue which hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 1985 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Join us as we learn about how the venue was built, how it was used for the 1985 contest, and what its future will hold!
2024-07-1921 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Austria (1957-2024)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Austria, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes!
2024-07-1255 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1975: ESC Host Karin FalckIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1975, Karin Falck. Join us as we learn about their background and how they measure up in hosting the world’s largest international televised music competition! Learn about the life of Sweden’s first Eurovision host!
2024-07-0517 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastConductor: Paul AbelaIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Conductor Paul Abela, who conducted Maltese entries in 1991, 1992, and 1996, as well as serving as the composer and studio arranger of Malta’s 2001 entry! Join us as we learn about their journey to become the conductor leading Malta back into the Eurovision Song Contest after their extended absence!
2024-06-2826 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Margot Hielscher (Class of '57 & '58)In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the literal Crown-wearing Eurovision Queen Margot Hielscher! Join us as we learn about the OG Eurovision Queen and how she transformed from a costume designer into a film star and later a Eurovision Icon! Get ready to pick up your Rotary Telephones and Jukebox Records as Margot graces us with her presence!
2024-06-2127 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1972: Edinburgh Military TattooIn this week’s episode, we are checking out one of Scotland’s iconic displays of culture and music, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Join us as we sample a taste of Scottish flavour and discover the roots of this fantastic display of Bagpipes and Drums guiding us to Eurovision victory!
2024-06-1420 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Yugoslavia (1961-1992)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Yugoslavia, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Discover the story of a country forever lost to time and take in the atmosphere of Yugoslav entries throughout the contest!
2024-06-0738 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1994: Point TheatreIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the venue which hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994 (as well as 1995 & 1997), the Point Theatre in Dublin, Ireland. Join us as we learn about the starstruck life of a Train Depot turned Musical Venue and discover the home of Riverdance’s International Debut! Find out what happened to the venue after Eurovision and see how you can (technically) still visit the site today!
2024-05-3118 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Grand Final Review & ReactionsIn this week’s episode, we are concluding our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us as we review the 25 acts that performed in the Grand Final and find out which acts were our favourites!
2024-05-241h 42ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Non Qualifier Review & ReactionsIn this week’s episode, we are continuing our Eurovision 2024 coverage with part 4 of 5! Join us as we review the acts which did not make the Grand Final and find out which acts we thought should have gone through!
2024-05-1751 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Let's Chat About Eurovision 2024This episode is an informal discussion on both the positive and tense incidents in the 2024 edition of the contest. In this episode, we give our honest thoughts on the controversial incidents of the contest and we hope to provide a space to speak honestly about the EBU's lack of transparency and their need to improve.
2024-05-1321 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Auto Qualifier Reactions & PredictionsIn this week’s episode, we are continuing our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us in Part 3 as we review the Studio versions of the Auto Qualifying acts and find out which countries made our top 10 of the contest!
2024-05-0325 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Semi Final 2 Reactions & PredictionsIn this week’s episode, we are continuing our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us as we review the Studio versions of the Semi-Final 2 acts and find out which 10 acts are our favourites!
2024-04-2634 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2024: Semi Final 1 Reactions & PredictionsIn this week’s episode, we are kicking off our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us as we review the Studio versions of the Semi-Final 1 acts and find out which 10 acts are our favourites!
2024-04-1932 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Sweden (1958-2023)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Sweden, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! Check out our favourite entries across the decades and prepare for this year’s upcoming contest in Malmö!
2024-04-121h 00ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Marinella (Class of ‘74)In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Kyriaki Papadopoulou, also known as Marinella, the very first artist to represent Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974! Join us as we learn about how Marinella was selected and what she ended up doing after her Eurovision debut! Get ready for the drama and scandal over Greece’s debut at Eurovision and clap along to her song “Wine, Sea, and my Boyfriend”!
2024-04-0521 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1993: Kvalifikacija za MillstreetIn this week’s episode, we are checking out Kvalifikacija za Millstreet, the pre-selection show which chose 3 Eastern European countries to join the Eurovision family in 1993. Join us as we meet the 7 hopefuls that fought for one of the three open spots for the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest in Millstreet. Find out if we agree with the juries and see which countries almost ended up participating in the show but pulled out at the last minute!
2024-03-2935 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1967: ESC Host Erica VaalIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1967, Erica Vaal. Join us as we learn about her background and how she measures up in hosting the world’s largest international televised music competition!
2024-03-2216 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Moldova (2005-2023)In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Moldova, learning about some of their entries, their national selection methods, and some fascinating historical and musical notes! From the crazy Zdob și Zdub to the wild duels of Pasha Parfeni, Moldova has that Eastern European spice that keeps on giving!
2024-03-1548 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1972: Usher Hall & Edinburgh CastleIn this week’s episode, we are exploring the venue of the Eurovision Song Contest 1972, Usher Hall & Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland! Join us as we learn the history of Usher Hall, the venue which held the stage for the contest, and Edinburgh Castle, where the jury members watched the contest and voted on the entries! Find out why Scotland had to host on behalf of Monaco, and keep an eye out for the royal mystery of the hallowed halls of the Eurovision Song Contest!
2024-03-0823 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Baby Doll (Class of ‘91)In this week’s episode, we are returning to the Eurovision Yearbook, where we examine the life of a Eurovision artist! This week, we are exploring the life of Dragana Todorović, known as Baby Doll at the Eurovision Song Contest who represented Yugoslavia in 1991 with the song ‘Brazil’. Join us as we learn about Yugoslavia’s (technically but not really) last entry at the contest and learn about Baby Doll’s history with the contest!
2024-03-0122 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Una Voce Per San Marino 2024 ReactionWelcome to a bonus episode where we check out the Sammarinese national final Una Voce per San Marino 2024! Join us as we react to the national final show that decided who will represent San Marino at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmo!
2024-02-2736 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1978: Oscar Peterson's Jazz Band & Yehudi MenuhinIn this week's episode, we are exploring the lives of the 5 musicians that comprised of the interval act for the 1978 Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we learn about a Canadian, two Americans, a Dane, and a Frenchman teaming up to bring a Jazzy rendition of two songs from the 1920s and 1930s! Listen to the original songs and compare them to their Eurovision counterparts and see which one you prefer!
2024-02-2339 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Poland (1994-2023)In this monthly series, we look at a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. This week's episode explores the country of Poland, home of delicious food and unstable political life! While most of Polish history is filled with invasions and shenanigans, Poland brings something different to the Eurovision Song Contest. From Polish milk-maids to spicy california-styled baybehs, join us as we look at Poland's time at Eurovision from its debut in 1994 until today, and keep an eye out for Eurovision's twin sister Intervision!
2024-02-1648 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastConductor: Jean ClaudricThis week's episode looks at the life of Jean Claudric, the arranger and conductor of several Eurovision entries. Join us as we learn about the only person to conduct Eurovision's first and to date only North African entry in the contest.
2024-02-0931 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1958: AVRO StudiosThis week we are exploring the venue that hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 1958, AVRO Studio 2 in Hilversum, The Netherlands! Join us as we explore the venue through an audio-guided tour of the facilities, including set designs and behind-the-scenes areas!
To follow along with photos, please visit the show notes page on our website! Link
2024-02-0228 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: Eurosong 2024 ReactionWelcome to a bonus episode where we check out the Irish national final Eurosong 2024! Join us as we react to the national final show which decided who will represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmo!
Be sure to check out the Eirevision Podcast and their Eurosong 2024 coverage by clicking the link here
2024-01-2834 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: La Década (Class of '88)This week, we are exploring the story behind the band La Década Prodigiosa, simply known as La Década, who represented Spain at Eurovision in 1988. Join us as we learn about each member and what happened to this cover-band turned Eurovision entrant after their performance in Dublin!
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ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: A Chat with...Mates in Space Podcast! (Extended Cut)In Episode 21, we sat down with Jack Eaton and Justin McArthur of Mates in Space, a P. Zinner Podcast! The original session lasted just under an hour and a half, and some of the material had to be cut due to time. This bonus episode features the extended cut of that session including some bonus material commenting on the astronauts featured in 2009 and 2022 and a reaction to an additional Eurovision entry!
Note: If you just wish to listen to the bonus material, skip to 46:30
Mates in Space: Link
P. Zinner & Co.: Link
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ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2100: Eurovision...in Space! (Feat. Mates in Space Podcast)In this week’s episode, we are diving into the world of space exploration in the Eurovision Song Contest. However, we are not undertaking this expedition alone! This week, we are joined by Jack Eaton and Justin McArthur of Mates in Space, a P. Zinner Podcast, to guide us through the stars of the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore the themes of outer space, and speculate as to what the contest would look like if it was hosted somewhere other than Earth!
Mates in Space Podcast: Link
P. Zinner & Co...
2024-01-191h 25ESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: France (1956-2023)In this monthly series, we look at a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. This week's episode explores the country of France, one of the founding countries of the contest and one of the Big 5! Join us in learning about how they change national selection methods like they change Prime Ministers, gasp at the spicy and scandalous moments in their history, and watch the dramatic developments of France itself as withdrawals, a new constitution, and stereotypes take hold of the French Fourth & Fifth Republic!
2024-01-121h 04ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1984: ESC Host Désirée Nosbusch*Explicit Content Warning: Abuse/Kidnapping/Death*
In this week's episode of ESC101, we're diving into the life of
Désirée Nosbusch, the youngest ever Eurovision host! We're turning back to 1984 to learn more about her unique hosting style as well as exploring her lengthy career in radio, television, and more.
2024-01-0524 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1991: The PostcardsIn this week's episode, we are diving into the least controversial part of the 1991 Eurovision Song Contest...The Postcards! But beware...the postcards aren't all roses and sunshine, as we discover the inaccuracies and scandals behind the images featured on the postcard segments in between entries. Join us in learning more about the monuments featured on each entrant's card and see if you can count how many rants we go on this week!
*Correction Note: After publishing the episode, additional images were identified on Postcard No. 9, 10, 13, 15, and 20. Please check the show notes on our...
2023-12-291h 01ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1974: Remember You're a Womble!Do you remember the Wombles? In this week's episode, join us as we dive into the story behind the interval act of the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest. Learn all about the Wombles, a group of environmentally conscience creatures that started out as a children's novel and eventually became a TV series, a movie, a merchandise franchise, and a band headed by a controversial music producer!
2023-12-2233 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Croatia (1993-2023)In this monthly series, we look at a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. This week's episode of ESC101 explores the country of Croatia!. Join us in learning about their national selection process, their history with Eurovision as a former Yugoslav Republic, and hear my thoughts on the controversies, entries, and more!
2023-12-1540 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Michèle Torr (Class of ‘66 & '77)In this week's episode, we're exploring the life of Michèle Torr, Luxembourg's Eurovision representative in 1966 and Monaco's Eurovision representative in 1977. Join us as we explore the life of one of the first counter-culture artists of the 1960s!
2023-12-0823 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastBonus: ESCZ 2024 ReactionWelcome to a bonus episode where we check out the Czech national final ESCZ 2024! Join us as we react to the national final show which will decide who will represent Czechia at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmo!
2023-12-0524 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2023: Junior Eurovision Song Contest (Part II)This is part II of our dive into the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2023. Join us as we comment on the live show, offering critiques, praise, and revealing the crimes that took place! Check out our thoughts on the entries and the interval acts and join us as we celebrate all 16 participating countries in the 21st edition of JESC!
2023-12-011h 01ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2023: Junior Eurovision Song Contest (Part I)Welcome to a two part episode where we review all 16 entries in this year's Junior Eurovision Song Contest in Nice, France. In Part I, we review the studio versions of each entry. Check out our thoughts on the entries and see if we have any favourites!
2023-11-2442 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Czechia (2007-2023)In this monthly series, we look at a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. This week's episode of ESC101 explores the country of Czechia, also known as the Czech Republic. Join us in learning about their national selection process, their history with Eurovision before joining, and hear my thoughts on all 11 entries (plus their 2020 submission) as we go through their time at Eurovision.
2023-11-1741 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Lill Lindfors (Class of '66 & Host of '85)In this week's episode, we're exploring the life of Lill Lindfors, Sweden's Eurovision representative in 1966 and the host of the Contest in 1985. Join us as explore one of the most energetic and iconic Eurovision hosts of the 20th century, and see if you can figure out what Lill and her singing partner are talking about in their Eurovision entry!
2023-11-1028 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1969: The Teatro RealIn this week's episode of ESC101, we'll be exploring the venue of the 1969 Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we peer into the 300 year old story behind the only Spanish venue to host the Eurovision Song Contest!
2023-11-0319 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1979: The PostcardsIn this week's episode, we'll be taking a look at the postcards from the 1979 Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we look at how each participating country was depicted, and see if you can spot the stereotypes and the obscure references used in each one!
2023-10-2751 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Lithuania (1994-2023)In this monthly series, we look at a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. This week's episode of ESC101 explores the country of Lithuania. Join us in learning about their national selection process, some fun facts, and the dramatic developments of Eurovision's only non-winning Baltic country!
2023-10-2026 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastEurovision Yearbook: Domenico Modugno (Class of '58, '59, & '66)In this week's episode, we'll be exploring the life of Domenico Modugno, Italy's representative at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1958, 1959, and 1966. Join us as we explore the story of one of Eurovision's most famous artists which involves women, a Ferrari, two Grammys, and political activism!
2023-10-1329 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1962: Interval Act Achille ZavattaIn this week's episode, we'll be exploring the man behind song number 17 representing Zavattaland! Join us as we explore the interval act of 1962, revealing the 200 year old story of a family of circus entertainers whose legacy continues to this day.
2023-10-0625 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1970: ESC Host Willy DobbeIn this week's episode, we take a look at the host of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1970. Join us as we look at (probably) the shortest introduction to the contest in history and marvel at the best way to retire from a career!
2023-09-2916 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastThe Eurovision Travel Guide: Israel (1973-2023)In this new monthly series, we'll look at a country that has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest. This week's episode of ESC101 explores the country of Israel. Join us in learning about their national selection process, some fun facts, and the dramatic developments of Eurovision's first non-European country to join the contest!
2023-09-2237 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1964: The Stage Invaders are Coming!In this week's episode of ESC101, we're going to be exploring the story of Eurovision's first stage invader! Join us as we reveal the identity of the man with a message, storming onto the Eurovision stage and taking over the airwaves of Europe!
Show Notes: https://esc101podcast.wordpress.com/show-notes/
2023-09-1520 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast1956: The Wild West or Precise Planning?In this week's episode of ESC101, we are going to dive into the rules of the very first Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we learn about why the contest was made in the first place, who could enter, and how the jury & voting system actually worked! Look out for some Eurovision news and find out more about this week's Song of the Week!
Show Notes: https://esc101podcast.wordpress.com/show-notes/
2023-09-0830 minESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast2023: Who the Hell is Alexander?Welcome to the premier episode of ESC101! This episode, we're going to be talking about what this show is going to be all about and you'll get to meet the host of ESC101. There's also some Eurovision news and keep an eye out for this week's Song of the Week!
Show Notes: https://esc101podcast.wordpress.com/2023/09/01/episode-01-2023-who-the-hell-is-alexander/
2023-09-0132 minESC101 - A Eurovision History PodcastESC101 TrailerWelcome to the trailer of ESC101!
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