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Girls Twiddling KnobsEP#109: Why I'm Closing Girls Twiddling Knobs: Isobel spills the tea with special guest Rosie BansSend us a textIn this deeply honest and reflective conversation, Isobel Anderson is joined by musician, educator and Radical Songwriting founder Rosie Bans to talk openly about the full journey of Girls Twiddling Knobs, from its beginnings as The Female DIY Musician to the decision to close the project after five years.This episode exists because this story was too complex, emotional and important to unpack alone. Rosie has been part of Girls Twiddling Knobs as a student, collaborator, team member and peer support, making her uniquely placed to hold this conversation with care...
2025-12-261h 44
Peak EnduranceHow to Get Back Into Speedwork Without Getting Injured (Or Overwhelmed)In this episode of the Peak Endurance Podcast, Isobel and Ron break down the exact approach runners should take when they’ve been doing nothing but easy running or have never done structured speedwork before and now want to get faster again.We cover:• Why speed is a skill not a pain game• How to introduce quality work without blowing up your tissues• Why strength must come before intensity• The simple weekly structure that actually works• How to know when to progress — and when to hold• Why most runners sab...
2025-11-071h 07Peak EnduranceUltra Adelaide 100 Miler: Triumphs, Challenges, and Lessons Learned | Running in Your 50sJoin Isobel and Ron as they dive deep into Isobel's recent experience at the Ultra Adelaide 100 Miler. In this candid and inspiring conversation, Isobel shares her journey through the grueling race, while Ron offers insights from his perspective as Isobel's dedicated crew.🏃♂️ Highlights:The highs: Moments of triumph and unexpected joysThe lows: Battling fatigue, doubt, and physical challengesCrucial lessons learned from this epic adventureThe unique challenges and rewards of ultra running in your 50sRon's perspective: What it's like to c...
2025-07-1954 minPeak EnduranceBattling the Elements: Isle of Skye DNF, Scottish Adventures & The Power of Your 'Why'In this episode of the Peak Endurance Coaching Podcast, we bring you updates from our whirlwind trip to Scotland and dive deep into the raw and honest recount of the Isle of Skye Ultra — where Isobel faced brutal conditions and made the tough call to DNF. 🌧️🌪️ With driving rain, gale-force winds, and zero visibility, it was a true test of grit and respect for the mountains.Ron and Isobel unpack what it means to respect a race, how to stay grounded in your ‘why’, and why training in all conditions is essential — not just physically, but mentally too. Whether you'r...
2025-05-2846 min
Reset on the SoundBouquet of RemembranceThis week's channeling was such a pleasure to be taken to such a beautiful location within Mother Earth where I was greeted with all manner of flowers, seedling and elemental energy. I was shown I was being given a bouquet of remembrance - for myself, and to return with these codes and frequencies for whomever is willing to tune in and receive them. I wish I could take you into this picture in mind of what I observed. These beings sang and danced as if they were on a stage putting on a musical rendition of all...
2025-02-2127 min
Reset on the SoundSongs From the MotherWhat a week on planet Earth, huh?! Isobel has spent a lot of time speaking with, communing with Mother Earth and our Mother herself, requested this episode be filled with codes and frequencies and tones of love, and then gave Isobel the title.Find your presence, your balance, your divine light and sovereign power. Blessings to you!Please join Isobel's growing community at:https://www.youtube.com/@IsobelAvianCover art photos provided by Tammi Spring at:https://www.tammispring.comhttps://genxinmenopause.substack...
2025-02-1429 min
Reset on the SoundTruth, Love, MagicWe hear about connecting with Mother Earth in her magic from Isobel's shared experience as well as from Tammi Spring (new art photo collaboration) who talks about how she captures her nature photos and brings us our title for today's episode, "Truth, Love, Magic."We conclude with music from one of Isobel's best tree friends, Jacque. He loves to share stories, wisdom and humor. Isobel has also found he loves to sing.You can learn, see, and read more from Tammi Spring at:https://www.tammispring.com https://genxinmenopause.substack.com
2025-01-2428 min
Reset on the SoundThe Woods, The Whales, & The WindThis episode all started with the creation of a Sound Elixir, as Isobel likes to call them, as a gift for a friend. The recipient is a beautiful human being dedicating their life to bettering Mother Earth and humanity, the woods, the whales, and the wind - hence the title of their Sound Elixir and this episode.Isobel felt inspired to delve into Mother Earth's feelings about the significance every single living being plays on our planetary experience and we hear Mother Earth's response, along with music from the Grandmother Trees.We also are briefly...
2025-01-1726 min
Reset on the SoundWelcome to Reset on the SoundHello! We are so glad you have joined us for today's debut of our podcast!We will hear soundbathing with frequencies from Mother Earth, the aether, fire, water, with a special grounding transmission. Your host Isobel Avian then offers a mother transmission in honor of the four year anniversary of her own Mother's passing on December 9, 2020, bringing in Divine Mother of All Creation, as well Mother Gaia, and Isobel's favorite mother tree, Josephine.Our theme music "Ocean of My Soul" was composed and recorded by your host, under her previous name, Mary Lydia...
2024-12-1428 min
A Different PerspectiveA Different Perspective with Isobel Stirling founder of Inner Friend, a holistic health, wellbeing and spirituality companyThis week Nick talks to Isobel Stirling, Founder of Inner Friend, a holistic health, wellbeing and spirituality company.Isobel is a successful corporate fashion and media executive and entrepreneur who worked in publishing prior to founding her own company. She worked with Anna Wintour at Conde Nast in a high-performing and competitive environment and learnt the skills of brand building and storytelling from the best in the business.Isobel and Nick discuss Isobel’s background and career, living in twenty year sprints, launching vogue.com, content creation in an increasingly competitive space, and building Farfetch fo...
2023-05-2351 min
Peak EnduranceHills: in long runs and as part of training.Hello! And welcome back to the podcast. My name is Isobel Ross and I am the host of the Peak Endurance podcast. Thank you for joining me once again for episode 193, and if you’re a first-time listener, welcome!!
Thank to Sarah H who left a lovely review on Apple podcasts. She left 5 stars and said:
Awesome running podcast!
I love this podcast and look forward to listening to the new one every week. It’s great for long runs and in the car. I’m a little biased as Isobel is my coach :) Every week Izzy manages to bring new dia...
2023-03-0156 min
Izzy & Gina in stitchesThe curse of creativity (49)Our compulsion to create keeps life interesting, but can create its own trouble: so is it a blessing or a curse?
Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.
Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your ow...
2022-11-0338 min
Peak EnduranceMental toughness for ultra-runners.Hello and welcome back to the podcast! I hope your running and training is going well and if you are in Australia you are enjoying the cold weather, and we seem to be having a lot of it!!
It’s been a busy couple of weeks for me. I ran the 42k at Wandi Cross. I ran this just as a training run and to have fun. I wanted to enjoy racing again without any pressure and boy I did. It was great! I loved the course: steep climbs, runnable downs and some steep slippery downs that ended up with me...
2022-06-1517 min
Izzy & Gina in stitchesIn the groove (40)How do we start a creative session in the studio? What are our "go to" moves to get us into our creative groove?
Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your ow...
2022-06-0234 min
Peak EnduranceDown Under 135 special!Welcome to the podcast! Episode 157 is a Down Under 135 special! DU135 is renowned for being an extremely tough race; it has a high dropout rate, tough cut offs and long finish times. This year was no exception, with only one finisher! First (and last!!) was Tom Dade in 53 hours and 8 minutes. This was 3 minutes quicker than last year in spite of it being 9 ½ kms longer, at 226.6km. This was an average pace of 14:04 per km. That pace sounds slow for a run, but for that course it is incredibly swift. And he did it with naps, so really his pace w...
2022-06-0159 min
Izzy & Gina in stitchesFeeling funky! (39)What do we do when we're in a funk with our art?! Last time we talked about how our art can drop down our list of priorities. By the time we get to our art, we can be tired and grumpy! So how do we break out of our funk, and get ourselves into the studio?
Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising...
2022-05-1944 min
Peak EnduranceStaying motivated to train through winter!Hello!! Welcome back to the podcast, great to have you join me! I love doing the podcast as I really feel like I'm chatting with a friend. I hope you feel the same! And could you do a friend a favour and write a review on Apple podcasts, it would be so awesome if you did and I promise it doesn't take much time!!
Do you have any tips you could share with us? Please email me isobel@peakendurancecoaching.com.au to let me know and I will share with everyone!
If you aren't following me on socials, get on i...
2022-05-1014 min
Peak EnduranceCross training options for runners.Hello and welcome to the Peak Endurance Podcast, I’m your host Isobel Ross.
A bit about me to start us off! I am well into my taper now, and my volume has decreased significantly, just as I recommend in last weeks podcast. I too find tapers hard but I know how important they are and what a difference they make to how I feel on race day. I love training so it is hard for me to do less but fresh legs, body and mind are imperative on race day.
This week I have been reading Matt Fitzgerald’s book...
2022-05-0516 min
Peak EnduranceWhat does a training program for a race consist of?This week I will be talking to you about the layout of a running program as an athlete prepares for a race.
A running program needs to be well planned if it is to meet the objectives of the runner and to elicit their physiological best.
Thank you so much for joining me today, I hope it was informative. If you are interested in coaching, email me isobel@peakendurancecoaching.com.au Don’t forget to follow me on socials: insta or facebook Peak Endurance Coaching, or you can follow me personally Isobel Ross. If you want to get on my em...
2022-04-2719 min
Izzy & Gina in stitchesWhy is it so hard to say no? (34)Do you ever find yourself saying yes when actually you want to say no? Why is it so hard to say no? In this episode we talk why it's hard, and how to (maybe) make it easier.
Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.
Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative pr...
2022-03-1048 min
Izzy & Gina in stitchesArtist Identity (30)Do you call yourself an artist? Or does that make you uncomfortable? We've both had mixed feelings in the past, so do we call ourselves artists now?!
Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.
Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will fi...
2022-01-1352 min
Peak EnduranceRoss Jenkin: The big 4 at 40Welcome to the Peak Endurance podcast! Episode 127 is an interview with Ross Jenkin.
Ross is the first person to complete a continuous traverse of the UK’s four big mountain challenges: the Paddy Buckley Round in north Wales (47 summits); the Denis Rankin Round in Northern Ireland (39 summits); the Ramsay Round in Scotland (24 summits) and the Bob Graham Round (42 summits) in the English Lake District a total of 152 summits, with 387km (240 miles) of running and 31,800m (104,331ft) of ascent. The challenge amounts to a total of 152 summits, 387km and 31,800m of ascent. Ross comes onto the podcast to share with us ho...
2021-09-141h 09
Peak EnduranceBeau Miles: The Backyard AdventurerWelcome to the Peak Endurance podcast! Episode 112 is an interview with Beau Miles. Beau describes himself as an ‘award -winning film maker, poly-jobist, speaker, writer, odd’ If you have seen his videos on YouTube or running festivals you would probably agree!! In this episode we discuss his new book “The Backyard Adventurer; Meaningful and pointless expeditions, self-experiments and the value of other people’s junk”. Check our his book here at Amazon.
I am planning a new bonus episode that involves listener feedback again! I would like to know what is the best running advice you have ever receiv...
2021-06-1541 min
Peak EnduranceRace directors Megan and Matt on all things GSER and on raising female participation rates in ultra running.Welcome to the Peak Endurance podcast! Episode 110 is an interview with Megan Harper and Matt Veenstra, the directors of GSER, The Great Southern Endurance Run. In this episode we discuss their involvement in the ultra-running scene, the new course and distances on offer, increasing the community feel in ultra running, and how they are encouraging female participation in the sport. They are also giving away a free entry to the race! Stay tuned to the end of the podcast to hear how you can enter!
If you enjoy this episode, could you do me a favour and go on over...
2021-06-0844 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision Semi-Phoria 2021 Pt. 2Isobel and Roland are back to complete their judgy wudgy review of all of 2021's Eurovision songs and eventually decide who they think will win Eurovision 2021. Will it be Iceland? Will it be Switzerland? Will it be France? Will it be Malta? Or will it be anyone else? Maybe! Who knows! But Isobel and Roland will try to figure it out.
2021-05-191h 22
Peak EnduranceVictorian High Country 7 Peaks FKT record holder Isobel RossWelcome to the podcast! Episode 103 is an interview with me about my latest big run. I am joined by guest hosts Ron Tait and Tracey Davies, both whom were members of my crew. This was a really tough run for me and a totally new experience; further than I have ever gone before, and an individual challenge rather thana race. In this episode we delve into what motivated me to undertake this epic challenge, how I kept going when I wasn’t feeling the best, and what it takes to crew someone over such a long time. Since recording the in...
2021-05-041h 27
Izzy & Gina in stitchesGetting stuff done - how we manage our time (10)Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.
Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.
In this episode we talk about Time Management, how we stay organised, how we prioritise and how we ge...
2021-04-0859 min
Peak EnduranceCaroline Bertrand: Surviving and thriving through tough times.Welcome to the podcast! Episode 95 is an interview with Caroline Bertrand.
This is the second time Caroline has been on the podcast. She was last on in early 2020 when she won the Two Bays 56km female event. This time we caught up to talk about here second place in the 2021 edition of the race, but our chat turned into so much more than that. We discuss what it takes to get through difficult times, and how emotionally difficult times adversely affect our running. Also, how important it is to take this into consideration and to be kind to ourselves. I...
2021-03-0251 min
Peak EnduranceNick Fuller; Researcher into preventing weight re-gainWelcome to the podcast! Episode 94 is an interview with Nick Fuller. Nick works as a clinician and researcher looking at the biological imperative to regain weight (why 95% of us fail long-term on our weight-loss journey) and how we can overcome the body’s usual response to weight loss. Many people embark on a running journey to lose weight (myself included), so this discussion is particularly relevant in helping people met their long-term goals in keeping weight off. For a future episode, I am asking the question, “What did you learn from 2020?” This can be running or endurance sports related, or not...
2021-02-2348 min
Peak EnduranceLuke Nelson; Dealing with Plantar FasciitisEpisode 87 is an interview and discussion with Luke Nelson, chiropractor at Health and High Performance. In this episode we discuss the issue that many runners face; Plantar Fasciitis, or PF. This is the second in a series of interviews related to the injuries runners face. I am sure you will find this series extremely helpful!
If you are like the majority of runners, you may feel like you are constantly beset with niggles (a euphemism for injuries!!) that take away from your joy of running. As you can tell form these podcasts, Luke is extremely knowledgeable about the issues runners...
2021-01-1229 min
Peak EnduranceAbby Coleman; sports scientistAbby Coleman (sports scientis with Precision Hydration) and I go over some running myths and listener questions:
· Can you overload on sodium/have too much? Is too much sodium bad for you?
· Is more than 2% dehydration detrimental to performance?
· Do women and men have different hydration needs?
· Can you just drink water to thirst?
· What’s the most efficient way for a cool climate runner to adapt to training and racing in the tropics?
· Salt tablets: when you consider taking salt tablets? Ie, if you’re running longer than a set period of time? Or if you’re a heavy or light swe...
2020-12-2247 min
Peak EnduranceJohn Kelly completes The Grand Round!Episode 74 is an interview with John Kelly. John made trail running history on April 3, 2017 by becoming the 15th person to ever complete the Barkley Marathons. The Barkley Marathons in Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee is known to the toughest endurance challenge ever with over 160 kilometres of tough terrain, sheer drops and thick forest. He grew up exploring the dense mountains and forests around his family’s rural home in Morgan County, TN, constantly trying to keep up with his older brother and cousins. John ran during high school where he describes himself as a good, not great runner. During college and...
2020-10-2644 min
Peak EnduranceBern Dornum: member of Team Thunder AR in Eco-Challenge.Episode 69 is an interview with Bernadette Dornum. Bern has a background of triathlon and Ironman but then began competing more and more in adventure racing and multisport after racing the Hawaiian Ironman world champs in 2015. Her adventure racing team Thunderbolt AR were undefeated in the inaugural 4 round national series in 2017 and made the top ten in the Adventure Racing World Series ranking. While expedition racing takes up most of her time (and leave from work), often racing nonstop for 5+days, she still manages to combine it with the odd ironman, on or off road triathlon and always loves a good...
2020-10-0943 min
Peak EnduranceRob Preston; Reflections on Eco Challenge; the toughest race in the world.Episode 68 is an interview with Rob Preston. Rob is one of Australia's leading navigators and endurance athletes. He started navigation as a kid through orienteering and then went on to compete for Australia for 15 years at the elite level and along with his wife Kathryn they won the World 24hr Rogaining (long distance orienteering) Championships in 2016.
Rob has also been leading Australian Adventure Racing teams around the world and has two World Championship medals from the AR World Championships. More recently Rob and Team Gippsland Adventure placed 3rd in Eco-challenge Fiji, now being showcased as a 10 part series on Amazon...
2020-10-0554 min
Peak EnduranceRichard Xerri: Race directorEpisode 67 is an interview with Richard Xerri, the race director with Perseverance Events that holds races such as The Bright Festival, The P0rtsea running festival, and the upcoming (at some stage!) Buffalo Sunriser. It’s been a tough year for race directors, and we chat about how Covid has affected the racing landscape and the future of virtual and live racing in Australia. Richard;s event website is here: https://www.perseverance-events.com.au/
Do you have injuries or niggles ruining your enjoyment of running and hindering your performance? Running is the perfect exercise but when it hurts with ach...
2020-10-0142 min
Peak EnduranceAlex Hutchinson; author of the book 'Endure. Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance'.Episode 66 is an interview with Alex Hutchinson, the author of the book Endure; Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. In Endure Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D., reveals why our individual limits may be determined as much by our head and heart, as by our muscles. He presents an overview of science's search for understanding human fatigue, from crude experiments with electricity and frogs' legs to sophisticated brain imaging technology. Going beyond the traditional mechanical view of human limits, he instead argues that a key element in endurance is how the brain responds to distress signals-whether heat, or...
2020-09-2943 min
Peak EnduranceAndre La Gerche; sports cardiologistEpisode 65 is an interview with Andre La Gerche. Andre is a cardiologist specialising in cardiac imaging, a Future Leadership Fellow of the National Heart Foundation and a NHMRC Career Development Fellow. He completed a PhD at the University of Melbourne and 4 years of postdoctoral research studying the effect of endurance exercise on the heart at the University Hospital of Leuven, Belgium, where he is a Visiting Professor.
He works as a cardiologist at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne. Andre is interested in the interaction between exercise and heart function. Andre is well known for his research within Australia’s elit...
2020-09-2242 min
Peak EnduranceBonus episode: Isobel Ross Part 2, developing mental strength.Episode 64 is an interview with me! My good friend Nicole Kew once again interviews me to find out how I developed mental strength.
Do you have injuries or niggles ruining your enjoyment of running and hindering your performance? Running is our time to focus on our health and happiness and if this time is plagued with aches and pains, it’s no fun at all. Come in and see the specialists at Health and High Performance where they utilise the latest in technology, and experience to help you achieve the results you want and are capable of. So, head to ww...
2020-09-1856 min
Peak EnduranceIsobel (Izzy) Ross: Nicole Kew turns the tables and interviews me!Episode 59 is an interview with me! My good friend Nicole Kew interviews me to find out where I got my drive and passion for running, and how I developed mental strength.
Do you have injuries or niggles ruining your enjoyment of running and hindering your performance? Running is our time to focus on our health and happiness and if this time is plagued with aches and pains, it’s no fun at all. Come in and see the specialists at Health and High Performance where they utilise the latest in technology, and experience to help you achieve the results you wa...
2020-08-271h 00
Peak EnduranceSam Suke; physiotherapist at 'Exercise Thought Physiotherapy'Hi and welcome to the Peak Endurance podcast. My name is Isobel Ross and I am the coach at Peak Endurance Coaching. Episode 51 is an interview with Sam Suke, physiotherapist at Exercise Thought. Sam obtained his undergraduate physiotherapy degree at Monash University and wrote an Honour thesis on use of isometric exercise for treating tendon pain. In 2020, Sam will complete postgraduate studies that place him in the top 8% of Australian physiotherapists. Sam’s minor thesis in this postgraduate degree studies the effect that a physiotherapist’s words have on a person’s pain and performance. Sam teaches physiotherapy students throug...
2020-07-0750 min
Peak EnduranceTrang Nguyen; Physio and Strength and Conditioning CoachEpisode 49 is an interview Trang Nguyen, physio and strength and conditioning coach at the Motion Mechanic. In this conversation, we discuss how to periodise your strength training, what are the best types of exercises, how many reps and sets you should do for different outcomes, and whether or not you will bulk up. I am a big proponent of strength training, and I think this podcast is full of information that will hopefully convert you all to agreeing with me! Are injuries ruining your enjoyment of running and hindering your performance? Utilizing the latest in technology, and with a wealth...
2020-06-2341 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision63 - The EncoreFor the last time this season Isobel and Roland return and are bringing back one of the biggest revelations of the year. The pair read through the listener emails and discuss the latest updates for Eurovision: The Story of Fire Saga before once more launching into a game which has taken the world by storm "Vag or no Vag".
2020-05-2846 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision: Europe Shine a LightThe morning after the night before and despite feeling a little worse for wear, Roland and Isobel join together to discuss their experience of the night that never was: Eurovision 2020 AKA Eurovision: Europe Shine a Light. The pair discuss their highs and lows and the array of bevs that propelled them through the night.
2020-05-2120 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision Semi-phoria 2020 Pt. 2In what would have been Eurovision week, Isobel and Roland take you through each and every entry which would have taken part in this year's contest. In this episode the pair review each song in the second semi-final plus France, Spain and the United Kingdom's songs. Who do we think will qualify and who will be crowned winner of Eurovision 2020? Find out in this episode!
2020-05-141h 39
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision Semi-phoria 2020 Pt. 1As the week which would have been two semi-finals of Eurovision is about to begin, Isobel and Roland take you through each and every entry which would have taken part in this year's contest. In this episode the pair review each song in the first semi-final plus Germany, Italy and the Netherland's songs. Who do we think will qualify and how do we think they will do on the final night? Stay tuned to find out.
2020-05-071h 39
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision62 - The Blacklist EurovisionOver the years, a select few songs which were selected by their nations to enter Eurovision never actually made it to the show, for a variety of reasons they fell by the wayside before even making it to the semi-final night of the competition. This week Isobel and Roland celebrate just a small selection of those songs by holding their very own alternative to the contest as they bring you the first ever Blacklist Eurovision.
2020-04-301h 02
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision61 - Chapel of EaseIn a break from usual programming, Isobel introduces a brand new game (to which she maintains all rights and responsibilities) which makes Roland blush consistently for 20 minutes, play along at home for the entertainment of yourself and those around you!
2020-04-2350 min
Peak EnduranceCoaching RoundtableEpisode 37 is another Coaches Roundtable. We really tried to avoid Coronavirus talk too much (as I think we’ve all heard enough) but it truly is hard to avoid, so you will hear some references to it. This episode we focused on goal setting for short and long term, as well as looking at rest/recovery again, especially in relation to these times. I really hope you enjoy the podcast!
I really enjoyed this discussion, and it was interesting that it helped Daniel feel better; I hope it did the same for you.
Now I know I said last podcast th...
2020-04-211h 12
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision60 - Variety Pack 1This week in Europhoria Roland is presenting a collection of Eurovision stories which were to short for their own individual episodes but are still (to varying degrees) worth discussing. This is followed by Isobel getting her best judgy wudgy out to give a review of Roland's attempts at creating a Eurovision smash hit.
2020-04-1649 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision59 - A Sparrow in SpaceIsobel and Roland are back once again to tell tales from the great, glam and garish history of the Eurovision Song Contest. This weeks Isobel shares the trials and tribulations of Russian superstar Alex Sparrow. Roland then continues his quest to write and record a Eurovision smash hit.
2020-04-0955 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision58 - The Forgotten Voice of CroatiaIsobel and Roland are back and this week Roland is telling the tale of a man described as one of the best Croatian voices in the country's history and a symbol of Croatia. Roland then follows this up by trying to create a smash hit Eurovision song all about taking care of yourself.
2020-04-0252 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision57 - The Dramatic Life of ClocloEurophoria returns with the story of Claude Francois, a singer with a surprisingly long resume and even longer list of dramas. Isobel tells his tale before Roland once more attempts to create a Eurovision smash hit for Isobel to judge, this week is it time for a Marriage proposal? (No, it's not).
2020-03-261h 02
Peak EnduranceLeigh Iacovangelo: Physiotherapist at Rise Health GroupHi and welcome to the Peak Endurance Podcast. My name is Isobel Ross and I am the coach at Peak Endurance Coaching. This podcast is the second in a series on the different physical therapies that runners can use to help keep them running. Today I am talking to Leigh Iacovangelo (pronounced YACKA VAN G LOW), a physiotherapist. Leigh is the clinical director and partner of RISE Health Group, A multidisciplinary allied health practice in Rowville and Scoresby.
Leigh is an experienced physiotherapist whose current responsibilities include the assessment and management of 800+ athletes at the Rowville Sports Academy. He possesses an exp...
2020-03-2522 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision56 - Kidnap!Isobel and Roland are returning to a weekly format for the foreseeable meaning all the more stories, songs and judgy wudginess for you to consume! This week Roland tells and anxiety ridden story of organized crime and kidnap, the perfect story for when everyone's already feeling on edge! (Sorry!) Then Roland returns to producing attempts at creating his own Eurovision hit, find out how he does with his attempt; Irresponsible.
2020-03-191h 02
Peak EnduranceCoaching roundtable special. Coronavirus: how do we reframe our running goals becaus of Covid 19, showing compassion for race directors and trying to stay positive in these difficult timesHi and welcome to the Peak Endurance Podcast. My name is Isobel Ross and I am the coach at Peak Endurance Coaching. Today’s podcast is a coronavirus special. I know we are all sick of hearing about it, but we are at an historic moment in time. This is a big deal for the human race and we want to look back on it knowing we did the best we could for all of our society. That we cared about others and showed empathy for all people. I believe we will get through this, and hopefully we can look ba...
2020-03-1750 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision55 - Judgy Wudgy 2020 PreviewIsobel and Roland have finally returned from their extended break between Eurovision seasons and are ready to be their best judgy wudgy selves. In episode 55 the pair catch up on what's been happening in their own lives as well as the biggest stories happening in the build up to Eurovision 2020 before taking an in-depth look at the UK's entry "My Last Breath".
2020-03-1040 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision 2019 - In ReviewAs the lights go out on the Eurovision stage for another year Isobel and Roland sit down to discuss the events of the night before. Was The Netherlands a worthy winner? How was the halftime show? What were the surprises? And who could be the special guest in 2020? All will be discussed in this week's episode!
2019-05-2035 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision Semiphoria 2019 Pt. 2We are well into Eurovision week now, with the first ten acts already into the final it is time for the second semi-final to take place and as such it is now up to Isobel and Roland to get judgy-wudgy on this second group of performers. In this episode they discuss which acts will make it through to the final, how well those acts could do on Saturday night and also stick their necks on the line to say exactly who they think will walk away with the crown this year. Have a wonderful Eurovision...
2019-05-161h 18
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision Semiphoria 2019 Pt. 1Eurovision 2019 is finally upon us and so, as is tradition, Isobel and Roland will take you through each and every entry into this year's contest. In this episode the pair review each song in the first semi-final plus France, Spain and Israel's songs. Who do we think will qualify and how do we think they will do on the final night? Stay tuned to find out. We are also delighted to announce that "Europhoria The Greatest Hits" is now available on all good streaming platforms; a compilation of Roland's best attempts at creating his own...
2019-05-141h 13
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision54 - Lale's Song for EuropeIt's episode 54 of the Europhoria podcast and Isobel and Roland are back to tell stories from the great, glam and garish past of the Eurovision song contest. This week Roland tells the story of Lale Andersen and how her song became an anthem for the soldiers of World War II, regardless of borders, boundaries and bunkers. Roland then attempts the impossible by creating a song which could possibly achieve douze point status for the second week in a row. Song: Turn Back My Clock
2019-05-021h 00
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision53 - The Big Fat Europhoria Pub QuizYou are joining Isobel and Roland on a very special week, not only is it a bumper edition of "any other bid'ness" but Isobel has become quiz master for one week only and you're all invited to take part in her big fat Europhoria Pub Quiz, featuring questions covering many different topics from Eurovision past. Roland takes the reigns once more in an attempt to create a Eurovision smash hit, with this week's song named: "Boy Crush".
2019-04-181h 03
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision52 - Sandie SwaggerIsobel and Roland are back once more to tell tales of the great, glam and garish from Eurovision past. After catching up on some listener letters Roland proceeds to tell Isobel all about the UK's first ever winner of the Eurovision Song Contest Sandie Shaw and her journey to stardom. After this Roland once again attempts to impress Isobel with his Euro-pop songwriting mastery and create a song that can win the Eurovision Song Contest.
2019-04-0455 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision51 - Scandalo ItalianoAfter a week's delay due to Isobel's jet-setting the fabulous Euro-pair return to take you once more into the stories of the great, glam and garish from Eurovision past. After wading through sackfulls of emails Isobel tells tale of the many scandalo's of the Sanremo Music Festival. Once the tales have been told we have a rather special attempt at the creation of a Eurovision smash hit!
2019-03-211h 02
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision50 - Sestre Are Doing It For ThemselvesIsobel and Roland are here once again with a very special 50th official episode of the Europhoria Podcast. It's Roland's 30th birthday and the pair are finally reunited to record in the same room in over a year. After catching up on Eurovision news and some top-notch celeb-spotting, Roland tells the story of the fabulous Sestre from Slovenia and their less-than-fabulous journey to the Eurovision Song Contest. Roland then does his best to impress Isobel with this week's attempt at creating a Eurovision smash hit.
2019-02-2852 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision49 - Theaudience and the alternative EurovisionIsobel and Roland return for the first proper episode of the season! After catching up on news of an old classroom callout and their thoughts on the UK's decision in Eurovision You Decide, Isobel tells the tale of the very limited edition event dubbed "The Alternative Eurovision", which some say launched the career of a true pop princess. Towards the end Roland relaunches his attempts to create a truly iconic Eurovision hit song, will this season be the one he finally does it? Tune in to find out!
2019-02-1443 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision48 - Eurovision You Decide 2019We're baaaaaaaaaack! Just in time to have our judgy wudgy way with this year's Eurovision You Decide UK entrants, Isobel and Roland launch the new season of Europhoria in style. This week the pair catch up on everything that's happened over the past few months and then look ahead to the upcoming national finals and share one or two highlights. The new season will continue every two weeks between now and when the big show finally arrives. Prepare for stories galore in the new season of Europhoria!
2019-01-311h 00
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision47 - Lance that Boyle!Well that's it, Eurovision is over for another year, but that won't stop Isobel and Roland from relishing in great, glam and garish stories from Eurovision past. This week Roland explains the dramatic and often tragic life of Eurovision legend Katie Boyle, before closing up the season with a collaborative song. We will return soon!
2018-05-1759 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision 2018 - The Complete GuideEurovision 2018 is less than a week away and so Isobel and Roland are here to take you on a bumper episode discussing everything you need to know about all the songs featuring in the competition this year. Featuring special guest opinion from Matt Baker (not from Blue Peter) and Eurovision betting expert Stephen Cass.
2018-05-081h 34
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision46 - The Legend of LysEpisode 46 of the Europhoria Podcast and Isobel and Roland are back to discuss one of the indisputable legends of Eurovision, Lys Assia and the story of the first ever Eurovision song contest. Then, after more than a year of waiting, something truly magical happens... listen to find out what!
2018-04-2652 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision45 - Songs, Lies and Chihuahua S**tEpisode 45 of Europhoria and Roland and Isobel catch up with some correspondence before Roland tells his story of a Eurovision scandal in Belarus which ended up involving the peak of power. After the story the pair commence their new game using Google's translate tool to create brand new songs from previously featured Eurovision hits. Can this be the path to create a Eurovision hit?
2018-04-0545 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision44 - MicrostatesEpisode 44 of Europhoria and Isobel and Roland settle in to discuss the issue of Microstates in the Eurovision Song Contest. Can they win? If they do are they able to host? And where will Roland and Isobel go on their tour of the countries? After Isobel's story the pair continue their quest to create a perfect Eurovision Song, this time using the help of Google Translate to write new lyrics.
2018-03-2256 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision43 - The TransformationEpisode 43 of Europhoria and after catching up on (some of) the latest Eurovision news Roland tells Isobel the tale of one of the biggest transformations of a Eurovision act and consequently their entire country. The quest to create the perfect Eurovision song continues, and this week we're throwing some words into the mix as well. Could this be the week we finally crack it? Not likely!
2018-03-0843 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision42 - It's Siegel not EagleEpisode 42 of the Europhoria podcast and Isobel tells the tale of a man who is often overlooked but owns some of the biggest Euovision records (we're talking Guinness, not vinyl). Roland and Isobel then take their first steps in creating music to be curated and created by the audience, be sure to get in touch with advice!
2018-02-2258 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision41 - Not so Wonderful CopenhagenEpisode 41 of the Europhoria podcast and it's time to learn how (or how not) to make the most out of hosting the Eurovision Song Contest in your country, and find out about the deep deep irony of the company named "Wonderful Copenhagen". Then Roland and Isobel continue their efforts to scientifically design the greatest Eurovision song of all time. This week they analyse pitch and key.
2018-02-0852 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionMiniphoria - Eurovision You Decide 2018In this special bonus episode Isobel and Roland give their views on each of the six acts entering the UK national finals "Eurovision You Decide". Who will be their favourite, will they fly into space with Liam? Will they battle storms with SuRie? And which song makes Isobel particularly angry? Listen to find out!
2018-01-2846 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision40 - Julio Iglesias & Burgeoning SexualityEurophoria season 3 kicks off with a bang as Isobel tells the tale of the world famous Julio Iglesias and how he went from being a footballer to a lawyer to a world famous musician who took part in Eurovision 1970. Roland then explains a new format for creating a Eurovision song attempt where you yourself can get involved in helping us create a smash hit. Tune back in later this week to hear a bonus episode of Roland and Isobel's take on this year's Eurovision You Decide entries.
2018-01-2558 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision39 - Pre-Season 3 MiniphoriaWe're back baby! Like two intrepid explorers waking up from deep space stasis sleep, Roland and Isobel get underway catching up on the Eurovision news that happened in their absence. This week's episode is a miniphoria intended to ease everyone into the flow but season three begins properly next week so be sure to tune in then when normal programming will resume!
2018-01-1133 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision38 - Farewell but not GoodbyeEpisode 38 of the Europhoria podcast and it is the last episode of this season! After discussing some lovely emails Roland tells Isobel about the highs and lows of one Eurovision power couple. Roland then tries one more time to produce a Eurovision song, however, this week he has included a message for Isobel. Isobel then joins the fun by producing a surprise of her own to wrap up the season! See you next time! Show Timing 2:28 - Eurovision News 3:48 - Any Other Bid'ness 10:56 - Eurovision...
2017-11-0246 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision37 - Fan ClubEpisode 37 of the Europhoria podcast and Isobel and Roland open up a rather mysterious wine to kick off the show. Isobel then proceeds to tell the tale of how one of her favourite lines from a Euovision song came to be. Roland then attempts to create a song to win over the Tween Girls and get them to vote! Will it convince Isobel? Listen to find out! Show Timings 5:41 - Eurovision News 8:35 - Any Other Bid'ness 11:02 - Eurovision Story 32:33 - Eurovision Song Attempt
2017-10-1945 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision35 - Build Them Peace (Tangents!)Episode 35 of the Europhoria podcast and Roland and Isobel are feeling a little funny, which means things go off at a bit of a tangent also meaning you get an extra bumper length episode! Isobel explains about a man who decided to make himself a feature of Eurovision 2010. Roland then takes a different tack with his Eurovision song attempt. Show Timings 3:55 - Eurovision News 7:47 - Any Other Bid'ness 9:39 - Eurovision Story 45:00 - Eurovision Song Attempt
2017-10-0558 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision31 - World ProblemsEpisode thirty one of the Europhoria podcast and whatever Isobel promises she delivers. So this week we dive headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of the UK's infamous rapping entry, Daz Sampson. In honour of Daz, Roland attempts to imagine what a 2018 entry from the man himself would sound like. Find out if Isobel can be convinced on the virtues of Hip Hop in Eurovision. Show Timings 3:33 - Eurovision News 5:03 - Eurovision Story 37:51 - Eurovision Song Attempt
2017-09-0746 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision30 - Cold CallerEpisode thirty of the Europhoria podcast and after a week off in Edinburgh Isobel returns to the podcast, perfectly in time for Roland to tell her all about the worst man in the history of the Eurovision song contest. Roland then attempts to convince her he's written a Eurovision smash hit with his latest song submission. How will Isobel react? Show Timings 2:53 - Eurovision News 8:22 - Any other Bid'ness 15:12 - Eurovision Story 37:28 - Eurovision song attempt
2017-08-3147 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionThe Missing EpisodeIsobel has gone to Edinburgh to spread the good word about Eurovision so we're taking a gap this week. However, in order to bridge the gap until then Isobel has a very special 'treat' for all of you! Enjoy and see you next week!
2017-08-2402 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision29 - Fill Me UpEpisode 29 of the Europhoria Podcast and after a busy weekend Isobel and Roland are back to delve into the history of Eurovision. This week Isobel tells tale of the first black singer in the contest. Meanwhile Roland's attempts at creating metaphors in his song attempt forces an overwhelming reaction from Isobel. Show timing 4:16 - Eurovision News 5:30 - Any other bid'ness 14:30 - Eurovision Story 35:30 - Eurovision song attempt
2017-08-1748 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision28 - Love's Not A Film...Episode 28 of the Europhoria podcast and Roland and Isobel have a sackful of your lovely mail to get through. After they do this and update the prize fund for the winner of the song contest Roland tells the tale of the calamitous Eurovision Song Contest 1991. Roland then tries to win Isobel over with his song about love. Will it be met with love in return or the fire of Isobel's fury, tune in to find out! Show Timing 3:34 - Eurovision News 4:20 - Any Other Bid'ness 17:05 - Eurovision Story
2017-08-1051 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision27 - Let's Get Down To BusinessEpisode 27 of Europhoria and once again Isobel delves deep into the archives of Eurovision hopefuls to tell the tale of the weirdest band in the world. After a remarkable story about a remarkable band Roland attempts to do the remarkable and satisfy Isobel's need for Euro-pop. Will he succeed by creating the next entry for Eurovision? Listen to find out! Show Timings 2:05 - Any Other Bid'ness 7:40 - Eurovision Story 38:08 - Eurovision Song Attempt
2017-08-0346 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision26 - Strange ThingsEpisode 26 of Europhoria and because Roland is spending the next week in New York, he and Isobel are doing back to back episodes, so prepare for a boozy couple of weeks! Roland returns to an earlier story to pick up on one very small element, which, since recording, has blown up into a global political scandal. In an attempt to win more points from Isobel this week in the song judgement, Roland comes up with ideas for how to stage his song attempt. Show Timings 4:06 - Eurovision News 6:14...
2017-07-2746 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision23 - RSVPEpisode 23 of Europhoria and Isobel is telling the tale of one of the most prolific contenders in Eurovision history. After sharing a KitKat between the two of them Roland pays Isobel his attempt at creating a Eurovision hit. How will she react? Listen to find out! Show Timings 5:25 - Eurovision News 9:04 - Any other bid'ness 14:45 - Eurovision story 38:40 - Eurovision song attempt
2017-07-0646 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision21 - We Are HereWe are well and truly back! After taking a month off to recover from the dramatic Eurovision Final in Ukraine Isobel and Roland make a triumphant return. In Episode 21 the pair catch up on all the goss that has happened during their time off before Isobel launches into her story about one of the most iconic and powerful (and sexy) figures in Eurovision history. Roland's search for the perfect Eurovision song continues this week with an a-political protest song. Show timings 5:53 - Any other Bid'ness 8:55 - Eurovision News
2017-06-2250 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionEurovision Final 2017 (With bonus 'The Reverend' interview!)Well here it is, the grand final of Eurovision 2017, the day we have all been waiting for. In this special episode, Isobel and Roland recap some of the highest highs and lowest lows from the night itself and discuss some of their own personal experiences watching the competition. The results of Roland and Isobel's prediction competition are revealed and at the end Isobel has a very special conversation with The Reverend himself! Europhoria will return on the 15th of June 2017!
2017-05-181h 08
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of EurovisionSemi-phoria 2017 - Part 1Eurovision 2017 is fast approaching and it is time to begin evaluating the participants. This week Isobel and Roland are joined by special guest Benji Jeffrey to judge the songs taking part in the first Semi-final of 2017. Finally, for the first time in Europhoria history, someone other than Roland brings a potential Eurovision song to be judged by Isobel! Show Timings 4:38 - Any other bid'ness 14:13 - Semi-finalist judging 52:00 - Eurovision song attempt
2017-05-041h 03
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision19 - Wait for the WeekendEpisode 19 of the Europhoria podcast and Isobel tells the story of one of the most poetic entrants ever to enter the Eurovision Song Contest. Roland then attempts to create his own Eurovision smash hit, however Isobel has her own ideas as to where this song would best be played. Show Timings 2:51 - Eurovision News 5:08 - Any other Bid'ness 10:25 - Eurovision Story 38:35 - Eurovision entry attempt
2017-04-2047 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision16 - Body-lingualEpisode 16 of Europhoria and Summer is finally here! Once more Isobel and Roland dive deep into their sack of mail and face up to a media backlash! Isobel tells the intriguing tale of Eurovision's first nonsense song and then Roland attempts to win Isobel round with his attempt at writing and recording a Eurovision smash hit. Timing 3:33 - Eurovision News 7:54 - Any other bid'ness 17:05 - Eurovision story 37:26 - Eurovision hit attempt #15
2017-03-3048 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision15 - Robo Boogie 2000*Episode 15 of Europhoria and we're only slightly behind on the news that Russia is banned from Eurovision 2017! (Damn scheduling) In this episode Roland and Isobel empty out the mailbag and discuss a certain loose-legged legend from (sort of) Ireland. Roland then attempts to create a retro Eurovision hit for Isobel to judge. Timings 2:37 - Eurovision News 5:03 - Any other bid'ness 16:12 - Eurovision Story 38:30 - Eurovision Song Attempt
2017-03-2348 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision13 - Man Oh ManEpisode thirteen of the Europhoria podcast and Roland attempts to make good on his previous story by telling the tale of the link between Eurovision and a strange UFO sect (two of Isobel's favourite topics). Isobel then gives her judgement on Roland's attempt to create a smash Eurovision hit. Will Roland reach the heady heights of "United We Dance"? Timings 2:35 - Eurovision News 5:23 - Any Other Bid'ness 10:49 - Eurovision story 32:51 - Roland's Eurovision song
2017-03-0942 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision12 - Change the WorldEpisode 12 of Europhoria and Isobel is going all out to make Roland and all of the listeners cry. After some new correspondence with 'The Reverend', Isobel tells her tale of a songwriter with his sights set on representing his country at the Eurovision Song Contest. After which Roland attempts to create his own Eurovision entry, which is judged (and I mean judged) by Isobel. Timings 4:39 - Eurovision News 12:28 - Any Other Bid'ness 16:46 - Eurovision Story 33:10 - Roland's Eurovision Attempt
2017-03-0243 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision10 - The Serious SongEpisode 10 of the Europhoria podcast and in an attempt to lift spirits after last week, Isobel tells a beautiful story about a wonderful PVC-clad entry from Iceland. Also this week Isobel and Roland give a quick round-up of Melodifestivalen Semi-Final 2 and Roland attempts once more to make it to the halls of Eurovision royalty with his own entry into the contest. Timeline 6:15 - Any Other Bid'ness 10:22 - Eurovision News 14:45 - Eurovision Story 40:48 - Roland's Eurovision attempt
2017-02-1645 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision8 - The Colours of the WorldEpisode 8 of Europhoria and Isobel and Roland have fully recovered from the excitement of the UK's Eurovision: You Decide. In this week's episode Isobel explains to Roland about the wonderful Buranoskiye Babushki, also known as 'The Russian Grannies'. Roland then attempts to maintain the success of his Eurovision songwriting after last week's surprise success.
2017-02-0247 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision5 - Euro GirlEpisode 5 of Europhoria and Isobel has been drunk for three straight weeks now. This week we delve into the surprisingly dark world of Bucks Fizz and find out exactly what did go wrong with Jemini. Then find out if Isobel will be delighted or shatter Roland's dreams (probably both) of writing a Eurovision smash hit!
2017-01-1259 min
Europhoria - The Great, Glam & Garish History of Eurovision1 - United We Dance Divided We FallWelcome to Europhoria, where two self-confessed Eurovision obsessives delve into the great, glam and garish stories from Eurovision's past. Each week Isobel and Roland keep you updated on the most recent song contest news, explore the rich history of the competition and attempt to create their own successful Eurovision entry. This week Roland delves into the story of Iceland's most contentious entry ever: Sylvia Night. While Isobel explores the controversies surrounding Israel's history in the contest. Rounding up the episode Isobel rates Roland's latest attempt at creating a successful Eurovision song entry.
2016-12-061h 01