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This week, Jazzi, Rory and Rosie review the overall results of the ESC250 initiative, run by ESC Radio in conjunction with Songfestival.be! Together, we talk about our feelings towards the results as Loreen clinches yet another victory, while also reflecting on other songs that made (or didn’t make) the cut. There is also a catch up on all the major Eurovision news in the past week, so this is the perfect place for your Eurovision news in a nutshell!

What do you think of our opinions? Can Loreen make it ten consecutive years on the top of the countdown? Where did your points go? And what Eurovision news were you most excited about hearing this week? Please let us know what you think by getting involved with us below or on our social media!

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Welcome to 2021 everyone! This week, we announce the start of a shift in our podcast as we move into National Final season. Rosie, Rory and Tim talk about the results of Festivali i Këngës, as well as giving our opinions on songs released in Israel, Estonia and France. We also give our initial impressions on Cyprus’ revelation of its new singer – Elena Tsagrinou.

What do you think about our opinions? Which national final are you most excited for, now that we have three selections with all the songs out? Are you interested to see what Elena has to offer? Do you like our new format? Please let us know what you think by commenting below or getting in touch on social media!

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In our final episode of 2020, Rosie, Jazzi and Rory look at Bulgaria, a country who has faced both success and defeat at Eurovision in its short history of participation in the Contest. The trio reflects on their favourite Bulgarian entries at the Contest. They also look at how Bulgaria has managed to incorporate fans into its selection process, as well as reflecting on how this fresh approach to selecting an entry could be used and adapted by other countries in future.

What do you think of our opinions? Do you think fans should be included in the decision-making process for other countries? What are some of your favourite entries from Bulgaria? Please do let us know what you think below! We also wish you lots of well wishes as 2020 draws to a close – let’s hope for the best in our national final season in 2021!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts is available here.

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This week, we divert from our typical format or country and year perspectives to discuss what changes we’d make to the rules of Eurovision, if we were lucky enough to be the Executive Supervisor of the EBU. From two juries to splitting up of the United Kingdom, be prepared for some controversial opinions!

What do you think of our opinions? Which of our personal choices would you support most? If you were Executive Supervisor, what changes would you make to the rules? Please do let us know what you think by commenting below!

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This week, the TEP crew talk all things Eurovision 2008, which was held in Belgrade, Serbia. Together, we reflect on how Serbia was able to host its first Eurovision Song Contest under such a tough political climate. We also divulge our top threes and debate what RTS can take from their first time hosting a Eurovision event.

What do you think of our thoughts? Do you think Serbia pulled off a good show? Who was your winner in 2008? Please don’t forget to get involved on all of our social media platforms and let us know what you think by commenting below!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts is available here.

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This week, we diverge from our typical format and topics and discuss the prominence (or lack thereof) of so-called “joke entries” at Eurovision. We talk about how these entries affect the Contest’s reputation, as well as referencing certain joke entries that should or shouldn’t be included in that category!

What do you think of our opinions? Do joke entries still have a place in Eurovision today or has the Contest moved past that point? What would be a “joke entry” you would include in this category? As always, please do get in touch with us and let us know what you think by commenting below!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts is available here.

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This week sees the 18th edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, to be held in Warsaw, Poland following Viki Gabor’s win in 2019. So, to celebrate this, Jazzi, Rory, Rosie and Tim look at the class of 2020, reveal our top threes and discuss how Junior Eurovision is being used as a Petri dish for the prospect of a COVID Eurovision in May.

What do you think of our opinions? Who are your favourites for this year’s Junior Eurovision? Could Poland win yet again, or could another country win – if so, who? Please do let us know what you think by commenting below!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts is available here.

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This week, Jazzi, Rory, Rosie and Tim take a trip to Portugal – the country that, up until 2017, was the country waiting the longest time to score its first win. We look back at some of our favourite Portuguese Eurovision songs, as well as discussing the prominence of the Portuguese language in both Festival da Canção and their eventual entry to the Contest. We also have a rather frank discussion on Salvador Sobral and his effect and legacy on Eurovision – so be warned!

What do you think of our opinions? Should Portugal try sending a song entirely in English? What can RTP do to score another win? And what are your thoughts on Salvador Sobral? Please do not hesitate to get in touch by commenting below and following our social media!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts is available here.

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This week, Rosie, Jazzi and Rory return to the archives and revisit Eurovision 2009, held in Moscow, Russia. We discuss our favourite songs from the Contest, debate about Russia’s problematic hosting of the show and have a rather pointed rant at Andrew Lloyd Webber (UK fans best beware!).

What do you think of our choices? Did Russia put on a spectacular show, or could more have been done to make it better? Who are some of your favourite entries from 2009? Please do let us know what you think by commenting below!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts is available here.

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This week, we were so incredibly happy to be joined by Jan Bors, the former Head of Delegation for the Czech Republic from 2016 to 2020. Together with Jazzi, Rosie and Rory, we look at Jan’s career at the competition and discuss the behind-the-scenes aspects of Eurovision that usually elude the audience. We also look at what Jan has done after leaving his post and ask him what the future holds!

What do you think about the interview? Should Jan return to Eurovision as a Head of Delegation? What can the Czech Republic do now to continue their streak of good results? Please do let us know your thoughts by getting in touch below!

A link to this episode on Apple Podcasts can be found here.

Below is Jan’s most recent video – the aforementioned interview with Iceland’s current Head of Delegation: Felix Bergsson. Subscribe to his channel for other amazing Eurovision content!

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