The Euro Trip | Eurovision Podcast

In this very special episode of the podcast, we hear from Örlygur Örlygsson, the founder of the world's first Eurovision exhibition based in Husavik. His colleague Rachel Mackay takes us on a tour of the now famous town and Miss Husavik herself, Molly Sanden stops by for a chat after she became a household name because of the Netflix film, 'The Story of Fire Saga'. 09:50 - Rachel Mackay Part One 1...

Host of Eurovision 2013 and 2016, Melodifestivalen and Eurovision's Greatest Hits - Petra Mede joins us for a rare English language interview. She talks us through her earliest memories of the contest, some ridiculous stories from hosting the event itself and hints at a desire to be involved again in the future... We've been promising something big for a while, and we're sure this lives up to the...

Zoe London, famed multi-genre DJ joins us to go through her love of the Eurovision Song Contest. We hear about her Eurovision themed school talent show, a once in a lifetime trip to Lisbon in 2018 and what she wants to see at the contest in the future. Supported by Plant-Based Face Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The esteemed TV Critic and broadcaster joins us on a journey through Eurovision past, present and future. We learn how an argument meant he missed the crowning of one of the contest's most iconic winners, and which famous face from previous editions Scott would like to see return to our TV screens. Supported by Plant-Based Face Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Radio presenter on Kiss FM Alex Mansuroglu joins the boys to chat about his love affair with the Eurovision Song Contest. He also reveals how he thinks the UK should change its approach and what he wants to see changed at the contest. Supported by Plant-Based Face Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Swedish Eurovision expert and Melfest commentator joins us to discuss her love of Eurovision and her favourite memories of the contest. They include a memorable party in Sheffield, her wait for a DM from a previous winner, and how she has celebrated many a Swedish victory. Supported by Plant-Based Face Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC's Moscow correspondent talks Russian Grannies & much much more, including the time he ended up live on Russian State TV as they selected their song for Eurovision. Rob also shares some of your first memories of seeing the contest, and we wish James a speedy recovery. Supported by Plant-Based Face Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC broadcaster & Eurovision commentator shares his memories of the contest as the series kicks off in style. The boys also give an update about what they've been upto since the last episode, and give more details about what to expect over the next few weeks. Supported by Plant-Based Face Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for a brand new series bringing you stories from well known Eurovision fans across the globe. Episodes drop every Wednesday, starting 4th August 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final episode of the current Eurovision season is here as Rob and James reminisce over the last few months. They relive some of their favourite interviews, as well as look back at this year's contest with the European Broadcasting Union's Communications Lead, Dave Goodman. And it wouldn't be the final episode without a double helping of the One Second Song. 10.15" - Dave Goodman Interview 30.2...

Eurovision 2021 has been and gone, and the boys are back for the penultimate episode of the season to debrief all the action from the weekend. They'll chat to the President of OGAE Italy to get their reaction to the nation's win, Dr Zoe Jay explains why Europe voted the way it did and BBC Radio 1's Steve Holden is back again to review the big show. 10:40 - Cristina Giuntini, President of OGAE Ital...

After two years of waiting, it's finally the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest! The boys are here with your big preview show with a plethora of esteemed guests to get you right up to speed ahead of the big show tonight! 08:10 - Fabien Randanne on Barbara Pravi 18:15 - Ben Robertson on the betting odds 27:25 - Your Good Luck messages 29:40 - Martin Österdahl 32:45 - Kristina Chetcuti on De...

The boys celebrate Eurovision Grand Final eve with a whole host of special guests. Dr Abby Waysdorf is back on the podcast after attending the second semi-final in the Ahoy arena, there's also the chance to hear from Go_A, a Eurovision memory from Ireland 1994, and the results of The Euro Trip's Eurovision Sweepstake are revealed. Plus Sissi joins us to discuss her role as Estonia's spokesperson i...

The second semi-final of Eurovision 2021 is here! The boys are joined by special guests Zoe London and Ole Topholm to discuss what might happen, as well as being joined by Benny Cristo from the Czech Republic. There's also another great Eurovision memory from winner of the 2001 contest, Dave Benton. 07.14" - Zoe & Ole Part 1 15.54" - Benny Cristo Interview 30.30" - Angry Eurovision Local Tweet...

The first live show of Eurovision 2021 is done and dusted, and we're joined by some special guests to look back at the action. Mike and Dale from Aussievision react to Australia's first NQ and Dr Abby Waysdorf tells us what it was like inside the Ahoy as a fan. We also bring you the very latest news about the Icelandic delegation with help from Rachel The Húsavík Eurovision Exhibition. We look ahe...

Tonight we will see the first live show of Eurovision 2021, and today the boys are joined by Brian O'Reilly and Ben Robertson to preview all the action. Australia's entry Montaigne stops by to chat about her chances in tonight's show, Steve Holden returns and we've got a special Eurovision memory from Dami Im. 06:35 - Brian O'Reilly & Ben Robertson (Part 1) 17:30 - Montaigne Interview 23:01 -...

With just a day to go until the first semi-final of Eurovision 2021, the boys are joined by BBC Radio 1's Music Reporter Steve Holden to discuss his brand new documentary. Podcast favourite Sheila Kamerman also returns, and there's a Eurovision memory from previous winner Eldar Gasimov. 07.24" - Steve Holden (Part 1) 12.34" - Sheila Kamerman Interview 24.13" - Eldar Gasimov shares a Eurovision mem...

We're now halfway through Eurovision rehearsals, so we thought we should catch up with former artists Ari Olafsson and Jana Burceska to find out what rehearsal week is like for an artist. We also chat to press conference host Samya Hafsaoui about her important role, and we get an answer to lsat week's lost luggage story thanks to Israeli delegate Gilad Yanay. 07:50 - Gilad Yanay Interview 26:00 -...

We know how much you love a bonus episode of the podcast, so here we are with our 'Bakker Bonus' as we sit down for a two big conversations. Firstly we speak to Gerben Bakker, Eurovision's Head of Show as he tells us what we can expect from the three live shows. Then we chat to Sietse Bakker, the Executive Producer of this year's contest as he gets us up to speed with how preparations are going. 0...

The UK's Eurovision 2021 artist is finally on the podcast. James Newman takes time away from his preparations for Rotterdam to discuss his whirlwind eighteen months, and there's two for the price of one as the Netherlands Jeangu Macrooy also joins us. And even more... Exec Producer Sietse Bakker also stops by to discuss the news we will be getting an audience this year. News Update - 11.24" Sietse...

Natalia Gordienko gives one of her first English language interviews ahead of Eurovision 2021, we chat to the boys from Aussievision about all things Australia and listener-come-guest Corrie tells us what it's like inside the Ahoy in Rotterdam. 11:30 - News round-up 14:30 - Mike and Dale from Aussievision 25:05 - Rotterdam Road Trip with Corrie Wouters 40:15 - Natalia Gordienko Interview 57:40 - O...

The man with Sweden's proud Eurovision history behind him, Tusse, joins us on the podcast this week. We also chat movies with Empire's Editor-at-large Helen O'Hara, with Husavik nominated at the Academy Awards due to take place later this week. Stijn Smulders is back too, with a very special Rotterdam Road Trip. Latest News - 14.27" Helen O'Hara on Husavik's chances at the Oscars - 19.50" Rotterda...

On this week's bonus episode of the podcast, we treat you to an exclusive pass to go behind the scenes of Concert In The Dark, one of the only pre-parties happening ahead of Eurovision 2021. Wednesday night's event will feature 15 of this year's artists as well as some familiar faces, and we speak to some of them ahead of the show. We also speak to the event producer, as well as the co-founder of...

In a jam-packed episode, we hear from not one but two of the class of 2021, including Rafal from Poland and Barbara Pravi from France. We're also joined by friend of the podcast Tobbe Ek who gets us to the bottom of the Dinah Nah story, and the Rotterdam Road Trip continues. 08:20 - Eurovision news round-up 11:00 - Tobbe Ek Interview 20:35 - Rotterdam Road Trip with Veerle Collignon 32:10 - Rafal...

Rob & James team up with host Emma Goswell to present a special episode of The Euro Trip, and Coming Out Stories. They chat Eurovision, LGBT rights, and why you should check out each other's podcasts. Coming Out Stories will take you to one the most important moments in many people’s lives. It will perch you on sofas in suburban sitting rooms, stand you in front of officials' desks, ...