ESC United: Eurovision Know-It-Alls Podcast
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsJoin Matt and Adam as they share the latest news about the Eurovision Song Contest and discuss current events, rumors and controversies. This is a great resource for any fan or those who want to learn more about the contest.
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Kosovo's participation unlikely and what are the best Borderline Qualifiers?
July 01, 2019 00:44 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBThe EBU has voted on a measure that will make Kosovo's participation less likely. And who are the best Borderline Qualifiers and Non-Qualifiers?
Where are we going for Eurovision, Host Discussion & JESC 2019 Update | Podcast Ep 1 - June 23rd,
June 23, 2019 16:48 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBThe first Podcast of the Eurovision 2020 season. Matt is rehashing last week's ESC news and shares his thoughts.
Israel's Hosting Situation Part 2
June 20, 2018 07:33 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBA few more details have emerged when it comes to Israel hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2019. Are we going to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv next year?
Israel's Hosting Situation
May 23, 2018 04:19 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBIs Israel going to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2019? It appears that there are multiple hurdles that they need to overcome first.
The host, Czech Republic and France's Destination Eurovision
January 13, 2018 04:21 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn today’s ESC United Know-it-Alls podcast, Matt, Zach and Efe discuss several topics including the hosts, the six songs in the Czech's National Final as well as Frances Destination Eurovision.
Eurovision 2017 is so three weeks ago
June 04, 2017 07:57 - 33 minutes - 40.4 MBIn today’s ESC United Know-it-Alls podcast, Matt is recapping his experience in Kyiv and then talks 2018.
The NeverEnding Story of Russia and Ukraine
March 29, 2017 15:51 - 1 hour - 71 MBIn today’s ESC United Know-it-Alls podcast, the ESC United team is sharin their thoughts on Yulia Samoylova's ban from entering Ukraine. The situation is quite sticky and emotions run high on all sides. Matt and Zack are reviewing the facts that are known to us and share their thoughts on what's happening between Russia and Ukraine at the 2017 Eurovision Cong Contest to be held in Kyiv. We understand that there is a healthy amount of subjectivity and our intent is to be very respectful to...
Slovenia, Denmark, Latvia and Ukraine - Your Favorites announced
February 23, 2017 02:29 - 26 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this podcast, we are going to announce our readers' favorites in Slovenia, Denmark, Ukraine and Latvia. It's going to be a busy weekend with 5 Grand Finals and an additional six Semi Shows. Who will receive the official ESC United endorsement? The results are in and this is how you have voted.
Malta: What is our favorite song?
February 12, 2017 04:51 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBIn this podcast, the ESC United team is reviewing and dissecting the 16 songs from the Maltese National Final. Who will end up on top? The panel and our readers ranked the songs and one of them is going to receive our endorsement.
Spain: What is our favorite song?
February 09, 2017 09:52 - 33 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this episode, the Spanish songs are being reviewed and judged by our readers and the ESC United team. We will also rank them and crown a winner. In addition, there are some bad news as far as the sale of Eurovision tickets are concerned.
Celebrate Diversity: New Slogan and Review of the Swiss Songs
February 02, 2017 02:23 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBIn this podcast, the ESC Panel is reviewing the six entries from Switzerland "Die Entscheidungsshow" and rank them accordingly. This also includes our reader's poll results. In addition, the EBU and NTU revealed the slogan and Logo for this year's contest.
Finland: National Final Song Review and Ranking
January 27, 2017 06:14 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBIn this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking the ten entries from UMK, the National selection in Finland and rank them accordingly.
United Kingdom: Song Review and Brexit talk
January 26, 2017 03:09 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBIn this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking all six entries in the National selection for United Kingdom and rank them accordingly. We are also discussing Brexit and if the UK's decision to leave the European Union could have an impact as far as Eurovision is concerned.
Review: Georgia National Final - Song Review and Ranking
January 19, 2017 16:55 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking all 25 entries in the National selection for Georgia. In addition to Matt, Zach and Calvin's vote, the reader of ESC United also voted for their favorites. Find out who ended up on top.
Review: Belarus National Final - Song Review and Ranking
January 19, 2017 04:11 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBIn this podcast, the ESC United Panel is reviewing and Ranking all 13 entries in the National selection for Belarus. In addition to Matt, Zach and Calvin's vote, the reader of ESC United also voted for their favorites. Find out who ended up on top.
Demy for Greece and more Heat action from Hungary and Lithuania
January 15, 2017 06:53 - 18 minutes - 23.3 MBDemy is going to represent Greece in Kiev, Hungary and Lithuania both have had elimination rounds happening this week and more National Finals are coming up this week.
Ireland's act, Host city controversies and a new ESC United
December 18, 2016 08:07 - 17 minutes - 21 MBRussian army choir - Eurovision 2009 interval act - loses 64 members in plane crash tragedy. Albania chooses Lindita and her song "Botë". Armenia selects Artsvik for Eurovision after marathon national selection. Eurovision in Concert tickets will go on sale very soon.
Dissecting the New Eurovision voting system
February 19, 2016 22:12 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBThe EBU & Swedish Broadcaster SVT have announced that for the first time in over 40 years, there are going to be changes made to the voting system that we all hold so dear. We give you a quick breakdown and then respond to your comments and answer your questions.
Austria, Denmark and Switzerland have chosen
February 14, 2016 09:35 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIt was a busy week in Eurovision land. Several countries have chosen their entries and a lot of Semi Finals happened this week as well. Austria, Denmark and Switzerland all have a song for Stockholm. Then the following countries are a little closer to picking their entry: Sweden, Hungary, Finland, Ukraine, Iceland and Lithuania.
Four Semi Finals and two more Heats, the busy Eurovision Season
February 07, 2016 20:34 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this Podcast, we are showing you which songs have qualified from their respective Semis or Heats. We included snippets to give you a teaser, make sure to check them out online. The following countries broadcasted a show: 1. Sweden 2. Finland 3. Iceland 4. Ukraine 5. Hungary 6. Lithuania
Nicky Byrne for Ireland, Serhat for San Marino and Oscar news
January 17, 2016 21:04 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBIn this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the following topics: - Nicky Byrne for Ireland - Serhat for San Marino - EBU & Poland drama but they're still in - Celine Dion's husband and brother pass away - German NF participants revealed - Belgian NF taking place tonight - ESC Winner at the Oscars
Is it Nicky Byrne for Ireland, Slovenia is back with EMA and the Danish songs have leaked
January 10, 2016 22:11 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the following topics: - Nicky Byrne (Westlife) for Ireland?!? - First Lithuian show, results and details - Slovenia is back with EMA 2016 and some familiar names - San Marino will announce the artists soon - Eurovision venues announced, what to do when you're in Stockholm - Serbia artists rumors continue - Ukraine will probably have a NF - Danish songs leaked......again
Eurovision Know-It-Alls: Eneda Tarifa for Albania, the British NF and the Maltese entries
January 04, 2016 04:07 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBIn this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the Albananian entry. We have more information on the National Final situation in the United Kingdom and the Maltese broadcasters has published the 20 songs in the running. More returning artist popping up everywhere, who are they? Is there a chance that Delta Goodrem is going to represent Australia?
Eurovision Know-It-Alls: SVT picks the host and wants to change Eurovision a bit more
December 18, 2015 05:39 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBIn this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are discussing the Georgian artist chosen. In addition, SVT announced the hosts for Eurovision 2016 and wants to change the voting section of the show. What could it be? More returning artist popping up everywhere, what are their chances of making the cut?
Eurovision Know-It-Alls: Switzerland NF Songs Review, Sergey Lazarev for Russia and somebody else lost their job at the EBU
December 13, 2015 01:58 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBIn this Podcast, Matt, Sadie and Jake are going to introduce all 6 songs in the National Final for Switzerland and share their thoughts. In addition, Sergey Lazarev was internally chosen by the broadcaster to represent Russia in Eurovision 2016. Sladislav Yakovlev was fired by the EBU, this is the second person to get axed from the team.
Eurovision Know-It-Alls: Belarus NF Songs Review
December 02, 2015 07:38 - 24 minutes - 22 MBIn this Podcast, Matt is going to introduce all 10 songs in the National Final for Belarus and provides some commentary.
43 countries in Stockholm and should we be worried about Terroris attacks at Eurovision - Podcast
November 27, 2015 21:58 - 58 minutes - 54 MBToday's topics: - Australia at Eurovision, Good or Bad Idea? - 43 countries in Stockholm - Kaliopi back to Eurovision for FYR Macedonia - Bosnia & Herzegovina has chosen their act - Should we worry about Terrorism in Eurovision? - How effective is it to send a famous singer to the contest?
Why Turkey left the contest and more EBU drama on the way - Eurovision Podcast
November 07, 2015 20:32 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBWe are joined by Robert (Lupus) discussing the latest news and updates. Today's topics: - Turkey is out...again....why? - Minus One and Thomas G:SON for Cyprus, good or bad idea? - The EBU scandal and transparency - Should you watch all the National Finals online?
Lebanon in Eurovision and somebody at the EBU was fired - ESC United Podcast
October 24, 2015 19:47 - 43 minutes - 40 MBWe are joined by Roman (RomanfromRussia) discussing the latest news and updates. Today's topics: - Lebanon in Eurovision?!? - Somebody at the EBU was fired, what happened? - Belarus is making changes to their National Final - 100% televote - Foreign singers and songwriters, thumbs up or down? - Hungary is back with Al Dal
Iveta for Armenia and Politics in Eurovision - ESC United Podcast
October 17, 2015 23:09 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBToday's topics: - Iveta Mukuchyan for Armenia - Poland Internal Song Selection - Lithuania and the elaborate Selection Process - Three Melodifestivalen particpants leaked?!? - Sietse Bakker stepping down - Politics in Eurovision
ESC United Podcast - Portugal and Herzegvoina out, Australia maybe in? And what's with all the Booing these days
October 10, 2015 22:45 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBMatt and Adam are talking about The Eurovision Song Contest. Today they are joined by member Calvin. Today's topics include: - Portugal withdraws - Bosnia & Herzegovina may not take part, eiher - Australia joining Junior Eurovision - Is Booing at Eurovision okay? - The future of the contest
ESC United Podcast
October 04, 2015 04:59 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBMatt and Adam are talking about The Eurovision Song Contest including - The Montenegrin act - Italy taking the Contest seriously at last - The United Kingdom having a National Final - Should the EBU change the current score system - Host Rumors