In this episode, we celebrate women, history, and a birthday.With “It’s like… woman, you know, like… Woman!” as our theme, we discuss Australia’s “Technicolour”, Azerbaijan’s “Mata Hari” and Russia’s “Russian Woman”.Recommendations/References:• “Class of 2013” by Mitski > https://youtu.be/4y0O7gAQEFU• “Drunk Walk Home” by Mitski > https://youtu.be/5F_k5uBnYGo• Billy on the Street: Lightning Round > https://youtu.be/bzDlS6JPUtE• “Agora” (2009), starring Rachel Weisz as Hypatia• “How Sad,...
May 01, 2021•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, we hold a candlelight vigil for Jim Steinman, talk about the politics of our neighborhood dog park, and, at long last: with the help of our personal trauma, we figure out a way to solve music.With “(blank) is (blank)” as our theme, we discuss Latvia’s “The Moon is Rising”, Portugal’s “Love Is On My Side” and Bulgaria’s “Growing Up Is Getting Old”.Recommended viewing:- “You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth” by Meat Loaf > https://youtu.be/_wO8toxinoc Hosted on Acast. See a...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 9 min
In this episode, we make uninformed statements about engaging in dance crazes, the origins of the phrase “Girl Power” and reality television dating programs.With “Stir Crazy” as our theme, we discuss Lithuania’s “Discoteque”, Serbia’s “Loco Loco”, Israel’s “Set Me Free” and the Czech Republic’s “Omaga”.Recommended viewing:- “The Sound of C” by The Confettis (Belgian New Beat) > https://youtu.be/XkiKx81sf_c- This incredible video of Hurricane laughing > https://twitter.com/ESCvid/status/134...
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Mira finds an irreconcilable grievance that may stay with her for the rest of her life. After that, we get nostalgic.With “In Case You Haven’t Noticed, I’m Weird. I’m A Weirdo. I Don’t Fit In. And I Don’t Want To Fit In. Have You Ever Seen Me Without This Stupid Song? That’s Weird.” as our theme, we discuss Germany’s “I Don't Feel Hate”, France’s “Voilà” and Italy’s “Zitti e buoni”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 15, 2021•55 min
In this episode, Mira attempts to flip the script but arrives woefully under-prepared.With “I Drive A Lovely Road” as our theme, we discuss The United Kingdom’s “Embers”, Ukraine’s “Shum” and Switzerland’s “Tout l'Univers”.Recommended viewing:• “As Your Father I Expressly Forbid It” by Lemon Demon > https://youtu.be/gea06zmMFHc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2021•47 min
In this episode, Mira attempts to mind her language. We overcome some old prejudices and look at three performers who may or may not outclass their songs.With “A Show for All Ages” as our theme, we discuss Malta’s “Je me casse”, Sweden’s “Voices” and Belgium’s “The Wrong Place”.Recommended viewing:• “Tommy and the Whale” by Dorléac (Geike Arnaert & Spinvis/Eric de Jong) > https://youtu.be/KkAV0rIAQss• “Zoutelande” by Geike Arnaert & BLØF > https://youtu.be/N0OLEgc-Glk• “Soldiers of...
Apr 06, 2021•39 min
On today’s episode, we join three more artists on the lonely road towards Eurovision. After talking about animated movies, ballet classes and social media, we introduce a new segment: deciding which D&D class each performer should play.With “I Walk A Lonely Road” as our theme, we discuss Ireland’s “Maps”, Albania’s “Karma” and Croatia’s “Tick Tock” Recommended viewing:• Liz Callaway talks about meeting Meg Ryan > https://youtu.be/fT7dGJ26PpEFollow us on twitter @eurodivision Hosted on Aca...
Apr 01, 2021•42 min
We're not afraid to get a little religious on this show. Demons and angels alike rear their heads as we explore the duality of man.With "Demons and Angels All In One Have Arrived" as our theme, we discuss Slovenia's "Amen", Austria's "Amen", Norway's "Fallen Angel" and Cyprus' "El Diablo."Recommended viewing:• "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)" by Lil Nas X > https://youtu.be/6swmTBVI83k• "We Magnify Your Name" as performed by Lecresia Campbell > https://youtu.be/ZezH8D0lHFI• "I Would Do Any...
Mar 30, 2021•1 hr 6 min
A new year has dawned! Join us as Jeroen and Mira introduce themselves anew and get ready for 2021.Jeroen lists the 'themes' that will make up this year's episodes, and Mira proceeds to make her first choice.With "Hypoglycemia" as our first theme, we discuss Romania's "Amnesia", Moldova's "Sugar" and San Marino's "Adrenalina"Recommended reading:• "Everyone Is Beautiful, and No One Is Horny" by RS Benedict > https://bloodknife.com/everyone-beautiful-no-one-horny/Follow us on twitter @eurodivis...
Mar 25, 2021•55 min
Before diving into this year's hopefuls, we have some matters that need to be resolved.Follow us on twitter @eurodivision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 44 min
Well, folks. If you thought we'd be demoralized by losing a full episode, you're not wrong. However, if you thought we'd stay in hiding forever, guess again, because like Sanja Vucic/The Terminator said: "I'll be back". We are like that, because we too, are back. Join us for a happy 2021, as we continue to wrap up our discussion of 2020's obsolete tunes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 05, 2021•59 min
I need someone to explain why rumore the song "Fai Rumore" keeps making me cry rumore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 28, 2020•53 min
Well folks, you will be visited by three songs tonight! Three women with big voices will belt right into your face! (This is irresponsible, please wear a mask and keep your distance.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 26, 2020•39 min
Join us as we unravel the mysteries surrounding these three songs, and we answer such fascinating questions as "How do you want me to talk like an Englishman?" and "What's more terrifying, space or the ocean?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 23, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Well, folks? Did somebody order a wake-up call?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 22, 2020•37 min
Well, folks... how've you been holding out for the past six months? You'd be forgiven for thinking we died, but turns out, we've survived. We've emerged from our little caves and we're ready to move on and let go of... all the bad things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 21, 2020•44 min
Well, folks - took a surprisingly long time to edit this episode, because it meant I'd have to listen to these songs again, and if you listen to this episode, you'll find out why we didn't really want to do that. At all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 12, 2020•29 min
Well, folks. What's, what's, what do you want me to say? Nowadays, who really knows what to expect anymore? We continue on our leisurely exploration of this year's Eurovision Songs and, wouldn't you know it, we spend most of the time actually talking about other songs and our dog. At least with us, you'll know what to expect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 08, 2020•43 min
Well, folks! The year 2020 certainly isn't making a great case for its own existence. So if it's cool with everyone, we could just sit this one out as something of a test run and just take 2020 from the top again in about 8 months or so.Of course, we're all going to continue aging, even if it's not what we thought it would be. For Mira's birthday, we listen to a few songs about age and experience, about growing older and flipping off the world for letting that happen the way it does. You know, l...
Apr 26, 2020•48 min
Well, folks! It's 2020, and we have a dog! She's right there, in the background, snoring on our couch, barely loud enough to be audible, but loud enough to disturb us while we're in the middle of a sentence. We don't even have all of the songs in this year's contest yet, so we decided to experiment with a new concept and see how much of a disturbance the little mutt would be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 03, 2020•26 min
Well, folks. Tamta said "time is moving slowly", but we have evidence toward the contrary, as Eurovision is upon us. It is both sad and joyous that, with these final three songs, we have finished talking about all the songs in time for the jury rehearsals. We would like to thank you all for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 13, 2019•47 min
Well, folks. Listening to these songs, you might not say it, but the year is 2019. We explore what it's like to remember the early 2000's and figure out our own formative years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 12, 2019•43 min
Well, folks. We've achieved the impossible - we've empathized with a man. Truly groundbreaking! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 11, 2019•1 hr 13 min
Well, folks. You knew it was coming. Every year a handful of people take their second shot at Eurovision, and we talk about some of them for you on this episode. But are any of them coming back with a vengeance, and is a victory eminent for one of these second-timers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 10, 2019•53 min
Well, folks. What is there to say? We just don't find these songs very memorable. However, will you find this episode memorable? It's possible! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 09, 2019•38 min
Well, folks. There are many reason why a person would don black clothes and proceed to scream. We have four such acts doing four such things, and we try to figure out what makes them scream - be it defiance, resentment, anguish or hatred. Ironically, there's a song called "Scream" in this year's Song Contest, and hey, it doesn't even feature on this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 08, 2019•50 min
Well, folks, here's what's up. Today, we're talking about another four songs from this year's Eurovision Song Contest, and we answer a very important question about each one, namely: "does it slap?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 05, 2019•52 min
Well, folks, sometimes you have multiple horses in the same race. We talk about two songwriters who have multiple songs in the competitions. Please don't share this episode with Laurell Barker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 03, 2019•42 min
Well, folks! It's been too long, and yes, we have about three quarters of the songs left to discuss. That's why in this episode, we talk about Denmark, Norway, Portugal and Israel's entries for the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 in Tel Aviv. Oh, and we pepper in some amusing (hopefully) stories about our airplane antics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 02, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Well, folks - the year is 2069 and that has some pretty heavy implications. Our consciousness has been assimilated into the emotion vortex, where there are sad reacts only. It has become impossible to enjoy anything. However, a faceless megacorporation is offering a revolutionary app to change our lingering feelings of sadness into feelings of warmth and mirth. We must keep our phones turned on at all times, to benefit from the effects of CMFRT-ZONE. Yes, it will allow their satellites to accura...
Mar 26, 2019•39 min
