Welcome to this week’s episode, where we bring you all the latest buzz from the Eurovision Song Contest! In today’s episode, we dive into the excitement surrounding this year’s host city—get the lowdown on what’s been happening behind the scenes and how the venue preparations are shaping up. We also discuss the surprising departure of Martin Österdahl, the Contest's Executive Supervisor, and what that means for the future of Eurovision. A lot more on this episode that you do not want to miss! Do...
Jun 28, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Today on The Eurovisionphiles, we’re taking a slightly different route — instead of diving into deep fan favorites or retro revivals, we’re zeroing in on Eurovision 2025. From jaw-dropping wins to eyebrow-raising controversies, we’re unpacking the standout moments, surprise victories, and the challenges that have stirred up headlines across the continent. 🇪🇺✨ Join us as we break down the latest news, the behind-the-scenes drama, and the performances that lit up (or divided) the fandom. Whether...
Jun 11, 2025•58 min•Season 3Ep. 19
It's taken a few days for the Eurovision depression to start settling in and allow us to look back to, not just the grand final, but the week. In this extensive episode, we discuss our winners, our shocks, the impressions in and out the arena, and yes, we go there - the voting system and results. As usual, let us know via the comments and on our social media accounts whether you agree with us. What did you think of this year's contest? And are you ready for Austria? Remember to like, subscribe, ...
May 23, 2025•56 min
We’re bringing you the first reactions after attending the media rehearsal for the grand final. Of course, you have now had a chance to see the performances so we are now focusing on the strongest contenders, and just a little sneak peek of the intro and interval acts. You can also watch the predictions of some of the media in our social media accounts. Let us know what’s your take on these guesses!
May 16, 2025•10 min
You get us twice today as we bring the reactions right after the live show. Let us know what you think! Remember to subscribe and to follow our Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts.
May 15, 2025•13 min
We are bringing you our impressions after the third rehearsal of the second semifinal - it’s a quick one as it’s coming very close to the live show so we will not take much of your time today! Let us know via comments here or in our Instagram , Facebook or TikTok content whether you agree with us.
May 15, 2025•13 min
What a shock we’ve had this evening - who was expecting THAT? We are talking to you from the media centre where we’ve had a chance to watch the semifinal live, and we are now absorbing the results. Make sure you visit our Instagram, Facebook and TikTok for reactions from some of the artists as they leave the arena.
May 13, 2025•12 min
We are in Basel reporting this year’s ESC and we have just been to the first semifinal’s dress rehearsal! We are bringing you our very first impressions right after coming from the arena. Let us know in the comments on Spotify or our Instagram , Facebook and TikTok accounts whether you agree with our predictions!
May 12, 2025•27 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Finally! We've reached the final stretch on our way to Eurovision and that means Eurovision In Concert, which comes as every year to showcase the majority of acts of this year's song contest. We have loads of interviews! Gabry Ponte (San Marino), Napa (Portugal), Erika Vikman (Finland), Sissal (Denmark), Red Sebastian (Belgium) and Melody (Spain - and bear in mind this last one is in Spanish). It's a line up not to be missed! Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Spotify or Apple , and fol...
Apr 08, 2025•21 min•Season 2Ep. 13
It’s official—we finally have all of this year’s Eurovision entries! This week, we dive into the latest arrivals, including Sweden’s choice—is it a fun entry or a winner in the making ? Plus, San Marino’s wild card (is it more Italian than Italy's own?), and the huge debut of Louane's song at the Stade de France—was it worth the wait? And here’s a thought: How late is too late when it comes to releasing a Eurovision song? Join us for the debate, the drama, and of course, the music! Don’t forget ...
Mar 17, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 12
We’re in the home stretch! With the deadline looming for countries to submit their final versions to the EBU, the last wave of Eurovision songs is rolling in. And, as always, the Maltese entry is getting some drama—or is it actually an opportunity? This week, we break down the latest batch of entries, take a look at what’s still to come, and dive into this year’s language trends. Which songs are bringing the fun? Which ones are here to win ? And which ones are making us rethink our favorites? Tu...
Mar 05, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The third Super Saturday of the Eurovision season landed, and we’re diving deep into the latest batch of national selections! This week, we’re bringing you our hot takes on the fresh entries from Estonia, Poland, Lithuania, Norway, and Azerbaijan. Are they hits, or are they headed straight for our Eurovision “meh” pile? But that’s not all! We’re also brewing up some controversy—no, not just the Espresso Macchiato drama (is it a mini-masterpiece or a milky mess?), but the latest buzz from Sanremo...
Feb 20, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Wir kommen, wir kommen! Things are heating up in the Eurovision world, and we’re now closing in on a third of the songs for 2025! In this episode, we break down the latest entries from last weekend—Ireland, Latvia, Ukraine, Finland, and we dive into the controversy surrounding Malta’s entry, Kant, and what it means for the competition. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Spotify or Apple , and follow us on Instagram for all the latest updates! And of course, our Spotify playlist is fully...
Feb 14, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Things are finally heating up in the Eurovision world! In this episode, we dive into the drama and excitement from the first Super Saturday of the season with Spain, Slovenia, and Belgium all making waves. But with the thrills come a few controversies too – we’re unpacking all the juicy details and asking, what do you think about the issues we mention? Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @theeurovisionphiles for all the latest updates, and be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you never miss...
Feb 06, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 32
It's official, it's 2025, it's the end of the eternal January and it's ticket week! We got ours, and it was... an interesting purchase. But with more events announced, we wonder whether things are changing for the Eurovision week onsite experience. What's even more important, we now have actual songs to begin listening to! Four songs had already been released by the time of recording, with more to come this weekend, so we are finally in Super Saturday season. Get ready to follow all the new acts...
Jan 31, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Today we bring you a brief but very special episode, recorded live from Het Grote Songfestivalheest in Amsterdam last month. We got a chance to interview some of the biggest names in Eurovision’s recent history, and to see two legends together on stage. You don’t want to miss this! Visit our Instagram page for this and more content, and remember to like, subscribe and leave a review on our show!...
Jan 13, 2025•8 min•Season 2Ep. 6
We're back to chat about the entries of this year's Junior Eurovision, celebrated last week in Madrid. We celebrate the latest winner (and record-holder) Georgia, and chat about what makes a good Junior Eurovision entry and artist. There's a lot more than a party on stage... And while we wait for news, we have some fun discussing a very controversial rumour about Switzerland's plans for 2025, that made the rounds online for a few hours - only to be dismissed as easily as it had started. You can ...
Nov 22, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 5
We take some of the time this calm before the storm has brought in order to chat about one of our favourite Eurovision countries. Ukraine has had an incredible run in its 19 participations since its debut in 2003, with 3 wins and memorable contestants that have truly made history. Barbara brings us the best from her very own lecture, Ukrainian Magic: Visual Heritage in the Eurovision Song Contest , which she recently delivered at the University of Groningen. Amongst those present, a very special...
Oct 25, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 4
We're back with our annual review of the OGAE Second Chance entries of this year. As a reminder, these songs are selected by the official Eurovision fan clubs amongst those that did not achieve the national selections of their countries, and they are voted by the club members to select their favourites. Although voting is now closed, we did not want to miss out on the chance to review the songs and believe us, there are some strong opinions here! Listen to the full Spotify playlist here . Do you...
Sep 12, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 3
It's September and with it comes a new Eurovision season! We're now full speed into the 2025 contest, with a new host city, a confirmed date and details about the different locations and events taking place during the week. And we wonder - is Netta the Oracle of the 100% wrong guesses? And with the new month, an island nation announced the first representative for the new year. But who will join them? How much truth is there in the rumours on social media for a former Disney star and everyone's ...
Sep 05, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Everyone is talking about one thing in the Eurovision World these days, and that is Joost Klein. With intensifying rumours about his potential return to Eurovision next year, we discuss how possible this is, and the probability of Europapa actually having a second life on the contest! But there's so much more to talk about. What are the possible host cities in Switzerland? What countries are definitely coming back and what may make a surprise appearance? Who has dropped from Junior Eurovision? L...
Jul 02, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We continue our chat about the highs and lows of this year's final. Barbara discusses her own favourites, we review the Big Five, and wonder what's next for the EBU and the festival as it moves (at least geographically) to politically-neutral territory. Whereabouts in Switzerland will it take place? Let us know your thoughts on Instagram, and remember to subscribe and like our show!
May 20, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 16
So much, SO MUCH to talk about, we've had to split this chat into two sessions. What happened in the second semifinal? What about Joost Klein? We talk about our common favourites and some personal ones! Wanna hear more about it? Listen today, subscribe, and remember to follow us on Instagram for more content!
May 17, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Listen to our predictions and thoughts ahead of the semifinal number 2 of Eurovision 2024
May 09, 2024•26 min
Freshly baked for you, we bring you our reactions to the first semifinal, after the rehearsal today. We definitely have some opinions, what are your thoughts? Let us know on Instagram!
May 06, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Who else is excited!? It’s EUROVISION WEEK! The best week of the year and we will not take any other opinions! We bring you most of the interviews we did three weeks ago in Amsterdam with Windows95Man, Silvester Belt, Angelina Mango, Jerry Heil & Alyona Alyona, Aiko and Nebulossa. We’ll be coming back this week with more, but remember to follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more updates and videos from the interviews.
May 05, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Last Saturday, we attended the biggest pre-party yet, Eurovision In Concert, which takes place in Amsterdam every year. We bring you some of the goss and our impressions. We will bring a new episode with the interviews shortly!
Apr 15, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 11
As promised last time, we are returning with a very special episode! Barbara sat down with Laura, who you will surely know as Slavandic on Instagram and YouTube, to chat about all things Eurovision: her favourite acts, the controversies, and predictions for this year. An unmissable episode! Remember to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, give a 5-star review and check out our Instagram account for more content.
Apr 10, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
We have a full house, ladies and gentlemen! The die is cast on the Eurovision contenders and all we need now is to see them perform on the Malmö stage. We review the songs that have been dropping over the past few weeks and their chances of reaching the Saturday final. Listen to find out if we have changed our minds about potential winners with this lot! Our Spotify playlist is now updated with the 37 entries, and remember to follow, subscribe and leave a review!...
Mar 25, 2024•27 min
We come back after 2 weeks to discuss the latest songs that have been released, with a big question: is the winner of Eurovision 2024 in this lot? Does it have a tasty name? Is this, potentially, the biggest marketing campaign for the Balkans (and Italian food!) yet? But Croatia is not the only country that has launched its Eurovision entry. We discuss the highs, the lows and all in between - and the question marks created by two countries that, for different reasons, might not join the competit...
Mar 05, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 8
