Welcome to Douze Points: A Eurovision Podcast for TV addicts and fellow fans of the Eurovision Song Contest, hosted by journalist and superfan Steven Perkins. Liverpool 'Mae' not have been quite the success story the United Kingdom was hoping for, but that hasn't dampened our Euro-spirits! This is your essential podcast for the biggest, boldest Eurovision coverage in the whole gosh darn universe. Every fortnight we’ll be covering all the breaking stories, plus deep dives into Eurovision hist ...
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Eurovision, but not as you know it! Australia's biggest weekly Eurovision podcast, giving you all the dirt, all the drama and all the scathing opinions you love to hear about the Contest we live for!
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Junior Eurovision 2025 Retrospective
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From a bizarre new twist on the voting results to everyone's favourite trend of 2024... AI. The 2024 Junior Eurovision Song Contest, held in Spain, may not have lived up to the lofty heights of last year's contest in France, but it gave us at least enough to talk about for a 12 minute podcast! . If you love Eurovision as much as we do, don't forget…
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I Guess That's Why They Call it the Twos: The UK's Runner-Up History at Eurovision
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In this episode, Stephen deep dives into a Eurovision record nobody particularly wants, but one the United Kingdom has... and it's not the number of 'nil points'! From Cliff Richard to Sam Ryder, the UK is far and away the most successful runner up in Eurovision history, so we take a look at every one, from the lucky breaks to the near-misses, and …
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1993: A Eurovision Like Never Before - Part II
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Eurovision 1993 marked a pivotal moment in the contest's history, being the first to implement a relegation system and featuring an unprecedented number of participants from Eastern Europe. Hosted in the small town of Millstreet, County Cork, it was the smallest ever host city, but managed to pull off the biggest production in Eurovision history. I…
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1993: A Eurovision Like Never Before - Part I
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Eurovision 1993 marked a pivotal moment in the contest's history with the introduction of a pre-qualifying round, a significant change implemented to manage the increasing number of participating countries. In this episode, Steven delves into the details of this unique event, held in the small Irish town of Millstreet, where just seven countries co…
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A History of The Netherlands at Eurovision
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It's been a difficult year for the Netherlands. Following the disqualification of Joost Klein ahead of 2024's Grand Final, in which they were expected to do very well, the country is currently weighing up if it will compete next year at the Song Contest. So in this episode, Stephen takes a closer look at The Netherlands' history at Eurovision. Thou…
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What Makes a Great Eurovision Host City?
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On this week's Douze Points, following the announcement of next year's Eurovision host city, Steven gives us all a 101 on what really makes a great host city for the song contest. PLUS, it's been an interesting week for Eurovision news, including: The first act for 2025 is CONFIRMED Will JoJo Siwa be representing Poland in 2025? Do Iceland have a f…
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The Joost-ice System & Douze Points 2.0
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In the latest episode of Douze Points, Steven Perkins is joined by producer Liam to discuss the future of the show, and how you can be part of it. PLUS, we bring you some breaking news updates, including some huge developments in the Netherlands' Joost Klein case, which was being investigated by police, pending his suspension from the Eurovision Gr…
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Hello Europe (and Australia)... we are back! Ok, it's been a tough season, and the Douze Points team have been doing some quiet reflection on the state of Eurovision and the future of the podcast. More on the latter very soon, but we do have some news regarding the former, including an official statement from the EBU following the 2024 controversie…
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Eurovision 2024 Recap: Switzerland Win, but what is the future of the Song Contest?
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In the final episode of the season, Steven and producer Liam convene one last time for a more considered recap of all the Eurovision drama this year. It's been a bit of a unique year, where most of the talking points seemed to happening off stage, so we address some of this and discuss what the future of Eurovision might look like. Plus, we break d…
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Eurovision 2024: GRAND FINAL IMMEDIATE REACTION
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That's it - another year, another Eurovision, but with a lot of unique controversy and drama, how did it all play out? Who won? Who should have won? And what were the big surprises of the night? Join Steven Perkins and producer Liam for this emergency podcast episode recorded immediately after the Eurovision Grand Final wrapped. If you love Eurovis…
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Eurovision Week 2024: Semi Final 2 Qualifiers and Reaction
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The second semi final has just ended, and the full lineup for Saturday's Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final is now complete. But who qualified? Who missed out? And why are we breaking our own promise not to give Israel any coverage? Listen to all the immediate reaction from Steven and producer Liam right here on Douze Points, and follow the podcas…
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Eurovision Week 2024: Semi Final 1 Winners, Surprises and Reaction
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The first semi-final of Eurovision 2024 has taken place in Malmo, Sweden, and our first 10 Grand Final qualifiers are confirmed, but who are they? Who were the standout performers on the night? And how does this affect our expectations of the final? Join Steven and producer Liam for some immediate reaction and insight following the broadcast, and g…
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Encore: When Ireland Ruled Eurovision
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In this special encore of a previous Douze Points episode, producer Liam introduces Steven's deep dive into Ireland's record-breaking success at the Eurovision Song Contest. Until recently, they held the unique distinction of being the only country to have won the contest seven times. Though they now share that honour with Sweden, following Loreen'…
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Drop the kids at the pool, it's Eurovision 2024!
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Send us a text A lead performer for Eurovision Semi Final 1 was raced into hospital for an embarrassing illness. Will they be able to pull it together for the big show or are they about to drop Douze points? Can you guess who? But in good news we have just invented a new drinking game. It's important to find those rainbows in the grey skies. Relax,…
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Eurovision Week 2024: Schedule of Events and What to Expect
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Eurovision week is finally here, and as the entertainment world descend on Malmo in Sweden, we know it's not always clear what's happening when. But fear not, Steven is here to explain all! If you love Eurovision as much as we do, don't forget to connect with us on social. DM us on Twitter at @Bingewatch_Pod and join our Facebook Page. You can also…
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Bigfoot's lady purse sighted at Eurovision!
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Send us a text Look we have a question to ask. Honestly, once you see it, you can't unsee it. We question some fashion choices as people prepare for the big show. We also look at some tips to avoid Euro fatigue and how to recapture your Euro mojo. Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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Let's just be kind to each other this Eurovision!
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Send us a text This week Liz received some hate mail and in response she just wants to spread some love and asks if we can all just be kind to each other for three minutes. If we can change for three minutes, maybe we can change the world. Respect. Love. Positivity. Hope. Equality. Peace. Support the show #eurovision…
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Feature: Is the Big Five System Fair?
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On the final episode before Eurovision Week 2024, we take a closer look at why the Big Five - France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom - get a free pass to the final, and wonder if that's really fair? If you like this, you might like: The Big Five If you love Eurovision as much as we do, don't forget to connect with us on social. DM us …
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EUROVISION 2024 News. The Producers Musical comes to life!
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Send us a text No spoilers episode. This week we take a look at the new Grand Final rules and the 'controversial' 13 Producers Picks in the running order. Is this going to be a runaway success or a runaway trainwreck? Tell us your thoughts. Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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News: Producer's Choice, Medals Under the Hammer and More Eurovision News!
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It's been a big week, as the latest rule changes to the Eurovision running orders has caused quite a stir, but what is it, and how much will it really change anything? If you like this episode, make sure you check our deep dive on the rules of Eurovision, part 1 and part 2. Plus, it's a Eurovision first, as someone's medal goes to auction. Find out…
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Whose back from the dead this Eurovision?
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Send us a text This episode Petra Mede makes a big announcement, is it the resurrection of Eurovision's greatest musical halftime act? Meanwhile, Estonia reaches out to the other side of the veil and plays a Eurovision winning playing card. Find out what they're playing and more. All episodes streaming now on your favorite service! Support the show…
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Feature: 1974 - Wombles, Scoreboards, and Abba's Iconic Eurovision Win
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To celebrate 50 years since Abba's famous victory in Brighton (incidentally the first UK-hosted Eurovision to be held outside London), Steven Perkins looks back at the 1974 contest. With a famous cameo from the Wombles, and a famous lack of Turkey and computers, it will go down as one of the great Eurovision Song Contests. Mentioned on this episode…
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Denmark kicking up the sand this Eurovision!
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Send us a text In this episode we examine another three songs getting ready to sprinkle their unique touch on the Eurovision 2024 stage. Will it stick or will it be blown away? We know one Lord who's not onboard. We take a look at the public polls and Liz has a private moment in the archive room. File this one under X for X Files! The Douze Points …
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News: Switzerland Take Pole Position as the Race to Eurovision 2024 Heats Up
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We know all of this year's songs, and it seems the Swiss are now gaining momentum, but can anyone stop them? It's still an open field this year, and Sweden is set to be very tough to call, but who is your money on? If you love Eurovision as much as we do, don't forget to connect with us on social. DM us on Twitter at @Bingewatch_Pod and join our Fa…
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The hot flush this Eurovision! Is staying home the new going out?
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Send us a text No spoiler's episode. This week as people keep raving about going to Sweden for Eurovision, we try to cheer up those of us who missed out by examining the downsides of going outside. As we explore some of the worst reviewed pubs in Malmo, we have to ask, what's really better and is staying home the new going out? Support the show #eu…
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Discussion: Eurovision 2024 Semi-Final 2 Early Preview
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Host Steven and Producer Liam get together once again to look ahead to the second semi final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Plus, the running orders for both semi-finals have been revealed, which may give us a far better indication of who the real contenders could be... If you love Eurovision as much as we do, don't forget to connect with …
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Armenia is demanding we watch them this Eurovision and who are we to argue!
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Send us a text Armenia declares "I am a free girl and you will watch me dance." Who are we to argue with this feminist, folk bop! We also take a look at Greece and Albania's entry whilst the Eurovision execs drop the most unshocking news ever. Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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ABBA-LOO Why it took ABBA two goes to defeat Eurovision!
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Send us a text This week in another no 2024 spoiler's episode we take a look at the ABBA exhibition in Sweden, and we learn some crazy facts about History's favorite musical defeat! We learn some unexpected song titles, discover some lost footage and find out just how many times ABBA had to try to taste victory at Eurovision! Douze Points Podcast 1…
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Discussion: Eurovision 2024 Semi-Final 1 Early Preview
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In the first of two special preview episodes, Steven and Producer Liam get together to discuss the contenders, the underdogs, and the also-rans of Semi Final 1. It's a strong field featuring Croatia, Ukraine, Finland... and Ireland, and with only ten qualifying spots up for grabs, it could be a feisty one! Who do you think will make it through? If …
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Malmo attempts an Eco-Friendly Eurovision! NO SPOILERS EPISODE!
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Send us a text NO 2024 SPOILERS CONTAINED IN EPISODE! This week we look at the ways Malmo is attempting to reshape the future of festivals. Can you be entertaining and eco friendly? Sweden sure thinks so and we are onboard! We also gasp at some shocking truth about glitter and ask is there an eco way to keep the shine? You'll just have to listen to…
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News: Armenia and Azerbaijan Complete the 2024 Eurovision Lineup
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Well that's it - our full roster of Eurovision songs is now complete, and the road to Malmo is well and truly underway! Steven Perkins has you covered with all the breaking news and reaction from this year's contest, so follow Douze Points for the only guide to Eurovision you need. Mentioned in this episode: Sarah Bonnici - Loop (Malta, 2024) Angel…
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News: Major Voting Rule Changes for Eurovision 2024 Announced by Sweden
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Sweden, Australia, and Israel are among the latest countries to announce their Eurovision acts this year, but the biggest news of the week are the rule changes which will come into effect this year. Steve Perkins has all the updates. Listen now! Mentioned in this episode: Sertab - Everyway That I Can (Turkey, 2003) Electric Fields - One Milkali (On…
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No spoilers, Just the big Eurovision news mama!
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Send us a text This week our minds are blown by some HUGE out of the box announcements from Eurovision and huge changes for voting and competing for Eurovision 2024. This episode contains no spoilers, or information about the individual songs or performers. (Except Olly, we mention Olly's coming, with a flag.) 100% Australian. 50% Serious. 1001% Eu…
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Send us a text In this week's episode we compare twin power ballads and balaclavas and ask is it ever okay for twins to dress the same? Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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Hera Bjork, there a Bjork, everywhere a Bjork, Bjork this Eurovision!
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Send us a text We lay it down for Iceland, there better be a Hera Bjork there a Bjork on the Eurovision 2024 stage or we will riot! Cyprus calls out some big old liars with pants on fire. And Australia sings the fields electric! Our show is 100% Australian, 50% serious and 1000% EUROVISION! New episode streaming now. Support the show #eurovision…
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Is the Day Walker about to make his debut at Eurovision?
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Send us a text In this weeks episode we ask if every rave's number one guest 'Blade ' is set to debut at Eurovision and we couldn't be happier! Liz falls down a Billie Elish inspired rabbit hole and we send a whole lot of love to Wong Foo! Find out all the latest Eurovision news, gossip and random observations. 100% Australian, 50% serious! Support…
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News: The Eurovision Field Takes Shape as More Countries Confirm Entries
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In the last week, seven more countries have revealed their Eurovision songs - Netherlands, Cyprus, Switzerland, Austria, Iceland, Serbia, and of course the UK, but we cover this one in a special bonus episode just below this one in your feed. Steven breaks down each entry and explains why Switzerland are going off-piste, and why Greece reported Cyp…
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Recap: The UK's Olly Alexander Releases His Eurovision 2024 Song
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Years and Years front man Olly Alexander made headlines last year when he announced he will represent the UK at Eurovision 2024 in Malmo. Expectations only grew when a short teaser of his song Dizzy was shared on social media. Well the wait is over. Join Steven Perkins and producer Liam for this special bonus episode as they discuss the UK's chance…
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Is Germany about to dad dance its way to victory at Eurovision?
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Send us a text Join us this episode as Liz mistakes a performers age by about two decades and Poland forgets to bring home the butter for Eurovision 2024. We also take a look at the Moldovan entry and ask where the folk? Will Liz's voice hold out this episode? Only one way to find out! Support the show #eurovision…
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Croatia is serving the hottest lasagna this Eurovision!
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Send us a text Move over Italy, Croatia is serving the baked cheese this Eurovision with a song ready to cha cha cha it's way right into our ears this Eurovision. San Marino announces its artist and Liz is still talking about that time Flo Rida showed up at the party. Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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Are Croatia About to Unleash Eurovision Carnage?
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As things really start to heat up for Malmo's Eurovision Song Contest, both San Marino and Croatia announce their Eurovision acts, and we could have an all-time classic on our hands! Mentioned in this episode: Zoé Clauzure - Coeur (France, Junior Eurovision 2023) Sandra Valero - Loviu (Spain, Junior Eurovision 2023) María Isabel - Antes muerta que …
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Send us a text Liz crawls out from under the bedsheets to discuss, which country has just announced they are not announcing anything yet about Eurovision 2024! And we discuss if one about to be the most popular number at Eurovision this year? Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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Make Germany Great at Eurovision Again... Or Not
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It's been a busy week for Eurovision acts, as no less than seven countries confirmed who would be representing them in Malmo this May. Steven Perkins has you covered with all the news and reaction, from Germany's spin-off series to Moldova's bops. Songs mentioned in this episode: Ryk - Oh Boy (Germany) Marie Reim - Naiv (Germany) Max Mutzke - Forev…
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Send us a text These national finals selection is heaping shock wins upon shock defeats upon what the hell was the country thinking. Join us as we try to mark ourselves as safe from a Latvian Super Villian. We send our condescended for an Italian grandmother. And take a moment to sing a love song to the capybara. Support the show #eurovision…
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Eurovision 2024 Hosts, Semi-Finals Revealed PLUS Italy & Others Confirm Their Acts
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As Eurovision 2024 truly gets underway, we are getting inundated with news. In the past week, our hosts for Malmo have been announced, the semi-final lineups have been revealed, and more entries including potential contender Italy have announced their act. Songs Mentioned in this episode: Olly Alexander - ‘Dizzy’ (United Kingdom, 20-second clip) wi…
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The Hosts of Eurovision 2024 are announced!
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Send us a text The Hosts of Eurovision 2024 are announced! And the IMDB ratings are in and they aren't looking real good. Luckily a Eurovision icon will also be there to lead the way. Check out our emergency news second episode of the week! Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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Benidorm banging down the doors of Eurovision!
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Send us a text So many highs and lows this week. Shock veteran Eurovision powerhouses get denied another shot at Eurovision and one performer proves that if you just keep coming back you might just get that shot at Eurovision glory! Meanwhile, Spain blows off the barn doors again as it releases its killer new track to Sugar Mommies everywhere! Supp…
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News: Ukraine Confirm Eurovision 2024 Entry After Voting Shambles
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In the last week, four more countries confirmed their entries for Eurovision 2024, but who will be flying the flag for Malta, Spain, Norway and Ukraine? Ukraine's track record in Eurovision has been very impressive, including their most recent win in 2022. However, Steven has his eye on another potential contender this year. But who? If you love Eu…
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Send us a text This week we ask is Ireland about to bake another Turkey? Find out which Eurovision icon doesn't think so as we count down the days until Eurovision 2024! Support the show #eurovisionAv Douze Points Podcast
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News: Austria, Iceland and Ireland Announce Eurovision 2024 Entries
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Bonjour, Ciao, Hello, and Bienvenu! Douze Points is back for 2024 and we will be your ultimate companion as the Eurovision Song Contest makes its way to Malmo in May. On this news update, Steven runs through the recently announced entries for Austria, Iceland, and one of Ireland's most surprising acts ever. Listen and find out more. If you love Eur…
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