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A (or possibly the) Eurovision lockdown podcast! Follow along with the performances discussed - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoXpV27JmqCYgCik5stvnPg/playlists

Eurovision in Isolation


    • May 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 44 EPISODES


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    Episode 41: 2025 - Four Puffs and a Non-Asthmatic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 51:04


    Three disclaimers for this episode delving into Eurovision 2025. 1) It was recorded before the semi-finals. 2) We recorded another episode that got lost because Phil got a new job. 3) There is a lot of swearing but you can blame Malta for that. Follow the performances we discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxueZjrw6rIQ_r9tbmjrxusL

    Episode 40: Christmas Special 2024 - UK Pápai Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 40:26


    In this year's Christmas special, the gang unwrap five UK acts who entered the national finals in vain - featuring banjos, Brexit and more sound issues on stage than on the actual podcast! Plus, stick around for Alex's festively moving musical tribute to Jordan Clarke. Follow along with the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxt5HaG6e_gcPe0LKCSIxQZc

    Episode 39: 2024 Part 2 - Your Opinion Means Nothing To Me

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 41:06


    What's that coming over the hill, is it Joci Pápai vibes? In a rare morning recording, the gang slurs their way through five more Eurovision contenders ahead of the Grand Final/Simon's stag do. Will they finally agree on their top song? Do the Amish watch Eurovision? Will Phil successfully pronounce some Estonian? Tune in to find out. Follow the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvlYE2nzIripdXQjAl16i9N

    Episode 38: 2024 Part 1 - This Song Made Me Uncomfortable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 44:30


    The gang is back aboard the speedboat of musical travel to witness the sights, sounds and smells of Eurovision 2024. This week, Ireland rolls the dice, Australia phones it in, and Austria will rave - whether Simon the Character likes it or not. Follow the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsA8aYfIWfyok2naFtQE2jv

    Episode 37: Christmas Special 2023 - I Cannot Avoid the Penguin Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 44:09


    There's no business like snow business! The gang casts their fishing rods of Eurovision back over 5 ice-themed entries from competitions past in this brrr-illiant Christmas special. Will Russia get another frosty reception? Is Phil on thin ice with his views on panettone? And what is Simon doing under the desk? Get your skates on and find out! Follow the festive performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvh29g2NLbEOCC8bb7KrzAD

    Episode 36: 2023 Part 2 & Suckle At That Gravy Train

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 52:02


    The gang takes one last lap of the contenders before this year's Eurovision and/or the podcast's cancellation, whichever happens first. Featuring a returning Swedish champion, a Belgian matador Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, and the Moldovan reincarnation of Joci Pápai vibes. Plus, can AI write a Eurovision song? Tune in to find out! (It can.) Follow the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvF16IDb1nIfm8np8kw18Lo

    Episode 35: 2023 Part 1 & The Great French Philibuster

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2023 45:32


    With weeks to go until Eurovision 2023, the gang boards the speedboat of musical travel and runs down the hopefuls and hopeless for this year's Eurovision - including a Norwegian sea shanty, a Finnish human centipede and something very French and interesting. So bust open the fenêtre and pour yourself a piña colada, you're probably going to need it. Follow the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuIIsuhw3veBpz8h3he6PXU

    Episode 34: UK Number Twos & Simon's Bedtime

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2023 45:07


    The speedboat of music travel (are we still doing that?) is back in action for our first podcast of the 2023 season, and this week we're looking at how we got here: by coming second. So if you like Sam Ryder, you'll love... the part of the episode where we talk about him. Plus, Phil reveals his top 3 sausage rolls, Simon goes to bed, and a man from the 1950s violates a bird. It's good to be back! Follow along with the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvFinhhRwJUaxpLX3H2B_TB

    Episode 33: 2022 Part 2 and Ask Simon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 46:56


    Quick disclaimer: last night's semi-final has reduced this episode's relevance by 20%, though Dan's return balances it out with a 20% increase in hostility. The Gang also pilots a brand new spin-off format, while Simon attempts a cheery rebrand. What could possibly go wrong? Follow along with the performances: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mYBiIO0pfY&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxtEYH2_trS3QEojJ1FMnspE

    Episode 32: 2022 Part 1 and It's Good to be Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 44:54


    Phil introduces a new catchphrase in the first of a two-part foray into Eurovision 2022, featuring consumer complaints, sponsorship ideas and Easter recipes. Plus some discussion of the Eurovision Song Contest. Follow the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsUuhT6rG5CqN7fFWBRiHzA

    Episode 31: Christmas Special 2021 and Junior Eurovision (RIP)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 51:39


    In what is fast becoming a Christmas tradition, the gang celebrates the festive lockdown with discussion of this weekend's Junior Eurovision, Christmas coke and dead celebs. Stay tuned for bonus appearances from returning guest Harry and podcast newcomer Steven. Look! Annoy your family by following along with the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuhqH-SiAfbsKe7pKNcQkNi

    Episode 30: Talking Points 2021 and Flo Rida or No Rida?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 45:35


    With mere days until Eurovision 2021, the gang breaks down 5 controversial entries going into this year's contest. Will Flo Rida turn up? Is devil worship a vote winner? Does Alex know what a video game is? And don't forget to follow us for the final when Phil will be live/drunk tweeting! Watch the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxv1_O-vHc-tAf1R9r3xthck

    Episode 29: Favourites 2021 and A Nice Soft Little Number

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 48:26


    The Gang return to discuss the bookies' favourites for Eurovision 2021, featuring the Bulgarian Rory Gilmore, Daði Freyr's triumphant return and a brief discussion of digestive health. Plus, is Phil turning into Alan Partridge? Let us know, please! Seriously though do give us a call. Follow along with the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxs3fSm8oLH54ioZwhLWSya1

    Episode 28: Hero Nations 2021 and My Chemical Romans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 35:37


    The Gang consider their home nations' entries for Eurovision 2021, featuring the Italian Linkin Park, an Irish Katy Perry and a Swiss car crash. Plus, stay tuned for our new section where Phil lists all the Spy Kids movies. Enjoy! Watch the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsDeXlGu2Gxs8Q1lcWeLIbz

    Episode 27: Melodi Grand Prix 2021 and the Blowing Mafia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 46:00


    The Gang discuss the Norwegian selection show and try to name Flo Rida songs. A couple of disclaimers: Phil says Norway's 1995 entry Nocturne was 1996, and Simon claims to be in the top 15% in the world for Age of Empires 2 online. He has since dropped down the rankings, but his position in the top 15% of Eurovision in Isolation panelists remains secure.

    Episode 26: Eurovision en Isolement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 40:28


    The gang kicks off the 2021 Eurovision season with a look at the French selection show, featuring an oily couple, a dancing donkey and a giant-handed Scottish robot who may or may not drive a van. Plus, everyone pretends to be shamefully bad at French (and you can't prove otherwise). Bon appétit!

    Episode 25.5: Outtakes and Bombay Mix

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 5:27


    What better way to say goodbye to 2020 than with a bundle of errors? Here are 5 minutes of outtakes from our Christmas special, featuring a selection box of exciting new games: What is Simon's favourite Christmas film? Where did Phil go? And why can't Alex speak?

    Episode 25: Christmas Special and Pop the Buck's Fizz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 40:05


    The Gang says Harry Christmas with a festive special, dissecting 5 holiday hits and misses (usually the latter) from former Eurovision contestants! Featuring the Icelandic Frog Chorus, the Danish Olsen Twins and a brand new track from the Eurovision In Isolation singers... do we hear the tinkling of a Christmas Number 1?

    Episode 24: Best of the Rest Bracket Grand Final and Bad Romansh

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 59:19


    The Gang takes one last ride in the speedboat of musical travel to determine the single greatest Eurovision song of the modern era (that didn't win/feature on a previous podcast etc). Plus, we pitch ideas for our next podcast venture. Let us know which biscuits you'd like us to test for structural integrity and we'll see you in series 2! Follow the final performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuRtvo3zeV8iUZxsZR2acg9

    Episode 23: Best of the Rest Bracket 4 and Take Your Brolly With You

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 58:37


    The Gang debates whether yodelling is Romanian in quarter four of the bracket, featuring the Bosnian Ali G, the Norwegian Stifler and the Danish Simon. Plus, we leave this week's Barbara Dex winner on an exciting cliffhanger which was definitely deliberate and not because we forgot. Follow along with the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvwkiHZJ5bP0dfcCMO0OTbf

    Episode 22: Best of the Rest Bracket 3 and Vaginas or Backwards Blazers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 66:35


    The Gang are dealt a cruel hand by quarter three of the bracket, fielding efforts from the Slovakian Forestry Commission, the Hungarian DragonForce and a Macedonian car crash. Plus, Phil teases a brand new gameshow called 'Bollocks or Vagina.' Follow along with the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvWyNSEbLZKdlTOs4SGvAyU

    Episode 21: Best of the Rest Bracket 2 and Raisiny Integrity

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 52:49


    Drama, controversy and conflict abound in quarter two of the bracket, which pits a wobbly UK against a Czech iPod advert; a warbling Albanian against a Moldovan Avril Lavigne; and a Dirty Dancing Switzerland against a spontaneously weeping Estonian. Plus, Simon has a breakdown! Again. Watch the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxumRpzvIj_Wv5l3wWmBxoPX

    Episode 20: Best of the Rest Bracket 1 and I Think That's Bum Simon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 55:38


    The Gang returns with the first quarter of the Best of the Rest Bracket! Featuring the Georgian Evanescence, Latvian cake fiends and Croatia's biggest homophobe. Plus, age gaps and trousers and wolves, oh my! Follow all 12 performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvGO2wk3jGp6M7CqiiIWUHm

    Best of the Rest Bracket: the Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 0:33


    The Gang are deep into preparation for the Eurovision in Isolation: Best of the Rest Bracket, which means you get a few weeks' break from us unless you're desperate to hear the trailer from episode 19 again.

    Episode 19: 2014 and the Maltese Shit Shovellers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 50:59


    The Gang lands in Copenhagen 2014 where they're met by some representatives from Poland's dairy industry, the Maltese Boney M and Mini from the future! Plus, stick around for an exciting and annoying announcement... Follow along with the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvJXeEA2QKSTOIu0cK02_ta

    Episode 18: Moldovan Special and the Piratey Bum Grabs of Yore

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 42:49


    This week the Gang are bowled over by Moldova (and Belgium) in a special episode dedicated to the meme-creation nation! Featuring an epic sax guy, a contentious backflip and an enticing new 3-CD set. Watch the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHAY_OVN_gY&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvHe7s8MlI-Uz_R7JJ4cUkc

    Episode 17.5: Bonus Bits and Froggy Funerals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 20:22


    The speedboat of musical travel is in the shop this week so the Gang look back on some moments literally too rubbish to include over the last 17 episodes. Enjoy!

    Episode 17: 2019 and the Instagram Generation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 55:03


    The Gang dare to dream of Eurovision 2019 hosted in Tel Aviv, featuring the gravity-defying antics of a Kate Bush Baby, the vocal stylings of the Icelandic Davros and more Joci Pápai vibes than you can shake a Vertigo pole at. Follow the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWXuohnM14U&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuHfiaLwS6BPdUl_-SEwoLq

    Episode 16: 2004 and the Death of Patriotism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 45:28


    The Gang board their speedboat of musical travel once again to revisit the Eurovision Song Contest 2004 in Istanbul, featuring the triumphant return of Stefan Raab, Sakis Rouvas and the Piratey Bum Grab. Watch the performances we discuss here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxtsZx3C_pHBtiNABpTTTv0C

    Episode 15: Winners Special and the Nameless

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 44:00


    This week the Gang investigates some of the other attempts made by Eurovision winners over the years, including a hungover Alanis Morissette, the Greek Jemini and the return of Katrina and the Dads. Follow the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsWLPbhRO-_MA79IN-z4ben

    Episode 14: 2015 and Big Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 43:38


    It means nothing to Midge Ure but Vienna plays host to Eurovision 2015, featuring an Australian debut (and his hat), a German Bond singer (and her earring) and a Macedonian screwup (and his face). Watch the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxs2ssyk63AaZC8-EeD4OIpf

    Episode 13: 2009 and a Michael Jackson Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 46:04


    The Gang ease on down the road to Eurovision 2009 in Moscow, featuring an Albanian disco gimp, Switzerland's most popular soft rock act and the triumphant return of the Guess the Age game. Follow along with the relevant performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxt0qhJ3dkDgjS5Zhj611f6j

    Episode 12: Melodi Grand Prix 2018 and Sorry Mum

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 45:36


    The Gang take another Eurovision sabbatical to check out Melodi Grand Prix 2018, Norway's national selection show. Featuring the Norwegian Ed Sheeran, monochrome Adele and colourblind Mr Blobby. Follow along with the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsE2hSgYd68XvmdsRqNl3al

    Episode 11: 2011 and Diddly Ting Ting Ting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 38:42


    The Gang muddle their way through the 2011 Song Contest at Düsseldorf, featuring the Danish Scouting for Girls, Estonian musical theatre and a Belarusian essay crisis. Watch the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxurAWc7jI3TwNV7bdMg1Mqb

    Episode 10: 2016 and Light Up Shin Pads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 40:48


    The Gang discuss the famous 2016 contest from Stockholm, as Sweden put on quite the show. Including the Cypriot Spinal Tap, an annoyingly good looking Frenchman and a sparkly guy from Israel. Follow the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxutUlbgxUlZ98za8tQnXxvZ

    Episode 9: 2003 and the Suez Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 41:02


    Can you believe it is episode 9 already? Phil and the boys are back with the rundown of the ridiculous to the ridiculous of 2003. We pour over the wreckage of Jemini, and dissect Austria, The Netherlands, Romania and Belgium for good measure as well. Watch along with the videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuoR_tkRHkGyiEjiafIdTYA

    Episode 8: 2020 and Meghan Trainor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 39:17


    This week the Gang discuss the 2020 Eurovision noncontest, by looking at 5 of the songs that would have competed. You can see the songs discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvsgXSJ_h9EMzeW8h3zUwLB

    Episode 7: Melodifestivalen 2017 and a Mild Child

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 40:37


    The Gang take a break from discussing Eurovision by focusing on the 2017 Melodifestivalen, Sweden's national song contest, the winner of which goes on to represent Sweden at Eurovision. Covering Joiking, Queen Loreen and gap years. You can see the performances we're talking about here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSydmoHzb3M&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxtag6fZmLa52-5d1PHflMMF

    Episode 6: 2013 Live from Mordor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 40:46


    The Gang discuss the 2013 song contest, including an operatic dubstep vampire, an indecent proposal and Eurovision in Middle Earth. Follow along with the performances we discuss here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlBXOveVh7c&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuFiw3iwwxmRDKRHrsjQHeQ

    Episode 5: 1998 and Bond Themes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 41:52


    This Week the gang discuss the 1998 Contest, hosted in Birmingham, where a surprisingly sprightly Guildo Horn takes centre stage You can see the performances discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0AQI_Nt1X4&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxvH5-cFZXMTWCbXUG5nXc5X

    Episode 4: 2006 and Clive from Accounts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 31:30


    The gang discuss the 2006 Eurovision song contest hosted in Athens, including the Lithuanian Beastie Boys and songs that sound like Chico. Find the performances discussed right here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JHnre0q3ow&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxtvveFCg8PEATGZ43d2lPtk

    Episode 3: 2017 and Fingerguns

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 38:49


    This week the gang discuss the 2017 Eurovision hosted in Kiev, including for one time only a UK entry and finally some true Joci Pápai vibes. Follow the relevant performances here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_HSRHqd_7s&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsyfUy37sXwkGwQN1Mpo_Wd

    Episode 2: 2000 and Quite High

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 36:58


    Set your mind back 20 years as the gang take you through five forgotten 'gems' from the 2000 Eurovision Song Contest in Stockholm! Watch the performances discussed on the YouTube playlist - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uNfhj66GOo&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxsUzE6_X-ucEeZKL8G39n6n

    Episode 1: 2008 and Joci Pápai vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 56:10


    The Gang discuss songs from the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest. Follow along with the performances here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OGVL_9P5fw&list=PLi_PXCB9XDxuZ-OY3Y5rSkb-YQLwSncTa

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