Podcasts about eurovision

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After a craft attack from Rabs - Billy starts us off with the All Sports Report, which he describes as a 'scrappy wrappy'. But it's always a good wrappy when we get a story about Darts sensation Luke Littler. Channel 7 Chief Footy Reporter Mitch Cleary is in studio with updates on Carlton's coaching search, plus a sneak peek at the AFL Fixture beyond round 16. Kieren and Albie battle it out in the Hump Day Quiz, then Charlie Comben and Darcy Cameron are in studio to talk about their 200 Plus podcast, and Charlie has an epic story about Billy not knowing a Kangas teammate. Billy has an update from Eurovision, Bec Daniher is in studio to talk Big Freeze 12, then Billy finishes the show with a joke about vegetables.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dale, Liv and Craig in Vienna review the results from semi-final 1.

Ledarredaktionen sammanfattar veckan. Vad ska man  tänka om bojkottkraven mot Israel i Eurovision? Jobbar Timbro för vänsterseger? Och varför gör medierna politiken dummare för unga? Peter Wennblad, Paulina Neuding och Jesper Sandström står för åsikterna, Andreas Ericson för frågorna.

Lebanon says 8 killed in attack on road south of Beirut. Israel advances to Saturday's Eurovision final. NYT :Iran maintains 70% of missile stockpile.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

United Kingdom correspondent Grace Thomas spoke to Lisa Owen about how British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has managed to hang on for another day and how Te Ariki-nui Kuini Nga Wai hono i te po, the Maori Queen, has met Prince William at Windsor Castle during her trip to the United Kingdom. She also spoke about how the Eurovision semi-finals have kicked off in Vienna, despite controversy over Israel's participation.

It’s that time of year again when sequins, smoke machines and yelling “douze points!” at your TV somehow counts as a sport. Eurovision is officially back. In 2026 we are heading to Vienna, Austria and yes Australia is back in the mix. This year Delta Goodrem is flying the flag, set to perform in Semi Final 2 tomorrow.

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The heart of the 2026 Eurovision song contest has begun in Vienna, with the first semi-final now in the books, and all eyes turning to the second semi-final, in which Australian Delta Goodrem will compete.

Aujourd'hui, Charles Consigny, avocat, Laura Warton Martinez, sophrologue, et Mourad Boudjellal, éditeur de BD, débattent de l'actualité autour d'Alain Marschall et Olivier Truchot.

What started in 1956 as a modest experiment in unity has evolved into one of the world's most watched live music events. The Eurovision Song Contest was born under the umbrella of the European Broadcasting Union, inspired by Italy's Sanremo Festival, with a simple mission: bring countries together through music after the scars of World War II. Just seven nations took part in that first edition. Today, it's a cultural phenomenon spanning continents, drawing hundreds of millions of viewers.In its early years, Eurovision followed strict rules. Each country submitted one original song, performed live with an orchestra, and juries decided the winner behind closed doors. There was no public vote, no spectacle—just music and a touch of diplomacy. But as the decades passed, the contest adapted. By the late 1990s, televoting entered the scene, giving audiences a direct voice. Today, the results are split between professional juries and public voting, creating a dynamic and sometimes unpredictable outcome.One of the most controversial moments came in 1969, when four countries; Spain, the United Kingdom, France, and the Netherlands—ended in a historic tie. With no tie-breaking rules in place, all four were declared winners. The fallout led to rule changes that still shape the contest today.Beyond the glitter and eccentric performances, Eurovision has developed an undeniable political undercurrent. Neighborly voting patterns, geopolitical tensions, and cultural alliances often influence results, whether openly acknowledged or not. Yet, this complexity is part of its intrigue it reflects Europe as it is, not just as it sings.And then there's the legacy. Eurovision has launched global icons. ABBA's victory in 1974 catapulted them to worldwide fame. Céline Dion's win for Switzerland in 1988 marked the beginning of an extraordinary international career. Even artists who didn't win, like Olivia Newton-John, found their moment on this stage.From black-and-white broadcasts to dazzling LED productions, Eurovision remains a mirror of its time, equal parts music, spectacle, and subtle strategy. Love it or question it, you can't ignore it.

Starmer meets Wes Streeting in Downing Street, as his leadership is still in the balance. Crime & Justice reforms coming in King's speech, and Eurovision turmoil as Israeli entry gets booed.

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Ritorna questa settimana l'Eurovision Song Contest, ospitata in una Vienna blindata per le possibili proteste contro l'inclusione di Israele tra i partecipanti.

Denmark's had a rough Eurovision track record in recent years, but is looking to continue a bounce back that began last year. How did the country that has struggled to qualify for the Eurovision final, suddenly become one of the favorites to win Eurovision 2026? It's thanks to one song: “Før vi går hjem.”In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek Hartman and Brooke Black sit down with Danish musician, producer, and songwriter Clara Sofie Fabricius, one of the co-writers behind Denmark's Eurovision entry “Før vi går hjem,” performed by Søren Torpegaard Lund.Clara Sofie shares the incredible behind-the-scenes story of how the song came together during a songwriting camp that included an untimely injury, wine hangover, general exhaustion, and somehow resulted in Denmark's biggest Eurovision hype in years. Oh and the heavy lifting of the song came to be in less than an hour. You have to hear this story to believe it.They also discuss:Why Denmark struggled at Eurovision after 2013How Dansk Melodi Grand Prix worksThe process of writing a Eurovision songWhy “Før vi går hjem” connected with fans across EuropeThe meaning behind the lyrics and stagingWhether Eurovision is finally becoming “cool” againWhy Eurovision matters so much in DenmarkWhether you're a longtime Eurovision fan or completely new to the contest, this episode explains why Eurovision is such a huge cultural event in Denmark — and why this year felt different.Listen to “Før vi går hjem”: https://youtu.be/dz6P3YTNG0M?si=Pgb8nhw2Bqj_3gy9Clara Sofie (guest):Spotify profile: LINKSongs I wrote: LINKSongs I wrote and produced: LINKInstagram: LINKFacebook: LINKLinkedIn: LINK Derek Hartman:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derekhartmandkYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrottingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrottingBrooke Black:https://instagram.com/brookeblackjusthttps://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjustTopics: Eurovision Song Contest 2026, Eurovision, Denmark in Eurovision, Danish Musicians

Dale, Liv and Craig give their predictions of who will qualify from semi-final 1. Who is definitely through, who is out and who is on the cusp? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/aussievision

IDF intercepts drone launched east of Eilat. In north, failed Hezbollah attempt to fire missile at Israeli Air Force aircraft. Israel's Noam Bettan to perform Tuesday night in Eurovision first semifinalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cuộc thi Eurovision Song Contest đã trở lại và đài SBS đang ráo riết chuẩn bị, trang hoàng bằng kim tuyến và lấp lánh, để sẵn sàng cho buổi phát sóng. Đại diện của Úc, ca sĩ Delta Goodrem, đã sẵn sàng bước lên sân khấu Eurovision, với bài hát Eclipse của mình.

The Eurovision song contest is taking place this week in Vienna. Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Iceland are boycotting the event over Israel's continued participation. Rachael discussed the lie of the land in Austria with Mathew Joyce, Eurovision expert who works for the Business Post, who is in Vienna.

Tonight is the 70th anniversary of Eurovision in Vienna. It's the first of the two semi-finals, with the final on Saturday. However, 5 countries are boycotting it because of Israel's continued participation, including Ireland. RTÉ will not air it and instead will show the ‘My Lovely Horse' episode of Father Ted. The creator of the sitcom, Graham Linehan, isn't happy and says using his show is a tool of “antisemitic harassment”...To discuss further, Seán is joined by Eurovision fan, Newstalk's Henry McKean.Image: Channel 4

I veckans podd har vi sett glimtar från repen av årets Eurovision song contest.Vi har överraskat Sofia Wistam på hennes 60-års dag.Tobias tar till vattenfasta för att bygga upp nya stamceller.Gabriel börjar planera för framtiden och ålderdomen.Till sist ger vi varandra tre artistnamn.Nu kör vi!kontakt: hello@poddagency.comI säng med Tobias & Gabriel produceras av Poddagency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auch in diesem Jahr haben Caro und Miguel wieder einige ESC-Tabs offen: Caro befasst sich mit einem seltsamen Hybrid-Vogel auf der Eurovision-Bühne. Miguel findet unter den Null-Punkte-Songs beim ESC eine ganz besondere Nummer aus Österreich.Für die perfekte ESC-Einstimmung: „Das ESC-Update“ https://www.ardsounds.de/sendung/esc-update/urn:ard:show:39445a908a5ba691/ Hier kommt ihr zur Doku „70 Jahre ESC – More than Music”:https://www.ardmediathek.de/film/sendereihenseite-ard/Y3JpZDovL3N3ci5kZS9zZGIvc3RJZC8xODgw und hier zu den Halbfinal-Shows mit Caro und Miguel: https://www.ardmediathek.de/tv-programm/69cbfe0b24c5b3aeff952170 Auch zu tief im Netz gegraben? Schickt uns eure rabbit holes und offenen Tabs an toomanytabs@ndr.de.(00:00:00) Intro(00:15:37) dustin the turkey(00:37:17) lisa mona lisa

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This morning, the Hemsworth twins enter their depo baby era. Plus, Keli Holiday has been booted out of the US mid-tour and nobody knows exactly why, and the Kyle and Jackie O replacement saga has a very interesting new twist. ☕ Chris Hemsworth's twins make their acting debut in mum Elsa Pataky's new show ☕ Keli Holiday is denied re-entry into the US mid-tour ☕ Dubai broadcaster Kris Fade confirms talks with ARN to replace Kyle Sandilands ☕ A sneak peek at Delta's Eurovision performance ☕ We sit down with Westlife ahead of their 25th anniversary Australian tour THE END BITS Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Find our new Bridgerton podcast in the Watch Party feed on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kirsty Blake Knox, Features Journalist with Irish Independent, discusses this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

The Eurovision Song Contest is back for another year and SBS is putting on its heels, dousing itself with sequins and glitter in anticipation of the broadcast. Australia's entry, Delta Goodrem, is ready to take to the Eurovision stage with her song Eclipse.

Akylas Mytilinaios, professionally known as Akylas, is the young singer-songwriter who will represent Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with the song “Ferto”, a track that blends a contemporary sound with personal experiences and social messages

Coming to you from the Eurovision Media Centre in Vienna's Stadthalle to bring you our impressions about the first semi final press rehearsal.Stay tuned on our socials for more content and impressions from our fellow specialised media!

This week we're covering a long-time topic request for the contest that made ABBA and Celine Dion famous: The Eurovision Song Contest. Also, Tim recovers from a stomach bug, the latest in deciphering cat's brains, and a critique of the financial dynamics surrounding the Howard Stern Show's "Whack Pack."For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon!Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craig and Dale review the rehearsal clips and images from semi-final 2. Who rose, who fell? We go through all countries including the big 4 nations.

Liv and Dale review the rehearsal clips and images from semi-final 1. Who rose, who fell? We go through all countries including the big 4 nations.

Our first live episode of Eurovision week in Vienna is here as we bring you all the best moments from this year's Opening Ceremony in Vienna.Listen for our interviews with last year's winner, JJ, Delta Goodrem, Sal da Vinci, Monroe, Delta Goodrem and so many more, and we reunited with LOOK MUM NO COMPUETER to learn more about how his rehearsals have been going on the Vienna Stadthalle stage.Don't forget you can attend our live podcast in the Eurofan House (Wien Museum) at 11am on Tuesday 12th May when we'll be chatting to UK & Swiss Heads of Delegation, Andrew Cartmell and Yves Schifferle - entry is completely free! This year we're delighted to be teaming up with the Europarty app to help you bring even more enjoyment to this year's Eurovision season.Click this link to sign up to The Euro Trip + on Patreon for just £4.99 a month.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JOY’s in Vienna, and it’s perfect timing too! With the Second Semi on its way, it’s time to finish previewing it. Michael and Bryan share their thoughts live from Vienna. You may think they’re in a bad hotel bathroom, but echoey surfaces are just the Viennese way. Don’t worry – we’ll find a better cocoon for the Grand Final preview. You can enjoy the second Semi Final live on SBS and On Demand on Friday 15 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm (AEST). In this episode: Plan the exit strategy if Delta doesn’t qualify Hope that language isn’t a curse for some Wonder how much money Malta has Get involved  Listen to this year’s entries on your preferred platform Follow JOYEurovision across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Bluesky and X at linktr.ee/joy_eurovision Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Make your vote count via the poll (and be in the chance to win something special) – closes 15 May Playlist Cyprus: Antigoni – JALLA Latvia: Atvara – Ēnā [In the shade] Denmark: Søren Torpegaard Lund – Før Vi Går Hjem [Before We Go Home] Australia: Delta Goodrem – Eclipse Ukraine: LELÉKA – Ridnym [Relatives] Albania: Alis – Nân [Mother] Malta: AIDAN – Bella Norway: JONAS LOVV – YA YA YA The post Previewing the second half of Eurovision 2026 Semi Final 2 appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

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You've been added to the group chat. Each week we invite our celebrity guests into the group chat and ask them your questions. Anything goes in the group chat!  This week Delta Goodrem, the Australian pop icon you know and love from Innocent Eyes, Neighbours, and soon to be representing Australia at Eurovision, joins the group chat! She gets honest about the song she sometimes never wants to sing again (but why she always falls back in love with it) and reveals who her biggest Eurovision rival is. Oh, and she agrees to perform at a fan's wedding.

The plants have brought Eva Marija to Vienna, via Luxembourg, and we’re pleased to see some nature blossoming on the Eurovision stage. Michael dives into language, studying and Slovenian mayoral grandfathers with Eva Marija, as they chat about family and connection. In this episode: Learn what sort of plant Eva Marija would be Discover the pitfalls of the Luxembourgish education system Wonder about the importance of human connection and authenticity in front of the cameras You can see Eva Marija perform Mother Nature (and throw her some votes) during Semi Final 2, live on SBS and On Demand on Friday 15 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm (AEST). And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast. The post Vienna Calling: Meeting Luxembourg’s Eva Marija appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Fünf Länder boykottieren den Eurovision in Wien, weil Israel teilnimmt. Dahinter steht Europas Streit im Umgang mit Israels Politik. Wie tief geht die Spaltung? Und was kann die EU im Nahen Osten bewirken? Mit Kathrin Schmid und Sabrina Fritz. Von Kathrin Schmid.

Eurovision season wouldn't feel complete without a visit from Tobias Larsson, Eurovision fan & historian, to tell us the backstory of another ESC luminary. This time it's Udo Jürgens, the man who gave Austria their first win and sold over a hundred million records worldwide. It's a fun look at one of the most successful singers & songwriters in ESC history, and we're glad to celebrate Udo just before the contest returns to Vienna for Eurovision 2026 60 years after his win. Jeremy's mixing gin & rum, Dimitry thanks the jury, and Tobias is sticking with some Greek wine. Read Tobias's Eurovision blog, Tobson och alla bidragen, here (translation available on site!): https://allaeurovisionsbidrag.blogspot.com/ Watch many of the Udo Jürgens songs discussed in this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2kzuDfVXpE&list=PLd2EbKTi9fyWXqeHvk0Yx5D2mbtii9t0U&pp=sAgC This week's companion playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/458lJsAOGpxZyXc2w7BCmX Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights): https://maximumfun.org/joineurovangelists Eurovangelists is an American Eurovision podcast, made in the US for Eurovision fans worldwide. The Eurovangelists are Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya and Dimitry Pompée.The theme was arranged and recorded by Cody McCorry and Faye Fadem, and the logo was designed by Tom Deja.Production support for this show was provided by the Maximum Fun network.The show is edited by Jeremy Bent with audio mixing help was courtesy of Shane O'Connell.Find Eurovangelists on social media as @eurovangelists on Instagram and @eurovangelists.com on Bluesky, or send us an email at eurovangelists@gmail.com. Head to https://maxfunstore.com/collections/eurovangelists for Eurovangelists merch. Also follow the Eurovangelists account on Spotify and check out our playlists of Eurovision hits, competitors in upcoming national finals, and companion playlists to every single episode, including this one!

Fernando Augusto Pacheco listens to some of the favourites to win in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and Belgium are similar in some respects, but when it comes to winter weather, we can’t be more opposite. That’s no problem for ESSYLA though, who’s dancing her way across a frozen pond to Eurovision. Michael met ESSYLA to chat about Eurovision, how The Voice of Belgium has given her a helping hand and what makes her favourite singers (including our own Delta Goodrem) so special to her. In this episode: Get some ice skating tips Find out what’s on the workout playlist Learn how important music (and musicians) are to ESSYLA You can see ESSYLA perform Dancing on the ice during Semi Final 1, live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST). And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast. The post Vienna Calling: Meeting Belgium’s ESSYLA appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Norway is sending a touch of pop rock to Eurovision this year, thanks to moustached and tattooed wonder JONAS LOVV. Michael met Jonas to talk about moustaches and fashion, along with how Jonas deals with the spotlight. Plus the boys attempt a slang quiz… which goes horribly wrong. In this episode: Learn about all those tattoos Discover how Jonas goes invisible Get the hottest tips if you’re starting your moustache journey You can see JONAS LOVV perform YA YA YA (and throw him some votes) during Semi Final 2, live on SBS and On Demand on Friday 15 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm (AEST). And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LkNT9iGAKeJ601d44ObVy?si=vQlTNT0aT5uZUlykhhUJ9g The post Vienna Calling: Meeting Norway’s JONAS LOVV appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

She’s a big deal in Switzerland, and finally Veronica Fusaro is going to be a big deal on the Eurovision stage. Michael caught up with Veronica for a quick coffee and chat about Calabrian families, the dream of a big Viennese orchestra and what might have happened if she had stuck with the trumpet over guitar. In this episode: Find out how connected Veronica is to Australia Say hi to Veronica’s nonna Enjoy a touch of Kylie You can see Veronica Fusaro perform Alice (and throw her some votes) during Semi Final 2, live on SBS and On Demand on Friday 15 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm (AEST). And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast. The post Vienna Calling: Meeting Switzerland’s Veronica Fusaro appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

Nå deles vi mennesker inn i minus- og plussvarianter. Der minusvarianter i følge FRP ikke bør lage barn. Vet de ikke at minus og minus blir pluss? // Et cruiceskip fullt av musepesr ligger utenfor Kapp Verde og får ikke legge til kai. Heldigvis har Kim en vannsikker plan for hvordan vi skal klare å redde dem // Folk hører ikke på Eurovision-låtene lenger. En halvering på strømmetallene fra i fjor. Kim mener det er dritt. Siri mener det er fantastisk. Da blir det 50/50 da! // Lurer du på hvor Monolitten skal i påsken? Neivel.

Australian musician, ARIA Award-winner and former Eurovision contestant Montaigne – aka Jessica Alyssa Cerro – is this week's dream diner. Will James bring up 2016? Montaigne is touring Australia in August for the 10th anniversary of their Glorious Heights album. For dates and tickets go to montaignemusic.com.au Listen and buy Montaigne's latest album ‘it's hard to be a fish' here. Follow Montaigne on Instagram and TikTok @actualmontaigne Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 7 May.Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcastFollow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Video production by Ben Williams and Megan McCarthy for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Neighbours teen to the Australian pop icon behind Innocent Eyes, one of the best-selling debut albums of all time, Delta Goodrem has spent more of her life in the public eye than out of it. And through all of it, she has refused to stop. In this chat with Josh, Delta opens up about the moments that tested her most: being diagnosed with cancer as a teenager at the height of her success, the quiet battle of finding her voice again after illness changed everything, losing her voice entirely in 2018 and having to relearn how to speak, and advocating for equal pay on ‘The Voice'. She reflects on why those chapters, as brutal as they were, shaped the artist and the person she is today. She also tells the full story of how Born to Try came to be written in 20 minutes in her family home, the moment she knew her life changed, why she burst into tears when she got her Neighbours script and demanded they rewrite her character, and how she walked away from a 20-year major label deal to launch her own record label and take full control of her career. Plus, Delta talks about representing Australia at Eurovision and why she absolutely cannot perform without a wind machine.

From Tomas to Alen Chicco to Lion Ceccah, this Lithuanian performer has done a lot. But now, the out and proud Lion is ready to send a message via the Eurovision stage. Michael met the silver wonder to talk about the changes to his drag and self identity, how music helps him explain the world and what we need to do as humans in an ever-changing world. In this episode: See where the Logies come in Get a different perspective on drag Find out if Lion Ceccah is more Aussie or Austrian You can see Lion Ceccah perform Sólo quiero más during Semi Final 1, live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST). And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast. https://open.spotify.com/episode/3a2EnwZitIaiqSPFl0K9Eu?si=hJHmcBuuROifjuiV6aclCA The post Vienna Calling: Meeting Lithuania’s Lion Ceccah appeared first on JOY Eurovision.

She’s broken free of the pink balaclava, and now FELICIA is doing it for herself. Michael caught up with Sweden’s Eurovision hopeful ahead of the first Semi Final. They talked about moving on from Fröken Snusk, the importance of eyebrows and just how that amazing performance actually started out. Plus, enjoy the premiere of Australian or Austrian? In this episode: Get a look into Felicia’s algorithm Find out just how powerful a Powerpoint presentation can be Discover Felicia’s favourite animal You can see FELICIA perform My System during Semi Final 1, live on SBS and On Demand on Wednesday 13 May at 5am (AEST) and in prime time (with some added extras) on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm (AEST). And watch the interview in full video glory via the Spotify podcast. The post Vienna Calling: Meeting Sweden’s FELICIA appeared first on JOY Eurovision.