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135. All change for Norway's Eurovision selection show
59:04||Ep. 135We're granted an exclusive interview with the new team behind Norway's Melodi Grand Prix, as they prepare for their first year in the Eurovision hot seat. Speaking on the day big changes are announced, Callum Rowe sits down with MGP's new Music Director, Tarjei Strøm, and the show’s Project Manager and recently appointed Eurovision Head of Delegation, Mads Tørklep.The pair discuss their history with both MGP and Eurovision, their aims for 2025, and also tease some very exciting information about the forthcoming lineup reveal as we get set to find out who will represent the nation in Basel.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.
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134. The inside story of Stefan Raab's Eurovision return
46:18||Ep. 134We find out how Germany are shaking up their selection as they aim for victory in 2025 with the return of a showbiz legend. Stefan Raab is the man behind 'Chefsache ESC 2025 – Wer singt für Deutschland?' - so how did the plan come about - we chat to the country's Head of Delegation to find out more.As they celebrate the 10th anniversary of their first participation, what can we expect from Australia? And could Guy Sebastian be returning to Eurovision? We ask Dale Roberts, Founder of Aussievision, for the latest.And yet another reminder that Aiko (Czechia 2024) really does love biscuits...Read more of Aussievision's brilliant work over on their website here.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.133. SuRie on her unforgettable UK Eurovision experience
51:44||Ep. 133As she releases her new album, we get the chance to sit down for a feature-length conversation with one of the UK's best loved entries of the 21st century. SuRie won the right to represent the UK as a surprise winner (her own words) of Eurovision: You Decide, and the rest is history.She tells us more about her unforgettable experience, a night that shaped the rest of her life, and how her Eurovision journey helped shape her future career.You can find 'Little Frames' wherever you listen to podcasts, or find out more on SuRie's official website.Buy tickets to the Eurovision Equinox Charity Quiz night here.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.132. Which country is most likely to return to Eurovision?
51:09||Ep. 132It's a hotly debated topic, which country is most likely to return to the contest after years away, or might we see a new nation enter Eurovision in the coming years? With the help of Paul Jordan (Dr Eurovision) we examine the chances of more participants joining the list of competitors for Basel and beyond. The illuminating conversation also features a never heard before story about Turkey's almost return to the contest, and how a last minute change of heart saw them stay on the sidelines.We also get the latest on the biggest story in the Eurovision world, as Joost Klein decides against returning in 2025. GJ Kooijman from the Ding A Dong podcast tells us what he knows about the situation, and explains how the Dutch public feel about the situation.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.131. Ireland's 2025 plans & UK Eurovision latest!
54:11||Ep. 131We start a new era as the road to Basel 2025 starts here! We kick off with the return of a friendly face as Teya (Austria 2023) pops by as she prepares to tour with both Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo, and Czech artist Aiko. She also gives us an insight into how songwriting camps can help produce the next generation of Eurovision entries, and how she's preparing to pack ahead of two months on the road.Rob also shares some more information about the BBC's selection process for Switzerland, before we reunite with Irish Co-Head of Delegation Michael Kealy. He explains how he hopes to keep his nation on the left-hand side of the scoreboard in Basel, how he shortlists entries once the submission window closes, and why he's more hopeful than ever of a standalone national final in 2026.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.An important Euro Trip podcast announcement!
58:04|We share some big news ahead of the start of our Eurovision 2025 season and reflect on the last four years of the podcast, including memorable trips to Melfest, Turin, Liverpool and Malmo, while remembering some of the brilliant guests who have joined us on the show.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.The Contest & Me: Tom Hugo
01:02:49|In the final episode of the current series of The Contest & Me, Keiino singer Tom Hugo shares his experiences of Eurovision as both an artist and a fan. He tells us how Norway's first win helped shape his love for the contest, while he also reveals his unfiltered emotions after competing in 2019.Tom also gives us his thoughts on the changes he'd like to see to Eurovision, and would he ever consider becoming Norway's Head of Delegation?To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com.