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Martin Osterdahl Exclusive Interview

Hear Eurovision's Executive Supervisor like you've never heard him before. Martin Osterdahl joins James for an in-depth conversation about his life and career, Eurovision 2021, as well as what changes to the contest we can expect to see over the coming years.

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  • 123. How to represent three countries at Eurovision

    57:23
    This week we chat to Silia Kapsis, who, at the age of just 17, will represent Cyprus at Eurovision this year. We also have another chat with Rick Jakobs on our March to Malmo series who gives us an update on the Euro Fan Cafe. Plus, imagine avoiding all the Eurovision songs for the first three months of the year? That's what listener Kyle did - he gives us his thoughts on the class of 2024.Join us for 'The Euro Trip: Live' at the Euro Fan Cafe by clicking here for more information and tickets.Buy tickets for the Malmöhagen Eurovision Pre-Party 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.
  • 122. Can a revamp improve your Eurovision result?

    01:02:14
    This week we're discussing revamps and whether altering your original song can improve your chances at the contest. Firstly ahead of her revamp release, we're joined again by Czech entry Aiko as she discusses the alterations to her song, while later we head to Sweden for a catch up with Eurovision winning songwriter Linnea Deb. This year she has two songs competing, her home country of Sweden, and a writing credit on Malta's revamped version of "Loop".But to kick off we have a very big announcement!Join us for 'The Euro Trip: Live' at the Euro Fan Cafe by clicking here for more information and tickets.Buy tickets for the Malmöhagen Eurovision Pre-Party 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.
  • 121. How the rule changes will impact Eurovision 2024

    58:50
    One of the biggest stories of the week is the EBU's announcement of three big rule changes for this year's Eurovision Song Contest. We're joined by ESC Insight's Ben Robertson to discuss what impact the changes will have on the contest. Also, with national final season drawing to an end, it marks the start of our March to Malmo, so we'll be crossing to this year's host city to get to know what to expect. Plus, Moldova's entrant Natalia Barbu stops by for a chat.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.
  • Melfest Monday: Can Sweden win Eurovision back-to-back?

    57:38
    It only feels like two minutes since Melfest returned 6 weeks ago, but in the blink of an eye it's all over. We're back for one final episode of Melfest Monday to debrief everything from Saturday night's final. Aftonbladet's Tobbe Ek and Melfest commentators Bella Qvist and Tina Mehrafzoon join us to review the winners, and look ahead to Eurovision in Malmo.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.
  • 120. Spilling the secrets of Eurovision songwriting

    57:42
    With selection season coming to an end, we speak to two successful Eurovision songwriters on how to write the perfect entry. Austrian 2023 entrant Teya joins us to share her love for Nemo's song for Malmö and her hopes that Switzerland could win the compeition, while Cazzi Opeia discusses writing for Melodifestivalen and a Eurovision winner for Loreen. The boys also have a couple of big announcements themselves... To buy tickets for the MalmöHagen Eurovison Pre-Party click 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.
  • Melfest Monday: Can anybody beat Marcus & Martinus?

    01:05:38
    The Melfest final is just a matter of days away but it was the Finalkvalet - the new final qualifying round - that got everybody talking on Saturday. We'll be talking about it in dept with Mellopedia's Gustav Dahlander and Aftonbladet's Jenny Agren. We do find just enough time to preview the final too, with guest appearances from Maria Sur and Smash into Pieces.You can read all of Gustav's statistics on Mellopedia.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.
  • Dizzy Debrief: we react to the UK entry with Olly Alexander's Mum

    54:56
    UK Eurovision release day requires a very special bonus episode, and we're delighted to bring you all the reaction as 'Dizzy' premieres to the public.The boys share their thoughts, read your messages, and get a review from leading music journalist Nick Levine. Then we wrap up a busy day with Olly Alexander's Mum as she shares her thoughts on her son's participation in Eurovision, and gives us an insight into his love for the contest.Listen to 'How the BBC chose Olly Alexander for Eurovision 2023'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.
  • 119. How to stage a Eurovision performance

    56:00
    Friend of the podcast Dan Shipton was the Lead Creative Director at Eurovision 2023 and has also staged some of the most iconic performances of recent years. On today's episode, Dan exclusively reveals which performances he's working on this year and tells us what the process is like. We'll also be joined by Besa who is representing Albania this year. Plus, we put your Eurovision knowledge to the test.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.
  • Melfest Monday: Whatever will be, will be

    01:01:14
    Four heats are in the bag, but we still have a brand new fifth heat to come... as well as the final and the new-look final qualifying round. We'll be joined by Aftonbladet's Natalie Demirian and QX's Ronny Larsson to get us right up to speed. Plus we're joined by artists Jay Smith, Chelsea Muco and Medina who tell us what to expect from their performances on Saturdya.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.