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Douze Points

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Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 94

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. Every fortnight we’ll be covering all the breaking stories, plus deep dives into Eurovision history, exclusive interviews, and sharing our thoughts and predictions as we look ahead to Basel 2025. We’d love to hear from you as well, so if you’ve got a hot Eurovision take you want to share, get in touch with us via our socials at @Bingewatch_Pod or via our Facebook page.

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A History of The Netherlands at Eurovision

Episode 54

Sunday, September 22, 2024 • Duration 15:42

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. Though one of the most loyal, and generous, participants, their success has been volatile, which makes them historically one of the most entertaining countries to watch...

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Marina Satti - ‘Zari’ (Greece, 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENb4LCeq9Lc

Helena Paparizou - ‘My Number One’ (Greece, 2005): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcOwvZ26KFQ

Corry Brocken - ‘Net als toen’ (Netherlands, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDA5MAfGG-M

Corry Brocken - ‘Heel de wereld’ (Netherlands, 1958): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoiVXVA8fs8

Teddy Scholten - ‘Een beetje’ (Netherlands, 1959): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaEskI58tAM

De Spelbrekers - ‘Katinka’ (Netherlands, 1962): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPzoydLh5YY

Annie Palman - ‘Een speeldoos’ (Netherlands, 1963): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWINVYSsrTU

Lenny Kuhr - ‘De troubadour’ (Netherlands, 1969): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ctod7qBMeY

Ben Cramer - ‘De oude muzikant’ (Netherlands, 1973): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6JqeLK3DQU

Teach-In - ‘Ding-a-Dong’ (Netherlands, 1975): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=447LKTYDv4Y

Mouth and MacNeil - ‘I See A Star’ (Netherlands, 1974): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hqj_UNeWA9w

Maggie MacNeil - ‘Amsterdam’ (Netherlands, 1980): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqhRioBlRNk

Willeke Alberti - ‘Waar is de zon’ (Netherlands, 1993): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHPYpEtUcoI

Maxine and Franklin Brown - ‘De eerste keer’ (Netherlands, 1996): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pw_WxnIzK4Q

Mrs Einstein - ‘Niemend heeft nog tijd’ (Netherlands, 1997): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbzuS_KHmAw

Edsilia - ‘Hemel en aarde’ (Netherlands, 1998): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s08iSJALk7E

Re-union - ‘Without You’ (Netherlands, 2004):

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What Makes a Great Eurovision Host City?

Episode 53

Monday, September 9, 2024 • Duration 10:14

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 future at Eurovision?

Additional sources:

https://www.reddit.com/r/eurovision/comments/14t9ztr/in_light_of_malm%C3%B6_hosting_a_map_of_countries_by/

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Douze Points is a Podcasts By Liam production, presented by Steven Perkins and produced by Liam Heffernan. Original theme composed by Ian MacEwan. The Bingewatch network was created by Hannah Fernando and Ian MacEwan. For any queries, including advertising & sponsorship, please email hello@podcastsbyliam.com

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Feature: Is the Big Five System Fair?

Episode 44

Monday, April 29, 2024 • Duration 13:25

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

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News: Producer's Choice, Medals Under the Hammer and More Eurovision News!

Episode 43

Monday, April 22, 2024 • Duration 06:58

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 more and listen now!

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 now support the show with a generous Douze Points of your own!

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Feature: 1974 - Wombles, Scoreboards, and Abba's Iconic Eurovision Win

Episode 42

Monday, April 15, 2024 • Duration 14:06

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.

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The 1974 Eurovision Song Contest

Cliff Richard - Power To All Our Friends (United Kingdom, 1973)

Mocedades - Eres tú (Spain, 1973)

Anne-Marie David - Tu te reconnaîtras (Luxembourg, 1973)

Gigliola Cinquetti - Sì (Italy, 1974)

Gigliola Cinquetti - Non ho l’età (Italy, 1964)

Paulo de Carvalho - E depois do adeus (Portugal, 1974)

Olivia Newton-John - Long Live Love (United Kingdom, 1974)

Korni Grupa - Generacija ’42 (Yugoslavia, 1974)

ABBA - Waterloo (Sweden, 1974)

News: Switzerland Take Pole Position as the Race to Eurovision 2024 Heats Up

Episode 41

Monday, April 8, 2024 • Duration 05:04

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 Facebook Page.

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Discussion: Eurovision 2024 Semi-Final 2 Early Preview

Episode 40

Monday, April 1, 2024 • Duration 33:50

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 us on social. DM us on Twitter at @Bingewatch_Pod and join our Facebook Page.

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Discussion: Eurovision 2024 Semi-Final 1 Early Preview

Episode 39

Sunday, March 24, 2024 • Duration 22:27

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 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.

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News: Armenia and Azerbaijan Complete the 2024 Eurovision Lineup

Episode 38

Monday, March 18, 2024 • Duration 05:22

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)

Angelina Mango - La noia (Italy, 2024)

5MIINUST x Puuluup - (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi (Estonia, 2024)

Ladaniva - Jako (Armenia, 2024)

Senak Khanagyan - Qami (Armenia, 2024)

Fahree ft Ilkin Dovlatov - Özünlə apar (Azerbaijan, 2024)

Nadir Rustamli - Fade To Black (Azerbaijan, 2022)

TuralTuranX - Tell Me More (Azerbaijan, 2023)

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 now support the show with a generous Douze Points of your own!

News: Major Voting Rule Changes for Eurovision 2024 Announced by Sweden

Episode 37

Thursday, March 14, 2024 • Duration 10:51

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 (One Blood) (Australia, 2024)

Kate Miller-Heidke - Zero Gravity (Australia, 2019)

Marina Satti - Zari (Greece, 2024)

Marcus & Martinus - Unforgettable (Sweden, 2024)

Marcus & Martinus - Air (Sweden NF, 2023)

Iolanda - Grito (Portugal, 2024)

Nutsa Buzaladze - Firefighter (Georgia, 2024)

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 now support the show with a generous Douze Points of your own!

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