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The EuroWhat? Podcast: Eurovision News & Reviews

The EuroWhat? Podcast
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The Eurowhat? Podcast launched in 2018 and features two Americans (Ben Smith and Mike McComb) attempting to make sense of the Eurovision Song Contest. The show tracks national selections and artist announcements, breaks down each year’s songs with a diverse array of guests, and dives into the 65+ years of contest history using Eurovision as a lens to analyze what’s happening in pop culture and the... more

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As we wrap up our 8th season and Eurovision's 69th (nice) edition, we take a rapid fire tour of the Contest up to this point while trying to find something nice or interesting to say about each year. Content warning: goofiness.

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Recent Guests

Dude Boing
A contributor at Dude Points and ESC Insight.
Dude Points
Episode: Episode 273: Fan Media Roundtable
Justin Ladia
Eurovision enthusiast and commentator
Episode: Episode 267: Seasoned
Ned Raggett
Music and Eurovision commentator
Episode: Episode 266: Mélange
Maura Johnston
Music journalist and podcaster
Uncertain.fm; The Globe
Episode: Episode 265: Do Re Mi
Euny Hong
Writer and cultural critic with a background in covering the Eurovision Song Contest.
Wall Street Journal, New York Times
Episode: Episode 263: Genre Confusion
Bradley Dalton-Oates
A podcast host who discusses Eurovision with the main hosts.
Eurovision Song Context
Episode: Episode 262: Huzzah
Ted Van Houten
A fan of Eurovision and member of the Connections Online Quiz League
Episode: Episode 261: Evolution
David Junk
Former CEO of Universal Music Russia and author
Author of Rockin' the Kremlin
Episode: Episode 246: Rockin' the Kremlin
Fred Bronson
Bestselling author and Billboard contributor
Billboard Magazine
Episode: Episode 246: Rockin' the Kremlin

Hosts

Mike McComb
Co-host with extensive insights on European pop culture and Eurovision history, contributing to lively discussions on the contest's developments.
Ben Smith
Co-host known for sharing humorous commentary and intricate analyses of Eurovision trends, engaging with listeners through his insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Quality

    This is the best produced Eurovision podcast I’ve listened to. I love how clearly they annotate the episodes and the different sections of each episode. The hosts get silly and annoying at times but that’s Eurovision for you I guess.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anastasb
    United States8 months ago
  • Fun and irreverent

    Great podcast to listen to on the run up to Eurovision

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amity1976
    United States2 years ago
  • Essential Listening!

    This year was my first Eurovision song contest and honestly without these guys I would’ve showed up to the party so uninformed. You all helped me seem like I know what I was doing in front of my European friends! And because of that I had a blast watching your vision and I look forward to listening to your podcast for years to come as well as watching Eurovision every year! Jah jah ding dong on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jcoughlin
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Eurovision podcast!!!

    I am an Spanish eurofan leaving in Las Vegas. I’ve been following Eurovisión since I was 10 years old. My first Eurovisión memory is Jerusalem 1979. I listen to several Eurovision podcast (in English and in Spanish) and this is one of the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josedelcura
    United States5 years ago
  • A joy to listen to

    These guys are so fun and their enthusiasm and love of the contest is infectious. Great to hear two Americans speaking about our favourite music event in this way. Very easy on the ear and a joy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colinglasg
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging production quality and the thorough analysis given to Eurovision topics.
Many feel it is an essential resource leading up to Eurovision, enhancing their understanding and enjoyment of the event, and making them feel more connected to the wider Eurovision community.
The humorous and irreverent take on topics makes it an enjoyable listen for fans, drawing compliments for their banter and enthusiasm.

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Episode 279: Perceived Aura
Q: What do successful rebranding efforts achieve?
Successful rebranding efforts generate increased discussion and visibility for a brand, help to achieve sales goals, and attract the target demographic more effectively.
Episode 279: Perceived Aura
Q: What are some common reasons a company may want to rebrand?
Common reasons for rebranding include a shift in strategic direction, a desire to appeal to different demographics, or the need to modernize an outdated brand that doesn't fit the current digital landscape.
Episode 278: Welcome to Austria
Q: What city will host Eurovision 2026?
Vienna will be the host city for Eurovision 2026.
Episode 272: I Am: Celine Dion
Q: Would you recommend this movie?
If you're not a Celine Dion fan, probably not. I enjoyed parts of it, but overall I'm not the target audience.
Episode 263: Genre Confusion
Q: What are your thoughts on this one?
The DJs tend to struggle at Eurovision due to the nature of their performances.

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Focusing on the Eurovision Song Contest, this podcast provides insights into the latest news, artist announcements, and national selection processes. The engaging format features two American hosts who break down songs from the contest's rich 65-year history, while also utilizing Eurovision as a lens for broader cultural analysis. The inclusion of various guests enhances the discussion, allowing for diverse perspectives on the performances and underlying themes of the contest, as well as its impact on global pop culture.

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