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Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast

Eurovision news with attitude! Conversations inspired by the song contest — though not always limited to it. Catch up on all our Eurovision 2022 interviews, reviews and discussions. Coming to you from London, but riffing on the world of music and pop culture at large. From the team behind Wiwibloggs.com.

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04:40

How Louane got her daughter to sing last line of...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/04/07

Louane — France's Eurovision 2025 singer — discusses her song "maman" during our interview at Eurovision in Concert in Amsterdam. She describes how she got her daughter to sing the final note "maman" of her song, and how her daughter offers the most honest criticism of anyone. She also shares her safe space during these busy days leading to Eurovision. Interviewer: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams

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43:24

Eurovision in Concert 2025: Full Show Review and...

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2025/04/06

We react to all of the performances from Eurovision in Concert 2025. Who gave the best live performance? Which act improved the most? Which acts failed to deliver? We share our thoughts on the showers, growers and more from the show in Amsterdam.

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25:51

Eurovision 2025: Semi-Final 1 Running Order (REACTION)

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/30

Our reaction to the Semi-Final 1 running order of Eurovision 2025. Iceland's Vaeb will open the show, while Cyprus' Theo Evan will close it. Among other things, we discuss how the start position could impact who qualifies; why Poland's Justyna was put in second position (the so-called "death slot"); why producers have Cyprus performing last; and so much more.Watch this podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohTaz4OfgFU 1. 🇮🇸 Iceland – Væb with “Róa” 2. 🇵🇱 Poland –

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37:43

Eurovision 2025: Semi-Final 2 Running Order (REACTION)

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/30

We react to the Semi-Final 2 running order for Eurovision 2025. Producers have Australia's Go-Jo opening the show and Finland's Erika Vikman closing it. We ask why Montenegro is in the death slot (second position); suggest that producers wanted to spread out the riskqué sexy acts (Australia, Malta, and Finland), ; and suggest Israel benefits hugely from performing between Luxembourg and Germany. Watch our reaction on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ANSBdl6845s?si=6cB2DOO1GBECXB6L 1.⁠ ⁠🇦🇺 Australia:

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18:02

KAJ - Bara bada bastu REACTION | Sweden Eurovision 2025

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/11

William's reaction to the sauna song "Bara Bada Bastu" — Sweden's Eurovision 2025 entry from KAJ. The Swedish-speaking Finns rode a wave of momentum to win Melodifestivalen 2025. We review their live performance from the national final. Is it surprising the international jury place them second? Does it escape the "joke entry" label? And will the feel-good factor carry through to Basel? We discuss this and more.00:01 Introduction 01:42 First reaction 04:53 Review and Analysis 07:54 Readers'

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01:21

KAJ winners' reaction | Melodifestivalen 2025 | Sweden

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/11

It was a nailbiting final in Melodifestivalen in Sweden, but in the end the victory went to the sauna boys! We caught KAJ for their initial reaction to winning and how they are gonna bring the heat to Eurovision. Featuring: Simon - http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk

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01:36

Måns Zelmerlöw reacts after finishing second in...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/11

Måns Zelmerlöw was the bookmakers' heavy favourite to win Melodifestivalen, but in the end he finished second by only a seven point margin to eventual winners KAJ. We caught up with Måns for a quick reaction after tonight's final, and he tried to cope with not winning. Featuring: Simon - http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk

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20:43

JJ - Wasted Love REACTION | Austria Eurovision 2025

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/08

Our reaction to "Wasted Love" — JJ's Eurovision 2025 song for Austria. JJ (full name Johannes Pietsch) mixes opera with pop and techno, all delivered in his gorgeous countertenor voice. We review his music video and discuss his artistry, presence, vocals, the song's touching lyrics and the scope for drama and staging in Basel. Can Austria qualify for the grand final? We look at the odds. 00:01 Intro 01:51 First Reaction 04:24 Reaction & Analysis

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14:13

Princ - Mila REACTION | Serbia Eurovision 2025

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/05

Our reaction to Serbia's Eurovision 2025 song "Mila" from Princ. We review the live performance from the Pesma za Evroviziju final (PZE 2025).00:01 Introduction 00:41 Live reaction 03:39 Review & Analysis 09:04 Readers comments Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban: http://instagram.com/deban_deban

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14:23

Abor & Tynna - Baller REACTION | Germany Eurovision 2025

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/04

Our reaction to "Baller" — Abor & Tynna's Eurovision 2025 song for Germany. We watch their live performance from the final of Chefsache ESC — the country's national selection. We review the artist's vocal capabilities, the staging, the song and more to ask: Can Germany win Eurovision again? #Eurovision #Chefsache 00:01 Introduction 00:28 First reaction 03:31 Review & Analysis 09:42 Readers' comments Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban:

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19:53

Claude - C'est la vie REACTION | The Netherlands...

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2025/03/04

Our reaction to "C'est la Vie" — Claude's Eurovision 2025 song for The Netherlands. We review the song's simple, but touching French-language lyrics, which convey a story of strength and perseverance. The singer — full name Claude Kiambe — was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and fled with his mother at the age of 9. The song is a tribute to her for reminding him to always look on the bright side of life. We ask whether this could win the Eurovision Song Contest, as it has great jury and

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10:23

Sissal on winning Dansk Melodi Grand Prix in Denmark...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/03

It was a thrilling final tonight in DMGP 2025 in Herning, where the big favourite Sissal ended up taking the trophy with one point margin. We caught her after the show for her initial reaction to winning - and she promises to do everything she can to get Denmark back into the Eurovision final. Featuring: Simon - http://instagram.com/simonfalkdk

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23:52

Go-Jo - Milkshake Man REACTION | Australia Eurovision...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/03/02

Is "Milkshake Man" a joke entry? We react to Go-Jo's Eurovision 2025 song for Australia. SBS Australia says the lyrics are empowering and uplifting, but the highly suggestive music video, which is full of innuendo, may have viewers reading it differently. We review Go-Jo's (real name Marty Zambotto) chances of qualifying for the grand final. "Milkshake Man" was co-written with Sheppard.00:01 Introduction 01:41 First reaction 04:32 Review and analysis 12:48 Australia's semi-final 15:02 Readers'

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01:44

KAJ react after qualifying direct to the...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/26

They weren't expecting anything, but now KAJ have qualified directly to the final of Melfest. We got a quick reaction from the Finn-Swedes after their sauna turned on the heat in Malmö Arena in heat 4. They are ready to turn up the temperature even more in Stockholm in 2 weeks.

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16:50

Justyna Steczkowska - Gaja REACTION | Poland...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/26

William reacts to "Gaja" — Justyna Steczkowska's song for Poland at Eurovision 2025. Justyna won Poland's national final Polskie kwalifikacje with 39% of the televote. William reviews her live performance, asks whether she can qualify for the final, and discusses the staging, her voice and beauty. Do you think this is Poland's best-ever Eurovision entry?00:01 Introduction 01:46 Reaction 04:49 Review and Analysis 10:40 Readers' comments Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams

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17:00

Tautumeitas - Bur man laimi REACTION | Latvia...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/25

Our reaction to Latvia's Eurovision 2025 group Tautumeitas with the song "Bur man laimi." We filmed this two days after they won Supernova 2025 — Latvia's super competitive national final for Eurovision. Can they advance from the semi-final with their ethereal, Latvian-language song? We review their chances.00:01 Introduction 00:45 Reaction 03:44 Analysis and Prediction 04:23 Bur man laimi lyrics 12:48 Reader comments Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban:

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17:32

Lucio Corsi - Volevo essere un duro REACTION | Italy...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/24

William's reaction to Lucio Corsi's Eurovision 2025 song "Volevo essere un duro." Lucio — who came second place at Sanremo 2025 — agreed to sing at Eurovision after Sanremo winner Olly said no to producers and declined his chance to go to Eurovision. We review the song's chances, Lucio's poetic lyrics, and the staging...and explain his white face paint. 00:01 Introduction 00:22 Why did Olly say no to Eurovision? 01:19 "Volevo essere un duro" lyrics 02:43 Reaction 05:36 Review and analysis 11:54

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20:55

PARG - "Survivor" REACTION | Armenia Eurovision 2025

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/24

Our reaction to Parg's Eurovision 2025 song for Armenia — SURVIVOR. The song, written by Melodifestivalen songwriters Thoams G:son and Peter Boström, has strong Melfest vibes. But is it too generic for Eurovision? We review its rock sound, Parg's stage presence and vocals, and whether Armenia can qualify for the final. We watch the live performance from AMPTV's Depi Evratestil 2025 final. 00:01 Introduction 01:05 Reaction 04:16 Review & Analysis 16:00 Readers' comments Featuring: William:

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15:06

Katarsis - Tavo akys REACTION | Lithuania Eurovision...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/23

William and Deban share their reaction to "Tavo akys" — Katarsis' Eurovision 2025 song for Lithuania. They review the life performance from the Eurovizija.LT national selection and share their thoughts on the alt rock sound, the staging, the singer's intensity and his vocals. Can Lithuania make the Eurovision final? 00:01 Introduction 00:33 Reaction 03:25 Review & Analysis 08:50 Readers' comments Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban:

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22:39

Tommy Cash - Espresso Macchiato REACTION | Estonia...

Wiwibloggs: The Eurovision Podcast ·

2025/02/22

Let's react to "Espresso Macchiato" — Tommy Cash's Eurovision 2025 song for Estonia. We review his live performance at Eesti Laul and William, who was part of the international jury, shares how he reached his decision. Will Tommy's slapstick comedy, use of Italian language, and viral dance moves help him quality for the final? We review his chances. 00:01 Introduction 00:57 Reaction 04:01 Review and analysis 12:22 Readers' comments Featuring: William: http://instagram.com/williamleeadams Deban:

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