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• The UK Confirms Their Eurovision Entry and... What the Hell Just Happened?

  The BBC have confirmed that country girl group trio Remember Monday will represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, with their original song What the Hell Just Happened?Steven and Producer Liam decided to jump on the mics for an emergency episode discussing the song, the fallout, and what it means for the UK's chances this year..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!And if you want more bingeworthy TV coverage, check out our other shows:BingewatchBitesize BingewatchDouze 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 [email protected]

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• They Think It's Mold-over... It Is Now!

  Eurovision news is flying in thick and fast, and we have you covered! From Moldova's withdrawal to Ireland's shortlist, the running order for Basel 2025 is starting to take shape, but what does Will Ferrell have to do with it all?!.Mentioned in this episode:Sunstroke Project - ‘Hey Mamma’ (Moldova, 2017): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWaQdHoCvYkSandra Simó - ‘Canzone per te’ (Switzerland, 1991): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ard88K87XWQEmmy - ‘Witch Woods’ (Norway NF, 2021): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeJU5fk0glMLaura Thorn - ‘La poupée monte le son’ (Luxembourg, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RtjmjrOAPYZero Point Five - ‘Ride’ (Luxembourg NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmjXp1bzbC0.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!And if you want more bingeworthy TV coverage, check out our other shows:BingewatchBitesize BingewatchDouze 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 [email protected]

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• The History of Switzerland at Eurovision - Part 2: The Long Road to Basel

  In the second part of our Switzerland special, Steven dives into the modern era of the Swiss at Eurovision, their demise post-Celine Dion, and their long and painful journey back to the top.Which semi-final song does Steven think deserves its nil points?And Switzerland nearly held the title of performing in the most consecutive Eurovisions since the competition began, but one country held on for just a year longer.Find out who, and get your essential Eurovision fix right here..Mentioned in this episode:Furbaz - ‘Viver senza tei’ (Switzerland, 1989): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JopkNjE6M5gEgon Egemann - ‘Musik klingt in die Welt hinaus’ (Switzerland, 1990): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMshVHOUhWUSandra Simó - ‘Canzone per te’ (Switzerland, 1991): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ard88K87XWQDaisy Auvray - ‘Mister Music Man’ (Switzerland, 1992): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPk90Juq5LAAnnie Cotton - ‘Moi, tout simplement’ (Switzerland, 1993): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QG-kvD7GHoDuilio - ‘Sto pregando’ (Switzerland, 1994): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9eTZR4l-5EKathy Leander - ‘Mon cœur l’aime’ (Switzerland, 1996): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q2pzqMEaLgBarbara Berta - ‘Dentro di me’ (Switzerland, 1997): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4HsUDdItMQGunvor - ‘Lass ihn’ (Switzerland, 1998): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07DuJq6weasJane Bogaert - ‘La vita cos’è (Switzerland, 2000): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6eGBYfIKQEFrancine Jordi - ‘Dans le jardin de mon âme’ (Switzerland, 2002): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZEEvq1i7PAPiero and the MusicStars - ‘Celebrate’ (Switzerland, 2004): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUX3_0KM7fcVanilla Ninja - ‘Cool Vibes’ (Switzerland, 2005): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJX8RWJg7y4six4one - ‘If We All Give A Little’ (Switzerland, 2006): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSkQmSug55gDJ Bobo - ‘Vampires Are Alive’ (Switzerland, 2007): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9YTasUpAjwPaolo Meneguzzi - ‘Era Stupendo’ (Switzerland, 2008): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgNU5_htNXkLovebugs - ‘The Highest Heights’ (Switzerland, 2009):

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• The History of Switzerland at Eurovision - Part 1: From Lys Assia to Céline Dion

  In the first of our two part special feature, Steven dives into the history of Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contest.From its early glory with Lys Assia through to the legend Celine Dion... and couple of nil points in between, Switzerland are one of Eurovision's longest-serving competitors, so we are shining a light on the good, the bad, and all the multilingual goodness they've had to offer us over the years!.Mentioned in this episode:Lys Assia - ‘Das alte Karussell’ (Switzerland, 1956): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCzgcVPOb8ELys Assia - ‘Refrain’ (Switzerland, 1956): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKSP_HQ5hkLys Assia - ‘L’enfant que j’étais’ (Switzerland, 1957): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiSnxD1tbVkLys Assia - ‘Giorgio’ (Switzerland, 1958): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGsalvX8K4cPeter, Sue and Marc - ‘Les illusions de nos vingt ans’ (Switzerland, 1971): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kJPdJuYPzIPeter, Sue and Marc - ‘Djambo Djambo’ (Switzerland, 1976): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bo-584dMfbcPeter, Sue and Marc, Pfuri, Gorps and Kniri - ‘Trödler & Co’ (Switzerland, 1979): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C146vwTKLOEPeter, Sue and Marc - ‘Io senza te’ (Switzerland, 1981): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6l_BknJkjqYAnita Traversi - ‘Cielo e terra’ (Switzerland, 1960): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQFa5bcRXUEAnita Traversi - ‘I miei pensieri’ (Switzerland, 1964): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LVzg3_6WmoPaola - ‘Bonjour, Bonjour’ (Switzerland, 1969): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bXAxj0fYhkPaola - ‘Cinéma (Switzerland, 1980): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aC_IEns_SSkVéronique Müller - ‘C’est la chanson de mon amour’ (Switzerland, 1972): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gRJ9j0A834Mariella Farré - ‘Io così non ci sto’ (Switzerland, 1983): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NefVUY13wsgPepe Lienhard Band - ‘Swiss Lady’ (Switzerland, 1977): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdD2ljNVui0Mariella Farré & Pino Gaspiarini - ‘Piano, Piano’ (Switzerland, 1985): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL_KON9qyqQFranca di Rienzo - ‘Nous aurons demain’ (Switzerland, 1961):

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• Eurovision 2025: The Road to Basel Begins!

  The countdown to the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, is officially underway as nations prepare to select their entries.Steven dives into the latest developments as we brace ourselves for another season of twists, turns, and high drama. We run down all the confirmed acts so far, PLUS he answers a listener question about the still unknown UK entry... and if we'll ever win again!.Mentioned in this episode:NeonoeN - ‘Clickbait’ (Montenegro NF, 2024/2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=It6x81MgAsENina Žižić - ‘Dobrodošli’ (Montenegro, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zs0yq39aFAWho See - ‘Igranka’ (Montenegro, 2013): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FR9rtB2ilZUShkodra Elektronike - ‘Zjerm’ (Albania, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNT1SmmxuIkBesa - ‘Titan’ (Albania, 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQG22XJIdWwBashar Murad - ‘Wild West’ (Iceland NF, 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Moqt2hnlEM Hera Björk - ‘Scared Of Heights’ (Iceland, 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VChBgcycVl8Joe Grech - ‘Marija L-Maltija’ (Malta, 1971): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyCkJkD9InQ.Highlights from this episode: Montenegro's entry for Eurovision faced controversy over eligibility, leading to a last-minute change. Albania's selection process resulted in a unique entry that shows promise for Eurovision success. The discussion around the UK's Eurovision entry reflects broader themes of artistic integrity versus strategy. Iceland is changing its Song Verketnin format, aiming to improve the selection process. Joe Grech, Malta's first Eurovision contestant, passed away, marking a significant moment in Eurovision history. .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!And if you want more bingeworthy TV coverage, check out our other shows:BingewatchBitesize BingewatchDouze 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 [email protected]

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