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ESC101 - A Eurovision History Podcast

ESC101 is a podcast which highlights and discusses the history of the Eurovision Song Contest by looking at various elements of the contest throughout the years from hosts to postcards, interval acts to artists, and more! If you're looking to learn about the obscure history of the Eurovision Song Contest and improve your ESC Trivia skills, this is the podcast for you!

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Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
36 minutes
Episodes
118
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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1 Year of ESC101 - Anniversary Special

1 Year of ESC101 - Anniversary Special

In this week’s episode, we are celebrating one whole year of ESC101! Join us as we look back at the past year. Discover our favourite moments, delve into some listener statistics, and join the party!…

01:04:32  |   Fri 30 Aug 2024
2024: Eurovision Young Musicians

2024: Eurovision Young Musicians

In this week’s episode, we are reviewing and reacting to the 2024 edition of Eurovision Young Musicians, a biennial classical music competition for musicians aged 12 to 21. Join us as the Orchestra m…

00:45:34  |   Fri 23 Aug 2024
Eurovision Yearbook: Arlette Zola (Class of ‘82)

Eurovision Yearbook: Arlette Zola (Class of ‘82)

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Arlette Zola who represented Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contest 1982. Discover her humble roots as a passionate singer discovered in a caf…

00:16:06  |   Fri 16 Aug 2024
1959: ESC Host Jacqueline Joubert

1959: ESC Host Jacqueline Joubert

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1959 & 1961, Jacqueline Joubert. Join us as we learn about her background and how they measure up in hosti…

00:17:12  |   Fri 09 Aug 2024
1996: Beacon Burning Interval Act

1996: Beacon Burning Interval Act

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the Interval Act of the 1996 Eurovision Song Contest, Beacon Burning. Join us as we learn about the ancient traditions of Beacon Burning and how Norway turned…

00:20:35  |   Fri 02 Aug 2024
Eurovision Yearbook: Birgit Brüel (Class of ‘65)

Eurovision Yearbook: Birgit Brüel (Class of ‘65)

In this week’s episode, we are returning to the Eurovision Yearbook, exploring the life of Eurovision artist Birgit Brüel who represented Denmark in the 1965 contest. Join us as we learn about her co…

00:13:59  |   Fri 26 Jul 2024
1985: The Scandinavium

1985: The Scandinavium

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the story of The Scandinavium, the venue which hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 1985 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Join us as we learn about how the venue was buil…

00:21:25  |   Fri 19 Jul 2024
The Eurovision Travel Guide: Austria (1957-2024)

The Eurovision Travel Guide: Austria (1957-2024)

In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Austria, learning about so…

00:55:31  |   Fri 12 Jul 2024
1975: ESC Host Karin Falck

1975: ESC Host Karin Falck

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the host of the Eurovision Song Contest 1975, Karin Falck. Join us as we learn about their background and how they measure up in hosting the world…

00:17:42  |   Fri 05 Jul 2024
Conductor: Paul Abela

Conductor: Paul Abela

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of Conductor Paul Abela, who conducted Maltese entries in 1991, 1992, and 1996, as well as serving as the composer and studio arranger of Malta’s 200…

00:26:21  |   Fri 28 Jun 2024
Eurovision Yearbook: Margot Hielscher (Class of '57 & '58)

Eurovision Yearbook: Margot Hielscher (Class of '57 & '58)

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the life of the literal Crown-wearing Eurovision Queen Margot Hielscher! Join us as we learn about the OG Eurovision Queen and how she transformed from a cost…

00:27:02  |   Fri 21 Jun 2024
1972: Edinburgh Military Tattoo

1972: Edinburgh Military Tattoo

In this week’s episode, we are checking out one of Scotland’s iconic displays of culture and music, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Join us as we sample a taste of Scottish flavour and discover the ro…

00:20:07  |   Fri 14 Jun 2024
The Eurovision Travel Guide: Yugoslavia (1961-1992)

The Eurovision Travel Guide: Yugoslavia (1961-1992)

In this week’s episode, we are returning to The Eurovision Travel Guide, our monthly series where we explore a country in the Eurovision Song Contest. Join us as we explore Yugoslavia, learning about…

00:38:21  |   Fri 07 Jun 2024
1994: Point Theatre

1994: Point Theatre

In this week’s episode, we are exploring the venue which hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994 (as well as 1995 & 1997), the Point Theatre in Dublin, Ireland. Join us as we learn about the stars…

00:18:48  |   Fri 31 May 2024
2024: Grand Final Review & Reactions

2024: Grand Final Review & Reactions

In this week’s episode, we are concluding our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us as we review the 25 acts that performed in the Grand Final and find out which acts were our favourites!

01:42:42  |   Fri 24 May 2024
2024: Non Qualifier Review & Reactions

2024: Non Qualifier Review & Reactions

In this week’s episode, we are continuing our Eurovision 2024 coverage with part 4 of 5! Join us as we review the acts which did not make the Grand Final and find out which acts we thought should hav…

00:51:18  |   Fri 17 May 2024
Bonus: Let's Chat About Eurovision 2024

Bonus: Let's Chat About Eurovision 2024

This episode is an informal discussion on both the positive and tense incidents in the 2024 edition of the contest. In this episode, we give our honest thoughts on the controversial incidents of the …

00:21:13  |   Mon 13 May 2024
2024: Auto Qualifier Reactions & Predictions

2024: Auto Qualifier Reactions & Predictions

In this week’s episode, we are continuing our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us in Part 3 as we review the Studio versions of the Auto Qualifying acts and find out which countries made our top 10 of …

00:25:19  |   Fri 03 May 2024
2024: Semi Final 2 Reactions & Predictions

2024: Semi Final 2 Reactions & Predictions

In this week’s episode, we are continuing our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us as we review the Studio versions of the Semi-Final 2 acts and find out which 10 acts are our favourites!

00:34:27  |   Fri 26 Apr 2024
2024: Semi Final 1 Reactions & Predictions

2024: Semi Final 1 Reactions & Predictions

In this week’s episode, we are kicking off our Eurovision 2024 coverage! Join us as we review the Studio versions of the Semi-Final 1 acts and find out which 10 acts are our favourites!

00:32:39  |   Fri 19 Apr 2024
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