Best EBU Podcasts (2024)

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Between East and West: Dharma Travels with Lama Rinczen 34:36

15d ago34:36

34:36

In this episode of the European Buddha Podcast, we chat with Lama Rinczen, a former monk and Dharma teacher in the Karma Kagyu tradition. Lama Rinczen shares his experiences from traveling across the East and West, highlighting cultural differences and the challenges they pose in teaching the Dharma. We also discuss the profound purpose of a three-…

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What does it mean to lead a Contemplative Life? Guest: Ven. Clementia Will 36:29

2M ago36:29

36:29

In this episode we had the pleasure to speak with Ven. Clementia Will, nun within the Order of Buddhist Contemplatives - one of the member organization within the European Buddhist Union. The leading question for our question was: What does it mean to lead a Contemplative Life? The Order of Buddhist Contemplatives (OBC) consists of female and male …

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We bid farewell to the 2024 Eurovision season 57:43

2M ago57:43

57:43

For one final time in the 2024 season, we're here with your weekly dose of Eurovision. We choose our favourite moments from the podcast from the last 10 months, including Olly Alexander's mum, one of our favourite Eurovision winners, plus our investigative journalism skills are put to the test! To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee. Follo…

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Risale Roundtable Podcast Episode 78 1:07:45

2M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

In this session, we consider Bediuzzaman’s analysis of the following verse of the Quran: “Say, "If you love Allah, then follow me, Allah will love you and forgive you your sins. And Allah is Forgiving and Merciful." (3:31). We see why a failure to adhere to the sunnah is tantamount to a lack of love for Allah.…

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We react to the Eurovision 2024 Grand Final! 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

Rob & James are back from Sweden and here to debrief everything that happened during the contest. They celebrate Switzerland's third victory as Nemo was crowned the winner, and Eurovision's first ever non-binary champion. They also discuss the fallout that continues to follow events in Malmö, Ireland's best results for over two decades, and what mi…

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Ep33: Nemo Wins For Switzerland 4:19

2M ago4:19

4:19

Nemo has won this year's Eurovision Song Contest for Switzerland. Their song, The Code, received 591 points to finish in first place, ahead of Croatia and Ukraine. They speak to Steve, just moments after receiving the coveted trophy to discuss what the win means to them. The Official Eurovision Song Contest podcast is produced and presented for the…

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Joost Klein disqualified from Eurovision 2024 9:58

2M ago9:58

9:58

A bonus episode covering the breaking news surrounding this year's Dutch entrant, Joost Klein. To get the latest on the story, we chat to Dutch Eurovision expert and host of the Ding-A-Dong podcast GJ Kooijman, and Aftonbladet reporter Natalie Demirian. To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A Coffee. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or ema…

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Ep32: The Grand Final Preview 51:21

2M ago51:21

51:21

It's here! The Grand Final of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest is taking place in Malmō. On this episode, Steve catches up with brothers Marcus & Martinus, who are opening the show for Sweden. Also, dropping by are drag superstars Nicky Doll and Courtney Act, as well as Serbian Eurovision legends Bojana Stemanov (2015) and Konstrakta (2022). Aft…

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Eurovision 2024 Grand Final Preview with the BBC & Queen Loreen 1:19:44

2M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

We discuss who could emerge as the winner of the contest here in Malmö as we assess the chances of the leading contenders. In the episode we'll also hear how Luxembourg returned to Eurovision, how the BBC are preparing for the big night, and meet the reigning champion, Queen Loreen. The boys are also joined by Dutch Eurovision expert and podcast ho…

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Ep31: Loreen & Second Semi-Final Qualifiers 38:48

2M ago38:48

38:48

Reigning champion Loreen returns to the podcast, one year after she won the Eurovision Song Contest for the second time. She discusses the crazy year she’s had since winning with Tattoo, her famous nails, her new single Forever and her upcoming tour. Steve also speaks to Georgia’s Nutsa, Magnus from Norwegian band Gåte, Austria’s Kaleen and Latvia’…

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Is Latvia qualifying the biggest shock of Eurovision week? 1:01:52

2M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

We react to the results from the second semi-final after a night of shocks and surprises here in Sweden. In the immediate aftermath of the live show we speak to journalists and fans to hear their reactions, and discuss what the results mean for the likes of Latvia, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium and Malta. Then we bring you highlights from o…

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Risale Roundtable Podcast Episode 77 1:23:25

2M ago1:23:25

1:23:25

In this session, we revisit Bediuzzaman's discussion of the Basmala in his First Word. We also discuss an extremely valuable supplication for forgiveness known as the Sayyidul Istighfar (Master of Repentance).

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Ep30: Angelina Mango 20:34

2M ago20:34

20:34

After becoming one of Italy’s breakout stars of 2023, Angelina Mango is representing her country with La Noia at the Eurovision Song Contest. She talks to Steve about the meaning behind the song, her win at the Sanremo Music Festival and her incredible musical roots. The Official Eurovision Song Contest podcast is produced and presented for the EBU…

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The EBU on the challenges of Eurovision in Malmö 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

We quiz the European Broadcasting Union on the uniquely complex situation presented by the contest in Sweden this year as we catch up with Communications and Digital Manager Dave Goodman. Later we look ahead to the second semi-final in Malmö as we chat to Saba from Denmark, songwriter and backing vocalist Melanie Wehbe, Keiino's Tom Hugo, and anoth…

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Ep29: Olly Alexander & First Semi-Final Qualifiers 39:34

2M ago39:34

39:34

Olly Alexander is representing the United Kingdom with his song Dizzy! He joins the podcast to talk about the mind-melting staging for his performance and his preparations for Malmö. The singer also discusses his appearance in UK soap Eastenders, his cats Fanta & Sprite and the friendships he’s made in the build up to the Contest. Steve also talks …

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EXCLUSIVE: Behind the scenes of Olly Alexander's Eurovision staging + Semi Final 1 reaction 57:10

2M ago57:10

57:10

BBC Eurovision Creative Director Theo Adams tells us about the inspiration behind the UK's memorable staging this year. They give us an exclusive insight into the secret project that brought Olly Alexander and "Dizzy" to the contest, plus we ask whether we could be seeing more work on future UK entries in the years to come... Before that we discuss…

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Ep28: Slimane, Mustii & LADANIVA 29:49

2M ago29:49

29:49

Pour la première fois, le podcast officiel du concours Eurovision de la Chanson vous est dévoilé en français! L’animateur, Rémi entame la discussion avec Slimane, le représentant français, qui a été le premier artiste à être dévoilé pour l'édition 2024. Il partage ses réflexions sur sa chanson Mon Amour, exprimant ses sentiments à l'idée de représe…

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Ep27: Benjamin Ingrosso 23:52

2M ago23:52

23:52

Swedish superstar Benjamin Ingrosso joins Steve for a chat about his career, new music and his many connections to the Eurovision Song Contest. In Malmö, Benjamin is performing a medley of songs in the interval of the first semi-final. In this episode, he talks about his appearance for Sweden in the 2018 Contest, when he came seventh with Dance You…

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Will Ireland finally return to the Eurovision Grand Final? 55:15

2M ago55:15

55:15

The live shows are here, and we're back to look ahead to the first semi-final here in Malmö. With hype building about Ireland's chances, we chat to their Head of Delegation Michael Kealy on his hopes for Bambi Thug and their hopes of qualification. We also catch up with Eurovision winner Eldar Gasimov, find out more about SVT's Marcus and Martinus …

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Ep26: Petra Mede & Edward af Sillén 30:32

2M ago30:32

30:32

Petra Mede is back to host the Eurovision Song Contest for the third time, and is joined on the podcast by her best friend - and this year’s writer and director - Edward af Sillén. They talk to Steve Holden about their friendship, their love of Abba and the legacy of their 2106 interval act Love Love Peace Peace. The Official Eurovision Song Contes…

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All the action from Eurovision 2024 Turquoise Carpet 31:30

2M ago31:30

31:30

We kick-start our live coverage from Malmö as we meet the artists ahead of the start of a big week here in Sweden. We try and catch up with as many of the class of 2024 as possible, plus we also manage to squeeze in a conversation with a bonus Eurovision winner! Join us tomorrow when we'll be previewing all the action from first semi-final. Grab yo…

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Ep25: Joost Klein, Electric Fields & 5MIINUST x Puuluup 39:36

2M ago39:36

39:36

Steve speaks to the brains behind Europapa! Joost Klein is representing the Netherlands with his happy hardcore bittersweet hit. He talks about the message behind the song and what happens inside his creative mind. Zaachariaha and Michael are Electric Fields, who are singing One Milkali (One Blood) for Australia. They discuss their love of Janet Ja…

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Ep24: ISAAK & Eden Golan 27:07

2M ago27:07

27:07

Germany’s ISAAK brings the anthemic Always On The Run to the Eurovision stage. He joins Steve for a chat about his career so far, his unusual musical talent and why translating songs into German isn’t always that straightforward. Eden Golan is singing Hurricane for Israel and discusses her musical idols, her Eurovision heroes and the love of her li…

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Contest Producer Christer Björkman tells us what to expect from Eurovision 2024 37:49

2M ago37:49

37:49

We bring you a surprise bonus episode with the man responsible for what we'll see on our television screens in Malmö. Christer talks about returning to Eurovision after a few years away, the unique challenges of the 2024 contest, and shares his excitement ahead of a busy week in Sweden. Grab yourself a free ticket to The Euro Trip: Live on Thursday…

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Ep23: Marina Satti, FAHREE & Ilkin Dovlatov 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

Steve is joined by Greece's Marina Satti, who has already had a huge hit in her home country with her Eurovision entry Zari. She talks about her musical style, the song, her unique music video and the love for the 2005 Greek Eurovision champion Helena Paparizou. Azerbaijani singer FAHREE has teamed up with Ilkin Dovaltov to sing the powerful anthem…

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Ep22: Dons, Gåte & Tina Mehrafzoon 37:03

2M ago37:03

37:03

Steve is joined in the delegation bubble for a gossip by Swedish radio and TV presenter Tina Mehrafzoon, who’s commentating for her home country at this year’s contest. Dons is singing Hollow for Latvia. As one of his country’s biggest singers, he talks about his idol Freddie Mercury, voicing a Disney icon… and the best way to cook an egg. Norway’s…

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Ep21: Iolanda, Hera Björk & BESA 36:42

3M ago36:42

36:42

Three Eurovision queens join Steve on the latest episode from Malmö. Portugal’s Iolanda speaks about Grito, tracking down the best Portuguese tart in Sweden and reveals her favourite pop bangers of all time. After representing Iceland in 2010, Hera Björk is back for a second time with Scared Of Heights. She talks about the love in the Eurovision co…

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