About this episode

James Stephenson analyzes the Eurovision Song Contest predictions using a new tool called The Model, discussing the favorites and featuring guest ESC Gabe.

James Stephenson presents a brand-new podcast that analyses who might win the Eurovision Song Contest in a brand-new way. With the help of The Model, James's prediction tool for the Contest, he'll take a look at how the race to Vienna is shaping up with weekly updates on the favourites, unique analysis of this year's songs, and special guest appearances. On this episode, James looks at the first forecast from The Model now that all 35 of this year's Eurovision songs are released , and the surprise news that Felicia and 'My System' leads the way for Sweden. He analyses why the song's path to Song Contest victory may be clearer than expected, what forces are changing the make-up of this Contest, and speaks to YouTuber ESC Gabe about The Model's first prediction and his thoughts on who might win in May. You can listen to Inside The Model on the ESC Insight podcast now, with weekly episodes every Monday that pull you deeper into the data.

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