Eurovision, Chapter One: A Ridiculous Origin Story -- and A Smash Success

About this episode

The episode explores the surprising origin story of the Eurovision Song Contest and its controversial aspects.

The Eurovision Song Contest is one of the most popular talent shows on the planet, with multiple countries showcasing their culture through pop music spectacles in an effort to win the day. Some of the songs are utter bangers, some become one-hit wonders, and others are downright... bizarre. Looking at you, Irish puppet turkey. In the first part of this special two-part series, Ben, Noel and Max explore the surprising origin story of Eurovision, along with some of its more controversial aspects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Ben, Noel

Topics covered

• Eurovision
• music
• culture
• history

Keywords

• talent show
• pop music
• bizarre performances

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