Beste Douze Points Podcasts (2024)

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I Guess That's Why They Call it the Twos: The UK's Runner-Up History at Eurovision 20:02

8d ago20:02

20:02

In this episode, Stephen deep dives into a Eurovision record nobody particularly wants, but one the United Kingdom has... and it's not the number of 'nil points'! From Cliff Richard to Sam Ryder, the UK is far and away the most successful runner up in Eurovision history, so we take a look at every one, from the lucky breaks to the near-misses, and …

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A Gunpowder, Treason and Plot Adventure – Part 2 21:22

7d ago21:22

21:22

Uncle Chris is in a right pickle…his undercover detective work hasn’t gone to plan and the King's guards are trying to take him and his community theatre company to the Tower of London! ‘The guards are chasing us through the streets of London on horseback!’ On the run they still have to find the facts about bonfire night for Connie, risking everyth…

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1993: A Eurovision Like Never Before - Part II 14:25

22d ago14:25

14:25

Eurovision 1993 marked a pivotal moment in the contest's history, being the first to implement a relegation system and featuring an unprecedented number of participants from Eastern Europe. Hosted in the small town of Millstreet, County Cork, it was the smallest ever host city, but managed to pull off the biggest production in Eurovision history. I…

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A Gunpowder, Treason and Plot Adventure – Part 1 22:15

26d ago22:15

22:15

Connie need’s some help explaining bonfire night to some guests she has staying and asks Uncle Chris if he can help! No sure of the facts themselves, Uncle Chris and his trusty community theatre company decide to go back to 1605 and find out the facts as they happened! But it was a very dangerous time, full of plots to kill King James the 1st, so t…

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1993: A Eurovision Like Never Before - Part I 18:27

1M ago18:27

18:27

Eurovision 1993 marked a pivotal moment in the contest's history with the introduction of a pre-qualifying round, a significant change implemented to manage the increasing number of participating countries. In this episode, Steven delves into the details of this unique event, held in the small Irish town of Millstreet, where just seven countries co…

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A Giant Leap Adventure – Part 2 16:14

1M ago16:14

16:14

Connie and the gang blast off into space for an adventure to the moon! Connie initially hesitates, worried about being so far from home. However, she joins the crew just in time for the rocket launch! 🚀 Along the way, the adventurers experience zero gravity, dodge space debris, and even encounter friendly aliens! After a small navigational hiccup, …

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A History of The Netherlands at Eurovision 15:42

2M ago15:42

15:42

It's been a difficult year for the Netherlands. Following the disqualification of Joost Klein ahead of 2024's Grand Final, in which they were expected to do very well, the country is currently weighing up if it will compete next year at the Song Contest. So in this episode, Stephen takes a closer look at The Netherlands' history at Eurovision. Thou…

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A Giant Leap Adventure Part 1 26:46

2M ago26:46

26:46

Season 5 is back with a bang, as Connie and the gang blast off into space! Connie and her team of adventurers are off on an exciting journey to the moon, led by Hazel—a former soldier and all-round adventure seeker. Along the way, Connie faces her own fears about going away on a camping trip without her mum. From sneaking into NASA, prepping a reti…

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What Makes a Great Eurovision Host City? 10:14

2M ago10:14

10:14

On this week's Douze Points, following the announcement of next year's Eurovision host city, Steven gives us all a 101 on what really makes a great host city for the song contest. PLUS, it's been an interesting week for Eurovision news, including: The first act for 2025 is CONFIRMED Will JoJo Siwa be representing Poland in 2025? Do Iceland have a f…

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Series 5 out soon! Brand new Armchair Adventures episodes are on the way. 3:00

2M ago3:00

3:00

Join Connie and the gang at the Armchair Adventures Travel Agency as they kick off Season 5 with a bang! ✨ The agency is celebrating with a fireworks display, and they're inviting all adventurers to join in on the fun. This season promises to be packed with super fun join-in adventures led by Connie, Uncle Chris, and all her lovely customers From a…

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The Joost-ice System & Douze Points 2.0 16:34

3M ago16:34

16:34

In the latest episode of Douze Points, Steven Perkins is joined by producer Liam to discuss the future of the show, and how you can be part of it. PLUS, we bring you some breaking news updates, including some huge developments in the Netherlands' Joost Klein case, which was being investigated by police, pending his suspension from the Eurovision Gr…

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Where Are We Now? 10:58

3M ago10:58

10:58

Hello Europe (and Australia)... we are back! Ok, it's been a tough season, and the Douze Points team have been doing some quiet reflection on the state of Eurovision and the future of the podcast. More on the latter very soon, but we do have some news regarding the former, including an official statement from the EBU following the 2024 controversie…

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A Super Sustainable Fashion Adventure Part 2 17:54

4M ago17:54

17:54

Deep underground, Connie and her customers learn the Oil monster is friendly after all, and how using fossil fuels for her new prom dress damages the environment. Connie decides that reusing her mums 1980s dress is the best way forward …the thing is, it’s still not her style…at all… 👗🧵🛢 ‘It’s important for me to wear my mum’s prom dress…even though…

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A Super Sustainable Fashion Adventure Part 1 17:02

4M ago17:02

17:02

Connie’s lovely customer Pat wants to go on an adventure to learn what her clothes are made of and how she can shop more sustainably… 👗🧵🐑 ‘I’d love to know how I can help the planet whilst still looking good!’ Meanwhile, Connie is worrying she will have to wear her Mum’s 1980’s prom dress if she doesn’t order one off the internet in time! The troub…

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A Prehistoric Portal Adventure 25:31

5M ago25:31

25:31

*NEWS FLASH* This just in…Connie needs some help understanding research for a school project, so she asks her trusty Uncle Chris and her lovely customers if they know anyone who could help her out! ‘Wow, it’s like the Batcave…Look at all the robots and machines.’ 🦖🕵🏻🤖 Uncle Chris gets in touch with his good friend Dr Rachel, dons his news reporter …

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A Roman Invasion Adventure 29:14

5M ago29:14

29:14

Connie’s running out of time to write a play on the roman invasion of Britain for her drama class, so she asks Uncle Chris and his community theatre company to lend her a hand! ‘Silence! You’re forgetting one thing everyone…I am no longer Uncle Chris…I am the emperor of Rome, and emperors do whatever they like!’ 🏛️🏆🐎 Styling himself as the new empe…

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Douze Points! A Eurovision Song Contest Adventure Part 2 19:35

6M ago19:35

19:35

Connie and her customers have been asked to step in to perform for the UK in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest – but they don’t have a song, costumes, a dance routine, or anything, yet! “I really don’t want nil points!!” “Nobody wants nil points!” 🎤✨🌍 There’s no time to waste! Connie and her customers hop back on the magical tour bus to travel ac…

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Eurovision 2024 Recap: Switzerland Win, but what is the future of the Song Contest? 49:56

6M ago49:56

49:56

In the final episode of the season, Steven and producer Liam convene one last time for a more considered recap of all the Eurovision drama this year. It's been a bit of a unique year, where most of the talking points seemed to happening off stage, so we address some of this and discuss what the future of Eurovision might look like. Plus, we break d…

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Eurovision 2024: GRAND FINAL IMMEDIATE REACTION 17:31

6M ago17:31

17:31

That's it - another year, another Eurovision, but with a lot of unique controversy and drama, how did it all play out? Who won? Who should have won? And what were the big surprises of the night? Join Steven Perkins and producer Liam for this emergency podcast episode recorded immediately after the Eurovision Grand Final wrapped. If you love Eurovis…

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Eurovision Week 2024: Semi Final 2 Qualifiers and Reaction 27:44

6M ago27:44

27:44

The second semi final has just ended, and the full lineup for Saturday's Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final is now complete. But who qualified? Who missed out? And why are we breaking our own promise not to give Israel any coverage? Listen to all the immediate reaction from Steven and producer Liam right here on Douze Points, and follow the podcas…

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Eurovision Week 2024: Semi Final 1 Winners, Surprises and Reaction 26:40

6M ago26:40

26:40

The first semi-final of Eurovision 2024 has taken place in Malmo, Sweden, and our first 10 Grand Final qualifiers are confirmed, but who are they? Who were the standout performers on the night? And how does this affect our expectations of the final? Join Steven and producer Liam for some immediate reaction and insight following the broadcast, and g…

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Encore: When Ireland Ruled Eurovision 11:21

6M ago11:21

11:21

In this special encore of a previous Douze Points episode, producer Liam introduces Steven's deep dive into Ireland's record-breaking success at the Eurovision Song Contest. Until recently, they held the unique distinction of being the only country to have won the contest seven times. Though they now share that honour with Sweden, following Loreen'…

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Drop the kids at the pool, it's Eurovision 2024! 8:28

6M ago8:28

8:28

Send us a text A lead performer for Eurovision Semi Final 1 was raced into hospital for an embarrassing illness. Will they be able to pull it together for the big show or are they about to drop Douze points? Can you guess who? But in good news we have just invented a new drinking game. It's important to find those rainbows in the grey skies. Relax,…

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Eurovision Week 2024: Schedule of Events and What to Expect 5:19

6M ago5:19

5:19

Eurovision week is finally here, and as the entertainment world descend on Malmo in Sweden, we know it's not always clear what's happening when. But fear not, Steven is here to explain all! 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…

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Bigfoot's lady purse sighted at Eurovision! 13:41

6M ago13:41

13:41

Send us a text Look we have a question to ask. Honestly, once you see it, you can't unsee it. We question some fashion choices as people prepare for the big show. We also look at some tips to avoid Euro fatigue and how to recapture your Euro mojo. Support the show #eurovisionVon Douze Points Podcast

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Douze Points! A Eurovision Song Contest Adventure Part 1 26:34

6M ago26:34

26:34

Connie wants to help bring her squabbling school year group back together by preparing the most fantastic performance that will make the School’s Spring Song Contest an enormous success! “Good Evening Everybody! Let the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 commence!” 🎤✨🌍 Luckily, her Uncle Chris and troupe of trusty customers are super fans of The Eurovisi…

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Let's just be kind to each other this Eurovision! 8:55

7M ago8:55

8:55

Send us a text This week Liz received some hate mail and in response she just wants to spread some love and asks if we can all just be kind to each other for three minutes. If we can change for three minutes, maybe we can change the world. Respect. Love. Positivity. Hope. Equality. Peace. Support the show #eurovision…

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Feature: Is the Big Five System Fair? 13:25

7M ago13:25

13:25

On the final episode before Eurovision Week 2024, we take a closer look at why the Big Five - France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom - get a free pass to the final, and wonder if that's really fair? If you like this, you might like: The Big Five If you love Eurovision as much as we do, don't forget to connect with us on social. DM us …

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EUROVISION 2024 News. The Producers Musical comes to life! 12:04

7M ago12:04

12:04

Send us a text No spoilers episode. This week we take a look at the new Grand Final rules and the 'controversial' 13 Producers Picks in the running order. Is this going to be a runaway success or a runaway trainwreck? Tell us your thoughts. Support the show #eurovisionVon Douze Points Podcast

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News: Producer's Choice, Medals Under the Hammer and More Eurovision News! 6:58

7M ago6:58

6:58

It's been a big week, as the latest rule changes to the Eurovision running orders has caused quite a stir, but what is it, and how much will it really change anything? If you like this episode, make sure you check our deep dive on the rules of Eurovision, part 1 and part 2. Plus, it's a Eurovision first, as someone's medal goes to auction. Find out…

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A Shakespeare Adventure - Part 2 17:34

7M ago17:34

17:34

Uncle Chris and his community theatre company are on the run from some vicious guards in Elizabethan England! ‘What on earth do you think you’re doing here? How dare you interrupt my play…’ 👑⚔🪶 In their quest to find out the facts about Shakespeare for Connie, and the queens guards hot on their heels, the gang crash head first into a performance of…

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Whose back from the dead this Eurovision? 11:22

7M ago11:22

11:22

Send us a text This episode Petra Mede makes a big announcement, is it the resurrection of Eurovision's greatest musical halftime act? Meanwhile, Estonia reaches out to the other side of the veil and plays a Eurovision winning playing card. Find out what they're playing and more. All episodes streaming now on your favorite service! Support the show…

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Feature: 1974 - Wombles, Scoreboards, and Abba's Iconic Eurovision Win 14:06

7M ago14:06

14:06

To celebrate 50 years since Abba's famous victory in Brighton (incidentally the first UK-hosted Eurovision to be held outside London), Steven Perkins looks back at the 1974 contest. With a famous cameo from the Wombles, and a famous lack of Turkey and computers, it will go down as one of the great Eurovision Song Contests. Mentioned on this episode…

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Denmark kicking up the sand this Eurovision! 14:30

7M ago14:30

14:30

Send us a text In this episode we examine another three songs getting ready to sprinkle their unique touch on the Eurovision 2024 stage. Will it stick or will it be blown away? We know one Lord who's not onboard. We take a look at the public polls and Liz has a private moment in the archive room. File this one under X for X Files! The Douze Points …

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News: Switzerland Take Pole Position as the Race to Eurovision 2024 Heats Up 5:04

7M ago5:04

5:04

We know all of this year's songs, and it seems the Swiss are now gaining momentum, but can anyone stop them? It's still an open field this year, and Sweden is set to be very tough to call, but who is your money on? 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 Fa…

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The hot flush this Eurovision! Is staying home the new going out? 25:14

7M ago25:14

25:14

Send us a text No spoiler's episode. This week as people keep raving about going to Sweden for Eurovision, we try to cheer up those of us who missed out by examining the downsides of going outside. As we explore some of the worst reviewed pubs in Malmo, we have to ask, what's really better and is staying home the new going out? Face Your Ears Explo…

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A Shakespeare Adventure - Part 1 14:59

7M ago14:59

14:59

Connie needs help with her Shakespeare essay, so she asks Uncle Chris and his community theatre company to lend her a hand! ‘It feels quite royal in here, almost like we are at the Tudor court…’ 🫅📜✨ A bit rusty on their Shakespearean knowledge, Uncle Chris takes his theatre company back in time to Tudor, England, to gather the facts as they happen.…

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