Éirevision

Alex and Conor are back to unpack the fallout from the EBU Winter General Assembly, where newly debated and enacted voting rules have reshaped the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. The decisions made at the meeting have paved the way for Israel’s participation, and prompted five countries to withdraw from the contest - including Ireland.In this episode, we'll be breaking down exactly what happened behind closed doors, what the new rules mean for Eurovision’s future, and how these changes could impact the contest moving forward. Plus, Irish Eurovision content creator ESC Tom joins us to share his perspective on the developments.Plus, we'll discuss what lies ahead for the Éirevision Podcast following Ireland’s withdrawal from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

We're back! It's finally time to kick-off season FOUR of the Éirevision Podcast. In this jam-packed premiere, we catch up after a 'quiet' few months and tease everything coming your way this season. First up: Ireland has a brand-new delegation! Alan Tyler and Katherine Drohan take over, and Michael Kealy bows out — and yes, we’ve got thoughts!.Then we jet off to… Vienna! The 2026 Host City is official. Plus: there’s a shiny new Eurovision logo and the internet is doing what the internet does best.After a quick breather, we dive into the return of Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova to the contest. Could Canada be knocking on the Eurovision door too?And of course, we chat through the big talking point of the year: Ireland withdrawing from the contest alongside Spain, Slovenia, The Netherlands and potentially more. We'll catch-up with all the latest news as we edge closer to the EBU General Assembly meeting in December which will decide if Israel stays or goes...Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

It’s time to wrap things up! In this season finale, we’re reflecting on Ireland’s Eurovision journey and asking the million-euro question: should we stick with a national final or take the plunge with an internal selection? We’re also recapping the latest headlines - from Martin Österdahl’s departure to the race between Vienna and Innsbruck for hosting duties - before closing things out with a quick-fire Q&A to send the season off in style.Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

Conor, Lou, and Alex are back together at last to unpack everything from Basel. In the second episode of our two-part special, we ask: what the hell just happened?In part two, we're sharing our stand out moments from across the week of Eurovision 2025, and our biggest shocks. We're also discussing Ireland's 13th place finish in the second semi-final. Plus, choose our stand-out moments from Basel.Be sure to follow us on social media and stay tuned for part two, where we continue to dissect the results and share more insights from this thrilling Eurovision journey.Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

Eurovision 2025 is officially over! Conor, Lou, and Alex are back together at last to unpack everything from Basel. In the first of our two-part special, we ask: what the hell just happened?In part one, we're sharing our thoughts and feelings about this year's contest and reliving the highs, lows, and unforgettable moments from Basel. We also walk you through the all-important Top-10 result, breaking down the jury vs. televote drama, stand-out performances, and what the results mean for Eurovision going forward. Plus, we can't help but discuss the controversies around the voting process that left us all scratching our heads.Be sure to follow us on social media and stay tuned for part two, where we continue to dissect the results and share more insights from this thrilling Eurovision journey.Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

It’s Grand Final day of Eurovision 2025! Lou is joined by Mathshall, Meehall to dissecting everything you need to know ahead of the big show tonight. Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

Semi-Final 2 of Eurovision 2025 delivered its share of drama, surprise qualifiers, and emotional exits as Ireland’s EMMY and her high-energy anthem "Laika Party" unfortunately missing out on a place in Saturday’s Grand Final.Despite a performance filled with intergalactic flair and an infectious chorus, Ireland fell short in a fiercely competitive lineup. It’s a tough result for Irish fans, many of whom had placed big hopes on EMMY’s bold staging and pop appeal to take them through.The 10 countries that did secure a place in the Grand Final are:🇱🇹 Lithuania | Katarsis – Tavo Akys🇮🇱 Israel | Yuval Raphael – New Day Will Rise🇦🇲 Armenia | PARG – SURVIVOR🇩🇰 Denmark | Sissal – Hallucination🇦🇹 Austria | JJ – Wasted Love🇱🇺 Luxembourg | Laura Thorn – La Poupée Monte Le Son🇫🇮 Finland | Erika Vikman – ICH KOMME🇱🇻 Latvia | Tautumeitas – Bur Man Laimi🇲🇹 Malta | Miriana Conte – SERVING🇬🇷 Greece | Klavdia – AsteromátaConor and Lou are joined by Alex Basmati to dissect the results — from surprise qualifiers to the biggest snubs of the night. Together, they break down what worked, what didn’t, and why EMMY’s space-pop spectacle may have struggled to connect with voters.Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

Conor and Lou are back with another episode during Eurovision Week, and things are heating up.Yesterday marked the first full dress rehearsal for Semi-Final 2, complete with a live audience. This run-through is the clearest look yet at how each act will come across on screen and in the arena. They'll be giving their honest thoughts on the performances on the big night.Naturally, all eyes are on Ireland. EMMY took to the stage with 'Laika Party. Following Ireland’s qualification last year, can Ireland continue the real momentum and qualify for the Final? Also, Alex Basmati is on the ground in Basel. She's chatting to GJ Kooijman (Eurovision Journalist), Liv Webster (Aussievision), Chris Calling (YouTuber), and Rob Lilley-Jones (The EuroTrip) about Ireland's staging and chances of qualification. Alex also chats to Michael Kealy - The Irish Head of Delegation about Ireland's staging, the political situation surrounding Eurovision in Ireland, and more. Join the conversation live, share your thoughts in the chat, and let us know who you think is heading to the Grand Final. Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

The results are in! In this episode, we're reacting to the outcome of Semi-Final 1 of Eurovision 2025, and what a rollercoaster it was. Ten countries have secured their spot in the Grand Final:🇳🇴 Norway – Kyle Alessandro – Lighter🇦🇱 Albania – Shkodra Elektronike – Zjerm🇸🇪 Sweden – KAJ – Bara Bada Bastu🇮🇸 Iceland – VÆB – RÓA🇳🇱 Netherlands – Claude – C’est La Vie🇵🇱 Poland – Justyna Steczkowska – GAJA🇸🇲 San Marino – Gabry Ponte – Tutta L’Italia🇪🇪 Estonia – Tommy Cash – Espresso Macchiato🇵🇹 Portugal – NAPA – Deslocado🇺🇦 Ukraine – Ziferblat – Bird of PrayWe break down each qualifier, surprise non-qualifiers, and standout moments from the night. Reporting live from the press centre in Basel, Alex Basmati brings us the post-show energy, speaking with Roy Postema (*ESC United*, RoyPM), Adam McCallig (*TikTok*), Rob Lilley-Jones (*The EuroTrip*), and Chris Calling(YouTuber) to get their immediate takes. Plus, on the livestream highlights, Alesia Michelle drops in to chat Semi 1 with Conor and Lou – expect laughter, drama, and plenty of Eurovision love following one of the most dramatic Semi-Final outcomes in recent years!Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.

Eurovision Week 2025 continues. In today's episode, it’s all kicking off in Basel as we bring you our first reactions hot off the dress rehearsal for Semi-Final 1 of Eurovision 2025! In this episode, we break down every performance from tonight’s run-through — who wowed us, who still has work to do, and who looks like a lock for Saturday night’s Grand Final. Joining us live from Basel, Alex Basmati is on the ground with all the behind-the-scenes buzz. She also chats with James Stephenson from Eurovoix and fan-favourite YouTuber ESC Tom to hear their takes following the afternoon’s press viewing.Head over to our social media sites now for more videos, photos, and games! Also, let us know your thoughts on anything we discussed in this episode.