# Eurovision Song Contest on The No Agenda Show Eurovision Song Contest comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2009 to May 2021. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** April 2009 – May 2021 - **Related topics:** [Eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), [Song Contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/song-contest.md), [2021](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2021.md), [Azerbaijan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/azerbaijan.md), [Bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [Brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [Budget Cuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budget-cuts.md), [Bulgaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bulgaria.md), [Denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [Dutch Farmers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dutch-farmers.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### Eurovision Song Contest 2021, Italian Victory and Geo-Blocking - **Episode:** [1349: Wappie](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1349-wappie.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-23 - **Time:** 10:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1349-wappie/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-2021-italian-victory-and-geo-blocking.md The 2021 Eurovision Song Contest concluded in Rotterdam with the Italian rock band Måneskin winning the competition. The event, funded by government public broadcasting systems through the European Broadcasting Union, featured 37 participating countries including non-European members like Israel and Australia. NBC's Peacock streaming service acquired the U.S. broadcast rights, geo-blocking other feeds and removing the traditional humorous commentary, leading to plans for an independent fan-commentary stream next year. Keywords: [eurovision song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision-song-contest.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), maneskin, [peacock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peacock.md), [european broadcasting union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-broadcasting-union.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest, Hungary Withdrawal, Dutch Farmer Protests - **Episode:** [1197: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1197-fossil-fools.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-12 - **Time:** 2:33–4:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1197-fossil-fools/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-hungary-withdrawal-dutch-farmer-protests.md Discussion turns to European news, specifically the lack of interest in Brexit within the Netherlands compared to local issues. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has reportedly withdrawn Hungary from the Eurovision Song Contest, citing objections to the event's cultural direction. Locally in the Netherlands, farmers are threatening to block supply routes to supermarkets during the Christmas season to protest government regulations. Keywords: [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [eurovision song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision-song-contest.md), [hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md), [viktor orban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viktor-orban.md), [dutch farmers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dutch-farmers.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest and American Version Launch - **Episode:** [1138: Pregnant Person](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1138-pregnant-person.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-16 - **Time:** 2:33:40–2:36:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1138-pregnant-person/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-and-american-version-launch.md The Eurovision Song Contest is expanding with an official North American version, the "American Song Contest," slated for a 2021 launch. The hosts express skepticism, noting that the U.S. market is already saturated with singing competitions like "The Voice" and "American Idol." They commit to providing color commentary for the event regardless of its format. Keywords: [eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), american song contest, [ebu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebu.md), [hollywood reporter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood-reporter.md), [2021](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2021.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest 2017, Portugal Victory and Geopolitics - **Episode:** [929: Sologamy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-14 - **Time:** 6:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-2017-portugal-victory-and-geopolitics.md Portugal won the 2017 Eurovision Song Contest held in Kyiv, Ukraine, with a non-traditional ballad that stood out from the typical pop entries. Analysis of the event suggests that while Google trending stats predicted a win for Bulgaria, the professional jury and televoting system favored the Portuguese entry. The competition remains a significant geopolitical display where voting patterns often reflect regional alliances between Scandinavian, Baltic, and Slavic nations. Keywords: [eurovision song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision-song-contest.md), [portugal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portugal.md), [bulgaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bulgaria.md), salvador sobral, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [voting blocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting-blocks.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest Popularity and Neighbor Rivalries - **Episode:** [410: The Cheeseburger Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/410-the-cheeseburger-code.md) - **Published:** 2012-05-20 - **Time:** 45:55–48:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/410-the-cheeseburger-code/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-popularity-and-neighbor-rivalries.md The hosts briefly discuss the cultural phenomenon of the Eurovision Song Contest, attributing its massive television ratings to the opportunity for European nations to express rivalries with their neighbors. They compare the event's intensity to the World Cup. Keywords: [eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [television ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-ratings.md), [song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/song-contest.md), [nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nationalism.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest 2011, Azerbaijan Victory - **Episode:** [304: Chimp in Heat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/304-chimp-in-heat.md) - **Published:** 2011-05-15 - **Time:** 18:05–20:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/304-chimp-in-heat/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-2011-azerbaijan-victory.md Azerbaijan won the 2011 Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Running Scared" performed by Ell and Nikki. Despite the high production costs and elaborate staging, the event is characterized as a farce with poor musical quality. The victory brings the international competition to Baku for the following year. Keywords: [eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), [azerbaijan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/azerbaijan.md), running scared, [song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/song-contest.md), [music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest 2010, Germany Victory with Lena Meyer-Landrut - **Episode:** [204: Oil Spill Déjà vu](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/204-oil-spill-d-eacute-j-agrave-vu.md) - **Published:** 2010-05-30 - **Time:** 7:40–12:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/204-oil-spill-d-eacute-j-agrave-vu/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-2010-germany-victory-with-lena-meyer-landrut.md Germany won the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest held in Oslo, Norway (following Russia's previous win) with the song "Satellite" performed by Lena. The production featured massive stage sets and advanced camera technology. Speculation suggests Germany's victory was influenced by geopolitical factors and the European debt crisis, as other nations look to Germany for financial stability. Keywords: [eurovision song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision-song-contest.md), lena meyer-landrut, [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [satellite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite.md) ### Eurovision Song Contest and BBC Budget Issues - **Episode:** [85: Ketchup is Hard to Make](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/85-ketchup-is-hard-to-make.md) - **Published:** 2009-04-02 - **Time:** 1:20:06–1:21:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/85-ketchup-is-hard-to-make/chapter/eurovision-song-contest-and-bbc-budget-issues.md The BBC reportedly hoped its entry for the Eurovision Song Contest would lose because the network cannot afford the costs associated with hosting the following year's event. The hosts also note that long-time commentator Terry Wogan will not be participating in the broadcast this year. Keywords: [eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [terry wogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terry-wogan.md), [song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/song-contest.md), [budget cuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budget-cuts.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)