Kantgate, Saunas and Super Saturday

Kantgate, Saunas and Super Saturday

Author: Bingewatch March 10, 2025 Duration: 14:14

The deadline for song submissions for this year's Eurovision Song Contest has almost passed, and as usual there is a flurry of last minute announcements.

So this week, Steven covers everything from Sweden's sauna song to Austria's operatic anthem with a bit of Kant thrown in for good measure.

One thing's for sure - we are in for an entertaining Eurovision season!

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Mentioned in this Episode:

Miriana Conte - ‘Kant’ (Malta, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qNK1tt6L5k

Céline Dion - ‘Ne partez pas sans moi’ (Switzerland, 1988): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXLWfXmlXPc

Marko Bosnjak - ‘Poison Cake’ (Croatia, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOodVfY8hCs

Baby Lasagna - ‘Rim Tim Tagi Dim’ (Croatia, 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIBjarAiAVc 

Ogenj - ‘Daj daj’ (Croatia NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biI9nzatVfE

JJ - ‘Wasted Love’ (Austria, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ieSTNpxvio

Erika Vikman - ‘Ich komme’ (Finland, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg3QoTpnqyw

Bambie Thug - ‘Doomsday Blue’ (Ireland, 2024): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMq8ofCstMQ

Adonxs - ‘Kiss Kiss Goodbye’ (Czechia, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm8CIICKAJU

KAJ - ‘Bara Bada Bastu’ (Sweden, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WK3HOMhAeQY

Måns Zelmerlöw - ‘Revolution’ (Sweden NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hf1t3xwict8

Måns Zelmerlöw - ‘Heroes’ (Sweden, 2015): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sGOwFVUU0I

NAPA - ‘Deslocado’ (Portugal, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-s1Cc2uEj3U

Henka - ‘I Wanna Destroy U’ (Portugal NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7dNMbXk7DY

Diana Vilharinho - ‘Cotovia’ (Portugal NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=944g5hxMsT0

Boosta - ‘BTW’ (San Marino NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuQ9T1mK8ig

Gabry Ponte - ‘Tutta l’Italia’ (San Marino, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GK2VVpSqUI

The Rumpled - ‘You Get Me So High’ (San Marino NF, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yv2IxFxAl3Y

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Hosted by journalist and lifelong superfan Steven Perkins, Douze Points is a fortnightly podcast from Bingewatch that treats the Eurovision Song Contest with the same depth and passion as a critically acclaimed TV series. This isn't just a seasonal recap; it's a year-round analysis for anyone who sees the contest as a compelling mix of high-stakes music, cultural commentary, and unforgettable television. Each episode weaves together breaking news, historical deep dives, and exclusive interviews, all while building the narrative toward the next contest. The discussion naturally extends beyond the stage, exploring how Eurovision intersects with broader trends in film, music, and pop culture. Listeners are invited into a ongoing conversation where predictions are debated, history is unpacked, and fan theories are thoroughly examined. Whether dissecting a national final's production values or analyzing a past winner's lasting impact, the podcast provides a dedicated space for thoughtful fandom. Your perspectives are part of the mix, too, as the show actively incorporates listener insights and those hot takes that make the community so vibrant. Join Steven as he navigates the road to Basel 2025 and everything that happens along the way, offering a smart, engaging listen that celebrates the complexity and joy of Eurovision.
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