31 May – You put your trust in me, I’ll take...
Let's be honest - our friends in Türkiye/Turkey are sorely missed from our favourite TV show. They added that bit of exotica to proceedings,...
1 April – I am avoiding all my friends
Do you have a favourite contest of all time? One where every song hits the mark, the host(s) do their job to perfection, and...
28 March – Do you hear my aggrieved silence the moment...
Do you miss Türkiye/Turkey? They weren't always every juror's favourite, but they did bring a little extra something to the contests they took part...
12 February – Rich courtesans are running after you
What's the oddest subject of a Eurovision song you can think of? Many things have been covered, mostly about falling in love with someone,...
4 December – Now the rest of the world is overruled
Many countries have very inconsistent results. For years they could finish way down the scoreboard. And then they win. It makes that win all...
19 September – Stay, don’t leave now, I’m lonely inside
Our friends in Turkey/Türkiye are taking a sabbatical at the moment, and many of you out there miss them. They brought something slightly exotic...
20 July – Is this the end of this crazy love?
The running order is always an interesting topic of debate. Is there a best spot to perform in if you want to win? Are...
29 September – Your eyes are glittering
Here's something we thought we'd never see. It's a performer from one country singing in another with whom there was no love lost for...
28 September – My road is the road of wisdom
Do you want someone who made an impression when she took part in our favourite TV programme? One who's performance will leave you out...
22 September – Laugh, laugh without stopping
Look towards the eastern Mediterranean, and you'll spot a large country that used to take part with gusto in our favourite TV show. They...