Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast https://audioboom.com/channels/5085507 audioboom.com Sat, 10 May 2025 23:01:00 +0000 en https://audioboom.com/i/39566166.jpg Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast https://audioboom.com/channels/5085507 false Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast nulpointspodcast@gmail.com 03eb45c4-de90-5659-a61c-aa5259c7757a All rights reserved https://audioboom.com/channels/5085507.rss episodic Eurovision 2025: Our songs to watch out for https://audioboom.com/posts/8717773 2663 false full UK Eurovision fans Laura Cress and Martyn Williams return for a look ahead to Eurovision 2025.
You'll get their thoughts on the songs to watch out for in Basel this year. You could win, who definitely won't and who'll make you laugh?
That plus a look at some of the news and controversy around the contest this year.

Don't forget to get in touch with your thoughts. Drop us an email at nulpointspodcast@gmail.com ]]> Sat, 10 May 2025 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2025-05-09:/posts/8717773 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The Eurovision songs to know about in 2024 https://audioboom.com/posts/8498637 1943 false full Nul Points is back to celebrate this year's Eurovision Song Contest. UK fans Martyn and Laura take you through the six songs they think are worth knowing about this year.
There's also plenty to digest with the big changes announced to the contest by the EBU. ]]> Sat, 04 May 2024 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2024-05-01:/posts/8498637 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The End https://audioboom.com/posts/8360636 1714 false full Join Martyn Williams and Laura Cress in the final episode of Nul Points. They'll remember some of their favourite moments in the almost four years of creating the podcast and read your messages and comments as the Eurovision fan podcast comes to an end. ]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-08-31:/posts/8360636 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast It's Malmö https://audioboom.com/posts/8332049 1256 false full Eurovision 2024 is off to Malmö! Martyn and Laura react to that announcement and have a big announcement of their own to make.]]> Sun, 09 Jul 2023 20:43:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-07-08:/posts/8332049 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Host city, backing vocals and EuroRiffs https://audioboom.com/posts/8318568 1438 false full Martyn and Laura are back with another episode of Nul Points. There's a lot to catch up on as the search for which Swedish city will host the 2024 contest gets underway. There's also a bit of goss coming out of France and Romania, discussions on the future of pre-recorded backing vocals being used and you'll get the thoughts of Suzie from the EuroRiffs podcast. ]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-06-16:/posts/8318568 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision Grand Final 2023: The full debrief https://audioboom.com/posts/8302110 1856 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their considered thoughts on this year's contest in Liverpool. You'll get the thoughts of Eurovision stats guru Scott Reid and hear from inside Loreen's press conference. ]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 23:29:02 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-05-16:/posts/8302110 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision Grand Final instant reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8300485 1034 false full Laura's at the media centre in Liverpool and Martyn's been watching with his girlfriend Rachel in Surrey. They bring you their instant reaction to the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.]]> Sat, 13 May 2023 23:57:53 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-05-13:/posts/8300485 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Semi-final two reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8299439 1475 false full Martyn and Laura have been in the Eurovision Village to watch Thursday night's second semi-final on the big screen. You'll hear their reaction plus the thoughts of some of the other people watching in the fan zone in Liverpool.
There's also a chat with the BBC's Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg. He's a huge fan of the contest and has travelled from Moscow to play Eurovision hits on the piano.]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 23:55:21 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-05-11:/posts/8299439 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Exploring Liverpool and Lord of the Lost https://audioboom.com/posts/8298759 1837 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura spend the day getting to know Liverpool in its role as host city for Eurovision 2023. You'll hear what happened when 2022 Norwegian entry Subwoolfer dropped in to a branch of Lush, plus get the thoughts of loads of fans of the contest.
There's also a special interview with German entry Lord of the Lost from backstage. ]]> Wed, 10 May 2023 23:26:11 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-05-10:/posts/8298759 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Semi-Final one reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8298105 1288 false full Martyn and Laura are in Liverpool and have just watched the first semi-final at the arena. They share their thoughts on the winners and losers as well as hearing from fans at the event.
Cress has been on the Eurovision train from London to Liverpool. You'll hear how she got on! ]]> Tue, 09 May 2023 23:32:07 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-05-09:/posts/8298105 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Rehearsals and a look at Liverpool https://audioboom.com/posts/8296295 1638 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura chat to YouTuber Maxxy Rainbow who's already in Liverpool ahead of the contest.

There's also reaction to clips of rehearsals and news of a change to the format of the semi-finals. ]]> Sat, 06 May 2023 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-05-05:/posts/8296295 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision songs to watch 2023 https://audioboom.com/posts/8288950 1790 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress share their thoughts on the songs to watch out for in Liverpool. These aren't necessarily the entries that are tipped to win but they're ones you should be aware of for a whole variety of reasons. From the odds on favourite to the one that's a bit bonkers, let Martyn and Laura take you on a Eurovision journey with the cast of 2023. ]]> Sat, 29 Apr 2023 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-04-26:/posts/8288950 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Blood, glitter and postcards https://audioboom.com/posts/8281124 1376 false full Martyn and Laura bring you more news from the world of Eurovision where there's now less than a month to go until the contest.

The pair chat to lyricist Anthony J. Brown who helped write Germany's entry this year. Plus, details of Junior Eurovision in France and you'll find out what the postcards might look like. ]]> Sat, 15 Apr 2023 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-04-13:/posts/8281124 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast There ain't no party like a Eurovision pre-party https://audioboom.com/posts/8273982 1374 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura are back. This week there are loads more songs to react to. There's also news of the semi-final running order and details of where you can party with your favourite Eurovision stars ahead of the contest. ]]> Sun, 02 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-04-01:/posts/8273982 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Full reaction to UK Eurovision entry https://audioboom.com/posts/8264927 1767 false full Fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress give you their full considered reaction to I Wrote A Song by Mae Muller which will represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest this year.

They chat to Vaughan Staples, head of the OGAE UK, for his thoughts on the entry. Plus, loads more entries to bring you ahead of the event in May.]]> Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-03-16:/posts/8264927 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast UK Eurovision entry first reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8261002 443 false full Martyn and Laura bring you their initial reaction to the UK's 2023 Eurovision entry, I Wrote A Song by Mae Muller. ]]> Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:44:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-03-09:/posts/8261002 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Ukraine war one year on https://audioboom.com/posts/8257505 1781 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura bring you a special episode to reflect one year since Russia invaded Ukraine. You'll hear from BBC Ukrainian journalist and song contest fan Marta Shokalo who's just got back from Kyiv. She reflects on her memories of covering Eurovision, last year's winning moment and how war has changed the country.

There are also more songs out so Martyn and Cress will bring you their thoughts! ]]> Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-03-03:/posts/8257505 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Super Saturday and a Melodifestivalen update https://audioboom.com/posts/8249093 1790 false full So many Eurovision songs have been released! UK fans Laura and Martyn bring you their thoughts on them. There's also a chat with Emil Löfström from the Eurovision Legends podcast in Sweden. He brings you up to date with the latest from Melodifestivalen and has news of an exciting interview with Loreen.

All that plus the return of Flop That Euro Bop and Cress eats some crisps.

If you want to hear Emil's music, it's here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1T3U6wwcZ5MYKSjDwLmOY8?si=dYLpxqdGTKStsfvktZXVTg ]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-02-17:/posts/8249093 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision logo and slogan revealed https://audioboom.com/posts/8241047 1665 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress return to bring you more from the crazy world of The Eurovision Song Contest. This week the contest's new logo and slogan have been revealed, plus more countries announce who they'll be sending to Liverpool in May.

There's also a podcast update to bring to your attention and your correspondence. ]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-02-02:/posts/8241047 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Ireland gets ready to decide https://audioboom.com/posts/8236113 1472 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura link up with Irish fans Louise and Conor from the Éirevision podcast. They give their thoughts on who Ireland might be sending to the contest ahead of the winning act being revealed.

Plus, controversy in Malta and some secret squirrel news about the UK's entry. ]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-01-25:/posts/8236113 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Hasta la vista and Lydon's lip https://audioboom.com/posts/8232410 1474 false full Eurovision Song Contest fans Martyn and Laura bring you the latest news from one of the world's biggest TV shows.

There's news from France who've chosen who they're sending to Liverpool, Belgium have a man in a large hat and John Lydon's causing all sorts of bother for Ireland. Plus, find out which Hollywood superstar has been lending his support to Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra. ]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-01-18:/posts/8232410 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Drip drip dip and a Sex Pistols song https://audioboom.com/posts/8228890 1439 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you this week's edition of Nul Points with added danger! Will Martyn's roof fall down mid-recording?
Plenty to talk about this week as Ireland have shortlisted their Liverpool hopefuls. There's also your Eurovision predictions and the return of Flop That Euro Bop! ]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-01-12:/posts/8228890 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast ESC 250 winner isn't Loreen?! https://audioboom.com/posts/8225319 1384 false full For the first time in 4,000 years Loreen hasn't topped the ESC 250 poll of Eurovision songs. Who's emerged victorious and what do UK fans Martyn and Laura think about it?

You'll also find out how Eurovision played a huge role in seeing in the New Year and Laura and Martyn finally finish their Christmas quiz. ]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2023-01-06:/posts/8225319 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Best Bits 2022 https://audioboom.com/posts/8222573 2143 false full At the end of the year Martyn and Laura took time out to reflect on some of their favourite bits from the podcast in 2022. Featuring chats with fans in the Eurovision Village, our reaction to the final result, an interview with the Latvian entry and so much more.
Thanks for taking the time to listen to Nul Points through 2022. We're back with more in 2023.]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-12-30:/posts/8222573 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The Nul Points Christmas Eurovision quiz 2022 https://audioboom.com/posts/8220106 1750 false full The Christmas quiz is back for another year! Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura take questions from some of their favourite guests. How will you get on this year?
There's also news from Ukraine which has chosen who it'll be sending to Liverpool in 2023. ]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2022 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-12-22:/posts/8220106 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Junior Eurovision reaction and Eurovision Queens https://audioboom.com/posts/8215160 1728 false full Martyn and Laura return to bring you their reaction to The Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2022. There's also news from Celine Dion and your correspondence.

All that plus a chat with Andy and Ryan from the Eurovision Queens podcast who drop by to give their thoughts on the contest and what they want to see in Liverpool next year. ]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-12-15:/posts/8215160 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Songs to watch out for at Junior Eurovision 2022 https://audioboom.com/posts/8210052 1648 false full The Junior Eurovision Song Contest takes place on Sunday in Yerevan, Armenia. 16 entries will battle it out but who do Laura and Martyn think stand a chance of victory? The UK Eurovision fans bring you their favourites in this year's competition.

Plus, news from Ireland, a look at Liverpool's EuroClub and Flop That Euro Bop continues. ]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:33:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-12-07:/posts/8210052 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Loreen could be back at Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8206499 1319 false full It's time for another edition of the UK-based Eurovision fan podcast, Nul Points. Martyn Williams and Laura Cress give their thoughts on some of this week's big developments. Norway's been setting out changes it's making to the way it runs its selection shows, you're being asked to vote in The Eurovision Awards and former contest winner Loreen could be back to represent Sweden next year.

All that plus another round of Flop That Euro Bop and your correspondence.]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-12-02:/posts/8206499 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision voting rules are changing https://audioboom.com/posts/8202636 1472 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you reaction to the news that voting rules are changing for the 2023 contest. They chat to Samantha Ross from the 12 Points From America podcast and ESC Insight about what the new plans might mean.

Plus, the terrible singing is back as Martyn has a go at Flop That Euro Bop and, as always, there's your correspondence. ]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-11-25:/posts/8202636 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Martyn's in Seattle and Måneskin (and ABBA) at the Grammy's https://audioboom.com/posts/8199653 937 false full Martyn is continuing his travels, this time in Seattle, whilst Laura looks through the latest Eurovision news, especially the fact that both ABBA and Måneskin have been nominated for Grammy awards! Normal service to resume next week!]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-11-19:/posts/8199653 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Martyn's in Canada and the UK's Junior Eurovision entry https://audioboom.com/posts/8193919 1596 false full  It's a different Nul Points as Martyn gives his thoughts from Vancouver in Cananda. Meanwhile back in the UK Laura talks about the UK's Junior Eurovision entry, plus Belgium's national entry selection artists - and will Loreen's Euphoria ever NOT win ESC 250?   ]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-11-09:/posts/8193919 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Taylor Swift's new song sounds familiar to Eurovision fans https://audioboom.com/posts/8187889 1356 false full Martyn and Laura bring you another look at some of the big news from The Eurovision Song Contest.

You'll hear the latest on how Spain, Estonia and The Netherlands are picking their entry, how one Eurovision fan reckons a new Taylor Swift song sounds oddly familiar!

That plus another Flop That Euro Bop to have a go at. ]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-11-03:/posts/8187889 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Finland's pre-party party and a Ukrainian bunker https://audioboom.com/posts/8184158 1473 false full Martyn's on a walk in Scotland for this week's edition of the podcast. Eurovision fans Laura Cress and Martyn Williams are back to discuss the latest goings on ahead of the 2023 contest. You'll hear news from Ukraine, Finland, Spain and more. Plus, there's another round of Flop That Euro Bop. Enjoy!!]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-10-28:/posts/8184158 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The countries that won't compete at Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8178415 1537 false full 37 countries have said they're taking part in Eurovision 2023 but which ones aren't and why? Martyn and Laura discuss that and the rest of this week's contest news in this edition of the podcast.

That plus the usual fun and games, including a surprise return for Correction Corner. ]]> Sat, 22 Oct 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-10-20:/posts/8178415 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Liverpool Eurovision accommodation skyrockets https://audioboom.com/posts/8173298 1229 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their take on this week's news from the contest. With Liverpool confirmed as the host city, hotel rooms are shooting up in price. Also, will Cress guess this week's Flop That Euro Bop correctly?

As always, your thoughts on this week's episode are always welcome. Contact us on social media or send an email to nulpointspodcast@gmail.com ]]> Sat, 15 Oct 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-10-12:/posts/8173298 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Liverpool named as Eurovision 2023 host city https://audioboom.com/posts/8171201 1636 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you reaction to the news that Liverpool has been named as the host city for The Eurovision Song Contest 2023.

You'll hear from a Liverpool Eurovision fan and find out how Graham Norton almost ruined the surprise! All that plus Flop That Euro Bop, the rest of the week's Eurovision news and your correspondence. ]]> Sat, 08 Oct 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-10-07:/posts/8171201 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Glasgow or Liverpool? https://audioboom.com/posts/8163837 1767 false full And then there were two! The host city for 2023 will be either Glasgow or Liverpool. Martyn and Laura give you their thoughts.
Also in this episode, the Junior Eurovision Song Contest has a new slogan for 2022. It's silly... but not as silly as the one Laura thinks could be an alternative.
Plenty of news about that, another Flop That Euro Bop and you'll find out what Sam Ryder and Laura Cress have in common. ]]> Sat, 01 Oct 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-09-26:/posts/8163837 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Melodifestivalen update and holiday disasters https://audioboom.com/posts/8161266 1570 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura are back from their holidays with disaster stories to tell! There's plenty of stories in the world of Eurovision too with an OGAE controversy making headlines and an update from Sweden's selection process, Melodifestivalen, that'll mean a lot of work for producers of the show.
All that plus another edition of Flop That Euro Bop and your correspondence.]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-09-21:/posts/8161266 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Bam Schneider and a catio https://audioboom.com/posts/8154041 1531 false full In this edition of Nul Points Martyn and Laura discuss the BBC's new selection process for the 2023 entry (spoiler alert: it's exactly the same as the old one), Ukrainian fans call for Russia's fan network not to be included in future events and there's another episode of Flop That Euro Bop. ]]> Sat, 10 Sep 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-09-08:/posts/8154041 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Fan y Big and another Eurovision year https://audioboom.com/posts/8151357 1322 false full Martyn's been for a walk up a big hill and wants to tell Cress all about it. She's only interested in the fact it's the start of a new Eurovision year.
All the Eurovision goss plus another round of Flop That Euro Bop to have a go at! ]]> Sun, 04 Sep 2022 16:03:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-09-03:/posts/8151357 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast UK back in Junior Eurovision and Cress in Germany https://audioboom.com/posts/8146655 1258 false full Eurovision fans Martyn WIlliams and Laura Cress react to the news that the UK's announced it'll participate in Junior Eurovision for the first time since 2005. Also, what's Laura doing in Germany? ]]> Sat, 27 Aug 2022 23:01:00 +0000 tag:audioboom.com,2022-08-26:/posts/8146655 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Måneskin festival furore and host city odds https://audioboom.com/posts/8146364 1385 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with another edition of your favourite Eurovision fan podcast. In this episode they chat about Italian 2021 winners Måneskin who've pulled out of a UK festival to play at the MTV Music Awards. There's also the betting odds for which city will host the contest in 2023 and the answer to Flop The Euro Bop. ]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2022 23:01:06 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1325226952 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast UK host cities shortlist revealed https://audioboom.com/posts/8146365 1333 false full Martyn and Laura are back for another edition of your favourite Eurovision fan podcast. The BBC's announced the seven cities shortlisted to host the contest in 2023. Martyn and Cress give their thoughts on the cities in the running.
There's also another edition of Flop The Euro Bob. Can you work out what listener Luke is singing?]]> Sat, 13 Aug 2022 23:01:06 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1323178186 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast London calling https://audioboom.com/posts/8146366 1515 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back to bring you more chat about The Eurovision Song Contest. After missing it out last episode Martyn and Laura discuss whether London could host in 2023 with Jay Lacey from EuroStarz.
There's also another round of Euro Terrible Singer... or will it have another name by the end of the episode? ]]> Sat, 06 Aug 2022 23:01:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1318180909 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast UK to host Eurovision 2023 https://audioboom.com/posts/8146367 1578 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress celebrate the news that the UK has been announced as the host of The Eurovision Song Contest 2023.
Now the battle begins for which city will host the event. Martyn and Laura pit Eurovision fans against each other as they champion their favourite UK city.]]> Sat, 30 Jul 2022 23:01:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1314610039 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The British Podcast Awards and another Eurovision spin-off https://audioboom.com/posts/8146368 871 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress take you backstage at The British Podcast Awards (where they won nothing). You'll get their thoughts on that plus the latest Eurovision goings on. Will a Latin America version of the contest be a success?
Your thoughts always welcome.]]> Sat, 23 Jul 2022 23:03:23 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1310651878 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast A Canadian in Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146369 1313 false full Martyn and Laura chat to Matti McLean from the A Canadian In Eurovision and Think About Eurovision podcasts. He gives you his thoughts on how Eurovision Canada might work and whether there are lessons to be learnt from The American Song Contest.
Plus, with Israel announcing its act eight months before the deadline, is this the earliest announcement ever?! ]]> Sat, 16 Jul 2022 23:01:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1304392042 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast What really goes on backstage at Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146370 1390 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with another edition of the UK-based Eurovision fan podcast, Nul Points.
In this episode the pair chat to Charlie Koncher who worked as an official photographer for the Latvian delegation. He reveals all about what really happens backstage.
Plus, Trivia Time returns to bring you some exciting Eurovision facts. ]]> Sat, 02 Jul 2022 23:01:07 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1297997533 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Your award-nominated Eurovision podcast https://audioboom.com/posts/8146371 1211 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you more updates on The Eurovision Song Contest. They're particularly excited this week, and it's not because Martyn's got a blanket on his head. Nul Points has been nominated for an award!
Details on that plus everything you need to know about Eurovision in this latest episode. ]]> Sat, 25 Jun 2022 23:01:03 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1293275500 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The UK to host Eurovision 2023? https://audioboom.com/posts/8146372 1588 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura react to the news that the EBU is in talks with the BBC for the UK to host the contest next year.
Plus, your correspondence. ]]> Sat, 18 Jun 2022 23:01:07 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1290091675 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Cheating juries allegations https://audioboom.com/posts/8146373 1290 false full Martyn and Laura bring you everything you need to know after allegations of cheating came to light at Eurovision 2022. They chat to Ewan Spence from ESC Insight who sheds some light on what might've happened.
Also, how many people watched this year and is Martyn's tooth ok?]]> Sun, 29 May 2022 07:23:15 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1277196088 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Ukrainians react to their Eurovision win https://audioboom.com/posts/8146374 1533 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you all the fallout from the 2022 contest. They're joined by a Ukranian fan who brings you a sense of the feeling in the country following the huge outpouring of support from the European public.
There's also more information on voting irregularities and what was done by the EBU to address it. ]]> Sat, 21 May 2022 23:01:09 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1271931007 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision Grand Final 2022: The full debrief https://audioboom.com/posts/8146375 2090 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their more considered thoughts on The Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin.
Paul Jordan, aka Dr Eurovision, shares his insight into how the night panned out and Cress has a number of rants. ]]> Sun, 15 May 2022 20:54:16 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1268914600 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Instant reaction to the Eurovision Song Contest final 2022 https://audioboom.com/posts/8146376 654 false full Martyn and Laura react to this year's Eurovision Song Contest final. ]]> Sat, 14 May 2022 23:22:47 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1268499844 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Semi final two reaction and Citi Zēni https://audioboom.com/posts/8146377 1154 false full Martyn and Laura grabbed a quick chat with Citi Zēni at their impromptu performance outside a café in Turin. There's also reaction to the second semi final from the Eurovision Village.]]> Thu, 12 May 2022 23:27:59 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1267294108 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Exploring Turin with Eurovision fans https://audioboom.com/posts/8146378 1526 false full Martyn and Laura head out to enjoy some of the sights Turin has to offer whilst they chat to Eurovision fans and people involved with the contest.
Samantha Ross gives a unique insight into what's going on behind the scenes of the EBU and YouTuber Maxxy Rainbow gives thoughts on who might win this year. All that plus Cress does a terrible impression of Michael Caine. ]]> Wed, 11 May 2022 23:00:19 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1266584059 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Semi final one reaction from the Eurovision Village https://audioboom.com/posts/8146379 858 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are out in Turin and have been watching the first semi final of the 2022 contest in the Eurovision Village. You'll get reaction from fans there and the thoughts of Martyn and Laura.]]> Tue, 10 May 2022 23:19:47 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1265965654 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision songs to watch this year https://audioboom.com/posts/8146380 1824 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their pick of the songs to take note of at the contest in 2022.
From the wacky to the potential winners this is your essential guide to what's worth watching in Turin.
There's also news from rehearsals that have taken place this week and details of who fans think might win.]]> Sat, 07 May 2022 08:00:03 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1263295387 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision Canada?! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146381 1748 false full Laura and Martyn are up late at night to record the podcast this week. They're discussing the announcement there's going to be a Eurovision Canada next year. There's also news of more fan events happening in Turin and the pair give their top five entries so far. ]]> Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:13 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1258938748 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Interval act and a Turin tour https://audioboom.com/posts/8146382 1617 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress chat to the head of the OGAE Italy Cristina Giuntini. She's got some great tips for what to see and do in Turin, as well as giving her thoughts on who she wants to win this year.
There's also news of what's happening at half time during one of the semi finals and Laura grills Martyn in this week's Trivia Time.]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:11 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1255670185 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Who Eurovision fans think should win in Turin https://audioboom.com/posts/8146383 1458 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their thoughts on the latest news from The Eurovision Song Contest. There's an Easter theme to this episode with Martyn testing Cress's trivia knowledge for an egg. Plus, a sneaky look at the Eurovision stage and you'll find out how song contest fans rate the entries this year. ]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:00:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1250816032 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Tickets and postcards please https://audioboom.com/posts/8146384 1382 false full Martyn and Laura are back with another episode of the Eurovision fan podcast, Nul Points. This episode sees the return of Trivia Time, a chat about getting tickets for the live shows and a new podcast on the block. ]]> Sun, 10 Apr 2022 14:49:54 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1247749144 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast ESC tickets and My Eurovision Scoreboard https://audioboom.com/posts/8146385 1448 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you another episode of the podcast which celebrates the world's biggest TV show, The Eurovision Song Contest.
In this episode you'll meet the creator of an app which allows you to share your own scoreboard with other fans, there are details of how you can get tickets to see the shows in Turin and the Eurovision village returns in 2022. ]]> Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:00:13 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1242709123 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Let The American Song Contest begin! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146386 1571 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress chat to Samantha Ross from ESC Insight and the 12 Points From America podcast about The American Song Contest which launched this week. It's the US version of Eurovision, where states and territories battle it out over two months of live competition.
Plus, finally all 40 Eurovision songs are out, with under 50 days to go until Turin.]]> Sun, 27 Mar 2022 08:00:13 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1238148985 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Sweden, Iceland, Malta and more https://audioboom.com/posts/8146387 1677 false full The final tranche of songs have been announced for this year's Eurovision Song Contest. UK fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress give you their thoughts on what's going to Turin. ]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2022 09:00:13 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1235168878 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast UK fans react to Sam Ryder’s Space Man https://audioboom.com/posts/8146388 1532 false full UK Eurovision fans Laura and Martyn take a closer look at the song that'll represent the United Kingdom this year. They're joined by Eurovision fan Liam and Vaughan Staples, the head of the OGAE UK fan group. Will Space Man by Sam Ryder rocket the UK off the bottom of the leaderboard? ]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:00:17 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1230577588 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast UK entry first reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8146389 623 false full SPACE MAN by Sam Ryder will represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest 2022. Martyn and Laura react the moment it was revealed on BBC Radio 1.]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2022 10:29:15 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1229663194 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Knitted hats, silver teeth and Mystic Meg https://audioboom.com/posts/8146390 1792 false full Martyn and Laura introduce you to more of the songs that'll be competing at Eurovision this year. You'll hear Ukraine's entry which is one of nine discussed in this week's episode.
There's also rumour around what the UK's putting forward and an unlikely list of stars in The American Song Contest which gets underway soon.]]> Sun, 06 Mar 2022 21:54:59 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1227627706 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Russia is banned from Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146391 1714 false full Following its invasion of Ukraine the EBU has decided that Russia will not be competing in Turin. In a very different episode to normal you'll get reaction to that from hosts Martyn Williams and Laura Cress. Also, Dr Eurovision, Paul Jordan, puts the EBU's decision into context.]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2022 16:27:48 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1223398177 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The sun within https://audioboom.com/posts/8146392 1722 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams look at more of the entries for this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Malta, San Marino, Poland, Croatia, Norway and Slovenia all have songs out this week.
There's also the latest news from Ukraine, The American Song Contest and your correspondence. ]]> Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:22:39 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1219346626 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast In the thick of it https://audioboom.com/posts/8146393 1689 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura have so many new entries to tell you about as countries announce the songs they're sending to Turin.
You'll get reaction to music from Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ukraine, Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia. ]]> Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:51:09 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1215021175 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Mika's hosting Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146394 1644 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you reaction to the news that Mika will be one of the three hosts at The Eurovision Song Contest in Italy this year. You'll hear from Mika superfan Jaela from The Netherlands who's understandably chuffed.
All that plus a Mika-themed Trivia Time and a look at how the USA is getting ready for the launch of The American Song Contest. ]]> Sun, 06 Feb 2022 09:00:05 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1210045144 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The sound of beauty https://audioboom.com/posts/8146395 1443 false full Martyn and Laura share their thoughts on Spain's entry to The Eurovision Song Contest 2022. There's more news of upcoming song announcements and an odd tag line for the design and branding. That last bit sounds very boring. ]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:36:26 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1207889560 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast National selections and late Americans https://audioboom.com/posts/8146396 1415 false full Laura and Martyn are back with their take on what's happening with The Eurovision Song Contest.
There's lots of news from the various national selection shows, The American Song Contest has been delayed due to covid and we now know when the semi-final order is getting decided.
There's also your correspondence and a Meat Loaf-themed Trivia Time.]]> Sun, 23 Jan 2022 09:00:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1200974713 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Happy New Year, Mr President https://audioboom.com/posts/8146397 1370 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with another episode of Eurovision fan podcast Nul Points. In this episode they welcome the new President of fan group OGAE UK, Vaughan Staples. Plus, there's loads of Eurovision news and song reveals to catch up on. ]]> Sun, 16 Jan 2022 09:00:08 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1190955496 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Best Bits 2021 (Part 2) https://audioboom.com/posts/8146398 1881 false full Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura look back at some of their favourite bits from the Nul Points podcast in 2021.
This episode looks back at their reaction to the shock result of the final, gets the goss from backstage with Wiwibloggs creator William Lee Adams and brings you another chance to hear from broadcast Iain Dale and Iceland's Daði Freyr. ]]> Sun, 09 Jan 2022 09:00:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1181804833 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Best Bits 2021 (Part 1) https://audioboom.com/posts/8146399 1605 false full UK Eurovision fans Laura Cress and Martyn Williams bring you a look back at some of their favourite moments from the podcast in 2021. In this episode you'll hear Katrina from Katrina And The Waves, BBC Russia correspondent Steve Rosenberg (with his piano) and you'll meet the Swedish man who recreates the entire contest out of Lego every year. ]]> Sat, 01 Jan 2022 09:00:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1181783032 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The Nul Points Christmas Eurovision quiz 2021 https://audioboom.com/posts/8146400 1337 false full Merry Christmas from Martyn and Laura, the hosts of this UK-based Eurovision fan podcast. In this episode the pair try to answer quiz Eurovisions from some of their favourite podcast guests. How well will you do? Good luck! ]]> Sat, 25 Dec 2021 09:00:06 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1181253007 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Junior Eurovision 2021 https://audioboom.com/posts/8146401 1559 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their thoughts on this year's Junior Eurovision. They're joined by Eurovision fan and YouTuber Maxxy Rainbow who gives you her take on the final result. ]]> Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:42:33 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1180895962 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Junior Eurovision 2021 preview https://audioboom.com/posts/8146402 1416 false full Ahead of The Junior Eurovision Song Contest on 19th December, Laura and Martyn bring you three entries to watch out for in the competition this year.
There's also news from The Netherlands and Martyn's getting stat-tacular on Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2021 11:00:10 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1176222880 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Intelligent Bulgaria and JESC covid concerns https://audioboom.com/posts/8146403 1270 false full Martyn and Laura are back with another look at what's happening in the world of The Eurovision Song Contest. Bulgaria is the first country to reveal the song it's sending to Turin, covid worries for Junior Eurovision and Australia's Montaigne wants another go at representing her country.
All that plus your correspondence and a fun fact in Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 05 Dec 2021 15:18:31 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1172328043 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Daði Freyr https://audioboom.com/posts/8146404 1342 false full Features a special interview with Daði Freyr! Daði represented Iceland in 2021 and would have been its entry for the cancelled 2020 competition.
UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you a special edition of the podcast recorded at the O2 Forum in London. You'll hear how the pair got on at the final gig of Daði Freyr's UK tour. They chatted to Daði fans and got to interview with man himself.

Have you been to see Daði Freyr live? Let us know on social media or email nulpointspodcast@gmail.com
]]> Sun, 28 Nov 2021 11:00:14 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1167935569 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Circus Mircus and Junior Eurovision updates https://audioboom.com/posts/8146405 1318 false full Laura and Martyn are back with a look at the crazy world of Eurovision. Georgia's announced who'll be representing the country next year, there's news ahead of Junior Eurovision next month and Italian winners Måneskin are defending the contest. ]]> Sun, 21 Nov 2021 11:00:09 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1162544725 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Loreen there, done that https://audioboom.com/posts/8146406 1507 false full Martyn and Laura are back with another episode of Eurovision fan podcast, Nul Points. The pair discuss the ESC 250 poll of the greatest Eurovision songs of all time, there's now a date for the start of The American Song Contest and one member of Abba has some bad things to say about the contest. ]]> Sun, 14 Nov 2021 11:00:21 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1159324273 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast ABBA's new album https://audioboom.com/posts/8146407 1725 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress chat about Abba's new album. Superfan Ruth McNeil shares her thoughts on Voyage and there's news on the rumour Abba might be willing to get involved in Eurovision again!
That plus a special Trivia Time and reaction to more American involvement in the contest. ]]> Sun, 07 Nov 2021 11:00:14 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1155028912 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Senhit's a hit to host https://audioboom.com/posts/8146408 1609 false full UK Eurovision fans Laura Cress and Martyn Williams give you their thoughts on this week's Eurovision news. Could San Marino representative Senhit host in Turin next year? Will Mika finally bow to pressure and take to the stage? Will Martyn faint when he goes to the opticians?
All the big questions and very few answers in this episode of Nul Points. ]]> Sun, 31 Oct 2021 11:00:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1149119089 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The big name behind the UK entry https://audioboom.com/posts/8146409 1593 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with another episode of Nul Points, the Eurovision fan podcast. This week you'll find out about the 41 countries that are confirmed to be taking part in 2022, the huge star lending her support to the search for the UK entry and Trivia Time explores the people who made it big through the contest. ]]> Sun, 24 Oct 2021 10:00:12 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1147019842 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast You're only supposed to host the bloody Eurovision! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146410 1313 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress find out more about Turin, the Eurovision 2022 host city. They speak to a real life Italian who knows the place well.
There's also news from Sweden as it gears up for another Melodifestivalen and Trivia Time returns with more fantastic facts. ]]> Sun, 17 Oct 2021 10:00:10 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1142831536 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Turin or Tur-out https://audioboom.com/posts/8146411 1665 false full Martyn and Laura react to the news that Turin will host The Eurovision Song Contest in 2022. Also, a new song from Italian winners Måneskin and fun facts in Trivia Time. ]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:13:34 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1139893816 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Why are we waiting? https://audioboom.com/posts/8146412 1278 false full Perché stiamo aspettando? Martyn and Laura are getting impatient that they still don't know the host city for next year's Eurovision Song Contest.
On this episode there's news from Spain, some sad news from Armenia and a Triva Time about 2007. ]]> Sun, 03 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1134518485 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Douze you know that Cress isn't here? https://audioboom.com/posts/8146413 1616 false full Laura's not here this week so Martyn's joined by Liz Allen from Australian Eurovision fan podcast Douze Points.
You'll find out about how the Australian entry for 2022 is being decided, a new spin off sitcom for the contest and some happy news for a former Icelandic entry.
All that plus Cress pops up from the past with Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 26 Sep 2021 09:59:59 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1130318848 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Double dinners and Daði duets https://audioboom.com/posts/8146414 1205 false full Martyn and Laura are back with their unique take on The Eurovision Song Contest. Belgium have announced who they're sending to Italy, all aboard the vengabus as The Vengaboys drop a Boom Boom Boom Boom-shell about their involvement in 2022 and Cress is rapping things up in Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 19 Sep 2021 10:00:06 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1125815686 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Little Boots wants to take us on https://audioboom.com/posts/8146415 1229 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress have competition in their quest to represent the UK at Eurovision in 2022.
There's also some exciting news from Iceland's Daði Freyr and you'll find out why the Eurovision orchestra definitely didn't party like it was 1999, even though it actually was 1999. ]]> Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:00:17 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1122515869 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! a hologram after midnight https://audioboom.com/posts/8146416 1568 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with their take on the latest from the contest. With Abba announcing a hologram tour and new music the pair chat to Abba fan Bex for her thoughts on the new songs. There's also news of a festive Junior Eurovision and more crazy facts in Trivia Time.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2021 11:00:16 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1118290231 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Senhit's treat and making beats https://audioboom.com/posts/8146417 1739 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with another episode of the UK-based Eurovision fan podcast. This week there's news from San Marino's Senhit and rumours of which Italian city will host in 2022. Martyn and Laura also meet Dutch musician and sound engineer Martijn Frazer who's lending a helping hand with their hit Eurovision pop song. ]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2021 11:00:05 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1114717840 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Guitar Hero Joe https://audioboom.com/posts/8146418 1670 false full Martyn and Laura are back and their quest to write a hit Eurovision song continues. This week Twitch streamer and guitarist Joe Smith gives them a helping hand. There's also more from the world of The Eurovision Song Contest with rumours of a possible host for the event in 2022. ]]> Sun, 22 Aug 2021 11:00:15 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1110284401 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Starting to compose a Eurovision hit https://audioboom.com/posts/8146419 1570 false full Martyn and Laura start crafting their Eurovision smasher with the help of Martyn's keyboard. There's also more news from the world of the song contest and the facts are back with Trivia Time.]]> Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:58:36 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1106385775 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The secret to the perfect Eurovision song https://audioboom.com/posts/8146420 1541 false full Laura and Martyn talk to Eurovision song expert Chris Lochery (aka Kit Lovelace on Twitter). He's been analysing Eurovision hits for years and has a few ideas to help Martyn and Laura write their Eurovision smasher.
There's more news from the world of the contest and Martyn admits another mistake in Correction Corner. ]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2021 11:00:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1100230366 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Iain Dale and Olympic standards https://audioboom.com/posts/8146421 1675 false full UK Eurovision fans Laura Cress and Martyn Williams chat to broadcaster and political commentator Iain Dale about his love of the contest. Also, with the Olympics underway in Tokyo, you'll find out about a Eurovision medals table.
All that plus Trivia Time and exciting news about a new YouTube video. ]]> Sun, 01 Aug 2021 11:00:11 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1097009686 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast A Eurovision first https://audioboom.com/posts/8146422 1479 false full Laura and Martyn are recording on a very hot day in the UK and the heat's got to them. They're chatting to University of Lincoln student Will Norton who's written his dissertation on how Eurovision unites Europe.
There are also more facts in Trivia Time and a new but necessary feature called Correction Corner. ]]> Sun, 25 Jul 2021 11:00:01 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1092368020 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Viva l'Italia https://audioboom.com/posts/8146423 1415 false full They win at Eurovision, then they triumph at the Euros. Is there any stopping Italy at the moment? Martyn and Laura get the low down on the 17 Italian cities now bidding to host The Eurovision Song Contest in 2022 from two people who know the country well.
There's also a few Italian facts in Trivia Time and you'll find out how Måneskin's popularity has grown even more with the release of a new music video. ]]> Sun, 18 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1088697031 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Football's coming home? https://audioboom.com/posts/8146424 1795 false full Martyn and Laura are recording the podcast just before the Euro 2020 final and are attempting to get behind England. What link will they discover between how a nation fares on the pitch and how it does at Eurovision?
There'll also be more on the pair's quest to represent the UK in 2022, news about a possible venue for the song contest next year and Trivia Time is back to bring you some Eurovision facts. ]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:00:12 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1085209168 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Big in Malta and a surprise announcement https://audioboom.com/posts/8146425 1557 false full Who'd have thought that Nul Points is big in Malta? Not us, that's who! UK friends Martyn and Laura team up to discuss the latest goings on in the Eurovision world including some bad news for the future of Belarus in the contest.
Plus, Laura and Martyn have a very big (and entirely serious...) announcement to make. ]]> Sun, 04 Jul 2021 12:00:10 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1080252247 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Martyn's in a car https://audioboom.com/posts/8146426 1399 false full Two UK mates chat about the latest news from the world of Eurovision. Martyn's in his car for this episode, much to the bemusement of Laura.
You'll find out why the EBU's hoping Turkey will rejoin the competition but Bosnia and Herzegovina won't be returning anytime soon, how Italy's winners are under new management and there's more useless Eurovision information in Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 27 Jun 2021 12:00:19 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1075979965 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Lego Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146427 1373 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura talk to Alexandro Kröger, the creator of LEGO: Eurovision. He recreates all the key moments of the song contest but using lego!
There's also another look at the latest Eurovision news and Trivia Time returns. ]]> Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:00:19 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1071958765 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision crazy, Euros mad https://audioboom.com/posts/8146428 1235 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress chat about the latest gossip from the contest. There's rumours about who might represent the UK next year and you'll find out how the world of Eurovision and the Euros football tournament are intertwining. All that plus more song contest facts in Trivia Time and your correspondence.]]> Sun, 13 Jun 2021 17:04:28 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1067667277 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision 2021 backstage gossip with Wiwibloggs https://audioboom.com/posts/8146429 1787 false full UK Eurovision fans Martyn and Laura discuss the fallout from the 2021 competition. As well as hearing your emails, tweets and messages they speak to William Lee Adams from Wiwibloggs who was backstage at the contest.]]> Sun, 30 May 2021 20:06:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1058671810 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision 2021: The Full Debrief https://audioboom.com/posts/8146430 1772 false full Laura and Martyn round up what's been a memorable competition with a full examination of the points breakdown from this year's Eurovision. Who won what? How badly did the UK lose? Can it get any more bonkers? Answers to those questions and more in this episode.
There's also discussion on the controversy surrounding the Italian win and a look at the moments that Laura and Martyn found particularly hilarious.]]> Sun, 23 May 2021 19:00:10 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1054099201 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Grand final reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8146431 1255 false full Congratulations to Italy who've won the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest! UK fans Laura and Martyn give you their immediate reaction just minutes after the show comes to an end. ]]> Sun, 23 May 2021 00:23:01 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1053778777 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Our chat with Katrina from Katrina and the Waves https://audioboom.com/posts/8146432 1408 false full Eurovision fans Laura and Martyn discuss everything that's happened in the competition so far ahead of Saturday's grand final. There's also a chat with Katrina from Katrina and the Waves who won for the UK back in 1997. ]]> Fri, 21 May 2021 17:00:40 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1052906029 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Second semi-final reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8146433 856 false full Martyn and Laura chat about everything that happened during the second semi-final of the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest. Who's in, who's out and who's wearing thermal underwear on a roof?
Plus there's news of a bonus episode tomorrow featuring Eurovision royalty. ]]> Thu, 20 May 2021 22:05:18 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1052495587 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast First semi-final reaction https://audioboom.com/posts/8146434 894 false full The wait is finally over and The Eurovision Song Contest is back. Martyn and Laura give their immediate reaction to the first semi-final of the 2021 competition. ]]> Tue, 18 May 2021 22:27:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1051172260 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast It's nearly Eurovision time! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146435 1724 false full There's just a few more days until the first semi-final of The Eurovision Song Contest 2021. UK fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress give you their thoughts on the final rehearsals before the competition begins and get excited ahead of Eurovision week. ]]> Sun, 16 May 2021 06:00:16 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1049449039 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Rehearsals begin https://audioboom.com/posts/8146436 1363 false full Martyn and Laura bring you a behind-the-scenes look at preparations for The Eurovision Song Contest at the Ahoy arena in Rotterdam as the contestants begin their rehearsals.
There's also news of some bonus Nul Points episodes in the week of the competition and Trivia Time makes a return. ]]> Sun, 09 May 2021 06:00:10 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1045247719 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast From Russia with Eurovision love https://audioboom.com/posts/8146437 1875 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress chat to the BBC's Russia correspondent Steve Rosenberg who's a big Eurovision fan. The combination of his love of the song contest and his piano playing talent have proved very popular on social media in recent years. Steve plays us a few Eurovision tunes, shares his thoughts on the 2021 entries and talks about Russian attitudes towards the TV show.
There's also news that an audience will be able to be present in Rotterdam, Laura and Martyn give their reaction.]]> Sun, 02 May 2021 10:00:12 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1040612317 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Australia's no show and a preview of the UK's staging https://audioboom.com/posts/8146438 1790 false full Martyn and Laura react to the news that, because of covid restrictions, the Australian entry won't be performing live in Rotterdam this year. Plus, Martyn chats to EBU and BBC TV producer Joe Mason who has some exclusive information on how the UK's entry might look on stage at the Ahoy Arena.]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:52:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1036958404 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision The Musical! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146439 1770 false full UK-based Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress chat to David O'Reilly and Max Bex Roberts, two of the people involved in Eurobeat: The Pride of Europe, a stage show which celebrates Eurovision. It's launching a brand new online version at the end of the month. Find out more and get your tickets here: https://www.fw-live.com/eurobeat-about
Laura and Martyn also discuss some of the big Eurovision news stories of the week and you'll find out more about the contest in Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 18 Apr 2021 02:33:10 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1030984372 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast In the middle of it https://audioboom.com/posts/8146440 1475 false full Martyn and Laura chat about plans for the Eurovision's interval act in this week's episode. There's also news of how pop mogul Simon Cowell is helping Israel pick an entry for 2022 and the pair try another round of compare and contrast. ]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:00:11 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1026783424 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast We're your April fools https://audioboom.com/posts/8146441 1458 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams bring you their take on the crazy world of The Eurovision Song Contest. As the competition gets ever closer the pair find out more about how the event will look as details of a live audience in Rotterdam are revealed. There's also news of a Eurovision April Fools' Day prank and Martyn and Laura compare and contrast Malta's 2020 entry with the song competing in 2021. ]]> Sun, 04 Apr 2021 12:58:01 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1022076787 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Songs to watch out for at Eurovision 2021 https://audioboom.com/posts/8146442 1696 false full Eurovision fans Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you their ultimate guide to the songs you need to know about at this year's song contest. From the amazing to the bizarre and controversial Martyn and Laura have picked six entries they think will turn heads in Rotterdam. ]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2021 18:39:38 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1018013407 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Loads more songs https://audioboom.com/posts/8146443 1464 false full Martyn and Laura give their thoughts on more of the entries for the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest. ]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2021 19:51:30 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1012538080 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Melodifestivalen and exploring Embers https://audioboom.com/posts/8146444 1919 false full Martyn and Laura tell you what happened when they watched Melodifestivalen, the Swedish selection show. They've also assembled a UK jury to discuss Embers, the song James Newman hopes will bring it home to the United Kingdom.
All that plus you'll find out whether Laura and Martyn made it into the Icelandic entry as Daði Freyr unveils the song he's sending to Rotterdam. ]]> Sun, 14 Mar 2021 19:52:18 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1006785433 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast What we think of the UK's Eurovision entry https://audioboom.com/posts/8146445 581 false full In a bonus episode Laura and Martyn give you their first reaction to Embers by James Newman, the song which will represent the UK at The Eurovision Song Contest. ]]> Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:39:54 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1004739691 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast A big weekend and a Swede-ish surprise https://audioboom.com/posts/8146446 2102 false full It's been a busy week in the world of The Eurovision Song Contest. Fans Laura and Martyn take you through more of the songs that will represent their countries in Rotterdam. There's also a chat with Jill Leckie from The Swede-ish Podcast ahead of the final of Sweden's selection show, Melodifestivalen. ]]> Sun, 07 Mar 2021 20:14:50 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1000522492 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Jendrik doesn't feel hate https://audioboom.com/posts/8146447 1214 false full As the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest gets closer more and more countries are unveiling which songs and artists will represent them in Rotterdam. Laura and Martyn go through all the big Eurovision news in their own unique style.
Plus the pair talk about their latest YouTube video where they react to Eurovision songs which got nul points in the competition. Just search for Nul Points on YouTube. ]]> Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:01:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/994980199 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast That's Norway to behave https://audioboom.com/posts/8146448 1613 false full Martyn and Laura discuss the latest news from the weird and wonderful world of Eurovision. There are updates from several countries who've chosen the song and artist they're sending to Rotterdam, including Norway (who've been trying to decide for ages!). Also, Martyn tells you about the year Eurovision got pranked in Trivia Time. ]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:04:18 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/990055159 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Why you're saying Daði wrong https://audioboom.com/posts/8146449 1658 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams find out more about the crazy world of The Eurovision Song Contest. Rob Watts of RobWords has a few tips for how to pronounce the name of the Icelandic entry, Croatia reveal the song they're sending to the competition and will Norwegians ever pick who's going to represent them in 2021?]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2021 13:42:31 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/985349470 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The doctor will see you now https://audioboom.com/posts/8146450 1725 false full Martyn and Laura chat to Dr Eurovision (aka Paul Jordan) who knows all there is to know about the song contest. He answers questions about how Eurovision might work this year and whether or not political voting impacts the result.
There's more information about who's representing their country in the competition and Trivia Time is back.]]> Sat, 06 Feb 2021 19:41:08 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/980444848 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Voilà, c'est Barbara https://audioboom.com/posts/8146451 1566 false full Laura and Martyn react to France's entry into Eurovision 2021. Also, more details on other songs and performers representing their countries this year and there's more facts from Eurovisions gone by in Trivia Time. ]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2021 08:00:27 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/976387846 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Sea shanties and saxophone shenanigans https://audioboom.com/posts/8146452 1266 false full Martyn's convinced that sea shanties will be making an appearance at Eurovision this year. He's even had a go himself! Meanwhile Laura has news of how the saxophone could be the star of the Norwegian entry.
All that plus a chat about how the contest may look this year given the ongoing pandemic and some invaluable trivia from Eurovisions ini years gone by. ]]> Sat, 23 Jan 2021 15:02:15 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/971188822 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The Coronavision Song Contest https://audioboom.com/posts/8146453 1381 false full Laura and Martyn chat to Richard DeDomenici, creator of The Coronavision Song Contest. Plus there's an update on Daði Freyr's search for a virtual choir and Trivia Time returns.]]> Sat, 16 Jan 2021 19:17:06 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/966908875 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Daði wants us https://audioboom.com/posts/8146454 906 false full Is this the moment when Martyn and Laura make it to the Eurovision big time? Iceland's Daði has asked for their help and they're more than willing to lend their singing voices.
There's also more fun Euro-facts in Trivia Time. ]]> Sat, 09 Jan 2021 16:16:51 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/962475109 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast 2021 is finally here https://audioboom.com/posts/8146455 1414 false full With their first podcast of the year Laura and Martyn look ahead to 2021 in the world of Eurovision. There's news of a potential decision about how the contest will look in May, rumour as to who might represent the UK and Jedward have been tweeting.
All that plus Trivia Time and some entirely predictable non-news of the week. ]]> Sat, 02 Jan 2021 15:34:25 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/958146916 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Our Eurovision quiz of the year https://audioboom.com/posts/8146456 1793 false full It's Martyn and Laura's last podcast before Christmas. With the help of previous guests they go head to head in a quiz of the year to see who remembers most about Eurovision in 2020.
There's also another edition of Trivia Time, which looks back at a quirky story from Eurovisions gone by, and you'll find out why Norway's Alexander Rybak has got the hump.
Thanks for your continued support of Nul Points this year. We'll be back in 2021.
]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2020 12:30:38 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/950022307 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Creating the perfect Eurovision song with robots https://audioboom.com/posts/8146457 1593 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams bring you their take on the crazy world of The Eurovision Song Contest. You'll meet Tom Collins who tried to create the perfect Eurovision banger by using artificial intelligence!
There's also news of the shortlist for Sweden's 2021 entry and the logo's been unveiled ahead of May's big event.
All that plus Martyn and Laura look at the weirder stuff that's happened at Eurovisions gone by in Trivia Time. ]]> Wed, 09 Dec 2020 18:56:11 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/944476060 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Playback at Junior Eurovision 2020? https://audioboom.com/posts/8146458 1314 false full Martyn and Laura discuss the fallout from this year's Junior Eurovision, exciting postcard news and something strange from Daði.
Also, Martyn gets an odd phone call and Cress gets angry. ]]> Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:18:20 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/940010467 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Maxxy Rainbow and Junior Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146459 1586 false full Laura and Martyn are joined by US drag queen and Eurovision YouTuber Maxxy Rainbow to talk about this year's Junior Eurovision on Sunday.
There's also news of an award nomination for Will Ferrell's Eurovision film, another edition of Trivia Time and Cress eats some crackers. ]]> Fri, 27 Nov 2020 16:52:37 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/937164499 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast What we think of Victoria's Ugly Cry and hope for 2021 https://audioboom.com/posts/8146460 1517 false full Martyn and Laura give their thoughts on a possible entry for Bulgaria which has been talked about lots online. There's also more news about how the contest in 2021 might take place if social distancing is required and what Christmas gift do you get for the Eurovision fan in your life? ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2020 13:34:15 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/935132800 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast We're YouTubers now! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146461 1333 false full Martyn and Laura bring you everything you need to know from the world of The Eurovision Song Contest. They're also going back to 1978 to make their first ever YouTube video looking at the song which got nul points that year.
Plus, Trivia Time looks at Eurovision's quirky history from years gone by.
Here's the link to our YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZKuTkd5uOQ&t=1s
]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:57:42 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/930847366 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Predict about things https://audioboom.com/posts/8146462 1398 false full Laura and Martyn chat to Tim Jumawan from The Euro Podcast and Editor at ESCXTRA.com which is inviting people to predict which acts will represent their countries at Eurovision 2021.
There's also more hints for the song Daði will be taking to the contest and you'll get your dose of Eurovision trivia in Trivia Time. ]]> Tue, 10 Nov 2020 23:53:40 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/927007078 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Laura's Dua Dare https://audioboom.com/posts/8146463 1262 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress discuss the big news from the Eurovision Song Contest. How many countries are performing this year and what song would win if any track could enter?
Cress promises to get naked and there's another look at some song contest trivia from years gone by. ]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2020 13:30:15 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/922605172 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Our Highlights Of Our First Year https://audioboom.com/posts/8146464 176 false full To celebrate a year of Nul Points, the team look back at their highlights on the podcast so far.]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2020 13:31:23 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/917366506 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast One year of Nul Points! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146465 1407 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress celebrate one year of the podcast. They'll be looking back at some of their favourite bits from the last 12 months as well as reflecting on great news for fans of Daði Freyr.
Get in touch with the podcast by emailing nulpointspodcast@gmail.com
]]> Sun, 25 Oct 2020 13:15:08 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/917362472 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Oscar picks and a crossbow to the head https://audioboom.com/posts/8146466 1149 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress discuss the latest from the world of Eurovision. Could Will Ferrell's Eurovision film be up for an Oscar and might Daði Freyr be selected to represent Iceland in 2021?
There's also another round of Trivia Time where Martyn and Laura look back at a rather dramatic interval act from 1989. ]]> Sun, 18 Oct 2020 19:54:58 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/912843139 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision NI reaction and Daði delays https://audioboom.com/posts/8146467 1626 false full Laura and Martyn discuss the online Eurovision fan events that took place over the weekend, including some controversy around the Eurovision NI Awards. There's also some sad news for Daði fans and more contest craziness in Trivia Time! ]]> Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:37:57 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/904870024 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The show must go on...line https://audioboom.com/posts/8146468 1333 false full Martyn and Laura find out more about a couple of virtual Eurovision fan events happening this weekend. Plus there's another crazy story from the contest's history in Trivia Time. ]]> Fri, 02 Oct 2020 09:46:08 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/903331885 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast 2021 contest scenarios and Tuneful TV https://audioboom.com/posts/8146469 1526 false full Martyn and Laura chat to Natalia from Tuneful TV, a YouTube channel that features reactions to Eurovision entries. Plus there's information from the EBU about the different ways the 2021 contest might look depending on the virus situation at the time.]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 17:40:26 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/897736921 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The Cheerful Twins and Junior Eurovision https://audioboom.com/posts/8146470 1395 false full Martyn and Laura bring you news of how the Junior Eurovision's going ahead this year. Could it be a blueprint for the main contest in 2021?
Also, Eurovision YouTubers The Cheerful Twins from Iceland drop by to make Martyn less miserable. ]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2020 11:30:16 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/893002837 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Happy New Eurovision Year! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146471 1192 false full Laura and Martyn take an irreverent look at the world's biggest TV show. The pair celebrate the new Eurovision year and find out more about some of the contest's history with Trivia Time. ]]> Thu, 03 Sep 2020 11:25:39 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/886788853 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovision NI Awards and a Birmingham day trip https://audioboom.com/posts/8146472 1226 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress bring you more news and chat from the crazy world of The Eurovision Song Contest. Nicky from the Eurovision NI fan blog talks about the upcoming Eurovision NI Awards, the pair find another American fan (taking the total so far to two) and what will Martyn and Laura discuss when they finally meet in person in Birmingham?]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2020 11:21:43 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/883478545 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Good evening Europe, this is America calling https://audioboom.com/posts/8146473 1295 false full Martyn and Laura get more reaction to news of a new Eurovision-style American Song Contest being launched in the US. They speak to Sam Ross from the 12 Points From America podcast and ESC Insight.]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2020 16:00:13 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/874118659 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast The American Song Contest and The Euro Trip https://audioboom.com/posts/8146474 1416 false full Martyn and Laura react to the announcement of The American Song Contest in the USA. It's being made by the EBU and will see all 50 states competing. Plus James Rowe from The Euro Trip podcast drops by. ]]> Fri, 07 Aug 2020 17:23:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/871961116 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Eurovis quiz and Daði decisions https://audioboom.com/posts/8146475 1788 false full Laura and Martyn test each other's knowledge of Eurovision trivia, there's news of a big decision for Iceland over who to send to the competition in 2021 and why has San Marino's Senhit been getting freaky in Rotterdam? ]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2020 21:28:33 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/859296421 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Bye bye Jon Ola and hello Alasdair from OGAE UK https://audioboom.com/posts/8146476 1416 false full Martyn and Laura chat to Alasdair Rendall, President of the UK arm of the OGAE, the official Eurovision fan club. They also say goodbye to contest favourite Jon Ola Sand who steps down from his role as Eurovision's Executive Supervisor after 10 years. ]]> Thu, 09 Jul 2020 10:41:44 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/854850376 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Our reaction to Will Ferrell's Eurovision film https://audioboom.com/posts/8146477 1504 false full Laura and Martyn give you their thoughts on Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga, the Netflix film based around Eurovision starring Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams.
There's also news of rule changes for the contest in 2021 and a bit of bad news for fans of France's Tom Leeb.]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2020 21:56:46 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/848070580 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Dates and Daði https://audioboom.com/posts/8146478 1040 false full Martyn and Laura chat to the people behind the Daði Freyr International Fan Group. There's also Eurovision news as the dates for the 2021 contest have been announced. ]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2020 14:00:24 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/841176142 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast When Nul Points met Douze Points https://audioboom.com/posts/8146479 1488 false full Laura and Martyn meet Jack and Liz from Australian Eurovision podcast Douze Points. They chat about Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light and the future of the contest. Plus, the viewing figures are in from EESAL.]]> Sat, 30 May 2020 11:16:47 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/831029338 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Our reaction to Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light https://audioboom.com/posts/8146480 1187 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress react to the Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light programme, broadcast instead of the now-cancelled ESC 2020.
Featuring performances from old favourites and clips of this year's songs. Was Netta singing about a skip? Does Mans live in Harry Potter's house? All that and more in this episode of Nul Points. ]]> Sun, 17 May 2020 14:42:22 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/822351253 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast William from Wiwibloggs and a UK surprise https://audioboom.com/posts/8146481 1696 false full Martyn and Laura chat with the founder and editor of Eurovision fan site Wiwibloggs, William Lee Adams. He shares his thoughts on the cancellation of Eurovision 2020, considers what a 2021 contest might look like and talks about how his big fan event, WiwiJam, is happening slightly differently this year.
Also, on the weekend before what would've been the Eurovision itself, there's news that the British broadcaster is planning something special. ]]> Sat, 09 May 2020 10:13:08 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/816819508 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Your favourite Eurovision year and EESAL https://audioboom.com/posts/8146482 1036 false full Martyn and Laura discuss their favourite year in Eurovision history, more news on what's replacing the song contest in May and Laura attempts a terrible Irish accent. ]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2020 11:07:32 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/809681533 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast What replaces this year’s Eurovision and Bueno’s back! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146483 1313 false full Laura and Martyn have news of what's going to replace the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest. Plus, which artists are returning to represent their countries in 2021? ]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2020 13:01:55 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/790665091 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast What's Another Year? - Eurovision's cancelled!!! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146484 947 false full Martyn and Laura react to the news that Eurovision 2020 is cancelled, whether this year's artists will be able to compete next year with this year's songs and Martyn explains why he's always three months ahead when it comes to buying toilet roll.]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:32:06 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/779120092 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Coronavirus and our 2020 songs to watch https://audioboom.com/posts/8146485 1912 false full Martyn and Laura share their Eurovision songs to keep an eye out for this year. Also, the latest from the EBU on the coronavirus and how it might impact the contest. ]]> Sat, 14 Mar 2020 15:54:39 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/776033989 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Who’s your Daði? and coronavirus worries https://audioboom.com/posts/8146486 1635 false full Laura and Martyn return to discuss the latest Eurovision gossip. Is Iceland's entry now certain to win and will the coronavirus scupper the competition?
There's also news of the final wave of tickets going on sale and more countries have announced the songs they're sending to Rotterdam.]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2020 13:12:18 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/771716968 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Iceland calling and the UK entry https://audioboom.com/posts/8146487 1553 false full Laura's in Iceland and Martyn's in the UK as the BBC announces who it's sending to Rotterdam in May. Thoughts on the UK entry as well as discussion on the songs Slovenia, Poland and Germany have chosen for Eurovision this year. Also, could there be a surprise contribution from Iceland? ]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2020 00:25:04 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/767713909 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Ruslana in a taxi https://audioboom.com/posts/8146488 1098 false full Fans Martyn and Laura are back to delve into the latest news from the crazy world of Eurovision. In this episode, Martyn has an apology, they discuss the merits of scripted jokes for Eurovision hosts and get excited by the idea of Ruslana in a taxi. ]]> Fri, 21 Feb 2020 01:59:43 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/764089321 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Semi-final allocations and Australia's entry https://audioboom.com/posts/8146489 1175 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams discuss the latest Eurovision news, including the semi-final allocations for Rotterdam as well as hearing from Australia which has chosen its entrant.]]> Sun, 09 Feb 2020 20:42:59 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/757853392 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Going going Jon? https://audioboom.com/posts/8146490 1251 false full Martyn and Laura are back with more news from the crazy world of Eurovision. This time there's word of Jon Ola Sand's replacement and people have been getting all of a flutter over France's entry to the contest. ]]> Fri, 24 Jan 2020 12:12:32 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/748695274 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Diek-dicated follower of fashion https://audioboom.com/posts/8146491 1044 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams discuss the latest news from the Eurovision Song Contest. This week there's updates from Georgia and Albania, plus news of a Eurovision fashion designer. ]]> Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:16:29 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/741272749 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast It's Bueno baby! https://audioboom.com/posts/8146492 1293 false full Martyn and Laura are back for the final Nul Points episode of the year. They reflect on their failure to get any tickets for the Eurovision in the first wave, Austria's entry Victor Bueno (and his unofficial catchphrase "It's Bueno baby") and talk "Dutch activities". Plus - there's Eurovision facts (...up til the year of 2006)! ]]> Fri, 20 Dec 2019 12:04:05 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/731368726 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Presenters and ticket prices https://audioboom.com/posts/8146493 1073 false full Martyn Williams and Laura Cress are back with their take on the latest Eurovision news. Find out more about the people presenting the contest in 2020, new confirmed entries and ticket sales and pricing. ]]> Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:45:02 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/723580147 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Junior Eurovision 2019 with Ewan Spence https://audioboom.com/posts/8146494 1081 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams chat all things Eurovision. In this episode they chat with Junior Eurovision commentator and host of the ESC Insight podcast, Ewan Spence. ]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2019 11:56:40 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/716307721 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Open Up to Eurovision's 2020 motto https://audioboom.com/posts/8146495 951 false full Laura Cress and Martyn Williams return with more news from the crazy world of The Eurovision Song Contest.
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]]> Wed, 06 Nov 2019 14:07:17 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/708705445 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Welcome to Nul Points https://audioboom.com/posts/8146496 1144 false full The first episode of Eurovision fan podcast Nul Points. Laura and Martyn discuss the latest news from the world's biggest TV show. ]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2019 14:58:07 +0000 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/702036214 Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast Nul Points: A Eurovision Fan Podcast