Episode 283

Down Under

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November 18th, 2025

42 mins 34 secs

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About this Episode

Australia first competed at Eurovision when Austria hosted the 60th Edition of the Contest in 2015. As we approach the 70th Edition (also hosted by Austria), let’s explore Australia’s history with the ESC and do a pulse check on how the country is doing in the competition.

Down Under Summary

  • Australian Artists at Eurovision: The New Seekers, Olivia Newton-John, Gina G (2:47)
  • Why is Australia so into Eurovision? (19:14)
  • Australia at Eurovision (25:38)
  • ...Oh, Canada? (39:57)

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