The eSpot Podcast

The eSpot Analyzes: The ESC 250 (w/ special guest ESC Clarinet Moon)

Renata speaks with friend of the pod, Louis, a.k.a. ESC Clarinet Moon, about the recent results of the ESC250, the ultimate ranking of the top 250 Eurovision Songs. Listen in as they discuss the results, some surprising statistics, and much much more.  Follow Louis on YouTube and Twitter @clarinetmoonesc

The eSpot Analyzes: Do Right Wing Eurovision Fans Like Ethno Bops?

Back in November, The Guardian ran an article titled "Rightwing Eurovision fans love an 'ethno-traditional' tune" which reports on a recent academic article written by Political Scientists from the Netherlands. The Guardian article gained lots of attention and criticism amongst the Eurofandom on Twitter for its salacious and misleading headline, but little discussion was had regarding the actual contents of the article. In an effort to get to the bottom of what the research actually found, Renata read all 22 pages of the academic article so you don't have to (but she highly recommends it)! In this episode, Renata explains to Greg what the article is about and analyzes its findings. The text of the original academic article "Pop populism: ethno-traditionalism beyond national borders and the populist radical right" by Alessandro Nai, Elizabeth L. Young, and Linda Bos can be found at this link:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9640908/

The eSpot talks ASC: Semi-Final 2 + interview with Grant Knoche from Texas

In this episode, we discuss the second semifinal of the American Song Contest, and we speak with ASC finalist Grant Knoche from Texas about the process of writing his song "Mr. Independent" and his experience on the show. Find Grant on Instagram and TikTok @grantknoche and on Twitter @GrantCKnoche  Interview begins at (24:30)

INTERVIEW: Sheldon Riley (Australia 2022)

In this special edition of The eSpot Podcast, Renata speaks with Australia's Sheldon Riley from Turin about the writing and production of his song "Not The Same," how the sonic and visual elements came together to create his captivating performance, and how his vocal techniques enhance the impact of the song. (Interview originally released for and republished with permission of Oikotimes.co.uk)

The eSpot talks ASC: Semi-Final 1 + interview with Christian Pagan from Puerto Rico

In this episode, we discuss the first semifinal of the American Song Contest. This episode also features a conversation between Renata and Christian Pagan, in which they discuss his song "LOKO", fashion influences, and unique spots to visit on his island of Puerto Rico. (Interview originally appeared on the YouTube of our colleagues at Oikotimes.) Find Christian on Instagram and Twitter @christian_pagan and on TikTok @christianpagantiktok Interview begins at (32:45)