How do you take a 68 year old live television production to the next level?

Join us as we chat with Per Blankens, visionary Show Producer of Eurovision 2024.

Known for show-running American Idol and Swedish Idol over 17 years, Per reveals what it takes to produce the ‘World Championships of Music’ on such a massive scale, how his nerdery and keen interest comes in handy, creative challenges to make the show stand out, and making this 7th Swedish edition unforgettable.

Fernand’s Live Show Show Extra - meeting the people that make the show happen.

Check out the incredible production behind Eurovision 2024 here:

• The Incredible Production Behind Euro...

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Extended interview chat featuring Lee Smithurst, the mastermind behind Eurovision 2023's spectacular moments! Listen on to go behind the scenes, uncovering the magic, creativity, and meticulous planning that brought Eurovision to life. Lee shares insights into his role as Head of Show, the challenges faced, and the unforgettable highlights of Eurovision 2023.

Apologies for the slight sound issues, due to a malfunctioning microphone during the record!

Be sure to check out the behind the scenes making-of coverage of Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool - here!

• Eurovision 2023 🇬🇧🇺🇦 • How It Was Mad...

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Extended interview chat with Nikki Parsons, lead director of Eurovision 2023.

Listen on to find out how 20+ years of directing experience, directing Strictly Come Dancing and the Eurovision DANCE(!!) Contest, and getting to grips with CuePilot crafted the visual smorgasbord of music from stage to screen.

We explore the secrets, challenges, and creative brilliance that defined directing 3 live shows, and the unforgettable moments that graced the stage.

Apologies for the slight sound issues, due to a malfunctioning microphone during the record - hopefully subtitles included will help boost your viewing experience!

Be sure to check out the behind the scenes making-of coverage of Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool - here!

• Eurovision 2023 🇬🇧🇺🇦 • How It Was Mad...

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Join me for an enlightening conversation with Alana Billingsley, the brilliant Production Designer who brought the Oscars stage to life. In this captivating interview, Alana shares the creative process, design challenges, and memorable moments that made the Academy Awards a visual masterpiece.

Be sure to check out the behind the scenes making-of coverage of 2023's Academy Awards - here!

• The Oscars 2023! Behind The Scenes & ...

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The American Song Contest was made with musical stardom, American materials... and huge stage pieces with stunt co-ordinators!

I caught up with to John Zuiker, the Supervising Art Director of the American Song Contest! Get ready to delve into the captivating world of visual artistry behind one of the disruptors to the US music entertainment TV show market. He shares his creative process, design inspirations, and behind-the-scenes stories that brought the American Song Contest stage to life.

Be sure to check out the behind the scenes making-of coverage here!

• The Story of American Song Contest 20...

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The American Song Contest was made with musical stardom, American materials... and Swedish courage!

Today I speak to Robin Hofwander, one half of the multicamera directing duo as he brought his Eurovision and Melodifestivalen knowledge to America's newest singing competition. From the 'Eurovision' camera, to where props are stored, its quite the insight!

Watch the full episode behind the scenes into the American Song Contest here!

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I'm Up In Space Dan!

Extended interview featuring Dan Shipton of Blackskull Creative - as he talks bringing the stars and space to Sam Ryder's Eurovision 2022 performance.

You'll never guess how big the whole set was...!

Be sure to check out the behind the scenes making-of coverage of Eurovision 2022 in Turin - here! The Broken Sun?! Behind The Scenes and Making of EUROVISION 2022 - YouTube

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Eurovision went Italian - but brought some Dutch courage with it!

Extended interview with Twan van de Nieuwenhuijzen, Head of Contest 2022; but started off as HoC in the Rotterdam 2021 edition.

He shares his adventure of Turin 2022 bringing knowhow from the year before, running order magic, and how Sam Ryder's lucky number 2 has a big link with him too!

Be sure to check out the behind the scenes making-of coverage of Eurovision 2022 in Turin - here! The Broken Sun?! Behind The Scenes and Making of EUROVISION 2022 - YouTube

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