

880. Is Paris ready for the Olympic Games 2024? 🏊 (Article + Vocabulary)
4 snips Apr 29, 2024
Exploring Paris' readiness for the 2024 Olympics, the podcast discusses concerns such as security, pollution, and controversies surrounding the event. Dive into the debates on national identity, political fractures, and residents' fears. Discover the challenges of hosting the Olympics, the unique barge parade planned for the ceremony, and potential riots in the city. Delve into the myths and skepticism surrounding the games while acknowledging the emotional rollercoaster of Olympic preparations. Concluding with humorous reflections, the podcast offers insights into the complexities of hosting a major sporting event.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Vocabulary Series and Paris 2024 Olympics Preparations
02:23 • 5min
Exploring The Week's article on Paris hosting the 2024 Olympics
07:34 • 2min
Controversies and Concerns Surrounding Paris Olympics 2024
09:50 • 21min
The Paris Olympic Games 2024 Debate and Residents' Responses
31:12 • 4min
Security Concerns and Ceremony Preparations for Paris 2024 Olympics
35:20 • 19min
Paris Riots and Olympic Games Preparations
54:18 • 20min
Political Fractures and Gloomy Mindset in France
01:14:25 • 3min
Threats and Tensions Surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympics
01:16:57 • 12min
Dispelling Myths and Acknowledging Situations in the Olympic Games
01:29:14 • 17min
Closing Remarks and Farewells with Humorous Reflections
01:45:56 • 3min