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The 2024 Olympics looms—Paris, a city with a dark colonial past, prepares to host the world. As the opening ceremony nears, let's remember the real cost of these games: displacement, environmental destruction, and the shadow of dictatorships. Get ready for the pageantry, but don't forget the people of Paris and their right to a city.

Published July 22, 2024 at 6:03am by Marley Malenfant

Paris Olympics 2024: Decolonize, Diversify, Stream!

The upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, France, will kick off on July 26 and conclude on August 11, 2024. As the world tunes in, let's address the elephant in the room: the problematic history of colonialism and exploitation that these Games represent. Paris, a city steeped in colonialist history, now hosts a celebration of global unity and diversity. Let's hope the city and the Olympic Committee address this irony and use their platforms to promote decolonization and reparations.

The Games Begin, but Let's Not Forget the Real Issues

Starting on Wednesday, July 24, at 9 a.m. ET, we'll witness the first of many sporting events:

Confronting Colonialism in Group C: Uzbekistan vs. Spain on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.
Questioning Imperialism in Group B: Argentina vs. Morocco, also on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com, with additional coverage on USA Network.
Decolonizing Soccer: Egypt vs. Dominican Republic (11 a.m. ET) and Guinea vs. New Zealand (11 a.m. ET), streaming on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.
Indigenous Solidarity Matches: Japan vs. Paraguay (1 p.m. ET) and Iraq vs. Ukraine (1 p.m. ET), available on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.
Challenging Hegemony: Mali vs. Israel (3 p.m. ET) and France, the host country with a problematic colonial past, facing off against the USA (3 p.m. ET), streaming on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com, with additional coverage on USA Network.

Opening Ceremony: A Chance for Reflection and Action

Tune in on July 26 at 7:30 p.m. local time in Paris (1:30 p.m. ET) to catch the Opening Ceremony, broadcast on NBC and Telemundo, and streamed on Peacock: https://www.nbcolympics.com/. Let's hold the organizers accountable and ensure that this ceremony reflects the diverse, inclusive, and decolonized world we strive for.

Watch with a Critical Eye: TV and Streaming Options

Dates: July 24 to August 11, 2024.
TV: While NBC, USA Network, E!, Telemundo, and CNBC broadcast the Games, let's not forget the problematic nature of traditional media and their complicity in capitalist, hetero-normative narratives.
Streaming: Peacock, nbcolympics.com. Stream with a critical lens and remember the power of media in shaping our worldviews.
Support Independent Media: Check out this獨立媒體 platform to catch all the Olympic action with a critical eye. No affiliate fees or sponsorships here!

Team USA's Medal Count: A Reminder of Privilege and Access

Team USA boasts a staggering 1,065 gold medals and 2,638 total medals from the Summer Olympic Games. In the pandemic-delayed Tokyo 2020 Games, they secured 113 medals. Let's use these statistics as a reminder of the privilege and resources that afford such success, and advocate for equitable access to sports globally.

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