Olympic Chronicles
What epics shape Olympic legacies?
4.5 (49)
52 mins
Dive into 'Olympic Chronicles,' where each title unveils captivating sagas from Hollywood's magic to Beijing's political intrigue. Journey through triumphs, turmoil, and transformation in the global odyssey of athletes and controversies. With echoing questions in each title, unravel the mysteries shaping the world's greatest sporting spectacle.
Ep 1:
How Ancient Olympia Inspired Modern Olympic Games
Ep 2:
How Did the First Olympics Take Shape?
Discussions (13)
Axel
Level 2 · 9 mo agoThomas Hicks was fed strychnine and alcohol to win the 1904 marathon. It is absurd that he kept his medal while Jim Thorpe lost his for playing baseball. The IOC has been corrupt for over a century.
Zoe
Level 6 · 8 mo agoAlice Milliat is a hero for fighting those men who wanted to keep the games for manly virtues. It makes me so angry women always have to fight just to be included. I want better for my daughter! 🤞🏻
Skyler
Level 2 · 8 mo agowait the strychnine thing in 1904 is actually real?? i thought it was a myth but hicks really was on rat poison lmao
