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Why do Americans love the Olympics so much? | English Listening Practice
**This episode is designed for A2–B2 learners who want clear and natural English listening practice through real cultural topics.In this episode of The Sharing English Podcast, we explore why the Olympics are such a big event in the United States, even for people who don’t normally watch sports. We look at the history of U.S. involvement in the Games, the role of community and storytelling, and iconic moments like Jesse Owens at the 1936 Olympics. You’ll also hear why Americans become passionate about new Olympic sports every four years and how this obsession fits into American culture.
Website: https://www.sharing-english.com/podcast
Music: “Cherish” by Sascha Ende
https://ende.app/en/song/498-cherish
License: https://ende.app/en/standard-license
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By Freya Yskes**This episode is designed for A2–B2 learners who want clear and natural English listening practice through real cultural topics.In this episode of The Sharing English Podcast, we explore why the Olympics are such a big event in the United States, even for people who don’t normally watch sports. We look at the history of U.S. involvement in the Games, the role of community and storytelling, and iconic moments like Jesse Owens at the 1936 Olympics. You’ll also hear why Americans become passionate about new Olympic sports every four years and how this obsession fits into American culture.
Website: https://www.sharing-english.com/podcast
Music: “Cherish” by Sascha Ende
https://ende.app/en/song/498-cherish
License: https://ende.app/en/standard-license