Diary entry on the conflicting arguments for and against hosting mega-events at pandemic times

Quirky surprises & observations about public realm idiosyncrasies in Helsinki and Finland

In this podcast I will be exploring the relationship between mega-events and festivals. Looking into the postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games as a case in point I reflect on all that is lost to a mega-event if the world does not have the opportunity to gather and celebrate around it in a festive and inclusive Olympic city.