Analyzing the Paris 2024 Olympics: Success, Politics, and Future of Fandom

In this episode of the Fanalytics podcast, Professor Mike Lewis from Emory University explores the impact and future of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Delving into the opening and closing ceremonies, viewership statistics, and memorable moments, Mike assesses whether the games were a success and how they fit into the evolving landscape of sports fandom. He highlights the mix of politics and sports, the creation of niche stars, and the contrast between leveraging well-known celebrities versus nurturing new Olympic legends. The episode also teases an upcoming discussion on political fandom and its cultural ramifications.

00:00 Introduction to Fanalytics Podcast

00:29 The Significance of the Olympics

01:54 Analyzing the 2024 Paris Olympics

05:21 Historical Context and Olympic Narratives

09:03 Memorable Moments from the 2024 Games

14:55 Key Takeaways from the Paris Olympics

23:30 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics

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