Waving Flag

Tokyo 2020 - Chinese Taipei, Mao, and Russia


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In today's episode we cover a few stories from the Tokyo Olympics. The change in motto, the use of the phrase "Chinese Taipei", the Mao badges on the podium, Russia's TV coverage, and a heartwarming story are all covered. 

Music by Soundroll; "Lost in Love"

Good sources for more information: https://www.npr.org/sections/tokyo-olympics-live-updates/2021/08/02/1023610861/a-u-s-athlete-defies-olympic-podium-protest-ban-under-threat-of-sanctions; https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-58029133; https://www.npr.org/2021/08/19/1029380896/toyko-olympics-poland-silver-medal-javelin-auction-infant-heart-surgery# 

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Waving FlagBy Edouard Goguillon