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Post by Joe on Aug 18, 2012 16:21:14 GMT
Hi everyone, especially our friends in the US who may have missed parts of the opening and closing ceremonies because of the NBC editing. The official Olympics broadcaster Olympics Broadcasting Services (OBS) has posted the entire Opening ceremony on its Youtube channel here: Opening Ceremony, completeand the entire closing ceremony can be found here: Closing Ceremony, completeIt looks like all of the sports events are also available to watch on the OBS Youtube channel. Excellent!  Cheers, Dave Drat. Seems these videos are not available in the USA  Thanks anyway, Dave  |
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Post by Dave on Aug 18, 2012 17:53:05 GMT
Hi Joe, Sorry about that, it doesn't mention it on the official channel but it seems that you can only watch NBC's coverage in the US - on the NBC website. www.nbcolympics.com/video/browse/index.html?menu2#sx=topic&cx=opening-ceremony&fx=all&ox=popular&vx=grid&px=1Most of the opening ceremony and closing ceremony seems to be there but there was probably a bit of editing, and it has the NBC commentary throughout. I didn't like the BBC commentary on the UK broadcast so I have downloaded the Worldwide feed (no commentary yay!) to watch it how I think it was intended. Broadcasters always have to stick their own commentators on, yapping over everything, it's really annoying! BBC as well as NBC! Cheers, Dave |
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Post by Joe on Sept 3, 2012 17:26:16 GMT
Another brick in the wall is the fact that the 2012 London Paralympic Games are receiving ZERO mention here in the US. No television coverage, newspaper mentions, nothing.
All we will get to see is a few highlights shows on NBC Sports channel.
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Post by grant on Sept 3, 2012 17:43:25 GMT
Hi Joe
That's very disappointing to hear.
I've been pretty busy lately but have managed to 'dip into' the coverage of the Paralympics from time to time. Have to admit I've found some of the performances quite moving and emotional at times.
Best wishes
Grant
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Post by martindn on Sept 3, 2012 18:59:21 GMT
Yes, I think this is a fantastic event. It is such a wonderful thing to see how these athletes have overcome their disabilities. The triumph of the human spirit over adversity. It is a very inspiring thing to see. Shame on the US TV companies for not giving it maximum coverage. I would say the same about the BBC and ITV here of course, you have to go to Channel 4.
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Post by Dave on Sept 3, 2012 19:33:17 GMT
Hi Martin D and Joe and Grant, I agree that it's sad there is no proper coverage on US TV, some of these Paralympics events are very exciting, I've been dipping in and out for a few days now. The only reason there is no coverage outside News bulletins on ITV or BBC in the UK is that Channel 4 bought the exclusive rights, but as everyone can receive Channel 4 for free, that's fine. They have even added three extra dedicated channels, in addition to their main two channels, so their coverage is splendid and is getting large viewing audiences. BBC Radio Five Live have the radio rights in the UK, so there is a lot of coverage on there too. They say the crowds at the Olympic Stadium are making more noise than in the actual Olympics, and it's also full to capacity every day. GB is up to 2nd in the medals table behind China now, however you measure it. NZ and Ireland are 12th and 13th with 4 Golds each www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/disability-sport/19083815 which is astonishing for such small populations!!! Cheers, Dave |
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Post by martindn on Sept 3, 2012 20:09:38 GMT
For all that I loved the real Olympics, I think that the Paralympics best reflects the true Olympic spirit. Even though I marvel at how the different levels of disability are worked out. That must be a nightmare.
Martin D
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Post by tireman on Sept 4, 2012 1:07:39 GMT
What does another brick in our wall mean?
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Post by Joe on Sept 4, 2012 1:30:44 GMT
What does another brick in our wall mean? Larry "Another brick in the wall" is purely metaphorical, and relates to my earlier posts in the Olympics thread; which I criticized NBC's decision to heavily edit the opening and closing ceremonies. Another brick (as in, being walled in and imprisoned) is the ignorance of the American media to the Paralympic Games. But I won't dwell on it. I follow the Games on the BBC website.... www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/disability-sport/ |
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Post by Richard on Sept 4, 2012 7:42:19 GMT
Hello folks! I've been watching the Paralympics on the big screen in Trafalgar Square, and I'm really impressed with all the athletes.  There are plenty of videos available here: www.youtube.com/user/ParalympicSportTV/videosRichard  |
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Post by Richard on Oct 28, 2012 15:24:08 GMT
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Post by Joe on Oct 29, 2012 21:56:55 GMT
Thanks Richard for that link to Ellie's recent interview!
She is such a great athlete!
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Post by Richard on Nov 1, 2012 14:44:53 GMT
Hello Joe! Ellie Simmonds is now a major celebrity here in the UK. Have a look at her Facebook page to see how busy she's been since the Paralympic Games!  www.facebook.com/EllieSimmondsOfficialRichard |
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Post by Joe on Dec 6, 2012 2:16:12 GMT
Having acquited the official lanyard about two months ago, I was able to purchase the official games maker trainers (sneakers) on eBay. I paid over £60 - cheap! The seller ordered them through LOCOG.  |
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Post by Richard on Dec 23, 2012 14:41:48 GMT
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