Vancouver and the 2030 Games

Vancouver and the 2030 Games

62 Cents

24/05/2021 7:10AM

Episode Synopsis "Vancouver and the 2030 Games"

How will another Olympic and Paralympic Games impact the city of Vancouver? This short episode explores the possibility of hosting another Games in Vancouver and Whistler in 2030, examining the sentiments of those who are more skeptical and dive into the different aspects that shape the bid--namely infrastructure, such as venues and the Olympic Village. A lot has changed since Vancouver 2010--and while our legacy has been mostly beneficial for the region, there have been some concerns that it would take away from, or even exacerbate, existing issues in our city. But as we prepare for what could be another chance to shine on the world's sporting stage, we can see that the opportunity to host another Games--and "Reignite the Passion"--may introduce some good to the community. Works CitedChan, Kenneth. “City of Vancouver staff emphasize regional approach for potential 2030 Olympics bid.” Daily Hive, https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vancouver-2030-olympics-bid-regional-approach. Accessed 4 April 2021.Chan, Kenneth. “Vancouver City Council keeps door open for potential regional 2030 Olympics bid.” Daily Hive, https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vancouver-2030-olympics-bid-city-council-discussion. Accessed 4 April 2021.Chernecki, Ted, and Simon Little. “Vancouver council leaves door open to 2030 Olympic bid, as debate over Games repeat heats up.” Global News, https://globalnews.ca/news/7732846/vancouver-council-2030-olympic-bid-debate/. Accessed 4 April 2021. Sound Effects:“Angry crowd, 20 people, shouting, protesting.” Sound from CC0, Zapsplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Bulldozer operating on construction site.” Sound from Zapsplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Caped superhero zoom past, whoosh, very fast with the flapping of a cape 4.” Sound from ZapSplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Cheer, Basketball Blow, Whistling.” Sound from Sound Ex Machina, Zapsplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Ice skating, ambience, skating rink, indoor, arena, hockey game.” Sound from Articulated, Zapsplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Large audience applauding, cheering and whistling, joyful feeling.” Sound from Sound Ex Machina, Zapsplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Tire skid and screech, emergency brake.” Sound from Silverplatter, Zapsplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/.“Truck reverse tone while engine idles, stationary.” Sound from ZapSplat, https://www.zapsplat.com/. All music is original (created via Garageband on the iPad).

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