Encyclopaedia Britannica
This Month in History. July: The Olympic Games
This Month in History. July: The Olympic Games. 1904 first US-hosted games in St. Louis, MO; Nadia Comaneci scores first perfect 10; previously disqualified athlete lights torch; notorious cheat Onishchenko; Tokyo games begin a year late...
60 Second Histories
Women in the Olympic Games
This short video explains the role of Women in the Olympic Games and mentions their own Heraia games.
Curated Video
The Origins and Traditions of the Olympic Games
A brief overview of the origins and traditions of the Olympic Games, from its roots in ancient Greek mythology to its revival in the modern era. Explore the significance of key elements such as the Olympic flag representing the five...
Crash Course
The Olympics, FIFA, and why we love sports: Crash Course Games
Today, John Green is going to be your substitute teacher as we dive into the world of sports! Now ��_sports��_ is a pretty broad genre of game, we probably couldn't even cover them in an entire series, but today we're going to do...
Curated Video
Olympic Games History for Kids | Bedtime History
Discover the thrilling saga of the Olympic Games from its ancient beginnings in Olympia, Greece, over 3,000 years ago, to the modern international spectacle we know today. This video takes you on a journey through time, exploring how the...
60 Second Histories
Olympic Games - how they started
This short video explores how and when the Olympic games started and discusses the other games that were also held at the time
Curated Video
Paris suburbs residents express mixed feelings about Olympic Games
Many events of the Olympic Games are not held in Paris, but in the suburbs of the capital. These suburbs are expressed mixed emotions on how the Games are affecting them.
Curated Video
Python for Data Analysis: Step-By-Step with Projects - Olympic Games Project Overview
This video introduces you to the Olympic games project overview. This clip is from the chapter "Capstone Practice Project III" of the series "Python for Data Analysis: Step-By-Step with Projects".This section introduces you to Capstone...
The Guardian
The best of the London 2012 Olympics: The Olympic Games: a short animated history
The best of the London 2012 Olympics: The Olympic Games: a short animated history Our animation is a perfect potted history, should you need it, of the Olympic Games. From Ancient Greece's nude athletes -- mercifully free of corporate...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The ancient origins of the Olympics - Armand D'Angour
Thousands of years in the making, the Olympics began as part of a religious festival honoring the Greek god Zeus in the rural Greek town of Olympia. But how did it become the greatest show of sporting excellence on earth? Armand D'Angour...
Clarendon Learning
Overview of the Olympics for Kids | Learn all about the history of the olympic games
In our overview of the Olympics for Kids video you will learn all about the history of the olympic games and their importance back then and even today. We learn about the symbols of the olympics, when they started, olympic events, the...
Curated Video
Behind the Scenes: Technology and Medical Support at the Olympic Games in Athens
This video provides an overview of the technological infrastructure and systems implemented during the Olympic Games in Athens. It highlights the role of the Technical Operations Centre (TOC) in relaying information and results to the...
TED Talks
How the Olympics Inspire Dreams, Diversity, and Global Change
The Olympics inspire dreams by showcasing athletes' dedication and passion while reminding viewers of the hard work, struggles, and triumphs behind the scenes. Beyond athletics, the Games highlight global diversity, humanizing stories...
Encyclopaedia Britannica
What the Fact: The Olympic Games
Learn more about weird moments in Olympic history.
One Minute History
The Olympic Games - One Minute History
Records of the first Olympic Games date back to Olympia, Greece in 776 B.C. — where a cook won the only event: a 192-meter race. The Roman Empire then conquered Greece in mid-2nd century B.C., and while the games continued every four...
One Minute History
The Olympic Games VERTICAL - One Minute History
Records of the first Olympic Games date back to Olympia, Greece in 776 B.C. — where a cook won the only event: a 192-meter race. The Roman Empire then conquered Greece in mid-2nd century B.C., and while the games continued every four...
Bedtime History
The Olympic Games
The first Olympic games were held in Greece over 2,500 years ago. They were part of a festival honoring the Greek god Zeus and featured just one event, a 600-foot race. The Olympics have changed greatly since that first event. Today’s...
Curated Video
Paris locks down and gets ready for the Olympics
As Paris prepares to welcome the world for the Olympic Games, CBC chief correspondent Adrienne Arsenault explains the charm and complexity of hosting events right next to some of the city’s most famous landmarks.
Great Big Story
He Could be the First American Amputee in the Olympics
Step into the extraordinary life of Blake Leeper, a remarkable athlete and Paralympic sensation challenging stereotypes and pushing boundaries. Despite being born without legs, Blake's determination and passion for running have led him...
TED Talks
Allyson Felix: From Olympic Icon to Advocate
During the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, retired track star Allyson Felix joined the event as a spectator. In this discussion with TED's Whitney Pennington Rodgers, Felix reflects on her transition to life after competition while...
Curated Video
How to win a bid to host the Olympics
The London Olympics is regarded as one of the best Olympic games ever. Olympic minister Tessa Jowell shares her tips on how to win the race to stage the greatest show on earth.
Curated Video
Christian Angermayer: Why the Enhanced Games are a game changer for sports
In the latest episode of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev talks to entrepreneur and investor Christian Angermayer about his latest venture, The Enhanced Games and how it might change the face of sport.
Next Animation Studio
Olympic Games 2016: Rio de Janeiro's polluted waters might put athletes' health at risk
An investigation conducted by the Associated Press found that the waters in Brazil's Guanabara Bay, Copacabana Beach and Rodrigo de Freitas Lake where athletes will compete during the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games are full of human...
Curated Video
Meet the Olympic superfans: 'I have 5,000 pins stored in shoe boxes'
For the first time in Olympic Games history, trinket collectors have their own official trading space. For many, treasuring Olympic memorabilia is a gold medal sport in itself.