I think this is the best Olympic coverage in many years

[Dookus]

I have to say, they're showing the sports. They have knowledgeable commentators. And most importantly, I have NOT seen any sob-stories about how a poor kid from Paramus overcame adolescent bed-wetting to become the world's second-greatest left-handed shot-putter. In fact, I've seen next to nothing in athlete profiles.

Also... I've seen a number of award ceremonies that featured anthems other than the Star Spangled Banner. In the past, non-American award ceremonies didn't get much play.

I'm impressed, especially after the fiasco on the opening night when Bob and Katie couldn't shut up if their lives depended on it.

[Bundbuster]

1. C'mon Dook

We know what's impressing you.

"Hugh Jardon hurdles adolescent child-beating, communism, and clinical acne to win in Athens."

[blitzen]

2. I agree...

plus it's on almost 24/7...and they're showing the cool sports like ping pong (entire matches) and archery

[Dookus]

3. yeah

I wonder what happened. Did they finally get their 1 millionth complaint about the schlockiness?

At least they've done something right. For the first time in memory, I can watch the whole evening broadcast without yelling at the screen.

[Misunderestimator]

6. It wasn't NBC last time was it? I thought it was CBS.

[Dookus]

7. It's been NBC for quite awhile now.

They bought very long-term broadcasting rights for 4 billion dollars in the mid 90's, I think.

[Kelli372]

4. The Olympics are on?

:crazy:

[Dookus]

5. heheh

yeah, and they're doing a good job for a change! Check it out.

[arwalden]

8. I'm Not Glued To My Set... But I've Enjoyed The Coverage So Far

I'm not too partial to the teary-eyed and overly dramatic "back story" segments... but as far as the events themselves, it's pretty good.

[Doohickie]

9. EVERY time

I've tried to channel surf over, I get a profile. I have yet to catch any sporting events.

Really.