* I was strong armed into watching the Opening Ceremony on Friday and I still just don’t get it. China is a huge human rights violator and yet for 5 plus hours we were supposed to sit back and enjoy the glory. I rarely, strike that; never agree with W, but kudos to him for speaking out against the Chinese government prior to the ceremony. Too little too late though.
* On the plus side fireworks look amazing in HD. In fact, watching the Olympics in HD might be the best sales pitch for HD ever. From the water droplets in the pool to the wrinkles on Jim Lampley’s face, the detail is amazing.
* I might be buying into the hype of the Redeem Team as they looked like an actual team in yesterday’s win over China. Let Chris Paul start and it might actually be appointment TV.
* Bob Costas is getting awfully surly in his old age. Saturday night he just about shot his entire studio team as both he and Bela weren’t miked up for their gymnastics discussion. It’s a live broadcast Bob, mistakes happen, it’s not like you had four years to prepare or anything.
* The smog in Beijing looks so oppressive. Sure the new buildings are beautiful, especially the swimming cube, but it’s hard to take in the cycling against a grey backdrop.
* As much as I try to be a cynic I found myself screaming like a giddy Jonas Brothers fan as the US relay team pulled off that amazing comeback last night. It’s hard not to get caught up in the thrill of victory or the agony of defeat.
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