Don't miss a beat from the upcoming Paris Olympics! Be immune from the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) with Olympic FOMO, your daily Olympics recap, in 20 minutes or less.
The CBC's Olympics programming for the Paris Games is bringing some extra spice to Canadian viewers with Olympic FOMO, a show hosted by well-known and beloved radio personalities Mark Strong and Jememi. Through their next-level access to Paris 2024, they'll offer some truly unique perspectives and showcase cultural diversity on this global stage!
Olympic FOMO with Mark & Jem lets you know who and what from each day of competition has captured the world’s attention.
Incorporating a vibrant Afro-Caribbean vibe, they interview athletes, entertainers and celebrities as they explore the synergy between sports and culture. CBC and the Olympic FOMO crew are thrilled to make this long-awaited return happen as part of such a special project.
You can follow the engaging conversations and thought-provoking content through podcast episodes and on CBC TV. The first podcast episode will be released on Friday, July 26, and the first TV episode will be released on Saturday, July 27.
What to look out for
In our conversation with Mark and Jemeni, we highlight the importance of storytelling in connecting with audiences and celebrating the small wins that bring Canada to a bigger platform. It's all about the stories, not just statistics. And did you hear? Break dancing is now an Olympic sport! They'll cover the breaking events, featuring Canadian gold-medal hope—break dancer Philip Kim. How cool is that?
Jemeni expresses missing the direct interaction with the audience, recalling fond memories of inspiring young listeners to pursue broadcasting and receiving support from older listeners. What a heartwarming connection!
They also delved into important topics, discussing the challenges faced by Black-owned stations and the struggle for more black ownership in the media industry. It is a crucial conversation that needs more spotlight.
