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The University takes great pride in the role that our alumni have played in past Olympics, and looks forward to London 2012. This podcast series looks at Oxford University's involvement in the Olympics.
| # | Episode Title | Description | People | Date | |
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| 3 | Olympic Torch Visit | The London 2012 Olympic Torch comes to Oxford's legendary Iffley Road stadium, where the four-minute mile was first run. | Roger Bannister, Steph Cook, Nikki Emerson, Nicola Byrom | 13 Jul 2012 | |
| 2 | The Gamesmakers: Oxonians Preparing for London 2012 | A panel discussion with some of the Oxonians most closely involved with the successful Olympics bid, providing a fascinating insight into the thrills and anxiety of preparing for London 2012. | Andrew Thomas, Roger Mosey, Ed Warner, Paul Williamson | 30 Sep 2011 | |
| 1 | A Cook's Tour: Oxford and the Modern Olympics | The University of Oxford has a rich sporting heritage and many links with the foundation and evolution of the modern Olympics. Professor Simon Lee examins the role of Oxonians as athletes and administrators within this global phenomenon. | Simon Lee | 29 Sep 2011 |