Every two years, the world of sports comes together for two weeks of non-stop action.  During this time, viewers across the world revel in the spectacle known as the Olympics.

These sports, besides hockey and some snowboarding events, are not traditional sports people follow regularly. NBC gives viewers a chance to follow competitors of less-popular sports and find excitement from watching various events to which these athletes dedicate their entire lives.

Hardcore sports fans also get a change of pace at seemingly the perfect time. The ability to follow countries or individual athletes comes at the perfect time for many sports junkies who have seen their teams bow out of the playoff race in their respective sports.

It also gives Americans the chance to find new heroes. The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio produced gymnastic stars Simone Biles and Aly Raisman, among others. This year, snowboarders Red Gerard and Chloe Kim are two Americans that have gained attention for their efforts in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

The Olympics evoke national pride in people from across the world. Seeing a country’s colors on the podium in the luge, Nordic combined, curling or any other event should bring a sense of pride and love for one’s country.

These two weeks also display some of the best female athletes currently walking on this planet. Women’s sports have come a long way since the inception of Title IX in 1972. And the Olympics give those competing on the biggest stage a chance to show the rest of the world how talented they are.

Finally, countries from all over the globe are given the chance to set aside differences and unite. The Olympic motto is “Faster, Higher, Stronger,” and the last word should hit home with current world leaders during trying times. The countries of North and South Korea were united for the opening ceremony.

There is no shortage of electric moments in these Olympic games. People from all walks of life are entertained by the athletes currently on the other side of the world. All they need to do is tune to NBC or NBC Sports Network on their television, tablet or smart phone and enjoy for a short sitting each day.