Episodes

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ171, Gordon Smart, Live At Islington (a)โ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Thatโ€™s right โ€“ The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!

    Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

    Sign up for the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and get access to these bonus podcasts and more!

    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return with another round of top-tier sporting nonsense, barely researched takes, and an absolutely brilliant special guest.

    โ€œLike a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.โ€

    โœจ This Weekโ€™s Special Guest โ€“ Max Rushden!

    If youโ€™ve enjoyed our guest episodes with Chesney Hawkes, Josh Widdicombe, or Sam Warburton, youโ€™re in for a treat.

    This week we welcome Max Rushden โ€” broadcaster, podcaster, football obsessive, and all-round good guy.

    Max is the long-running host of Guardian Football Weekly, where he teams up with our friend Barry Glendenning for football chat, laughs, and chaos. 

    Heโ€™s also recently launched a new podcast with comedian David Oโ€™Doherty called What Did You Do Yesterday?, where they interview fascinating guests about a completely ordinary day.

    ๐ŸŽง Guardian Football Weekly

    ๐ŸŽง What Did You Do Yesterday?

    Maxโ€™s broadcasting career has spanned BBC Radio 5 Live, talkSPORT, Channel 4โ€™s Jump Off, and iconic years hosting Skyโ€™s Soccer AM. 

    Known for his wit, love of the underdog, and eye for the ridiculous, Max fits right in at the Distant Pod.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Weโ€™re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!

    Tickets on general sale now โ€“ head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    ๐ŸŽ‰ This Weekโ€™s Show โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    Max has brought some absolute gems to the show:

    ๐Ÿฅซ Baked Beans, Penalties โ€“ Max and Charlie Baker

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on X/Twitter

    ๐ŸŽ Man Versus Beast

    Yes, humans really raced animals on TV in 2003. No, we canโ€™t quite believe it either.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    โ›ธ๏ธ Steven Bradbury โ€“ Australian Speed Skating Gold, 2002

    The greatest underdog gold medal of all time.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    (Yes, Joe Marler wishes he picked it, but no, it wasnโ€™t actually his choice. And yes, technically Steff picked it for a live stream, butโ€ฆ weโ€™ve lost the tapes.)

    ๐Ÿ“– A Little Extra Gift from Max

    Max also shared this brilliant nostalgic piece that perfectly fits the vibe of the pod:

    ๐Ÿ”— Vonk, Zoeller, Tombaโ€ฆ The Joy of Sporting Names (The Guardian)

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Patreon gets you:

    Bonus episodes & extra clips
    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod
    Early access & live tour presale
    Gift memberships

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense โ€” only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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  • Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return with another round of top-tier sporting nonsense, barely researched takes, and an absolutely brilliant special guest.

    โ€œLike a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.โ€

    โœจ This Weekโ€™s Special Guest โ€“ Max Rushden!

    If youโ€™ve enjoyed our guest episodes with Chesney Hawkes, Josh Widdicombe, or Sam Warburton, youโ€™re in for a treat.

    This week we welcome Max Rushden โ€” broadcaster, podcaster, football obsessive, and all-round good guy.

    Max is the long-running host of Guardian Football Weekly, where he teams up with our friend Barry Glendenning for football chat, laughs, and chaos. 

    Heโ€™s also recently launched a new podcast with comedian David Oโ€™Doherty called What Did You Do Yesterday?, where they interview fascinating guests about a completely ordinary day.

    ๐ŸŽง Guardian Football Weekly

    ๐ŸŽง What Did You Do Yesterday?

    Maxโ€™s broadcasting career has spanned BBC Radio 5 Live, talkSPORT, Channel 4โ€™s Jump Off, and iconic years hosting Skyโ€™s Soccer AM. 

    Known for his wit, love of the underdog, and eye for the ridiculous, Max fits right in at the Distant Pod.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Weโ€™re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!

    Tickets on general sale now โ€“ head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    ๐ŸŽ‰ This Weekโ€™s Show โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    Max has brought some absolute gems to the show:

    ๐Ÿฅซ Baked Beans, Penalties โ€“ Max and Charlie Baker

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on X/Twitter

    ๐ŸŽ Man Versus Beast

    Yes, humans really raced animals on TV in 2003. No, we canโ€™t quite believe it either.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    โ›ธ๏ธ Steven Bradbury โ€“ Australian Speed Skating Gold, 2002

    The greatest underdog gold medal of all time.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    (Yes, Joe Marler wishes he picked it, but no, it wasnโ€™t actually his choice. And yes, technically Steff picked it for a live stream, butโ€ฆ weโ€™ve lost the tapes.)

    ๐Ÿ“– A Little Extra Gift from Max

    Max also shared this brilliant nostalgic piece that perfectly fits the vibe of the pod:

    ๐Ÿ”— Vonk, Zoeller, Tombaโ€ฆ The Joy of Sporting Names (The Guardian)

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Patreon gets you:

    Bonus episodes & extra clips
    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod
    Early access & live tour presale
    Gift memberships

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense โ€” only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ200: It's Been On The Radio Since 1942 Mikeโ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Thatโ€™s right โ€“ The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!

    Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

    Sign up for the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and get access to these bonus podcasts and more!

    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 263: Choking Out Oโ€™Toole

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another week of niche sporting brilliance, vintage clips, and beautifully off-topic chaos. Expect flying tackles, Scottish football nostalgia, racket sport wars, and a bit of Brian Blessed for good measure.

    "Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Weโ€™re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!

    Tickets are on sale now โ€” head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    โœจ Whatโ€™s On This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ’ฅ Maddison Levi tackle โ€“ A clever hit youโ€™ll want to see.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Elis:

    โšฝ Craig Bellamy: Pure passion โ€“ Classic Bellamy in full flow.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    Steff:

    ๐ŸŽพ Padel and Pickleball: The new badminton and squash โ€“ The rise of racket sports madness.

    ๐Ÿ”— Padel highlights

    ๐Ÿ”— Pickleball highlights

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)

    Elis Documentary:

    ๐Ÿด That Was The Team That Was: Scotland โ€™74 โ€“ A brilliant look back at a legendary squad.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC iPlayer

    Mike Book:

    ๐Ÿ“š Absolute Pandemonium by Brian Blessed โ€“ Loud, chaotic, and very Brian.

    ๐Ÿ”— Get it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early live show access.

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿคธโ€โ™€๏ธ Ashlyn Pinner & Brandon Gray (USF Cheer Team) โ€“ Pure athleticism.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Elis:

    โšฝ Ajax youth team brilliance โ€“ The future of football on show.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Twitter/X

    Steff:

    ๐ŸŽพ Stefan Edberg magic โ€“ A slice of tennis nostalgia.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Patreon gets you:

    Bonus episodes & extra clips
    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod
    Early access & live tour presale
    Gift memberships

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense โ€” only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 263: Choking Out Oโ€™Toole

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another week of niche sporting brilliance, vintage clips, and beautifully off-topic chaos. Expect flying tackles, Scottish football nostalgia, racket sport wars, and a bit of Brian Blessed for good measure.

    "Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Weโ€™re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!

    Tickets are on sale now โ€” head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    โœจ Whatโ€™s On This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ’ฅ Maddison Levi tackle โ€“ A clever hit youโ€™ll want to see.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Elis:

    โšฝ Craig Bellamy: Pure passion โ€“ Classic Bellamy in full flow.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    Steff:

    ๐ŸŽพ Padel and Pickleball: The new badminton and squash โ€“ The rise of racket sports madness.

    ๐Ÿ”— Padel highlights

    ๐Ÿ”— Pickleball highlights

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)

    Elis Documentary:

    ๐Ÿด That Was The Team That Was: Scotland โ€™74 โ€“ A brilliant look back at a legendary squad.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC iPlayer

    Mike Book:

    ๐Ÿ“š Absolute Pandemonium by Brian Blessed โ€“ Loud, chaotic, and very Brian.

    ๐Ÿ”— Get it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early live show access.

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿคธโ€โ™€๏ธ Ashlyn Pinner & Brandon Gray (USF Cheer Team) โ€“ Pure athleticism.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Elis:

    โšฝ Ajax youth team brilliance โ€“ The future of football on show.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Twitter/X

    Steff:

    ๐ŸŽพ Stefan Edberg magic โ€“ A slice of tennis nostalgia.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Patreon gets you:

    Bonus episodes & extra clips
    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod
    Early access & live tour presale
    Gift memberships

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense โ€” only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ76:Hackney Empire (a) 1st Legโ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Thatโ€™s right โ€“ The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!

    Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

    Sign up for the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and get access to these bonus podcasts and more!

    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 262: Oh My God, Heโ€™s 52!

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another week of vintage sporting clips, niche nostalgia, and the usual barely-relevant chaos.

    This week thereโ€™s Gen Z player confusion, outrageous tries, rally car legends, and Baker & Kelly.

    "Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Weโ€™re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!

    Tickets are on general sale โ€“ head to distantpod.com/live for full info.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre (Tickets)

    โœจ Whatโ€™s On This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿ“ป Baker and Kelly โ€“ Classic radio chaos from two absolute legends.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ‘ถ Trying to Explain Gen Z โ€“ Elis vs the modern world.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ‰ What a Try! โ€“ โ€œVintageโ€ rugby brilliance in one brilliant move.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)

    Mikeโ€™s Documentary Choice:

    ๐Ÿ Legends of Welsh Sport: Nicky Grist โ€“ A deep dive into the world of rally co-driving.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC iPlayer

    Steffโ€™s Book Choice:

    ๐Ÿ“š Warming Up by Madeleine Orr โ€“ A timely look at sport and climate change.

    ๐Ÿ”— Get it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join us on Patreon for extra episodes, spin-offs, and priority live show access!

    Steff:

    โšฝ Flip Throw Madness โ€“ A stunning throw-in from the BBC archive.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC

    Mike:

    ๐ŸŽฅ Peter Williams: Cameraman, Darts Legend

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ‰ Rob Howley and Neil Jenkins, 1982 โ€“ Two future Welsh legends, looking very different.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get Even More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Sign up to Patreon for:

    Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30+ minutes of exclusive clips and chaos every week
    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod โ€“ Our incredible spin-offs
    Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat someone to quality nonsense
    Early Access & Tour Presales โ€“ Be first in line for the live shows

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes for pure, unfiltered brilliance

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of sport, nostalgia, and total chaos โ€“ only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 262: Oh My God, Heโ€™s 52!

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another week of vintage sporting clips, niche nostalgia, and the usual barely-relevant chaos.

    This week thereโ€™s Gen Z player confusion, outrageous tries, rally car legends, and Baker & Kelly.

    "Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Weโ€™re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!

    Tickets are on general sale โ€“ head to distantpod.com/live for full info.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre (Tickets)

    โœจ Whatโ€™s On This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿ“ป Baker and Kelly โ€“ Classic radio chaos from two absolute legends.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ‘ถ Trying to Explain Gen Z โ€“ Elis vs the modern world.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ‰ What a Try! โ€“ โ€œVintageโ€ rugby brilliance in one brilliant move.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)

    Mikeโ€™s Documentary Choice:

    ๐Ÿ Legends of Welsh Sport: Nicky Grist โ€“ A deep dive into the world of rally co-driving.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC iPlayer

    Steffโ€™s Book Choice:

    ๐Ÿ“š Warming Up by Madeleine Orr โ€“ A timely look at sport and climate change.

    ๐Ÿ”— Get it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join us on Patreon for extra episodes, spin-offs, and priority live show access!

    Steff:

    โšฝ Flip Throw Madness โ€“ A stunning throw-in from the BBC archive.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC

    Mike:

    ๐ŸŽฅ Peter Williams: Cameraman, Darts Legend

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ‰ Rob Howley and Neil Jenkins, 1982 โ€“ Two future Welsh legends, looking very different.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get Even More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Sign up to Patreon for:

    Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30+ minutes of exclusive clips and chaos every week
    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod โ€“ Our incredible spin-offs
    Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat someone to quality nonsense
    Early Access & Tour Presales โ€“ Be first in line for the live shows

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes for pure, unfiltered brilliance

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of sport, nostalgia, and total chaos โ€“ only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ76:Hackney Empire (a) 1st Legโ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Thatโ€™s right โ€“ The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!

    Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

    Sign up for the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and get access to these bonus podcasts and more!

    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 261: Medium Performance

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another week of niche sporting brilliance, poorly researched tangents, and top-tier nonsense.

    This week weโ€™ve got: good old-fashioned Welsh rugby nostalgia, Shaun Edwardsโ€™ eternal intensity, Millie Bright doing business, and the surprisingly emotional journey of a curling stone. Oh, and a Super Bowl, 1980s-style.

    "Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Thatโ€™s right โ€“ The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!

    Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live

    ๐ŸŽซ Want early access? Join the Patreon on a paid tier and get in ahead of the crowd.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    โœจ Whatโ€™s On This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Shaun on Danny โ€“ If you need motivation, Shaun Edwards has you covered. Again.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ Phil Pugh โ€“ Proper Old School โ€“ A classic clip from the golden era of Welsh hardmen.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Twitter/X

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Millie Bright Invests in Sports Bras โ€“ An important conversation about support, equality, and innovation in womenโ€™s sport.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ”— Read the full article

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)

    Steffโ€™s Documentary Pick:

    ๐ŸŽ“ The Gareth Southgate Lecture โ€“ Leadership, resilience, and an England manager being genuinely inspiring.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC iPlayer

    Elisโ€™ Book Choice:

    ๐Ÿ“– Alternative Wales โ€“ Issue 17 โ€“ Welsh football culture, fan stories, and proper indie spirit.

    ๐Ÿ”— Buy it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, spin-off shows, and pre-sale access to live shows.

    Elis:

    โšฝ Angel Rangel โ€“ What a Guy โ€“ Swansea Cityโ€™s Spanish cult hero.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿˆ Watching the 1981 Super Bowl in the UK โ€“ Itโ€™s grainy, itโ€™s weird, and itโ€™s glorious.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    Mike:

    ๐ŸงŠ How Curling Stones Are Made โ€“ Itโ€™s oddly satisfying and a bit emotional.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Join Patreon for the full experience:

    Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30+ mins of extra content weekly.
    Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Our beloved spin-offs.
    Gift Memberships โ€“ Give a mate the gift of nonsense.
    Early access & support โ€“ Keep the show going and help Mike expand his vintage leisurewear wardrobe.

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes for pure, uninterrupted nonsense

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of niche sport, cult heroes, and completely unnecessary tangents โ€“ only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 261: Medium Performance

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another week of niche sporting brilliance, poorly researched tangents, and top-tier nonsense.

    This week weโ€™ve got: good old-fashioned Welsh rugby nostalgia, Shaun Edwardsโ€™ eternal intensity, Millie Bright doing business, and the surprisingly emotional journey of a curling stone. Oh, and a Super Bowl, 1980s-style.

    "Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weโ€™re Going on Tour in 2026!

    Thatโ€™s right โ€“ The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!

    Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live

    ๐ŸŽซ Want early access? Join the Patreon on a paid tier and get in ahead of the crowd.

    ๐Ÿ“ Tour Dates:

    Fri 20 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Sat 21 March 2026 โ€“ Cardiff, New Theatre
    Tue 7 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Wed 8 April 2026 โ€“ London, Hackney Empire
    Fri 24 April 2026 โ€“ Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    โœจ Whatโ€™s On This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Shaun on Danny โ€“ If you need motivation, Shaun Edwards has you covered. Again.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ Phil Pugh โ€“ Proper Old School โ€“ A classic clip from the golden era of Welsh hardmen.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Twitter/X

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Millie Bright Invests in Sports Bras โ€“ An important conversation about support, equality, and innovation in womenโ€™s sport.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ”— Read the full article

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)

    Steffโ€™s Documentary Pick:

    ๐ŸŽ“ The Gareth Southgate Lecture โ€“ Leadership, resilience, and an England manager being genuinely inspiring.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on BBC iPlayer

    Elisโ€™ Book Choice:

    ๐Ÿ“– Alternative Wales โ€“ Issue 17 โ€“ Welsh football culture, fan stories, and proper indie spirit.

    ๐Ÿ”— Buy it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, spin-off shows, and pre-sale access to live shows.

    Elis:

    โšฝ Angel Rangel โ€“ What a Guy โ€“ Swansea Cityโ€™s Spanish cult hero.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿˆ Watching the 1981 Super Bowl in the UK โ€“ Itโ€™s grainy, itโ€™s weird, and itโ€™s glorious.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on YouTube

    Mike:

    ๐ŸงŠ How Curling Stones Are Made โ€“ Itโ€™s oddly satisfying and a bit emotional.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ’ก Get More of the Pod Every Week

    ๐ŸŽง Join Patreon for the full experience:

    Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30+ mins of extra content weekly.
    Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Our beloved spin-offs.
    Gift Memberships โ€“ Give a mate the gift of nonsense.
    Early access & support โ€“ Keep the show going and help Mike expand his vintage leisurewear wardrobe.

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    Early access every Tuesday
    Ad-free episodes for pure, uninterrupted nonsense

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of niche sport, cult heroes, and completely unnecessary tangents โ€“ only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ94:Grubs and Slobsโ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

    Sign up for the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and get access to these bonus podcasts and more!

    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 260: Our Friends at the Ford Motor Company

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another week of sporting chaos, niche nostalgia, and tangents that take longer to arrive than a Capri Mk2 in rush hour.

    This week weโ€™ve got: Wally losing it in the dugout, rugby underdogs upsetting the giants, Elton Johnโ€™s autobiography, and a heartfelt poem about Steve Bull delivered by actual rock royalty. Also โ€“ the Grand Slam Track, some subtle Rishi shade, and a celebration of Aaron Ramseyโ€™s journey from Caerphilly to Captain.

    โ€œLike a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.โ€

    โœจ Whatโ€™s on This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (Out Wednesday)

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ˜ก Wally Backman Meltdown โ€“ Baseball manager goes full nuclear. Itโ€™s a masterclass in swearing and dugout destruction.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Elis:

    ๐ŸŽค Steve Bull Poem by Tom Parry โ€“ Performed by Robert Plant (Yes, that one)

    Itโ€™s heartfelt, hilarious, and has a Led Zeppelin frontman reading about a Wolves legend.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿ‰ Moana Pasifika Beat the Crusaders โ€“ One of Super Rugbyโ€™s greatest underdog moments. Spine-tingling.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the try

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (Out Friday)

    Elisโ€™ Documentary Pick:

    Premier League Stories: Aaron Ramsey โ€“ From local lad to European stage, with all the drama in between.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on NOW TV

    Mikeโ€™s Book Choice:

    ๐ŸŽน Me by Elton John โ€“ Music, madness, tantrums, tiarasโ€ฆ and probably a fair bit of Watford FC.

    ๐Ÿ”— Buy it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (Patreon Exclusive)

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ’ผ Rishi Sunak Banter โ€“ Sometimes you just have to let a clip speak for itself.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Steff:

    ๐ŸŽต Grand Slam Track

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the short

    ๐Ÿ”— Visit Grand Slam Track

    Mike:

    โ›ณ Ian Poulter & Cam Smith.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ’ก Want Even More of the Pod Every Week?

    ๐ŸŽง Join Patreon!

    Patreon is the best way to support the show and unlock exclusive weekly content:

    Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30+ mins of extra clips and chaos every week.
    Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Our legendary spin-offs.
    Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to proper nonsense.
    Help us keep going โ€“ And keep Mike in Ford Cortina (not the new one) memorabilia.

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 tiers now

    ๐Ÿš€ Or Try Wondery+

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Early access every Tuesday
    โŒ Completely ad-free listening

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of barely researched brilliance, niche nostalgia, and sporting absurdity โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 260: Our Friends at the Ford Motor Company

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another week of sporting chaos, niche nostalgia, and tangents that take longer to arrive than a Capri Mk2 in rush hour.

    This week weโ€™ve got: Wally losing it in the dugout, rugby underdogs upsetting the giants, Elton Johnโ€™s autobiography, and a heartfelt poem about Steve Bull delivered by actual rock royalty. Also โ€“ the Grand Slam Track, some subtle Rishi shade, and a celebration of Aaron Ramseyโ€™s journey from Caerphilly to Captain.

    โ€œLike a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.โ€

    โœจ Whatโ€™s on This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (Out Wednesday)

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ˜ก Wally Backman Meltdown โ€“ Baseball manager goes full nuclear. Itโ€™s a masterclass in swearing and dugout destruction.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Elis:

    ๐ŸŽค Steve Bull Poem by Tom Parry โ€“ Performed by Robert Plant (Yes, that one)

    Itโ€™s heartfelt, hilarious, and has a Led Zeppelin frontman reading about a Wolves legend.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Steff:

    ๐Ÿ‰ Moana Pasifika Beat the Crusaders โ€“ One of Super Rugbyโ€™s greatest underdog moments. Spine-tingling.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the try

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (Out Friday)

    Elisโ€™ Documentary Pick:

    Premier League Stories: Aaron Ramsey โ€“ From local lad to European stage, with all the drama in between.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on NOW TV

    Mikeโ€™s Book Choice:

    ๐ŸŽน Me by Elton John โ€“ Music, madness, tantrums, tiarasโ€ฆ and probably a fair bit of Watford FC.

    ๐Ÿ”— Buy it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (Patreon Exclusive)

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿ’ผ Rishi Sunak Banter โ€“ Sometimes you just have to let a clip speak for itself.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Facebook

    Steff:

    ๐ŸŽต Grand Slam Track

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the short

    ๐Ÿ”— Visit Grand Slam Track

    Mike:

    โ›ณ Ian Poulter & Cam Smith.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ’ก Want Even More of the Pod Every Week?

    ๐ŸŽง Join Patreon!

    Patreon is the best way to support the show and unlock exclusive weekly content:

    Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30+ mins of extra clips and chaos every week.
    Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Our legendary spin-offs.
    Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to proper nonsense.
    Help us keep going โ€“ And keep Mike in Ford Cortina (not the new one) memorabilia.

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 tiers now

    ๐Ÿš€ Or Try Wondery+

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Early access every Tuesday
    โŒ Completely ad-free listening

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of barely researched brilliance, niche nostalgia, and sporting absurdity โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ203: I Do It All In The Nude โ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

    Sign up for the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and get access to these bonus podcasts and more!

    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 259

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another round of sporting chaos, wild tangents, and barely-researched brilliance.

    This week? Public toilet jeopardy, rugby referee rage, George Foreman defying time, a YA novel about running, and one of the most terrifying away ends in football. Just another week in the Bar.

    โ€œLike a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.โ€

    โœจ Whatโ€™s on This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿšฝ The Dangers of Going for a Piss โ€“ When nature calls mid-game, chaos can follow.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐ŸงŸ Mordor Away โ€“ A genuinely terrifying away end. Orcs probably booed.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Angus Gardner: RefChaos โ€“ Mike breaks down one of the greatest ref moments in rugby.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Documentary: Dorian Yates โ€“ The Original Mass Monster

    Old-school bodybuilding, big weights, bigger intensity.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Amazon

    ๐Ÿ“š Book: Ghost by Jason Reynolds

    A fast, sharp young adult novel about running, fear, and finding your pace in life.

    ๐Ÿ”— Buy it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    Steff:

    ๐ŸฅŠ Foreman โ€“ 21 Years Apart โ€“ George Foreman becomes world champ in '73โ€ฆ and again in '94. Unbelievable.

    ๐Ÿ”— 1973 Fight

    ๐Ÿ”— 1994 Full Fight

    ๐Ÿ”— Short Version

    ๐Ÿง  Quade Cooper on Communication โ€“ Chill, thoughtful, and unexpectedly deep.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    โšฝ Panama Beat USA โ€“ Underdogs, upsets, and pure CONCACAF energy.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ’ก Join Patreon โ€“ Get More of the Pod Every Week

    Want even more nonsense? Patreon is the best way to support the show and get exclusive extras:

    ๐ŸŽง Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of extra clips and chaos every week.
    ๐ŸŽฌ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod โ€“ Instant access to our bonus spin-offs.
    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Give the gift of quality nonsense.
    ๐Ÿ’ธ Support the Pod โ€“ Help us keep going (and keep Mike in vintage flares).

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 tiers now and unlock it all.

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Early access โ€“ Listen every Tuesday.
    โŒ Ad-free โ€“ Just the good stuff, no interruptions.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of nostalgia, nonsense, and niche sporting brilliance โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 259

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another round of sporting chaos, wild tangents, and barely-researched brilliance.

    This week? Public toilet jeopardy, rugby referee rage, George Foreman defying time, a YA novel about running, and one of the most terrifying away ends in football. Just another week in the Bar.

    โ€œLike a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.โ€

    โœจ Whatโ€™s on This Weekโ€™s Episode?

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    Elis:

    ๐Ÿšฝ The Dangers of Going for a Piss โ€“ When nature calls mid-game, chaos can follow.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐ŸงŸ Mordor Away โ€“ A genuinely terrifying away end. Orcs probably booed.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    Mike:

    ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Angus Gardner: RefChaos โ€“ Mike breaks down one of the greatest ref moments in rugby.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Documentary: Dorian Yates โ€“ The Original Mass Monster

    Old-school bodybuilding, big weights, bigger intensity.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch on Amazon

    ๐Ÿ“š Book: Ghost by Jason Reynolds

    A fast, sharp young adult novel about running, fear, and finding your pace in life.

    ๐Ÿ”— Buy it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    Steff:

    ๐ŸฅŠ Foreman โ€“ 21 Years Apart โ€“ George Foreman becomes world champ in '73โ€ฆ and again in '94. Unbelievable.

    ๐Ÿ”— 1973 Fight

    ๐Ÿ”— 1994 Full Fight

    ๐Ÿ”— Short Version

    ๐Ÿง  Quade Cooper on Communication โ€“ Chill, thoughtful, and unexpectedly deep.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    โšฝ Panama Beat USA โ€“ Underdogs, upsets, and pure CONCACAF energy.

    ๐Ÿ”— Watch the clip

    ๐Ÿ’ก Join Patreon โ€“ Get More of the Pod Every Week

    Want even more nonsense? Patreon is the best way to support the show and get exclusive extras:

    ๐ŸŽง Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of extra clips and chaos every week.
    ๐ŸŽฌ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod โ€“ Instant access to our bonus spin-offs.
    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Give the gift of quality nonsense.
    ๐Ÿ’ธ Support the Pod โ€“ Help us keep going (and keep Mike in vintage flares).

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 tiers now and unlock it all.

    ๐Ÿš€ Prefer Wondery+?

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Early access โ€“ Listen every Tuesday.
    โŒ Ad-free โ€“ Just the good stuff, no interruptions.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week of nostalgia, nonsense, and niche sporting brilliance โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!

    Weโ€™ve dived deep into our archive to bring you the best stories, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable moments from The Socially Distant Sports Bar. Perfect for newcomers, these curated clips are a great way to explore the highlights from earlier episodes.

    ๐Ÿš€ Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ This Weekโ€™s Clip:

    Taken from โ€œ208:Donโ€™t You Know Who I Think I Am?โ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:

    Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club: Elis, Mike, and Steff hilariously dissect a sports movie.Hoffi Pod: The lads share and chat about their favourite non-sports clips.

    ๐ŸŽ‰ Ready to join the fun?

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    Start listening and discover why The Socially Distant Sports Bar is your ultimate destination for laughs, sports, and stories.

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  • ๐ŸŽ‰ The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ 5th Anniversary Special! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Episode 258

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back for a very special episode โ€“ celebrating five incredible years of the podcast!

    From our very first episode to now, itโ€™s been five years of sporting chaos, niche nostalgia, and barely relevant tangents. This week, weโ€™re marking the occasion in style:

    ๐ŸŽธ Brand New Theme Tunes โ€“ The incredible Secret Guitarist has recorded fresh theme tunes just for us!

    ๐ŸŽฅ Live Stream Recording โ€“ Our Patreon members got to watch this episode recorded live!

    ๐ŸŽ‚ Five Years of Nonsense โ€“ Half a decade of barely-researched sporting takes.

    โœจ THIS WEEKโ€™S SHOW โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    This week, weโ€™ve got everything:

    โšฝ Football tea troubles

    ๐ŸŽธ College football anthems

    ๐Ÿ“š A must-read book which clearly isnโ€™t about sports & an eye-opening sports doc

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    ๐Ÿซ– Duncan Ferguson Hates the Tea at Flint Town United โ€“ Turns out Big Dunc isnโ€™t just tough on defendersโ€ฆ heโ€™s got very strong opinions on a cuppa.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿค Roy Keaneโ€™s Reluctant Handshake โ€“ Peak Keano. A masterclass in absolute refusal.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐ŸŽถ Tom Pettyโ€™s "Wonโ€™t Back Down" at Florida Gators โ€“ An American sports anthem at its best. Goosebumps guaranteed.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Documentary โ€“ 26.2 to Life โ€“ A fascinating deep dive into the San Quentin Prison Marathon.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“– Book โ€“ Postwar by Tony Judt โ€“ Elisโ€™ pick this week is a monumental book on European history โ€“ sport might feature, but we canโ€™t promise.

    ๐Ÿ“š Get it here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    ๐ŸŽค Sometimes Maybe Goodโ€ฆ โ€“ One of the greatest football press conference moments of all time.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿˆ Jon Gruden on Andrew Luck โ€“ The most Gruden clip ever.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    โšฝ Shithousery at Dennis Bergkampโ€™s Testimonial โ€“ Even a testimonial isnโ€™t safe from peak football nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

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    ๐Ÿฟ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Reviewing sports films, from classics to absolute disasters. Expect strong opinions, dodgy acting, and a lot of unexpected tangents.

    ๐ŸŽง Hoffi Pod โ€“ Elis and Steff dig into their favourite non-sports clips, while Mike providesโ€ฆ letโ€™s just call it enthusiastic commentary.

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    ๐Ÿ”น Early access โ€“ Listen every Tuesday before anyone else.

    ๐Ÿ”น Ad-free episodes โ€“ Just the good stuff, no interruptions.

    ๐ŸŽ‚ FIVE YEARS OF SPORTING NONSENSE โ€“ THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! ๐ŸŽ‰

    Hereโ€™s to the next five yearsโ€ฆ Enjoy the episode! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ

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