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  • 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.

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  • 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?

    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‰ 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

    ๐ŸŽง How to Get Even More of the Pod

    ๐Ÿ’ก Join Patreon for Bonus Content!

    Want more clips, more chaos, and more laughs? Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get extra content every week:

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of exclusive nonsense every week.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Two of the best bonus pods, included in your membership.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and unlock it all!

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts โ€“ Only on Patreon!

    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.

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? Wondery+ gives you:

    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

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

  • 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

    ๐ŸŽง How to Get Even More of the Pod

    ๐Ÿ’ก Join Patreon for Bonus Content!

    Want more clips, more chaos, and more laughs? Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get extra content every week:

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of exclusive nonsense every week.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Two of the best bonus pods, included in your membership.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and unlock it all!

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts โ€“ Only on Patreon!

    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.

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? Wondery+ gives you:

    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

    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€œ201: โ€‹โ€‹The Argus? No Offence, But The Argus? Not Even The Echo?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 favorite 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 257

    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.

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

    โœจ This Weekโ€™s Special Guest โ€“ Joe Marler!

    England rugby legend Joe Marler steps into the bar for an episode packed with stories, laughs, and unexpected detours. If you loved our guest episodes with Chesney Hawkes, Josh Widdicombe, or Sam Warburton, youโ€™re going to love this one.

    Joeโ€™s career speaks for itself:

    ๐Ÿ‰ 95 caps for England and a 2017 British & Irish Lions tour

    ๐Ÿ† Three Six Nations titles and two World Cup Finals

    ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Harlequins Hero (2009-2024), with three Premiership titles and a European Challenge Cup

    Now that heโ€™s swapped the scrum for the studio, Joeโ€™s got plenty to say โ€“ and, as youโ€™d expect, nothing is off-limits!

    (๐Ÿ“ข Huge thanks to Dave Doodlemoose for the bespoke artwork on every Guest Episode!)

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Joeโ€™s Got His Own Podcast Too!

    Joeโ€™s now deep in the world of podcasting with Joe Marlerโ€™s Things People Do, where he dives into the weird, wonderful, and downright bizarre jobs that people do. If you enjoy this episode, youโ€™ll love his pod too!

    ๐ŸŽ‰ THIS WEEKโ€™S SHOW โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    Joeโ€™s brought some cracking clips along for the ride:

    ๐Ÿฅ‡ Stephen Bradburyโ€™s Gold Medal Miracle โ€“ The most ridiculous Olympic win of all time. A lesson in patienceโ€ฆ or just dumb luck?

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ… Jonathan Edwardsโ€™ Triple Jump World Record โ€“ A world record so good, they had to check the tape twice.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    โ„๏ธ Things People Do โ€“ How to Sh*t in the Arctic โ€“ Yes, really. Youโ€™ll never complain about a public toilet again.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    โšฝ The Clip That Didnโ€™t Make It โ€“ Cantona Kicks a Fan โ€“ One of the wildest moments in football history.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ’ก Why Join Patreon?

    Want even more chaos, clips, and laughs? Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get extra content every single week:

    ๐Ÿ”ฅ Bonus Episodes โ€“ At least 30 minutes of exclusive nonsense every week. More clips, more chaos, more laughs.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Immediate access to two of the best bonus pods around.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Give a mate the gift of quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts โ€“ Only on Patreon!

    Want even more laughs? Patreon subscribers get exclusive access to our bonus podcasts, packed with extra nonsense you wonโ€™t hear anywhere else.

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

    ๐ŸŽง Hoffi Pod โ€“ Elis, Mike, and Steff bring their favourite non-sporting clips to the table, from weird TV moments to niche internet gems.

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and unlock hours of extra content every single week! ๐Ÿš€

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? No worries โ€“ Wondery+ gives you:

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

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

    โœจ A Legendary Guest, Top-Tier Nonsense, and Sporting Gold โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss This One! ๐ŸŽ‰

    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 257

    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.

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

    โœจ This Weekโ€™s Special Guest โ€“ Joe Marler!

    England rugby legend Joe Marler steps into the bar for an episode packed with stories, laughs, and unexpected detours. If you loved our guest episodes with Chesney Hawkes, Josh Widdicombe, or Sam Warburton, youโ€™re going to love this one.

    Joeโ€™s career speaks for itself:

    ๐Ÿ‰ 95 caps for England and a 2017 British & Irish Lions tour

    ๐Ÿ† Three Six Nations titles and two World Cup Finals

    ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Harlequins Hero (2009-2024), with three Premiership titles and a European Challenge Cup

    Now that heโ€™s swapped the scrum for the studio, Joeโ€™s got plenty to say โ€“ and, as youโ€™d expect, nothing is off-limits!

    (๐Ÿ“ข Huge thanks to Dave Doodlemoose for the bespoke artwork on every Guest Episode!)

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Joeโ€™s Got His Own Podcast Too!

    Joeโ€™s now deep in the world of podcasting with Joe Marlerโ€™s Things People Do, where he dives into the weird, wonderful, and downright bizarre jobs that people do. If you enjoy this episode, youโ€™ll love his pod too!

    ๐ŸŽ‰ THIS WEEKโ€™S SHOW โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    Joeโ€™s brought some cracking clips along for the ride:

    ๐Ÿฅ‡ Stephen Bradburyโ€™s Gold Medal Miracle โ€“ The most ridiculous Olympic win of all time. A lesson in patienceโ€ฆ or just dumb luck?

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ… Jonathan Edwardsโ€™ Triple Jump World Record โ€“ A world record so good, they had to check the tape twice.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    โ„๏ธ Things People Do โ€“ How to Sh*t in the Arctic โ€“ Yes, really. Youโ€™ll never complain about a public toilet again.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    โšฝ The Clip That Didnโ€™t Make It โ€“ Cantona Kicks a Fan โ€“ One of the wildest moments in football history.

    ๐Ÿ“บ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ’ก Why Join Patreon?

    Want even more chaos, clips, and laughs? Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get extra content every single week:

    ๐Ÿ”ฅ Bonus Episodes โ€“ At least 30 minutes of exclusive nonsense every week. More clips, more chaos, more laughs.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Immediate access to two of the best bonus pods around.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Give a mate the gift of quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts โ€“ Only on Patreon!

    Want even more laughs? Patreon subscribers get exclusive access to our bonus podcasts, packed with extra nonsense you wonโ€™t hear anywhere else.

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

    ๐ŸŽง Hoffi Pod โ€“ Elis, Mike, and Steff bring their favourite non-sporting clips to the table, from weird TV moments to niche internet gems.

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the ยฃ8 or ยฃ10 Patreon tiers today and unlock hours of extra content every single week! ๐Ÿš€

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? No worries โ€“ Wondery+ gives you:

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

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

    โœจ A Legendary Guest, Top-Tier Nonsense, and Sporting Gold โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss This One! ๐ŸŽ‰

    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€œ95: Audiences Liked It 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 favorite 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 256

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another week of sporting chaos, niche nostalgia, and barely relevant tangents. This episode has everythingโ€”Welsh rugby battles, vintage cricket, a dash of karma, and an insight into the mind of James Milner.

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

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

    ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Colin Jackson: Resilience โ€“ Elis picks a documentary on the hurdles legend, charting his incredible career and missing out on Olympic Gold.

    ๐Ÿ’ฅ Karma comes for the cocky โ€“ Mike presents a glorious example of instant sporting justice.

    ๐Ÿ Cricket from the 1920s โ€“ Elis unearths some grainy footage of the gameโ€™s golden age, when men wore blazers, barely ran between the wickets, and no one smiled.

    ๐ŸŽง How to Get Even More of the Pod

    ๐Ÿ’ก Join Patreon for Bonus Content

    Want more clips, more chaos, and more laughs? Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get extra content every week:

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of exclusive nonsense every week.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Two of the best bonus pods around, included in your membership.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to some quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

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

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    ๐Ÿฟ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Reviewing sports films, whether theyโ€™re classics or crimes against cinema.

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Hoffi Pod โ€“ Elis and Steff dig into their favourite non-sports clips while Mike providesโ€ฆ enthusiastic commentary.

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? Wondery+ gives you:

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

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

    ๐Ÿ“Œ THIS WEEKโ€™S SHOW โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis: Bridgend v Cardiff 1997 โ€“ Watch it here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Steff: Stereotyping in womenโ€™s sports โ€“ Watch it here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Mike: Karma is a bitch โ€“ Watch it here

    PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis Documentary: Colin Jackson: Resilience โ€“ Watch it here

    ๐Ÿ“š Steff Book: Ask A Footballer by James Milner โ€“ Get it here

    PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Steff: Lauren Price โ€“ Watch here and here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis: Cricket from the 1920s โ€“ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Mike: Blair with THAT try โ€“ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“บ TV from Mike and Elis:

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s latest on Scrum V Top 5 โ€“ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s Throwback Special โ€“ Watch on BBC iPlayer

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Elisโ€™ Derwydd Special โ€“ Watch here

    โœจ Another week of sporting nostalgia, chaos, and top-tier nonsense โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! ๐ŸŽ‰

    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 256

    Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return for another week of sporting chaos, niche nostalgia, and barely relevant tangents. This episode has everythingโ€”Welsh rugby battles, vintage cricket, a dash of karma, and an insight into the mind of James Milner.

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

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

    ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Colin Jackson: Resilience โ€“ Elis picks a documentary on the hurdles legend, charting his incredible career and missing out on Olympic Gold.

    ๐Ÿ’ฅ Karma comes for the cocky โ€“ Mike presents a glorious example of instant sporting justice.

    ๐Ÿ Cricket from the 1920s โ€“ Elis unearths some grainy footage of the gameโ€™s golden age, when men wore blazers, barely ran between the wickets, and no one smiled.

    ๐ŸŽง How to Get Even More of the Pod

    ๐Ÿ’ก Join Patreon for Bonus Content

    Want more clips, more chaos, and more laughs? Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get extra content every week:

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of exclusive nonsense every week.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Two of the best bonus pods around, included in your membership.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to some quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

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

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members

    ๐Ÿฟ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Reviewing sports films, whether theyโ€™re classics or crimes against cinema.

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Hoffi Pod โ€“ Elis and Steff dig into their favourite non-sports clips while Mike providesโ€ฆ enthusiastic commentary.

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? Wondery+ gives you:

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

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

    ๐Ÿ“Œ THIS WEEKโ€™S SHOW โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis: Bridgend v Cardiff 1997 โ€“ Watch it here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Steff: Stereotyping in womenโ€™s sports โ€“ Watch it here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Mike: Karma is a bitch โ€“ Watch it here

    PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis Documentary: Colin Jackson: Resilience โ€“ Watch it here

    ๐Ÿ“š Steff Book: Ask A Footballer by James Milner โ€“ Get it here

    PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Steff: Lauren Price โ€“ Watch here and here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis: Cricket from the 1920s โ€“ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“บ Mike: Blair with THAT try โ€“ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“บ TV from Mike and Elis:

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s latest on Scrum V Top 5 โ€“ Watch here

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s Throwback Special โ€“ Watch on BBC iPlayer

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Elisโ€™ Derwydd Special โ€“ Watch here

    โœจ Another week of sporting nostalgia, chaos, and top-tier nonsense โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! ๐ŸŽ‰

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  • 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€œ155: Some Of My Best Friends Are Treesโ€, itโ€™s a laugh-out-loud moment you wonโ€™t want to miss.

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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™๏ธ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 255

    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 barely stay on topic. This episode has it allโ€”rugby brilliance, American football icons, and a cracking boxing documentary too.

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

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

    ๐Ÿ‰ Arthur Emyrโ€™s career-defining game โ€“ Elis relives the day the Welsh winger was absolutely untouchable.

    ๐Ÿˆ Dan Marino doing Dan Marino things โ€“ Mike throws us back to one of the NFLโ€™s greatest quarterbacks at his absolute peak.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Battling to Belong: Lodge Boys โ€“ Elis recommends a powerful documentary exploring the challenges and triumphs of a group of young fighters.

    โœจ Another week of sporting nostalgia, chaos, and absolute nonsense โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! ๐ŸŽ‰

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    Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get even more of the good stuff:

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    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to some quality nonsense.

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    ๐Ÿฟ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Reviewing sports films, whether theyโ€™re classics or crimes against cinema.

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    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    ๐ŸŽค Mikeโ€™s Bonus Clip: A Britainโ€™s Got Talent moment to remember. Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ‰ Elis: Arthur Emyr has the game of his life. Watch here.

    ๐ŸŽฅ Steff: Sports reporter Emma Jones - The DM hotline Watch here.

    ๐Ÿˆ Mike: Dan Marino doing Dan Marino things. Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis Documentary: Battling to Belong: Lodge Boys โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“š Mikeโ€™s Book Pick: The Professionals by Ray Didinger โ€“ Get it here.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    โšฝ Elis: Steve McMahon chasing a lost cause, 1988 โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿšฃ Steff: The sheer power of Ward Lemmlijn โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ‰ Mike: Tommy Bowe and Donncha Oโ€™Callaghan โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“บ TV from Mike and Elis:

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s latest on Scrum V Top 5 โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s Throwback Special โ€“ Watch on BBC iPlayer.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Elisโ€™ Derwydd Special โ€“ Watch here.

    โœจ Another week of sporting chaos, nostalgia, and top-tier nonsense โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! ๐ŸŽ‰

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  • ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar โ€“ Episode 255

    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 barely stay on topic. This episode has it allโ€”rugby brilliance, American football icons, and a cracking boxing documentary too.

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

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

    ๐Ÿ‰ Arthur Emyrโ€™s career-defining game โ€“ Elis relives the day the Welsh winger was absolutely untouchable.

    ๐Ÿˆ Dan Marino doing Dan Marino things โ€“ Mike throws us back to one of the NFLโ€™s greatest quarterbacks at his absolute peak.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Battling to Belong: Lodge Boys โ€“ Elis recommends a powerful documentary exploring the challenges and triumphs of a group of young fighters.

    โœจ Another week of sporting nostalgia, chaos, and absolute nonsense โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! ๐ŸŽ‰

    ๐Ÿ’ก Why Join Patreon?

    Patreon is the best way to support the pod and get even more of the good stuff:

    ๐ŸŽง Bonus Episodes โ€“ 30 minutes of extra clips, nonsense, and laughs every single week.

    ๐ŸŽฌ Hoffi Pod & Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Two of the best bonus pods around, included in your membership.

    ๐ŸŽ Gift Memberships โ€“ Treat a mate to some quality nonsense.

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Support the Pod โ€“ Every penny helps keep the show running (and funds Mikeโ€™s ever-growing collection of โ€˜70s leisurewear).

    ๐ŸŽฅ Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members:

    ๐Ÿฟ Michael Owenโ€™s Movie Club โ€“ Reviewing sports films, whether theyโ€™re classics or crimes against cinema.

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Hoffi Pod โ€“ Elis and Steff dig into their favourite non-sports clips while Mike providesโ€ฆ enthusiastic commentary.

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

    ๐Ÿš€ Why Wondery+?

    Not into Patreon? Wondery+ gives you:

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

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

    ๐ŸŽ‰ THIS WEEKโ€™S SHOW โ€“ Donโ€™t Miss It!

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):

    ๐ŸŽค Mikeโ€™s Bonus Clip: A Britainโ€™s Got Talent moment to remember. Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ‰ Elis: Arthur Emyr has the game of his life. Watch here.

    ๐ŸŽฅ Steff: Sports reporter Emma Jones - The DM hotline Watch here.

    ๐Ÿˆ Mike: Dan Marino doing Dan Marino things. Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):

    ๐Ÿ“บ Elis Documentary: Battling to Belong: Lodge Boys โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“š Mikeโ€™s Book Pick: The Professionals by Ray Didinger โ€“ Get it here.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):

    โšฝ Elis: Steve McMahon chasing a lost cause, 1988 โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿšฃ Steff: The sheer power of Ward Lemmlijn โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ‰ Mike: Tommy Bowe and Donncha Oโ€™Callaghan โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“บ TV from Mike and Elis:

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s latest on Scrum V Top 5 โ€“ Watch here.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Mikeโ€™s Throwback Special โ€“ Watch on BBC iPlayer.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Elisโ€™ Derwydd Special โ€“ Watch here.

    โœจ Another week of sporting chaos, nostalgia, and top-tier nonsense โ€“ only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! ๐ŸŽ‰

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    Want to watch sport from anywhere in the world (or just keep your browsing private)? NordVPN has you covered.

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    โœ… Try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

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