The Socially Distant Sports Bar

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Join Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero in Award winning Podcast "The Socially Distant Sports Bar". It's a Comedy & Sports Podcast, but you don't have to like Sports to LOVE it.

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May 21, 2025265: Average Dick Dave (Pt 1)
🎙️ The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 265: Average Dick Dave
Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return with another week of top-tier sporting nonsense, niche nostalgia, and barely relevant tangents.
“Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.”
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets are on general sale now – grab yours at distantpod.com/live
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

✨ This Week’s Show – Don’t Miss It!
📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)
Mike:
🎥 Young Rory Compilation
Clip 1 – Instagram

Clip 2 – Facebook

Clip 3 – Instagram

Steff:
⚽ Total Football in Action – Netherlands 1974
🔗 Watch on YouTube
Elis:
🏃‍♀️ Hungover Marathon Runner from Swansea
🔗 Watch on Facebook
📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)
Steff Doc:
⚾ The Clubhouse – An inside look at the culture, characters, and chaos of the Boston Red Sox.
🔗 Watch on Netflix
Elis Book:
📚 The Art of Captaincy by Mike Brearley – A thoughtful look into leadership on and off the field.
🔗 Buy on Amazon
📌 PART 3 – PATREON EXCLUSIVE
👉 Subscribe at patreon.com/distantpod for bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early live show access.
Steff:
🏏 14-Year-Old Sensation in the IPL
🔗 Watch the clip
Mike:
😂 Just Funny – No context needed
🔗 Watch on Instagram
Elis:
⚽ When Man City Got Relegated from the Prem
🔗 Watch on X
💡 Get More Every Week
🎧 Patreon gets you:
Bonus content every week

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod

Early access and tour presale

Gift memberships

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early episodes every Tuesday

Ad-free listening

🎉 Another week of classic clips, weird sports, and total nonsense — only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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1h 9min
May 18, 2025In A Hillman Imp: PS130
🎙️ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!
We’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.
🚀 Wondery+ and Patreon Perks
Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.
📌 This Week’s Clip:
Taken from “171, Gordon Smart, Live At Islington (a)”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
That’s right – The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!
Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre
🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members
Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:
Michael Owen’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.
🎉 Ready to join the fun?
Sign up for the £8 or £10 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.

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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14min
May 16, 2025264: Max Rushden (Pt 2)
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.”
✨ This Week’s Special Guest – Max Rushden!
If you’ve enjoyed our guest episodes with Chesney Hawkes, Josh Widdicombe, or Sam Warburton, you’re in for a treat.
This week we welcome Max Rushden — 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.
He’s also recently launched a new podcast with comedian David O’Doherty called What Did You Do Yesterday?, where they interview fascinating guests about a completely ordinary day.
🎧 Guardian Football Weekly
🎧 What Did You Do Yesterday?
Max’s broadcasting career has spanned BBC Radio 5 Live, talkSPORT, Channel 4’s Jump Off, and iconic years hosting Sky’s Soccer AM.
Known for his wit, love of the underdog, and eye for the ridiculous, Max fits right in at the Distant Pod.
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets on general sale now – head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

🎉 This Week’s Show – Don’t Miss It!
Max has brought some absolute gems to the show:
🥫 Baked Beans, Penalties – Max and Charlie Baker
🔗 Watch on X/Twitter
🐎 Man Versus Beast
Yes, humans really raced animals on TV in 2003. No, we can’t quite believe it either.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
⛸️ Steven Bradbury – Australian Speed Skating Gold, 2002
The greatest underdog gold medal of all time.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
(Yes, Joe Marler wishes he picked it, but no, it wasn’t actually his choice. And yes, technically Steff picked it for a live stream, but… we’ve lost the tapes.)
📖 A Little Extra Gift from Max
Max also shared this brilliant nostalgic piece that perfectly fits the vibe of the pod:
🔗 Vonk, Zoeller, Tomba… The Joy of Sporting Names (The Guardian)
💡 Get More of the Pod Every Week
🎧 Patreon gets you:
Bonus episodes & extra clips

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod

Early access & live tour presale

Gift memberships

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early access every Tuesday

Ad-free episodes

🎉 Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense — only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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39min
May 14, 2025264: Max Rushden (Pt 1)
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.”
✨ This Week’s Special Guest – Max Rushden!
If you’ve enjoyed our guest episodes with Chesney Hawkes, Josh Widdicombe, or Sam Warburton, you’re in for a treat.
This week we welcome Max Rushden — 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.
He’s also recently launched a new podcast with comedian David O’Doherty called What Did You Do Yesterday?, where they interview fascinating guests about a completely ordinary day.
🎧 Guardian Football Weekly
🎧 What Did You Do Yesterday?
Max’s broadcasting career has spanned BBC Radio 5 Live, talkSPORT, Channel 4’s Jump Off, and iconic years hosting Sky’s Soccer AM.
Known for his wit, love of the underdog, and eye for the ridiculous, Max fits right in at the Distant Pod.
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets on general sale now – head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

🎉 This Week’s Show – Don’t Miss It!
Max has brought some absolute gems to the show:
🥫 Baked Beans, Penalties – Max and Charlie Baker
🔗 Watch on X/Twitter
🐎 Man Versus Beast
Yes, humans really raced animals on TV in 2003. No, we can’t quite believe it either.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
⛸️ Steven Bradbury – Australian Speed Skating Gold, 2002
The greatest underdog gold medal of all time.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
(Yes, Joe Marler wishes he picked it, but no, it wasn’t actually his choice. And yes, technically Steff picked it for a live stream, but… we’ve lost the tapes.)
📖 A Little Extra Gift from Max
Max also shared this brilliant nostalgic piece that perfectly fits the vibe of the pod:
🔗 Vonk, Zoeller, Tomba… The Joy of Sporting Names (The Guardian)
💡 Get More of the Pod Every Week
🎧 Patreon gets you:
Bonus episodes & extra clips

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod

Early access & live tour presale

Gift memberships

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early access every Tuesday

Ad-free episodes

🎉 Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense — only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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40min
May 11, 2025Terror USP: PS129
🎙️ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!
We’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.
🚀 Wondery+ and Patreon Perks
Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.
📌 This Week’s Clip:
Taken from “200: It's Been On The Radio Since 1942 Mike”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
That’s right – The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!
Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre
🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members
Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:
Michael Owen’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.
🎉 Ready to join the fun?
Sign up for the £8 or £10 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.
💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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8min
May 09, 2025263: Choking Out O’Toole (Pt 2)
🎙️ The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 263: Choking Out O’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."
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets are on sale now — head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

✨ What’s On This Week’s Episode?
📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)
Mike:
💥 Maddison Levi tackle – A clever hit you’ll want to see.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
Elis:
⚽ Craig Bellamy: Pure passion – Classic Bellamy in full flow.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
Steff:
🎾 Padel and Pickleball: The new badminton and squash – The rise of racket sports madness.
🔗 Padel highlights
🔗 Pickleball highlights
📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)
Elis Documentary:
🏴 That Was The Team That Was: Scotland ’74 – A brilliant look back at a legendary squad.
🔗 Watch on BBC iPlayer
Mike Book:
📚 Absolute Pandemonium by Brian Blessed – Loud, chaotic, and very Brian.
🔗 Get it here
📌 PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)
👉 Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early live show access.
Mike:
🤸‍♀️ Ashlyn Pinner & Brandon Gray (USF Cheer Team) – Pure athleticism.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
Elis:
⚽ Ajax youth team brilliance – The future of football on show.
🔗 Watch on Twitter/X
Steff:
🎾 Stefan Edberg magic – A slice of tennis nostalgia.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
💡 Get More of the Pod Every Week
🎧 Patreon gets you:
Bonus episodes & extra clips

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod

Early access & live tour presale

Gift memberships

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early access every Tuesday

Ad-free episodes

🎉 Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense — only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
37min
May 07, 2025263: Choking Out O’Toole (Pt 1)
🎙️ The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 263: Choking Out O’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."
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets are on sale now — head to distantpod.com/live for all the details.
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

✨ What’s On This Week’s Episode?
📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)
Mike:
💥 Maddison Levi tackle – A clever hit you’ll want to see.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
Elis:
⚽ Craig Bellamy: Pure passion – Classic Bellamy in full flow.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
Steff:
🎾 Padel and Pickleball: The new badminton and squash – The rise of racket sports madness.
🔗 Padel highlights
🔗 Pickleball highlights
📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)
Elis Documentary:
🏴 That Was The Team That Was: Scotland ’74 – A brilliant look back at a legendary squad.
🔗 Watch on BBC iPlayer
Mike Book:
📚 Absolute Pandemonium by Brian Blessed – Loud, chaotic, and very Brian.
🔗 Get it here
📌 PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)
👉 Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early live show access.
Mike:
🤸‍♀️ Ashlyn Pinner & Brandon Gray (USF Cheer Team) – Pure athleticism.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
Elis:
⚽ Ajax youth team brilliance – The future of football on show.
🔗 Watch on Twitter/X
Steff:
🎾 Stefan Edberg magic – A slice of tennis nostalgia.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
💡 Get More of the Pod Every Week
🎧 Patreon gets you:
Bonus episodes & extra clips

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod

Early access & live tour presale

Gift memberships

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early access every Tuesday

Ad-free episodes

🎉 Another week of sport, nostalgia, and nonsense — only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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1h 16min
May 04, 2025Pitch Invader: PS128
🎙️ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!
We’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.
🚀 Wondery+ and Patreon Perks
Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.
📌 This Week’s Clip:
Taken from “76:Hackney Empire (a) 1st Leg”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
That’s right – The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026!
Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre
🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members
Every month, our top-tier Patreon members unlock two exclusive bonus shows:
Michael Owen’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.
🎉 Ready to join the fun?
Sign up for the £8 or £10 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.

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
7min
May 02, 2025262: Oh My God, He’s 52! (Pt 2)
🎙️ The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 262: Oh My God, He’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 there’s Gen Z player confusion, outrageous tries, rally car legends, and Baker & Kelly.
"Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets are on general sale – head to distantpod.com/live for full info.
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre (Tickets)

✨ What’s On This Week’s Episode?
📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)
Steff:
📻 Baker and Kelly – Classic radio chaos from two absolute legends.
🔗 Watch the clip
Elis:
👶 Trying to Explain Gen Z – Elis vs the modern world.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
Mike:
🏉 What a Try! – “Vintage” rugby brilliance in one brilliant move.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)
Mike’s Documentary Choice:
🏁 Legends of Welsh Sport: Nicky Grist – A deep dive into the world of rally co-driving.
🔗 Watch on BBC iPlayer
Steff’s Book Choice:
📚 Warming Up by Madeleine Orr – A timely look at sport and climate change.
🔗 Get it here
📌 PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)
👉 Join us on Patreon for extra episodes, spin-offs, and priority live show access!
Steff:
⚽ Flip Throw Madness – A stunning throw-in from the BBC archive.
🔗 Watch on BBC
Mike:
🎥 Peter Williams: Cameraman, Darts Legend
🔗 Watch on Instagram
🔗 Watch on Facebook
Elis:
🏉 Rob Howley and Neil Jenkins, 1982 – Two future Welsh legends, looking very different.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
💡 Get Even More of the Pod Every Week
🎧 Sign up to Patreon for:
Bonus Episodes – 30+ minutes of exclusive clips and chaos every week

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod – Our incredible spin-offs

Gift Memberships – Treat someone to quality nonsense

Early Access & Tour Presales – Be first in line for the live shows

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early access every Tuesday

Ad-free episodes for pure, unfiltered brilliance

🎉 Another week of sport, nostalgia, and total chaos – only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
34min
April 30, 2025262: Oh My God, He’s 52! (Pt 1)
🎙️ The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 262: Oh My God, He’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 there’s Gen Z player confusion, outrageous tries, rally car legends, and Baker & Kelly.
"Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional."
🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!
We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!
Tickets are on general sale – head to distantpod.com/live for full info.
📍 Tour Dates:
Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)

Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre (Tickets)

Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)

Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire (Tickets)

Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre (Tickets)

✨ What’s On This Week’s Episode?
📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)
Steff:
📻 Baker and Kelly – Classic radio chaos from two absolute legends.
🔗 Watch the clip
Elis:
👶 Trying to Explain Gen Z – Elis vs the modern world.
🔗 Watch on YouTube
Mike:
🏉 What a Try! – “Vintage” rugby brilliance in one brilliant move.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)
Mike’s Documentary Choice:
🏁 Legends of Welsh Sport: Nicky Grist – A deep dive into the world of rally co-driving.
🔗 Watch on BBC iPlayer
Steff’s Book Choice:
📚 Warming Up by Madeleine Orr – A timely look at sport and climate change.
🔗 Get it here
📌 PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)
👉 Join us on Patreon for extra episodes, spin-offs, and priority live show access!
Steff:
⚽ Flip Throw Madness – A stunning throw-in from the BBC archive.
🔗 Watch on BBC
Mike:
🎥 Peter Williams: Cameraman, Darts Legend
🔗 Watch on Instagram
🔗 Watch on Facebook
Elis:
🏉 Rob Howley and Neil Jenkins, 1982 – Two future Welsh legends, looking very different.
🔗 Watch on Facebook
💡 Get Even More of the Pod Every Week
🎧 Sign up to Patreon for:
Bonus Episodes – 30+ minutes of exclusive clips and chaos every week

Michael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi Pod – Our incredible spin-offs

Gift Memberships – Treat someone to quality nonsense

Early Access & Tour Presales – Be first in line for the live shows

🚀 Prefer Wondery+?
Early access every Tuesday

Ad-free episodes for pure, unfiltered brilliance

🎉 Another week of sport, nostalgia, and total chaos – only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar!

💡 Patreon keeps us going
👉 Join here for bonus podcasts every week, Hoffi Pod, Michael Owen’s Movie Club, and early access to live shows.
🛒 Don’t forget — our new merch store is live: sdsb2025.myshopify.com
🎟️ And Tour 2026 tickets are on sale now: distantpod.com/live
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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1h 19min

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