• 248: Sparky’s Thighs (Pt 1)

  • Jan 22 2025
  • Length: 1 hr and 26 mins
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248: Sparky’s Thighs (Pt 1)

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  • 🎙️ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Sparky’s ThighsElis James (Elis & John, Oh, What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with a thigh-slappingly good episode filled with rugby legends, iconic football moments, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. In Episode 248: Sparky’s Thighs, the lads dive into the career of Welsh football great Mark Hughes, plus a whole lot more.✨ What’s in This Week’s Episode?This week, you’ll hear about:The magic and power of Mark Hughes in Welsh football historyNFL’s behind-the-scenes action with Rich RussoRugby brilliance from France v Wales 1987The rise (and fall) of Freddy Adu, the original football prodigyHidden gems like Gypsy Jem Mace and Olympic rugby triumphsIf you love a mix of sports history, quirky stories, and gut-busting banter, this episode is for you!🗓 Episode SchedulePart 1: Out WednesdayPart 2: Out Friday💡 Can’t wait? Subscribe to our Patreon or to WONDERY+ to hear both parts ad-free and early, every Tuesday!🚀 Why Choose WONDERY+?Early access: Be the first to hear Parts 1 and 2 every Tuesday.Ad-free listening: All the stories, none of the interruptions.💡 Why Join Patreon?Support the pod directly!Unlock exclusive perks like:30 minutes of bonus content every weekGift a Patreon membership to your mates!Access to iconic extras like Hoffi Pod and Michael Owen’s Movie Club🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members:Michael Owen’s Movie Club: Hilarious reviews of sports classics.Hoffi Pod: The lads’ favorite non-sports clips, revisited.👉 Join the £8 or £10 Patreon tiers today and unlock everything!🎉 THIS WEEK’S SHOW – Don’t Miss It!PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):Mike: Rich Russo and the NFL production truck – Watch hereElis: France v Wales, 1987 – Watch hereSteff: Freddy Adu, football’s young prodigy – Watch here and herePART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):Elis’ Documentary: Legends of Welsh Sport: Mark Hughes – Watch hereMike’s Book Recommendation: Gypsy Jem Mace by Jeremy Poolman – Get it herePART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):Mike: Sushila Meena’s inspiring story – Watch hereElis: Mark Delaney’s unforgettable Cardiff v Chester moment in 1998 – Watch hereSteff: Dupont winning Olympic gold in rugby sevens – Watch here📺 TV Suggestions for More from Mike and Elis:Mike’s Throwback Special: Watch on BBC iPlayerElis’ Derwydd Special: Watch here✨ Get ready for another unforgettable episode of 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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