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. Comedians Elis James (BBC 5Live, Sky TV's Fantasy Football League) & Mike Bubbins (BBC's Mammoth) are "Unreasonably hilarious" The Telegraph. "Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero created a haven where they ramble on about classic clips and random recollections." The Guardian Known to fans as Distant Pod it has won awards at the Sports Podcast Awards & Pod Bible Awards. Hosts of "Down The Clubhouse" on TNT Sport another Comedy & Sports show.
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  • 249: Exiting The Ralgex Era (Pt 1)

    249: Exiting The Ralgex Era (Pt 1)
    Jan 29 2025
    🎙️ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 249Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another episode of sporting nonsense, barely-researched opinions, and jaw-dropping clips. This week’s show dives into everything from rugby legends to the ridiculous sexism still alive in sport. Grab a pint and settle in – it’s going to be a good one.“Sounds like a bunch of children bantering about a teacher in detention.”✨ What’s on This Week’s Episode?Here’s what we’ve got lined up:Buccaneers' balls – Mike unravels an NFL mystery.Eddie Hall gets a kicking – Elis explores the highs and lows of being a strongman.Sexism in sport: Steff brings us the jaw-dropping tale of a female ski jumper who won a set of towels instead of cash.Plus: rugby nostalgia, foggy NFL games, Brian Clough’s political moment, and much more!💡 Why Join Patreon?Patreon is the best way to support the pod, and it’s packed with perks.Bonus Content: 30 minutes of exclusive material every week – more laughs, more clips, more chaos.Iconic Extras: Access Hoffi Pod and Michael Owen’s Movie Club whenever you like.Gift Memberships: Treat a mate to endless entertainment.Direct Support: Every penny goes into keeping the pod going (and Mike’s cars).🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members:Michael Owen’s Movie Club: The lads review sports films, whether they’re brilliant or bonkers.Hoffi Pod: Elis and Steff share their favourite non-sports clips, while Mike tries to keep up.👉 Join the £8 or £10 Patreon tiers today to unlock it all and support the pod. 🚀 Why Wondery+?If Patreon’s not your thing, Wondery+ offers:Early access: Hear the pod every Tuesday, before anyone else.Ad-free listening: No interruptions, just laughs.🎉 THIS WEEK’S SHOW – Don’t Miss It!PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):Mike: The Buccaneers’ bizarre ball situation – Watch hereElis: Eddie Hall gets a kicking – Watch hereSteff: A ski jumper wins a major competition and gets... towels. Yes, really – Watch herePART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):Steff’s Documentary: The Fog Bowl – Watch hereElis’ Book Recommendation: Go To War by Jon Spurling – Get it herePART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):Mike: NFL officials being as NFL as it gets – Watch hereSteff: A deeper dive into the ski jumper’s shocking treatment – Watch hereElis: Brian Clough at the 1988 Labour Party Conference – Watch here📺 Stand-Up Specials on TV from Mike and Elis:Mike’s Throwback Special: Watch on BBC iPlayerElis’ Derwydd Special: Watch here✨ Get ready for another week of sporting chaos and sharp observations, 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.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Turkey Hunt: PS114

    Turkey Hunt: PS114
    Jan 26 2025

    🎙️ 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 “201: The Argus? No Offence But, The Argus? Not Even The Echo? ”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.

    🎥 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 favorite 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.

    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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    12 mins
  • 248: Sparky’s Thighs (Pt 2)

    248: Sparky’s Thighs (Pt 2)
    Jan 24 2025
    🎙️ 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 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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    42 mins

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Laugh a minute. Very little sport

One way to ruin your YouTube algorithm! Best to start from the start but each episode

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Loosely about sport and absolutely brilliant. Constantly laughing, just like sitting at the bar with your mates having a chat about sports that takes you in a dozen different directions. Absolutely brilliant

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