The Socially Distant Sports Bar 3: Milk and Biscuits
Apr 14, 2020
Dive into the nostalgic 90s with a look at footballers' favorite foods while reflecting on John Sitton's dressing-room tirades. Explore the thrills of Stirling Moss's racing days and the emotional impact of Magic Johnson's All-Star comeback. Tune into a debate on dangerous sports and eatery revelations from 1995 Aston Villa players. Discover the legacies of Serena Williams and Jerry Kramer, plus a dive into boxing with Jonathan Rendall's memoir. There’s much more to unpack in this lively discussion!
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Dressing Room Pressure Exposed
- John Sitton's half-time rant exposed raw managerial pressure in lower-league football.
- Elis James notes the clip became legendary and ruined Sitton's career despite his prior playing pedigree.
Stirling Moss on Racing's Danger
- Mike Bubbins plays a clip of Stirling Moss reflecting on racing when it was genuinely dangerous.
- They discuss Moss's thrill at 'cheating death' and his moral choice that led him to miss a world title.
Sport Changed HIV Perceptions
- Magic Johnson's 1992 All-Star return changed public attitudes toward HIV.
- Steff Garrero and the hosts credit the game with humanising HIV sufferers and reducing stigma.
