The Socially Distant Sports Bar

8: 14 Seconds

May 18, 2020
Join the lively banter as hosts dive into DNA tests revealing surprising Welsh identities. Mike Tyson's visit to Merthyr sparks tales of local reactions, while Wrexham's upset over Arsenal in '92 is celebrated. The emotional reunion of Ian Wright with a beloved teacher hits all the right notes, and a cheeky revisit to Mark Hughes' phantom goal adds to the fun. Discover the joyous spirit of the 'Tartan Flash' as he dances for love, and enjoy book recommendations that capture the heart of sports culture.
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ANECDOTE

John Fury's Threats Meet Modern Tech

  • Mike Bubbins recounts John Fury's viral call-out videos and their mix of menace and tech confusion.
  • The clip shows how real intimidation collides with mundane admin like emails and spam folders.
ANECDOTE

Tyson's Merthyr Visit And Local Bravado

  • Mike describes Mike Tyson visiting Merthyr and locals reacting with bravado outside a burger bar.
  • The story contrasts Tyson's feared real-life presence with local street-fight culture and humour.
INSIGHT

Golden Era Of Giant-Killing

  • Elis James argues the FA Cup's giant-killing captures football's magic more in past decades.
  • He names Wrexham 2 Arsenal 1 (Jan 1992) as his top giant-kill example over more famous ones.
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