

#439 - Inverting The Pilaumid, Winning 18 Apples and The Mayor of Thornbury
May 23, 2025
Join the laughter as the hosts recount Elis's memorable encounters, including a chance meeting with Hugh Grant and a wild stag do packed with cricket and curry. John shares his sleepy nights and tales of trauma, while local community antics spotlight the quirks of politics in Thornbury. They dive into humorous skiving stories that blend everyday life with absurd job situations. With hilarious anecdotes from a food festival and witty reflections on fitness, the camaraderie between the speakers is sure to entertain!
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Elis James Meets Hugh Grant
- Elis James met Hugh Grant while driving through West London and thanked him for letting him pass in traffic.
- Hugh Grant was driving an SUV and did not recognize Elis, making the moment amusing and low-key.
Stretch Daily, Not Just Pre-Sports
- Make stretching a daily habit, not just before sports, to effectively loosen tight muscles.
- Even quick stretches in routine places like kitchen chairs can build consistency and help tight quads and hamstrings.
Elis Attends Budget Stag Do
- Elis James attended a large, inexpensive stag do with 80 people at a cricket match followed by a booked set-menu curry.
- The event was organized by Jonathan Wilson, a football writer, and was the best stag Elis had attended apart from his own.