The Socially Distant Sports Bar

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 274: I’m Not An Owl (Pt 1) We’re in the running for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards — and we need you to make it happen!👉 Vote now: www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting It’s quick, free, and genuinely makes a huge difference. Thank you!🎧 This Week: From Roy Hodgson’s perfectly baffling post-match thoughts to Dexys honouring a darts legend, Pastor Joe blessing NASCAR, sarcastic keepers, Claude Makélélé appreciation, and the wonderful world of softball — it's another classic week of sporting detours.Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return to rifle through the weird, heartfelt, and downright brilliant side of sport.“It’s like a sports podcast… except when it absolutely isn’t.”📌 PART 1🟢 Mike: Pastor Joe Nelms' NASCAR prayer – Praise for the fuel and the wivesInstagram ClipFacebook Video🟢 Elis: Roy Hodgson delivers an all-time post-match momentWatch on X🟢 Steff: Dexys – “Jackie Wilson Said” with… Jocky Wilson?Watch on YouTube📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)🎥 Steff Documentary: The Best of Saint & Greavsie – classic chaos, timeless tellyWatch on ITVX📖 Mike Book: Pocket Money by Gordon Burn – snooker, celebrity, and obsessionBuy it here📌 PART 3 – PATREON EXCLUSIVE👉 patreon.com/distantpod gets you:Weekly bonus episodesMichael Owen’s Movie Club, Hoffi Pod & guest Q&AsEarly live show accessAd-free episodes🟢 Steff: Claude Makélélé – the original “Makélélé role”Watch on YouTube🟢 Elis: The most sarcastic goalkeeper dive you’ve ever seen (Hemel Hempstead style)Watch here🟢 Mike: Softball energy. Always softball energy.Facebook clip🎟️ THE 2026 LIVE TOUR – ON SALE NOW!We’re taking The Socially Distant Sports Bar on the road with a brand-new live show. Expect stories, clips, surprises… and maybe the odd song.📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Tickets → www.distantpod.com/liveClick here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ 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 PerksEnjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.📌 This Week’s Clip:Taken from “137: I'll Be A Tooled Up Vegan Burglar On Mondays”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!That’s right – The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026! Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon MembersEvery 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 favourite 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.Click here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 273: Get A Bigger Waist And A Pair Of Socks (Pt 1)🏆 We’d love your vote! We’re up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards — and we need your support to make it happen.👉 Cast your vote now: www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting It takes 10 seconds, costs nothing, and means the world to us. Thank you!🎧 This Week: From Wimbledon legends to touchline rants, rugby tackles to golf caddies…Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back for another helping of sporting chaos, heartfelt admiration, and niche nostalgia.“Like a sports podcast… if your uncle ran it from the back of a pub with a dial-up connection.”📌 PART 1🟢 Mike: “Proper Rugby”Instagram clip🟢 Steff: Fred Perry wins Wimbledon – and makes British tennis historyWatch on YouTube🟢 Elis: “You’re too close, man!” Instagram clip📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)🎥 Elis Documentary: No Más – the story behind Roberto Durán's most infamous momentWatch now on Disney+📖 Steff Book: Soul by Jonathan HardingGrab a copy📌 PART 3 – PATREON EXCLUSIVE🎧 Get access to bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early tour ticket access on 👉 patreon.com/distantpod🟢 Steff: Brent StevensWatch here🟢 Mike: Rory McIlroy on caddie Harry DiamondInstagram reel🟢 Elis: 800m gold medal warm up roomInstagram clip🎟️ 2026 TOUR DATES – ON SALE NOW!We’re taking the pod on the road with a brand-new live show in 2026. Come for the laughs, stay for the tangents.📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Tickets → distantpod.com/liveClick here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 273: Get A Bigger Waist And A Pair Of Socks (Pt 1)🏆 We’d love your vote! We’re up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards — and we need your support to make it happen.👉 Cast your vote now: www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting It takes 10 seconds, costs nothing, and means the world to us. Thank you!🎧 This Week: From Wimbledon legends to touchline rants, rugby tackles to golf caddies… Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back for another helping of sporting chaos, heartfelt admiration, and niche nostalgia.“Like a sports podcast… if your uncle ran it from the back of a pub with a dial-up connection.”📌 PART 1🟢 Mike: “Proper Rugby”Instagram clip🟢 Steff: Fred Perry wins Wimbledon – and makes British tennis historyWatch on YouTube🟢 Elis: “You’re too close, man!” Instagram clip📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)🎥 Elis Documentary: No Más – the story behind Roberto Durán's most infamous momentWatch now on Disney+📖 Steff Book: Soul by Jonathan HardingGrab a copy📌 PART 3 – PATREON EXCLUSIVE🎧 Get access to bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early tour ticket access on 👉 patreon.com/distantpod🟢 Steff: Brent StevensWatch here🟢 Mike: Rory McIlroy on caddie Harry DiamondInstagram reel🟢 Elis: 800m gold medal warm up roomInstagram clip🎟️ 2026 TOUR DATES – ON SALE NOW!We’re taking the pod on the road with a brand-new live show in 2026. Come for the laughs, stay for the tangents.📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Tickets → distantpod.com/liveClick here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ 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 PerksEnjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.📌 This Week’s Clip:Taken from “137: A Great Idea And A Big Sack Of Cash (Pt 1)”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!That’s right – The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026! Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon MembersEvery 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 favourite 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.Click here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 272: Due In No Small Part To Barbara Bush (Pt 1)🗳️ VOTE FOR US – British Podcast AwardsWe’d love your support in the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards. 🗳️ Vote hereElis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another expertly chaotic dive into the world of sport — this time featuring Serie A glory, Barbara Nicklaus, Spartan scraps, McTominay madness, and one of the great Sean Dyche clips.“Like a sports podcast, if sport was filtered through pub chat, obscure clips, and occasional tears.”🎧 What’s In This Week’s Episode?PART 1 🟢 Steff: Scott McTominay – Goals, grit, and gloryInstagram clipPost-match scenesGoal montage🟢 Mike: Barbara Nicklaus tribute from JackWatch on Instagram🟢 Elis: Sampdoria win Serie A in 1991Italian football history📚 Documentaries & Books (PART 2 – Out Friday)🎥 Mike Doc: Spartan Bare Knuckle – raw and brutalWatch on YouTube📖 Elis Book: The Turning Season: DDR-Oberliga Revisited by Michael WaggGrab it here🏉 More Clips (PART 3 – Patreon Exclusive)👉 Subscribe for bonus episodes every week and early live show access at patreon.com/distantpod🟢 Steff: TearsInstagram clip🟢 Mike: France vs Australia – Rugby League, 1964Watch the vintage clip🟢 Elis: Sean Dyche, football philosopherWatch on X🗳️ VOTE FOR US – British Podcast AwardsWe’d love your support in the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards. 🗳️ Vote here🎟️ 2026 LIVE TOUR – Tickets On Sale Now!We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Grab your tickets now → distantpod.com/liveClick here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 272: Due In No Small Part To Barbara Bush (Pt 1)🗳️ VOTE FOR US – British Podcast AwardsWe’d love your support in the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards. 🗳️ Vote hereElis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero are back with another expertly chaotic dive into the world of sport — this time featuring Serie A glory, Barbara Nicklaus, Spartan scraps, McTominay madness, and one of the great Sean Dyche clips.“Like a sports podcast, if sport was filtered through pub chat, obscure clips, and occasional tears.”🎧 What’s In This Week’s Episode?PART 1 🟢 Steff: Scott McTominay – Goals, grit, and gloryInstagram clipPost-match scenesGoal montage🟢 Mike: Barbara Nicklaus tribute from JackWatch on Instagram🟢 Elis: Sampdoria win Serie A in 1991Italian football history📚 Documentaries & Books (PART 2 – Out Friday)🎥 Mike Doc: Spartan Bare Knuckle – raw and brutalWatch on YouTube📖 Elis Book: The Turning Season: DDR-Oberliga Revisited by Michael WaggGrab it here🏉 More Clips (PART 3 – Patreon Exclusive)👉 Subscribe for bonus episodes every week and early live show access at patreon.com/distantpod🟢 Steff: TearsInstagram clip🟢 Mike: France vs Australia – Rugby League, 1964Watch the vintage clip🟢 Elis: Sean Dyche, football philosopherWatch on X🗳️ VOTE FOR US – British Podcast AwardsWe’d love your support in the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards. 🗳️ Vote here🎟️ 2026 LIVE TOUR – Tickets On Sale Now!We’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show in 2026!📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Grab your tickets now → distantpod.com/liveClick here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!It’s Wimbledon… so we went back in to the archives to find one of Mike’s greatest anecdotes.🚀 Wondery+ and Patreon PerksEnjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.📌 This Week’s Clip:Taken from “10, Wimbledon or Bust”, it’s a laugh-out-loud moment you won’t want to miss.🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!That’s right – The Socially Distant Sports Bar is hitting the road in 2026! Tickets go on general sale Friday 25 April via distantpod.com/live📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March 2026 – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon MembersEvery 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 favourite 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.Click here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 271: Best of The Guests (Parts 1 & 2)This week, we celebrate the very best of our brilliant guests — from sports legends and comedy icons to music stars and broadcasting royalty. It's a two-part special packed with golden moments, barely relevant tangents, and top-tier nonsense.“Like a sports podcast, if sport took a back seat to an impression of Bob Harris or a rant about rugby shorts.”⭐ Featuring:Josh Widdicombe, Sam Warburton, Humphrey Ker, Kate Mason, Suzi Ruffell & Maisie Adam, Chesney Hawkes, Gordon Smart, Scott Quinnell, Colin Murray, Joe Marler, Emily Campbell, Danny Wallace, No Such Thing As A Fish, Adam Hurrey, Richard Herring, Bob Harris, Leroy Brito, Greg Jenner, Felix White, and Max Rushden.Two huge parts – one absolute festival of guests.🎧 BONUS FOR PATRONS👉 Subscribe at patreon.com/distantpod for an exclusive Q&A with Mike, Elis, and Steff, only available to our Patreon supporters.🗳️ VOTE FOR US – British Podcast AwardsWe’re up for Listeners' Choice at the British Podcast Awards and we’d love your vote. 👉 Click here to vote now🎟️ Distant Pod Live – 2026 TOUR!We're heading out on the road in 2026 with a brand-new live show and you won't want to miss it.📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Tickets on sale now → distantpod.com/liveFrom Olympic heroes to pub quiz kings, this is your chance to relive the best of the bar banter with some of our favourite ever guests — all in one place.Click here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 271: Best of The Guests (Parts 1 & 2)This week, we celebrate the very best of our brilliant guests — from sports legends and comedy icons to music stars and broadcasting royalty. It's a two-part special packed with golden moments, barely relevant tangents, and top-tier nonsense.“Like a sports podcast, if sport took a back seat to an impression of Bob Harris or a rant about rugby shorts.”⭐ Featuring:Josh Widdicombe, Sam Warburton, Humphrey Ker, Kate Mason, Suzi Ruffell & Maisie Adam, Chesney Hawkes, Gordon Smart, Scott Quinnell, Colin Murray, Joe Marler, Emily Campbell, Danny Wallace, No Such Thing As A Fish, Adam Hurrey, Richard Herring, Bob Harris, Leroy Brito, Greg Jenner, Felix White, and Max Rushden.Two huge parts – one absolute festival of guests.🎧 BONUS FOR PATRONS👉 Subscribe at patreon.com/distantpod for an exclusive Q&A with Mike, Elis, and Steff, only available to our Patreon supporters.🗳️ VOTE FOR US – British Podcast AwardsWe’re up for Listeners' Choice at the British Podcast Awards and we’d love your vote. 👉 Click here to vote now🎟️ Distant Pod Live – 2026 TOUR!We're heading out on the road in 2026 with a brand-new live show and you won't want to miss it.📍 Tour Dates:Fri 20 March – Cardiff, New TheatreSat 21 March – Cardiff, New TheatreTue 7 April – London, Hackney EmpireWed 8 April – London, Hackney EmpireFri 24 April – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre🎫 Tickets on sale now → distantpod.com/liveFrom Olympic heroes to pub quiz kings, this is your chance to relive the best of the bar banter with some of our favourite ever guests — all in one place.Click here for a NORD VPN dealhttps://nordvpn.com/distantCLICK HERE TO SEE CRWST's SELECTIONhttps://crwst.cymru/collections/shop-all🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERTWe’ve launched a brand new merch store — mugs, hoodies, prints and more!If you fancy supporting the pod that way, head here 👇🛒 sdsb2025.myshopify.com🎟️ TOUR 2026Live shows are coming!🎫 Tickets available now at distantpod.com/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.