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The Socially Distant Sports Bar

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.© Copyright Nata Media Art
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  • Back Flipper: PS142

    Back Flipper: PS142
    Aug 10 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.

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    Enjoy early access and ad-free listening as part of your Wondery+ or Patreon Subscription.

    📌 This Week’s Clip:

    Taken from “Hoffi Pod 13”, 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 Theatre

    • Sat 21 March 2026 – Cardiff, New Theatre

    • Tue 7 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

    • Wed 8 April 2026 – London, Hackney Empire

    • Fri 24 April 2026 – Carmarthen, Lyric Theatre

    🎥 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 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.



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    8 mins
  • 276: See You Next Wednesday (Pt 2)

    276: See You Next Wednesday (Pt 2)
    Aug 8 2025
    🎙️ Episode 276: See You Next Wednesday🏆 WE NEED YOUR VOTE! The British Podcast Awards – Listeners’ Choice is open, and we’d love your support.👉 Vote here (takes 30 seconds): britishpodcastawards.com/votingEvery vote helps more people discover our nonsense. Thank you!📍 PART 1🪆 Steff – Blue Peter & the Kevin Keegan doll ▶️ Watch it🗞️ Elis – Sky Sports breaking news like you’ve never seen before ▶️ Watch here🏉 Mike – The legend of Billy Boston, a true great of rugby league ▶️ Watch here📍 PART 2📺 Mike’s Documentary: The Fall of Favre The spectacular and controversial downfall of NFL icon Brett Favre. ▶️ Watch on Netflix📖 Elis’ Book: Veni, Vidi, Vici: When Italian Football Ruled Europe by Dominic Hougham ▶️ Buy the book📍 PART 3🏏 Mike – Home run with a cricket bat – physics defied, rules optional ▶️ Watch here📼 Elis – Maradona warming up for the 1994 World Cup like only he could ▶️ Watch🥏 Steff – The explosive, chaotic joy of Tejo, Colombia’s national sport ▶️ Watch here🎟️ THE 2026 LIVE TOUR – TICKETS ON SALE NOW!We’re taking this mess on the road in 2026 – join us live!📍 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/live🚀 GET MORE ON PATREON💥 Bonus content in every episode 🎬 Michael Owen’s Movie Club 🎤 Hoffi Pod 🎟️ Early live show access 🧡 Gift subscriptions👉 Join here: patreon.com/distantpodThe Socially Distant Sports Bar – like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.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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    35 mins
  • 276: See You Next Wednesday (Pt 1)

    276: See You Next Wednesday (Pt 1)
    Aug 6 2025
    🎙️ Episode 276: See You Next Wednesday🏆 WE NEED YOUR VOTE! The British Podcast Awards – Listeners’ Choice is open, and we’d love your support.👉 Vote here (takes 30 seconds): britishpodcastawards.com/votingEvery vote helps more people discover our nonsense. Thank you!📍 PART 1🪆 Steff – Blue Peter & the Kevin Keegan doll ▶️ Watch it🗞️ Elis – Sky Sports breaking news like you’ve never seen before ▶️ Watch here🏉 Mike – The legend of Billy Boston, a true great of rugby league ▶️ Watch here📍 PART 2📺 Mike’s Documentary: The Fall of Favre The spectacular and controversial downfall of NFL icon Brett Favre. ▶️ Watch on Netflix📖 Elis’ Book: Veni, Vidi, Vici: When Italian Football Ruled Europe by Dominic Hougham ▶️ Buy the book📍 PART 3🏏 Mike – Home run with a cricket bat – physics defied, rules optional ▶️ Watch here📼 Elis – Maradona warming up for the 1994 World Cup like only he could ▶️ Watch🥏 Steff – The explosive, chaotic joy of Tejo, Colombia’s national sport ▶️ Watch here🎟️ THE 2026 LIVE TOUR – TICKETS ON SALE NOW!We’re taking this mess on the road in 2026 – join us live!📍 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/live🚀 GET MORE ON PATREON💥 Bonus content in every episode 🎬 Michael Owen’s Movie Club 🎤 Hoffi Pod 🎟️ Early live show access 🧡 Gift subscriptions👉 Join here: patreon.com/distantpodThe Socially Distant Sports Bar – like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.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 18 mins
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