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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
Episodes
  • 269: You’re A Step Away From OnlyFans (Pt 1)

    269: You’re A Step Away From OnlyFans (Pt 1)
    Jun 18 2025
    🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 269: LIONS SPECIALElis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero line up for a full-blooded deep dive into the glorious, chaotic, and occasionally heroic history of the British & Irish Lions.To celebrate The British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia 2025 the whole episode is devoted to the Lions.“Like a sports podcast, if the sport was selected on reputation and not form.”🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!Yes, we’re hitting the road with a brand-new live show! 🎫 Grab your tickets now at 👉 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🦁 This Week – LIONS SPECIAL📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)Elis: Lions 1989 Tour – classic footage from a bruising battle with Australia 🔗 Watch on YouTubeMike: Jamie Tells It Straight – no holding back in this Lions clip 🔗 Watch on FacebookSteff: Malcolm Thomas, Ken Jones & Lewis Jones – 1950 Tour – proper old-school Lions legends 🔗 Watch vintage footage📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)Elis Documentary: The Lions 1971 – stories, scars, and some seriously good storytelling 🔗 Watch on YouTubeSteff Book: SAS: Forged In Hell by Damien Lewis – Rugby and the SAS… 🔗 Get the book📌 PART 3 – PATREON EXCLUSIVE👉 Subscribe at patreon.com/distantpod for bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early accessElis: JJ Williams in 1977 – raw pace and classic Lions vs All Blacks energy 🔗 Watch JJ in full flightSteff: Faz Being Faz – a modern Lions leader doing what he does best 🔗 Watch on YouTubeMike: Siya on Jac – Springbok respect for the Welsh warrior 🔗 Watch the moment💡 More Every Week🎧 Patreon – includes:Weekly bonus contentMichael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi PodTour pre-sale + gift memberships🚀 Wondery+ – early, ad-free episodes every Tuesday🦁 Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love a retro Lions tour scrap, this week’s ep is full of classics, chaos, and cult heroes – only on The Socially Distant Sports Bar.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 16 mins
  • Belfast: PS134

    Belfast: PS134
    Jun 15 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.

    🚀 Wondery+ and Patreon Perks

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

    📌 This Week’s Clip:

    Taken from “85: Ulster Hall, Belfast (a)”, 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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    9 mins
  • 268: D’You Want A Selfie? (Pt 2)

    268: D’You Want A Selfie? (Pt 2)
    Jun 13 2025
    🎙 The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 268: D’You Want A Selfie?Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return with another helping of tangents, top-tier nostalgia, and hilariously niche sporting nonsense.“Like a sports podcast, if the sport was optional.”🎟️ We’re Going on Tour in 2026!The Socially Distant Sports Bar LIVE is coming to a stage near you! 🎫 Tickets are on sale now – get yours at 👉 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✨ This Week’s Episode – 268: D’You Want A Selfie?📌 PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY)Elis: Suuuuunderland!! – one of the greatest local commentaries you’ll hear 🔗 Watch on XMike: Back Garden Goals – this dad’s got tekkers 🔗 Watch on FacebookSteff: Obama: Grassroots Coach 🔗 Watch full version 🔗 Watch the short📌 PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY)Steff Documentary: Little Miss Sumo – a powerful short doc about breaking barriers in Japanese sport 🔗 Watch on NetflixElis Book: 26.2 Miles to Happiness by Paul Tonkinson – endurance, euphoria, and marathon meditations 🔗 Get the book📌 PART 3 – PATREON EXCLUSIVE👉 Get bonus episodes, spin-offs, and early access at patreon.com/distantpodMike: Nationwide Football, 1972 🔗 Watch on YouTubeSteff: FIFA Club World Cup 🔗Jordan Morris 🔗Thiago Silva 🔗BayernElis: Dutch League Madness 🔗 Fans lose the plot 🔗Goal💡 Join the Club🎧 Patreon – get:Weekly bonus contentMichael Owen’s Movie Club & Hoffi PodGift memberships🚀 Wondery+ – early episodes every Tuesday, ad-freeSee 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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    30 mins
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Laugh a minute. Very little sport

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Loosely about sport and absolutely brilliant. Constantly laughing, just like sitting at the bar with your mates having a chat about sports that takes you in a dozen different directions. Absolutely brilliant

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Just brilliantly funny and really engaging, all three men are so funny and great chemistry between them.

Laughter out loud funny

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