The Socially Distant Sports Bar

🎙️ Welcome to Pint-Sized Distant Pod!🏆 VOTE FOR US! We're up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards – and your vote genuinely helps.👉 Take 20 seconds to do it here: britishpodcastawards.com/votingTell your mates, your boss, your gran. Let’s win this thing. Diolch!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 “57: Shower When Necessary”, 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.🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 280: When’s It Going Out?This week features cycling farewells, Lions, rugby memories, and plenty of sporting oddities.Vote for us in the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards – it only takes 30 seconds and really helps us out: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/votingAnd don’t forget – the full story behind our titles (and loads of bonus content) is only available on Patreon.com/distantpod.Part 1Elis: The end of ITV CyclingSteff: LionsMike: What I miss about playing rugbyPart 2Mike Documentary: Jake Paul: The Problem ChildElis Book: The Official History of the Tour de FrancePart 3Steff: Budget Sky SportsMike: Kid at King of the ConeElis: Wales away to Kazakhstan, on the train🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 280: When’s It Going Out?This week features cycling farewells, Lions, rugby memories, and plenty of sporting oddities.Vote for us in the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards – it only takes 30 seconds and really helps us out: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/votingAnd don’t forget – loads of bonus content is only available on Patreon.com/distantpod.Part 1Elis: The end of ITV CyclingSteff: LionsMike: What I miss about playing rugbyPart 2Mike Documentary: Jake Paul: The Problem ChildElis Book: The Official History of the Tour de FrancePart 3Steff: Budget Sky SportsMike: Kid at King of the ConeElis: Wales away to Kazakhstan, on the train🛍️ 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 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 “138: 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.🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Episode 279: The Best Of Hoffi Pod🏆 VOTE FOR US! We’re up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards. Your vote genuinely makes a huge difference: 👉 britishpodcastawards.com/votingAbout This EpisodeOver on Patreon we’ve recorded 25 episodes of Hoffi Pod – our spin-off where we chat about the things we really love.This week, we’re bringing you the best bits from across those episodes – the funniest moments, the weirdest tangents, and the kind of nonsense that makes Hoffi Pod such a hit with subscribers.Want More Hoffi Pod?You don’t have to subscribe to Patreon to hear them all. You can now buy individual episodes from our shop: 👉 patreon.com/distantpodOr go all in and subscribe for £8 a month to unlock:All 25 Hoffi Pod episodesFull Michael Owen’s Movie ClubHundreds of hours of bonus contentThe legendary second halves of weekly shows2026 LIVE TOUR – TICKETS ON SALE NOWFri 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: distantpod.com/liveThe Socially Distant Sports Bar – The best bits of Hoffi Pod… and there’s plenty more where that came from.🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Episode 279: The Best Of Hoffi Pod🏆 VOTE FOR US! We’re up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards. Your vote genuinely makes a huge difference: 👉 britishpodcastawards.com/votingAbout This EpisodeOver on Patreon we’ve recorded 25 episodes of Hoffi Pod – our spin-off where we chat about the things we really love.This week, we’re bringing you the best bits from across those episodes – the funniest moments, the weirdest tangents, and the kind of nonsense that makes Hoffi Pod such a hit with subscribers.Want More Hoffi Pod?You don’t have to subscribe to Patreon to hear them all. You can now buy individual episodes from our shop: 👉 patreon.com/distantpodOr go all in and subscribe for £8 a month to unlock:All 25 Hoffi Pod episodesFull Michael Owen’s Movie ClubHundreds of hours of bonus contentThe legendary second halves of weekly shows2026 LIVE TOUR – TICKETS ON SALE NOWFri 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: distantpod.com/liveThe Socially Distant Sports Bar – The best bits of Hoffi Pod… and there’s plenty more where that came from.🛍️ 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 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”, 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.🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Episode 278: Double Custard🏆 VOTE FOR US! We’re up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards – and your vote genuinely helps. 👉 britishpodcastawards.com/votingTell your mates, your postie, and the bloke in Greggs. Let’s win this.💡 About that title… You won’t understand why this episode is called Double Custard unless you’re a Patreon. It comes from a glorious moment in this week’s subscriber-only section – and it’s very much worth hearing.👉 Get the full story: patreon.com/distantpod📍 PART 1⚽ Elis – Jess Fishlock’s dad – Absolute peak proud parent energy. ▶️ Watch here🏌️ Mike – Scottie Scheffler. ▶️ Watch here👕 Steff – Newport County’s new away kit – Spoiler: it’s a beauty. ▶️ Watch here📍 PART 2🎬 Steff’s Documentary – The Turnaround – A remarkable redemption story. ▶️ Watch on Netflix📖 Mike’s Book – Living with a Legend by Kathy Botham – Behind the scenes of life with cricket’s superstar. ▶️ Buy here📍 PART 3🤖 Steff – The Future… – Equal parts exciting and terrifying. ▶️ Watch here🏏 Mike – Nasser and Stokes ▶️ Watch here⚽ Elis – Brian Clough removes pitch invader – A masterclass in old-school fan-management. ▶️ Watch here🎟️ 2026 LIVE TOUR – TICKETS ON SALE NOWFri 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🎫 Book here: distantpod.com/liveThe Socially Distant Sports Bar – Like a sports podcast. But with more custard.🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Episode 278: Double Custard🏆 VOTE FOR US! We’re up for the Listeners’ Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards – and your vote genuinely helps. 👉 britishpodcastawards.com/votingTell your mates, your postie, and the bloke in Greggs. Let’s win this.💡 About that title… You won’t understand why this episode is called Double Custard unless you’re a Patreon. It comes from a glorious moment in this week’s subscriber-only section – and it’s very much worth hearing.👉 Get the full story: patreon.com/distantpod📍 PART 1⚽ Elis – Jess Fishlock’s dad – Absolute peak proud parent energy. ▶️ Watch here🏌️ Mike – Scottie Scheffler. ▶️ Watch here👕 Steff – Newport County’s new away kit – Spoiler: it’s a beauty. ▶️ Watch here📍 PART 2🎬 Steff’s Documentary – The Turnaround – A remarkable redemption story. ▶️ Watch on Netflix📖 Mike’s Book – Living with a Legend by Kathy Botham – Behind the scenes of life with cricket’s superstar. ▶️ Buy here📍 PART 3🤖 Steff – The Future… – Equal parts exciting and terrifying. ▶️ Watch here🏏 Mike – Nasser and Stokes ▶️ Watch here⚽ Elis – Brian Clough removes pitch invader – A masterclass in old-school fan-management. ▶️ Watch here🎟️ 2026 LIVE TOUR – TICKETS ON SALE NOWFri 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🎫 Book here: distantpod.com/liveThe Socially Distant Sports Bar – Like a sports podcast. But with more custard.🛍️ 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 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 “79: The New Theatre, Cardiff (h) 1st Leg”, 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.🛍️ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.