{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68e81932d798804c9ef004e3/68e8194bf513ad2b81c50892?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"250: That’s So Cool (Pt 2)","description":"<p><strong>🎙️ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 250</strong></p><p><strong>Elis James (<em>Elis &amp; John, Oh What A Time</em>), Mike Bubbins (<em>Mammoth</em>), and Steff Garrero return with another episode of sporting chaos, dubious research, and laugh-out-loud banter. This week, we’re tackling everything from weightlifting in the '60s to a rugby upset that left Wales scratching their heads. Grab yourself a pint (or a cup of tea) and enjoy the ride.</strong></p><p><strong><em>\"Like sitting in the pub with three blokes who’ve nicked your chair but made you laugh so much you don’t care.\"</em></strong></p><p><strong>✨ What’s on This Week’s Episode?</strong></p><p><strong>Here’s what’s in store:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Larry Csonka’s NFL legend: Mike dives into one of the greatest football careers of all time.</strong></li><li><strong>Weightlifting nostalgia: Elis takes us back to 1965 with feats of strength and plenty of retro charm.</strong></li><li><strong>Rugby shocker: Steff relives the Northern Division's historic win over New Zealand in 1979.</strong></li><li><strong>Plus: fencing rockstars, Bridgend beating Wales, Denis Law’s iconic career, and much more!</strong></li></ul><p><strong>💡 Why Join Patreon?</strong></p><p><strong>Patreon is the best way to support the pod, and the perks are top-notch:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Bonus Content: Get 30 minutes of exclusive material every week – more laughs, more clips, and more nonsense.</strong></li><li><strong>Iconic Extras: Access <em>Hoffi Pod</em> and <em>Michael Owen’s Movie Club</em> whenever you like.</strong></li><li><strong>Gift Memberships: Give your mates the joy of exclusive podcast gold.</strong></li><li><strong>Direct Support: Every penny helps keep the podcast going (and Mike in his collection of retro cars).</strong></li></ul><p><strong>🎥 Bonus Podcasts for Patreon Members:</strong></p><ul><li><strong><em>Michael Owen’s Movie Club:</em> The lads review sports films, whether they’re masterpieces or just mad.</strong></li><li><strong><em>Hoffi Pod:</em> Elis and Steff dissect their favourite non-sports clips while Mike tries to get a word in.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>👉 <em>Join the £8 or £10 Patreon tiers today to unlock it all and support the pod.</em></strong></p><p><strong>🚀 Why Wondery+?</strong></p><p><strong>Not into Patreon? Wondery+ offers:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Early access: Listen every Tuesday before anyone else.</strong></li><li><strong>Ad-free episodes: Just laughs, no interruptions.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>🎉 THIS WEEK’S SHOW – Don’t Miss It!</strong></p><p><strong>PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Mike: NFL icon Larry Csonka in action –</strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDsNIZLxC1y/?igsh=MXEwYzY3MGd6cWJlYw==\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li><li><strong>Elis: Vintage weightlifting brilliance, 1965 –</strong><a href=\"https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=R9ObaksQVnM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li><li><strong>Steff: Northern Division’s win over New Zealand in 1979 –</strong><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iW5t7eC0iJk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a><strong> and</strong><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLACRKq9ZuM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> full highlights</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong>PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Mike’s Documentary: <em>Denis Law: The King</em> –</strong><a href=\"https://amzn.to/40PGYSA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li><li><strong>Steff’s Book Recommendation: <em>There’s Always This Year</em> by Hanif Abdurraquib –</strong><a href=\"https://amzn.to/3PKxnpK\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Get it here</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong>PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Elis: Bruce Dickinson swapping the mic for a fencing foil –</strong><a href=\"https://fb.watch/xewhH7ddoQ/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li><li><strong>Steff: Bridgend’s shock win over Wales in 1989 –</strong><a href=\"https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/wales/40119384\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li><li><strong>Mike: Cian Ashford’s dream goal –</strong><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/share/v/uSfzPySAPq7hdrYR/?mibextid=KsPBc6\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong>📺 TV from Mike and Elis:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Mike’s <em>Scrum V Top 5</em>:</strong><a href=\"https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0027jcq\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li><li><strong>Mike’s Throwback Special:</strong><a href=\"https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch on BBC iPlayer</strong></a></li><li><strong>Elis’ <em>Derwydd</em> Special:</strong><a href=\"https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> Watch here</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong>✨ Get ready for another week of sporting nostalgia, chaos, and absolute nonsense, only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! 🎉</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>🛡️ Get NordVPN with Our Exclusive Deal!</strong></p><p><strong>Protect your online privacy (or just watch sports from other countries) with NordVPN.</strong></p><p><strong>➼</strong><a href=\"https://nordvpn.com/distant\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> nordvpn.com/distant</strong></a></p><p><strong>Try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee!</strong></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Nata Media"}