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David O'Doherty (pt 1)
Ep. 720
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Irish comedian, writer and podcaster David O’Doherty joins The Socially Distant Sports Bar this week — bringing his trademark mix of sharp comedy, surreal storytelling and genuine sporting obsession. David's podcast with Max Rushden, What Did You Do Yesterday? is a favourite of the Distant Pod team.
Known for his live shows, books and appearances on shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, David also brings a deep love of cycling, Irish sport and the kind of niche sporting moments this podcast thrives on.
Across this episode, David joins Elis James, Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero for a wide‑ranging conversation, split across three parts.
🎧 PART 1David looks back on his rugby playing days, growing up in Ireland during the eras of Euro 88 and Italia 90, and how attitudes to GAA and other sports shaped his early experience of sport.
That leads into the sporting moment that has stayed with him — Stephen Roche’s extraordinary ride on La Plagne in the 1987 Tour de France.
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