252: Just Put A Towel Over My Head (Pt 1)
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🎙️ Welcome to The Socially Distant Sports Bar – Episode 252
Elis James (Elis & John, Oh What A Time), Mike Bubbins (Mammoth), and Steff Garrero return with another round of sporting nonsense, barely-researched takes, and clips that will leave you questioning everything. This week, we’re covering everything from rugby legends to DIY football stands and the life story of a boxing icon. Grab a drink, get comfy, and enjoy the chaos.
"Like eavesdropping on a pub conversation where sport is just the excuse for the chat."
✨ What’s on This Week’s Episode?
- Jiffy on Shane Williams – Mike kicks us off with a classic bit of rugby chat.
- The legend of Nipsy in Barnsley – Elis unearths some grassroots gold.
- Peloton's finest fake names – Steff discovers the greatest (and rudest) made-up usernames to ever pop up on a leaderboard.
- Plus: DIY stadium building, Tom Brady’s lifestyle obsession, and Claressa Shields making history.
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🎉 THIS WEEK’S SHOW – Don’t Miss It!
PART 1 (OUT WEDNESDAY):
- Mike: Jiffy on Shane Williams – Watch here
- Elis: Nipsy, the Barnsley game – Watch here
- Steff: The best (and rudest) fake names on Peloton – Watch here
PART 2 (OUT FRIDAY):
- Steff’s Documentary Pick: The Arctics – Watch here
- Elis’ Book Recommendation: The TB12 Method by Tom Brady – Get it here
PART 3 (PATREON EXCLUSIVE):
- Elis: A man in Barnoldswick builds his own football stand – Watch here
- Mike: Ronnie – Watch here
- Steff: Claressa Shields becomes a three-weight undisputed champion – Watch here
- Bonus: The film about Claressa Shields’ life – Watch here
📺 TV from Mike and Elis:
- Mike’s latest on Scrum V Top 5 – Watch here
- Mike’s Throwback Special: Watch on BBC iPlayer
- Elis’ Derwydd Special: Watch here
✨ Another week of nostalgia, sporting chaos, and absolute nonsense – only at The Socially Distant Sports Bar! 🎉
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