# David O'Doherty (pt 1)

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Podcast: [The Socially Distant Sports Bar](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-socially-distant-sports-bar-1223016)
Published: 2026-05-26T23:19:00+00:00
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## Resource

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 1 David 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQojh-wqL04&t=174s 🛍️ NEW MERCH ALERT We’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.

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