David O'Doherty (pt 2)

David O'Doherty (pt 2)

From The Socially Distant Sports Bar by Nata Media

May 28, 2026 · 39 min · Episode 721

About this episode

David O'Doherty joins the hosts for a conversation about his sporting experiences and surreal comedy.

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. 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. David's podcast with Max Rushden, What Did You Do Yesterday? is a favourite of the Distant Pod team. 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 🎧 PART 2 From there, things take a more surreal turn — including a brilliant comedy sketch about cricket and why sport can often feel completely baffling…

People in this episode

Hosts: Elis James, Mike Bubbins, Steff Garrero

Guest: David O'Doherty

Topics covered

  • comedy
  • sports
  • cycling
  • Irish sport
  • surreal storytelling
  • rugby

Keywords

  • David O'Doherty
  • comedy
  • cycling
  • rugby
  • Irish sport
  • surreal storytelling
  • Stephen Roche

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: What Did You Do Yesterday?, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Places: Ireland

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