David Boyle

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David Boyle

  • 5 Years 15 days - Empathetic Kids

5 Years 15 days - Empathetic Kids

Saturday 1st June 2024

David Boyle hilariously recounts his son's soccer game filled with empathetic but uncoordinated kids. A must-listen for laughs and parenting insights.
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10 minutes
Entertaining
Honest
Humorous
Raw
Engaging

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Empathetic Kids and Soccer Fails

Episode Overview

  • Boyle critiques his son's soccer team and their lack of skill.
  • Highlights the overemphasis on empathy by modern parents.
  • Recounts his son's critical mistake despite clear instructions.
  • Draws a humorous parallel to Wayne Gretzky's upbringing.
  • Offers a comedic take on the frustrations of teaching kids sports.
I've never seen goalies more scared of a ball in my entire life
In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle shares a hilarious and brutally honest recount of his son's under-eight soccer game. Boyle's son plays on what he describes as the worst soccer team ever assembled, filled with empathetic but uncoordinated kids. As Boyle watches the game, he can't help but critique both the players and their parents, who seem more focused on their children's empathy than their soccer skills.
Boyle's frustration reaches its peak when his son, despite detailed instructions and diagrams, makes a crucial mistake on the field. Yet, amidst the chaos, Boyle finds humour and a lesson in patience, drawing a parallel to Wayne Gretzky's upbringing in less-than-ideal teams. This episode is a comedic take on parenting, sports, and the often misplaced priorities of modern parents.
It's a relatable and entertaining listen for anyone who's ever been to a children's sports event or tried to teach their kids anything.