About Time | A Doctor Who Podcast

Available now on Patreon!Ben is back for another classic Who story, exclusively for Patrons – 1979's "City of Death". It's widely considered one of the best, but our episode title may lead you to wonder whether Ben agreed! Stay tuned at the end for one of Ben's mindblowing predictions for S6...https://linktr.ee/abouttimecast

Joining me this week to reflect on the 2025 season as a whole, it's TV assistant producer and host of the Getting Into TV Podcast, Tom Dix!Tom Dix/Getting Into TV: linktr.ee/Tomdix_ About Time:www.linktree.com/AboutTimeCast

Well that just happened! So much to talk about! I was joined this week by returning guest Ianto, who helped me unpack this mind-boggling finale.If you're a fan of "Inside No 9", check out the brand new podcast that Ianto and I are doing called "The Ninth Degree": www.linktree.com/ninthdegreepodAbout Time:www.linktree.com/AboutTimeCast

This week I'm joined by YouTuber and TikToker George Alexander, to discuss "Wish World".George Alexander:www.youtube.com/@georgealexander3110www.tiktok.com/@thegeorgealexanderwww.instagram.com/thegeorgealexander/x.com/ThatFinalBoyAbout Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week I'm joined by drag queen Victoria Northbound, who was actually IN "The Interstellar Song Contest"! We discuss the HUGE reveals that happened in the episode as well as what it was like to be involved in the making of your favourite TV show.Victoria Northbound:https://www.instagram.com/victorianorthboundAbout Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Welcome back returning guest Mike from Who Gives A Flux, as we discuss the latest episode in the current season, "The Story & the Engine". Listen out for a special cameo from Ben as well!(When I mention "The Woman Who Lived", I accidentally say it's part of Series 8, though I of course meant Series 9!)Who Gives A Flux:https://linktr.ee/whofluxpodAbout Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

It's my lucky day this week as I'm joined by returning guest Nick (from The Star Beast and Rogue) and newcomer to the podcast Simon! We discuss the latest episode from the 2025 series of Doctor Who, as well as our predictions for the rest of the series.About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Available now on Patreon!Hello Patrons! Here is a little something exclusive for you. 20 years ago today, the evil pepper-pots from Skaro (or one of them, anyway) returned to our screens, thrillingly reinvented for the 21st century, and yet unmistakably the same. To mark this anniversary, we have rewatched 2005's "Dalek" (which happened to be one of Ben's favourite episodes!) and recorded a special commentary track.We highly recommend listening to the track in sync with the episode (there is a countdown after our introduction). This will eliminate any awkward silences where we got too engrossed in the episode to speak!We hope you enjoy this, and if you'd like to hear more episode commentaries, let us know!https://linktr.ee/abouttimecast

Welcome back returning guest Aaron for a great chinwag about this week's episode, The Well!Aaron's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aarra98/Aaron's Twitter: https://x.com/aazzzronAbout Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week I'm joined by animator Willow, to discuss the second episode of the current series, "Lux"!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

New Doctor Who is on our screens! And joining me this week to discuss Episode 1 of this new series, "The Robot Revolution", are the wonderful Séan and Ethan of the Fast Return podcast.Fast Return:www.linktree.com/FastReturnPodcastAbout Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

A Christmas special for Easter! In this final "Benisode" before Ben takes a short break from the podcast, we discuss 2010's A Christmas Carol, as well as Stephen's many phobias — and Ben's singing rivals Katherine Jenkins' acting!DWFO A Christmas Carol suite:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVECUTwY9fwAbout Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

(The audio recording of our very first virtual live show!)It's our 100th episode, and 20 years since Doctor Who was brought back to our screens. To celebrate, we're inviting you to join us for a watch-along of "Rose". Make sure you've got the episode cued up, and we'll all press play together! We'll also discuss some of listeners' favourite moments from the first 100 episodes of our podcast. Stay fantastic!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

There was never a chance this episode would be called anything else... It's the finale of Miracle Day, and our 99th episode. Join us on Saturday 22nd March for our LIVE 100th episode! (If you can't make it, you'll be able to listen next Wednesday in the podcast feed.) Just a quick content warning: it goes with the territory, but throughout our Miracle Day episodes we will obviously be discussing death and other potentially troubling themes.  About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week we learnt what Stephen has in common with the Daleks: defeated by a flight of stairs. We also discuss the next two episodes of Miracle Day, including the raunchy flashbacks with Angelo! Just a quick content warning: it goes with the territory, but throughout our Miracle Day episodes we will obviously be discussing death and other potentially troubling themes. About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

We are a Kai Owen appreciation podcast this week (when aren't we?)! We discuss episodes 5 and 6 of Miracle Day.Just a quick content warning: it goes with the territory, but throughout our Miracle Day episodes we will obviously be discussing death and other potentially troubling themes.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Part two of our Miracle Day coverage, plus tangents including arcade claw machines and Ben's "moo-sical" about cows.Just a quick content warning: it goes with the territory, but throughout our Miracle Day episodes we will obviously be discussing death and other potentially troubling themes. In this episode we briefly discuss miscarriage and stillbirth, so if you'd prefer to skip that section it's highlighted with a warning just beforehand.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week we begin the final season of Torchwood, with episodes 1 and 2 of Miracle Day. We also give you a review of our recent theatre trip(s), and more book talk!Just a quick content warning: it goes with the territory, but throughout our Miracle Day episodes we will obviously be discussing death and other potentially troubling themes.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week I'm joined by self-confessed Sarah Jane aficionado, Amber, to discuss the fourth series of the CBBC spinoff.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

We made it to the end of Series 5! Time to find out if Ben thought this finale was a (big) banger or a clanger. We also reveal Hottie of the Series (S5), and discuss Ben's former life writing erotic fiction...About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Well knock me down with a feather. An episode that Ben actually enjoyed! We discuss the first part of the Series 5 finale, as well as the usual variety of tangents, including Ant and Dec's Limitless Win.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Time for another bonus episode! This time I am joined by Adam (better known as The Geek's Handbag) to discuss the recent colourised edition of The War Games.The Geek's Handbag:https://www.instagram.com/the_geeks_handbag/https://www.youtube.com/@thegeekshandbagAbout Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week we talk about the appropriate level of spiciness in books, the etymology of the word "nipple", and of course, this week's episode - The Lodger.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

After a lot of persuading, Ben finally agreed to watch this episode (and stay awake for it this time)! We also discuss the perks of having a dishwasher, Ben's spinoff ideas and much more.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

For this bonus episode, I was joined by the brilliant Will (last heard on our 73 Yards episode), this time to discuss the 2024 Christmas special, "Joy to the World".Will: @wmarler (Instagram) / @WillZMarler (Twitter)About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

A wild range of topics this week, including Ben's 70s porn star outfit, the correct name for a female snake, and whether or not we would boink an alien. And of course, the concluding part of the Silurian two-parter!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Happy New Year! We're back with The Hungry Earth. We also bring you some of our thoughts on the Wicked movie, and open a present from a listener!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Our Patreon-exclusive episode for December is now live, and we're quizzing each other on all things Christmas! And Ben finally tries the 2010 delicacy that is fish fingers and custard... This is a very short taster of the episode - full access is available to Patrons of all tiers! Check out the link below to subscribe.All links:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

On this episode, we discuss Amy's Choice, as well as national treasures, Shawn Mendes and video aspect ratios!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Rory joins Amy and the Doctor onboard the TARDIS as they take a romantic trip to 16th century Venice - and we have thoughts!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

We discuss the second part of the Angel story, including, yes, THAT scene...About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Had fun geeking out with friend of the pod Ianto on this bonus episode all about the ins and outs of Weeping Angels. Can they be destroyed? What counts as observing? We have so many questions!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

River's back, the Angels are back, and we're back! Did Ben actually enjoy this episode? Spoilers...! ;)About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Thought Journey's End was the crossover for all time? Think again! On this special bonus episode, I was delighted to be joined by Sam and Alasdair from our fellow queer Doctor Who podcast, the wonderful Wholala! And quite frankly... it's About Time. We are celebrating 61 years of our favourite show by discussing anniversary episodes both past and future!Wholala: https://linktr.ee/wholalaAbout Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

"It's only true Dalek DNA if it comes from the Dalek region of Skaro. Otherwise it's just sparkling fascism." This week we watched Victory of the Daleks, and discussed their controversial redesign, as well as an all-important biscuit chat.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week, Ben appears to suffer a mild allergic reaction to the show, as we watch The Beast Below. Let's hope he takes his antihistamine next week!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

It's the eleventh month, and The Eleventh Hour! Find out Ben's impressions of Matt Smith's first full episode, what he thinks of Amy Pond, Rory Williams and the new TARDIS...About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Well... who would have believed we'd make it here? David Tennant's final episode of Doctor Who (at least for now). We say farewell to the Tenth Doctor and hear from listeners about their opinions on the 2009 Specials.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Wa-hey! Shake a leg! Wilf is back, as is the Master (looking fiiiine today), and the Tenth Doctor is on the brink of his demise. We also fill you in on a recent trip to the theatre to see the musical, "Why Am I So Single?".About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

The Tenth Doctor is nearing his end, and we are discussing his penultimate story, The Waters of Mars.About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Ben did not enjoy the previous series of SJA, so I promised not to force him to watch any more of it.However, the completist in me felt weird about not covering the remaining seasons, so this week I'm discussing Series 3 with self-proclaimed SJA stan Ryan!About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week we update you on our fleeting visit to Cardiff, as well as discussing the 2009 Easter special, Planet of the Dead. About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

General content warning for this one - if you've watched Children of Earth you'll know we'll be touching on topics including child death, murder-suicide and pregnancy/abortion, so make sure you're in the right headspace to listen to this. The final day has arrived and we are not okay. About Time: www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Another day, another tragedy for the Torchwood team... We discuss the heart-breaking Day Four, and brace ourselves for the unimaginably devastating Day Five. We also hear listeners' ideas for Doctor Who spin-offs!About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Content warning: in this episode we touch on the topic of pregnancy, so if you prefer to skip that section for any reason, it should be between 09:25 and 12:44. (If an ad is served at the start of the episode, add on 30 seconds to this!)It's Day Three of Children of Earth, and things are ramping up as the 456 ambassador arrives and demands 10% of the world's children. We also hear about your ideas for Doctor Who branded food items!About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Today we're discussing the second episode of Children of Earth. We also hear the verdict on Vimto and listeners' favourite sweets!About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Content warning: in this episode we touch on the topic of pregnancy/fertility, so if you prefer to skip that section for any reason, it should be between 19:50 and 22:56. (If an ad is served at the start of the episode, add on 30 seconds to this!)This week we've started what is generally agreed to be the peak of Torchwood (if not the entire Whoniverse) - Children of Earth!About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

This week we're discussing the 2008 Christmas Special, The Next Doctor, as well as video games, cuddly toys and much more!About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

Our second Patreon-exclusive episode is now live, and it's a classic story! As voted for by Patrons, we're discussing 1975's "Genesis of the Daleks". This is a very short taster of the episode - full access is available to Patrons of all tiers! Check out the link below to subscribe.All links:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

BEN IS BACK! And we've watched the second series of The Sarah Jane Adventures. Find out our thoughts, as well as some classic tangents about 90s TV and many other things!About Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast

A real treat today to be joined by Billy Brooks, who has had an illustrious career in Visual Effects and now works at the cutting edge of the profession in Virtual Production. Billy was responsible for overseeing the LED-screen virtual environment of the battlefield in "Boom", and he told me all about that, as well as how it felt to finally get to work on the show as a lifelong fan.Billy's Instagram: @really_billy_brooksAbout Time:www.linktree.com/abouttimecast