Podcasts about Gallifrey

We take a look at “Wish World” and “The Reality War”. Find us on Twitter Find us on Facebook Find …Continue reading →

It's the end...but the moment has been prepared for. The eighth Doctor range comes to a close with a book that looks backwards to celebrate, forwards to the future and has a beautiful examination of the Doctor within...

With the TARDIS doors closing on another season, we unpack Doctor Who Series 15—Ncuti Gatwa's second and (presumably) final run as the Doctor. This season delivers major twists, emotional farewells, and fresh adventures featuring returning companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) and newcomer Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu). We reflect on the regeneration, surprise cameos, and what this means for the future of Doctor Who. Plus some fandom news, your feedback, a few tangents, and some information about our upcoming Epi-Anni-Versary. Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam TIME STAMPS 00:00:25 Intro 00:01:25 Rachel's weekend tangent 00:16:14 News 00:27:12 Feedback 00:30:33 Doctor Who Series 15 02:51:17 Closing Thoughts 02:54:32 Outro Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    from tardi wiki   was the eighth and final episode of Series 15 of Doctor Who. It premiered on 31 May 2025. The story featured the return of Omega in an active role as an antagonist for the first time since the Fifth Doctor story Arc of Infinity [+], now voiced by Nicholas Briggs, with this story revealing Omega's time spent trapped in the Under-Universe had physically altered and deformed him into a monstrous corpse like being. The story also shows the apparent fate of the bi-generated Rani at Omega's hands, while the Mrs Flood incarnation of the Rani escapes shortly after witnessing her successor's apparent demise. The Rani reveals how she survived the Spy Master's genocide of Gallifrey, and that the genetic explosion caused by the Spy Master had rendered any surviving Time Lords and Time Ladies completely sterile, which was why she enacted her plan to find Omega in order to save their race, though with the purpose of creating a new Gallifrey she could rule over. In addition, her ability to follow the Doctor throughout time and space is revealed to be accomplished by use of a Time Ring rather than a TARDIS. Steph de Whalley also returns as Anita Benn, where it's revealed she began working in the Time Hotel after Joy to the World [+] and had been looking for the Fifteenth Doctor, in doing so archive footage from The Wedding of River Song [+] and Day of the Daleks [+] respectfully would be used to have Anita see the Eleventh and Third Doctors when visiting the events of those stories, before archive footage of Rogue [+] is used when Anita finds an early version of the Fifteenth Doctor during the events of that story. Before departing, Anita would mention "the Boss" who was previously mentioned by Beep the Meep in The Star Beast [+]. In addition to the Doctor's previous incarnations appearing through archive footage, Jodie Whittaker makes a surprise appearance as the Thirteenth Doctor near the end of this story, marking her first appearance since The Power of the Doctor [+]. Most notably, this story was the final chronological appearance of Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor, with the story ending with his regeneration, caused by him sacrificing his current incarnation in order to bring Poppy back into existence, the Doctor's regeneration in this story was also the first time since The Parting of the Ways [+] in 2005 that the Doctor had regenerated at the end of the current series; in the revived run of the series, starting from The End of Time [+] up to The Giggle [+], the Doctor would be seen regenerating in either Christmas or New Year's specials set in between numbered series. In a twist however, The Reality War and the Fifteenth Doctor's regeneration would end with Billie Piper, having previously portrayed Ninth and Tenth Doctor companion Rose Tyler, being introduced in the final moments of the story, and with her role being left uncredited. The Doctor - Ncuti Gatwa The Doctor - Jodie Whittaker Belinda Chandra - Varada Sethu Ruby Sunday - Millie Gibson The Rani - Archie Panjabi Mrs Flood - Anita Dobson Anita Benn - Steph de Whalley Winnie Petheridge - Sam Lawton Shirley Bingham - Ruth Madeley Carla Sunday - Michelle Greenidge Conrad Clark - Jonah Hauer-King Poppy - Sienna-Robyn Mavanga-Phipps Kate Stewart - Jemma Redgrave Susan Triad - Susan Twist Christofer Ibrahim - Alexander Devrient The Vlinx - Aidan Cook Rose Noble - Yasmin Finney Melanie Bush - Bonnie Langford Cherry Sunday - Angela Wynter Voice of Omega / The Vlinx / Dalek - Nicholas Briggs Lakshmi Chandra - Nila Aalia And introducing Billie Piper Uncredited First Doctor - William Hartnell (archive footage) Second Doctor - Patrick Troughton (archive footage) Fourth Doctor - Tom Baker (archive footage) Fifth Doctor - Peter Davison (archive footage) Sixth Doctor - Colin Baker (archive footage) Seventh Doctor - Sylvester McCoy (archive footage) Guardian of the Edge - Paul McGann (archive footage) War Doctor - John Hurt (archive footage) Ninth Doctor - Christopher Eccleston (archive footage) Tenth Doctor / Fourteenth Doctor - David Tennant (archive footage) Twelfth Doctor - Peter Capaldi (archive footage) Fugitive Doctor - Jo Martin (archive footage) Crew To be added... Worldbuilding Omega and the Rani The Doctor reveals that Omega is viewed as the Original Sin of the Time Lords who has discovered time travel. He was cast out from Gallifrey because he was insane. Omega has two hearts like all Time Lords. The Underverse is a world of legends, causing Omega to change into the Mad God Titan and become his own legend. After his escape, Omega wanted to become the God of Time and feast upon Time Lords. He also immediately recognises the Doctor. The Rani has her own Time Ring and Sonic Screwdriver. The Mrs. Flood Rani later escapes with the Time Ring. UNIT Susan Triad has build her own Zero Room at UNIT floor minus 10 to use as an escape pod. UNIT can also fight using Parallax Cannons. There are a few glitches in the new world: the border between Norway and Sweden has moved seven miles east. The colour teal is more blue and actor Ernest Borgnine is still alive. Belinda and her family Belinda mentions she has an uncle named Roo living in Kerala. Her mother's name is Lakshmi. She plays a concert in Manchester. Belinda wanted to see the planet Neptune and the Big Bang before departing from the Doctor. Belinda makes the Doctor an uncle to Poppy. She reveals she met Poppy's real father when she was 21 and is named Ritchie Akingbola, though they are separated. Ruby and her family Ruby mentions that during their time together, Conrad never revealed who his father is. Cherry reveals that she likes to play poker and that Joseph is the name of her late husband. The Doctor and the TARDIS The Fifteenth Doctor mentions he can turn the TARDIS into anything. The Doctor has never been to Kerala. He also reveals that in the year 60,000, there is a planet called New New Delhi. The Fifteenth Doctor can punch regeneration energy from his hands into the Time Vortex to alter reality. However this causes him to regenerate. He can still stall the regeneration itself for a short time. The Thirteenth Doctor is unaware of what bi-generation is. The Thirteenth Doctor mentions the TARDIS having "a third strand of phenotype markers that can turn a micro-spasm". Both Doctors hope that they will always wish they had more time before regenerating. The TARDIS remembers the Fugitive Doctor, revealing her on the TARDIS console screen between the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Doctors. The Fifteenth Doctor is surprised to see the Thirteenth, joking that "normally the other guy shows up". References The Doctor gives The Upside Down from Stranger Things and Narnia as examples about the world hidden below, or "the Underverse". Notes Jodie Whittaker revealed that one of her regrets from her tenure was that she didn't get to interact with Peter Capaldi or David Tennant during the regeneration handovers, as their scenes were filmed separately. So getting to interact with Ncuti Gatwa during his own regeneration handover was special and a highlight of coming back for her cameo. A promotional image of the Doctor and Belinda dancing with a "Happy May Day" banner in the background was released for the episode, but no such scene exists in the final episode. Jodie Whittaker wore a wig for her cameo, as she had long brown hair at the time. Russell T Davies revealed that Jodie Whittaker's codename onset was "Petrol", because he might use it as a companion name in the future. This two-parter formed Block Five of Series 15.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - Wish World and The Reality War Phil and Paul return for the last time this season and pull a double shift with their in depth look at Wish World and The Reality War, the season finale of Doctor Who. With a surprise cameo and THAT regeneration, months of speculation came to and end as we said goodbye to Ncuti Gatwa. But did RTD stick the landing? You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice. 

John, Elysia, and Ian recap a twist-filled season finale and the end to another era of the Doctor. They discuss the treatment of Gallifrey lore, the legacy of the Fifteenth Doctor, and the future of Doctor Who.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsContact UsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TARDIS@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.

Ross, Melvin, and Jeff were as shock as everyone else was with The Reality.  What started as a season finale, and we got the final bows of the 15ther Doctor.  That was just a start. Thank you Ncuti Gatwa, #TARDIS #BBC #DoctorWho #NcutGatwa #JodieWhitaker #RTD #BilliePiper

We take a look at “The Story and the Engine” and “The Interstellar Song Contest”. Find us on Twitter Find …Continue reading →

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - The Reality War This is it, the season finale, so join Scott and Phil for their knee jerk reaction to The Reality War, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - Wish World The Who's He? Podcast is back from their holidays, so join Scott and Phil for a longer than usual knee jerk reaction to Wish World the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatw and Varada Sethu. Phil and Scott will be back tomorrow with their knee-jerk reaction to the season finale, The Reality War. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

What it the Rani's masterplan? Can the Doctor and Belinda say themselves, or do they know who they truly are?  Ross, Jeff, and Melvin have questions too. They have come up with some interesting answers   #DoctorWho #BBC #TARDIS #TheRani 

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - The Interstellar Song Contest Phil and Paul return with a more in depth look at The Interstellar Song Contest, the latest episode of Doctor Who. With Phil dreading this episode, does old misery guts drag down this review? Or does the appearance of Susan cheer him up? And does the reveal of an old adversary of the Doctor lighten proceedings? Don't forget that the Who's He? Podcast will be back in just under two weeks time, as Phil goes on holiday. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice. 

Jeff, Melvin and Ross had a couple of WOW moments when talking about this weeks Doctor Who.  It fun, it was silly, it was scary, and it was moving. Lot's to talk about   #DoctorWho #TheDoctor #Eurovision #BBC #TARDIS 

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - The Interstellar Song Contest Join Scott and Phil for 10 minutes or so as they give their knee-jerk reaction to The Interstellar Song Contest, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatw and Varada Sethu. Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - The Story and The Engine Join Phil and Paul as they take a deeper look at the latest episode of Doctor Who, The Story and The Engine. With the Doctor trapped in a barbers shop in Lagos, with a demon barber who feeds his giant spider stories (you will have to watch to figure it out), will Phil ever grow his hair back? And will Paul's ever stop growing? You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

We take a look at “The Well” and “Lucky Day”. Find us on Twitter Find us on Facebook Find us …Continue reading →

Ross, Jeff, and Melvin love stories.  The Story & The Engine examines the power of a storie.  They also talk about the need of places where on feels they belong and are safe. All that a story only Doctor Who could tell   #DoctorWho #TARDIS #BBC #Disney+ #TheDoctor #stories 

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - The Story and The Engine Join Scott and Phil for 10 minutes or so as they give their knee-jerk reaction to The Story and The Engine, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatw and Varada Sethu. Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

The character of Rassilon, the esteemed founder of Time Lord society on the planet Gallifrey and its inaugural Lord High President, serves as the focal point of our discussion. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of Rassilon's character, exploring the complex power dynamics that define Time Lord society. We unravel the mythos surrounding Rassilon, from his revered status as a sage-like figure to the darker implications of his actions and decisions throughout the Doctor Who narrative. Furthermore, we analyze the evolution of Rassilon's portrayal, particularly in the context of the Time War, shedding light on how his legacy has been interpreted across various iterations of the series. Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey through the lore of Doctor Who, examining the multifaceted nature of one of its most pivotal characters.The illustrious character of Rassilon, a foundational figure within the Doctor Who universe, is the focal point of this comprehensive discussion led by co-hosts Joshua Noel and Justin Coleman. Rassilon, revered as the architect of Time Lord society on Gallifrey, is portrayed not merely as a historical figure but as a complex entity embodying both wisdom and ambition. The co-hosts delve into Rassilon's mythological representation throughout the classic series, where he is often depicted as a ghostly presence, a figure whose intellect rivals that of the Doctor himself. This episode intricately explores Rassilon's role in defining the moral and political landscape of Gallifrey, emphasizing his contributions to Time Lord culture, including the codification of regeneration and the creation of the time vortex. The conversation also highlights the paradoxes of Rassilon's character, juxtaposing his image as a benevolent leader with the underlying currents of power and tyranny that define his legacy. Engaging anecdotes and thoughtful analyses enrich the narrative, allowing listeners to appreciate the intricate lore surrounding Rassilon and his significance in the broader tapestry of Doctor Who history.Takeaways: Rassilon is portrayed as a multifaceted character, embodying both wisdom and ambition within Time Lord society. The character's evolution from a revered founder to a tyrannical figure raises questions about power and morality. Rassilon's influence on the Time Lords is profound, shaping their societal structure and technological advancements. The dichotomy between Rassilon and the Doctor illustrates a conflict between power and benevolence in leadership. Rassilon's resurrection in the modern series introduces complexities regarding his motivations and legacy. The discussions around Rassilon highlight themes of authority, responsibility, and the consequences of wielding power. .We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us on Discord now!.Support our show on Captivate or Patreon, or by purchasing a comfy T-Shirt in our store!.Don't miss any of our Doctor Who episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ed801af8-c4d8-44ec-98c2-1d55e04d11dd.Check out other episodes with Joshua Noel:

Ross, Jeff, and Melvin are back to talk about the Doctor 'light' episode. There is nothing light about this piece of TV.  The epidsode an effect on all three of them. It lead to an amazing conversation   #DoctorWho #BBC #DisneyPlus #15thDoctor #RudySunday #BelindaChandra #UNIT #KateLethridgeStewart 

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - Lucky Day Join Scott and Phil for 10 minutes or so as they give their knee-jerk reaction to Lucky Day, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa, Varada Sethu and Millie Gibson. Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - The Well Phil and Paul return for a more in depth review of The Well, the latest episode of Doctor Who, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. With both of them surprised at this being a sequel to Midnight (and some people not so surprised), were they also impressed with the performances, the tension what seems to be some strange editing choices? And just why was Brian May mentioned again? You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

We look back at “The Robot Revolution” and “Lux”. And we run a thrilling competition. Find us on Twitter Find …Continue reading →

The Doctor and Belinda land on Planet 4747 to find everyone dead, other than the cook.  Whatever came out of the Well drove the crew to kill each other.   Ross, Jeff, and Melvin get together to chat about the story, sequels, the big bads, signing, and much more    #DoctorWho #BBC #Disney #TheDoctor #TARDIS 

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - The Well Join Scott and Phil for 10 minutes or so as they give their knee-jerk reaction to The Well, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

It's time to say goodbye to Two...We're only on bleedin' Gallifrey this episode, as we wave the 60s goodbye, in the War Games Part Two.Hear our thoughts on the final episodes; our mourning of Jamie and Zoe; and which characters we hope were paid well for their repeated appearances.We're back next week with a little chat about this era, and our thoughts on what might be coming down the track!You can get in touch via @whowatchpodcast, or send us some love via email - thewhowatchpodcast@gmail.com.You can also tip The Who Watch Podcast via Ko-Fi, if you'd like.Find socials, the Song Of The Story playlists, and other fun things here, including our occasional chats to the press, because we're proper famous, like.Music by Haydn WynnArtwork by Reece ConnollyPhotos from The Black ArchiveAll clips belong to their respective copyright holders and are used purely for parody purposes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - Lux Phil and Paul are back with a more in depth look at Lux, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. With cartoons coming to life courtesy of the gods and fans breaking the fourth wall, will the second episode of this season continue to impress our reviewing duo? And the lads ponder whether the rumours of the show being cancelled or going on hiatus is just a ploy and is part of RTD's grand plan. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.  

The Doctor and Belinda land in 1957 Miami and me Mister Ring-A-Ding.  Something has hijace a cartoon and and the Doctor and Belinda need to save the day.  Ross, Jeff, and Melvin had lots thoughts on elder gods, fans, cartoons, and all things Lux   #DoctorWho #TheDoctor #TARDIS #BBC #cartoons #MrsFlood #RTD

Sara of www.saracentury.com joins Straight Outta Gallifrey to discuss Ambassodors of Death, a story where the awesomness of Dr. Liz Shaw is on full display, Action By Havoc are in the house and the vibes are pitched perfectly.   Let us know your thoughts by writing to us at prydonian.post@gmail.com or www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork  

Nick Briggs and Benji Clifford present… Good Review Guy: Doctor Who: The Fourth Doctor Adventures: Angels and Demons… Behind-the-Scenes and Drama Tease: Dark Gallifrey - Missy Part 1 by Rochana Patel.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - Lux What did Scott and Phil think of Lux, the latest episode of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. Listen for the next 10 minutes or so for their knee-jerk reaction! Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

Tony Jordan joins us to look back on the DWAS Capitol Cutaway event. Find us on Bluesky Find us on …Continue reading →

In this episode of the Who's He? Podast.... Review - The Robot Revolution After our knee-jerk reaction, Phil returns with Paul for a more in depth look at The Robot Revolution, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. In this season opener, our reviewing duo face incels, robots and just how does Brian May and Art Garfunkel fit into all of this? And in the news, we say goodbye to Jean Marsh and try to pick apart what Russell T. Davies meant when he said that Doctor Who had reached Robin Hood status. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

Allons-y, board game buffs and Whovians! This week, we hop in our TARDIS and travel through time, space, and cardboard as we review Doctor Who: Time of the Daleks from Gale Force Nine!Is this time-traveling tabletop adventure a clever use of wibbly-wobbly gamey-wamey mechanics, or does it feel like being stuck in a regeneration cycle with no end in sight? We discuss how well the game captures the spirit of the Doctor, the thrill of dodging Daleks, and whether it's more Gallifrey great or Sonic Screw-don't.Don't blink—or you'll miss it. Press play, subscribe, and regenerate your game night!

The Doctor has found his way back home to Gallifrey, and he's really really…angry. At the barn near the Citadel, The Doctor draws a literal line on all of Gallifrey. The Time Lords try to arrest him but the soldiers won't fire on a war hero. They turn on Rassilon who is quickly exiled. As ...

Ross, Jeff, and Melvin are back to talk about a new Doctor Who episode.  The Doctor and his new companion Belinda are caught up in The Robot Revolution   #TARDIS #TheDoctor #BBC #TimeTravel #Robots 

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Knee-jerk Reaction - The Robot Revolution Doctor Who is back on the telly with The Robot Revolution starring Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu. But what did Phil and Scott think about it? Listen for the next 10 minutes for their knee-jerk reaction! Phil will be back with Paul during the week with their full review. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - The Savages In the week before we see new Doctor Who on our televisions, Phil and Scott look at the recent blu-ray release of The Savages, starring William Hartnell as the Doctor. With this story missing completely from the archives, this animated release sees the Doctor, Steven Taylor and Dodo Chaplet overthrow an evil race who drain the minds of the oppressed masses to enhance their own intelligence and live forever. As they chat about the merits of the story and the animation, Phil has to explain to Scott who Patrick Allen was and why he scared a generation. And of course, they chat about the upcoming series of Doctor Who with Ncuti Gatwa! You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Review - The Claws of Axos This time, Phil and Paul look at The Claws of Axos, starring Jon Pertwee as the Doctor and Katy Manning as Jo Grant. Written for television by Bob Baker and Dave Martin and adapted by Terrance Dicks for the Target novelisation, bumbling government ministers with delusions of grandeur, CIA agents with pleasantly ugly faces and a shrill musical score is the order of the day. So listen as our reviewing pair compare the television and book versions. They also take the opportunity to celebrate 20 years of Doctor Who returning to our screens. We also apologise for some sound problems during this recording, it was one hell of a night! You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

Mark steps into the book club with a nice easy read - voodoo cults, twisted versions of Fitz & the Doctor, a female TARDIS that Romana is attempting to force breed, an oncoming War and the destruction of Gallifrey. No biggie.

Ben spills the beans on this year's Gallifrey convention. Has Ben turned 180° on his thoughts on Steven Moffat? Listen, and you be the judge. This episode was recorded right after the con closed, but due to real life getting in the way, the podcast took a bit of time to get produced. Better late than never, we hope? We recorded this podcast on 19 February 2025. Opening and closing music is from "Santa Monica" by Everclear.

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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Random Who - The Girl In The Fireplace This time, Phil and Scott travel back 20 years ago, to watch The Girl In The Fireplace, their next selection in their Random Who strand. Starring David Tennant, this story sees the Doctor go into full on romantic mode, which Scott was not looking forward to one bit! And in the news, the list of episode titles for Season 2 were released, which the lads go through in no great detail. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

Join the Earth Station Who podcast as we dive into Amy's Choice, the mind-bending 11th Doctor adventure featuring Matt Smith, Karen Gillan, and Arthur Darvill. We explore the Dream Lord's mystery, Amy's pivotal decision, and the deeper themes of this Doctor Who classic. Tune in for Whovian insights, theories, and more! Subscribe now to Earth Station Who for more Doctor Who episode reviews, news, and discussions, and join the conversation with fellow fans! Who North America https://www.whona.com/ ESO Network Patreon https://patreon.com/esonetwork If you would like to leave feedback or comment, feel free to email us at feedback@earthstationwho.com DoctorWho #AmysChoice #11thDoctor #MattSmith #KarenGillan #ArthurDarvill #DreamLord #TARDIS #SciFiPodcast #Whovian #TimeTravel #EarthStationWho #DoctorWhoPodcast #WhoviansUnite #BBCDoctorWho #DoctorWhoFans #Gallifrey #PodcastReview #DoctorWhoEpisode #DoctorWhoCommunity

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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Welcome the Third Doctor - Spearhead From Space Phil & Scott continue their series of looking at how good how each Doctor's inaugral stories were at introducing them to the waiting world, with Spearhead From Space, starring Jon Pertwee. Ushering in a new era of colour, action and flamboyant clothes, did this story from Robert Holmes succeed in introducing a new and different kind of Doctor. Along the way, Phil tells a horror story of childhood underpants. You can currently find us on X, Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky and Facebook.  Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, plus many other podcatchers of your choice.

In this episode of Earth Station Who, the crew revisits the First Doctor's adventure in The Rescue, exploring its impact on Doctor Who history. Plus, as a special bonus, co-host Mary Ogle steps into the Doctor Who Geek Seat! Tune in for a fun and insightful discussion on classic Who and Whovian trivia. Subscribe now to Earth Station Who for more Doctor Who episode reviews, news, and discussions, and join the conversation with fellow fans! Links Listen to older episodes of the Earth Station Who Podcast ESW on iTunes Earth Station Who on Spotify Earth Station Who on Instagram Earth Station Who on Facebook Earth Station Who on YouTube Make-A-Wish Foundation The ESO Network TeePublic Store The ESO Network Patreon Bat Chums piecesofmelee Tales of Hollywoodland Julian Schlossberg's Movie Talk Pensacon 2025 Promotion Watch-A-Thon of Rassilon If you would like to leave feedback or comment, feel free to email us at feedback@earthstationwho.com EarthStationWho #DoctorWho #TheRescue #FirstDoctor #WilliamHartnell #ClassicWho #TARDIS #DoctorWhoPodcast #Whovian #SciFiTV #TimeLord #Gallifrey #VickiDoctorWho #GeekSeat #MaryOgle #DoctorWhoFandom #RetroTV #BritishSciFi #SciFiPodcast #DoctorWhoReview

We discuss the First Doctor historical “The Aztecs”. Along the way, we look at Monster Munch packet colours, Cadbury’s attempt …Continue reading →

"The Invasion of Time" Production 4Z February 4 - March 11, 1978   The Doctor returns to Gallifrey to claim his title of President of the High Council, but he appears to have an ulterior motive that could spell the end of Time Lord society.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the return to Gallifrey, the departure of Leela, and the story behind the production.   Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community.   Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.

It's time for our annual birthday tradition! When a Five(ish) Fangirl celebrates a birthday, she gets to pick a Doctor Who Big Finish audio for us to review—and this time, it's Rachel's turn! Her pick? The Apocalypse Element, a high-stakes adventure featuring the Sixth Doctor, Evelyn Smythe, and the ever-menacing Daleks. We discuss its thrilling connections to The Time War, Gallifrey's fate, and why this story stands out. Plus, some birthday fun, podcast updates, and your feedback! Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam TIME STAMPS 00:00:20 Intro 00:05:55 News 00:14:07 Feedback 00:31:33 Big Finish #11 The Apocalypse Element 01:02:22 Closing Thoughts 01:08:57 Outro Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.