Doctor Who: Who's He? Podcast: Recent Episodes
Phil Cannon & Paul Connor
The Who's He? Podcast, a monthly Doctor Who review show hosted by Phil Cannon and Paul Connor in which they chat about all things Doctor Who including reviews of the latest episodes to hit our screens, along with news, DVD's, books, audio stories and the occasional audio commentary for good measure!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome The Ninth(ish) Doctor - Scream of The Shalka
We return to our occasional series where Phil and Scott look at the inaugural stories that introduced the world to a new Doctor.
This time, it's the turn of the Ninth Doctor but not the one you were expecting. Yes, Phil and Scott are talking about the other Ninth Doctor, Richard E. Grant in Scream of the Shalka.
In 2003, the future of Doctor Who was online and in the form of Flash animation. But behind the scenes shenanigans and the constant phrase "rights issues" scuppered this iteration of Doctor Who before anyone had seen a single frame.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Doctor Who and The Pirates
Aha me hearties, Cap'n Phil and Boatswain Scott take to the high seas to bring you a review of Doctor Who and The Pirates from Big Finish, starring Colin Baker as the Doctor and Maggie Stables as Evelyn Smythe. But there is a very good reason why the lads picked this audio story. Sadly, the other star of this audio story, Bill Oddie sadly passed away. Bill Oddie was a legend of British comedy and more known recently for his passion for ornithology and conservation, so the Who's He? Podcast are reviewing this in tribute to him.
Also in the news, we also sadly lost Tom Chadbon, Duggan in City of Death and Merdeen in The Mysterious Planet.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - Revenge of The Cybermen
In this podcast, the Who's He? Randomiser selected Revenge of The Cybermen for Scott & Phil to deliberate over. Does this season closer for season 12 of Doctor Who round off Tom Baker's first series nicely? Or is it as bad as a lot of people make it out to be? And will the appearance of Hazy the cat ruin proceedings?
And in a long overdue return to Omega's Tat Corner, it's electroplated metallic tat!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Unplanned Who - Best and Worst Companions
Once again, Phil and Scott select a completely random Doctor Who topic from the hat of a failed actor and try to chat about it for as long as they can. And to Phil's horror, this episode Scott manages to select the topic of the best and worst companions for each Doctor. So sit back and listen to a discussion that will most likely annoy you at some point.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | The Brokenwood Mysteries
In this very short podcast, Phil takes a look at one of his favourite detective shows, The Brokenwood Mysteries and makes an admission that might shock listeners to this podcast.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome The Eighth Doctor - Doctor Who: The Movie
We return to our occasional series where Phil and Scott look at the inaugural stories that introduced the world to a new Doctor, and this time it's the turn of Paul McGann in Doctor Who: The Movie. How well a job did this TV movie do in introducing the Eighth Doctor after nearly 7 years off the television screen? And how much did the 2005 reboot borrow from this one off adventure?
And in a quick news recap, the lads look at the continuing saga of the cancellation of the Doctor Who Christmas special.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Phil & Scott give their short take on todays news that the Doctor Who Christmas Special has been cancelled by the BBC. And not only that, Russell T. Davies and Bad Wolf have also announced they are departing the show. So with the Beeb putting the show out to tender, what happens now?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? At The Movies | The Mandalorian And Grogu
In a bit of change to Who's He? At The Movies, Phil is joined by Scott to discuss The Mandalorian And Grogu, which has recently been released in cinemas. With the film getting bad reviews from critics and online reviews also piling on the misery, what do our reviewing duo make of Star Wars return to the cinema?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Keeper of Traken
With Paul once again joining Phil on the podcast, the pair of them look at The Keeper of Traken, Tom Baker's penultimate story in Doctor Who. Comparing the TV version to the Target novelisation, Paul gets his Melkur's and Myrka's mixed up, but a good time was had by all revisiting a story neither of them had watched in a long time.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's On The Page? - Pain Management
This episode sees Phil & Scott go back to the library for another Target short story, and this time it's Pain Management written by Beverly Sanford. Set during season 10 of Doctor Who, after the Doctor shows off, it's up to Bill and Nardole to stop Missy from curing humanity of the flu, who believes that this will impress him by being good!
And in the news:
- The latest guest announcements for Whooverville 17.
- AMC will be showing Doctor Who in the USA and BBC America mysteriously reactivates their account.
- We say goodbye to Jill Curzon, who starred in Dalek Invasion Earth 2150 A.D.
If you want to buy tickets to Whooverville 17, visit the Quad Derby's website:
https://www.derbyquad.co.uk/events/whooverville17/
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Infinite Today
In a slightly shorter than usual show, Phil and Scott look at a Short Trip from Big Finish, The Infinite Today. Read by Katy Manning, the story sees Jo Jones trapped in a time loop. Is the 11th Doctor trying to help or is he to blame?
Also, the lads give an update on what they have been doing Doctor Who wise in the last week.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome The Seventh Doctor - Time And The Rani
In their occasional series of reviewing each Doctor's inaugural story, Phil & Scott have reached the point where they have to talk about Time And The Rani, Sylvester McCoys first time as the Doctor. With cuddly vampire bats, people who look like Limahl and Bonnie Langford screaming, does this story make a good job of introducing the world to a new Doctor? But when Phil floats an alternate idea on the regeneration, Scott scratches his head in puzzlement which descends into a disagreement! Do you see what you have done to us Pip and Jane Baker!!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Unplanned Who
It's Unplanned Who, where Phil and Scott have no idea what they are going to be talking about! With a subject picked at random from a failed actors hat at the begninning of the episode, join our hosts as they completely wing it through a conversation on Doctor Who.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Crimson Horror
As decided by the randomiser, this episode Phil and Scott look at The Crimson Horror, starring Matt Smith and Jenna Coleman. Set in Victorian Yorkshire, the insane Mrs. Gillyflower, played by Dame Diana Rigg, is aided by a prehistoric leech to create a new Eden. Originally concieved as a set up for a Paternoster Gang spin off show, the idea quickly evaporates into the Doctor and Clara saving the day, so do Phil and Scott thinks this works as a story?
And in the news, Big Finish announces a new series of Eighth Doctor adventures featuring two new companions and in Omega's Tat Corner, some expensive tat!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
KentCon Report
Phil & Scott report back on their away day to the Kent Comic Con or KentCon in Herne Bay. They discuss the panels they attended, how many Doctor Who alumni appeared and didn't appear and despite it being a little bit of a topsy turvy event, a good time was had by all.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Nightmare Begins & Devil's Planet
On Good Friday, two missing episodes from the Doctor Who story The Daleks Master Plan, found by Film Is Fabulous were released on the BBC iPlayer. It was the first time in over 60 years that either of these episodes have been seen anywhere, so join Phil and Scott as they chat about these recovered episodes, The Nightmare Begins and Devil's Planet, and wonder at these episodes as they go from hairless to hairy.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Warriors Of The Deep - Special Edition
Phil and Scott head into the murky depths with Warriors Of The Deep - Special Edition which was recently released as part of the Season 21 blu-ray boxset. But what is so special about this edition of a much maligned Doctor Who story? And what about Ingrid Pitt's karate kicks?
And in the news:
- Matt Brittin is announced as the next Director General of the BBC, who also happens to be a fan of Doctor Who.
- Russell T. Davies announces that Doctor Who is a gay show. Has fandom got hold of the wrong end of the stick again?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Jubilee
Phil and Paul finally finish off their Sixth Doctor month a few weeks later than planned with Jubilee from Big Finish. This highly regarded story sees the Doctor and Evelyn Smythe caught in a temporal paradox in an alternate England, which sees an English Empire, a mysterious prisoner in the Tower and of course, a Dalek.
We also get Paul's take on the recent announcement of the recovery of two missing episodes of The Daleks Masterplan.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Invasion of Time
Phil and Scott look at The Invasion of Time, starring Tom Baker and Louise Jameson. Selected for them by the Who's He? randomiser, this story sees cockney Sontarans invading Gallifrey via the back door, Leela and K9 leaving at the end of the story and of course the DOK-TOR!
But in the news, everything pales into insignificance as Film Is Fabulous announced that episodes 1 & 3 of The Daleks Masterplan have been found and will be on the BBC iPlayer at Easter!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | Fallout Season 2
In this short episode, Phil looks at Fallout Season 2, which has recently finished airing on Prime.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's On The Page? - Interstitial Insecurity
To continue with our Sixth Doctor Month, Scott and Phil selected a short story written by Colin Baker, Interstitial Insecurity, set during the Trial of a Time Lord season. Written for the Doctor Who Storybook, released in 2019, this story finds old Sixy gathering evidence for his defence in the Matrix while gathering his wits after witnessing the death of Peri. At eighteen pages long, did Phil and Scott think this shortest of short stories added anything to this troubled season of Doctor Who?
And in the news:
- Doctor Who: The Movie gets an updated 4k and blu-ray release in time for the films 30th Anniversary.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - Vengeance on Varos
Phil and Scott continue Sixth Doctor Month with Vengeance on Varos, as selected by their randomizer! Phil was not particuarly looking forward to watching this story again but has time been kind and he changed his mind? And with Scott being a first time watcher, will his Dad colour his view?
And in the news:
- Pete McTighe answers questions on whether he should be the next show runner for Doctor Who.
- Zai Bennett provides a glib response to the future of Doctor Who on the BBC.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome The Sixth Doctor - The Twin Dilemma
As Phil and Scott launch Sixth Doctor Month, they return to the Welcome The Doctor strand with The Twin Dilemma. Usually dismissed by Doctor Who fandom as awful, our reviewing duo decide whether this really is as bad as everyone makes it out to be. But wait! Is this the story that finally breaks Scott's sunny outlook on everything Doctor Who?
Also this episode, it's a long overdue return to Omega's Tat Corner with a new Tegan Jovanka and Dalek set from Character Online, which you can purchase using the link below:
Character Online
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? At The Movies | Predator
Phil finally gets around to talking about one of his favourite sci-fi action films, Predator. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as Dutch Schaefer, leader of a crack commando unit who meet their match in the jungles of South America. Phil takes you on his personal journey with this film on how he accidentally saw it twice at the cinema and how it led him to buy a very expensive model kit.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Snare
Phil and Paul travel back to 2005 to when Christopher Eccleston was the Doctor in Snare from Big Finish. In a story which surprisingly touches on mental illness as well as parasitic space ships, our reviewing duo find plenty to like in an earth bound tale on the Powell Estate.
But before they talk about Doctor Who, they take a left turn towards another British science fiction show, with the news that Blake's 7 could be getting a reboot.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Unplanned Who
In a new strand on the Who's He? Podcast, it's Unplanned Who, where Phil and Scott have no idea what they are going to be talking about! With a subject picked at random from a failed actors hat at the begninning of the episode, join our hosts as they completely wing it through a conversation on Doctor Who.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Ice Warriors
In a freezing cold UK, Phil & Scott decided to warm themselves up by returning to their Random Who series with The Ice Warriors. In this partly animated story featuring the Ice Warriors for the very first time, the Doctor in the form of Patrick Troughton battles a new ice age, monsters with massive heads and a massively hysterical base commander who has been renamed Clench for the listeners pleasure.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The War Between The Land And The Sea - Summing Up
Do you want to spend an hour of New Years Eve listening to two podcasters being grumpy? Well, all your dreams have come true as Phil and Paul sum up The War Between The Land And The Sea, the Doctor Who spin off show, which is also the last of the Disney era content.
But where does the Whoniverse go from here? Is there even a Whoniverse or is it time to draw a line under this iteration of Doctor Who? The lads give their opinion on what could or should happen (in their opinion), which leads Phil to contradict himself on more than one occasion!
We want to wish all our listeners a Happy New Year and thanks for listening to us in 2025!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? At The Movies | Scrooge
In the final podcast before Christmas, Phil sits down in front of roaring fire and talks about his favourite Christmas film, Scrooge. Starring Alastair Sim as Ebeneezer Scrooge, this version from 1951 is (according to Phil) the definitive take on this classic Charles Dickens ghost story. And is the moral of the story still relevant today?
From all of us at the Who's He? Podcast, we want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The War Between The Land And The Sea - Knee Jerk Reaction - Part 5
Phil and Scott give you their initial reaction to part 5 of The War Between The Land And The Sea, the Doctor Who spin off.
Will Phil and Scott find this to be a satisfying conclusion, or was this a soggy end to the Disney era of the Whoniverse?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | A Warning To The Curious
In this festive episode of Who's He? On The TV, Phil talks about A Warning To the Curious, part of the A Ghost Story For Christmas strand shown throughout 1971 to 1978 on the BBC. Starring Peter Vaughn and Clive Swift, this spooky tale from the mind of M.R. James, shows what happens when you meddle with legends from the dark ages.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The War Between The Land And The Sea - Knee Jerk Reaction Parts 3 & 4
Phil and Scott give you their initial reaction to episodes 3 and 4 of The War Between The Land And The Sea, the Doctor Who spin off.
After last weeks fairly enjoyable opening two episodes, will this weeks offering be more of the same or will things start turning moist?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Sea Devils - Remastered
Scott and Phil finally got off their lazy backsides and finally watched The Sea Devils - Remastered. Starring Jon Pertwee as the Doctor and Katy Manning as Jo Grant, the original 6 part serial has been remastered into a 90 minute special. Has this achieved the aim making this more accessible for modern TV audiences who have the attention span of a cushion?
Also:
- Season 21 gets a bluray release and Phil & Scott give you the lowdown on what's to come.
- Scott has some Billie Piper gossip.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The War Between The Land And The Sea - Knee Jerk Reaction Parts 1 & 2
Phil and Scott give you their initial reaction to episodes 1 and 2 of The War Between The Land And The Sea, the Doctor Who spin off.
And will Phil and Scott be pleasantly surprised or will it be a soggy start to this long awaited Sea Devil (sorry Homo Aqua) series?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
News Roundup
Phil and Scott sit down to bring you a short podcast on what news has dropped in the world of Doctor Who, including:
- The War Between The Land And The Sea episode titles and air times.
- The AI photo of Paul McGann and Billie Piper
- Exactly where Russell T. Davies is at with writing the 2026 Christmas Special
Also, the lads give you an update on what is coming up on the Who's He? Podcast during December.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Planet of Giants
This time, Paul and Phil turn their attention to the TV and a Target book as they look at Planet of Giants, the opening story to Season 2 of Doctor Who in 1964. What will they make of this not very well regarded story, which is a mixture of science fiction and ecological thriller?
Also...
- Paul gives us his take on Disney parting company with Doctor Who.
- Was Ncuti Gatwa miscast?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Impossible Astronaut & Day Of The Moon
Phil and Scott switched on the randomiser which selected The Impossible Astronaut and Day Of The Moon, Matt Smith's opening two part story for season 6 of Doctor Who. Scott has never seen this before and Phil wished he hadn't. So will Scott enjoy this and will Phil change his mind?
And in the news:
- The War Between The Land and The Sea gets an UK airdate.
- The Sea Devils is getting the 90 minute treatment.
- Tom Baker recieves an MBE.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? At The Movies | The Bride of Frankenstein
To round off Halloween week on the Who's He? Podcast, Phil is joined by an old friend of the show, Joanne Alexander to chat about The Bride of Frankenstein. Listen as the pair of them marvel at this horror classic from 1935, as they go from camp characters to nudey ladies.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | During Barty's Party
In the second of this weeks podcasts celebrating Halloween, Phil looks at During Barty's Party from 1976. Part of the series Beasts, written by Nigel Kneale, this story sees middle class couple Angela and Roger Truscott under seige from a horde of rats. But what makes this story so terrifying for Phil to select this for Halloween?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
News Roundup
As the news broke today that Disney will not be involved any further with Doctor Who and that we will be getting a Christmas Special in 2026, Phil & Scott decided to record a quick podcast to discuss news that most people had already guessed.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Chimes of Midnight
Phil and Scott kick off Halloween week on the Who's He? Podcast with The Chimes of Midnight, starring Paul McGann and India Fisher. With the Doctor and Charley Pollard trapped in a spooky house, and murders being committed, it is up to the pair of them to solve the mystery. Or are there other forces at work? Listen to Phil and Scott chat about this classic story from Big Finish, which Scott loves because it's set at Christmas!
And in the news, we say goodbye to Nabil Shaban.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome The Fifth Doctor - Castrovalva
Phil and Scott return to their Welcome The Doctor series where they look at the inaugural story for each Doctor and this time it's Peter Davison, the Fifth Doctor.
And in the news, Scott gives us the lowdown on the latest Doctor Who Magazine and comics and Phil chats about the work of charitable organisation Film is Fabulous and their announcement that some missing Doctor Who episodes have been found in the hands of private collectors.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | Thunderbirds - 60th Anniversary
Phil celebrates the 60th anniversary of the classic TV series Thunderbirds, created by Gerry & Sylvia Anderson and he tells of the impact it had on his life.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - AWOL
This week, Phil and Paul listen to another Short Trips story from Big Finish and this time it's AWOL, starring Jon Culshaw. Phil really loves this audio drama, so he was interested in Paul's take on this story which fills in the blanks between the third Doctor stories The Silurians and The Ambassadors of Death and fleshes out the relationship between the Doctor and the Brigadier. And as a bonus, they introduce everyone to the phrase "the reverse Paddington".
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Review - Dead Media
This week, Phil and Scott turn their attention to a 12th Doctor Short Trip story from Big FInish, Dead Media. Starring Jacob Dudman as the 12th Doctor, this sees the Doctor in an adventure at St. Lukes University before he met Bill Potts. Old audio formats feature heavily in this story (it's a cassette is it?), which might frighten younger listeners. But our reviewing duo drift away and talk about no Doctor Who on the telly, despite Phil's best efforts not to.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Whooverville 16 - Report
Scott and Phil look back on another exciting day in Derby at the Doctor Who convention, Whooverville 16. Jo Martin, Matthew Waterhouse as Maureen O'Brien, Brian Hodgson and Terry Molloy were among the guests this year, so sit back and listen as our dynamic duo give you the low down of the days events!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Faceless Ones
To finish off Troughton Month, the randomiser threw up The Faceless Ones for Phil and Scott to chat about. Starring Patrick Troughton as the Doctor, this story not only has an alien kidnap plot, it also introduces a companion that never was and waves goodbye to Ben and Polly from the TARDIS crew.
And in the news, the BBC commits to Doctor Who with or without Disney and Phil struggles reading the title of The War Between The Land and The Sea and gives up.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Evil of The Daleks
In this podcast continuing Troughton Month, Phil, Paul and Scott provide their thoughts on the differing novelisations of The Evil of The Daleks, one written by John Peel and the other written by Frazer Hines.
But is this really the best Doctor Who story as was voted for during the shows 30th anniversary year, or is it a long winded story, bloated with too many characters that serve no purpose other than to be Dalek fodder? Listen to find out what they thought as they discuss the differences between the written and visual versions and will Paul wearing no trousers really help matters?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Last Day At Work
In what they are calling Troughton Month, Scott & Phil listened to a second Doctor Short Trips audio story, The Last Day at Work written by Harry Draper and read by Nicholas Briggs. With policeman Bernard Whittam about to retire and the Doctor and Jamie dropping in to his retirement party, can the Doctor explain why Bernard can hear a certain wheezing and groaning noise in his head? But what has Julian Clary and Donaldsons Dairy have to do with anything?
But to kick things off, the lads have a quick chat about the Patrick Troughton era and try to pick their favourite three stories.
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The Last Day At Work
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
News Roundup
Recorded pretty much on the spur of the moment, Phil and Scott look what is going on in the world of Doctor Who right now, with a new multimedia Fugitive Doctor adventure called Circuit Breaker, starring Jo Martin. And somehow the world has got it into its head that Ncuti Gatwa is returning as the Doctor!
The lads also give you some podcast news, with a quick roundup of what is coming up in August, for which Scott has named Troughton Month!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Girl Who Waited
The randomizer has spoken! Yes, this time it landed on the Matt Smith story, The Girl Who Waited, co-starring Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill. With the Tardis trio going on a holiday, it ends with Amy Pond aging and Rory Williams having to make the toughest decsion of his life. But what of Scott and Phil's opinion? Well, they come up with an alternate title for this story and Phil gets confused as to which podcast he's on.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome the Fourth Doctor - Robot
Phil & Scott continue their series of looking at how good how each Doctor's inaugural stories were at introducing them to the waiting world, with Robot, starring Tom Baker. With a riff on King Kong and THAT tank, do the lads think this was successful in introducing the mighty Tom Baker to the world of Doctor Who, and would Professor Kettlewell's hairstyle suit Phil?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - The Mutants
They're back! After a few weeks deserved rest, the Who's He? Podcast is back with another Random Who episode, and this time it's The Mutants, starring Jon Pertwee and Katy Manning.
With themes of crumbling empires, genocide and colonialism, did Phil and Scott have a fun time watching this classic from 1972? Well, they certainly get excited about the breakfasts at the Chislehurst Caves!
And in the news, the lads get excited at the announcement that season 13 is the next in line to the blu-ray collection treatment.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Doctor Who is over for the foreseeable future, so Scott and Phil decided to have short chat about what could happen to the show and what they would like to see stay the same or change. Well, that was the plan. What this actually turned into was an hour long, fractious and argumentative conversation in which Scott was struggling to undertand why his Dad was turning into a bitter old Doctor Who fan. Which he isn't. Honestly.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Lucky Day
Join Phil and Paul in their deeper review of Lucky Day, the latest episode of Doctor Who starry Ncuti Gatwa, Varada Sethu and Millie Gibson. With a returning Ruby Sunday in a Doctor-lite episode, writer Pete McTighe attempts to address the nature of conspiracy theories and paramilitary organisations. Or is it really about a spoilt man-child out for revenge?
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On the TV | Spike Milligan - Part 2
This week it's the second and final part of our look at the television output of Spike Milligan and Phil is joined once again by Tyler Adams from Goon Pod. This episode, they discuss the cast of Q, which leads Phil to tell a story about Bob Todd, Tyler leads the conversation onto Straw Dogs by way of Freddie "Parrot Face" Davies and they both try their hand at doing Spikes Sergeant Major voice.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | Spike Milligan - Part 1
Phil is joined by Tyler Adams of Goonpod to talk about Phil's all time hero, Spike Milligan. In the first part of a two part conversation, Tyler and Phil chat about Spike's TV output from the 1950's through to the early 70's, even including Cucumber Castle starring The Bee Gees! Along the way, they discuss the perils of meeting your heroes and obsessive fans doing impressions.
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Who's He? At The Movies | The Howling
This time, Phil returns once again to the horror genre with 1981's The Howling. With this being one of three werewolf movies released in 1981, Phil revisits a film he watched some considerable time ago and discovers that he has changed as well.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Black Hole
After a long break, Paul is back on the podcast to join Phil in looking at The Black Hole from Big Finish. In this second Doctor story, featuring Frazer Hines as the Doctor and Jamie McCrimmon and Deborah Watling as Victoria Waterfield, Phil and Paul were swept away in this story of people who are not who they claim to be and what the pair of them consider to be an ingenious use of time travel to tie this audio story to The Two Doctors.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Random Who - Planet of The Dead
As Phil was ill with the lurgy last week and couldn't record the planned episode, he sat down with Scott to watch a random episode of Doctor Who and record a short podcast. And after using a highly technical method of random selection (bits of paper with numbers written on them, picked from a glass), they came up with Planet of The Dead and a surprise was in store.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Welcome The Second Doctor - The Power of The Daleks
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 The Power of the Daleks, starring Patrick Troughton. With this story being the very first time a regenerated Doctor appeared on screen, was this story full Daleks, double and triple crosses successful in assuring fans that Doctor Who was alive and well?
And in the news, we say a sad goodbye to Christopher Benjamin, the man who gave us Henry Gordon Jago.
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Review - Joy to The World
In their last podcast of 2024, the Who's He? team look at this years Doctor Who Christmas Special, Joy to The World, starring Ncuti Gatwa. With Scott stepping in at late notice to replace Paul who was trapped in a temporal nexus (or Zoom not working properly), he joins a still grumpy Phil in looking at this Steven Moffat story that features a time hotel, dinosaurs and a one shot companion in the form of Nicola Coughlans Joy. But was she really the companion and why did Phil think this story features one of the most tone deaf plot devices he's seen in a Christmas Special?
We wish all our listeners a Happy New Year and we will see you in 2025!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The War Games - IN COLOUR!
In a festive episode, Scott and Phil look at The War Games - In Colour starring Patrick Troughton as the Doctor. In this colourised, heavily edited and enhanced edition of Patrick Troughtons final story, we get to see the second Doctor regenerate into the third and for some reason, confirmation that the War Chief is really the Master.
Phil goes into full on Scrooge mode as the pair of them discuss the highs and lows of another classic Doctor Who story being adapted for a modern audience. Whatever that means.
Also, we get an early Christmas present in the form of Jon Pertwee's first season getting the The Collection treatment on bluray, which puts the festive spirit into Phil.
We wish all our listeners a very merry Christmas!!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? On The TV | Syrup at Christmas
In this festive edition, Phil looks at the phenonemon of the TV Christmas movie and how they've become a staple of Christmas in his household.
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A time for memories returning
Christmas is coming so what better time to talk about Doctor Who toys! Join Phil and Scott as they select their five favourite Doctor Who toys that they have either received as presents or just really wanted but never got!
And in the news, The Savages gets animated and we say goodbye to Arnold Yarrow.
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Welcome The First Doctor - An Unearthly Child
Completely ignoring the fact that they did another version of this about 30 episodes ago, Phil and Scott celebrate Doctor Who Day start their series of looking at how good how each Doctor's inaugral stories were at introducing them to the waiting world, with An Unearthly Child, starring William Hartnell. This was also Scott's first time watching this story in its entirety, so were cavemen and fire a good way to introduce the world to Doctor Who?
And in the news, Phil surprises Scott live on air with convention news and the announcement of Whooverville 16 in August 2025 and because Christmas is just around the corner, Doctor Who fans need gift ideas, so that means a long overdue peek into Omega's Tat Corner.
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Review - The Deadly Assassin
After nearly 13 years of podcasting, Phil and Paul finally get around to looking at The Deadly Assassin, the classic Doctor Who serial starring Tom Baker. However, is it really a classic or is a really slight story that everyone views with rose tinted specs? They discuss such points and also how a brave woman took on the confectionery giants and prevented Phil from being sick again.
Also, with news of certain classic stories being removed from iPlayer, the lads scratch their heads as to whether streaming really is the future of watching media and if the Russian state will come after them.
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Review - The Devil Rides Out
In this special for Halloween, Phil looks at a classic horror film from Hammer Films, The Devil Rides Out starring Christopher Lee in a rare good guy role. Based on the novel written by Dennis Wheatley, this tale of black magic is Phil's perfect film for Halloween and of course brings back memories of late night horror double bills on BBC2.
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Review - The Fearmonger
This time, Phil and Paul travel back to the year 2000 and the early days of Big Finish with The Fearmonger starring Sylvester McCoy and Sophie Aldred. With a story that was set 22 years ago, and with themes that are scarily relevant to the recent political climate in the UK, both of them are left pondering exactly who is the the Fearmonger of the story?
They also discuss the recent furore of Ncuti Gatwa boldly announcing on a chatshow recording that he will be filming Season 3 next year, only for it to be quickly cut out of transmission. So this leads the pair of them to disappear down the rabbit hole of ratings and also discuss the fate of shows on streaming services.
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Who's He? at The Movies | Quatermass and The Pit
This time Phil looks at the classic Hammer Films version of Quatermass and The Pit starring Andrew Keir and takes an opportunity to go looking for Doctor Who actors.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Iron Legion
Phil and Scott dip their toes into a Big Finish comic adaptation of The Iron Legion, starring Tom Baker as the Doctor. Phil has distant memories of reading this story in Doctor Who Weekly over 40 years ago, so he was looking forward to how this story fared but as Scott had no preconceptions, what did he think?
And in the news, they pay tribute to one the original voices of the Daleks, David Graham, who sadly passed away. They also provide an update on the near future of the Who's He? Podcast.
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Empire of Death - Audio Commentary
We have reached the end of this series of audio commentaries for Ncuti Gatwa's first season of Doctor Who with Empire of Death. And joining Phil once again is James Rockliffe of the Doctor Who Podcast to chat, moan and whinge through this season finale.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The Legend of Ruby Sunday - Audio Commentary
This week Phil is joined by his cohort James Rockliffe from the Doctor Who Podcast to take part in an audio commentary for The Legend of Ruby Sunday. The pair of them quite enjoyed this episode on original transmission, so are they still strutting like Susan Twist or is watching this like waiting for Sutekh's gift of a sandy demise?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Rogue - Audio Commentary
We continue our series of audio commentaries for Season 1 of Doctor Who and this time Phil is joined by special guest Richard Smith from the Something Who podcast for Rogue, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Whooverville 15 Report
Phil & Scott have been at the Whooverville 15 convention in the Quad Derby today and this is the little report on todays events. And the pair of them had another great day out at this wonderful Doctor Who convention but it was bittersweet as the future of the convention venue, the Quad, is in jeopardy. So if you are able, please donate to this amazing venue and help secure it's future by clicking on the links below:
Quad Derby - Donations
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Dot and Bubble - Audio Commentary
Scott joins Phil this week to comment on Dot and Bubble, the next in our series of audio commentaries for the last season of Doctor Who, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson.
Phil takes the opportunity to rant about the youth of today and social media, while Scott manages to horrify Phil with tales of a Youtube apology channel.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
73 Yards - Audio Commentary
This week, Phil is joined by Whoovers and Whooverville convention supremo Stephen Hatcher, for an audio commentary for 73 Yards starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson.
Stephen also talks about the Whooverville convention which is now in its 15th year and the financial struggles facing the Quad Derby, the home of Whooverville.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Audio Commentary - Boom
This week Phil is joined by Steven Schapansky of Radio Free Skaro for an audio commentary for Boom, in our continuing series of commentaries for the last season of Doctor Who, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson. This week, the term commentary is loosely applied as this is really two people chatting about Doctor Who with Boom on in the background!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Audio Commentary - The Devil's Chord
We continue our series of audio commentaries for Season 1 of Doctor Who, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson with The Devil's Chord. Will Phil and Paul change their minds about this episode after they reviewed it back in May and will Phil ever get over his dislike of musical numbers?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Audio Commentary - Space Babies
Phil kicks off our season of audio commentaries for Season One of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa, with Space Babies. Scott was due to join Phil to chat through, but as the little chap was unwell, Phil had to fly solo with this one, so expect nothing but negativity all the way through! Well, maybe not all the way through...
Also, the latest Doctor Who news to come out of the Doctor Who panel at San Diego Comic Con.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Doctor Who News Roundup
As the chaps have been neglecting Doctor Who news of late, Phil and Scott decided to dedicate a few minutes to catch up on some of the important news events from the last few weeks, including:
- Season 25 The Collection Blu-Ray
- The 13th Doctor & Yaz arrive on Big Finish
- The Sea Devils spin off
- The final episode of Once and Future featuring Jo Martin
All this and an announcement of what is coming up over the next few weeks on the Who's He? Podcast.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Outland
This time, Phil take a trip down memory lane with Outland, starry Sean Connery. As he remembers how he first came across this space western, Phil also looks at what films heavily influenced this motion picture and whether you should watch those films instead.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Empire of Death
So, we've reached the end of this series of Doctor Who with Empire of Death. But with last weeks cliff hanger with the reveal of Sutekh, does Russell T. Davies stick the landing and deliver a satisfying conclusion? Well, Phil and Paul are somewhat disappointed at what they watched, which leaves them scratching their heads at the point of it all.
They also give their conclusions on the series as a whole, Phil airs his fears on the future of Doctor Who and also quickly talk about the latest Tales of The TARDIS that featured the Pyramids of Mars on BBC4.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Legend of Ruby Sunday
This week Paul and Phil defy the bony hand of death to review The Legend of Ruby Sunday, the penultimate episode of this series of Doctor Who. With an old returning villain as the big bad of this series, and possibly more questions raised than answered, a real thunderstorm occurs during the recording which makes them invoke an old quiz show for protection and then disappear down the swirling vortex of viewing figures.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Rogue
I think we guessed that this weeks episode of Doctor Who, Rogue would be divisive for some. However, what is surprising is that Paul and Phil are divided over their opinions on this story. Phil reveals that he has no soul and has a cold, dead heart while Paul embraces the love on display. But with owl people, a long forgotten Doctor and a love story thrown together into the mix, does the story hang together or is it as threadbare as pair of well worn britches?
Also, the lads pay tribute to William Russell who sadly passed away at the age of 99.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Dot and Bubble
There is a lot to unpack this week as Paul and Phil look at Dot and Bubble, the latest episode of Doctor Who. What on the surface appears to be a story of the dangers of social media, it really is about something much more insidious and lets Phil show his true colours when it come to the rich elite. And influencers. Ok, he doesn't like them.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - 73 Yards
This time Phil and Paul get wrapped up in folk horror with 73 Yards, the latest episode in this series of Doctor Who. But is it folk horror? Is it political satire or is it a time travel story. Well, it's all of the above which leaves Phil scratching his head and continues his stance of being a miserable little podcaster, while Paul as usual is the voice of sanity and just enjoys this weeks episode.
Also, they discuss the news that the last two episodes of this series are heading to UK cinemas, which turns Phil into a red faced gammon.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Boom
After last weeks divisive episodes, Phil and Paul turn their attention to Boom written by Steven Moffat. Does this episode improve on last weeks offering of Doctor Who or does it suffer the excesses of Steven Moffat's writing? With the themes of religion, AI and arms manufacturers featuring heavily in this story, this episode of the podcast decides to use the phrase "hard man stick".
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Space Babies and The Devil's Chord Review
Doctor Who is back on Saturday nights with the first season of Ncuti Gatwa's take on the The Doctor. With two episodes airing this week, Phil and Paul tackle both Space Babies and The Devil's Chord but is this Doctor who as they knew it or have the pair of them finally been left out of the viewing demographic? With comparisons made with The Sarah Jane Adventures and Phil using the word "gurning", perhaps time has been called?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Doctor Who: Let's look to the future
With less than a week to go before Ncuti Gatwa begins his first full series as Doctor Who, Phil and Scott take a look ahead to see if they are excited and looking forward to the new series. But to let you all into a little secret, while Scott is full of youthful enthusiasm and can't wait for the new series to start, Phil is less excited and ponders whether this is where he parts ways with Doctor Who!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Phantasmagoria
Cricket! Gambling! Yes, this episode Phil and Paul enter the world of gentlemen's rooms with Phantasmagoria from Big Finish. In this story featuring Peter Davison as the Doctor and Mark Strickson as Turlough, dodgy playing cards, spirits and a house made of meat is the order of the day. But what did they think of this story that was released when Paul and Phil were both in the twenties? Apart from making them feel old of course!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Introducing the 2nd Doctor
This time Phil and Scott look at how Patrick Troughton was introduced to the world in 1966 with episode one of The Power of The Daleks.
With a new take on the Doctor, how effective was this episode in introducing a new actor to the role and what was the impact this had on the show? Along the way both Phil and Scott take conversational diversions to the BBC Shop, the Children's Film Foundation and Screen Test.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Introducing The First Doctor
In an occasional series, Phil and Scott are discussing the episodes of Doctor Who that introduced us to a new Doctor. And to kick things off, they start right at the very beginning with William Hartnell in An Unearthly Child.
With a lot to set up and with the very first episode being filmed twice, Phil and Scott look at the pilot and the transmitted episodes and how effective were either of them in introducing the Doctor to the world.
Also, in the news, Varada Sethu is officially announced as the 15th Doctor's companion for season 2 and that she will be travelling alongside Millie Gibson!
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Who's He? at The Movies | Night of The Demon
This time Phil takes a look at one of his favourite British horror movies, Night of the Demon starring Dana Andrews.
In a tale of witchcraft, hairy demons and disbelieving square jawed scientists, this M.R. James classic ghost story is bought to the silver screen in a film that Phil has been fascinated with since he was a child.
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Horror of Fang Rock - Review
This episode Phil and Scott settled down to watch the new and shiny version of Horror of Fang Rock from the recent Season 15 blu-ray collection. New effects, screaming ladies and plenty of fog is the order of the day with Tom Baker and Louise Jameson on fine form.
They also go through the number of changes made to the special effects (spoilers ahoy!) and Phil takes Scott through a quick potted history of producer Graham Williams and touches upon how awkward Tom Baker was towards him.
But what's this? The BBC also release a new trailer for the upcoming series of Doctor Who, along with all 8 episode titles. Of course, the lads talk about that as well.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Caves of Androzani
What has taken these two so long to get around to talking about this story? In episode in which Phil has the occasional disagreement with his microphone stand, Paul and he discuss The Caves of Androzani, Peter Davison's final story in the role of the Doctor. While considered an all time classic by just about everyone, will Phil and Paul find fault? And just why didn't the Doctor take his medicine early?
The news is also covered as we get Paul's take on the method in which the new series is being released on iPlayer first and their reaction to Steven Moffat returning to write for Doctor Who.
But they don't talk about the new trailer as this was recorded way in advance of that!
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Review - Flatline
Phil and Scott decided to revisit the Peter Capaldi era of Doctor Who with Flatline, a story that has little bit of significance for Phil as this was the first episode of Doctor Who that he watched with Scott way back in 2014! But how does this story hold up for both of them after all this time and how does Clara's story arc of wanting to be the Doctor feel to them both?
Also, in the news Doctor Who is back on our screens on 11th May but with a twist that will upset purists!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Scott on Target
In between noisy mobile phones and kicking the microphone stand, Scott and Phil spend 30 minutes talking about the Doctor Who Target books that he bought with his pocket money. From Kinda to The Androids of Tara, Scott tells us why he's starting buying these books, whilst Phil tells us his about his relationship with Target books for the umpteenth time.
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Review - The Celestial Toymaker Animation
In a first for this podcast, we attended a world premiere! Yes, Phil & Scott visited the BFI on London's glittering South Bank to watch the freshly animated The Celestial Toymaker, starring William Hartnell, Peter Purves, Jackie Lane and Michael Gough.
In a return to the animation style used for The Web of Fear, fandom was once again up in arms at what was perceived as a step backwards for animating missing episodes. But did that 90 second trailer for The Celestial Toymaker do this project any justice? And how did Phil and Scott feel after they watched all four animated episodes? The answer may surprise you!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast......
Review - Seas of Titan
Paul and Phil listened to Seas of Titan from Big Finish for this episode, starring Christopher Eccleston as the Doctor and this time he's up against the Sea Devils! The lads thought they might be in for treat, but was this a feeling of been there, seen it, done it? A case of deja vu if you will. And this leads them to discuss how easy is it to bring back classic villains in new and interesting ways? But was this a feeling of been there, seen it, done it? A case of deja vu if you will. And what one hit wonder monster would Paul and Phil bring back if it could be done right? But was this a feeling of been there, seen it, done it? A case of deja vu if you will.
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Who's He? at The Movies | The Man Who Haunted Himself
This time Phil looks at The Man Who Haunted Himself starring Roger Moore. Could this be Roger Moores best film and his best performance? In this psychological thriller, Moore plays against type as a man whose life is turned upside down by what he thinks is someone impersonating him, causing him and his friends and family to question his sanity. But the truth is much more terrifying.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Death to the Daleks | Audio Commentary Part 2
This episode, Scott and Phil return with part 2 of their audio commentary for Death to the Daleks which was chosen by our listeners. This time they sat down through the final two episodes of this Jon Pertwee story and gaze in wonder as the Doctor is stopped dead in his tracks by a bathroom floor and Scott starts talking American.
Don't forget to watch along at home!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Death to the Daleks | Audio Commentary Part 1
After putting the vote to our listeners, Phil and Scott sat down to record part one of an audio commentary for Death to the Daleks starring Jon Pertwee as the Doctor with Elisabeth Sladen as Sarah Jane Smith. With the Doctor and Sarah Jane stranded on the planet Exxilon, they stumble across a grumpy Scotsman and a ships captain with an ill fitting wig. And to make matters worse the Daleks turn up as well!
Marvel as Phil tries (and fails) to explain to Scott how the Doctors companions were written in the 1970's, just before Sarah lamps an Exxilon round the lughole with a starting handle and how Phil used to play Doctor Who as a nipper. Oh and Scott does a swear.
Join Phil and Scott next week for part two of the commentary.
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Review - Planet of The Spiders
This time and in a little tribute to the late Richard Franklin, Phil and Paul turn their attention to Planet of The Spiders. Notable for being the story that brings Jon Pertwee's time in the role to a close, it was also the end of an era with the UNIT family finally broken up for good. But just how did a bitter salesman with a lust for power bring about the third Doctor's demise? And Paul explains what hand signals mean to Gareth Hunt.
But before they start on Planet of The Spiders, they also look at all the fuss surrounding Millie Gibson in the press right now and their obsession as to her leaving the role of Ruby Sunday after one season.
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Review - Curiosity Shop
In a cheeky move, Phil drops in a sneaky one man podcast to talk about Curiosity Shop from Big Finish. This audio from a new volume of 11th Doctor stories starring Jacob Dudman as the Doctor, sees the mysterious Mr. Foreman pottering about in his junkyard with a blue box called Barbara. But is he all he seems and why is he interested in hearing stories about the Doctor?
Phil gives a short review on first full audio he has listened to starring Jacob Dudman performing as Matt Smith. However, perhaps he should have listened to this story in the right order as he finds a something troubles him about the Doctors character. But what brightens his day is the presence of the legend that is Derek Griffiths!
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Who's He? at The Movies | Cry of The Banshee
Phil returns to the world of film and horror with 1970's Cry of The Banshee. Starring Vincent Price, this tale of witchcraft in Elizabethan England, seemed to have a lot going for it. But when your lead actor applies generous slices of thick cut ham and your film doesn't actually feature a Banshee, what do you end up with? Listen as Phil takes you on a journey with monsters that have massive hairy heads.
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Happy New Year! This episode Scott and Phil take a look into the future and have a chat about what is coming up in 2024 for Doctor Who, from Ncuti Gatwa's first full series and rumours of a Sea Devil spin off show to Whooverville 15 at the end of August.
Phil also takes a look at the latest DVD release from the Myth Makers team, The Doctors - The Sylvester McCoy Years - Behind the Scenes.
You can purchase the Behind the Scenes DVD from the Time Travel TV website:
The Doctors - The Sylvester McCoy Years - Behind the Scenes
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Review - The Church on Ruby Road
Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson are finally here in their debut episode The Church on Ruby Road and at Christmas as well! So join Phil and Paul as they look at the beginning of this new era of Doctor Who and ponder what would the third Doctor do? And has Phil got over his hatred of musicals? But Paul compares ABBA to goblins and wither the Goblin Teasmade.
We also find out what our listeners think in our feedback section.
And of course, the lads sadly say goodbye to Richard Franklin who passed away on Christmas Day.
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Who's He? TV | Just Like the ones I used to know
Christmas telly eh? Was it really better in the old days? Well, let's find out as Phil is joined by Tyler Adams from Goon Pod as they put together a list of festive TV programmes and films to make up their perfect Christmas Day television.
From Willy Wonka to Smith and Jones, from M.R. James to Victor Meldrew, Tyler and Phil put together an eclectic yuletide TV schedule as they chat about their favourite Christmas TV and Tyler brings along a mysterious programme involving cornflakes.
So sit back and relax in a comfy chair, light the fire and pour yourself a glass of Babycham because this is a long podcast!
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Goon Pod
From all of us here at Who's He?, we hope all of our listeners have a very Merry Christmas!
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The News
The Celestial Toymaker gets animated in a rather confused blu-ray launch and the 15th Doctor's sonic screwdriver is revealed (though screwdriver is pushing it as a description).
Review - The Giggle
Well, we've reached the end of the 60th Anniversary of Doctor Who with The Giggle. But what's this? Neither Phil or Paul could make their minds up? Well, amongst all the similarities between The Toymaker and The Master, the pair of them did actually enjoy the story and the creepy parts involving Stookie Bill and Stookie Susie and the reveal of Ncuti Gatwa minus his trousers. But at the end of the day Phil just doesn't like fun.
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Review - Wild Blue Yonder
We've reached the middle episode of the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary specials and the lads are divided! Phil initally thought he watched the worst ever episode of Doctor Who, while Paul enjoyed it! But after a second watch, did either of them change their mind? And how may salt and mavity effect what it is to come? But while they may be undecided, one thing they could agree on was the final appearance of the mighty Bernard Cribbins.
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Review - The Star Beast
It's finally here! Yes, Doctor Who is back with the first of the 60th Anniversary specials, The Star Beast. So sit back as Paul and Phil get to grips with the return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate and a shiny new TARDIS interior. Oh and heavy breathing on the new theme tune.
And of course this being new Doctor Who, we also have the listeners views on this special in our feedback section.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Happy 60th Anniversary Doctor Who
It's Doctor Who's 60th Anniversary and so to celebrate this momentous occasion, Phil takes a walk down memory lane and chats about his relationship with Doctor Who. How he found his Doctor, why he fell out of love with the show in the 1980's and how he returned to the show once again and never looked back.
Yes, this one is a video also released on our Youtube channel.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Doctor Who - The Anniversary Specials | The Day of The Doctor
We finish our look back at Doctor Who anniversary specials of years gone by with the 50th anniversary special, The Day of The Doctor. Not only do Phil and Paul look back fondly at the 50th anniversary and the excitement and anticipation that went with it 10 years ago, they also decided to read the Target novelisation of this story. With the television script and the novel being written by Steven Moffat, the lads were expecting something brilliant.
What you will listen to on this podcast may well divide opinion but Phil and Paul were both in complete agreement about the Target novel and the TV version. But what is this alignment of opinion, which way does it go? You know what's coming next..... listen to find out!
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Review - Destination: Skaro
Scott and Phil decided to sit down for ten minutes or so to talk about the Doctor Who Children in Need Special, Destination: Skaro and also take a look at Doctor Who: Unleashed where Russell T. Davies has most likely set fandom alight with his new look Davros! But what did the boys think of it all? Listen to find out!
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The News
Phil and Scott try to go through all the latest Doctor Who news in the run up to the 60th Anniversary with the launch of the Whoniverse on the BBC iPlayer, The Daleks in colour, confirmation of when the specials will air and much more!
Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner
It's been a while since any nice rumours were floating about but this time there are two! Have two missing episodes been found and is Paul McGann finally getting his own series on TV as the eighth Doctor? Scott and Phil mull this over and keep their fingers crossed!
Tales of The TARDIS
With the launch of the Whoniverse comes Tales of The TARDIS. This brand new material bookending classic Doctor Who stories featuring classic Doctors and companions has certainly caught the publics imagination. So Phil and Scott try to explain what this is all about and attempt to select their favourite tales. Along the way Phil's memory fails him on more than one occasion, which a memory TARDIS would kick him out for.
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...that make a small portion of the world cry
This episode Phil takes a dive into the world of the Doctor Who novelty record. From spending Christmas Day with a Dalek to Jon Pertwee reciting verse along to the Doctor Who theme tune, Phil finds a strange world where hip and groovy meets cheesy and how an effort to save Doctor Who from cancellation ended up as one of the biggest musical travesties ever conceived.
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Who's He? at The Movies | Halloween
As Halloween draws near, Phil decided to take a look at John Carpenter's 1978 slasher film, Halloween. This is the film that started all those horror movie tropes, the unstoppable monster and the final girl. But after all this time, is it still effective as a horror film or has time and the countless sequels and imitators lessened its impact?
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The News
Phil and Paul catch up on the latest news including the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary concert and their thoughts on the new theme tune from Murray Gold. But of course, the big news is that all Doctor Who is finally coming to the BBC iPlayer. However, all is not what it seems as owing to a licensing dispute, An Unearthly Child will not be included! Phil and Paul discuss the furore over this.
Review - Voyage to the New World
It's Big Finish time! And this time the lads elected to listen to Voyage to the New World, starring Colin Baker as the Doctor and Christopher Benjamin and Trevor Baxter as Jago and Litefoot. This story sees the TARDIS materialize in the past, and the Doctor's companions, Professor Litefoot and Henry Gordon Jago, find themselves prisoners of the natives in the New World.
But there's something strange here - stranger than even the colonists, led by Englishman John White.
What are the ghostly children? And who is the Old Man of Croaton?
Phil and Paul remain somewhat confused by this audio play and that's not including whether this is part of the Jago & Litefoot range or the Sixth Doctor range?!? But how does the Jago & Litefoot double act hold up in this story set during the colonisation of America?
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Who's He? at The Movies | The Last Voyage of The Demeter
This episode, Phil casts his eye over The Last Voyage of The Demeter, a take on a single chapter from Bram Stokers novel Dracula.
Telling the story or filling in the blanks of what happened on Dracula's voyage to the UK, this attempt to breathe live into the Dracula legend takes certain liberties with the text. But is it full of bite or is like a toothless vampire and sucks?
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Who's He? TV | Ahsoka
Now that the recent Star Wars series Ahsoka has just finished airing on Disney Plus, Phil decided to sit down and record his views on this continuation of a Star Wars animated series that may just leave the casual viewer scratching their heads.
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Doctor Who - The Anniversary Specials | Dimensions in Time
In their look back at Doctor Who anniversary specials of years gone by, Phil and Scott have now reached the 30th Anniversary of the show with Dimensions in Time. This 1993 tie into the BBC's annual charity fundraiser Children in Need, sees the Rani attempt to capture all the incarnations of the Doctor for reasons unclear on the set of the BBC soap opera Eastenders. Cue pointless 3D, unconnected scenes cobbled together as a story and an awful early 90's techno rendition of the Doctor Who theme tune.
But after Phil explains to Scott the reasons for the actors doing this for no money and Scott trying to pronounce Keff McCulloch, did either of them find any redeeming features amongst this disappointing mess?
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Who's He? At The Movies | Dredd
Following on from Phil's look at 1995's Judge Dredd, this time Phil looks at 2012's Dredd starring Karl Urban. Was this the film that Judge Dredd fans were waiting for and did it banish the memory of Sylvester Stallone's helmetless take on Mega City One's finest?
But importantly, why did this film fail at the box office and what is the future for Ol' Stony Face on the big screen?
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Doctor Who Trailer Reaction
In this short podcast, Scott and Phil decided to sit down and quickly record their reaction to the brand spanking new trailer for the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary specials due to air in November.
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Review - The Mind Robber
In "The Mind Robber," the TARDIS is forced off course into a dimension of fiction. The Doctor (played by Patrick Troughton) and his companions, Jamie and Zoe, find themselves in a mysterious white void. They encounter various fictional characters and creatures from different literary works, including Medusa, Rapunzel and Gulliver and discover they all being manipulated by The Master (not that one).
Yes, come and join Phil and Paul in the Land of Fancy, er... I mean Fiction where all things are possible if the budget allows it. Our intrepid reviewing duo tackle the televised and written formats of this story and while they find a few minor differences, what did this story really add up to? But most of all, please believe in us otherwise we will cease to exi............
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Doctor Who - The Anniversary Specials | Silver Nemesis
In this story celebrating the 25th anniversary of Doctor Who, the Doctor and Ace face off against the Doctors old enemies the Cybermen (complete with a shiny chrome overhaul), a group of Neo Nazi's fronted by Anton Diffring (who looks like he would rather be somewhere else) and an old enemy of the Doctors, Lady Peinforte, who are all after an ancient Timelord weapon made of living metal.
Scott and Phil sit down on sweltering September evening and chew the fat over this dissappointing celebratory story that features scenes that end abrubtly, a flimsy bow and has the dubious honour of making the Cybermen totally useless and defeating them with chocolate coins is the order of the day.
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Whooverville 14 Report
Live from their room in the Premier Inn Derby, Phil and Scott provide a run down of their day at Whooverville 14, the Doctor Who convention held in the Quad in Derby.
After spending the day in the company of Sylvester McCoy, Sophie Aldred, Paul McGann and many others, our podcasting pair tell of being part of a Myth Makers recording, being interviewed on film and to Scott's surprise being photo bombed by the 7th Doctor!
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News Catchup
In a shorter than usual episode, Phil and Scott (what's happened to Paul?) sit down and go through the latest Doctor Who news in which The Underwater Menace gets the animated treatment in time for the 60th Anniversary and series 1 -4 will be remastered for another bluray release.
Omega's Tat Corner
In tat news, Character Toys announce three new action figure sets featuring Richard Hurndall as the 1st Doctor and a different take on the 6th Doctors coat.
Mini Review | The Doctors - The Colin Baker Years - Behind The Scenes
Phil reviews the latest 2 disc DVD release from Reeltime Pictures which features 6 interviews with various Doctor Who alumni who contributed to the Colin Baker era of Doctor Who.
The Doctors - The Colin Baker Years - Behind The Scenes can be ordered via the Time Travel TV website.
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Scott's Short Reviews - Invasion of The Dinosaurs
The Doctor and Sarah Jane arrive on Earth in the midst of the chaos and begin investigating the cause of temporal disturbances that make dinosaurs appear on the streets of London. They discover that a group of scientists, led by the renegade scientist Professor Whitaker, are behind the scheme. They are using a device called the "time reversal" to bring dinosaurs to the present day, with the intention of "cleansing" the Earth by erasing the technological advancements that they believe have led to its decline.
Join a very tired Scott as he takes a video diary approach to reviewing this story and what will he make of those dinosaurs?
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Doctor Who - The Anniversary Specials | The Five Doctors
This feature length episode of Doctor Who bought back the previous actors (well 2 of them anyway!) who had played the Doctor to join Peter Davison to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the show. In a tale of forbidden knowledge and power being sought on Gallifrey, just who is taking various incarnations of the Doctor out of time and dropping them into the Death Zone on Gallifrey to play the game of Rassilon?
Once again Phil and Scott sit down to discuss this celebratory story which sees Scott ask just what is canon before moving onto even pithier questions on the topic of the Raston Warrior Robots butt cheeks.
This episode has also been released to celebrate Doctor Who Podcast Day!
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Review - Smile
This episode Phil is joined by Iain Martin from the All of Time and Space and Strangers in Space podcasts, where they chat about perhaps creating an Inspector Morse podcast before the thought of Laurence Fox puts them off, footballers perms, methods of writing a book and what it would be like to watch Doctor Who as a 10 year old again.
Oh and they also chat about Smile starring Peter Capaldi and Pearl Mackie.
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Scott's Short Reviews - Animal
Margrave University in 2001, and Raine Creevy is enjoying her first trip into the future.
For the Doctor, there are mysteries to solve: what are the alien creatures imprisoned in the science labs? And what are the true motives of the student Scobie and his followers?
With enemies on all sides, the Doctor teams up with his old friend Brigadier Bambera and the forces of UNIT in a battle for the future of the whole world.
Scott flies solo this episode and records his thoughts on Animal from Big Finish featuring his favourite Doctor and companion, the 7th Doctor and Ace.
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The News
The Fourteenth Doctor's new sonic screwdriver is announced via a very flashy trailer, Season 20 of Doctor Who gets the blu ray collection treatment and the 60th Anniversary Specials are being novelised via the medium of Target Books.
Review - Masters of War
Just for a change Phil and Paul have a listen to Masters of War, part of the Doctor Who Unbound series of audio stories from Big Finish. In this "what if" scenario, The Doctor (played by David Warner) and his travelling companion Brigadier Alistair Gordon Lethbridge-Stewart land the TARDIS on Skaro and find that the Daleks have subjugated the Thals and the Doctor sets out to help them fight back. However not everything on Skaro is as it seems.
How will Phil and Paul react to a story that is not (gasp!) canon? Will David Warner live up to Paul's lofty expectations? And will Phil get his in his impression of a spaced out Mr. Burns? Listen to find out if any of this is true!
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Review - The Faceless Ones
The TARDIS lands at Gatwick Airport in the 1960s, and the Doctor and his companions discover that some young people have gone missing under mysterious circumstances. The investigation leads them to Chameleon Tours and they uncover a fiendish plot to kidnap the youth of Britain!!
This unplanned podcast finds Phil and Scott chatting about The Faceless Ones starring Patrick Troughton as the Doctor. This is Scotts first animated story and his first Troughton story so there was a lot to discuss! This story is also notable for the departure of Ben and Polly from the TARDIS and both Phil and Scott reckon they have improved on part of episode six by creating their first Doctor Who reconstruction!
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Doctor Who | The Anniversary Specials | The Three Doctors
As 2023 is the year of Doctor Who's 60th Anniversary, join Phil and a returning Scott as they chat about the first of the Doctor Who Anniversary Specials, The Three Doctors.
Starring Jon Pertwee, Patrick Troughton and William Hartnell, energy emanating from a black hole targets UNIT headquarters searching for the 3rd Doctor. With this energy also threatening the Time Lords and the universe itself, the Time Lords send the 1st and 2nd Doctors to assist and discover the threat is from Omega, a long thought dead Time Lord who now exists in an anti-matter realm and is now hell bent on revenge.
During their discussion, Scott raises the subject of what happened to the Brigadier in this story and his dislike of CSO, before going off on a tangent on animated stories and Phil gives thanks to this story for contributing to the Who's He? Podcast.
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Review - The God Complex
In this episode, the Doctor, played by Matt Smith, along with his companions Amy Pond (Karen Gillan) and Rory Williams (Arthur Darvill), arrive at a mysterious hotel that seems to be a trap for unsuspecting victims. Each room in the hotel contains the worst fears of the people who enter them, and the fears manifest as a creature that eventually kills them.
To chat about this story, Phil is joined by Mark Cockram from the All Of Time and Space Podcast to chat about this story that Mark chose for discussion. Obviously they get the chills about those damn ventriloquist dolls but for some reason the word "sexy" is used a couple of times for no apparent reason.
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The News
In a surprise announcement, Bonnie Langford returns to our screens as Melanie Bush in the next series of Doctor Who and in other casting news, Lenny Rush is cast as Morris which sets Phil off rambling about the Doctor Who Marvel comics.
Omega's Tat Corner
This time Paul finds some pinball tat that makes their pair of them wistful about the amusement arcades of their youth, playing their favourite games and avoiding dirty old men.
Review - The Brain of Morbius
In the story, the Doctor and Sarah Jane arrive on the planet Karn, which is inhabited by the Sisterhood of Karn. The Sisterhood possesses the Elixir of Life, a powerful substance that can extend a person's lifespan which they have been guarding for centuries. However, they have a longstanding conflict with the Time Lords of Gallifrey, who have forbidden the use of the elixir. On Karn, the Doctor encounters the mad scientist Mehendri Solon, who is obsessed with creating a new body for the brain of the evil Time Lord Morbius.
As Phil and Paul discuss this classic Doctor Who serial and the differences between the TV and novelised versions, the subject of Brains Faggots is raised and Phil creates a new corn based snack, "Terrance Dicks Sticks".
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Who's He? At The Movies | Judge Dredd
Judge Dredd, portrayed by Sylvester Stallone, is a highly skilled and respected law enforcement officer in Mega-City One, a massive city that spans the entire eastern seaboard of the United States. Dredd is framed for a crime he did not commit and is sentenced to life imprisonment. However, he manages to escape and goes on a mission to clear his name and bring the true culprits to justice.
Phil takes a look at this 1995 effort of bringing Mega City One's finest to the big screen and also takes a trip down memory lane as to how hyped he was back in the day and how disappointed he was after.
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The News
In a move that surprised no-one, Murray Gold returns to Doctor Who, Ncuti Gatwa's 15th Doctor appears to be getting a new costume each episode, more casting news from the world of muscal theatre which Phil and Paul to wonder if the dreaded musical episode is finally happening in Doctor Who!
Review - Dust Breeding
In this audio drama from Big Finish, the Doctor and his companion Ace become embroiled in a mystery involving a group of artists, a missing painting, and a sinister force that seems to be taking control of people's minds and an old adversary of the Doctor makes an unwelcome return.
Phil and Paul have a chat about this rather enjoyable story that features Sylvester McCoy and Sophie Aldred firing on all cylinders in a story that mixes the world of art with science fiction.
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Who's He? At The Movies | High Plains Drifter
In Phil's first look at a movie for a very long time, he picked 1973's High Plains Drifter starring Clint Eastwood.
The story follows a mysterious stranger, who arrives in the small town of Lago, situated in the high plains of the American west. The townspeople are terrorised by a gang of outlaws who are due to be released from prison soon, and they hire the Stranger to protect them.
But this movie is western with a supernatural twist and turns the pioneering west on its head.
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Who's He? TV The Mandalorian | Season 3 | Chapter 24 | The Return
The finale of this season of The Mandalorian is here and was it worth the wait? In an episode that puts Din Djarin and Grogu back at the centre of the action, Bo-Katan and the Mandalorians launch their assault to retake Mandalore from Moff Gideon. However, Moff Gideon's plan is revealed as his cloning experiments are finally exposed and it leads to a showdown between our heroes and the Empire.
So does this episode wrap things up nicely or does it leave Phil feeling somewhat disappointed? Listen to find out!
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Who's He? TV The Mandalorian | Season 3 | Chapter 23 | The Spies
Things have certainly kicked up a gear in this episode of The Mandalorian, with an uneasy alliance between Mandalorian tribes read to retake Mandalore and Grogu now driving IG-11! But with Moff Gideon back on the scene, will our heroes walk into a trap and just who are the spies of the title?
Phil wonders if all of this is too little too late and also wonders if this season will end on a cliff hanger?
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Tales of Old Podcasts - Part 3
Phil is joined one last time by J.R. Southall from the Strangers In Space podcast in part 3 of their discussion on podcasting.
This time, both Phil and J.R. finally get around to discussing in greater detail the reasons why they decided to produce different content other than about Doctor Who for their respective podcasts, give their tips on how to start a podcast and of course the conversation goes in different directions before coming back on topic!
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Strangers in Space
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Who's He? TV The Mandalorian | Season 3 | Chapter 22 | Guns For Hire
In this episode of The Mandalorian, Din and Bo-Katan get sidetracked solving a droid mystery instigated by Lizzo and Jack Black and Christopher Lloyd pops up as this weeks villain! Oh and Grogu becomes a Knight for no apparent reason.
Yes, in a bizarre episode full of celebrity cameos, Phil wonders what the point to all of this was but does pull a smug face when his theory of who owns the Dark Sabre is proven right!
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The News
Phil and Paul cast their eye over what Doctor Who news they have missed over the last few weeks. There is series 14 casting news with Jinkx Monsoon cast in an as of yet unspecified role and a new 60th Anniversary multimedia event called Doom's Day has been released which leaves both Phil and Paul cold.
Omega's Tat Corner
In a long overdue return to the corner of tat, it's more 60th Anniversary news with Stieff releasing a special First Doctor teddy bear that you would have to sell a kidney for if you wanted to buy it!
Review - Four to Doomsday
"Four to Doomsday" is the second serial of the 19th season of the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. It originally aired on BBC One in four weekly parts from 18 January to 8 February 1982. The serial features the Fifth Doctor (played by Peter Davison) and his companions Tegan, Nyssa, and Adric. The Doctor and his companions arrive on a spaceship heading to Earth, where they discover the ship's crew and passengers are actually from different eras and planets. They are being controlled by the Monarch, an advanced and manipulative alien who plans to use the humans to repopulate his own race and conquer the universe. The Doctor and his companions must stop the Monarch's plans before it's too late.
Well, Phil and Paul aren't too enthused about this story and were hoping the Target novelisation would save the day but unfortunately this was not be! However, the pair of them get into conversation about the crowded TARDIS and just how much the TARDIS crew want to punch Adric!
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Who's He? TV The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 14 | Tipping Point
We are nearly at the end of this season of The Bad Batch and this episode, we find Crosshair at the mercy of the sinister Dr. Hemlock who has an unhealthy interest in clones and will the Bad Batch settle down for the quiet life on Pabu or once again be drawn back into the fight?
Phil ponders all of this and more!
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The Mandalorian | Chapter 20 | The Foundling
This week we see Grogu start his Mandalorian training, Bo-Katan appears to be following the way and a daring rescue is carried out by the Children of The Watch to rescue one of their own. We also see Grogu having a flashback to how he survived Order 66 with the help of a surprise guest star.
But is all this leading anywhere and when will this seasons antagonist show their face?
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418 Tales of Old Podcasts - Part 2
Phil is joined once again by J.R. Southall from the Strangers in Space podcast in part 2 of their discussion on podcasting. This time, they discuss listening figures for which J.R. presents some surprising statistics and they also touch upon branching out into Youtube, where Phil lets slip OnlyFans gave him an idea!
Part 3 of this conversation will be out in 2 weeks time!
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Who's He? TV The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 13 | Pabu
In an episode where not much happens, the Bad Batch find refuge on an idyllic planet and help fellow refugees from a natural disaster. But Phil finds plenty to enjoy!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? TV The Mandalorian | Season 3 | Chapter 19 | The Convert
It's the third episode of this season of The Mandalorian and perhaps this time it's not so much "this is the way" and more "we've lost our way"? In a divisive episode, Phil tries to make sense of what he watched!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Who's He? TV The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 12 | The Outpost - Review
In this, the latest episode of Who's He? TV, Phil reviews The Outpost the latest episode of The Bad Batch. And what a difference a week makes. After what seemed an eternity, Crosshair makes his return to the show and in a Bad Batchless story, shows the decline of the clone army.
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Who's He? TV The Mandalorian | Season 3 | Chapter 18 | The Mines of Mandalore - Review
In this episode of Who's He? TV, Phil looks at the latest episode of The Mandalorian, The Mines of Mandalore. And in what he feels is rushed episode plot wise, Phil also picks up on a couple of plot conveniences and what is the deal with the Dark Sabre?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Tales of Old Podcasts - Part 1
In the first part of special podcast, Phil is joined by J. R. Southall from the Strangers in Space podcast to chat about things podcast. Why did they start podcasting, what were their intentions and how much has podcasting changed in the last decade? And Phil provides an arduous example of how corporations can sometimes ruin an amateur past time!
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https://strangersinspace.libsyn.com/
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Doctor Who: Peter Cushing and The Daleks
In this podcast, Phil is joined by an old friend of the show, Jim Cameron from the Krynoid Podcast and the Mutoid Podcast to chat about both Peter Cushing Dalek movies, Dr. Who and The Daleks and Daleks Invasion Earth 2150 AD.
Both of them scratch their heads and try and remember when they first saw these films and Jim reminds Phil of his dislike of Michael Winner.
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In this edition of Who's He? TV......
Who's He? TV - The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 11 | Metamorphosis
It's another week and another episode of The Bad Batch on Disney Plus. And this time, Phil is pleasantly surprised when the story takes another turn and steps up a gear from previous weeks.
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In this edition of Who's He? TV....
Who's He? TV - The Mandalorian| Chapter 17 | The Apostate
This episode it's the return of The Mandalorian on Disney Plus but has it been worth the wait? Phil casts his eye over Din Djarin and Grogus' return and does missing The Book of Boba Fett make this new season confusing?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
The lads catch up on a couple of items of news with the announcement of season 9 as the latest Doctor Who The Collection blu ray boxset and the rumblings that a partner has been found to continue with animating missing episodes.
Review - Invaders From Mars
Phil and Paul take a look at Invaders From Mars from Big Finish starring Paul McGann and India Fisher. With bad Noo Yoik accents all round, there is much to enjoy in this comedic alien invasion story that manages to weave in Orson Welles classic 1938 broadcast of The War of The Worlds, Nazis and Russian spies! All this and Phil manages to destroy Siri!
Also in this episode, Scott gives us a short take on the Sylvester McCoy era!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Star Wars | The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 10 | Retrieval - Review
Is this the episode of The Bad Batch that finally breaks Phil? It certainly looks that way as he dejectedly pulls apart this episode for treading water and treating our lead characters as clots!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
BONUS: Star Wars | The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 9 | The Crossing - Review
Phil casts a critical eye over the latest episode of The Bad Batch and comes to the conclusion that one character needs to go for the sake of the season!
#starwars #disneyplus #thebadbatch
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
BONUS: Star Wars | The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episodes 7 & 8 Review
Disney Plus surprised Phil with a double episode drop which sees this season get back on track with the main story arc of the Clone Army being decommissioned.
#starwars #disneyplus #thebadbatch
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Malcolm Hulke
This episode, Phil is joined by Michael Herbert who has contributed a chapter on Malcolm Hulke to the book Survival TV which is dedicated to science fiction TV of the 1970's.
They discuss the various contributions that Malcom Hulke made to not just Doctor Who but TV in general and how long Michael has been a fan of Doctor Who.
You can purchase Survival TV from Amazon UK by clicking on the link below:
Survival TV Link
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Star Wars | The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 6 | Tribe - Review
This week Phil returns once again to Star Wars: The Bad Batch with a look at Tribe that has Wookies. Everything is better with Wookies.
#starwars #thebadbatch #disneyplus
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
BONUS: Star Wars| The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 5 | Entombed - Review
Phil looks at Entombed, the latest episode of The Bad Batch and comes away feeling very disappointed with another story that treads water and filled him with boredom!
#starwars #thebadbatch #disneyplus #cloneforce99
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
Phil and Paul have a look at recent casting announcements for series 14 of Doctor Who, they ponder Disneys involvement with the show and what was Paul's reaction to the new series being 8 episodes long? This leads them down conversational cul de sacs where they talk about Come Dancing hosted by old BBC Radio 2 DJ's and Phil wants Doctor Who back on Saturday nights!
Review - Carnival of Monsters
This month, the lads look at Carnival of Monsters starring Jon Pertwee and Katy Manning. In a story they both love, they draw comparisons between the Target novelisation and the televised version and also try to decide which Tory politicians fit the characters of Kalik, Orum and Pletrac.
We also apologise for the audio quality of this episode and the noise Phil's cat Spike was making!
#doctorwho #carnivalofmonsters #BBC #jonpertwee #katymanning #whoshepodcast
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Spin Offs
In this episode Phil is joined by an old friend of the show, Martyn Havell from the Bad Wilf and Running Down Corridors podcasts, who sit down to chat about Doctor Who spin offs and also what spin offs they would have liked to see now and also what spin offs they could have done in the past.
Along the way they get sidetracked and talk about the John Barrowman incident, how he can never return to Torchwood and was the social media outrage justified?
You can listen to the Bad Wilf and Running Down Corridoors podcasts by following the link below:
www.badwilf.com
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
BONUS: Star Wars: The Bad Batch - Faster Review
It's another episode of The Bad Batch and as Phil begins to lament a filler episode this week, he realises that all is not what it seems in this light hearted story that sows the seeds of doubt in the minds of Clone Force 99.
#StarWars #TheBadBatch #DisneyPlus #Faster
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast......
Review: Star Wars | The Bad Batch | Season 2 | Episode 3 | The Solitary Clone
Phil returns once again to Star Wars with his reaction to The Solitary Clone, the 3rd episode of Season Two of The Bad Batch. This time we see Crosshair join forces with an old friend from Revenge of The Sith which leaves both of them questioning who they are.
#starwars #disneyplus #thebadbatch #thesolitaryclone
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Star Wars | The Bad Batch Season 2 Episodes 1 & 2 Review
Yes, it's more Star Wars content from Disney as this week saw the release of Season 2 of The Bad Batch. Phil sat down to look at the first 2 episodes but could he see what was going on and did he put his phone down long enough to bother?
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
Phil and Scott discuss the Doctor Who news that they have missed over the last few weeks, in which Disney has the streaming rights for Doctor Who and how Britbox has the opposite and the new costume for Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor is revealed.
Phil & Scott's Favourite Christmas Specials
For this years Christmas podcast, Phil and Scott select their favourite Doctor Who Christmas Special. After much mulling over and research (yeah, right!) Scott goes for The Christmas Invasion from 2005 and forgets to put his teeth in and Phil selects the 2012 Christmas special The Snowmen and discusses why the Victorian era Clara Oswald would have made a better companion than modern era Clara!
We would like to wish all of our listeners a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Andor Review Episodes 11-12
Phil finally reaches the end of watching Andor on Disney Plus and for him the penny has now dropped! But in what way? Did he end up loving this series or did it drop harder than that Wampa's arm that Luke Skywalker cut off?
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Andor Review - Episodes 7-10
This time Phil looks over Andor episodes 7 -10 airing on Disney Plus. Has Phil finally found his groove with this series and will the presence of Andy Serkis bring him around to enjoying this sci-fi spy thriller? Watch to find out!
Originally released on 11/11/22
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The Rings of Power Review Episodes 5 - 8
This episode Phil looks at episodes 5 to 8 of The Rings of Power from Amazon Video. Is this series impressing Phil or is he still feeling this missing the mark somewhat? Watch to find out!
Originally released on 03/11/22
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Andor Review - Episodes 4-6
This time Phil talks about episodes 4, 5 and 6 of Andor which is currently airing on Disney Plus. Has Phil finally understood what this programme is about and who it is meant to appeal to? Is this Star Wars as we know it or something else entirely? Watch to find out!
Originally released on 15/10/22
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Where Eagles Dare - Review
In this episode Phil talks about one of his favourite movies, Where Eagles Dare starring Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood and takes a trip memory lane to Christmas 1979 to when he first saw this movie classic.
Originally released on 11/10/22
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Andor - Review Episodes 1-3
In this episode, Phil takes a look at Andor, the latest live action Star Wars series to air on Disney Plus. Does he think this is a worthy addition to the Star Wars universe or does it suffer from the perceived mistakes made with the Boba Fett and Obi Wan series?
Originally released on 23/09/22
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The Rings of Power - Review Episodes 1-4
This episode Phil casts his eye over the first four episodes of Amazon Prime's The Rings of Power. In a series that was debated long before any footage was aired, has it been worth the wait? And does a Lord of the Rings series feel epic enough on the small screen?
Originally released on 18/09/22
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Prey - Review
In this first non Doctor Who related video, Phil takes a look at Prey the latest movie in the Predator franchise and compares it to the other sequels and also provides a brief history lesson in the bargain!
Originally released on 27/08/22
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast..... Review - Temporal Log Book III: Changed Lives
Phil reviews Temporal Log Book III: Changed Lives from Penciltip Publishing, a collection of Doctor Who short stories with all proceeds going to Settled, helping to home displaced EU citizens in the UK.
The Jodie Whittaker Era
Joining Phil for this discussion are old friends of the show, Radio Free Skaro's Steven Schapansky and Verity's Erika Ensign. During their discussion, they touch on subjects such as what did they think of the Jodie Whittaker era and did it live up to their expectations and why did fandom split itself apart on the casting news? Whatever the discussion bought up, a fun time was had by all, especially as the conversation reminded Phil of Lenny Henry running around Catford shopping centre handing out doughnuts!
Links:
Settled website
Buy Temporal Log Book III: Changed Lives
Radio Free Skaro website
Verity! website
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The Power of The Doctor - Review
Yes, the time is here to say goodbye to the 13th Doctor and Jodie Whittaker in The Power of The Doctor. With Scott filling in for Paul who has got the lurgi, he joins Phil in chatting about the 13th Doctors final story. A story that was full to the brim of nostalgia that warmed the cockles of Phil's heart but was it any good as a fitting send off for Jodie Whittaker?
The News
Russell T. Davies lets us know just where David Tennant and Ncuti Gatwa fit in to the numbering of Doctors and Doctor Who will be streaming on Disney Plus!
Omega's Stats Corner
Yes, they've got the stats very badly as Phil trots out the overnight viewing figures and AI scores for The Power of The Doctor which no-one really cares about!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The Power of The Doctor - Predictions
In this episode Phil and Scott spend a few minutes discussing their predictions for The Power of The Doctor, which is due to air in a weeks time. During the course of their conversation, Phil has a senior moment trying to remember Sacha Dawan's name, while Scott struggles to say Curator!
And of course with Scott about, the conversation goes off topic into the future of Doctor Who itself and he also poses random questions to Phil!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Loups Garoux Review
This episode, Phil and Paul plugged in their headphones and listened to Loups Garoux from Big Finish starring Peter Davison and Mark Strickson. In this tale of werewolves and mind forests, our intrepid reviewing duo get their teeth into this story and claw their way (no more werewolf puns, I promise) through a review that surprised the pair of them!
But before this discussion, they briefly touched upon the fact that The Power of the Doctor is due to air soon and there is no promotion from the BBC! What is going on? Though knowing Phil and Paul's luck by the time this episode goes to air, the announcement will be out!
PS. The BBC did catch them out, The Power of The Doctor is out on 23rd October!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podast....
The News
William Hartnell's 2nd season of Doctor Who is getting the blu-ray boxset treatment and we find out (sort of) when the Jodie Whittakers swansong as the Doctor in the centenary special.
Whooverville Convention Report
Scott and Phil attended the Whooverville Convention at the Quad Derby on 3rd September and in what was Scotts first Whooverville and Doctor Who convention. And a great time was had by both of them, so as soon as they got back to their hotel room, Phil switched on his portable mic and recorded their thoughts on their day out.
Don't forget, Whooverville 14 is on 2nd September 2023!!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podast....
The News
William Hartnell's 2nd season of Doctor Who is getting the blu-ray boxset treatment and we find out (sort of) when the Jodie Whittakers swansong as the Doctor in the centenary special.
Whooverville Convention Report
Scott and Phil attended the Whooverville Convention at the Quad Derby on 3rd September and in what was Scotts first Whooverville and Doctor Who convention. And a great time was had by both of them, so as soon as they got back to their hotel room, Phil switched on his portable mic and recorded their thoughts on their day out.
Don't forget, Whooverville 14 is on 2nd September 2023!!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Fear Her - Audio Commentary
In this episode Phil thought he would revisit Fear Her from 2006 starring David Tennant and Billie Piper, just to see if he had changed his mind about this episode of Doctor Who that he just didn't care for back in the day. So sit back and find out if Phil is still an old curmudgeon or has he turned into a big old softy that feels the love?
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
This episode they discuss tnews that the mighty David Warner and Bernard Cribbins have both sadly passed away and leads Phil and Paul down memory lane.
Review - The Space Museum
This episode Phil and Paul chose to discuss the William Hartnell story The Space Museum in both it's televisual and written formats. And what a struggle this one was! An excellent premise wasted, with some of the dullest antagonists committed to Doctor Who and Paul finds a massive plot hole which would have wrapped up the story at episode 2!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner
As there is no news to spreak of, it's a return to the realms of rumour!! This time the lads discuss just who is Neil Patrick Harris playing in the 60th anniversary special and location photos of a certain Star Beast that Phil has to educate Paul on. They also go off tangent while discussing fickle fandom which ends up with Phil getting wistful for BBC Radio 2 of the 1970's.
Review - Terror Firma
After what seems like an eternity, Paul selected a Paul McGann Big Finish story to review, Terror Firma. In a tale that features Davros being driven more mad than usual, Daleks, Charley Pollard and C'Rizz and companions of the Doctor that even he didn't know he had, the lads ended up confused by it all and left them wondering one thing - is the first Paul McGann story they didn't enjoy? Listen to find out!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Revenge of The Slitheen - Commentary
In this episode Scott suggested that they do something a bit different for the podcast and suggested a commentary for The Sarah Jane Adventures. So Scott picked Revenge of The Slitheen to watch and while Phil wasn't too keen (he doesn't like the Slitheen!), Scott gets quite into it by breaking wind and stinking the room out which is a first for the podcast!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Interview with Sylvester McCoy
This episode we bring you the last of our exclusive interviews recorded in 2016 at the Science of the Timelords convention held at the National Space Centre in Leicester.
And we are rounding off this series of interviews with the 7th Doctor himself, Sylvester McCoy!
The interview was conducted by Jon-Michael Lindsey and we thank him and the convention organisers for recording this interview especially for this podcast.
Please don't forget to visit the National Space Centre in Leicester by booking your tickets on the link below:
National Space Centre
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... The News
Well, it's not really the news, this is Paul's chance to air his views on the return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate to Doctor Who and also what he thought of Legend of The Sea Devils! Then Phil and Paul's conversation turns to what might happen in the 60th anniversary year?
Review - Enlightenment
Phil and Paul finally get around to discussing Enlightenment, the final part of The Black Guardian Trilogy from 1983. It's been a long time since either of them watched this but they found a lot to enjoy in an unusual story from that period of Doctor Who. And of course they discuss the acting talents of Leeeeeeeeeeeeeee John!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Interview with Sophie Aldred
This episode we pleased to bring you this exclusive interview with Doctor Who legend Sophie Aldred, recorded in 2016 at the Science of the Timelords convention held at the National Space Centre in Leicester.
The interview was conducted by Jon-Michael Lindsey and we thank him and the convention organisers for recording this interview especially for this podcast.
Please don't forget to visit the National Space Centre in Leicester by booking your tickets on the link below:
National Space Centre
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
After the big announcement of Ncuti Gatwa cast as the next Doctor, the news broke that David Tennant and Catherine Tate are also back, Yasmin Finney is cast as a new "Rose" and Doctor Who: Time Fracture is closing 3 months early!
Review - Out of Time
Scott wanted to do his first Big Finish review, so he chose Out of Time starring David Tennant and Tom Baker. Featuring the Daleks and cathedral that exists outside of history, what did Scott and Phil think of this Doctor Who mash up? Listen to find out!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Interview with Katy Manning
This episode we are very pleased to bring you this never heard before interview with Doctor Who royalty Katy Manning, recorded at the Science of The Timelords Convention held at the National Space Centre in Leicester in 2016.
The interview was conducted by Jon-Michael Lindsey and we thank him and the convention organisers for allowing us to share the interview.
Please visit the National Space Centre in Leicester by booking your tickets by clicking on the link below:
National Space Centre
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The New 14th Doctor - Ncuti Gatwa
At last we have our new Doctor! Yes, today the news that we have all been waiting for is that Ncuti Gatwa has been cast as the 14th Doctor taking over from Jodie Whittaker.
Join Phil and Paul as they discuss this news and their predicitions on what will happen next!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.... Interview with Peter Davison
This episode we are very pleased to bring you an interview with the 5th Doctor himself, Peter Davison, recorded at the Science of the Timelords Convention held at the National Space Centre in Leicester in 2016.
The interview was conducted by Jon Michael Lindsey and we thank him and the convention organisers for allowing us to share the interview.
Please visit the National Space Centre in Leicester by booking your tickets using the link below:
National Space Centre
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Legend of the Sea Devils - Review
This episode sees Phil and Scott take a look at the second of this years Doctor Who specials, Legend of the Sea Devils. But was it special? Scott starts off positive enough but is soon dragged down to Davy Jones Locker by Phil who is less than enthusiastic! But of course they also get stuck into the next time trailer which sees the return of two fan favourites!
The News
In the news, we say goodbye to June Brown and Sonny Caldinez and say hello to the Peter Cushing Dalek stories which are being released in glorious 4K.
Omega's Stats Corner
Oh dear.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Logopolis Audio Commentary - Part 2
This week Phil and Scott continue with their audio commentary for Logopolis. As they sit down to watch episodes 3 & 4 and say goodbye to the 4th Doctor, Scott is still concerned about Adrics shiny nose and the pair of them wonder what Adric is looking at off camera and whether all he actually wants is a potato based comestible?
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Logopolis - Audio Commentary Part 1
This episode Scott picks another Doctor Who story to watch and this time he selected Logopolis for your delectation!
As Phil sits down with him to watch episodes 1 and 2 this week, he gets confused and fails to explain properly what is going on with the Tardis entering itself (ooer!), whilst Scott enjoys Tegan being gobby and is amazed at the shine on Adrics nose!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Review - Bloodtide
This month Phil and Paul challenge the evolution of humankind by taking a look at Bloodtide from Big Finish. While the Silurians in this story shake up Charles Darwins theory of evolution, Phil gets despondent at the same tactics that we've seen employed before by our 3 eyed monsters, while Paul defends the audio version of the Myrka!
The News
Christopher Eccleston has demands if he is to return for Doctor Who's 60th Anniversary and we say goodbye to 3 people from Doctor Who.
Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner
Rumours abound for the 60th Anniversary with all the post 2005 Doctors supposedly returning and another rumour for a new Doctor Who LEGO game which gets Phil excited!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Remembrance of The Daleks - Audio Commentary Part 2
In this episode, Phil and Scott continue with their audio commentary for Remembrance of the Daleks. This time they sit down and watch episodes 3 and 4 in which Ace is betrayed (again!) and a bunch of racists get their comeupance from another bunch of racists!
And Phil still gets confused with all the Dalek factions but heh, the Special Weapons Dalek is still cool!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Remembrance of The Daleks - Audio Commentary Part 1
This episode, Phil and Scott sit down to watch episodes 1 and 2 of Remembrance of The Daleks in the first part of an audio commentary for this anniversary special Doctor Who serial.
During the commentary, Phil gets confused about Dalek factions and Scott queries exactly what year this story was set which confuses Phil again! Also, they touch on the UNIT dating controversy which Scott struggles with and Phil tries to explain to Scott the issues of racism and sexism that are touched on in this story.
Also, Phil gives an update on the Who's He? Video Podcast Youtube channel.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Review - Planet of Giants
This episode Phil is joined by special guest Tyler Adams from Goon Pod to chat about the opening story to William Hartnell second season, Planet of Giants.
Not only do they discuss this story of the Tardis crew being miniaturised, corpses on back projection and blinding scientists with an exploding aerosol, they also begin to meander off topic and talk about missing episodes, why North Americans love Doctor Who and at one point even Columbo!
Please subscribe and listen to Tylers fantastic podcast by clicking on the link below:
Goon Pod
Goon Pod Twitter feed:
@GoonPod
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The Seeds of Doom - Review
Both Phil and Paul ponder why it was taken them so long to get round to talking about the classic Doctor Who story, The Seeds of Doom and then begin to get extremely fanboyish over every aspect of the production!
The News
In the news this month, Doctor Who comes second in an official BBC poll for the most loved BBC shows of all time and Season 22 gets the blu-ray boxset treatment.
Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner
David Tennant is the 14th Doctor? According to rumours that just won't quit, that is what is happening!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast..... The Seeds of Doom Review - Redacted
In this bonus episode of the Who's He? Podcast, they have been forced to release a redacted version of their review of The Seeds of Doom due to an ongoing investigation into Phil and Pauls conduct during the recording of this episode.
The full episode will be released in due course.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Review - Blink
Scott flies solo and gives us his rambling opinion (that's how he describes it!) on the classic Doctor Who episode Blink. While this is a firm fan favourite that introduced the world to the Weeping Angels, Scott isn't so sure about the lack of the Doctor and the scared "DVD man". So is Scott flying in the face of fan wisdom? Listen to find out!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Eve of the Daleks
It's a Happy New Year indeed as Phil and Paul get stuck in their own time loop as they watch the New Years Day special, Eve of the Daleks.
And wow, we actually got a decent Dalek story with good characters and dialogue and story that cracked along with everyone getting exterminated every 5 minutes! So sit back and listen to what the lads thought and also listen to them discussing Thasmin and the ups and downs of fans influencing production decisions.
And Scott also drops by and gives his thoughts on this years special!
Omega's Feedback Corner
Scott once again takes on reading duties as he reads out listener feedback received for Eve of the Daleks.
In this festive episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Christmas Invasion
It's Christmas and on Scotts first actual review for the Who's He? Podcast, he picked David Tennants first story, The Christmas Invasion. So he sat down with his Dad (Phil) and talked about what he liked and how he rated each character and how it was for the first 10th Doctor story. He also talks about Colin Bakers first story and leaves it to Phil to explain why that turned out like it did!
Scott also gives his view on Doctor Who: Flux and it appears he's not that keen, especially all the planets that got wiped out!
We would like to wish all of our listeners a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Vanquishers
So here we are folks, we've come to the end of Doctor Who: Flux, Chapter 6, The Vanquishers. But did it tie up all those plot threads? Well, both Phil and Paul are a bit confused with this one and resort to saying "I don't know" one heck of a lot! Phil also takes Paul down the rabbit hole of whether Doctor Who should be catering to fandom with shipping of the Doctor and companion and more or less reach the conclusion they are both too old this s**t!
Omega's Feedback Corner
Scott reads out listener feedback for this last time this year!
Omega's Stats Corner
Also for this last time year the lads bring you the latest in stats news without a hint of apology.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Survivors of The Flux
We've reached the penultimate episode of Doctor Who: Flux with Chapter 5, Survivors of the Flux. But wait, what's this? Phil and Paul are feeling fatigued with it all? After a barnstorming episode last week, this episode sees things kind of slow down again but Chibnall still seems keen on introducing more plot elements! So where are Phil and Paul beginning to get frustrated with it? Listen to find out!
Omega's Feedback Corner
Scott reads out our listener feedback for Village of The Angels and Survivors of The Flux.
Omega's Stats Corner
Yes, it's the dreaded stats again with overnight and consolidate viewing figures and the oh so important AI!
The News
In this weeks news, an unsubstantiated report that we will get a 60th Anniversary series in 2023, and the Patrick Troughton story The Abominable Snowmen is coming to us in 2022 via the wonder of animation!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast...
Happy Birthday Doctor Who!
In this special mini episode, Scott wishes Doctor Who a Happy 58th Birthday and gives his thoughts on the show and all those who have worked on it over the years.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Village of The Angels
This week Phil and Paul look but don't blink at Village of the Angels, chapter 5 of Doctor Who: Flux. With Weeping Angels, an old fashioned base under siege story and one hell of a cliff hanger, there was a lot to like. However, it did lead Phil and Paul to come up with a solution to beat a Weeping Angel that no-one had asked for.
Omega's Feedback Corner
Once again Phil is joined by Scott who reads out listener feedback.
Omega's Stats Corner
Oh no! We've got a touch of the stats again with the overnight viewing figures for Village of the Angels and the consolidate figures for Once, Upon Time.
The News
In this weeks news, we say a sad goodbye to the voice of Axos himself, Bernard Holley and we also say goodbye to the 13th Doctors TARDIS console room.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Once, Upon Time - Review
This week, Phil and Paul get completely bamboozled by Once, Upon Time, chapter 3 of Doctor Who: Flux. With both of them struggling to fully understand what they watched, this podcast sees them both talking their way through an episode that provided some answers but also piled on the mystery!
Omega's Feedback Corner
Phil is once again joined by his son Scott who reads out listener feedback.
Omega's Stats Corner
In this section that no-one likes (not even the hosts!), there is the overnight viewing figures for Once, Upon Time and the final viewing figures and AI for War of the Sontarans.
The News
We say goodbye to actor Roy Holder who played Krelper in The Caves of Androzani.
#DoctorWhoFlux #DoctorWho #OnceUponTime
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - War of the Sontarans
Phil and Paul cast their eye over Chapter 2 of Doctor Who: Flux, War of the Sontarans and discuss whether this episode continues the momentum from last week and whether the Sontarans are back to their best or still just there for comedy value?
Omega's Feedback Corner
Yes, the lads have rebranded listener feedback and have drafted in another member to the Who's He? team to help out.
The News
In the the news this week, we say goodbye to the co-creator of K9, Bob Baker and also say goodbye to actor Clifford Rose.
Omega's Stats Corner
Yes in the section that nobody likes, the overnight viewing figures are in for War of the Sontarans along with the consolidated figures and AI for The Halloween Apocalypse.
Omega's Tat Corner
It's the long over due return of tat to the Who's He? Podcast with some very expensive tat from Big Chief Studios.
Galaxy 4 - BFI Event
Phil joined James from the Doctor Who Podcast and Jean and Adam from the Staggering Stories Podcast at the BFI on London's South Bank to watch the soon to be released animated version of the missing story Galaxy 4.
#DoctorWhoFlux #DoctorWho #WarOfTheSontarans
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Halloween Apocalypse
Yes, Doctor Who is back! And of course Phil and Paul are back with a look at the 1st episode of Doctor Who: Flux, The Halloween Apocalypse. And what a lot for them both to take in an episode that's spinning an awful lot of plates! Did they think it was an action packed 50 minutes or just a shaggy dog story? (see what I did there?) Listen to find out.
Omega's Stats Corner
Yes, unfortunately it's the return of the dreaded stats with the overnight viewing figures for The Halloween Apocalypse
The News
In the news this week, Season 17 gets the blu-ray boxset treatment and we say a belated goodbye to John Challis and Michael Ferguson.
#DoctorWho #DoctorWhoFlux #TheHalloweenApocalypse
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Audio Commentary - Earthshock Episode 4
In this episode Phil is joined by Paul Heath from the Pharos Project and chat through episode episode 4 of the Peter Davison story, Earthshock and why this particular episode of Doctor Who brings back memories for him.
However, Phil starts things off by asking Mr. Heath his opinions on the Jodie Whittaker and Chris Chibnall era of Doctor Who when little did either of them know a big announcement was just around the corner.....
You can find the Pharos Project and Hammered Horror podcasts below:
https://thepharosproject.libsyn.com
http://hammeredhorror.com
#DoctorWho #Earthshock #Podcast #Commentary
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The Return of Russell T. Davies!
In this special edition of the podcast, Phil and Paul discuss the announcement that Russell T. Davies has been appointed as the new show runner for Doctor Who. They speculate what this could mean for the who post Chibnall and also what impact the co-production deal with Bad Wolf Productions will have.
#DoctorWho #RussellTDavies
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
The sad passing of actor Tony Selby, known as Sabalom Glitz in Doctor Who at the age of 83.
Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner
Rumours abound that Doctor Who may be put on hiatus for 5 years and could series 13 be binge watched on the iPlayer?
Review - Vampire of the Mind
This month, Phil and Paul tackle Vampire of the Mind from Big Finish featuring Colin Baker as the Doctor and Alex MacQueen as The Master. Listen as they discuss whether the story had plenty of bite or just plain sucked. (no more vampire puns, I promise).
Buy Vampire of the Mind from the Big Finish website here:
Vampire of the Mind
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
Of course the main topic of conversation this month is Jodie Whittaker and Chris Chibnall both leaving Doctor Who in 2022 which leads Phil and Paul to ponder the future of Doctor Who and leads indirectly to Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner! They don't forget to talk about the series 13 teaser trailer and casting news. There is also new animated content on the way with Evil of The Daleks.
Omega's Tat Corner
There is plenty of tat this month from Character with some B&M exclusives and a phallic Tardis console from Eaglemoss!
Review - The Sensorites
This month Phil and Paul tackle The Sensorites which leads to a bit of division between our reviewing duo!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
The lads discuss the sad passing of Jackie Lane and Damaris Hayman.
Omega's Tittle Tattle Corner
In a new section, Phil and Paul talk about rumours of Jodie Whittaker leaving the role (again!) and also the rumours of who will be taking her place.
Omega's Tat Corner
In a long overdue return to the world of tat, it's Christmas tat for the summer!
Review - Ravagers
After 3 months away, Phil and Paul return with a look at Ravagers from Big Finish, which of course sees the return of Christopher Eccleston as the Ninth Doctor. Listen to find out if they thought it was fantastic!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Audio Commentary - Remembrance of the Daleks Ep. 4
This episode Phil is joined by author, comedian, actor and now podcaster Toby Hadoke to chat through his episode of choice, episode 4 of Remembrance of the Daleks.
Toby reveals why chose this particular episode and also discusses his podcast series Time Travels.
You can find Toby's Time Travel podcast by clicking on the link below:
https://tobyhadoke.podbean.com
If you would like to contribute to Toby's Kickstarter for Dick Dixon in the 21st Century, click on the link below:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/averageromp/dick-dixon-in-the-21st-century
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - The Sirens of Time
Phil and Paul go back right to the beginning of Big Finish with their first ever audio story The Sirens of Time. Did they think this was a grand start to over 20 years of audio books or did this suffer from the worst excesses of a fan written multi Doctor story?
Who's He? Podcast - 10 Years of Podcasting
Yes, believe it or not, this podcast is 10 years old! So Phil and Paul take a look back over the last 10 years of hosting this podcast and reveal their favourite events and their regrets over a rather eventful decade.
Many thanks to all of our listeners for tuning in over the last 10 years!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Audio Commentary - Time and The Rani Episode 1
In this commentary special, Phil is joined by Bob Fleming from the Progtor Who Podcast to talk about the episode of Doctor Who that has special memories for him, which is episode 1 of Time and The Rani.
They pair of them also chat about Bob's podcasting duties of Proctor Who and of course his Star Trek podcast Trek This Out.
You can find the Bob's podcasts here:
Progtor Who
Trek This Out
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Audio Commentary - Survival Episode 3
In this audio commentary special, Phil is joined by an old friend of the show, Martyn Havell from the Bad Wilf Podcast to chat their way through episode 3 of Survival and why this episode holds special memories for him, which makes Phil blush.
The also catch up on what Martyn thinks of the Jodie Whittaker era of Doctor Who so far. Yes, it's been that long since the pair of them spoke!
Listen to Martyn's podcast by clicking here: Bad Wilf Podcast
Twitter: @badwilf
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/badwilf/
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
News
Rumours of Jodie Whittaker leaving Doctor Who and who will replace her and news of the next series to receive the blu-ray boxset treatment.
Omega's Stats Corner
Some positive stats on the final viewing figures for Revolution of the Daleks which puts Doctor Who top of the polls!
Review - Terror of the Autons
This month Phil and Paul celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Master appearing on our screens with a look at the TV and Target book versions of Terror of the Autons.
Also, they discuss the character of the Master and how the character was interpreted after the magnificent Roger Delgado tragically died.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Audio Commentary - Robots of Death Episode 1
In this audio commentary special, Phil is joined by Suky Khakh from the Progtor Who, Trek This Out and Take Your Seats podcasts to chat their way through Suky's episode of choice, episode 1 of Robots of Death.
LIsten as Suky lets us know why he selected this episode and then Phil and Suky chat about the popularity of Doctor Who.
Listen to all of Suky's podcasts at https://progtorwho.podbean.com
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News:
This month we sadly say goodbye to three Doctor Who alumni and exciting casing news for the next series!
Omega's Stats Corner
Yes, of course with a new episode of Doctor Who, we also get the stats!
Omega's Tat Corner
This month, we bring you expensive tat from Big Chief Studios that may be limited or maybe not and could have also have been released last year on a date that doesn't exist!
Review: Revolution of the Daleks
Yes, we have new Doctor Who to discuss! Join Phil & Paul as they pour over this years special, Revolution of the Daleks, which also features listener feedback and a brief discussion of whether the pair of them are suffering from Who fatigue!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
The Keys of Marinus Episode 6 - Audio Commentary
In our occasional series of audio commentaries, our special guest legendary monster actor Hamilton Prickwillow talks through episode 6 of The Keys of Marinus. Hamilton reveals why this episode brings back special memories for him and also why the set smelt of vinegar.
In this months Who's He? Podcast....
The News
We say goodbye to Geoffrey Palmer, news of when Revolution of the Daleks will air with a new trailer into the bargain and some more blu-ray news for 2012!
Review - The Rise of The New Humans
This month Paul and Phil return to Big Finish and another in the 3rd Doctor Adventures featuring Tim Treloar and Katy Manning. This story sees the Doctor and Jo Grant investigating strange goings on at a mysterious clinic that finds the Doctor bumping into an old and unexpected adversary. But what did our reviewing duo think and just how confused are they with what the Big Finish main range actually means? Join them to find out in this, their last podcast of 2020!
And incidentally, have a Merry Christmas and a Happier New Year!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
World Enough and Time - Audio Commentary
In this, the first in an occasional series of audio commentaries, Phil is joined by returning guest Joanne Alexander to chat through Joanne's episode of choice, World Enough and Time.
During the episode, they chat about why Joanne selected this episode and the memories that this story evokes.
Beware, this episode contains swearing!
You can find Joanne on the following social media links:
Twitter: @Hedgescout
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HedgeScout/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hedgescout/
In this months Who's He? Podcast......
The News
We say goodbye to Dame Diana Rigg and Frank Windsor, the rumour mill starts on the next lost episodes to be animated and there is another pointless Doctor Who poll.
Review: Dragonfire
This month Phil and Paul cast their jaded eyes over the televised and Target novel versions of Dragonfire by Ian Briggs. Firstly, the pair of them refer to a character incorrectly throughout the podcast, so does this sum up how they feel about it? Could they not be bothered? Well they actually find quite a bit to enjoy in this story but how does the book stack up against the TV version? Listen to find out!
In this months edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
Well, there is only one thing to discuss this month and that is the monumental news that Christopher Eccleston is returning as the 9th Doctor for Big Finish! Warning - Phil turns into a grumpy old fan at one point!
Review - The Isos Network
This month, Phil and Paul take a look at The Isos Network from Big Finish, starring Frazer Hines and Wendy Padbury. And what a jolly time they had too! Being whizzed back to the Troughton era seemed to go down well with the pair of them so sit back and listen to two middle aged men feeling nostalgic!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast.....
In defence of...... Pip & Jane Baker
Phil looks at Doctor Who script writers Pip & Jane Baker and offers a short defence of their Doctor Who output and the behind the scenes troubles that unfairly contributed to their reputation with fans.
In this month's Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
This month we say goodbye to Earl Cameron and Maurice Roeves and there is an update on the blu-ray release of Fury From the Deep!
Omega's Tat Corner
In a long overdue peek into the Tat Corner, news of some upcoming B&M exclusive figure sets.
Review - The Mark of the Rani
This month, Phil and Paul did a foolish thing and picked The Mark of the Rani to read and watch. But was it foolish? In this often overlooked story, our reviewing duo find that there is actually quite a bit to enjoy. But was it overstuffed with too many villains? And would the story worked without a sci-fi slant? Listen to find out!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
Richard Armitage joins Big Finish as another incarnation of everyone's favourite despotic Timelord Rassilon, news that will surprise no one with half a brain that filming on the next series of Doctor Who will not start anytime soon and we say goodbye to Philip Latham and Louis Mahoney.
Review - Time Reaver
This month Phil and Paul tackle Time Reaver from Big Finish, another in the 10th Doctor and Donna Noble series. The lads are pretty much in agreement with each other on this one but is it by like or dislike? Listen to find out!
In this episode of the Who's He? Video Podcast.....
The fickle audience
In this episode Phil tries to figure out why people have stopped watching Doctor Who and whether there is a main reason for viewers switching off.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Audio Commentary - Terror of the Vervoids
After nearly 3 years of audio commentary drought, the Who's He? Podcast make their triumphant return with a commentary for Terror of the Vervoids.
And to celebrate, Phil is joined by Bob Fleming from the Progtor Who Podcast and Jim Cameron from the Krynoid Podcast to chat through 4 episodes of Doctor Who and also as usual bringing you facts from the day of the original broadcast.
But be warned, this commentary contains lots of swearing and naughty type words and is not safe for work!!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast....
Gallifrey
In this episode, Phil takes a look at Gallifrey and ponders why do a lot of writers not understand what to do with it or the Timelords?
In this months edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
In yet another quiet month of news, a nice surprise is to be had in the form of a special edition blu ray for Power of the Daleks and Big Finish continue to create content during the lockdown with a new 4th Doctor story starring Tom Baker
Review - Mawdryn Undead
This month Phil and Paul take a look at Mawdryn Undead in its written and televised formats. With a story that neither of them particular thought much of, did a rewatch and read of the Target novelisation change their opinion? And how did the story serve the introduction of Turlough to the Tardis crew? Well, there is one thing they can both agree on and that anything with added Nicholas Courtney is a bonus!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast.....
Hamilton Prickwillow address the nation
Yes, it's the return of Hamilton Prickwillow in the nations hour of need. But isn't he supposed to be dead? Watch to find out how this is possible while he gives everyone a lecture while of course reminiscing about Doctor Who.
In this months Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
There's been a lot of positivity in the world of Doctor Who, with live tweetalongs and new content from ex show runners to lighten the current mood but we do sadly say goodbye to actor David Collings.
Review - Neverland
With Doctor Who finished on our screens for the time being, Phil and Paul return once again to the world of audio stories with Neverland from Big Finish. But did they pick a good story to listen to? Well, all we can say is that the positivity from this months news quickly drains away when they start talking about this one! Oh dear.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Feedback
In a change to the usual schedule, the lads decide to skip the news this week as there was so much listener feedback to get through it could have made a podcast of its own!
Review - The Timeless Children
So another series of Doctor Who comes to an end and we were promised that everything will change. So did it? Were the revelations of the Doctors past enough to shatter all that went before it? And was it a good way to end a series? Listen as Phil and Paul pick their way through The Timeless Children and find out if they are that bothered about changes to supposed canon!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
The drama controller for the BBC goes on the defensive and states that Doctor Who is not going anywhere and will not be taking a hiatus!
Omega's Stats Corner
The overnights for Ascension of the Cybermen are in and the official viewing figures for The Haunting of Villa Diodati are in which leads Phil and Paul down another conversational cul-de-sac!
Review - Ascension of the Cybermen
Phil and Paul turn their attentions to Ascension of the Cybermen, the penultimate episode of this series of Doctor Who. Or is it the Adventures of Brendan the Garda? We'll be damned if we know, in a story that raises yet more questions than answers, the lads are totally confused but that doesn't stop them from picking holes in the plot while also enjoying it as well! So tune in to listen to theirs and listener feedback.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
In another slow news week, the only thing of note is that we will be getting another series of of Doctor Who in 2021 which seems to have annoyed people!
Omega's Stats Corner
The overnights for The Haunting of Villa Diodati are in as are the official viewing figures for Can You Hear Me?
Omega's Tat Corner
This week it's Build a Bear tat with a bewildering array of 10th and 13th Doctor furry shenanigans.
Review - The Haunting of Villa Diodati
Well, this seems to have perked the lads up! Yes, this week, Phil and Paul get stuck into The Haunting of Villa Diodati and the most threatening Cyberman we've seen on screen in a long time! But was this Poltergeist level of scary or was it more Rentaghost in terms of terror? Listen to find out!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
In a very slow news week, the only thing of note is the release date for the animated version of The Faceless Ones.
Omega's Stats Corner
In the corner of stats this week, it's the overnights for Can You Hear Me? and the official figures for Praxeus which almost breaks Phil's spirit and takes them down a dangerous rabbit hole of why aren't more people watching the show?
Review - Can You Hear Me?
In another story with a strong social message and a weak sci-fi element, Phil and Paul ponder over the mental health message this week which leads Phil to make a confession and also whether the balance of sci-fi and social message is right for Doctor Who and is this is the way to carry on? Oh and Phil drops an F bomb!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
Good news for blu ray fans as season 12 finally gets a re-release and news of Jodie Whittaker staying on for another season but we may have to wait a long time for it.
Omega's Stats Corner
Its the overnight viewing figures for Praxeus and the final viewing figures for Fugitive of the Judoon.
Omega's Tat Corner
This week it's baking tat and a very expensive item from Rubbertoe Replicas that will bring a tear to your eye.
Review - Praxeus
This week Phil and Paul discuss Praxeus, the latest episode of Doctor Who. After last weeks game changing episode we return to another story with an eco message. So did this weeks story give off zero emissions or was it as welcome as Greta Thunberg at a British Petroleum annual general meeting? Listen to find the lads discussion and also what the listeners thought in our Listener Feedback section.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
We say goodbye to British showbiz legend Nicholas Parsons, the Reverend Wainwright in Curse of Fenric.
Omega's Stats Corner
We discuss the overnights for Fugitive of the Judoon and the final viewing figures for Nikola Tesla's Night of Terror.
Review - Fugitive of the Judoon
The lads turn their attention to what has to be the most exciting and most talked about episode in a long time, Fugitive of the Judoon. Not only do we get the return of Captain Jack Harkness but the rug is totally pulled from under our feet with a new Doctor and a glorious TARDIS interior! But what did the lads think of this? Did they find this to be the episode fans have been waiting for since Chris Chibnall took over or was a load of ideas chucked at the wall to see what worked? Listen to find out and also what our what our listeners thought in Listener Feedback!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Omega's Stats Corner
In the stats corner this week, it's the overnights for Nikola Tesla's Night of Terror and the final viewing figures for Orphan 55.
Omega's Tat Corner
In the corner of tat this time we bring you new 5.5 inch figures from Character plus K9 and Dalek construction sets that takes Phil and Paul back to the halcyon days of Meccano.
Review - Nikola Tesla's Night of Terror
After last weeks disappointing outing, is a Nikola Tesla's Night of Terror a return to some sort of form? Well, the lads weren't well this week so they only managed to watch this episode once so don't expect their usual pithy insight! Oh ok, it's more of the same but with added germs. But of course we can bring you some better thoughts and opinions in Listener Feedback!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
Another blu-ray announcement is upon us with Season 14 reaching us in April and we say goodbye to Film Editor John Griffiths who brought us the iconic opening titles for Doctor Who in 1963.
Omega's Stats Corner
Once again, Phil and Paul get the stats with the overnights for Orphan 55 and the official figures for Spyfall parts 1 and 2.
Review - Orphan 55
This week our intrepid duo look at Orphan 55 written by Ed Himes and what a divisive episode this turned out to be! With people getting worked up about the climate change message in this story, it even gets Phil and Paul arguing which results in Paul using Adric as a defence. All this plus listener feedback!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
News
In the first news item of 2020, we say goodbye to writer and script editor Donald Tosh and we look at the launch of Doctor Who on Britbox UK.
Omega's Stats Corner
Of course with the return of Doctor Who, we get the return of the dreaded stats!
Review - Spyfall (parts 1 & 2)
So after what seemed to be an eternity, Doctor Who is finally back on our screens with Spyfall written by Chris Chibnall. So was it worth the wait? Well, there are mixed emotions from Phil and Paul with this story, so tune in to listen to what they thought and also what you thought in our listener feedback section.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The One Doctor - Review
In this episode, Phil and Paul take a festive look at this pantomime style story from Big Finish that co-stars the greatest panto dame Christopher Biggins.
Is this story full of good cheer or as stale as left over turkey? Listen to the lads as they bring you this special review in time for the festive season.
It just leaves us to wish all of our listeners a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast....
Phil takes a look at some of the Doctor Who parodies and also dips his toes into the world of adult entertainment (in the name of science of course).
In this months Who's He? Podcast....
The News
There's a lovely Doctor Who moment in this years Children in Need, a series 12 trailer finally lands and we say goodbye to actor Ian Cullen
Omega's Tat Corner
Just in time for Christmas there's another Doctor Who themed laptop bag from Lovarzi but this time it's got badges!
Review - The King's Demons
This month Phil and Paul take a look at the Target novelisation of The King's Demons by Terrance Dudley.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Review - Sil and the Devil Seeds of Arodor
This time Phil flies the podcast solo as he looks at the release of Sil and the Devil Seeds of Arodor starring Nabil Shaban as Sil.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
Exciting news for fans of missing episode animations as it's announced that Fury From The Deep will be animated and released in 2020, the blu-ray edition of Season 12 will be getting a re-release and we say goodbye to actor Stephen Moore who sadly passed away.
Omega's Tat Corner
There's scarf and Build a Bear tat this time but most importantly some Christmas tat in the form of a Cyberman nutcracker!
Review - The Sinestran Kill
This month, Phil and Paul look at The Sinestran Kill from Big Finish. In a tale of witness protection, 1970's policing and London gangsters, this story also introduces a new companion for the 4th Doctor which seems to put a spring in Tom Bakers step!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Interview: Beverly Sanford
In this episode to celebrate the release of the Doctor Who Target Storybook, Phil welcomes one of the authors, Beverly Sanford to the podcast. As well discussing her story Pain Management, Beverly also talks about her approach to writing, how she developed her passion for reading and of course, Doctor Who!
Links:
Twitter: @Beviathan
Website: https://www.beverlysanford.co.uk
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Companion Special - Rory Williams
In this, the last in this series of Companion Specials, Phil talks to writer and contributor to the You and Who books Christopher Bryant on his choice of companion, Rory Williams.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
Founder of Dapol, David Boyle passes away, season 26 blu ray news and the release of the Mission to the Unknown remake gets our reviewing duo excited!
Omega's Tat Corner
There's a new Doctor Who laptop bag that gets Phil and Paul into a quandary over gender and there's two new New York Comic Con 13th Doctor figures from Titan.
Tribute to Terrance Dicks
Since the lads have been away, we have lost a true legend of Doctor Who. So this month, Phil and Paul pay tribute to the sadly departed Terrance Dicks by discussing the impact he had on Doctor Who and on them and also reviewing his Target novelisation of Horror of Fang Rock.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
DVD Review - The Doctors: The Paul McGann Years
In this short podcast, Phil takes a look at the latest DVD release from Koch Media, The Doctors: The Paul McGann Years.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Companion Special - Donna Noble
In this companion special, Phil talks to special guest Garry Aylott of the Big Blue Box Podcast about his favourite companion, Donna Noble (or should that be Donna Temple-Noble?).
Links
Twitter: @bigblueboxpcast
Website: http://www.bigblueboxpodcast.co.uk
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Companion Special - Steven Taylor
In this companion special Phil welcomes Progtor Who's very own Suky Khakh to the show to talk about his favourite companion Steven Taylor.
Links
Twitter: @cyberman_151
Website: Progtor Who Podcast
In this months Who's He? Podcast....
The News
Since the lads have been away, Big Finish have celebrated 20 years of Doctor Who audio stories, Jon Pertwee centenary celebrations, the sad loss of actor Glynn Houston and they also discuss at some length the absence of Doctor Who at this years San Diego Comic Con.
Mini Review
In a short review, they look at episode one of The Final Game from Black Glove Studios with their audio version of the unmade final Master story for Roger Delgado.
Review
Finally Phil and Paul reach the end of the series one retrospective with The Parting of The Ways, in which Phil yet again discloses his dislike of Rose and the pair of them discuss what might have happened had Christopher Eccleston made another series.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Companion Special - Canton Everett Delaware III
In this companion special, Phil talks to Katrina Griffiths of the Verity Podcast & Start The Music Podcast to discuss her companion of choice, Canton Everett Delaware III. This one may divide the our listeners but Katrina puts forward a good case for this two episode companion and also a good case for actor Mark Sheppard!
Links
Twitter: @Xanister
Websites:
Verity Podcast: https://veritypodcast.wordpress.com
Start The Music: http://stmpodcast.com
In this months Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
In the news this week, we say goodbye to the legend Paul Darrow, The Faceless Ones gets the animated treatment, Season 23 gets a blu-ray release, another 4th Doctor audio story gets a vinyl release, Big Finish are having a 20th Anniversary Youtube party and End Of Time gets a USA 10th anniversary cinema screening.
Omega's Tat Corner
There is a bumper crop of B&M exclusives from Character with sonic screwdrivers, 3 figures boxsets and even figures based on Big Finish stories.
Review - The Havoc of Empires
This month the lads look at The Havoc of Empires from Big Finish. In this story of mistaken identity, marriage and murder does this story transport Phil and Paul back to the early 1970's or does it leave them stranded in the present?
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Cosplay Special - Joanne Alexander
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast, you will hear not only about Doctor Who but Marvel, DC, Star Wars and Judges! Yes, in this episode Phil talks to cosplayer extraordinaire Joanne Alexander about her wonderful cosplay outfits, how she got into cosplaying and goes into the trials and tribulations of making props and costumes. Don't miss it!
Warning! There is swearing in this episode!
Links
Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/HedgeScout/
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Companion Special - Sarah Jane Smith
In this companion special, Phil is joined by Natalie Nichols from the Pharos Project Podcast to discuss Sarah Jane Smith. During the discussion of this "companions companion", they talk about how much of an impact this character had on Doctor Who and also the legacy of the character and Elizabeth Sladen.
Links
Twitter:
@natalien
@pharosproject
Website:
http://thepharosproject.libsyn.com
In this months Who's He? Podcast...
The News
At last there is some filming news for season 12 of Doctor Who with the reveal of a returning monster, rumours abound that there will be a Christmas special this year and we say goodbye to Stephen Thorne, the man behind Omega, Azal and Eldrad.
Omega's Tat Corner
Paul delved into the pile of tat from the past, with a glittery piece of tat that Phil reckons you need KY to slip onto your finger.
Review - The Android Invasion
This month Phil and Paul look at the Target novelisation of The Android Invasion written by Terrance Dicks. he plot holes come thick and fast this time and both of them lament this missed opportunity of a book as there was no excuse to keep in the massive plot holes of the televised version.
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast.....
We'll bide our time
In this Who's He? Video Podcast, Phil comes up with an idea on how to get a Doctor Who fix while the show is off the air this year.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Companion Special - Adric
In this companion special, Phil is joined by James Rockliffe of The Doctor Who Podcast to talk about Adric. But is Adric a favourite of James or just a TARDIS traveller who got on everyones nerves? Listen to find out!
Links
Twitter:
@IJamesRox
@TheDrWhoPodcast
Website:
https://thedoctorwhopodcast.com
In this months Who's He? Podcast....
The News
We say goodbye to Edward Kelsey, the BBC launches a Doctor Who art competition, blu-ray news for the Jon Pertwee and David Tennant eras as series 10 gets the boxset treatment and series 4 will be released in steelbook format and a trailer for the Doctor Who: Runaway VR game is released to an indifferent Phil and Paul.
Omega's Tat Corner
In a welcome return to the tyrant Timelords corner of tat, it's somewhat surprising bikini tat for fans of the 13th Doctor!
Review - Bad Wolf
This month Phil and Paul return to their series 1 retrospective with a look at Bad Wolf, the penultimate episode of Christopher Eccleston's only series.
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast....
Companion Special - Harry Sullivan
It's time to pull on your Farahs, put on your cravat, slip into your regimental blazer and splash on a bit of Brute and join Phil and special guest Paul Heath and listen to them talk about 4th Doctor companion Harry Sullivan.
Links
http://hammeredhorror.com
http://thepharosproject.libsyn.com
@HammeredHorror
@PharosProject
In this weeks Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
The Macra Terror gets its DVD and Blu Ray release (and Paul admonishes Phil for not getting him a free copy), there's Big Finish new release news, Jodie Whittaker is awarded the freedom of the City of London and John Levene releases his autobiography.
The Horror of Glam Rock - Review
It's the 1974 and glam rock is at its height and there is an alien invasion by way of a Stylophone for the Doctor and Lucie Miller to fight! Yes, this month Phil and Paul look at The Horror of Glam Rock from Big Finish that also stars the mighty Bernard Cribbins! But Paul is perturbed at roadies drinking coffee and Phil is embarrassed to admit that he once owned a Stylophone. But did they like this audio story? Listen to find out!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Companion Special - K9
This episode Phil talks to Bob Fleming from the Progtor Who and The Discovery Log podcast about his favourite Doctor Who companion K9. During this conversation on the Doctors erm.. 4 legged friend, it slowly dawns on Bob that he really loves John Leeson and it also gives Phil another chance to get wound up at Brendan from K9 and Co.
Be warned, this podcast contains strong language!
Links
Twitter: @BoFleming
Website: https://progtorwho.podbean.com
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
The News
We say goodbye to Graeme Curry, the writer of The Happiness Patrol, the rerelease of a BBC Radiophonic Workshop classic, Rosa wins an award and there is gaming news Doctor Who: The Runaway a new virtual reality game and Doctor Who: Legacy is no more!
Also, Comic Relief are offering the chance for two lucky people to have breakfast on the set of Doctor Who with Jodie Whittaker and Mandip Gill! If you want to enter, then click on the link below:
Comic Relief - Breakfast with the Doctor
Review - Doctor Who and the Auton Invasion
Phil and Paul take a look at this Target novelisation written by Terrance Dicks. Otherwise known as Spearhead From Space, this is the story that introduces the Third Doctor, Liz Shaw and the Doctor exiled to Earth. How does this book compare to the televised version and why does Paul get confused with an army General and a cartoon dog?
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast.....
Companion Special - Martha Jones
This episode Phil talks to Martyn Havell from the Bad Wilf podcast about his favourite Doctor Who companion, Martha Jones. Martyn describes why he thinks Martha is an important character and also why the character was given a hard a time by fans. Also listen out for Phil and Martyn to go off topic when the conversation turns towards Mrs. Browns Boys!
Links
Twitter: @BadWilf
Website: http://badwilf.com
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
Scratchman - Review
In this short edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil reviews (in a non spoiler way of course!) the Doctor Who novel Scratchman written by Tom Baker with James Goss.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast....
The News
We say goodbye to Clive Swift and W. Morgan Sheppard, David Tennant starts his own podcast, the War Master returns for Big Finish, The Daleks Master Plan is coming to vinyl and Resurrection of the Daleks and Revelation of the Daleks will be making their Target debut.
Omega's Stats Corner
They never thought they would return to the corner this year but they have the final consolidated ratings for Resolution and news on where Doctor Who came in the iPlayer Top 10 for 2018.
Omega's Tat Corner
There are some more B&M exclusives with a regenerated 4th Doctor and TARDIS set and a 13th Doctor and TARDIS set from Titan.
Boom Town - Review
The lads finally tackle Boom Town in their series 1 retrospective (which seems to lasting an eternity) and while they enjoy it, there are some reservations with Rose and Mickey's relationship but are pleased at the lack of farting!
In this, the first podcast of 2019, Phil and Paul tackle this years (or last years if you're Phil) New Years Day special, Resolution. And of course the worlds worst kept secret came true as we saw the return of the Daleks! But was everyone happy with this special? Was it indeed a special or the actual last episode of series 11?
Listen find out what the lads thought and of course what our listeners thought in our listener feedback section.
In the news, we say goodbye to June Whitfield and Bill Sellars, there is missing episode audio news, Omega's Stats Corner and finally some news about the Who's He? Podcast!
In the last video podcast of 2018, Phil takes a look at the effects of not falling back on tried and tested monsters and aliens to launch a new Doctor to the waiting world and past attempts at finding that monster that is just as good as the Daleks.
This is it folks, the finale of Jodie Whittaker's inaugural season of Doctor Who, The Battle of Ranskoor Av Kolos. This is also the return of Chris Chibnall on writing duties and also his first season finale as show runner, so how does he hold up? Is the usual universe threatening extravaganza we're all come to expect or this is a quieter affair? Well, Phil and Paul provide their thoughts on this story and also how they found the series overall.
Also included this week is a special feature in which Phil reviews The Doctors: Villains! DVD.
And in the news, there will be no series in 2019, the Macra Terror has go the animated treatment, pointless awards news and of course Omega's Stats Corner.
We would like to wish all of our listeners a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
A creepy house in a Norwegian wood? A monster lurking in the undergrowth? Well, not exactly as It Takes You Away, the penultimate story of this season of Doctor takes you away to a lonely universe populated with a character from Babylon 5 and Hypnotoad! But it certainly made for an interesting episode of Doctor Who with Sapphire and Steel undertones!
And in the news this week, we say goodbye to Andrew Burt, more Tom Baker blu-ray news and of course there is Omega's Stats Corner!
Running away from angry villagers wielding pitchforks and flaming torches, Phil and Paul bravely avoid the ducking stool to bring you their review of The Witchfinders, the latest episode of Doctor Who. This week Phil and Paul are in two minds over this historical romp as this was a particularly grim time in British history and does this story do it justice?
And in this news this week there are returning Doctor Who characters to Big Finish, Tom Baker releases the long gestating Scratchman in book form, we say farewell to British character actor George A. Cooper and of course it's Omega's Stats Corner.
Kerblam! Yes, I can't believe that's the title of this weeks episode of Doctor Who for Phil and Paul to take delivery of. But take delivery they do and in this satire of a well known online store and it's ethics, both of our reviewing duo feel a bit non plussed but kind of enjoyed it at the same time. Does that make a good episode though? Listen to find out!
And in a slow news week, the lads indulge in rumours with stories of series 12 of Doctor Who apparently confirmed by the BBC for 2019 but also paired with rumours of a shorter series and Chibnall and Whittaker leaving!
After last weeks divisive episode of Doctor Who, this week the lads take a look at Demons of the Punjab by Vinay Patel. In this non-Chibnall written story, has this got this series of Doctor Who back on track as far as Phil and Paul are concerned? And does this tale set during the partition of India in 1947 make Doctor Who too political and PC as some quarters are trying to suggest? Listen to find out what they thought!
And in the news, Barrowman is going to enter the jungle, the Doctor Who Experience is making a comeback, there are the dreaded stats and in Omega's Tat Corner there is a 13th Doctor 5.5 inch figure heading our way and there is festive tat!
Oh dear. In this weeks show a downcast Phil and Paul get puzzled by The Tsuranga Conundrum written by Chris Chibnall. After last weeks middling story, the lads were hoping things were going to pick up again but what did we get? A story that appears to have split opinion and has lead fans calling for Chibnall's head! But do Phil and Paul agree? Listen to find out what they thought and also what the listeners thought in the listener feedback section!
And in the news, we're getting a New Year special rather than a Christmas special this year, the Paternoster Gang return to Big Finish and of course Omega's Stat's Corner.
This week Phil and not so much Paul sit on their chairs with their feet up off the floor in terror to look at episode 4 of Doctor Who, Arachnids in the UK. So after 3 pretty solid episodes, does this story make it 4 out of 4 for our reviewing duo or does it get flushed down the sink like all spiders should (according to Phil that is)?
And in the news this week we say goodbye to ex Doctor Who producer Derrick Sherwin, there's stats in Omega's Stats Corner and there is tat of the sweetie kind in Omega's Tat Corner that causes Phil and Paul to become confused.
In this special and fairly Doctor Who free edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil interviews actor, writer, comedian and of course podcaster Toby Hadoke about his upcoming adaptation of Nigel Kneales The Road for BBC Radio 4. Also, Toby talks about his commentaries for the blu-ray release of Quatermass and the Pit and also his recent play for BBC Radio 3 Going, Going Goon celebrating the centenary of comedian (and Phil's hero) Spike Milligan.
You can hear The Road on BBC Radio 4 on Saturday 27th October at 14:30.
The Quatermass and the Pit blu-ray is released on 5th November.
Going, Going Goon can be heard on the BBC Radio iPlayer.
In this weeks show, Phil and Paul turn their attention to one of the most important episodes of Doctor Who - Rosa written by Malorie Blackman and Chris Chibnall. In this historical story of an event that started the civil rights movement in the USA, what does this story teach us of how we treat fellow human beings and is it still relevant today?
And in the news this week, we see the return of some beloved characters to Big Finish and of course there is Omega's Stats and Tat Corners!
In this weeks show, we bring you more stats and tat in Omega's Stats and Tat Corner and also an update on the William Hartnell blue plaque that received its grand unveiling.
And then it's down to business as Phil and Paul tackle the latest episode of Doctor Who, The Ghost Monument written by Chris Chibnall. So does this story suffer from that familiar 2nd episode syndrome and what about the new TARDIS interior, hit or miss? Listen to find out what the lads thought and of course what our listeners thought in a bumper edition of listener feedback!
Doctor Who is back with the very highly anticipated debut of Jodie Whittaker as the 13th Doctor in The Woman Who Fell to Earth! So after all the months of waiting, does this latest Doctor surpass all expectations or was it just like all the naysayers were predicting? And how does Chris Chibnall make his mark on the series? Phil and Paul talk about this and much more in the bumper edition of the podcast!
Not only that however, we have listener feedback, Omega's Tat Corner and an unwelcome bout of the of the dreaded stats in Omega's Stats Corner!
In this weeks episode it's all go as since the lads have been away, we have had a new trailer for series 11 and a confirmed air date of Sunday 7th October for Jodie Whittaker's debut as the Doctor! So Paul and Phil are quite excited about this but this wouldn't be the Who's He? Podcast without Phil voicing some concerns!
But this main reason for the pair of them getting back together after an extended break, is to talk about the Target novelisation of The Enemy of The World by Ian Marter which the pair of them seem slightly disappointed about. Listen to find out why!
Also included this week, we lost three more people connected to Doctor Who, Missy is going to Big Finish, Paul shows off his rampant sexism and disdain for the working classes and of course, Omega's Tat Corner!
On this weeks podcast, Phil and Paul travel back once again to wartime London with a look at The Doctor Dances. This is pretty much a love in as our reviewing pair heap on the praise for this Steven Moffat story and really cannot find anything negative to say about it!
But in the news this week, it's a sad time as we lost both actress Jaqueline Pearce and Production Designer Michael Pickwoad which has shocked and saddened in equal measure.
Also in the news, Big Finish has announced how it will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next year and will series 11 start in September or October?
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast, we bring you long forgotten footage of deceased monster actor Hamilton Prickwillow from 1978.
This week Phil and Paul tackle Nekromanteia from Big Finish. And oh dear, what a mistake they made by selecting this one! With a story that has some very suspect portrayals of women that that basically concludes with 'don't trust a woman', neither Paul nor Phil hold back with their views on this very disappointing story that contains far too many characters and double crosses and annoying cackling witches!
And in the news this week, we say goodbye to Alan Bennion, filming has wrapped on series 11 of Doctor Who, news that a Doctor Who Children in Need special is being filmed, Big Finish are reuniting Tom Baker, Lalla Ward, John Leeson and Matthew Waterhouse in a new series of 4th Doctor adventures and the DWAS are funding a blue heritage plaque for William Hartnell.
In this special Who's He? Video Podcast, Phil looks that the new 13th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver from Character and takes you through the features of this new toy and explains the differences between this and the version from Seven20 which is available in North America.
This week the lads return to the era of the 9th Doctor and The Empty Child written by Steven Moffat. In this story of ghostly gas mask wearing children in the London Blitz of 1941, there is much still enjoy since this was first aired in 2005, with the writer, director and actors all on top form but somehow the conversation turns to the state of Phil's bottom. Listen to find out how that happened!
And in the news it's San Diego Comic Con all the way with a new series 11 trailer, Chris Chibnall sets out what we can expect in series 11 and there is loads of new tat for Omega's Tat Corner!
In this episode recorded on a very hot Sunday afternoon in London, Phil and Paul decide to read The Edge of Destruction and discuss its merits with Betty Swollocks. While the televised version is not well regarded and dismissed as a time filler with a weak resolution, Phil and Paul defend this story and highlight just how much the book improves on the concept.
And in the news this episode, the BBC seek legal action over the leaked clip of series 11, we could be getting a series 11 trailer this week, the chances of an episode of Doctor Who on Christmas Day may have increased, we say goodbye to Helen Griffin and in Omega's Tat Corner the BBC have opened an Aladdins Cave of tat!
In this episode, Phil and Paul grab some forged passports and tunnel their way out their cells to review Colditz by Big Finish. In this 7th Doctor and Ace story that features a future Doctor and introduces the character of Dr. Elizabeth Klein, the reviewing duo (well, Phil really) go off track with discussions on World War 2 themed toys of their youth, how warnings from history are being ignored or airbrushed from existence and how just how dangerously close we are to repeating the same mistakes that 1930's era Germany made. Oh, and they talk about the story itself of course!
And in the news, the new Doctor Who cast will appear at this years Comic Con in San Diego and we say goodbye to British soap legend Leslie Grantham.
And in a little bonus, the lads talk about their trip to the BFI to see the UK premiere of the blu-ray edition of Genesis of The Daleks!
Once again Phil and Paul dip their toes into the waters of the Eccleston era with a look at Father's Day written by Paul Cornell. As neither of our reviewing duo had really watched this episode since broadcast, do they think this story adds to the Doctor Who family or does it raise some serious Daddy issues? Listen to find out!
And in the news, classic Doctor Who on Twitch is all the rage while modern Who is alive again on the BBC iPlayer, BBC Maida Vale studios are to close and in rumour news a series 11 trailer to air after Englands first game in the World Cup?
The chaps at the Who's He? Podcast are celebrating a milestone in this episode! This is their 300th official podcast (discounting vidcasts and specials of course!) and also a belated celebration of their 7 years of podcasting.
So join the original Who's He? trio of Phil, Paul and Tony and settle back and listen them commenting the Daleks first big screen outing Dr. Who and The Daleks featuring Julian Clary cosplayers, Roy Castle mucking about and marvel at the three of them drinking delicious life giving alcohol!
The chaps would also like to thank all the listeners that have stuck with them over the last seven years and for getting them to episode 300!
This week Phil and Paul travel back to Tudor times with The Marian Conspiracy from Big Finish. And while it has taken them a month later than planned to chat about this story, they both tackle this with their usual fervour and are both full of praise. Yes, praise!! Maybe the break did them good?
And in the news, there is list of of series 11 directors to talk about and in a lengthy Omega's Tat Corner, it's Dave Hill from Slade and a new range of 5.5 inch figures!
In this episode, Phil takes a quick look at forgotten director Wainscutting Mimsy and his troubled association with Doctor Who.
In this bonus episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil drags James Rockliffe from the Doctor Who Podcast out of podcasting retirement to discuss podcasting and Doctor Who fandom. Is podcasting still necessary for Doctor Who fandom and is there a future for it? What shape shall podcasting take and what do people do it for? For fun, a career or just downloads? Listen in to find out!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast, it's a very Christopher Eccleston themed edition where we look at The Long Game in our ongoing series 1 retrospective. But not only that it's Eccleston all the way in this weeks news also, with more on why he left Doctor Who and also his upcoming appearance at this years London Film Comic Con.
But in our review of The Long Game, the lads focus on the power house companion Adam and just how little he brings to the table.
This week, Phil and Paul plunge into the depths of the murky waters of Target and come bobbing up to the surface with a look at the novelisation of The Sea Devils by Malcom Hulke. And in a surprising turn of events, our intrepid duo don't agree on this book. But which one thought it was a majestic blue whale of a book and which one thought it was a wet haddock? Tune in to find out!
And in the news, we say goodbye to Ken Dodd, Dorka Nieradzik and Peter Miles, Christopher Eccleston opens up and what happened between him and the BBC after he left Doctor Who and in a welcome return to Omega's Tat Corner, it's handbag tat!
This week, Phil and Paul listen to another audio story from Big Finish and this time it's Creatures of Beauty starring Peter Davison and Sarah Sutton. Of course this being a Big Finish review, there will be spoilers a plenty but this time our reviewing duo had a tough time not giving away the plot of this non-linear tale of pollution and genocide, so settle back and listen to two bewildered Doctor Who fans and their stream of consciousness!
And in the news this week, it's plenty of series 11 news with a new logo and when the series will air, Murray Gold and Jamie Mathieson confirm they are not returning to Doctor Who and there is also news of some new Target novelisations!
Fresh from his trip to the Gallifrey One convention in LA, Phil brings back a little pressie in the form of an audio commentary for Planet of Fire.
Featuring special guests Paul Heath and Peter Murphy from the much missed Pharos Project, plus Nick "Australian Nick" James (plus a late appearance by Felicity Brown), this commentary is not for the squeamish or the easily offended as this episode earns a well deserved "explicit" tag. So if you are of a nervous disposition, I would advise you look away now! If not, sit back and enjoy the our drunken ramblings.......
In this latest edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast, Phil takes a look at how extras and actors have dominated scenes in Doctor Who with their special brand of ACTING!!
Once again Phil and Paul return to the Christopher Eccleston era with Dalek in their never ending series 1 retrospective. Regarded as a modern classic of Doctor Who, how does this story of a lone Dalek hold up after 12 years? Listen as our intrepid duo discuss what they felt about this story on first watch in 2005 and how the little nod of continuity in this episode moulded Doctor Who of now.
And in the news, a competition on BBC Radio 1 to be at the premier of the 13th Doctors first story, DVD news from the Myth Makers team, we say goodbye to the mighty Peter Wyngarde and Jeremy Wilkin and in Omega's Tat Corner, some late festive tat!
In the first podcast of 2018, Phil and Paul turn their attentions to the written word with the Target novelisation of Genesis of the Daleks by Terrance Dicks. In this classic story of the Daleks creation, the lads find much to enjoy but does the fact the TV story is so iconic, it ruins this book? While the pair of them to try to wrestle with this weighty topic, Paul takes it upon himself to ruin this classic story for everyone!
And in the news this week, a few morsels of information for series 11, a narrowly avoided legal dispute involving the name Lethbridge-Stewart, we say goodbye to David Fisher and Bella Emberg and to round things off, an unwelcome trip to Omega's Stats Corner!
This is it everyone! We finally say goodbye to Peter Capaldi and hello to Jodie Whittaker in Twice Upon a Time, this years Doctor Who Christmas Special. But did Phil and Paul find this to be special or were they overcome with a case of Christmas humbug and why does Phil feel particuarly troubled at the how the 1st Doctor was written? Well, there is only one way to find out and that's to listen to this latest episode of the Who's He? Podcast! And if you haven't watched it yet, there will be spoilers abound!
And instead of the news, we have stats in the unwelcome return of Omega's Stats Corner!
And lastly we just want to wish all our listeners a very Happy New Year and we will see you in 2018!
Jingle bells, Batman smells, Robin laid an egg! Yes, it's nearly Christmas so that means it's time for the Who's He? Podcast Christmas Special! So sit back and relax and listen as Phil, Paul and Tony mutter their way through K9 and Company in a festive audio commentary! Amongst the devil worship and sacrifice and an entire village getting drunk and smoking themselves to death, our intrepid trio hold up in the face of adversity (with the help of good old fashioned booze!) and bravely try to be informative with what was on telly and what was the Christmas number 1 on 28th December 1981.
Incidentally, a happy Christmas to all of you at home!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast, Phil presents his top 5 examples of stunt casting in Doctor Who.
In this episode Phil and Paul plug in their earphones and listen to Sword of Orion from Big Finish. In this story of salvage, smuggling and Cybermen, the pair of them find plenty to enjoy in this very early 8th Doctor audio adventure. But beware, there are spoilers aplenty in this review (it was released in 2001 after all!), so listen at your peril!
And in the news, the air time for Twice Upon a Time is known, another international showing of the Christmas special is announced and series 11 is getting a cinematic makeover!
In an episode that Phil and Paul have been dreading, they are forcibly sat down and made to watch World War Three in their continuing series 1 retrospective. With badly acted news reporters, Mickey's chip shop condiments and the ridiculous Slitheen, the pair of them try their damnedest to find some good in this story!
And in the news, screenings of the Christmas special are to occur in Canada and the North of England, Shada DVD news, we say goodbye to Keith Baron and Rodney Bewes and in Omega's Tat Corner there is an item of tat that you can pull nice and tight around your neck!
In this episode, Paul and Phil scrape the bottom of the Doctor Who barrel and decided to tackle the Target novelisation of Time Flight, written by Peter Grimwade. And do you think the book will be any better than the televised version? Do you think the book will address the racist caricatures that were present in the TV serial? Do you think the book will.....oh don't bother! Just listen to be disappointed, as if you were expecting anything else?
And in the news this week, we say goodbye to three Doctor Who alumni, Jodie Whittaker's 13th Doctor Costume is revealed, there are some NuWHo Target books on the way and in a return to Omega's Tat Corner, there is some quality timekeeping tat!
A wet and soggy Phil and Paul (recently released from prison) come up for air and review Prisoners of the Lake from Big Finish, the first in their Third Doctor Adventures series. Both of our intrepid reviewers find themselves transported back to Saturdays nights in the 1970's in a story that could only be written for the third Doctor and Jon Pertwee but did Tim Treloar manage to recreate that Pertwee magic?
And in the news, the pair of them catch up with recent events with the casting and director news for Series 11, a River Song Big Finish update and Shada being shown in Australian cinemas.
In this episode Phil is joined by the wonderful Erika Ensign from the Verity Podcast. And in the wake of Class being cancelled recently, they decided to sit down and chat about the various Doctor Who spin offs that have been made for TV starting with K9 and Company and right up to date with the aforementioned Class and also just how the TV stations in their respective countries treated some of these series. It might not be as different as you think!
And you can find Erika's podcasts below:
Verity Podcast - https://veritypodcast.wordpress.com
Lazy Doctor Who - https://www.theincomparable.com/lazydoctorwho/
Audio Guide to Babylon 5 - http://b5audioguide.com
Total Party Kill Podcast - https://www.theincomparable.com/tpk/
Uncanny Magazine Podcast - https://uncannymagazine.com/type/podcasts/
Beginners Puck - https://www.theincomparable.com/puck/
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, we have our third and final interview recorded at the Whooverville 9 convention in September.
This time, we chat to the wonderful Wendy Padbury about her life and career and she reveals her unhappy experience working on a classic British horror film.
Thanks again to the guys at Staggering Stories for letting me sit in on the interview:
Staggering Stories Website:
https://www.staggeringstories.net
Phil and Paul return once again to the past with their series 1 retrospective with a look at Aliens of London by Russell T. Davies. In this tale of alien invasion and copious amounts of farting, how does this story hold up now? Well, Phil thought time was kinder to it then he remembered but Paul, well, he's not a fan of soap operas it seems!
Also, we have an interview with Hayden Gribble from the Diddly Dum Podcast who talks about his new book Child Out of Time: Growing Up With Doctor Who in The Wilderness Years.
And in the news, Shada is getting the animated treatment and we say goodbye to Trevor Martin.
Find information on Hayden's book here.
In this special Who's He? Podcast, we bring you another interview conducted in September at the Whooverville 9 convention in Derby. This time, Phil sat down with Karen and Adam from the Staggering Stories podcast to interview Doctor Who Production Designer Michael Pickwoad.
Also included this episode is a review of the latest in the The Doctors DVD series from Koch Media, The Tom Baker Years.
You can find the Staggering Stories Podcast by clicking on the link below:
https://www.staggeringstories.net
In this episode Phil and Paul have another crack at a Target novelisation with The Greatest Show In The Galaxy by Stephen Wyatt. As neither Phil nor Paul are particular fans of McCoys era on TV, they were both afraid that this read would be a struggle. However, as Phil has a soft spot for this story and Paul doesn't it didn't bode well for this review but the pair of them surprised each other when they started talking and they also decide who Peggy Mount could take in a fight.
And in a change to the normal schedule, Phil talks to writer Andrew Smith about Doctor Who and most importantly his 10K run in aid of the Lily Foundation, a charity that is very important to him. So sit back and enjoy and don't forget to donate!
Andrew Smith Just Giving Page:
www.justgiving.com/fundraising/andrew-smith248
Twitter: @Andr3wSmith
The Lily Foundation:
www.thelilyfoundation.org.uk
Twitter: @4LilyFoundation
In this special edition of the Who's He? Podcast, a very nervous Phil talks to legendary Doctor Who producer Philip Hinchcliffe at the Whooverville 9 convention in Derby.
As well as discussing his time on Doctor Who, he also talks about writing scripts for Crossroads and the irritant that was Mary Whitehouse! Don't miss it!
Staggering Stories Podcast: https://www.staggeringstories.net
Tims Take On Podcast: http://timstakeon.libsyn.com
Whooverville Convention: http://whooverville.org
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast, Phil pays tribute to the Doctor Who Experience which has now sadly closed in Cardiff.
Phil also manages to slip in a bit of good old fashioned nepotism into the show as well!
Phil and Paul return to the Doctors audio adventures and this time they have selected David Tennant's and Catherine Tate's first audio adventure for Big Finish, Technophobia. In a bright and breezy review with no signs of either of them running for the hills at the sight of a microphone, both of our intrepid hosts find a lot to enjoy in this story and comment on whether this captures the essence of New Who and does it also recapture the 10th Doctor and Donna Noble relationship?
And in the news, rumour that Bradley Walsh is the new companion (which leads into a thread of "two handers"..... ooer!), RTD gets a lifetime achievement award and in Omega's Tat Corner and item of apparel that will make you stand out at any party!
After what feels like a lifetime, Phil and Paul return once again to their series one retrospective and The Unquiet Dead by Mark Gatiss. In a story that sees the writer, director and cast all on top form, it leads the pair of them to question whether Mark Gatiss output for Doctor Who requires a reappraisal. But they also question whether the alien in this story really deserved to become a villain at the end or whether the Doctors attitude towards the dead was story enough?
And in the news this week, Jodie Whittakers reactions to being cast as the Doctor, there's a Doctor Who actor celebrating a centenary, we say goodbye to Victor Pemberton and Hywell Bennett and in Omega's Tat Corner (or Tats Corner as Phil keeps saying!) it's Mr. Men tat.
It's Target time again and this time Phil and Paul have selected the behemoth that is The War Games by Malcom Hulke. So how can a 10 episode TV story translate into a very short book? Well, it appears that Paul and Phil have a difference of opinion on this one with topics such as characters that go nowhere, acting that is distracting, disappointment at the author and whether this book is best read while eating your favourite ice cream.
And in the news, the casting of Jodie Whittaker continues to be debated, the title of the Christmas Special is revealed, is Shada getting the animated treatment and the sad passing of Deborah Watling and Trevor Baxter.
In this Who's He? Video Podcast Special, we lift the lid on Doctor Who special effects man Dereck Boaring, a man who's life ended in mystery and also premier the only surviving footage of the man himself. Don't miss it!!
In this special Who's He? Podcast we discuss the breaking news that Jodie Whittaker has been cast as the new Doctor taking over from Peter Capaldi!
Hear our reactions to the news and also your reactions at the casting!
This is it folks, the last in this series of Doctor Who and Peter Capaldi's penultimate story before he bows out at Christmas, The Doctor Falls. After the fantastic World Enough and Time, does this story provide a satisfactory conclusion to the final story and the series itself? Well, Paul and Phil certainly wax lyrical about Capaldi, Mackie and Lucas and whether the Master and Missy meeting really added up to much and they also discuss THAT ending and what possibly could happen on Christmas Day?
There is also listener feedback and also one final trip to Omega's Stats Corner.
Wow. This week, Phil and Paul talk about World Enough and Time, quite possibly the finest, creepiest and most gripping episode of Doctor Who in a long time. With the Tardis trio taking Missy on a mission, what could possibly go wrong? Well, quite a lot as it goes and we're starting the Let's Not Kill Bill campaign right here!
But in the absence of any news this week, the pair of them talk about what is a spoiler and how the announcement of John Simm and the Mondasian Cybermen returning some months ago affected any surprises this series had.
Also as an added bonus, Phil reviews The Doctors: The Pat Troughton Years DVD released by Koch Media. Thanks to Witchfinder PR for the DVD.
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This week, Phil and Paul look at The Eaters of Light by returning Doctor Who scribe Rona Munro. In a tale of Scottish braves, Roman occupation and a light eating alien, there should be plenty to enjoy. But did our reviewing duo think so? Listen to find out what they thought plus what our listeners thought in our feedback section.
And in the news, Derek Jacobi is coming to Big Finish as the Master, the date has been given of when the Doctor Who Experience will close and of course, Omega's Stats Corner!
This week Phil and Paul journey to Mars with erm.. the Empress of Mars by Mark Gatiss. In this tale of Ice Warriors vs Victorian Soldiers, is this a return to form for series 10 after a couple of bumpy episodes? Well, our reviewing duo certainly have a lot to discuss with the return of an old fan favourite, more movie references than you can shake a stick at and also plenty of listener feedback!
And in the news, RTD knows who the new Doctor is and there is Omega's Stats and Tat Corner!
This week Phil and Paul reach the end of the Monk trilogy with Lie of the Land. Is this an improvement on last weeks episode and does it provide a satisfactory conclusion? You will have to listen to find out what they thought but you can be sure that they will discuss a companion shooting the Doctor, Missy and of course fake regenerations! And not only do you hear what our reviewing duo thought but also what you thought in our listener feedback section!
And in the news, Peter Sallis passes away at the grand old age of 96, Patrick Ness reveals that he won't be returning to Class and of course there is Omega's Stats Corner!
In this episode Phil and Paul tackle The Pyramid at the End of the World, the latest in this series of Doctor Who. Well, it had to end didn't it? Not the world, the run of outstanding episodes! Unfortunately neither Paul nor Phil can find many niceties to say regarding this story featuring the most inept scientific laboratory committed to TV and an endless list of coincidences that neither of them find believable. And Phil really has it in for anyone wearing a beret badly.
And in the news, Doctor Who will reach at least series 15 and will be shown in China, the BBC Store is to close, Rachel Talalay is to direct the Christmas Special and there is a truncated Omega's Stats Corner.
This week Steven Moffatt is back on writing duties with Extremis. And as usual, his writing seems to divide fandom so will this happen to Phil and Paul? After 5 weeks of cracking Doctor Who stories, will this story bring all this to an end? Listen as the pair of them solve mysteries they themselves have created and also hear what the listeners thought in our regular feedback section!
And in the news this week, Eric Pringle passes away aged 82, a new Doctor Who game for your mobile and of course, Omega's Stats Corner!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul venture into deep space with a full tank of air each and take a look at Oxygen, the latest episode of Doctor Who. And what an episode! Holding the mirror up to real world capitalism and racism, has Doctor Who ever been more political? And has the show ever taken this kind of risk with its lead character before? Find out what our intrepid duo think and also what you the listener think as well in our feedback section.
And in the news this week, the sad news that Geoffrey Bayldon has passed away, the 10th Doctor and Rose team up for Big Finish and of course there is stats in Omega's Stats Corner!
This week Paul and Phil hide under the couch as they review the haunted house themed episode Knock Knock, episode 4 of this series of Doctor Who! Co-starring the ever brilliant David Suchet, this week sees the Doctor helping Bill move house and show everyone his love of Little Mix. And were Paul and Phil scared witless? Were they reduced to quivering mounds of jelly (to be fair they both look like that anyway)? Tune in to find out!
And in the news this week, Torchwood gets a sequel to Miracle Day courtesy of Big Finish, Series 10 DVD/BluRay news, a new Doctor Who interactive game on Skype, plus Omega's Stats and Tat Corners!
In this episode, Paul and Phil put on their skating boots and head out onto the Thin Ice to review this weeks Doctor Who! Is this going to be 3 out of 3 for the Who's He? lads (ok, Phil wobbled a bit last week)? Will Peter Capaldi and Pearl Mackie continue their amazing on screen chemistry? Well, the answer is a resounding yes to both questions as they both enjoy the hell out of Sarah Dollard's 19th century set romp! We also find out what you at home thought as well in our listener feedback section.
And in the news, Steven Moffatt to attend this years Hay Festival and that's about it! But there is Omega's Stats Corner and Tat Corner to fill the void!
Smile! That's what the lads are doing whilst they review the second episode of this series of Doctor Who. But are they genuine happy smiling faces that Phil and Paul are sporting or are they the forced smiles that some of the characters were wearing this story? And as this is also Frank Cottrell Boyce's 2nd contribution to Doctor Who, do the lads think this is an improvement on In The Forest of The Night? Listen to find out what they thought and also what the listeners thought in our listener feedback.
And in a very quiet news week, episode 4 is getting a special 3D audio experience on the BBC iPlayer which leads Phil to try and explain binaural sound (he fails). And we also continue with our new feature, Omega's Stats Corner!
It's here! After an excruciating wait, series 10 of Doctor Who is finally here in the shape of The Pilot. And what a way to begin! But what did Phil and Paul make of this story that had to introduce the new companion Bill Potts and 50 years of Doctor Who to introduce to a new audience? Well, the pair of them had plenty to say and with differing opinions also. Listen to find out what they said and also to what you thought with your listener feedback.
And in the news, they finally talk about John Simm's return as The Master in series 10, what the latest in rumour control is and with a new series comes stats in a new feature of the podcast - Omega's Stats Corner!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast, Phil takes a look at the Cybermen have changed over the show's history and his idea on how to make the Cybermen scary again!
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast (originally released in February 2017), Phil laments that Peter Capaldi is leaving Doctor Who and also gets angry at the hair colour of the actors tipped to replace him.
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast (originally released in December 2016), they are proud to present the final interview with the master of Doctor Who monster acting, Hamilton Prickwillow, who sadly died after this was recorded.
In this episode of the Who's He? Video Podcast (originally released in September 2016), Phil looks at what Doctor Who toys were around for kids in the 1960's and 70's.
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast (originally released in July 2016), a legend of monster acting talks about his time on Doctor Who and the trials of working in rubber and with big headed rivals.
In this special and short Omega's Tat Corner special (originally released in June 2016), Phil looks at the new 12th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver from Character Online.
In this edition of the Who's He? Video Podcast (originally released in May 2016), Phil looks at the role of women in Doctor Who over the years.
In this first Who's He? Video Podcast (recorded and released in March 2016), Phil ponders why certain mistakes were left in Doctor Who and reveals what his favourite mistakes are through the power of acting.
It's audio commentary time! Yes, after nearly a year, the trio of Phil, Paul and Tony reconvene to talk and drink all the way through both episodes of The Rescue! Marvel once again at Tony's spurious facts based on the day of the story's original broadcast, which causes Phil to become a little worried! And at some point along the way, they also talk about The Rescue!
And in the news, Tim Piggott-Smith dies age 70, the news that Bill Potts is Doctor Who's first gay companion and a spoiler that hit the press that is so spoilery, Phil and Paul won't even discuss it!
In this Who's He? Companion Special, Phil chats to podcaster, designer and media maverick Ash Farbrother (he told us to write that) about his favourite companion - Dorothy McShane, better known as Ace.
Also, they also talk about Ash's other obessions - horror films and wrestling!
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It's Target time! Yes, Phil and Paul let rip on Eric Sawards novelisation of Attack of The Cybermen! A story where not much attacking happens and where the writer appears to be more happy writing an episode of The Sweeney than Doctor Who! However, the lads plough through and are pleased to note that there is feline action along with plenty of sewer action. And Paul cannot get Brian Glover out of his mind.
And in the news this week, a new series 10 trailer, Mondasian Cybermen return in series 10 and Phil and Paul come up with a theory as to when Peter Capaldi will actually leave Doctor Who.
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Phil and Paul once again return to their series 1 retrospective with a look at The End of The World, written by Russell T. Davies. This time, Phil and Paul have varying views on this one with Paul enjoying it and Phil a little bit more critical then he has been of late! This makes Paul go the defensive and Phil makes an admission of what happened when re-watching this story!
And in the news this week, the sad passing of actor Neil Fingleton, a series 10 teaser trailer, unsubstantiated claims that Class has been axed and in Omega's Tat Corner it's high class crystal tat!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul delve into the cloning tanks and look into the face of The King of Sontar from Big Finish. Featuring the 4th Doctor and Leela, this story has a lot that Phil and Paul enjoy but they disagree slightly on a characters actions and Paul is obviously hungry during recording as he mistakes a character for an Italian dish.
In this the news week, the lads return to Peter Capaldi leaving and all the casting rumours for the 13th Doctor and there is news on a couple of returning foes for series 10.
Well, after the lads had finished recording, the news broke that Peter Capaldi announced that he was leaving the role of the Doctor. Despite being caught on the hop, this not entirely unexpected turn of events never the less shocked certain fans but also there was the earth shattering news that Sir John Hurt sadly passed away and we also lost Philip Bond.
But once the news is discussed, it's down to business with their review of the Target novelisation of The Curse of Peladon by Brian Hayles. This is story is held in high regard by both Phil and Paul and never more relevant than it has ever been, so it was with some trepidation that Paul approached this story as he didn't want to get caught out by an appearance of King Peladon's thigh boots!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, it's back to 2005 where it all began again! Yes, this week Paul and Phil take a look at Christopher Eccleston's first appearance as the Doctor in Rose. So how does this story hold up after nearly 12 years? Just what was the impact back in 2005 and does it carry that same impact now? And are burping wheelie bins still not funny?
And in the news this week, audience figure woes continue for Class, director Rodney Bennett passes away and in Omega's Tat Corner, its board game tat!
Hooray! After what felt like an eternity, there was new Doctor Who to watch in the form of this years (or should that be last year now?) Christmas special, The Return of Doctor Mysterio. So, what do Phil and Paul make of superhero themed special? Is it Christmassy enough? Is it superhero..ee enough? Is it Doctor Who...eree (ok I'll stop now) enough? But most importantly after a year of no Doctor Who on our TV screens, was it worth the wait? Find out what they think, plus what our listeners thought of it too.
And in the news, it's the return of the dreaded stats, the series 10 trailer gets dissected by dedicated fans, more 4th Doctor adventures from Big Finish are on the way and there's New Years Honours news.
It's the Who's He? Podcast Christmas Special! And as the lads have run out of TV Christmas Specials to review (at least until The Feast Of Steven is recovered), they turn to Big Finish for help with a listen to Flip Flop featuring the 7th Doctor and Mel in a Christmas set story. It's the lads first Mel Bush audio story, so how will they find Mel now in this rather unique take on a time travel story, toned down or just as shrill as before? And just how festive is this story, does it reach the heights of an Andy Williams Christmas spectacular or as festive as a Seaside Special hosted by Peter Powell (ask your parents)?
And in the news this week, Class confirmed for a late night slot, Toby Whithouse confirmed for writing duties on series 10 and in Omega's Tat Corner it's time piece tat!
And finally, it just leaves us to say a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our listeners. Thanks for sticking with us!
This week Paul and Phil discuss the final two episodes of Class, The Metaphysical Engine or What Quill Did and The Lost. And what did they think? Were they left disappointed or is there the promise of more to come and does it deserve a second series? Join Phil and Paul as they discuss this somewhat up and down series and marvel as Phil undermines his own argument.
And in the news, the broadcast time for The Return of Doctor Mysterio, the Vashta Nerada meet the 4th Doctor for Big Finish, Delia Derbyshire has a road named after her, an unwelcome return of the dreaded stats and in Omega's Tat Corner it's festive fare all round!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a look at episodes 5 and 6 of Class, namely Brave-ish Heart and Detained. So how does the conclusion to the Shadowkin two parter fair? And what about our heroes having to divulge the truth to their friends in the claustraphobic Detained? Well to be honest, Phil and Paul are starting to struggle and compare, perhaps unfairly, the series so far to Miracle Day! A sure sign the pair of them are starting to struggle! But it's not all bad as they still find plenty of stuff to like. Honestly!
And in the news, a teaser, trailer, whatever for The Return of Doctor Mysterio on this years Children in Need and talking of the Christmas special, news of it being shown in US cinemas and Australian TV and the rumour mill starts up again about Capaldi leaving. Again.
In this weeks Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul cast their eye over episodes 3 and 4 of Class, Nightvisiting and Co-Owner of a Lonely Heart. As a lot of Doctor Who fans are undecided, love it or hate it, what do Paul and Phil think of the series so far? Has it found its feet or is still finding its way and establish its identity? Well the pair of them seem to know, so tune in to listen to them discuss, argue, laugh and sword fight (that may be a lie) their way through this weeks podcast!
And in the news this week, a colourised version of the animated The Power of The Daleks is heading our way, The Doctor Who Experience is set to close, some semi-stats for Class and in Omega's Tat Corner its time for Christmas tat!
After months of waiting, Class is finally here! So after all the reviews are out and better late than never, Phil and Paul chime in with their views on For Tonight We Might Die and The Coach With The Dragon Tattoo. Did the dynamic duo enjoy this highly anticipated Doctor Who spin off? Did they agree on absolutely everything? Listen as you might be surprised! Or maybe it's business as usual?
And in the news, the extras are announced for the Power of The Daleks download and DVD release, three original Doctor Who books are re-released by BBC Books and the sad passing of Steve Dillon.
This week, Phil and Paul read a book and talk about it! Yes, it's time for another Target review and this time they have chosen The Reign of Terror by Ian Marter to get their teeth into. And while Paul fends off fits of coughing during the recording, they both enjoy this tale of spies in revolutionary France and also make comparisions with the televised version but which fares better? Listen to find out!
And in the news, the title of this years Christmas special is revealed, a Class trailer hits the interwebs, there's awards news and the strange case of a classic series writer writing a script for series 10.
We're here! Phil and Paul have finally arrived at the end of their series 2 retrospective and Doomsday. Yes, heartstrings will be pulled and old enemies will face each other in pure fan wish fulfilment but was it worth the wait in the most arduous series review ever conducted by a podcast or were they left wanting more? Listen as Paul is dragged down to Phil's level!
And in the news, it's all about Class and the strange decision of BBC America and a long overdue return to Omega's Tat Corner.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul review Seasons of Fear from Big Finish. This 8th Doctor story featuring Paul McGann and India Fisher as Charlie Pollard sees the Doctor chasing a foe through the history of Britain who is working for an old foe. Now, while the returning foe is revealed in their spoilerific review, Paul recounts how Phil ruined the reveal for him with a simple text message!
And in the news, Phil and Paul catch up with what has been happening and it's quite a bit actually! Peter Capaldi gives away when Doctor Who will return to our screens next year, Power of The Daleks has been animated, when Class will be airing on BBC3 and Christopher Eccleston regretting not doing a 2nd series.
And breathe!
In this companion special edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil chats to Marc Atkinson from the Progtor Who Podcast about his favourite companion - Rose Tyler.
They also discuss Marc's career as a gigging musician and also about his book Eternal, so don't miss it!
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In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul turn their attention to the Target novelisation of The Robots of Death by Terrance Dicks. In this classic Agatha Christie style whodunnit set IN THE FUTURE, can Phil and Paul separate the oh so wonderful images of the TV version from the written word or is this story just too damn good in its audio visual format? And will Paul ever get those tiny cows out of his mind?
And in the so called news, rumours abound that Peter Capaldi will stay on after series 10, Doctor Who: The Movie is coming to blu-ray and Peter Davison writes his autobiography.
In this companion special, Phil talks to a returning guest and friend to the show, comedian Robbie Bonham to discuss his favourite companion - Brigadier Alistair Gordon Lethbridge Stewart!
Phil also asks Robbie about life as a stand up comedian and comedy in general. In fact they talk about this for quite some time!!
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Yes, once again Phil and Paul return to their never ending series 2 retrospective with a look at Army of Ghosts and believe me, they will be glad when it's over as much as you! So, what do they think of this episode after all this time? Well, Phil in particular seems hell bent on picking holes in this story and saving all of his ire for bluetooth headsets, while Paul reveals his ghost busting secrets!
And in what is a very slow and practically non existent news week, Doctor Who Comics to appear at the San Diego Comic Con and confirmation of Tom Bakers character in Star Wars: Rebels!
In this episode, the lads take a look at The Crimes of Thomas Brewster from Big Finish starring Colin Baker and the late, great Maggie Stables. In a story of flying mechanical insects, living planets, South London gangsters and impersonation, join Phil and Paul as they provide for your listening pleasure a spoiler ridden discussion on a story they were both looking forward to reviewing, mainly because of the fantastic Evelyn Smythe!
And in the news this week, director news for series 10, awards nominations and honorary doctorates. And in Omega's Tat Corner, a piece of tat that you just can't eat without!
In this weeks show, Phil and Paul ponder over the Target novelisation of The Krotons written by Terrance Dicks. As this is neither Robert Holmes finest script and neither is it one the 2nd Doctor's finest stories, does the book address the many issues of this story, namely poor characterisation and some really clunky baddies? Listen to find out!
And in the news, Series 10 filming is underway with some casting and crew announcements to boot, Peter Capaldi makes the ballot stages of this years Emmy's, there's Damehood news and in Omega's Tat Corner, Phil plugs the Who's He? Podcast Youtube channel and there's expensive antique tat which leads Phil and Paul down double entendre alley!
In this Companion Special Phil is joined by Jim Cameron from the Krynoid Podcast to discuss his favourite companion Leela as played by Louise Jameson.
They also discuss the Krynoid Podcast and Jim and Phil let slip dark secrets from their childhood.
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This week it's time for an audio commentary and it's no ordinary commentary. Oh no, because Phil, Paul and a returning Tony decided to sit down and watch Timelash. Oh dear. Still, it was their decision, so they bravely battle through the entire story bringing you facts from the day of the original broadcast.
But they also take stock of what is happening before their eyes and notice the generous amounts of ham, how much H.G. Wells reminds them of Adric and how one actor is channelling David Bowie.
In this weeks Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a look at Primeval from Big Finish. This story sees the Doctor and Nyssa return to Traken but are they pawns in a game being played by a vengeful god? Well, if you listen to this, you'll find out because as usual, this review is full of spoilers (it was released in 2001 after all), so listen at your peril!
And in the news, a writers room is being considered for series 11, Big Finish sees its Doctor Who and Torchwood license renewed and there's awards news!
In this weeks episode, Phil and Paul return once again to their series 2 retrospective with a review of that firm fan favourite Fear Her by Matthew Graham. Yes, it's reached that point that the pair of them have been dreading. But have either Paul or Phil changed their minds about this story or do they still detest this with every fibre of the existence and is the Olympic dream dead?
And in the news, Phil and Paul play catch up with items they have missed over the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately a few famous faces left us during that time but this is tempered with the announcement and trailer for the Doctors new companion!! And just how did this go down with fandom? And in Omega's Tat corner it's baking, drinking and watchmaking tat!
In this Who's He? Podcast Companion Special, Phil talks to a returning friend of the show, Stephen Prescott from the excellent Madman With A Box Podcast to discuss his favourite Doctor Who Companion - River Song.
Not only that but Stephen also talks about his experiences as a Doctor Who cosplayer!
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In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul return once again to the written word of Target with a look at Doctor Who and The Loch Ness Monster by Terrance Dicks. Based on Terror of The Zygons, a classic of Doctor who, Phil and Paul critique the changes made between screen and book and does it also add up to be a classic in written form also?
Also this week, Phil talks to composer and DJ Dominic Glynn who most of you should know rearranged the Doctor Who theme for season 23. Amongst other things, Dominic talks of his time working on the show and who and what inspired him to become a composer. Don't miss it!
And in the news, Peter Capaldi on series 11, the passing of another Who actor and in Omega's Tat Corner, some tat that is strangely familiar.
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5 years ago three young fresh faced lads full of optimism began a podcast called the Who's He? Podcast. And now 5 years later, those same three lads are now old, knackered, jaded and still turning out the same old rubbish but thought they would celebrate this fact somehow.
So here we go then, it's the Who's He? Podcast 5th anniversary special! And in their usual style of not bothering with anything special, Phil, Paul and a returning and completely unprepared Tony provide for your listening pleasure a commentary for The Three Doctors!
To prove they have learnt absolutely nothing over the years, they bring you the same mix of silence, bad jokes, facts from the day of broadcast and more silence.
But a very big thank you to everyone who has stuck with us over the years, we very much appreciate it!
In this companion special, Phil is joined by J.R. Southall, co-host of the Blue Box Podcast and writer for Starburst Magazine to discuss J.R.'s favourite companion Romana II.
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In this weeks edition of the Who's He? Podcast, the intrepid reviewing duo of Phil and Paul press their ears against the radiogram to listen to Crime of The Century from Big Finish. In this 7th Doctor story set during what would have been series 27 had the show not been cancelled back in the day, the lads marvel at Sylvester McCoy's trapped in a box acting and despair at the alien villains talking like surfer dudes. But did they enjoy it? Listen to find out!
And in the news, series 10 to start filming in May, some Target book re-releases, semi-stats and in Omega's Tat Corner it's Doctor Who, Willy Wonka and Sherlock tat!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul return to their series 2 retrospective with Love and Monsters. Yes, the pair of them were not looking forward to rewatching this not particularly well received story from Russell T. Davies, with Phil dreading having to watch Peter Kay and Paul dreading having to watch Marc Warren. But which one of them changed their mind about their least favourite actor and did either of them change their mind about this story?
And in a very slow news week, Steven Moffat receives an OBE and also lets slip that he is writing the 2017 Christmas special which leads Phil and Paul (with no authority at all) to announce that this will be Peter Capaldi's regeneration story. And in Omega's Tat Corner, it's blu-ray tat that everyone already owns.
In this weeks edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Paul and Phil read and review the Target novelisation of Planet of Fire written by Peter Grimwade. Yes, in a story that sees Turlough leave the TARDIS, the Master getting killed off (again) and Peri joining the TARDIS crew, the intrepid reviewing duo compare the TV version to the written word and decide that this is a saucy read due to the appearance of "the little Master". Listen to find out what that all means!
And in the news this week, Phil and Paul pay tribute to Robert Banks Stewart who sadly passed away and there's pointless awards news too!
Oh, and something about Steve Moffat leaving and Chris Chibnall taking over.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil talks to Hayden Gribble from the Diddly Dum Podcast to discuss his favourite Doctor Who companion - Jamie McCrimmon.
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In their first podcast of 2016, Phil and Paul have a listen to Legend of The Cybermen, a sixth Doctor audio story from Big Finish. In this sequel to the Mind Robber, The War Games AND the Wheel in Space, the Doctor teams up again with Zoe Heriot and Jamie McCrimmon to tackle the Cybermen in a most unpredictable place. So will Phil and Paul enjoy this rather continuity heavy story? Listen to find out but be aware that there are spoilers aplenty in this weeks podcast!
And in the news this week, Peter Capaldi and Steven Moffat hint that series 10 could be their last, Paul McGann is up for returning as the Doctor on TV and in Omega's Tat Corner, two items of tat that neither Phil nor Paul understand.
Full of booze and turkey, Phil and Paul review this years Christmas special The Husbands of River Song written by Steven Moffat. Did they find this years special to be the present they wanted from Santa or was it a disappointing pair of y-fronts from a relative they don't know? Well, if you listen to this it may be difficult to tell but they review this story with the same level of professionalism they deliver each week. In other words - none.
And in the news this week, it's the final stats of the year, the possibility of Doctor Who being made by an independent production company and in Omega's Tat Corner it's drinks related tat!
All this plus listener feedback!
Ho ho ho!! Welcome to the Who's He? Podcast Christmas Special as once again the Doctor Who specials of Christmas past are plundered to reveal The Christmas Invasion featuring the full debut of David Tennant as the Doctor. Join Ebeneezer Phil and Frosty Paul as they reminisce about the first Doctor Who Christmas special since The Feast of Steven and ponder whether this story required more of the Doctor and whether this is a stuffed tasty turkey of a Christmas story or a certifiable plum duff?
And in the news, Phil admits to his lies from the previous podcast and brings more stats to the proceedings, new writers hinted for Series 10 and one last Christmas gift in Omega's Tat Corner.
This is it folks, the series finale! Join Phil and Paul as they ponder over Hell Bent but is the review you were expecting? Was this the episode that Phil and Paul were expecting? Well, it appears not and don't hold back with what they exactly thought which could put them at odds with the rest of fandom! However, this week the reviewing duo discuss whether lots of good ideas make a good story, new sonic screwdrivers, the return of Clara Oswald and just how good did that classic TARDIS console room look?
There is also listener feedback on the finale and also some familiar voices sum up series 9.
And in the news, another update on the North American DVD release of The Underwater Menace, the annual Bonhams auction, the last stats of this year and in Omega's Tat Corner it's yet another Christmas jumper and model kit that has Phil salivating.
As this series of Doctor Who rumbles on towards it's conclusion, Phil and Paul look at the penultimate episode Heaven Sent by Steve Moffat. And what an episode! The reviewing duo are lost for words at the majesty of Peter Capaldi, Steven Moffat's script, Murray Gold's musical score and Rachel Talalay's direction! Mind you, they can't help themselves and nit pick at things that don't make sense (to them anyway) but Phil tries his hand at not one but two plot theories!
And in the news this week, the sad passing of Anthony Read, could the German DVD release of series 9 hold the key as to when it will be released in the rest of the world, the dreaded stats and in Omega's Tat Corner it's jewellery and bathroom fun!
All this plus listener feedback!
On this weeks show, Phil and Paul decide to look at the beady eye of an evil member of the crow family and Face The Raven! Yes, this is the big one folks, Clara Oswald has left the building! Or has she? Join Phil and Paul in the podcasting equivalent of a trap street and listen to them ponder over the merits of Ashildr's plan to entice the Doctor into her web of deceit and was this a good exit for Jenna Coleman and will she back?
And in the news this week, extended run times for Heaven Sent and Hell Bent, a possible R1 DVD release for The Underwater Menace and of course, stats.
All this plus listener feedback!
In this weeks edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a sleepy eyed look at Sleep No More written by Mark Gatiss. In what seems to be a story that has divided fans (no change there), they try to decide whether this story makes any sense, their views on found footage stories and whether Mark Gatiss wrote this with Condo in mind.
And in a change to the usual news section (there are still stats, so don't worry stats fans!), Phil and Paul report on their adventures at the Doctor Who Festival.
All this plus listener feedback!
After being away last week, a returning Phil and Ghostbuster Paul tackle not only The Zygon Invasion but also The Zygon Inversion in a podcast episode that Phil lovingly refers to as a "double banker". And what a 2 parter! With it's themes of tolerance, terrorism and a damn fine performance from Peter Capaldi (seriously, give that man an Oscar, a BAFTA, an Emmy, whatever! Give him something!) and Jenna Coleman, the Who's He? Podcast review what could be the best story since the show was revived in 2005 (hey, that rhymes!).
And in the news this week, Steven Moffatt quashes the rumours that series 10 will only be 6 episodes, while Peter Capaldi chastises the BBC for the scheduling times for series 9 (hey, that rhymed again, I'm on a roll!) and in Omega's Tat Corner, Character Options and Toys R Us do a deal to bring you dolly tat!
All this plus listener feedback!
This week Phil and Paul cast their eye over episode 6 of this series of Doctor Who, The Woman Who Lived. Unfortunately neither of them found this particularly entertaining but neither did they actively dislike it. What a quandary! But when you have a pointless appearance of Thundercats and one of the lead characters channelling an episode of Blackadder, there is still plenty to discuss!
And in the news this week, David Tennant and Catherine Tate are confirmed to return to their roles of the Doctor and Donna Noble for Big Finish, K9 and our very own Omega are set to star in their own feature film and in the now film superstar Omega and his Tat Corner, it's the return of festive tat!
All this plus listener feedback!
In this weeks edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul cast their eye over The Girl Who Died, episode 5 of this series of Doctor Who. And after first 4 episodes of serious Who, this week we get a light hearted romp that has got fandom talking! So sit back and listen to Phil and Paul chat about this tale of Vikings mixed with Monty Python's Holy Grail by way of the A-Team!
Also in this weeks episode, Phil talks to author Lynn Hamilton about her book Mysteries Of Doctor Who: Mythos, Speculation and Continuity and how she became a fan of the show.
And in the news, good news for Sir John Hurt, the dreaded stats and in Omega's Tat Corner it's silver tat and a jumper that should come with a health warning.
A bamboozled Phil and Paul look at this weeks offering of Doctor Who, Before The Flood. Why are they bamboozled though? Bootstrap paradoxes that's why! Yes, as they try to get their heads around this concept, they find time to disagree on the merits of breaking the fourth wall and the Doctor once again picking up his guitar. However, they do agree on a lot of things and weigh up whether this was a successful two part story and also delve into whether Doctor Who is striking the right balance for audiences old and new.
And in the news, the sad loss of Derek Ware, photographic evidence the episode 3 of Web Of Fear, the future of K9 and of course the dreaded stats! Meanwhile, Omega's Tat Corner is full of LEGO!
This week Phil and Paul review Under The Lake, the 3rd episode of series 9 of Doctor Who. And once again the planets have aligned as they both agree on this episode! But was it a return to classic stories of old and did the ensemble cast really gel? Do ghosts exist? Well, they don't answer that question but rest assured they get stuck right into this story and come out the other side with their heads held high reading listener feedback!
And in the news, a new Doctor Who spin off show was announced that caught everyone off guard, John Hurt reprises his role as the War Doctor for Big Finish which REALLY caught everyone off guard and once again Phil and Paul get an attack of stats!
This week Phil and Paul cast their eye over The Witch's Familiar, the 2nd episode of series 9 of Doctor Who. After enjoying last weeks episode (with reservations!) what will they think of this weeks tale of a duplicitous Davros, a manipulative Missy and Dalek sewers that whiff of writers block? Well, both of them have a lot to talk about, so settle back in your chairs and listen to two disgruntled podcasters moaning!
And in the news this week, the rumour that David Tennant and Catherine Tate are to join Big Finish, just what did happen to episode 3 of The Web Of Fear and in Omega's Tat Corner it's what the world has been waiting for.....Missy tat!
Doctor Who is back and so is the Who's He? Podcast! After Skype got over its little hiccup (thanks a bunch Skype), Phil and Paul at last were able chat about The Magician's Apprentice, episode 1 of series 9. And what an opening episode! Davros, Missy, Skaro, Daleks old and new and a man made out of snakes that glides around like Cliff Richard on roller skates! But what did Paul and Phil think of this story and was it worth the wait? Well, there were caveats to them enjoying this episode, in fact it has lot to do with the Doctor's guitar styling's to be exact! But towards the end both Phil and Paul start rambling like they were in a rest home for elderly gentlemen which may cause some people to switch off.
And in the news it's the return of the dreaded stats, Jenna Coleman is confirmed as leaving Doctor Who, series 9 episodes titles have been released and more Big Finish Torchwood casting news.
In an occasional series, the Who's He? Podcast talk about those people who have travelled with the Doctor over the last 50 or so years - the companions. Those people who have stepped through the doors of the TARDIS and have seen the wonder and the dangers of travelling in time and space.
In this edition, Phil is joined by Erika Ensign from the Verity Podcast and Stephen Schapansky from Radio Free Skaro who have selected as their favourite companion, Clara Oswald. They discuss why Clara is the perfect companion, just how important a strong character such as hers is to keeping Doctor Who fresh and they both pick the moments that defined Clara for them.
In their never ending quest to get through their series 2 retrospective, Phil and Paul look at The Satan Pit. After the magnificence of The Impossible Planet, is this story a satisfying conclusion or does it fall into the same pit of mediocrity that befalls many a 2 part story? However, the discussion leads Paul to wonder why the bases Chief of Security only carries one bullet and Phil tries to figure out why announcements must be made when raising shields.
And in the news, a mini prequel to series 9 is to be shown in front of the Dark Water/Death Heaven 3D cinema showings, the New York Symphonic Spectacular has been cancelled, Welsh BAFTA and Hugo awards news and in Omega's Tat Corner, some very nice looking but expensive tat!
This week Phil and Paul tackle the Target novelisation of The Awakening, that "ahem", fondly remembered 5th Doctor story written by Eic Pringle. During their discussion, they talk about cadaverous old men, cavaliers and roundheads and Phil laments that this was a missed opportunity for Doctor Who to reference one of his favourire horror films.
And in the news, a new series 9 trailer, the air time on BBC America for The Magicians Apprentice, Strax meets Jago and Litefoot in a Big Finish story and in Omega's Tat Corner, it's a tat update!
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul look at Minuet in Hell from Big Finish. In this tale of debauchery, lost identities and American politics, both Phil and Paul remain astounded at the bad accents on display but also the majesty of a Nicholas Courtney performance that lifts a very average Doctor Who story.
But in the news this week, rumours that series 10 will not air in 2016 which leads Paul and Phil to discuss the many theories that tag along with this rumour, Reece Shearsmith is cast in series 9 of Doctor Who and NASA prove they have nothing better to do than name craters on a moon after their favourite sci-fi characters.
Live from London, the Who's He? Podcast team of Phil & Paul who both live in London, return to their ongoing series 2 retrospective with a look at The Impossible Planet which doesn't take place in London. This is a classic of Who so do the lads both feel that this is still a classic or does the fact this story isn't set in London hurt it somewhat? They also wander off topic and start discussing Disney's The Black Hole and both marvel at the wonderful London accents used by the actors.
And in the news this week, a Doctor Who 3D film event that disgustingly won't be shown in London and BARB will take into account online viewing figures, especially those in London.
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To kick off this weeks podcast, Phil and Paul play catch up with all the news they have missed over the last couple of weeks which means a recap on the announcement of the series 9 premiere date and the trailer! Sorry! But there is the news that series 10 has already been commissioned, some guest announcements for the Doctor Who Festival in November and some more Big Finish news!
But once the news is out of the way, they crack on with their review of the novelisation of The Power of The Daleks. This is a change for them both as this isn't strictly a Target book and they had no DVD to compare the book to! So sit back and listen to the pair of them discuss devious Daleks, characters with no redeeming qualities and a love triangle worthy of The Love Boat!
In a momentous news week for Doctor Who, Phil takes the extraordinary step of interrupting this weeks news section with the air date for series 9, a brand spanking new series 9 trailer and a trailer featuring the Doctor for Lego Dimensions! But back in the past with the lads original news item, they try to catch up on the news they have missed over the last couple of weeks and they even try to fit in a quick soujorn to Omega's Tat Corner.
But the real reason for this weeks episode is the continuation of their audio commentary for The Stones Of Blood episodes 3 and 4. So queue more facts from the day of original transmission and Tony yet again continues with his extremely libellous facts on Tom Baker!
It's that time of year where Phil and Paul get Tony back on the podcast in a sweltering July day for an audio commentary and this time it's The Stones of Blood episodes 1 and 2. And because it was so damn hot, they chose to not do any news this week and just crack on with proceedings. So queue lots of facts from the day of original episode broadcast, Tony gives an insight into Tom Bakers treatment of the working classes and this commentary also features lots of talk about sex toys.
What have the Romans ever done for us? According to Boudica not much as Phil and Paul review the 4th Doctor Big Finish story The Wrath of The Iceni. In this story of ancient Britain and the rebellion against the empire (the Roman one that is), Phil and Paul have a little disagreement of their own as both have opposing views on this story and on the Doctor! So sit back and listen to two old gits who most likely had first hand experience of the Roman occupation.
And in the news, Steven Moffat gets an OBE, a series 9 teaser trailer, San Diego Comic Con tat that didn't make it into Omega's Tat Corner and John Nathan Turner gets his own bus.
And Phil now refers to you all as fans, not listeners as his ego runs rampant.
This week Phil and Paul give their series 2 retrospective a dusting down with a look The Idiot's Lantern written by Mark Gatiss. Both of them seem to have a bit of hard time with this one, with ropey acting and the Doctor and Rose being more smug that it is humanly possible to stomach. However, Phil gets cold feet while criticising an actor with dubious connections while Paul quickly distances himself by pinching the last lifeboat.
And in the news, the Doctor Who Festival is coming to London this November, casting and writer news for series 9 and in Omega's Tat Corner, John Barrowman gets scrutinised and a new Doctor Who Plush doll for which Paul uses to plug the all new Phil Plush doll that comes with four adorable catchphrases!
Once again Phil & Paul dip their toes into the literary world with a review of the Target novelisation of that confirmed fan fvourite Terror Of The Vervoids by Pip and Jane Baker (note the sarcasm there?). Well....I think you know what to expect from this one folks but let's go through the motions shall we? Does this book put right all the wrongs of the TV serial and does the description of the Vervoids improve on their presentation on the screen? But Phil and Paul actually disagree on the merits of the Vervoids which I think they did to liven things up a bit. However, mentions of Police Squad and Charley Farley and Piggy Malone break things up, so it's not all bad!
And in the news this week, Phil seeks Paul's opinion on Moffat staying on for another year which he missed out on during the last podcast, plus news of the Moff feeling guilty about reversing the outcome of the Time War and in Omega's Tat Corner it's tat for those cold, dark barbecue evenings!
This weeks episode of the Who's He? Podcast starts off strangely as Paul is off out and about and it's left down to Phil to present the quickest news section ever for this podcast. And all he can talk about is whinging Doctor Who fans angry at the news that Steven Moffat has signed up for series 10 and talk of the 12th Doctor fancying Clara in series 9. But let's face it, Phil loves talking about whinging fans.
But once the news is out of the way, it's down to business and Phil and a returning Paul discuss Master, the 3rd in the 40th Anniversary trilogy from Big Finish in 2003. So after enjoying Davros last time, will this be 2 out of 3 for enjoyment or will this join Omega in the not great category? But in a tale of lost memories, spooky houses, serial killers and Death itself, what's not to enjoy? Tune in to find out!
Once again it's time to for Phil and Paul to return to series 2 with their ongoing retrospective and The Age Of Steel. But after a few weeks of happiness, the podcast comes down to earth with a bump as while they find this is quite enjoyable, there is a lot wrong with it, especially for Phil who wears his grumpy face throughout this episode, with talk of Cybermen that can tip-toe and what was the point of Cybus anyway?
And Phil also keeps his grumpy face on during the news whilst talking about the return of Osgood in series 9 but gets a lot happier towards the end with the news that Doctor Who will be making an appearance in an upcoming LEGO video game.
In this weeks episode, Phil and Paul take a look at another Target novelisation with Doctor Who And The Dinosaur Invasion by Malcom Hulke. This is a story that both Paul and Phil love with a plot that has more twists and turns than a twisty turny thing and rubbish puppet dinosaurs. So did this book change any of those plots twists and did it go to any lengths to address the dinosaur factor? What did they find in addition were drunken Scotsmen, no cars of vanity and Phil trying to convince Paul of a what he believes to be a major change to one of the characters.
And in this news, more cast names and the episode total for Series 9, Doctor Who wins a BAFTA amd in Omega's Tat Corner it's pricey tat that both Phil and Paul would like to own.
In this weeks show, Phil and Paul review Davros, which is the 2nd part of a trilogy from Big Finish to celebrate Doctor Who's 40th anniversary. And what a story it is, with neither of them having a bad word to say about it, this really is a Doctor Who love in! So expect the pair of them to continue with the praise for Colin Baker but be warned....both Phil and Paul were ill during this recording, so you may catch something.
And in a bumper news section, it looks like a Doctor Who movie is on the cards (again), more from Christopher Eccleston on why he left the role and in Omega's Tat Corner, tons of Weeping Angel tat and Omega gets saucy!
After what seems like years, Phil and Paul return to their series 2 retrospective with a look at Rise Of The Cybermen. How do the pair of them feel about this story after all these years and did it stand up as a reboot of the iconic Doctor Who villain? They discuss these topics whilst also comparing the Preachers to Citizen Smith which causes Paul to delve into Google.
And in the news, the pair of them try bravely to discuss a potential spoiler without actually telling anyone what the spoiler is and in Omega's Tat Corner it's time for Pop-tastic figures and some really expensive bluetooth speakers.
In this the 200th edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul have selected a suitable Target book to review in the shape of The Five Doctors. As usual they make comparisions between the book and the televised version and try to ascertain what differences there are in this story from the pen of Terrance Dicks. Also, does anything make the book better than the broadcast story? But I'll let you into a little secret....they both like this story anyway, so expect them both to gush horribly.
And they try to play catch up with the news that haven't covered over the last few weeks which includes Peter Capaldi surprising fans at the Doctor Who Experience in Cardiff, the Hugo nominations, series 9 casting news and the future of Doctor Who on the TV.
In this weeks show, Phil, Paul and Tony continue with their commentary for The Gunfighters with episodes 3 & 4. And yet again they struggle to get through another 2 episodes of barely concealed English accents but they do bring you facts from the day of the original broadcast to liven things up and stop themselves dying from boredom.
And in a replacement for the news, Phil and Paul take the opportunity to look back 26th March 2005 when Rose was broadcast in a small celebration of the 10th anniversary of Doctor Who returning to our screens.
It's the Who's He? Podcasts 4th birthday and what better than a commentary to celebrate! Yes, Phil, Paul and a returning Tony plough through episodes 1 & 2 of The Gunfighters, that well regarded William Hartnell classic from 1966. Well I say well regarded as the brave trio manfully struggle with phoney American accents and try to bring you facts from the day of the original broadcast. In fact, they talk about that more than the episodes themselves, that's how bad it is!!
And there is no news this week, as they just wanted to get cracking with the commentary for a change.
And a big thank you to all our listeners for sticking with us for the past 4 years!!
In this weeks show, Phil and Paul look at Omega from Big Finish. This story was the first in a trilogy to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Doctor Who in 2003 and this tale featuring the 5th Doctor saw him going up against his old nemesis, Omega. But how does this hold up today? Well, if their reaction is anything to go by, not very well! And Phil is let down by Caroline Munro which makes him sad.
And in the news this week, the sad passing of another Who actor, the Saturn Awards nominations are announced, the Horror Channel comes to Freeview (which means Doctor Who for all) and in Omega's Tat Corner it's board game mania!
It's book review time once again on the Who's He? Podcast and this time they look at their first 7th Doctor novelisation with Battlefield. But oh dear, what is this? Phil starts off grumpy and sees fit to pick holes in the story? And Paul does too? And they can't help themselves with poking fun at the TV version as well? Will they change their tune before the end of the review? Listen to find out!!
And in the news this week, Phil and Paul pay tribute to Barry Newbury who sadly passed away and in Omega's Tat Corner it's ingot and umbrella time!!
Fresh from the Gallifrey One convention, the Who's He? Podcast come back down to earth with a bump as they continue their series 2 retrospective with The Girl In The Fireplace. What can they say about this rightly regarded modern classic of Doctor Who that hasn't already been said? Not much really but it does lead Phil and Paul onto a discussion about whether Steven Moffat being the head writer, Executive Producer and Script Editor of Doctor Who is a good thing and can lessons be learnt from the past?
And in a slow news week, the return of Missy in series 9, Kate Lethbridge-Stewart debuts on Big Finish and in Omega's Tat Corner it's tat for your fridges, laptops and bedroom walls.
It's the final day of the Gallifrey One convention in Los Angeles and Phil files his final report on events.
In an episode that features tears and Phil's terrible hearing, he leaves you all with gushing but hopefully rousing reasons why you should attend this most fantastic of conventions.
Yes, follow Phil on his latest adventures at the Gallifrey One convention in Los Angeles as he takes in a full day of panels!
However, do you remember yesterday when he said he would try to interview some cosplayers? Well, prepare to be disappointed as he sat on his backside all day listening to people talk, the lazy bast......
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil quickly charts his first day of the Gallifrey One convention in Los Angeles (ooh, get him!), where he blathers on about the panels he attended and the cosplaying situation.
Mind you, please be aware that this is just Phil talking on his own with no backup from anyone. It's like the podcast has done an unplugged session and by the end of this, you'll wish he had been.
In a special edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil chats to comedian, artist and cartoonist Robbie Bonham about the Peter Cushing Dalek movies, Doctor Who And The Daleks and Dalek Invasion Earth 2150AD. But along the way, Robbie tells Phil how he first got into Doctor Who, the wonders of VHS tapes, Amicus films and how dresssing up as the Doctor in public is a difficult look to pull off.
If you want to see any of Robbie Bonham's artwork, please take a look at his website:
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It's time for another Target book review and this time Phil and Paul have chosen Destiny Of The Daleks written by Terrance Dicks. Phil is not such a fan of this story, so his judgement is already quite clouded, while Paul tries to find the good story lurking beneath. While this book is the fastest release Target made after a story's transmission (and it shows!), the shabby nature of the TV serial shines through which only leads Phil to conclude that the one thing that could have saved the book and the TV serial is extra boobs.
And in the news this week, how Doctor Who fared at the National Television awards, some more series 9 updates, Russell T. Davies on writing a Doctor Who movie script and in Omega's Tat Corner it's kitchen tat and some new figures that evoke memories of a BBC newsreader from days gone by.
In this week episode, the Who's He? Podcast look at another Big Finish title The Auntie Matter starring Tom Baker and Mary Tamm. In this tale of chinless wonders, maiden Aunts and apologetic murderous robot butlers, Phil and Paul lament the fact this is the first ever story that they have reviewed that features Mary Tamm and can't believe why they haven't featured her so far and they discuss whether this story really fits in with season 16.
And in the news, there are no stats!! But there is news of Russell T. Davies of never wanting to write for Doctor Who again, some more series 9 filming news and John Barrowman announces the return of further Torchwood audio stories that gives Phil unwanted flashbacks to Miracle Day.
This week Phil and Paul finally return to their series 2 retrospective with the beloved School Reunion written by Toby Whithouse. And what a story to return to! Sarah Jane Smith and K9 make their return to the Whoniverse in a tale of old friends and tasty chips. Other topics crop up along the way with reasons why Anthony Head should have been made the Master, Rose at her most possessive and sparkling dialogue!
And in the news, the sad passing of Bernard Kay and Fiona Cummings, yet more stats for Last Christmas and in Omega's Tat Corner some beverage tat news that descends into filth.
It's the last podcast of 2014 and what else what Phil and Paul review but Last Christmas, this years Doctor Who Christmas special!! So do they make of this years festive offering? Well, they make the case for Shona McCullough to not be the next companion in the Tardis and Phil is not too sure whether the subect matter is suitable for a Christmas special and Paul, still recovering in his sick bed, wonders whether this story actually needed Santa Claus at all.
And in the news, the overnight viewing figure for Last Christmas, the future of Jenna Coleman seems to be set and the Doctor tops a BFI poll of the best sci-fi characters.
Yes, it's the Who's He? Podcast Christmas Special and once again they look back at a Doctor Who Christmas Special of the past and this year it's the turn of The Runaway Bride. And joining Phil this time is Martyn Havell from the Bad Wilf Podcast who fills in for an absent Paul. So how kindly has time treated this story of giant spiders, jilted brides, robot Santa's and Tardis car chases? Is it a case of Christmas cheer or a case of bah humbug?
And in the news, the passing of Tom Adams, a series of Colonel Lethbridge Stewart novels are announced, news of a BBC theme park and in Omega's Tat corner it's metal tat!
In this weeks episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul return to the audio stories of Big Finish with a look at the 7th Doctor story Thin Ice, the first in the Lost Stories series. What will Phil and Paul make of this cold war era story featuring Ice Warriors, East End spivs, phony Russian accents and fish fingers? Tune in to find out!
And in the news this week, this years Christmas special has a name and air time and it's the return of the dreaded stats!! Plus in Omega's Tat corner, some very expensive and cheap tat!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast we celebrate the 51st anniversary of Doctor Who as the BBC couldn't be bothered. And to celebrate, Phil and Paul go back to their Target novelisation reviews with a look at the 1st anniversary special The Three Doctors. As they look over this classic story, they ponder over certain famous quotes missing from the book version and Phil delves back into his past and gives an insight to his more violent side.
And in the news, Peter Capaldi reveals he once turned down the role of a lifetime and what he would like for the TARDIS, Bernard Cribbins receives a J.M. Barrie award and in Omega's Tat Corner, some festive tat and some rip off tat that you would need to take a payday loan out for.
In this weeks episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a look back over series 8 of Doctor Who (not series 7 as Phil stated last week!) and deliver their opinion of the series as a whole. And for once they try and have some semblance of structure to the critique but this soon goes out of the window while talking about hot topics such as plot threads that went nowhere, the real plot arc of this series and the effect Peter Capaldi has had on the show. But more importantly they vote for their favourite and least favourite episodes, plus which directors and writers they would like to see return for series 9!
And in the news this week, the final round of the dreaded stats, the extension of the TARDIS set tours into December and a little report on their visit to Doctor Who: Anatomy of a Hit hosted by the Royal Television Society.
It's the finale of series 8 with Death In Heaven by Steven Moffat. And did this finale deliver the goods and did Moffat keep his fairly good track record and deliver another quality series finish? Well, Phil and Paul really can't make their minds up in what proves to be a very argumentative episode. Yes, Phil and Paul seem quite content to contradict one another all through this and as usual Phil is angrier than most. In fact he gets so wound up, he misses plot points that Paul has to remind him of and he even stops remembering what series he has been watching!
And in the news, more stats to bore you with, award news, the BBC responds to complaints over Dark Water which naturally gets Phil riled up and in Omega's Tat Corner, more tat from Titan and the New Zealand Mint.
Dark Water, the penultimate episode of this series of Doctor Who. And this story has yet again caused fandom to to start infighting with perceived obvious plot developments and gender swapping being at the heart of all the complaints. But what of Phil and Paul? Are they also divided on their opinion? Do they agree with the complaints being levelled at this story? Listen to find out!
And in the news, the weekly drudgery of stats, the Doctor Who Experience has a problem which leads to Phil and Paul starting rumours, Welsh BAFTA's and in Omega's Tat Corner, a 5th Doctor jumper to keep you warm on those cold winter nights! Or you could just put the heating on.
In this weeks episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a look at In The Forest Of The Night, the latest and what seems to be the most poorly recieved episode in this series of Doctor Who. But what do the lads think of this one? Well to give you an idea, Phil comes up with a zombie attack ending, Paul casts a critical eye over the late night scheduling of Doctor Who - Extra and they both plan their seperate futures with Danny Pink.
And in the news this week, the sad passing of Lynda Bellingham, news of a special event for the release of the series 8 DVD/Blu-Ray boxset, the mind numbing tedium that is stats and in Omega's Tat Corner Phil encourages the audience to become criminals.
On this weeks editiion of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a look at Flatline, episode 9 of this series of Doctor Who. Does this second story penned by Jamie Mathieson live up to the majesty of his first story Mummy On The Orient Express or does this episode live up to its title and flatline? During the discussion, Phil references a film that Paul hasn't seen and also a Playstation game that Paul hasn't played. Yep, the conversation is dynamite in this one!
And in the news, the passing of two more people involved in Doctor Who, Omega's Tat Corner makes a brief return and in stat news, Phil gets flashbacks to The Love Boat again.
The Who's He? Podcast plough on with their review of series 8 of Doctor Who and this week it's the turn of Mummy On The Orient Express. After last weeks episode that divided fandom, is this a story that finds fandom reunited and more importantly do Phil and Paul show a united front also? Will Phil rant like he did last week or is it Paul's turn? One thing is for sure, they have longer than 66 seconds to decide! But the prog rock dinosaurs that they are, they still can't figure out just who Foxes is.
And in an incredibly quiet news week, they can only bring you stats!!
Kill The Moon, the most divisive of episodes this series so far! Fans either love or hate this Marmite flavoured episode but what about the Who's He? Podcast? Well, they certainly don't sit on the fence and are quite clear on what they thought but after a very long time, Phil lets rip with a rant that will most likely lose this podcast listeners! But they discuss the things that have divided opinion such as the Moon is a egg, spiders on the luna surface and the biggest question of all, where does this episode leave the Doctor and Clara?
And in the news this week, the Doctor Who Exhibition reopens its doors, The Mind of Evil to be shown in colour on Retro TV and the dreaded stats!!
This week and with some trepidation, the Who's He? Podcast reviewing duo take a look at The Caretaker, episode 6 of series 8 of Doctor Who. But why the trepidation? Well, Phil is not exactly Gareth Roberts biggest fan, so his usually well balanced (ahem) critique is under scrutiny, while Paul is much more reserved and ponders over the plot and wonders whether the alien of the week needed to be there at all? And Phil gets caught off guard by being pleasantly surprised not once but twice!
And in the news, the sad loss of Maggie Stables, more stats than you can handle, more DVD news and in Omega's Tat Corner it's rare tat time and quite possibly the most expensive and biggest item of tat ever!
In this weeks episode Phil and Paul tackle the Stephen Thompson and Steven Moffat penned story Time Heist, the latest in this series of Doctor Who and oh dear! Phil and Paul get a bit tetchy with each other during in what proves to be a fairly bumpy discussion and sit on opposite sides of the fence throwing stones at other. Yes, after what seems an eternity, a disagreement on the Who's He? Podcast!!
And in the news this week, the sad passing of Angus Lennie, loadsa stats, DVD releases that have been named "quasi tat" and in real tat news, the official 12th Doctor figure is released.
This week Phil and Paul have to pay attention and listen to this weeks episode of Doctor Who with erm...Listen. In what has been described as the scariest episode of Doctor Who ever, does the weight of expectation bear down too heavily on this story or does it live up to the hype? Phil and Paul give you their opinion in a somewhat different format this week as they are actually in the same room to record and also they attempt this review directly after watching the episode on the night of broadcast!
And in the news the sad passing of Jane Baker, a new Guinness World Record holder for Doctor Who tat, Omega's Tat Corner and as this week they are recording before the overnight viewing figures were released, they play What's The Stats for possibly the first and last time!
Foldy roldy ray do day!! Tis another week for the Who's He? Podcast and this time they review Mark Gatiss's take on ye olde legend of Robin Hood, Robot of Sherwood. And verily did Phil wax and wane with opinion of this story, the knave, while young Master Paul doth quip merrily on this episode, the Prince among fans that he is.
Meanwhile, back in the 21st century world of news items, stats, stats and more stats, the decision by the BBC to make an edit to this weeks episode, Peter Capaldi wins TV Personality of the Year at the GQ awards and in Omega's Tat Corner some tat that enables Phil to get some cheap laughs.
The Doctors arch nemesis is back in episode 2 of series 8, Into The Dalek. Does this story add anything new to the Dalek mythos and does it make the nations favourite bad guys bad again or reduced to fairground ride status? Join Phil and Paul as they dissect this story from the returning pen of Phil Ford (and Steven Moffat) and look inside a good Dalek. Or a bad Dalek, a shy Dalek, a coy Dalek, an embarrassed Dalek, a coquettish Dalek, a romantic Dalek....(alright, get on with it!)
And in the news, the sad passing of Bill Kerr which leads Paul and Phil to reminisce about the golden age of British radio comedy and yep, you guessed it, more stats!!
After months of anticipation the wait is finally over, Doctor Who is back!! Yes this week Phil and Paul review Peter Capaldi's first episode Deep Breath by Steven Moffat. But was this worth the wait? Well, Phil and Paul flip flop all over the place during their discussion over what appears to be a divisive story with each of them taking turns wearing the grumpy hat. But you will hear such topics as convincing fans of a new Doctor through the companion and past Doctors, dead end plot devices and Pauls experience with Smell-O-Vision at the cinema.
And in the news, rumours fo Jenna Coleman leaving the show at Christmas, Ordnance Survey listing locations of Police Boxes and after all this time it's the return of the dreaded stats!!
In this special episode of the Who's He? Podcast, we take a look back at Matt Smith's time in the Tardis and discuss the impact he had on the show, how he could lift mediocre stories and Paul and Phil each reveal their favourite and least favourite Matt Smith performances. However, it's not just their opinions being aired this episode as we have plenty of listener feedback as well.
And in the news this week, the Symphonic Spectacular returns down under in 2015, a teaser trailer for Deep Breath and because it's the height of summer, Omega's Tat Corner has a festive feel.
In this weeks episode Phil and Paul tackle The Spectre Of Lanyon Moor from Big Finish, released in 2000. What do they make of this 6th Doctor story of ghostly moors, evil Baronets, archaeology, nasty tea ladies and of course the Brigadier!! But be warned, this review is full of spoilers so for those of you who haven't listened to this particular story, enter at your peril!
And in the news this week, Deep Breath to be shown at the cinema, the Doctor Who Symphonic Spectacular, Peter Capaldi's interview with the Sunday Times and from the world of cheap merchandise it's news from the San Diego Comic Con and Forbidden Planet in Omega's Tat Corner.
In this weeks show it's part two of the lads commentary for Castrovalva, episodes 3 and 4. Yes, as this was recorded last week, the trio bravely continue in the sweltering London heat, drinking wine and talking nonsense as usual. However, it appears that the heat gets to Phil as he completely misses the point of the Shardovan and becomes attached to a Scotsman.
And in a hastily inserted news section, another series 8 trailer, Philip Morris and the ongoing talk of missing episodes, news on the Deep Breath DVD release in North America, the enormous DVD/Blu-ray 50th Anniversary boxset and the DWAS honour Verity Lambert.
On this weeks edition of the Who's He? Podcast they've gone beige with an audio commentary for episodes 1 and 2 of Castrovalva. During the dissection of this story, they bravely try to bring you facts of the day of original broadcast and make Tony play the guess the ratings game. The lads are also fuelled with wine which causes Phil to make a rather naughty comment!
And in the news, they catch up all the leaks from the BBC, news of a BFI showing of Deep Breath and in Omega's Tat Corner, action figures that seem to get worse the more they make.
This week, the Who's He? Podcast continue with their audio commentary for Spearhead From Space episodes 3 and 4. They bravely continue with trying to bring you a history of events from the day of the stories original broadcast date, which this week sees Phil make a rather crass comment that reduces him and Paul into a fit of the giggles and Tony just gives up. And somewhere amongst all this, they sporadically talk about the DVD they are watching.
And in the news this week......well, there is no news this week. They couldn't be bothered.
This week, the Who's He? Podcast bring you another audio commentary with episodes 1 and 2 of Spearhead From Space, Jon Pertwee's first adventure as the Doctor. In a story featuring UNIT, plastic men and Welsh hospital porters that double up as security guards, the lads try something different and try to bring you a little bit of history of events from the original broadcast dates which Tony, the wandering podcaster, gets completely wrong. Also Tony thinks he gets away with using a naughty word and fails miserably!
And in the news, the BBC confirm the air date for series 8 and the title of the first episode and there is also another teaser trailer to whet our appetites!
After their break week, the Who's He? Podcast make their triumphant return to the airwaves, with the continuation of their series 2 retrospective with a review of Tooth & Claw. What will Phil and Paul now make of this blend of kung-fu monks, Queen Victoria (gawd bless 'er) and a big ol' hairy werewolf? Listen to find out what they think and also whether this story could push the boundaries of what can be shown in a family show.
And in the news this week, Paul McGann lets slip that a sequel to The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot is in production, the Doctor Who world tour, the Doctor Who Experience is getting a revamp and John Barrowman and Julie Gardner receive an MBE each which Phil disses.
On the show this week, it's a return to Target books with a look the novelisation of The Ice Warriors by Brian Hayles. As usual Phil and Phil make comparisions to the televised version of the story and while dissecting the differences, Phil admits to reading some of the book in the style of Wallace and Gromit while Paul just shakes his head in despair (which doesn't really work on audio).
And in a very slow news week, they bring you the news that The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot is getting a DVD release, Doctor Who guided tours recommencing in Cardiff and a discussion about recent articles suggesting that Doctor Who should take a break. But all the while, the memory of Steven Moffats eyes still lingers which leads them to accuse the Moff of sleeping with the BBC.
In this weeks episode, Phil and Paul review the extremely spooky The Chimes Of Midnight from Big Finish. And please beware this week that this episode is jam packed full of spoilers! Yep, Phil couldn't help himself and ruins the plot of this Paul McGann story but gets so carried away, he ruins Christmas and Easter for children everywhere into the bargain. Also along the way Paul helps Phil out with plot and puts forward a plausible theory for a certain plot point!
And in the news this week, Doctor Who comes to Retro TV in the USA, a piece of series 8 casting news that has both Paul and Phil scratching their heads and in Omega's Tat Corner Steven Moffat lures you into buying tat with his come to bed eyes!
In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil is joined by the marvelous Erika Ensign from the Verity Podcast to discuss a Doctor Who story of her choice which is Asylum of The Daleks by Steven Moffat. During their discussion they cover Amy and Rory relationship, the way fandom kept quiet over Jenna Coleman appearing in this story, just how good Matt Smith was as the Doctor and Phil lets slip his reputation as a podcaster!
And in the news, a series 8 teaser trailer that caught everyone by surprise and The Day of The Doctor's success at last weeks BAFTA's.
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This week Phil and Paul kick off another series retrospective with a look at New Earth from series 2 and the beginning of David Tennants first full series. Listen to hear how Phil and Paul now feel about this story and whether this was good or bad series opener. And also gasp in horror as Phil letches after Billie Piper for one episode only and Paul has an identity crisis of his own.
And in the news, some more casting news for series 8 which makes Phil fear for the return of men in extremely short shorts, a David Tennant celebration in the US and Peter Capaldi makes the front cover of the Radio Times.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul return once again to the literary world with a review of the Target novelisation of The Image of The Fendahl. Probably one of the last great gothic horror Doctor Who stories produced in the 1970's, the lads compare the novel to the TV incarnation and discuss the merits of Terrance Dicks expanding of characters and also whether some of the more notorious aspects of this story make to the page.
And in another slow news week, 2 more writers are announced for series 8, Doctor Who picks up 2 BAFTA's in ceremony that is held in a pub (or so Phil and Paul like to think) and in Omega's Tat Corner, 2 items of tat, one of which gets Phil excited.
Once again Phil and Paul turn their attentions towards the Doctors adventures in audio with a look at a 7th Doctor story from Big Finish titled The Dark Flame. But is this one any good? Is this a story that will make those who dislike Sylvester McCoys portrayal of the Doctor change their minds or merely serve as another example as to why they dislike him so?
And in a very short news section this week, British Pathe release old Movietone News reels containing very some fairly tenuous links to Doctor Who, the Hugo Award 2014 nominations are revealed in which Doctor Who dominates and as it's a slow news week, the latest news in John Barrowmans attempts at dropping hints that he'd like another series of Torchwood and appear again in Doctor Who.
After what feels like an eternity, Phil and Paul finally round off their series 3 retrospective with a look at The Last of The Time Lords. Yes it's the turn of probably the most least regarded series finale in existence that the hosts of this podcast wish they could forget. However, amongst the ire and general bile, they do manage to have some fun along the with actors pulling stupid faces, the Doctors impression of Mr. Burns and at long last they read out an email sent from a listener nearly a year ago.
And in the news this week, Ben Miller joins the cast of series 8, Day of The Doctor is up for a pointless award which brings back childhood horror for Phil and in a massive edition of Omega's Tat Corner there are all sorts of nick-nacks to tickle your fancy which also gives Phil and Paul a great idea for a TV show.
On this weeks show Phil and Paul return once again to the literary world of Doctor Who with a look at the Target novelisation Doctor Who and The Space War, otherwise known as Frontier in Space. Yes, a story of two mighty empires on the brink of war and how the Doctor and Jo manage to miss all that by testing a number of different prison cells. And also during the course of their discussion, they lament the BBC budget in replacing a mighty lizard with a gentlemens scrotal sack.
And in the news this week, the sad passing of Derek Martinus and Kate O'Mara, casting news for series 8 and in Omega's Tat Corner it's time for some sexist footwear!
After ending on a cliffhanger last week, find out how Phil, Paul and Tony escaped the evil mechanical clutches of Robot Tony! Oh, there is also the small matter of the 2nd part of their audio commentary for The Brain of Morbius episodes 3 & 4. So cue more Condo jokes, more passing comments on the Baker Bulge and they also muse on an adults only version of the podcast.
The lads decided not to cover any news this week and just crack on with the commentary but there is a little interlude which features a 3rd anniversary message from The Bad Wilf Podcast that arrived too late for last weeks show.
Put out the bunting, it's the Who's He? Podcasts 3rd anniversary! Yes three years of turning out this rubbish and still no-one caring! And to celebrate we're giving you the first in a two part audio commentary for the Tom Baker classic The Brain of Morbius. But let's hand over to Condo for the rest of this synopsis:
"Condo speak now? Good, Condo like to speak! Condo like Who's He? Podcast, it remind Condo of arm. When will Condo get arm back? Condo like Omega's Tat Corner and Tony. Yes...Condo not hurt Tony. Tony pretty?"
Yes....anyway, in the news week, some more casting news and set photos for for series 8, we wish Olaf Pooley a happy 100th birthday and in Omega's Tat Corner some stylish footwear!
This week Paul & Phil return to series 3 to look at The Sound of Drums in what is probably the longest series review ever. Yes, they look back at the Master's plan to take over the world (again) and take a look at John Simm's portryal of the character. Was or is it as bad people think? Is this story as bad as Phil & Paul remember? Listen to find out whether either of them have softened their opinion of this very divisive story.
And in the news this week, BBC3 that stalwart of Doctor Who repeats is to close down, another writer for series 8 is announced which probably doesn't get the reaction the BBC was hoping for and in Omega's Tat Corner it's time for some more quality mintage!!
In this episode Phil & Paul return once again to the world of Big Finish with a look at the 2002 story Spare Parts starring Peter Davison and Sarah Sutton. This story is widely regarded as a classic of the Big Finish range so it was with much trepidation that they recorded this review. Will they agree on its classic status or is it a fuss over nothing and the hype machine has worked overtime? Listen to find out but beware, this review is full of spoilers!
And in the news this week, casting news for series 8, a cancellation of a Doctor Who tour down under, DVD news and Phil and Paul give their opinion on the missing episodes spat between Ian Levine and himself. And in a short, sharp trip to Omega's Tat Corner there is future tat!! Well, maybe.
In this weeks episode Phil and Paul return to the written word with a look at the Target novelisation of The Time Meddler. So prepare for Viking hordes, mysterious Monks, Lord Flashheart and the Doctors quest to become and alcoholic. Amongst all this though they make comparisions to the televised version and find that the author manages to shock Phil!
And in the news this week the sad passing of legendary Doctor Who director Christopher Barry, a pointless poll, some news of Philip Hinchcliffe's contribution to Big Finish and in Omega's Tat Corner some quality mintage and some not so quality action figures.
It's audio commentary time yet again and this week it's part 2 of our commentary for The Krotons, the fondly remembered fan favourite (I mean the story, not part 1 of this commentary. That was last week by the way.) that nobody really remembers very fondly. So this week they continue with episodes 3 and 4 and struggle manfully with walking cheese graters with Brummie accents and a man dressed as a tortoise. No that wasn't one of Tony's "facts", that it is what they are watching. So tune in to listen to 3 grown men sitting in silence for long periods of time and only coming alive when something exciting happens or when they get a sniff of beer.
And there's no news this week as they couldn't be bothered. No not really, not a lot happened to be honest.
It's that time of the month when the Who's He? Podcast look to providing you all with an audio commentary and for your delectation, they have selected The Krotons! So thrill as Phil, Paul and a returning Tony sit down and suffer episodes 1 and 2 of this fondly remembered fan favourite (was the sarcasm filter working there?). During this episode they ponder the existence of Brummie sounding South Africans, glam rock gods and whether or not you can still buy Cadbury's Smash.
And in the news this week, Doctor Who scoops a few awards, Phil gets disappointed at The Web of Fear DVD, an update on Christmas Log the lonely K9 knockoff and in Omega's Tat Corner the new 12th Doctor action figure is discussed and compared to an obscure 1970's pop star and a night light that is billed as some kind of personal attack button.
After what seems like an eternity, Phil and Paul return their retrospective of series 3 with a look back at Utopia. With what is widely regarded as one the best episodes of Doctor Who since it's revival in 2005, does it still excite or has time not been kind to this story of The Masters resurrection? While Paul is still under the weather and Phil at one point comes over all James Lipton (I just read that back. Eurgh!), the lads certainly have a lot to talk about!
And in the news this week, the sad passing of Roger Lloyd-Pack, the end of online role playing game Doctor Who: Worlds in Time, more on set spoiler photos of series 8 and in Omega's Tat Corner it's everything you need for tea.
In this weeks show, Phil and Paul return to the world of Big Finish with a look at the Tom Baker story Energy of The Daleks. After weeks of both of them stating that they had never got round to listening to any of Tom Bakers audio stories, now that they've finally listened to one, what do they think? Well, during the course of their discussion subjects such as actors getting their groove back and Dimensions in Time are raised in an attempt to drag out the review of a very short story!
And in the news this week, the final viewing figures for The Time of The Doctor are revealed, series 8 begins filming, Steven Moffat's vision for the 12th Doctor and in Omega's Tat Corner it's a sale. A MEGA SALE!!
For their first podcast of 2014, Phil and Paul decided that it was high time that they did another Target book review. So what did they pick? The Twin Dilemma that's what!! In a vain attempt to discover whether Eric Sawards novelisation improves on what is probably the most least regarded Doctor Who serial, they discover abandonment of the original plot, pointless back stories for characters and things, depression all round and a mystic cat.
And in the news this week, Gareth Roberts will be on writing duties for series 8 which gives Phil flashbacks to the horror that is Craig Owens, a couple of Australian centric items and a quick peek into Omega's Tat Corner with the latest in t-shirt news!
This is it, the big one! In this episode of the Who's He? Podcast we say farewell to Matt Smith and finally say hello to Peter Capaldi in our review of The Time of The Doctor. While everyone should just be congratulating Matt Smith on a job well done, fandom seems set to implode yet again in what is currently a very divisive episode. So what is Phil and Paul's take on matters? Will Phil revert to type and declare this the worst episode EVAH!? Will Paul take a more lenient approach? Tune in to find out what they think but rest assured that Phil (and to a certain extent Paul) get in a few barbed comments about fandoms course for self destruction.
And in the news this week....STATS!! Oh, and a farewell message from Matt Smith.
We also want to wish all our listeners a very Happy New Year!!
It's the Who's He? Podcast Christmas special and as usual they take a look at a Doctor Who Christmas special from years gone by and this time it's the turn of Voyage of The Damned, the Kylie Minogue vanity project. So get in a festive mood as Phil and Paul review this story in a subjective and respectful manner and extol the virtues of this Christmas classic for the ages. Oh and the word awful is used. A lot. One hell of a lot as a matter of fact!
And in the news this week The Time of Doctor has it's DVD & blu-ray release announced, The Moonbase DVD reveals it's special features, director news for series 8 and in a sad tale for festive season, Christmas Log the lonely K9 knock-off is abandoned in Plymouth. All togther now, "aahhhhh".
And lastly, a Merry Christmas to all our listeners!!
In this special mini episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil returns once again to the world of gaming with a review of Doctor Who: Legacy, the latest attempt at transferring the show into a gaming format. Listen to find out if Phil is favourable of this latest attempt or does he think that it joins the long list of Doctor Who games sent straight to gaming purgatory.
This week Phil and Paul wrap up the Destiny of The Doctor audio series with a review of the final story in the series, The Time Machine read by Jenna Coleman. Well they do after a false start as Phil leaps into the future and announces he's reviewing The Time of The Doctor which surprises Paul somewhat. Anyway, when they finally get down to business, they tackle whether this is a fitting end to the Destiny of The Doctor series and does it tie up all the loose ends?
And in the news this week, a brand new trailer for The Time of The Doctor, a petition to name a recently discovered planet Gallifrey and in an international themed Omega's Tat Corner, two items of tat for our North American listeners that have either sold out or not yet available for Christmas. Well, not this Christmas anyway!
This week it's a mammoth review of everything but The Day of The Doctor! For 85 minutes Phil and Paul cover The Night of The Doctor, The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot, The Last Day, An Adventure in Space and Time, The Day of The Doctor After Show Party and the Doctor Who Celebration weekend at London's Excel Centre (phew!!). Yes they discuss an awful lot in this podcast, so sit back, fill your pipe with your favourite shag and enjoy!
And in the news this week, the time is confirmed for the showing of The Time of The Doctor on BBC1, the special effects team is confirmed for Peter Capaldi's first season and in a bumper edition of Omega's Tat Corner there are more Christmas ideas than you can shake a stick at and one particular piece of tat will spice up the bedroom!
Here it is folks, we've finally got round to reviewing the 50th Anniversary spectacular, The Day of The Doctor. So what did Paul and Phil reckon to this multi Doctor story? During their discussion they touch on the dangling Zygon plot thread, the necessity of an extra Doctor, the fan reaction to "Rose" and who is Tom Baker?
And in the news this week it's stats!! And Michael Grade is still a stubborn old sod.
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talks to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In the last interview of this series, Phil chats to Paul Heath from The Pharos Project about his memories of growing up reading the Doctor Who Target novelisations, how he evetually started watching the TV series and how The Pharos Project morphed from being a pure Doctor Who podcast into embracing all things geek.
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The 50th anniversary celebrations have begun!! In this special episode we review the anniversary offering from Big Finish in the form their multi Doctor story Light At The End. Will this story improve upon previous multi Doctor stories or will it be another jumbled mess attempting to cram in as many continuity references as humanly possible? Never fear though as Phil and Paul give your their usual forthright opinion and Phil makes a complete balls up of explaining the plot!
However, you must bear one thing in mind! This review does contain spoilers, so if you haven't listened to Light At The End you have been warned!!
On this weeks podcast Phil and Paul return once again to their series 3 retrospective with a look Blink written by current show runner Steven Moffat. Just how much did the two of them enjoy this story and does it still hold up as the monumental fan favourite? Listen to find out and also hear them begin to on a journey down memory lane before they both get slapped back into the present day.
And in the news this week, the guest list of the 3 day convention in November is announced along with a convention showing of Day of The Doctor, rumour news on Peter Capaldi only staying for 13 episodes and Phil shows his disappointment on not seeing Nicola Bryant.
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talks to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this, the penultimate interview of this series, Phil talks to James Rockliffe of The Doctor Who Podcast about the importance of Big Finish, his first memories of watching Doctor Who and how Bernard Cribbins called him out of the blue!
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This week the chaps bring you the second part of their audio commentary for the Jon Pertwee story The Daemons episodes 3 to 5. It's business as usual with long periods of silence and bad jokes but also with Sargeant Benton getting a kicking from a 1970's ventriloquist and Tony's facts on Matthew Corbett finally get their payoff.
And as this was recorded last week they pretend there wasn't any news to talk about but then Phil invades from the future and brings you news on what happened in the week with the early release of the Big Finish 50th Anniversary story Light At The End and what is happening at the BFI!
After an extremely long period, it's audio commentary time! This go around, Phil, Paul and a returning Tony tackle The Daemons, episodes 1 & 2 in the first of a two part commentary. And even after such a long time between commentaries, the three of them have learnt nothing. It's still shambolic and they barely pay any attention to what they are watching as Tony unleashes his "facts" on Matthew Corbett and his contribution to the set design of The Daemons and thrill as they watch a U.N.I.T member phone a chat line.
And in a very slapdash news section this week, they cast their eyes over the 50th Anniversary trailer shown on Saturday night, Moffat's teasing over the amount of regenerations, what really happened with that casting rumour on Ben Daniels, some 50th Anniversary cocktails and in Omega's Tat Corner there is one helluva lot of mintage.
In this weeks show Paul and Phil have browsed the book shelves and stumbled across the Target novelisation of An Unearthly Child to review. Is this book up their with Terrance Dicks better novelisations or is it just a bland translation of the TV serial? Along the way, they discover that fate decided just how this book would turn out.
However, all of this pales into insignificance as the big news this week is that 9, count them, 9 episodes of previously missing Doctor Who stories from the Troughton era have been returned to the BBC and were released to the excited public. So tune in to hear Phil and Paul throw pessimism to the wind and hear them embrace optimism and celebrate this wonderful news. And also, Neve McIntosh wants to sex up Doctor Who. Ooer missus!!
This week Phil and Paul return to the Destiny of The Doctor audio series with the penultimate story Death's Deal read by Catherine Tate. There is plenty to enjoy for the pair of them this week as they both agree on this fantastic story and discuss some of the highs and lows of this series so far.
Also this week, there is a discussion on the Who's He? Podcasts recent trips to the BFI Doctor Who 50 10th and 8th Doctor events where they give their views on the stories shown and the Q&A panels that followed.
And in the news this week, the offical announcement of the 50th Anniversary global broadcast, the national press insisting that over 100 missing episodes have been found (a friend of our source said), Paul McGann's tweet about providing a voice over for Matt Smith and Phil gets more than he bargained for when discussing a news item on Kate O'Mara wanting to return as the Rani!
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talks to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this edition, Phil talks to Warren Frey of Radio Free Skaro and discusses the attempts at Doctor Who video games, how Radio Free Skaro came about, the casting of Peter Capaldi and yes, fandom!!
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In this weeks show Phil & Paul continue with their series 3 retrospective with their take on Family of Blood. To be honest, expect more of the same as last week as this is real love in as the pair of them sing the praises of this story and everyone involved and tip their hats to possibly the greatest two part story since the show came back in 2005. And Phil gets to use the word "beastly".
And in the news this week, the exciting announcement of extra tickets for this Novembers official convention and also the accouncement of the premier of An Adventure In Space And Time at the BFI which leads Phil & Paul to show their utter contempt for their listeners. But in Omega's Tat Corner a piece of tat that is so unwarranted, unofficial and downright shameful gets chucked into the muckiest of Omega's corners.
In this weeks episode Paul and Phil delve back into series 3 with a look at Human Nature, quite possibly one the best 45 minutes of Doctor Who committed to the small screen. Yep, high praise indeed as the pair of them agree on a lot of things this week which causes them both to wax lyrical about this story and Phil gets ideas above his station and starts talking about lighting and camera angles. Yes, Phil is in over his head!!
And in the news, it's mainly DVD stuff to talk about but in Omega's Tat Corner, there's an item of tat that gets Phil on his soap box again!!
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In this heavily edited edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil & Paul turn their attentions to the Target novelisation of Warriors of The Deep, that well known (for all the wrong reasons) 5th Doctor underwater adventure. Does this book address the TV versions shortcomings or does the green paint from the Myrka reach the written page? Tune in to find out!
And in the news this week, the BBC finally reveal their 50th Anniversary TV & radio scheduling to celebrate the show, the panels for the next 2 BFI events are also revealed which causes Phil and Paul to rub your noses in their good fortune and in Omega's Tat Corner, a piece of tat which makes the pair of them realise they are the darlings of every retirement home.
in an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talks to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this edition Phil talks to Derek Gladu from the Doctor Who Podcast from Sound On Sight about the casting of Peter Capaldi, his first memories of watching Doctor Who, why he keeps coming back to the show and what he would like to see in the 50th Anniversary special in November.
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Once again Phil and Paul return to the ongoing Destiny of The Doctor audio series with a look at the 9th Doctor story Night of The Whisper. During the course of their discussion, Phil manages to offend the people of Manchester and also lose his marbles all at the same time! It's definitely one to.....oh you know what I mean, erm....listen to! Yes that's it.
And in the news this week, Matt Smith begins recording his final story, the original script for The Tenth Planet has been found and in Omega's Tat Corner....coaster news!!
In this episode Phil & Paul return to the world of Big Finish with a look at the 5th Doctor and Peri story Red Dawn. What do they think of this 13 year old story that was not widely regarded by certain quarters of fandom? You may be surprised at their reaction but it makes Phil find time to make comparisions with Prometheus and gets bogged down in continuity while Paul just shakes his head.
And in the news this week (which we should really call the "olds") they catch up on news items they have missed out on the last couple of weeks such as Christopher Ecclestones message for the 9th Doctor BFI event, some DVD news and a bumper edition of Omega's Tat Corner!!
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talk to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this edition Phil talks to Steven Sschapansky from Radio Free Skaro about how he was first introduced to the world of Doctor Who, the global phenomenom that the show has now become and fans reaction to the percieved lack of Who on the TV in it's anniversary year.
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This week the lads take a trip back in time and crack on once again with their series 3 retrospective with a review of 42. I am sorry to say however that Phil makes a true return to form in this episode as he does not like this one little bit. So expect calm level headed discussion from Paul and hot headed, angry words that make no sense from Phil.
And in the news this week, the guests are announced for the BFI Doctor Who 50 showing of Bad Wolf and The Parting of The Ways, Doctor Who is nominated in a Radio Times poll for the nations most loved drama and two items of TARDIS news!
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talk to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this edition Phil talks to actress and Doctor Who fan Annie Fairfoul who tells us about how Doctor Who was respsonsible for her acting career, her insight on fandom's criticism of actors and the longevity of show that has lasted for 50 years.
Twitter: @AnnieFairfoul
This week, Paul and Phil take a devisive look at the latest in the Destiny Of The Doctor range in the form of an 8th Doctor story entitled Enemy Aliens. Yes a story of alien invasion of two kinds leaves the pair of them approaching this story from different directions but which of them liked it and which of them didn't? It might not be who you think!
And in the news this week, it's still Capaldi mania as fandom comes to terms with his casting as the 12th Doctor, audience figures on the TV spectacular to his announce his casting and in Omega's Tat Corner, some tat that doesn't even exist yet!
Oh and Paul? The rat wants to go out.
It's finally happened! The world has been put out of it's misery and we finally know that the great Peter Capaldi has been cast as Matt Smiths successor in the TARDIS. And of course Phil & Paul share their views on this casting news and also the manner in which it was done. Zoe Ball? Really??
And of course there is the usual reviewing nonsense with a look at the Target novelisation of the 2nd Doctor story, The Seeds of Death. Though by their own admission, it's all inconsequential given the news this week!
In this weeks episode, Paul and Phil turn their attentions back to their series 3 retrospective with a look at The Lazarus Experiment. This episode may surprise some of you as the pair of them realise though certain stories are not without their faults, sometimes time can be kind and maybe this is one such story? Don't believe me? Listen to the episode to find out!
And in the news this week, the controversy of the 50th trailer aired at San Diego Comic Con, more controversry over the series 7 release schedule, the possibility the Paul McGann may have filmed something for the 50th and in Omega's Tat Corner, Paul creates controversy by saying the name Cliff Richard and the word 'rim' in the same sentence.
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talk to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this edition Phil chats to Chris Burgess from Radio Free Skaro about Doctor Who on Canadian TV, how he got involved with Radio Free Skaro, fandom and who he would most like to interview. And Chris also unleashes his potty mouth!
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This week Phil and Paul return to the Destiny of The Doctor audio series with a review of the seventh Doctor story Shockwave. In fact this has to be one of their shortest reviews they've ever done! This usually means one of two things - they both hated it or they both loved it!
But what takes up all their time this week? Two weeks worth of news and a chat about the Doctor Who Prom they went to last week that's what! DVD blu-ray boxsets, BBC financial reports and comments made about the 50th Anniversary Special the Moff himself. But not only that, there is a bumper edition of Omega's Tat Corner featuring cake and potato based tat!
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talk to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th anniversary on November 23rd 2013.
In this edition, Phil chats to Ian Todd from the Mondas Podcast about stunt casting, what effects would he update from the classic series and the perils of the BBV videos.
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This week the lads bring you their first audio commentary in 5 months and it's for Ghost Light! This of course means the return of Tony to the podcasting gang, who brings his usual blend of facts, bewielderment and ignorance. What I am trying to say is that he hasn't changed a bit!! However, after a 5 month break from providing an audio commentary, Phil, Paul and Tony realise they may have made a mistake in selecting this story and begin to struggle heroically with it, while Tony uses the opportunity to ask the listeners questions simply because he can't be bothered to look up the answers himself. And during the course of the commentary, it slowly dawns on Phil that he doesn't really like Ghost Light. Heretic!!
And in the news this week, the tickets for the 50th Anniversary Convention finally go on sale, the BBC shelves any further plans for 3D projects after the 50th anniversary and in strange news of the week it is revealed that Michael Jackson and Bill Cosby were considered for the role of the Doctor in a 1980's proposed Hollywoodisation of the show. Shamone!!
This week, Phil and Paul cast their eye over Evolution of The Daleks in their ongoing retrospective of series 3 and it's business as usual! Pointless Pigmen, bad American accents and probably the most convoluted and stupid plot to take over the universe the Daleks ever came up with!! Perhaps now you'll realise just how much Phil and Paul suffer to keep you entertained!
And in the news this week, the director for the Christmas special is revealed, some exciting Big Finish and Philip Hinchcliffe news and in Omega's Tat Corner a rather expensive way to change the channel on your TV.
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After what seems like a lifetime, Phil and Paul finally return to their series 3 retrospective with Daleks In Manhattan. Has time been kind to this story or is it still the big mess that they remembered? Rest assured, both Paul and Phil give a reasoned critique but during the course of their dissection, Phil puts on a showgirl voice, Paul manages to insult Wales and quickly backtracks and the whole conversation degenerates into hardcore pornography.
And in the news this week, the saga of the recovered (or not recovered) missing episodes is discussed, Roath Lock will get Royal patronage, Matt Smiths thank you to cast, crew and fans and last and by no means least, Omega's Tat Corner makes it's triumphant return wherein you will hear the phrase "ring hanger".
In an occasional series of interviews to celebrate Doctor Who's half century, the Who's He? Podcast talk to various fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the 50th anniversary on November 23rd 2013.
In this edition, Phil chats to Graeme Bentzen from The Gallifrey Times about his memories of Doctor Who during the fallow years of the 1990's and the love/hate relationship the show now has with the press.
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In this weeks episode, the attentions of Paul and Phil are once again focused on the AudioGo Destiny of The Doctor series with a look at the sixth Doctor story Trouble in Paradise. What will they make of this story of Christopher Columbus and talking bullocks and will Phil ever recover from his little moment alone thinking about Peri? But also during the course of this discussion, a history lesson on Christopher Columbus is given and a Peri impression is offered.
Also this week, they talk about their sojourn to the BFI to see The Two Doctors as part of the Doctor Who at 50 celebrations and how disappointed Eric Saward looked to be there.
But in the news, they discuss all the 12th Doctor rumours they missed on last weeks episode and call a 12th Doctor casting rumours amnesty on the podcast, rumours of recovered missing episodes to be released for the 50th, Big Finish's license for Doctor Who has been extended to 2016 and news of a TARDIS being put into Earths orbit (yes you did read that correctly!).
This week, Paul and Phil review the 5th Doctor story from the AudioGo Destiny Of The Doctor series entitled Smoke and Mirrors. In a tale featuring Houdini and the Master, all Phil can think about is how disappointed he was in Adric not receiving a terrible mauling at the claws of a big cat. However despite this, Phil & Paul have a fairly good time listening to this story read by Janet Fielding.
And in a longer than usual news section this week, the main topic of conversation is of course about Matt Smith leaving the series after the Christmas special, the ridiculous rumours of who will be the 12th Doctor and the Who's He? Podcast gets political by looking at an official YouGov poll on Doctor Who which makes for terrifying reading.
In this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil begins an occasional series of interviews chatting to fans, bloggers and podcasters about their love of Doctor Who in the lead up to the shows 50th Anniversary on 23rd November 2013.
In this, the 1st interview in the series, Phil talks to Lisa Hazlegreaves, known to many of you as Its Mother Who, contributer to the Talking Who Podcast.
Twitter: @ItsMotherWho
Now that the current series of Doctor Who has finished, Phil and Paul return to the Audio Go celebration of 50 years of Doctor Who with a look at the April release of Babblesphere, the 4th Doctors outing in the Desting of The Doctor range. After Phil being disappointed with the 3rd Doctors story, this time round it's Paul's turn to show disappointment in this thinly veiled satire on social media. However, Phil does manage to get in his impression of Lady Bracknell, so a little bit of culture is injected into proceedings. Ok, that's stretching things, I'll admit!!
And in the news this week, more viewing figure stats, Doctor Who wins an award, Phil spits in the face of the Daily Mail and a small piece of DVD news concerning the Ice Warriors.
All together now, "A HANDBAG?!?".
This is it, the series finale of series 7b of Doctor Who, The Name of The Doctor and Phil & Paul aren't completely in agreement! Paul struggles to find the story in this episode whilst Phil just likes it for what it is. But one this is for sure though, they both agree that seeing past Doctors was marvelous and as for John Hurt? Listen to find out!
And in the news this week, Steven Moffat thanks the fans for keeping their gobs shut after BBC America released the series 7b blu-ray boxset a week early, series 8 has been confrmed by the BBC, the sad passing of Doctor Who actors and crew during the week and in Omega's Tat Corner, some tat has been released that absolutely no-one was crying out for!!
The lads get their teeth into Neil Gaimans highly anticipated story, Nightmare In Silver, that promised to make the Cybermen scary again. Well, that is certainly a bold claim and not one that goes unchallenged! Oh no, Phil and Paul have differing views on this weeks episode which leads to Phil having an internal struggle before the leprechaun on his shoulder tells him to burn stuff, while Paul does his best to change Phil's mind only to fail miserably. Phil also takes a moment this week to think of Jeri Ryan as Seven of Nine. A very long moment in fact. There is also a lot of talk about fanwank that could lead to blindness and they also briefly talk about She Said, He Said, the epilogue (yes, epilogue!) to The Name of The Doctor.
And in this weeks news, in the absence of any overnight viewing figures for Nightmare In Silver they make some up instead, news on showings for the blu-ray editions of the Peter Cushing Dalek films and in 50th Anniversary news, a photo of Matt Smith that has set tongues wagging and John Hurt lets the cat out of the bag which Phil and Paul talk about. Sort of.
This week the lads turn their attention to the Mark Gatiss story The Crimson Horror, the latest in this series of Doctor Who. What will they make of this Victorian romp in deepest, darkest Yorkshire with corpses in the canal and the return of the Paternoster Gang? One thing is for sure though, Paul is Mister Grumpy this week which makes a nice change from Phil!
And in the news this week, a brief summing up of the Who's He? Podcast's trip to the BFI to see The Caves of Androzani, the UK's Doctor Who DVD roster for the remainder of the year, the return of Omega's Tat Corner and a chance for Phil to let rip on those who think fans are being short changed with their percieved lack of Doctor Who content for the 50th Anniversary.
This week the lads turn their attention to the eagerly anticipated story Journey To The Centre Of The TARDIS. After the last two weeks of enjoyment for Phil and Paul, I'm afraid to say this week is a bit of a let down. No, they are not best pleased with this trip inside Sexy and at times get quite animated at this fun but rather disappointing story. But what did please them and what did annoy them? Listen and find out to this episode that will most probably ostracise them from fandom!!
And in the news week, some DVD news including one DVD that nearly made it's way into Omega's Tat Corner, the next in the Destiny Of the Doctor range from AudioGo and of course the return of Omega's Tat Corner with a book that will delight Doctor Who geeks everywhere.
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This week Paul & Phil continue with their look at this series of Doctor Who by discussing the creepy and spooky Hide written by Neil Cross whilst cowering behind their cushions. Was this an improvement on his previous script or was it a bit of a clunker? Will the lads give another unanimous thumbs up to an episode of Doctor Who two weeks on the bounce or will they revert to type and give it the thumbs down? Also listen to Paul & Phil travel back to the 1960's where a man could "provide" for a lady whilst wearing his finest tweed.
And in the news this week, they catch up on viewing stats (the most popular part of the show), DVD news on The Ice Warriors and a brief discussion on the release of the posters for the upcoming episodes of this series, including the title of the last episode which has made fandom explode. Again.
Thisss week, the Who'ssss He? Podcassssst take a look at the latessst (I can't keep this up, I'm now covered in dribble) take a look at latest offering from series 7 of Doctor Who, Cold War. Will Phil & Paul actually like an episode this time round or will it be three out of three to get a negative review? What will they make of the return of one the classic series most iconic of the Doctors foes, the Ice Warriors? Listen to find out of course?
And in the news this week, Sylvester McCoy rules out the return of any of the classic series Doctors for the 50th Anniversary special, some more casting news for the 50th, a return to the anti matter universe of Omega's Tat Corner and Phil gets mad (don't get mad Phil, get even!) with the spoiler images posted on Twitter this week from the filming of the 50th special.
Oh and there's the small matter of the guys reading out some actual feedback!!
After last weeks disappointing outing for the Doctor, Phil and a returning Paul turn their attentions to the latest episode The Rings of Akhaten. Is this episode an improvement on last weeks or is it just another crushing disappointment? Listen to find out if this podcast is just another hatred and bile filled episode or full of wonder and delight. But during the course of this episode Phil makes up a new word and offers up his pen to Grandfather. Paul looks on and shakes his head in bemusement.
And in the news this week, Christopher Eccleston on joining the 50th Anniversary special, Christopher Eccleston not joing the 50th Anniversary special, the return of the Zygons and the BFI's attempts at a more fair approach to allocating tickets to their 50th Anniversary events.
New Doctor Who to review! Hoorah?? This week Phil is joined once again by Martyn Havell from the Bad Wilf Podcast to review the opening episode of series 7 part 2, The Bells of Saint John. While the pair of them are pleased Doctor Who has returned, neither of them are particuarly pleased with this story. Oh no, they are not pleased with recycled ideas and plot holes you could ride a bike through, so tune in to find out just how displeased they were!! Mind you, it wouldn't be the Who's He? Podcast if there wasn't a certain amount of negativity now would it?
And in the news this week, David Tennant and Billie Piper to return to Doctor Who for the 50th Anniversary and in an exclusive for the Who's He? Podcast we announce today of all days that Paul McGann will return for the 50th in a new idea for the show - degeneration!! Also the BBC announces they are cancelling the sequels to the Doctor Who console game The Eternity Clock.
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This week, Paul & Phil review the latest in the Destiny of The Doctor audio stories, Vengeance Of The Stones featuring the 3rd Doctor. Does this story follow up on the brilliance of Shadow of Death or does it cause Phil and Paul to disagree for the first time in ages? Listen to find out but be warned: Scottish stereotypes are discussed and the word "stones" is used with wanton abandon!
And in the news this week, the air time and a prologue (I refuse to call it a prequel!) for The Bells of Saint John is revealed to waiting fans, filming for the 50th Anniversary special has been pushed back, the tabloids start their typical rumours that Matt Smith is leaving, Peter Jackson will direct an episode of Doctor Who if Steven Moffat gives him a Dalek and in Omega's Tat Corner they return to a piece of tat that they discussed a few episodes back. Blimey, that could've been explained better. Why didn't I put "previously on Omega's Tat Corner" instead? Really need to get a proof reader for this rubbish.
It's time for an audio commentary!! This month, the lads have chosen a short story for your delectation in the form of Black Orchid. During the course of this story, Phil, Paul & Tony stop to marvel at the cricketing prowess of Peter Davison and also gaze in wonder at the seemingly never ending appetite of the gluttonous Adric. And in the news this week, The Caves of Androzani is the next to be shown at the BFI Doctor Who 50 season, Caroline Skinner to leave Doctor Who, DVD updates for Inferno Special Edition and the Mind of Evil and the next in the Destiny of The Doctor series.
After a longer than usual break between episodes, Phil & Paul return with their long overdue review of the Target novelisation Doctor Who and The Cave Monsters. During the course of dissecting this book, they discuss the problem of poorly realised femaie characters, rushed endings and the dietary habits of 1970's Britain.
And in the news this week, the announcement of an official convention to celebrate the 50th Anniversary and also a recap on the news they missed out on during the last couple of weeks including the Ice Warriors makeover for series 7, and the perils of press releases giving away major plotlines.
This week Phil and Paul continue with their retrospective of series 3 with a look back at Gridlock. What will they make of this story after all this time and do they think it's a rollicking good adventure or a big disappointment? In making their minds up, they get into a bit of a disagreement over Martha Jones character and Paul spoils an otherwise lighthearted piece of banter concerning corpse disposal.
And in the news this week, there is plenty of update on the Mark Gatiss drama An Adventure in Space and Time, news of series 8 straight from the mouth of Steven Moffatt and in Omega's Tat Corner, Paul's lonely existence is called into question with his methods of seduction.
They're back!! After disappearing from the airwaves while Phil became a Father, Phil & Paul return with a look at the lates of the Destiny of The Doctor audio stories Shadow of Death. Would they think this was an improvement on the last Destiny of The Doctor story or would it be another disappointment in this 50th Anniversary series? Mind you, they're only doing this as they're not at Gallifrey One like everyone else!!
And in the news this week, the Ice Warriors make their return in series 7, the 50th Anniversary story will be in 3D, loads of updates on the BFI Doctor Who screenings and a brief sojourn is made to Omega's Tat Corner.
Now how's that for an alternative to the greatest Doctor Who convention on the planet?
This week, Phil, Paul & Tony continue with their audio commentary for Destiny of The Daleks episodes 3 & 4. They apologise profusely as Tony's facts get more laboured, the story gets worse and the three of them lose the will to live. They manage to get out alive though before the listeners at their door with flaming torches and pitch forks.
And in the news this week, Phil & Paul are joined by a new invention: Robot Tony! He helps them go through this weeks massive news stories which are: the air date for series 7 part 2 is revealed, the alleged running time for the 50th Anniversary special, the Daily Mirror rip off a news story from another paper and Adam Woodyatt wants a part in Doctor Who. Yes, you did read that right.
It's the first audio commentary of the year, so that means once again Tony returns to the fold to join Phil & Paul in getting through Destiny of The Daleks episodes 1 & 2. This one is real struggle folks! The lads do their best to keep their spirits up in this shoddy run down Daleks, Stevie Wonder disco wigs and ill fitting Davros masks but try as they might, this one gets the better of them! Tony tries desparately to inject some humour into proceedings with his facts but these fall flat in the face of this dreadful story!
And in the news this week the January releases from Big Finish, news of an actor who would like to return to Doctor Who and one actress who isn't and a return to Omega's Tat Corner with some overpriced glittery tat that wouldn't look out of place on QVC.
In this weeks show, Phil & Paul have been listening on their transistor radios to The Hunters of Earth, the first of the Destiny of The Doctor series from Big Finish & AudioGo celebrating the Doctors 50th anniversary. Listen on your own transistor radios to find out what they thought and whether it was Pauls turn to let rip after listening on his transistor radio. This also feature gratuitous use of Bob Dylan which may affect those of a nervous disposition listening on their transistor radios.
And in the news, an update on the recent Doctor Who 50th event at the BFI, news of a Big Finish multi Doctor story just in time to celebrate the 50th and the first appearance of Omega's Tat Corner for 2013 on your transistor radio!
It's a return to our series 3 retrospective with a look at The Shakespeare Code. However, this week there is a change in the presenting line up as Phil is joined by the excellent Martyn Havell from the Bad Wilf Podcast who makes a long overdue return to the show. So how does this historical story hold up after all this time? Is it more Kenneth Brannagh's Hamlet or more Jet Li's Romeo Must Die? Find out what they think and as a bonus you will also discover that Chevy Chase is God and Haircut 100 rule!!
And in a very slow news week, 50th Anniversary rumours are dashed, an announcement of Puffin Books contribution to the Doctor's 50th and more stats!
At last, new Doctor Who to watch!! Yes, Phil and Paul size up this years festive Doctor Who offering, The Snowmen. Is this the best Christmas special ever? Well, there is plenty for the lads to discuss: a new companion, a new TARDIS, a new theme tune and new opening titles!! What more could you ask for from Father Christmas otherwise known as Steven Moffat? A good story that's what!! So listen to find out if this is an improvement on last years dismal offering!!
And in the news this week, it's the return of no-ones favourite subject - audience figures! The latest is revealed on th Royal Mails 50th Anniversary Doctor Who stamps and it's a sad end to 2012 with passing of Sir Richard Rodney Bennett and Gerry Anderson.
We would like to wish our listeners a very Happy New Year!
It's the turn of Doctor Who from Christmas past as Phil and Paul take a look at the 2008 Christmas special The Next Doctor. During the course of dissecting this story of Cybermen and mistaken identity, you will hear things that have nothing to do with the episode in hand, like Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, The Travelling Wilburys, The Crying Boy, The Blue Boy and Labradoodles. Now what other podcast brings you such a wide range of topics eh?
And in the news this week there are plenty of surpises in store for this years Christmas special, The Snowmen and updates on next years BFI 50th Anniversary events and DVD releases.
We would also like to wish all our listeners a very Merry Christmas!!
This week Phil and Paul return to Doctor Who in its audio format with a look at Big Finish Productions story Project: Twilight, a story of South East London gangsters (shut it you slags!) and vampires. Find out whether this story holds up for them or does it have no bite? (I am so sorry for that bad play on words. I shall ruminate on my behaviour and it will not happen again. Thank you.)
And in this weeks news we find out when Doctor Who returns to our screens in 2013, the sad passing of two of the UK's legends of broadcasting in which Phil confuses his Kenneth's and the results of a recent of Doctor Who memorabilia auction. And Omega's Tat Corner makes a welcome return to the show with a very expensive but snazzy piece of tat and more disappointing figures to collect.
In this weeks edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Paul and Phil turn their attention to the Target novelisation of The Tenth Planet. Unfortunately after a few weeks of the lads being reasonably happy, they return to form as they do not like this book. Not one bit. So much so, Paul forgets how to count and throws his A Level Maths certificate on the fire and Phil goes down a dead end in the conversation.
And in the news the TARDIS gets a makeover for Christmas, find out who is voicing the villainous Snowmen, some DVD news and the ghost of Jon Pertwee returns to haunt Paul. Also keep listening right to then end this week as Paul has his soul dirtied.
At the second time of asking, Phil and Paul are giving it another go with Smith and Jones, the series 3 opener. This time they are a bit more with it but get easily sidetracked along the way with a discussion on the Doctor kissing his companions - does it still shock or is it old hat now? Phil also manages to get in an impression of Terry Scott and during the recording Paul is visited by the ghost of Jon Pertwee.
And in the news this week, a few items on the 50th Anniversary including events at the BFI next year, Christopher Eccleston being coy about his involvement and what's going on with the good Doctor at Christmas this year with a quick run-down on what ex-Who actors are appearing in panto this year and there's also a brief return to Omega's Tat Corner!! Just watch out for John Barrowman in panto this year, he'll have your eye out!
After leaving you all on a cliff hanger last week, it's the return of Phil, Paul and Tony with part 2 of their audio commentary for Dalek Invasion of Earth!! What's in store for you all this week? Well folks, it's the same as last week, awful puns, Tony's facts and long bouts of silence. However, this is all interspersed with a long ramble about Toffo's, recounting who's still alive from Are You Being Served and Tony manages to offend Hewlett Packard.
And in the news this week, extra dates for the Doctor Who Symphony Spectacular in Australia, Bonhams have plenty of Who related memorabilia up for auction, audience figures for The Great Detective prologue and The Snowmen trailer, plus the return of Omega's Tat Corner with some overpriced rubbish!!
After a no show with the podcast last week, episode 84 finally gets made but not what was advertised in the previous episode. Oh no, they've gone and done an audio commentary instead and this month it's Dalek Invasion of Earth episodes 1 to 3. During the commentary hear, feel and hit Tony as he makes Phil deploy the dreaded swear beep for the second time in the podcasts history! Thrill as Paul wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and gasp in horror as Phil makes jokes about onanism! But make no mistake, any diversity training they might have had went straight out the window!
And in the news this week, the Doctor Who Christmas Special prologue and trailer aired on Children In Need where we all found out the name of this years special, Doctor Who is up for a People's Choice award, Steven Moffat wins a Writers Guild Award (though none of them can figure out what for) and Alex Kingston reads the Angels Kiss that they all treat with complete indifference.
This weeks podcast starts off strangely.....there's no Paul!! Yes Phil is left to his own devices to begin with as he goes through this weeks news items which include casting news for series 7b, the Live+7 viewing figures for series 7a a BFI screening of a lost Doctor Who episode and a brief sojourn to Omegas Tat Corner.
But when Paul finally shows up, they get stuck into another audio story, The Ghosts of N-Space, a story so convoluted and filled with ethnic stereotypes, Paul can't help but have a Dolmio day whilst Phil lets rip with his best Sandra Dickinson impression. Still, they have a good time even if no-one else does. Now, you can put the dinner on, I'll be home in 20 minutes.
After recording this particular episode months ago, they've decided to unleash it upon an unsuspecting public. So stand back and prepare yourselves for the first in an occasional series of Target book reviews, starting with The Pyramids of Mars by Terrance Dicks. However, comparisions are purposely made between the book and the transmitted version. How do Phil and Paul think they compare? Tune in to find out!
Also in the news this week, they wish Matt Smith a happy birthday, the future of Torchwood is revealed, what is currently happening with the production of the remainder of Series 7 and Omega's Tat Corner makes a return featuring a toy from yesteryear!
After a couple of months, an audio commentary makes a welcome return to the Who's He? Podcast and they've selected The Twin Dilemma. What's wrong with them?!! During the course of the commentary they try to keep their spirits up by comparing the titular twins to Phil Collins and Mestor to Don Estelle with a little bit of Al Jolson thrown in for good measure. But this one isn't pretty folks, oh no this is full of deep hurting, so if you want to hear three podcasting suffering collectively, then this is for you!!
Also, the news this week is all DVD related. That's it, just DVD's really.
Well it's the end of Doctor Who until Christmas, so what to do? It's a mid series review that's what! And to help Phil and Paul discuss series 7 so far, friend to the show Stephen Prescott from A Mad Man With A Box Podast makes a welcome return to the show. They have a great time discussing what they liked and disliked in this first half of series 7 and they lament that the recently released "P.S." wasn't filmed for the show. You will also hear Phil use the words "adored" and "beautiful". Yes, you read the correctly!
And in the news this week, series 7a gets a UV DVD & Blu-ray release, the final viewing figures for The Angels Take Manhattan, new exhibits at the Doctor Who Experience and finally in Omega's Tat Corner The Eternity Clock gets it PS Vita release.
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After a two week break the podcast that no-one listens to makes its triumphant return with a review of The Angels Take Manhattan. What will Paul and Phil make of the Ponds departure from Doctor Who? Do they think series 7a finished with a bang or a whimper? Is Phil still a miserable old sod or has he cheered up over the last 14 days? (NO!) Will Paul try to temper Phil's wild conspiracy theories? (YES!)
And in the news this week, and Australian MP wants Doctor Who to flim down under, news from the Recon event and Omega's Tat Corner rears its ugly head once more!
Gulp! We're nearly out of new Doctor Who to watch and debate over! So sit back and listen with a big hot mug of steaming whatever and see what Paul and Phil thought of The Power of Three! Does Phil actually enjoy an episode or does he still say "meh!"? Will Paul ever shake off the "little Ern" tag? Will their ratings systems collapse in on itself? Besides that, Phil manages to insult Professor Brian Cox and Sir Alan "Amstrad" Sugar as well as bringing Fred Freiberger into the conversation for which he should be ashamed of himself!
And in the news this week, the sad news of Janet Fieldings battle with cancer, the power of Steven Moffat, some Big Finish releases and finally some gift news from the anti-matter universe!
Yes, welcome to the audio equivalent of valium! This week Phil & Paul turn their attentions to A Town Called Mercy, the latest episode in this run of Doctor Who. After a couple of weeks of not agreeing with each other, will this week be any different? However be assured that during this weeks podcast references will be made to Red Dwarf, Star Wars, The Terminator, Firefly, West World and erm.....Bootle Saddles!
And in the news, the overnight ratings for Dinosaurs On A Spaceship, more awards success for Doctor Who and an event at the end of September that neither Phil nor Paul can attend. Again.
Dinosaurs On A Spaceship, the one that the Who's He? Podcast team have been waiting for with some trepidation! Yes, it's the first of Chris Chibnall's stories for Series 7 and what do they think? Will the wind of change blow through this podcast or will they follow suit and give this a negative review? Listen to see if there any surprises!
Also, in the news this week the audience figures for Asylum Of The Daleks, news on whether Neil Gaiman is writing another story for Doctor Who and Phil gets tongued tied and invents a new Doctor Who spin off show.
At last!! After 8 months Phil and Paul have new Doctor Who to review in the shape of Asylum Of The Daleks! And with the new series, they introduce a new ratings system to the podcast (though how long this will last is anyones guess). What do they think of the series opener? Are the Daleks truly scary again or they just the same old easily beaten dustbins? And why does Phil bring Sir Digby Chicken Caesar into the conversation?
Also, in this week news the tabloids get it wrong again and in Omega's Tat Corner the discussion turns into a question of width (ooer!).
Well here's a surprise. Phil, Paul and Tony have managed to get together to bring you an audio commentary for the 2nd Doctor story the Tomb Of The Cybermen. And they said they couldn't manage it this month! The delights contained within the commentary are Phil and Tony both managing to squeeze in impressions of Tina Turner, Paul and Tony accuse Phil of being aggressive (to which Phil completely misses the point) and Tony brings his usual non-conformist facts which this time features how Patrick Troughton chose his name.
And in the news, Series 7 finally gets its airdate confirmed, the Pond Life mini episodes, a bit of DVD news and in Omega's Tat Corner, Rory Williams finally gets his action figure.
After a two week break, they're back, bigger and badder than ever!! Ok, that's a lie, it's business as usual with Phil and Paul but they've decided to branch out into different territory this week and have finally dipped their toes into the seas of Big Finish with a look at Paul McGanns 8th Doctor story, Blood of The Daleks. But beware, this review is full of spoilers!!
They also rattle through the news they have missed over the last two weeks, including the recent showing of the series 7 opener Asylum of The Daleks at the BFI. Plus there is also the return of everyones favourite antimatter despot in Omega's Tat Corner with a piece of tat that is strictly adults only.
We've reached the end of the series 4 road and this week Phil and Paul are joined by the marvellous Chris Burgess from Radio Free Skaro to look back at Journey's End. During the course of their discussion, they let loose with their opinions on such things as Rose Tyler, easily beaten Daleks, Rose Tyler and Billie Piper, Russell T. Davies and Billie Piper and Rose Tyler.
And in this weeks news, Doctor Who has lost two actors with the sad passing of Mary Tamm and Geoffrey Hughes, an announcement of a new series 7 trailer and the inclusion of Doctor Who in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games and some 50 the anniversary stamps.
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This week Paul and Phil turn their attention towards The Stolen Earth, the penultimate story of Series 4. This is a story that divides fans but will it also divide Phil and Paul? Will they argue over minor details again or will they just be glad to get it over and done with?
And in this weeks news, Series 7 episode titles that were announced at last weeks San Diego Comic Con, the future of the BBC Television Centre has been decided and how Phil likes to spend his evenings in this weeks Omega's Tat Corner.
In this episode, Phil and Paul (the Statler and Waldorf of podcasting) cast their collective eye over Turn Left in their continuing quest through Series 4. While they both admit that they enjoyed this story when it first aired, will they still think the same now? You will have to listen to find out but I can say this: they have "a bit of a moment" discussing the Bad Wolf ending while Phil gets confused and plugs another podcast.
Meanwhile, in the the news this week, Colin Baker expands on his comments regarding the 50th Anniversary, the 2nd part of The Power of The Daleks fan film is released, plus the immediate return of Omega's Tat Corner.
This week Phil and Paul return to series 4 with a look at the well regarded story, Midnight. As they both like this episode, they do find it hard going to talk about! It's a small story so their opinions seem to match this week but it doesn't stop the pair of them getting into a disagreement about stubborn academics.
Also, in the news this week a small item about recent casting for series 7, The Ambassadors of Death DVD update and a new feature of the Who's He? Podcast - Omega's Tat Corner.
It's audio commentary time and this month it's the turn of Paul McGann in Doctor Who: The Movie. However, Tony was late to the recording as he hadn't had his dinner (and you don't want to be in the same room as Tony when he's hungry) so Paul and Phil cracked on with the news without him, which took all of 5 minutes as it was a very slow week for news.
Eventually Tony turned up and they got on with the task in hand. In this episode you will find Smurfs, little known facts about Paul McGann, Popeye The Salior Man and the hazards of transporting free range chickens.
In this mini episode of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil (the only gamer out of the three of them) give his review of the recent Playstation 3 release Doctor Who: The Eternity Clock and discovers that this is not the game we were hoping for.
This week, Phil and Paul cast their eye over The Forest of The Dead, the conclusion to River Song's opening story in Series 4 of Doctor Who. It's another enjoyable story for the reviewing pair but it's not long before they air their gripes about where it went wrong. During the course of their conversation this week, they go wildly off topic and start discussing Steven Moffats overall contribution to Doctor Who and whether his writing was better before he became show runner.
However, all of this is tempered by the news that we have lost another Doctor Who actor in the form of Caroline John and the lads take the opportunity to celebrate her character, Liz Shaw.
After a couple of poor stories (in their eyes anyway!), Phil and Paul ger their teeth into Silence In The Library in their ongoing retrospective of Series 4. This was a story they were both keen to revisit so this is a story they still like? Will they start to pick holes in it like they normally do or will they just like an episode for once in their lives?
And in this week news, another publicity photograph of Matt Smith and Jenn-Louise Coleman is released by the BBC, Jean Marsh gets an OBE and some DVD news. Now stay out of the shadows!
This week Phil and Paul take a look back at the Agatha Christie murder mystery romp The Unicorn And The Wasp. This is an episode that neither Paul nor Phil were particuarly interested in watching again even though fandom would tell them this is a good story. Has time changed their minds? Will the comedic aspects of the script cheer them up or will they remain their usual miserable selves? (Well, Phil is the miserable one really).
Meanwhile, in the news this week, there was a gathering of five Doctors, an official photo was released of the Doctor and his new companion, Bill Nighy reveals that he didn't want the role of the Doctor and a fan poll reveals their favourite Doctor Who monster EVER!!
In this weeks episode, the reviewing partnership of Phil & Paul take a look back at the....ahem...well regarded series 4 story The Doctors Daughter. Ok, I can't keep up the pretence any longer, it's probably one of the least well regarded stories in this series and Paul & Phil do little to change anyones opinion. But they go through the motions and try as they might, they can't be help but be nothing but critical of this story, so don't expect many laughs this week!! However, after much analysis, they reach the conclusion that the only thing that could have saved this story is....WILLIAM SHATNER!!
And in this weeks news, the first group of guests has been announced for Gallifrey 2013, series 7 production news and air date rumours and in what has become a regular feature, Phil & Paul promise to listen to some Big Finish audios!!
Dim the lights, close all the windows and dust down your DVD players as it's audio commentary time! This month, Paul, Tony and Phil are tackling the behemoth that is Warriors Of The Deep. They've tried this one before and failed miserably, so they've deployed all sorts of lucky tokens about their persons to make sure this one goes off without a hitch. Even then it was still touch and go.
Also, in this weeks news, Steven Moffat want to keep the Doctors new companion a complete secret, a little bit of DVD news and the lads get angry at certain 'fans' reactions to the airing this week of the Blue Peter Script to Screen winners story, Good As Gold. Now stop laughing at the Myrka, you know how fragile he is!
Phil & Paul continue their retrospective of Series 4 and this week they have a crack at The Poison Sky, the final story of the Sontaran two parter. This time they lament the lack of the Brigadier, Phil attempts to be clever with his limited knowledge of physics and Paul is astounded at a sonic screwdriver not being very sonic.
And in this weeks news, Doctor Who says goodbye to Upper Boat Studios (this should have been last weeks news but they forgot), the Doctor Who Experience gets an opening date in Cardiff and a release date for Doctor Who: The Eternity Clock. All this plus Phil tries to pronounce Pobol Y Cwm and fails abysmally while Paul laughs.
In this weeks episode, Phil and Paul continue with their Series 4 retrospective with a look back at The Sontaran Stratagem. The both try really hard this week to be positive and the most part they succeed. However, with a snivelling wretch of a boy genius, the Doctors new found dislike for U.N.I.T., it doesn't take them long to start getting a little picky.
But in this weeks news, the announcement that episode 1 of series 7 will be premiered in August and Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill have completed their final scenes, give the two of them plenty to discuss and go off topic about. Please be warned during the course of this weeks episode, the words "twunt" and "bukakke" are used with wanton abandon.
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Paul is back from his holidays feeling refreshed and gets straight back into the swing of things and joins Phil to look at The Planet Of The Ood. Phil finds this one a bit of a slog to review but livens things up for himself by doing a Sid James impression, while Paul concentrates on the plot and the the social messages that this episode was trying to convey.
Also, as a special treat, Tony joins Phil and Paul for the news section which was recorded in the pub while celebrating Pauls birthday. However, Tony being Tony, he gets easily distracted and goes hunting for alien lifeforms in a bowl of wasabi peanuts and Phil gets in another impression, this time the Kinder egg advert from the 1980's. Me scrooble now!
Whilst Paul is on his holidays, Phil enlists the help of new friend to the show Stephen Prescott from the rather excellent Mad Man With A Box Podcast to discuss The Fires of Pompeii. During the discussion, Stephen educates Phil on Latin textbooks and they both go wildly off tangent and delve into the merits of RTD versus The Moff and whether longstanding fans requests for classic monsters such as Ice Warriors and Zygons to return to the show would be a good thing.
Also in a very short news section, John Barrowman wants Captain Jack to return to Doctor Who and an actress who appeared in Doctor Who over 50 years ago reaches the grand age of 100. And because of that, we are claiming her as our own first Doctor Who centenarian. Join us!!
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Once again the reviewing duo of Phil and Paul embark on another retrospective and this time they turn their attentions to series 4 and Partners In Crime. What do they make it after all this time? Is it a great series opener or do they think it's a stinker of an episode? Well you might be surprised when you listen to this!!
Also, in this weeks news, a Big Finish sale, Steven Moffats opinons on the Doctors travelling arrangements and Phil and Paul get wistful when talking about the BBC Television Centre. Big Finish for a fiver!!
It's that time of the month again when the Who's He? team turn their attentions towards another audio commentary and this month it's Day Of The Daleks. Once again Phil and Paul are joined by Tony for his monthly turn behind the microphone and as usual he lets loose with his little known "facts" on what really went on with the actors and behind the scenes stories that made up the production of this classic Doctor Who story. However, Tony took it upon himself to go through puberty again during the recording of this episode, which Phil and Paul constantly remind him of. Also during the course of the recording, Phil gets misty eyed at the sight of a young Katy Manning and they also introduce what has to be the shortest news section in the history of this podcast.
This is it folks, the end of our 2009 specials retrospective with a look back at The End Of Time Part 2. And this week, Phil & Paul are joined by the excellent Martyn Havell from the Badwilf Podcast. They remain upbeat thoughout this episode and talk about all the good things that this story....I'm sorry, that's a lie, they didn't like it then and they don't like it now. No surprises there then! Well, they do find a couple of nice things to say which usually involves Bernard Cribbins.
And in a very slow news week, Phil manages to drive away every listener the podcast has, Paul delivers the truth on what the Doctors voting habits are and how is he half the racist that Postman Pat is. Yes, it's a shocking tabloid style expose that doesn't include the words 'romp' or 'sordid'.
After the highs of last weeks official convention, we hit the lows with The End Of Time Part 1 in the continuation of the 2009 Specials retrospective. Unfortunately this episode contains nothing but Paul and Phil voicing their disappointment and frustration at this very woeful episode of Doctor Who but do find the time to extol the virtues of having Bernard Cribbins to liven things up. They also go off topic and discuss how the Master has been portrayed over the years.
And in this weeks news, more series 7 production snippets, the bad smell that is David Yates and the Doctor Who movie and Daleks. Lots of Daleks. All this plus Paul takes over the show as Phil has been moonlighting rather a lot.
Live from Cardiff, it's the Who's He? Podcast's coverage of the official Doctor Who Convention!! Well, ok, it's not live but in Cardiff they were and Phil & Paul attempt to give you a flavour of what it was like to be at the BBC's first stab at a convention since the 1980's. Was it any good? Did they have a good time? Was it worth the £99 ticket price? All these questions are answered in this weeks episode but not only that, Phil & Paul both realise a childhood dream.
And there's also this weeks important news of the announcement of the Doctors new companion, when we can say goodbye to Rory and Amy and some old foes of the Doctor make a return in Series 7.
In a change to the advertised programme, Phil and Paul are joined by the fantastic Martyn Havell from the Badwilf Podcast to have a bit of chat about the official Doctor Who Convention next weekend. They talk about what they are expecting from next weekends shindig, what they are looking forward to the most and also let slip their evil nefarious plans to rip off the general public and seperate them from their cash, to also con money out the stars and crew of Doctor Who and also asking where they can find a stuffed porpoise.
Oh and Phil tries to explain this weeks Series 7 production news without giving away spoilers in the most arduous and long winded way possible.
It's the Who's He? Podcast's first birthday!! And what better way to celebrate than having Phil, Paul and Tony doing an audio commentary on the very first Doctor Who serial An Unearthly Child. However, Phil let's the occasion get the better of him to begin with and messes up the news which this week includes a Doctor Who concert, more series 7 production news and the sad news of another actor connected to Doctor Who passing away.
And after a slow start with the commentary, they into their stride and Tony gives some inside information on William Hartnell's on set demands (which could be complete lies) and all three of them do caveman impressions.
This week Phil and Paul travel back in time and give their opinions on the next 2009 Special, The Waters Of Mars. Do they think that it still stands up as the classic that it is purported to be or is it another clunker following on from the Planet Of The Dead? All I will say is that for once, they both agree!!
Also, the news this week sheds light on how the production of series 7 is coming along, the casting rumour mill and the sad news of the passing of another Who actor.
The reviewing duo of Phil and Paul press on with the next phase of their retrospective with a look at the first of the 2009 Specials, Planet Of The Dead. This is a most divisive podcast and Paul rather enjoys it and Phil detests it but all this makes Phil wax lyrical about the rich tapestry of the human race but veers dangerously close to one those awful episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation where Data explores what it's like to be human.
And in the news this week, series 7 casting news, the end of the Adventure Games and Doctor Who tat.
Right, they're doing Time And The Rani this time. Ok? They're sorry, really sorry. The boys really suffer during this one, finding not much to be happy about but manage to keep their sanity by comparing the story's characters to long forgotten 80's pop groups, Rainbow and reminsicing about chocolate bars from yesteryear.
And in the news this week, more guests confirmed for the Doctor Who Convention in March, series 7 production news and fan slash fiction has become legit. All this plus Bonnie Langford screaming.
Tis the season to be jolly!! Well, not really to be honest but there is a lot of snow on the ground, so it's a good time for Paul and Phil to have a look back at A Christmas Carol, the 2010 Christmas special. Fortunately after over a year, they both still really enjoy this festive offering and Phil tries to make connections to M.R. James Christmas ghost stories and The Eagle comic while Paul insists that they try their hardest not to pick holes in the story.
Meanwhile, in the news, writers and directors are confirmed for series 7, guest news for the Doctor Who convention, some Doctor Who tat and Phil plugs other podcasts.
After starting this months ago, Phil and Paul finally reach the end of their journey with a look at The Big Bang, the finale of series 5. Paul and Phil can't help themselves and start to pick holes in the plot and characters but don't worry folks, they really do love this episode and both agree that this is probably the best series finale ever. Or EVAH as the youth of today like to spell it.
And in this weeks news, Doctor Who tat and a fake Matt Smith proposes to his girlfriend. Who wasn't a fake, she's real.
In their never ending quest to get through series 5, Phil and Paul look back at the penultimate episode of this series, The Pandorica Opens. Will they still enjoy this barnstorming episode or has time taken its toll on these two jaded podcasters?
Also, in this weeks news, Matt Smith and Karen Gillan triumph at the National Television Awards, toy and DVD news and the latest update to the official Doctor Who Convention that has got Phil and Paul (and a few others besides) a little perplexed. Just don't send them your milk bottle tops.
It's audio commentary time again! This week the lads bring you the second part of their commentary for The Invasion parts 5 to 8. This time they run out of steam as Tony was all facted out and Phil resorts to making sexist comments about women of the sixties (and tries to justify it) whilst Paul keeps a dignified silence. Tony also does something that makes Phil swear which results in the use of a "beep", the first in the history of this podcast.
It's audio commentary time folks! This month the commentary trio of Phil, Paul and Tony tackle the 2nd Doctor story, The Invasion parts 1 to 4. During this audio romp through this classic Patrick Troughton story, the lads discuss such weighty topics as Tobias Vaughn's unhealthy obsession with watching his henchmen on the toilet, Sparky The Magic Piano, action figures of the Queen and Tony's disappointment at animated skirts blowing in the wind.
All this plus Doctor Who news from the last week where we also discover Tony's seedy private life.
After last weeks show, the lads are back in their comfort zone with their continuation of their series 5 retrospective and this week it's the turn of The Lodger. However, not all went according to plan as they were beset by technical problems, which made each other think their connection had dropped which lead to a bit of confusion. But once things got back on track, they rattled through but couldn't help but keep making comparisions to Closing Time (well, Phil did anyway) and why discovering Matt Smiths comedic talents in this story was a slippery slope for the programme makers.
In a change from the usual programme, the Who's He? team bring you the Who's He? Podcast awards 2011, celebrating the best and worst that Doctor Who and Torchwood had to offer over the last year in a star studded show from the Norwich Theatre Royal (though this may be a lie). The lads apologise in advance for the tongue in cheek approach but unfortunately there are no refunds as they need the money to get out of the country.
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Stuffed full of turkey and Christmas cheer (that means booze), Phil and Paul let rip on this years Doctor Who Christmas special, The Doctor, The Widow And The Wardrobe. Did they like what they saw or were they not that struck on this years festive offering? As well as giving their opinion on the special, they go wildly off tangent and start discussing Doctor Who Confidential (again!!) and also announce the next podcast from the Who's He? team.
All this plus the latest news that's now over a week out of date. So that would be the latest olds then.
In their last podcast before Christmas, the Who's He? team delve back into series 5 with a look at Vincent And The Doctor. During their discussion of this episode, Phil and Paul ask should Richard Curtis come back and again for Doctor Who and they also rename the Space Chicken to Space Turkey in light of the festive season. They also give sound advice on what to do with the carcass of a dead giant Space Turkey that can feed an entire village for months.
Also in the news this week, the Ponds are leaving Doctor Who, no two part stories in series 7, more movie rumblings and the first classic Who DVD releases of 2012. And not forgetting a very merry Christmas to all our listeners!
This week, Paul and Phil take a look back at Cold Blood in the continuation of their retrospective of series 5. However, they are a little distracted this week as shortly before recording, official confirmation came through from the the BBC that two long lost episodes of Doctor Who had been rediscovered. And what with the announcement this week of a Doctor Who game for consoles and the PC, Phil was on cloud nine. Pity then that they had to talk about a bit of a damp squib of a Who story afterwards. It ruined the mood somewhat.
After two weeks of audio commentary, Phil and Paul return to reviewing duties with a look back at The Hungry Earth. However, neither of them can work up much enthusiasm for this story as not a lot really happens apart from some gaping holes in logic. So the result is an underwhelming and rather dull podcast. Sorry folks.
But during this weeks news items, Phil makes his own entertainment by convincing Paul that he's always wanted to keep fish in a Doctor Who themed aquarium.
We also have to apologise for the sound quality in the news section as Phil had his micrphone on the wrong setting. The berk.
Yes, it's the second part of the Who's He? audio commentary for The Talons Of Weng-Chiang, episodes 4 to 6. And in this part, comparisions are made between Weng-Chiang and everyones favourite squid from Futurama and Tony sheds light on Weng-Chiangs succsessful recording career post Talons, though Tony had trouble with his vowels.
And in the news the final total on the auction of Matt Smiths Doctor Who costume for Children In Need and the continuing saga of the planned Doctor Who movie. Also, Phil and Paul try to justify why they are going to next years Doctor Who convention when most Who podcasters are staying away.
It's that time of the month!! The Who's He? three are back with an audio commentary for The Talons of Weng-Chiang, episodes 1 to 3. And as last month, Tony gets really excited with his facts but this time runs out of steam after episode 1. As Phil and Paul try desperately to calm him down, they valiantly try to continue with their own version of events.
They also go through the news this week that a Doctor Who film is in the offing and also announce that the Who's He? Podcast will be attending the official convention next year and talk about the trailer for the Christmas special. And Tony gets to hear Let's Save Confidential by No Touch Pod which fair takes his breath away.
The lads continue to plough on with the series 5 retrospective with one of their favourite stories from that series, Amy's Choice. Try as they might, they both felt they were struggling with this one as they both agree that this is still one of the best episodes of series 5 but there was nothing to moan about! And an episode of the Who's He? Podcast just isn't the same without someone whinging about something.
Oh I forgot, they whinged about one of this weeks news items, which is the announcement of an official BBC Doctor Who Convention next year which is going to cost the punters £99 per ticket! Still, aside from that, they'll see you there!
In this weeks episode, the retrospective of series 5 continues with The Vampires Of Venice. While neither Paul nor Phil were particuarly looking forward to re-watching this episode, they were both surprised at how much they actually enjoyed it. However, things wouldn't be the same if they didn't pick holes in something and this week it's perception filters!!
Also in a slow news week, the Who's He? Podcast news desk brings you Doctor Who Christmas decorations and the news of The Gunpowder Plot adventure game that Paul couldn't care less about. Things also go off on a tangent as usual by the end of the show and Phil admits to knowing a man in a rubber suit.
This week, a sleep deprived Paul and a chipper Phil continue their look back at series 5 with Flesh And Stone. Here they discuss whether this story proves that not all two part stories have weak second parts and whether Amy throwing herself at the Doctor does or does not seem out of place in what is essentially a childrens programme. And with the announcement that a clip of this years Christmas special will be on this years Children In Need, Phil wonders why we have to sit through hours of dancing newsreaders to see a couple of minutes of Who? Let's get this straight though, Children In Need is a worthy cause. Phil just doesn't like dancing newsreaders.
Now that there is no more new Doctor Who, the lads go back to their series 5 retrospective with The Time Of Angels. Nothing can be found wrong with this story as both Phil and Paul enjoyed revisiting this episode and both wax lyrical as to how great it is. Shame about the news section though. In another slow news week, they start off well with the Matt Smith leaving rumours and then end up shamelessly padding things out by talking about Jon Pertwee whilst on a trip down Doctor Who memory lane. All together now, "Memories....like the corners of my mind...."
After a long break it's audio commentary time and that means Tony is back to join Phil and Paul to have a good look at The Five Doctors. This time, Tony was set a challenge to come up with fascinating facts about this story and we'll let you decide whether he rose to the challenge or not. Also during this episode, the lads compare the coffee shop style of the Gallifrey High Council Chambers and the Club Tropicana look of the Tardis, the changes in depth of vision on Gallifrey and in a news section that is struggling for content, Drashig glove puppets and the merits of The Good Life underpants!
In a long edition of the Who's He? Podcast, Phil and Paul take a look back and see what they enjoyed and disliked about series 6 of Doctor Who. There's not many laughs to be had as the two of them take this rather seriously and go through the story arc of River Song as they see it and all the standalone episodes one by one. This was made especially difficult for Paul who has....the lurgi!! Yes, this show is unclean and riddled with germs but Paul managed to hold it together and not cough his lungs up and croak it live on air. Though that would have been a podcast first.
This week the Who's He? team cast their eye over the series finale, The Wedding Of River Song. Amongst the spectacle, do we finally get answers to the questions raised this series? All this is discussed in a rather serious edition of the show along with the sad news of the demise of Doctor Who Confidential this week.
On this edition of the Who's He? Podcast, the reviewing duo take a look at the penultimate episode of series 6, Closing Time. Unfortunately, after a run of cracking episodes, it comes to a halt with this episode which Paul and Phil are very disappointed with. During their discussion about the episode and this weeks news, they talk about pithy subjects such as the press's obsession with Doctor Who's viewing figures and cyber suits for the larger gentleman. However, they are both looking forward to the series finale, which Phil forgets the name of.
This is it folks, the last episode of Torchwood: Miracle Day for Phil and Paul to get their teeth into. And I am sorry to say that while Paul enjoyed this series, Phil is his ususal miserable self when it comes to Torchwood. While Paul has gone through this series with a spring in his step and laugh in his voice, Phil has gone through this series with lead in his boots and anger in his soul. However, he does cheer up as this is the last in the series and won't have to watch it again. Ever. So he's put the bunting out and had a little drink to celebrate. And Paul has the DVD on pre-order to enjoy it all again.
In the first of two podcasts this week, Paul and Phil ramble on about this weeks episode of Doctor Who, The God Complex. Do they think that his episode continues the recent trend of great episodes? Well they try first with the power of thought and then fall back on the tried and tested method of speech as their levels of extra sensory perception are...well....rubbish really. They eventually get their acts together and deliver a polished episode worthy of a TV Choice award. And if you believe that, you'll believe anything.
In the second of this weeks podcasts, Phil and Paul cast their eye over episode 9 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. Will Phil ever really enjoy this series or is he destined to spend the remainder of this days a bitter and twisted individual planning ways to get the hours back that he spent watching this? Will Paul ever lose his composure or will he remain calm, collected and continue to enjoy this series of Torchwood not matter what it's faults may be? Tune in to this episode to find out!
In the first of two podcasts this week, the lads cast their eye over Night Terrors and The Girl Who Waited. What will they think of these two standalone episodes? Well, quite a bit actually! For once they can both agree that despite the mixed response these two episodes have received, these are great episodes of Doctor Who! Standby for Phil waxing lyrical about Murray Gold's score and Paul not regretting his rushed viewing after getting back from holiday! A happy time is had by all but don't worry, they will be back to their normal miserable selves in the next show out tomorrow!
In their second podcast of the week, the Who's He? Podcast take a look at episode 8 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. Phil feels slightly disappointed at this weeks episode, while Paul just enjoys it the happy go lucky chap that he is.
All this plus Doctor Who and Torchwood news and the pair of them stick up for Steven Moffat over some rather unsavoury tweets sent in his direction and completely off topic, Phil uses this podcast as a platform to vent his fury at George Lucas for mucking around with Star Wars again!
Doctor Who is back! And Paul and Phil give the waiting world their thoughts on Let's Kill Hitler! And guess what? They both enjoyed it! However, enjoying Doctor Who comes at a price as Phil has to eat his hat and two slices of humble pie as his previous predictions on River Song couldn't be further from the truth and he gets and episode title wrong. So really, he did the whole podcast speaking with his mouth full. Naughty boy!
In a shorter than usual Who's He? Podcast, Paul and Phil give you their ramblings on episode 7 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. This week they were both aware that they had to be more professional after last weeks rather shoddy approach. So they bring you Doctor Who news in black tie and evening dress and the Torchwood review from a gentlemens club in Mayfair. Over a game of Backgammon and a large Cognac, they discuss the complete silence from the tabloids today after Jack and Angelo got jiggy last night and they both manage to hide their excitement that Doctor Who is back on the telly tomorrow! Hoorah!!
In this weeks episode, Phil and Paul take a look at episode 6 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. And Phil would like to apologise right now. The news section is rather shoddy and rushed because Phil was too distracted and boy does it show! However, they both get stuck into the review and despite the pair of them thinking it would be a short review, the pair find plenty to talk about and Phil gets wound up at poor plotting, whilst Paul defends this weeks episode. Saying that, they both enjoyed the episode which Phil keeps stating to convince everyone, including himself.
A stunned and mostly silent Paul and Phil are back with their views on Torchwood: Miracle Day episode 5. The reason they are stunned and silent (well, to begin with) is that they both enjoyed this episode. Who'd have thought it possible!! However, whilst discussing how Oswald Danes character is fitting into the story, it gives Phil a chance to rant against the cult of celebrity and Paul a chance to come up with a tagline for the podcast. Oh and Paul forgets how to talk and Phil comes up with a solution to his predicament.
After what seems like a long absence, the reviewing duo of Phil and Paul are back with their views on episode 4 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. Did they continue the trend of liking what they saw or follow a few UK viewers in almost giving up on watching? Did they mind some percieved plot holes or just get caught up in all the fun?
All this plus the latest news from the world of Who and Torchwood and Phil's plan to use Tony as some kind of duelling glove.
In a rather argumentative episode, Paul and Phil give their opinions of episode 3 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. Will Phil be happier than he was last week or is it Paul's turn to the dark side? Does the world care? Anyway, they ramble on as normal and Phil makes a rather crass comment about him not having his teeth in. If a podcast could blush, it would be this one.
Another belated Torchwood review! This episode Phil and Paul take a look at episode 2 of Torchwood: Miracle Day and they are not best pleased. While Paul delivers his opinion with his usual level headed and measured approach, Phil let's his temper get the better of him as he vents his anger at what he believes to be an absolute stinker of an episode. They both agree that not much happened in Torchwoods latest installment and they also thumb their noses at a rather shoddy special effect.
It's audio commentary time!! And this month, Phil & Paul show Tony the delights of Attack Of The Cybermen. Yes, last month they promised him a glimpse of the future Doctor Who style and they bring him 1985! However, Tony was fairly impressed with Peri's cleavage, camp sarcastic Cybermen and the Cryons drugs factory. As usual, Phil set Tony one or two tasks during the coure of the evening and Tony also had the temerity to ask why there are no gold Cybermen. The fool!!
After thinking they would never get this done, the reviewing duo of Paul and Phil finally get round to airing their views on episode 1 of Torchwood: Miracle Day. Were they disappointed? Did it live up to Children Of Earth? Did it have the cleaning power of bleach? All these questions are answered inside this weeks episode of the Who's He? Podcast!
In this episode, while the rest of the world is debating Torchwood, Paul and Phil carry on with their retrospective of Series 5 with a look back at Victory Of The Daleks. Why they put themselves through this we'll never know but as Paul takes a more tempered view of the story, Phil gets quite angry at deus ex machina endings, historical inaccuracies and getting his beloved Spitfire wrong.
All this plus Torchwood and Doctor Who news.
This week the reviewing duo of Phil and Paul continue their retrospective of Series 5 by taking a look back at The Beast Below and find themselves both surprised about how little they can find wrong with a so-so story. However, the pair of them are even more surprised when Paul thinks his connection has dropped out mid chat and Phil discloses what childhood nightmares scared him at the seaside.
All this plus a piece of news with a very tenous link to Doctor Who.
After quite a few false starts, the Who's He? trio managed to get their act together and bring you an audio commentary for the third Doctor story The Time Warrior. Marvel as Phil and Paul set Tony a little quiz throughout the story and shake your heads in disappointment as they shamelessly plug breweries in the vain hope they will be sent a few crates of beer. All this plus Tony devises a system to remember actors names.
As we are in the mid series lull, the reviewing duo of Phil and Paul decide to travel back in time and have a retrospective of Series 5 starting with Matt Smith's first episode The Eleventh Hour. They decide whether this is the finest post regeneration story ever and what they were feeling when this episode first aired (mainly trepidation and excitement if you can't wait).
They also discuss this weeks main news stories, which is a distinct lack of Torchwood news in the UK and the next round of fretting over Series 7, where there was panic on the streets of Twitter.
This week, the reviewing duo of Phil and Paul try to give the listeners a mid series review of series 6.1 without going over old ground. Go on, you try it if you think it's easy! Anyway, they deliberate over the general tone of the series so far and tell an excited public what their favourite and least favourite episodes have been. It's also a rather busy week for Who news, some good, some sad which gives Phil an opportunity to vent his anger on sloppy journalism. Again.
Well folks, it's here at last, the mid series finale A Good Man Goes To War and this week, Phil and Paul find their roles are reversed with Phil liking the episode and Paul not so keen. However, they both discuss whether this was the massive cliffhanger we were all promised or was it a bit of a damp squib and left to ponder what will happen in the Autumn? Oh and the pair of them lied about the mid series review promised last week. That's not until next week, the lazy good for nothing swines!
In the second of this weeks podcasts, the reviewing duo of Paul and Phil air their views on the latest episode The Almost People. However, all is not well in the Who's He? camp as the pair have rather differing views on this episode and run the gamut of emotions such as joy, disappointment, elation, anger, happiness, resentment and er....anger again. But they're both friends again at the end. Honest.
In the first of this weeks podcasts, Tony returns to the fold and enjoys the wonders of the William Hartnell story The War Machines. The trio soak up the ambience of swinging London and fab gear, stuffy professors and government ministers (the squares!) and go Mike "Runaround" Reid spotting. Phil also sets Tony a challenge to finally reveal what happened to Dodo Chaplet after her break in the country. But never forget, Doctor Who is required!
This week, the Who's He? reviewing duo take a look at the latest episode The Rebel Flesh. Both Paul and Phil are not overly critical of this weeks story and the general view is that Matthew Graham has redeemed himself for Fear Her. However, being the picky swines that they are, they still manage to talk about Roger Moore designed acid suits and ropey CGI.
They also discuss whether Doctor Who is or ever was too scary for children and go off topic more than once whilst losing themselves in childhood memories.
After last weeks disappointing episode, the chaps at Who's He? had high hopes for the much anticipated Neil Gaiman story The Doctor's Wife. Well, neither Paul nor Phil were disappointed but did they think it was the story to change the face of Who as we know it or did they not get caught up in the hype?
Also, the other topic of discussion is Steven Moffat who had a bit of a rant this week at fans who post spoilers and the reaction of the fans on the forums, which nearly leads Paul into giving away his dark secrets of the internet!
Doctor Who and pirates, what's not to like eh? Well, not a lot according to Phil and Paul who are less than thrilled with this weeks story as both of them turn into overly critical Who fans, the one thing that Phil particuarly dislikes also manages to fit in two hearty aharr's for good measure. Good job Tony couldn't be with them again!
They also take a look at the British press and their obsession with Doctor Who's recent viewing figures.
Just for a change, a Tony-less Who's He? team review the quite brilliant opening two episodes of series 6, The Impossible Astronaut and The Day Of The Moon and also pay tribute to Elisabeth Sladen who sadly passed away after recording our 2nd show.
Not only that but Phil takes issue with fans who make theories about character developments whilst ignoring all the facts and Paul struggles with a football injury!
A complete disaster this month, as we were completely caught off guard by technical faults and had to substitute our planned commentary with the Matt Smith story The Lodger. So sit on the edge of your seat and be prepared for forty five minutes of unplanned silence. We can only offer our sincere apologies and you can collect a full refund at the door.
In this, the first episode of the Who's He? Podcast, the intrepid three show the podcasting community how not to conduct a podcast as nerves come shining through as we dip our toes in the world of podcasting with the Tom Baker classic, Pyramids Of Mars. Thrill as Phil commits a cardinal sin and misremembers Who!! Gasp as Tony forgets the "no filth" rule and feint with shock as Paul cheats and looks up facts in a book! All interspersed with long periods of silence.