The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #259: Regenerations 5: Bad Wolf and Parting of the Ways

Join Michele, James and Luke from The Minute Doctor Who Podcast for Part Five of our Regenerations series, our first from the modern era, Bad Wolf and Parting of the Ways. Ian also pops in to join Michele to discuss the first in the fourth series of Eighth Doctor and Charley Big Finish plays, Faith Stealer. Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #258: Regenerations 4: Planet of the Spiders

Join James, Michele and Ian as they talk about Jon Pertwee's and the third Doctor's final story, Planet of the Spiders.  How does this story stand up compared to the other farewell stories? And just who is afraid of spiders anyway?  Along with some listener feedback and the announcement of the winner of the Tenth Planet DVD competition, what more could you ask for? Well okay then, since you insist: Ian and Michele also review the final story in the third series of Eighth Doctor and Charley Big Finish adventures, The Twilight Kingdom.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #257: Regenerations 3: Time and the Rani

Join Michele, Ian and Tony for malapropisms, spoons and of course, the Tetrap Rap as they take a nostaligic look back at Time and the Rani. What, you've never heard of the Tetrap Rap? Ian and Michele then shunt off into the Divergent universe to review The Natural History of Fear as they approach the end of the third series of Eight Doctor and Charley plays from Big Finish. Join us next week for the listeners choice of Regeneration stories – that might just include arachnids. Brrrr.

The Doctor Who Podcast: Special 9 – Paul Spragg – In His Own Words

Last week Doctor Who lost one of the most happy, vibrant and friendly of fans. Paul Spragg worked for Big Finish and was intrinsic to so much of their work. Big Finish released the news on their website last week. Michele recorded an interview with Paul at Chicago TARDIS in 2012. Join them as they discuss Paul’s career, his fondness for puns and of course his work for Big Finish.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #256: Ideology in Doctor Who

It’s another geek-out in the Campervan this week – well, you seem to like them and we can’t get enough of them either!  This week however there is an underlying theme to the otherwise unplanned banter. Do the stories told though Doctor Who have any deeper meaning than is immediately apparent? Is there an ideology being transmitted though the show? Join Tom and James and they mull this over - and get distracted several times on the way. Ian and Michele reach the mid-point of the third season of Eight Doctor and Charley Big Finish plays and review The Creed of the Kromon. Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast: Writers Special 3 – John Dorney, Andrew Smith and Matt Fitton

Join Michele as she presents intervews with writers Andrew Smith, John Dorney and Matt Fitton. The trio of writers for Big Finish sit down with Ian and discuss their trade and Doctor Who at Big Finish Day 4 held earlier this year.  Just what does it take to become a writer - and how then do you end up giving words to Gallifrey's greatest son? Many thanks to Big Finish Productions and to 10th Planet Events. James and Tom will be back next week with Episode 256 to discuss ideology in Doctor Who!  You have been warned. Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #255: Series 8 Casting and Regenerations 2: Logopolis

Join Stephen, Ian, Michele and Tom for Part 2 of our Regenerations series, this time focussing on the fourth Doctor’s final story, Logopolis. Nothing controversial there, right. Right? Hello? Anyway, that’s after they Campervan Crew catch up on the plethora of casting announcements for Series 8. Ian and Michele also talk about Big Finish’s Scherzo in their ongoing quest through the Eighth Doctor and Charley plays. Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #254: Geekout!

Join Michele, Stephen and James for the latest DWP geekout – 30 minutes of Doctor Who chatter without any planning or structure!  The five minutes of planned sanity see Michele and Ian talk about Big Finish's 40th Main Range release, the mighty Zagreus. Join us next week for Part 2 of our Regenerations series when Logopolis will be put under the DWP microscope. Enjoy the show!

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #253: Regenerations 1: The Tenth Planet

Step into the Campervan and join James, Stephen, Ian and Tony as they discuss the first in a series of shows focussing on the regeneration stories.  Starting at the beginning, they discuss the merits of The Tenth Planet;  the Cybermen’s first story and William Hartnell’s last. In the annex, Ian and Michele finally reach the finale of the second series of Eighth Doctor and Charley Big Finish stories, Neverland. Enjoy the show!

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #252: Pond versus Oswald

Amy Pond and Clara Oswin Oswald.  Which character has the more interesting journey? Who is more interesting to watch on screen?  Which actor delivers the most convincing performance?!  Join Stephen, Michele, James and Leeson as they talk about two of the Doctor’s most recent companions.  Ian and Michele also take time out to discuss the latest Eighth Doctor and Charley play in their marathon listen – and review Big Finish’s Time of the Daleks. Enjoy the show

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #251: Companions That Never Were

Is there a character from from one story, or perhaps just one episode of Doctor Who that you find particularly memorable?  Or is there anyone that you felt gave such good performance that they had you wishing them through the doors of the TARDIS?  Have you been disappointed at having to say goodbye to a Companion That Never Was?!  The history of televised Doctor Who is littered with fantastic performances from members of supporting cast.  Join James, Ian, Michele and Tony as they put forward their candidates of who they believe would have made a fantastic companion to the Doctor.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #250: Paul McGann interview

Join us for a landmark Episode of The Doctor Who Podcast! 250 DWPs eh?! Who'd have thought?!  Well, this time we have a treat for you as Ian gets to spend some chatting to the Eight Doctor himself, Mr Paul McGann at this year's Big Finish Day 4. The Campervan is full to bursting this week as Trevor, James, Leeson, Michele and Stephen all make an appearance (of sorts!) and chime in with their thoughts about the Eight Doctor era. Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #249: The Next Showrunner

Join Michele, Tom and Stephen as they talk about the role of the all-powerful Showrunner - and toss some names of potential candidates in the air in terms of whom might succeed Steven Moffat when the time comes. Ian and Michele continue their voyage through season two of the Eight Doctor and Charley Big Finish plays and take a look at Seasons of Fear and Embrace the Darkness. We'll be back next week with Episode 250!  And we've a little surprise for you in store.... Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #248: Six months of Big Finish in sixty minutes!

Join James and a special guest (a very, very special guest)  as they talk their way through six – yes, SIX Big Finish Main Range plays.  Sit back and hear them talk about Eldrad Must Die, The Lady of Mercia, Prisoners of Fate, Persuasion, Starlight Robbery and Daleks Among Us. We'll be back next week when we turn our attention to just who might follow Steven Moffat as Showrunner of Doctor Who. Enjoy the show.

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #247: Gallifrey One 25 Review

Join Stephen and Leeson as they geek out over this year's Gallifrey One convention.  Stephen (who attended) describes his experiences to Leeson (who stayed at home). Hear Leeson's frustration gradually increase as Stephen reveals what it's like when 3,300 Doctor Who fans from around the globe converge in a hotel, pretty much at the end of one of the runways at Los Angeles Airport. Ian and Michele continue their trek through the early Eighth Doctor and Charley stories as they review Big Finish's Invaders from Mars and The Chimes of Midnight. There  was a recording issue this episode that has resulted in Stephen's voice sounding like a partially converted Cyberman.  Apologies for this and hopefully it won't interfere with your listening pleasure too much!

The Doctor Who Podcast Episode #246: Gallifrey Stands! A preview of Gallifrey One

With just two days to go before the largest Doctor Who Convention kicks off in Los Angeles, Stephen and Michele are joined by Chip Sudderth, also known as The Two Minute Time Lord to preview Gallifrey One 25. Join the US occupation of the Campervan to hear about experiences of Gallifreys past and the preview of the programme for this year’s event.  Stephen, Michele and Chip will all be there at the LAX Marriott for the con, so if you’re going, make you track them down and say ‘hi’. Enjoy the show.