The DWP team
The DWP Team: Series 2 Hosts
Since returning in 2019, The Doctor Who Podcast’s second era has brought together a broad mix of fans, podcasters and commentators from across the fandom. Meet the current Series 2 team, with a little about each host and links to follow their work beyond the podcast.
Meet the team
James
James is a long-time Doctor Who fan and co-founder of the DWP, with a particular love for the wilderness years, the Virgin New Adventures and Big Finish. Outside the Whoniverse, he also fronted the Dad’s Army podcast.
Phil
Phil has been a Doctor Who fan since early childhood, with Jon Pertwee firmly established as his Doctor. He is one of the voices behind the Who’s He? Podcast and is happily working his way through the vast world of Big Finish.
Michele
Michele discovered Doctor Who on PBS in California in the 1980s and returned with delight when the modern series began. She is also an enthusiastic listener of Big Finish, and outside Doctor Who enjoys hiking, camping, cello and theatre.
Ian
Ian has been hooked on Doctor Who since the Davison era, after childhood terror at Kroll and the Pirate Captain’s robot parrot. He works in IT, plays the drums, and has a lifelong weakness for classic Target books, robots and spaceships.
Brent
Brent first encountered Doctor Who on PBS in the early 1980s and never looked back. He co-hosts Doctor Who: Who & Company with Drew, plays guitar, and brings a huge affection for the show’s past, present and future.
Drew
Drew is a children’s librarian, podcaster and game designer whose Doctor Who journey began in print before moving to screen. He also co-hosts Who & Company, bringing wit, warmth and a love of storytelling to the team.
Ashley
Ashley Frieze is a comedian, musician and writer whose songs and jingles have become a distinctive part of the DWP. A regular contributor since 2025, he also performs around the UK and releases comedy music under his own name and through The Incredible Jukebox.
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