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A Hamster With a Blunt Penknife - a Doctor Who Commentary podcast

Joe Ford
Doctor Who
The Time Monster
Target Books
Time Travel
Daleks
Colin Baker
Eighth Doctor Adventures
The Caves Of Androzani
Missing Adventures
New Adventures
Anachrophobia
Ruby Red
The Beast Of Fang Rock
Jon Pertwee
Georgia Cook
Third Doctor
Horror Themes
Mind Warp
Daniel Rawnsley
Pip and Jane Baker

Join Joe Ford as he waltzes all around the world (via whatever means the internet allows) and undertakes Doctor Who commentaries with a wide range of wonderful contributors. Fans, podcasters, online reviewers, writers, actors...the USP of this podcast is it's variety of guests and the fact that they all bring their own unique perspective to the podcast. The guest chooses the story, be it one they ... more

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Andrew Batty
guest and contributing podcaster
Episode: Hamster Book Club - Vanderdekens Children by Christopher Bulis (featuring Luke Sims-Jenkins, Jon Arnold & Andrew Batty)
Joe Ford
guest and regular contributor
Episode: Hamster Book Club - Vanderdekens Children by Christopher Bulis (featuring Luke Sims-Jenkins, Jon Arnold & Andrew Batty)
Paul Arthur
Podcast debut guest, avid Doctor Who fan and commentator
Episode: Talks to Paul Arthur about his choice of Kerblam!
Jack Coyer
Young contributor to the podcast with a fresh perspective on The X-Files.
Episode: The (X) Hamster Files - The Jersey Devil (featuring agent Jack Coyer)
Glenn Fitzgerald
A fan and commentator on Doctor Who with a love for various genres including military history and horror films.
Episode: Talks to Glenn Fitzgerald about his choice of The Stones of Blood (4/4)
Andy Kent
Fresh-faced, young, and innocent to the world of Doctor Who
Episode: Talks to Andy, Lee & Cam about their choice of The Mind Robber (3/5)
Paul Dunn
A commentator and fan familiar with Doctor Who.
Episode: Talks to Paul Dunn about his choice of Revenge of the Cybermen (3/4)
Mark Donaldson
Bollywood superstar
Episode: Hamster Book Club - The Book of the Still by Paul Ebbs (featuring Mark Donaldson)
Nathan Bottomley
Podcaster and commentator on Doctor Who and The X Files
Episode: The (X) Hamster Files - Deep Throat (featuring Agent Nathan Bottomley)

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Joe Ford
Host of A Hamster With a Blunt Penknife, known for his engaging personality and ability to draw out interesting insights from guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Wonderful

    Podcast Addict
    5
    R H
    4 months ago
  • Good fun

    I mostly listen to the 'Strictly Come Hamster' episodes, which are always great fun. They are enjoyable, even though I almost always disagree with their choices. Sometimes I’m screaming at my iPad, ‘are you insane?’ over some of the eccentric picks that are made, but everyone is entitled to an opinion. It's often raucous, rambunctious and as camp as a row of tents, but it can also be very insightful. I like it a lot, even if one of the presenters has blocked me on Twitter (presumably) for my ant... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Turlough
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Wonderfully funny

    A very fun podcast particularly Strictly Come Hamster, funny, thoughtful variety of different takes on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Guy 1993
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Strictly marvellous!

    Like the main episodes but LOVE the Strictly Come Hamsters! A great entertaining and amusing debate about which is the best story on that particular season of Doctor Who, and always with some crazy moments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Hollingsworth
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant

    Followed Joe over from Bite Me. This is equally brilliant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SlayerBuffy
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Many highlight the warmth and welcoming nature of the host, appreciating the diverse perspectives contributed by each episode's guests.
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Feedback frequently mentions the show's ability to invoke nostalgia while providing thoughtful critiques, making it a favorite among long-term fans.

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Talks to Dr Simon Exton about his choice of The Moonbase (4/4)
Q: Do you think it's too fast now then, all of it?
Yes, and I feel it misses out on characterisation and ambience like Classic Who did.
Talks to Dr Simon Exton about his choice of The Moonbase (4/4)
Q: What are your three fabulous things as to why we would recommend The Moonbase?
The best team ever, perfecting the base under siege format, Troughton's stellar performance, and the fabulous sets including the moon surface.
The (X) Hamster Files - Shadows (featuring Agent Frazer Gregory)
Q: What's made you want to be involved with this then? If it was a show that you abandoned?
Joe wants to give the show a reappraisal to determine if it still holds up after many years.
The (X) Hamster Files - Shadows (featuring Agent Frazer Gregory)
Q: Why is that?
Joe describes how he originally enjoyed the first season but became distracted with other things, drinks, and felt like the arc of the series was not going anywhere.
Hamster Book Club - The Sleep of Reason by Martin Day (featuring Michael Mills & Dylan Rees)
Q: Should Doctor Who go here? Mental health, depression, asylums, are all factors in the stories that we're talking about today.
Yes, I think Doctor Who can do this and should do this, as it can approach mental health in a realistic and sympathetic way.

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A unique commentary series invites listeners into conversations about Doctor Who through a diverse array of guests, including fans, writers, reviewers, and actors. Each episode features a guest discussing their selected episode or story, reflecting on personal insights, critiques, and intriguing trivia relevant to the chosen narrative. This format celebrates the variety of perspectives within the Doctor Who community, seamlessly blending humor with nostalgia and critiques that resonate with long-time fans and newcomers alike. The engaging dialogues foster a sense of camaraderie among listeners, making it a delightful experience for anyone passionate about the series.

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Recent guests on A Hamster With a Blunt Penknife include:

1. Andrew Batty
2. Joe Ford
3. Paul Arthur
4. Jack Coyer
5. Glenn Fitzgerald
6. Andy Kent
7. Paul Dunn
8. Mark Donaldson

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