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Who Back When | A Doctor Who Podcast

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Doctor Who
Space Babies
David Tennant
Catherine Tate
RTD
AI Technology
The Toymaker
Shooty Gatwa
Millie Gibson
Steven Moffat
Belinda Chandra
Bi-Generation
Neil Patrick Harris
Disney
Emotional Manipulation
Alan Cumming
Lux
Miami
1952
Projectionist

There are hundreds of Doctor Who episodes and stories out there and we intend to watch them all! Not just that – We’ll watch, review, discuss, debate, rate and praise and/or poke holes in every episode of Doctor Who, starting with the 1963 pilot. That’s right; we’re beginning with William Hartnell and then working our way forward through time, episode by episode and Doctor by Doctor. In parallel, ... more

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Latest Episodes

The "God of Light" turns itself into a cartoon character that, umm, captures people in celluloid?! On rewatch, we offer RTD a lot of admittedly late rewrite options.

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The TARDIS is still having problems landing back on earth in 2025 so Doc a... more

17 years ago, new companion Belinda was on a date with a chap called Alan and he bought her a star. Well, he bought her a bit of paper that says the star is hers. Young Belinda unfortunately doesn’t have world experience yet and thinks it’s kind of s... more

When Doc happens upon the delightful Time Hotel in Earth’s future, he’s in for a real treat. Every room offers a different historical period and plenty of plot potential. ere he can embark on a yuletide adventure, he embroils himself in a devious pla... more

Myriad single tears later, an old man takes credit for the women doing all the work in this season finale

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Let’s pick up where we left off, shall we? Susan Triad has turned into Sutekh’s puppet, along with Harriet Arbinger, and they’re threa... more

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Ok

    More entertaining than the current, soon-to-be-cancelled trash on the telly. But then so is circumcision with no sedative and the use of blunt, rusty scissors.

    Loses points for bringing Marie back 👎🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mr Day
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Who Back When

    Absolutely brilliant the best podcast I have ever listened to ( considering I have only listened to 1 podcast )

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benjiboy4472
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent Whovian Goodness

    When I first discovered there were podcasts about Doctor Who in 2020, I sampled several to see which best suited me. Who Back When, led by Ponken/Leon and a variety of cohosts, became my Go To listening pleasure whenever I was driving, working in the yard, or just cleaning in the house. They have been doing this for ten (!) years, reviewing all the televised Who there is, both classic and new Who, and more than a few Audio Who stories. I find they take a critical, yet light-hearted look at every... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tanz Sixfingers
    United States2 years ago
  • Boring

    Everything they watch is great and wonderful and magnificent. If you just want to be told this fandom you are part of is amazing, I guess this is the podcast for you. Me, I like substance.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Teem Dodger
    United States2 years ago
  • Wokery Abounds.

    Two smug lefties, who find things to tut about in the most innocuous places. No doubt even the Ptng has links to slavery or something. Sad state of affairs. Avoid.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mr Day
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Critiques are noted about pacing, especially around moments of excessive laughter, with some preferring a more structured analysis.
Fans appreciate the unique perspectives offered, especially around character developments and story arcs.
Many reviews commend the chemistry among the hosts, noting their enthusiastic and dynamic interactions.
Listeners praise the show for its humor and ability to engage with Doctor Who lore deeply, making it both fun and informative.
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N178 The Giggle
Q: What's your take on the changes in the Doctor's character and how it affects the story?
I think it opens up new dimensions, but also complicates things with continuity.
N178 The Giggle
Q: Is there anything else you want to talk about in terms of the Toymaker?
Let's get back to him later on. What else you got?
N178 The Giggle
Q: High level, how do you feel about this?
Oh, really didn't like it.
N178 The Giggle
Q: How do you feel about the Toymaker or Neil Patrick Harris specifically or shall we get back to him later on?
Let's get back to him later on. What else you got?
N180 Space Babies
Q: Overall, how did you rate the episode?
Most rated it poorly due to the childishness, settling around 1.6 to 3.0.

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Content primarily focuses on reviewing and discussing every episode of a long-running sci-fi series, exploring themes such as character development, plotting, and cultural relevance. The hosts provide a mix of commentary that ranges from critical analysis to humorous banter, discussing both classic episodes dating back to the 1960s and more recent revivals. This series stands out for its commitment to covering every aspect of the show, from plot points to behind-the-scenes trivia, all while engaging directly with listener feedback and perspectives.

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Who Back When launched 12 years ago and published 482 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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