Time And Space: A Doctor Who Podcast

"Demons of the Punjab" DiscussionJessica and Phillip venture over to Partition Day with special guest Miles for this historical Thirteenth Doctor episode. They talk the tradition of Whovian histories, how Chibnall is changing "Doctor Who" storytelling, and how this series is different from others. In their look into the TARDIS library, Jessica reviews the Second Doctor novel "Dying in the Sun" by Jon de Burgh Miller, as Ben and Polly run around L.A., solving Hollywood alien murders.Learn more about Miles' podcast "Doctor Who's Line, is it? ... Anyway!" - https://drwhosline.wordpress.com/

"The Tsuranga Conundrum" DiscussionJessica and Phillip talk all things Pting, joined by new Who-watcher Charlynn to see what this "Doctor Who" thing is all about. The trio sees how the Doctor talks hope, pregnant men, and anti-matter explanations.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple visit "The Two Doctors," a Sixth Doctor/Second Doctor multi-Doctor adventure. What are your thoughts of the 13th Doctor at this series mid-point?

"Arachnids in the UK" DiscussionJessica and Phillip talk Mr. Big/Not-Trump and spiders with special guest Lindsay. From meeting Yaz's family, to Graham facing Grace's ghost, to Ryan thinking about who his family is - this episode rises above its monstrous premise. In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple look at the Sixth Doctor/Brigadier book - "The Shadow in the Glass," by Justin Richards and Steve Cole. Do Nazis, imps, and odd ceremonies mix together for an interesting story or an odd adventure?

"Rosa" DiscussionThere's lots to discuss. In the third episode of Series 11, the Doctor and her gang encounter an evil that is more menacing than ever - racism and hate. Jessica and Phillip are joined by KC to go through this powerful episode of "Doctor Who" and what it has to say about yesteryear and today.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple visit the Big Finish production of "Class, Vol. 2." What are the students of Coal Hill Academy up to now? And what classic Who companion has joined them to fight a Dalek?

"The Ghost Monument" DiscussionWho will win and who will survive? These questions, along with new series titles anda TARDIS, make the Thirteenth Doctor's second episode an interesting adventure. Jessica and Phillip are joined by Michelle to talk about the two finalists in this interplanetary game, and how the Doctor's friends cope with their first travels in space.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple focus on the second series of "The Sarah Jane Adventures," the "Doctor Who" spinoff for younger fans. From losing a main character to gaining a new one, they talk about how they enjoy all the trials and tribulations of the junior Scooby Gang.How are you enjoying the Thirteenth Doctor's companions so far?

"The Woman Who Fell to Earth" DiscussionJessica and Phillip jump into the Thirteenth Doctor's first episode with their "new best friend" Sue. The trio look at the newly regenerated Doctor, and her "fam" of Ryan, Graham, Grace, and Yaz. From a tooth-y monster to a sad and surprising ending, this episode sets the course for this new series of "Doctor Who."In their look into the TARDIS library, Jessica and Phillip examine "Doctor Who: The Women Who Lived: Amazing Tales for Future Time Lords" by Christel Dee & Simon Guerrier. This book features all of the women characters from Susan Foreman to Jodie Whittaker's Doctor. What was the most memorable part of Whittaker's first episode?

New York Comic Con - Doctor Who Premiere PanelOur new best friend provides the audio of the NYCC "Doctor Who" panel, featuring the Thirteenth Doctor (Jodie Whittaker), showrunner Chris Chibnall, and series executive producer Matt Strevens. The audience reacts to watching the Series 11 first episode "The Women Who Fell to Earth," whilst the Doctor herself explains how it all happened. Enjoy this panel, and look forward to our upcoming episode review!

Doctors' First EpisodesWe begin our second season of "Time & Space" eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Thirteenth Doctor! Jessica and Phillip get ready by dissecting the first episodes of "new" Doctors. They look at how each episode handles newly regenerated Time Lords - taking their first confused steps, how new companions get introduced, and how we establish each "new" Doctor as being part of the long-established line/franchise.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple reviews the Big Finish release of "Class, Vol. 1" (learn more at https://www.bigfinish.com/releases/v/class-volume-01-1857). Does this cancelled spin-off improve as an audio adventure?What's your favorite "first episode" of a Doctor?

In Focus: "Class"When it comes to "Doctor Who" spin-offs, Jessica and Phillip have discussed their love of "Torchwood" and "The Sarah Jane Adventures." But there's one spin-off (not counting "K-9 and Company") that begin and ended in just a few weeks - the 2016 series, "Class." This Coal Hill Academy-based series was blessed by the 12th Doctor, but lasted only eight episodes. What worked? What didn't? Did you want another semester of "Class"?In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisits "Full Circle," the 4th Doctor adventure that introduced the young companion Adric. They dicuss the paralells with "Class" and how spiders become Marsh Men.With this season one finale of the podcast, what are you looking forward to in season two? And what most excites you about new "Doctor Who"?

The First Episode - "An Unearthly Child"This is the season of new "Doctor Who," so Jessica and Phillip travel to the very start of the franchise with the 1963 premeire episode - "An Unearthly Child." They look at what was established early on, and how the characters of the Doctor and his three companions (Susan, Barbara, and Ian) took the first steps that led to the Thirteenth Doctor. In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple re-vists the rebirth of "Doctor Who" in 2005 with "Rose," introducing the Ninth Doctor and his companion. How well did the "re-introduction" work for new audiences?What do you think has changed the most in over 55 years of the franchise?

Daleks' Invasion Earth 2150 A.D., Part 2In this second part of Jessica and Phillip's two-part Dalek TV v. movie series, they focus on the second (and last) Peter Cushing "Doctor Who" movie: "Daleks' Invasion Earth 2150 A.D." They look at how it stands as it's own movie, how it compares with it's TV inspiration, the First Doctor adventure "The Dalek Invasion of Earth," and whether the Daleks could use another movie treatment. In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple re-visit the Twelfth Doctor story "Into the Dalek," and how this episode tries to make a Dalek "good," and even "interesting."Do you enjoy the Peter Cushing "Doctor Who" movies

Dalek Invasion of Earth, Part 1Jessica and Phillip begin their two-part series of exploring Daleks, the Doctor, and Peter Cushing. In this first installment, they examine the First Doctor Adventure "The Dalek Invasion of Earth" which served as the inspiration for the second Doctor Who film, starring Cushing as the Doctor. This six-part serial provides adventures for William Hartnell's Doctor, as well as Ian, Barbara, and Susan (who leaves the series at the end of this serial). What made this story good enough for a feature film?In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisits "Dalek," the Ninth Doctor story that "re-introduced" the Skaro fiends to "nuWho." What makes a single Dalek so scary? Plenty, it turns out.Which First Doctor adventure do you think would have made a great movie?

Character Profile: The MasterThe Master is one of the Doctor's greatest foes, and just like our favorite Time Lord, this villain regenerates over the years. Jessica and Phillip talk the various Masters (and Mistress), and which ones played to tropes and which created nuance & complexity. In their look into the TARDIS library, they revisit the first appearance of The Master (Roger Delgado) in the Third Doctor adventure, "Terror of the Autons," which also introduces Jo Grant.Who was your favorite Master/Mistress?

Ranking the DoctorsEveryone has their list of favorite Doctors - but what if we tried to rank the different Time Lord incarnations using more objective factors? Jessica and Phillip draw up their ranking of the "numbered" Doctors using criteria such as strength of companions, good stories, and how excited you are to see a serial of that Doctor. Their two lists ending being similar but not the same.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisit the Fourth Doctor story "City of Death," and why a strong story like this makes Tom Baker's Doctor a favorite.Who are your top 5 Doctors

"Broadchurch" DiscussionNew "Doctor Who" showrunner Chris Chibnall is known, aside from Who and "Torchwood," for creating the British TV drama "Broadchurch." This three-series long show featured Jodie Whittaker, as well as other Who alums - David Tennant, Arthur Darvill, and others. Jessica and Phillip are joined by fellow "Broadchurch" fan Lindsay to dissect what this series portends for the new series of "Doctor Who."In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple look at Chris Chibnall's first "Doctor Who" episode - "47." This Tenth Doctor adventure gives us another look into what awaits us with the Thirteenth Doctor.What's your favorite Chibnall episode?

Casting CelebritiesWhen you're a known actor who is hired for "Doctor Who," whether as a Doctor or companion, it can cause some fans to be excited or nervous. Jessica and Phillip examine those actors who came to the franchise with notable previous roles and how that affected their time in the TARDIS. From one-hit wonder Billie Piper to comedianne Catherine Tate, they co-hosts examine how it all worked out.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple examines Peter Davison's first time in the cricket outfit in "Castrovalva." Davison was coming off a memorable role on "All Creatures Great and Small..." to become to Fifth Doctor, how did his first serial cement him as the Doctor?Which "Doctor Who" casting surprised you the most?

Companions' Post-TARDIS LivesWe all have favorite and non-favorite companions. But, no matter what, we love to see them running around with the Doctor, having adventures in time and space. But what about when companions leave the TARDIS? How does their time spent in the past and future affect their "regular" lives back on Earth? Jessica and Phillip examine companions lives after "Doctor Who" says goodbye to them.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisits The Sarah Jane Adventures story "Death of the Doctor," featuring the return of Jo Jones (nee Grant). The classic companions discuss what's happened to their TARDIS brethern throughout the years, and what it means to move on from life in the TARDIS.Which companion do you think had the best post-TARDIS life?

In Focus: TARDISThe most reconigizable part of "Doctor Who" is that time traveling, blue police box, the TARDIS. She's been a constant presence, but how much do we know about this Time Lord ship? Jessica and Phillip examine the TARDIS as an active character in the show, from how she reacts to companions to how she communicates with the Doctor. In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple co-hosts examine "Attack of the Cybermen," when the Sixth Doctor actually (kinda) fixes the TARDIS' chamelon circuit, and we see it appear as non-police box objects.What would be the best substitute for the police box as a new TARDIS appearance? What would be the worst?

The Many Deaths of the Doctor (7-12)Endings can be sad, but they are also celebrations of the journey. All that to say - the Doctor has died many times, but each time "Doctor Who" ends, we get to say goodbye, look back on that particular Doctor's life and times, and ready ourselves for the next regeneration. Jessica and Phillip talk about the deaths of the Seventh thru Twelfth Doctors, trying to spot any patterns and what sets them apart.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple examines "Planet of the Spiders," as the Third Doctor faces his final fear, with a death in the spider crystal caves.What's your favorite Doctor death scene?

Big Moral Decisions of the DoctorThe Doctor often has the fate of the planet Earth or even the whole universe in his hands - the decisions he makes affects the fates of entire galaxies. Jessica and Phillip ask - does the Doctor always make the right choice? They explore the big moral decisions in "Doctor Who," like whether to use The Moment to end the Time War by destroying Gallifrey and the Dalek fleet. They also look at how the Doctor's frequent interferences and the consequences might make the Time Lords' doctrine of non-interference look more attractive.In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisits the Fourth Doctor's big decision in "Genesis of the Daleks" - has he the right to destroy the Daleks in their infancy?Is there a decision or action by the Doctor that you disagree with?