60 acast.com Always Foolish: A Positive Doctor Who Podcast https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/always-foolish en David Lever Doctor Who,Davies,RTD,Positive,Positivity,Scifi,moffat,chibnall,tennant,capaldi,daleks,critique,fandom,news,improv think are bad. We'll be tackling negative discourse head-on by discussing where these stories fall down, how they could be improved, and what's actually pretty darn great about them, thank you very much. And along the way there'll be news, impressions, and many, many tangents.

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]]> think are bad. We'll be tackling negative discourse head-on by discussing where these stories fall down, how they could be improved, and what's actually pretty darn great about them, thank you very much. And along the way there'll be news, impressions, and many, many tangents.

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]]> false David Lever info+63f678716c3fc0001171106a@mg-eu.acast.com 63f678716c3fc0001171106a always-foolish episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/63f678716c3fc0001171106a/1699118199405-64d330bcea2bf715eb9a8b81e7e133dc.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/always-foolish Always Foolish: A Positive Doctor Who Podcast More Big Finish or Big Fibish? More Big Finish or Big Fibish? Sun, 31 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT 53:30 69c3dc91217ea6ceb7c0c317 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69c3dc91217ea6ceb7c0c317 69c3dc91217ea6ceb7c0c317 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full David's off on his jollies (he's in New Zealand as you're reading this, can you spot him?) so here's the next instalment of quiz game, so play along at home! Can Tom work out which of these Big Finish stories is a big fake? Does David need to go into so much detail about the Churchill Years? Does Sergeant Andy have Dyslexia? How would pig-hamlet go? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> David's off on his jollies (he's in New Zealand as you're reading this, can you spot him?) so here's the next instalment of quiz game, so play along at home! Can Tom work out which of these Big Finish stories is a big fake? Does David need to go into so much detail about the Churchill Years? Does Sergeant Andy have Dyslexia? How would pig-hamlet go? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Time for Eighth Doctor Adventure or Eighth Doctor Invention? Time for Eighth Doctor Adventure or Eighth Doctor Invention? Sat, 16 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT 31:35 69c9671fb99173277164dfcb false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69c9671fb99173277164dfcb 69c9671fb99173277164dfcb 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full David's still on his jollies around the world, so it's time for Tom to challenge David to once more determine which of these weird eighth doctor novels is a fake? If he can't, David will punish himself by buying something he hates in Japan to lug around with him forever more.


Has the Time Hotel been done before? Why does anything happen in these books? Who presents Sandi Tovskig's Richard Osman's House of Games? What sort of nemesis is Sabbath? What is that in Tom's cup? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> David's still on his jollies around the world, so it's time for Tom to challenge David to once more determine which of these weird eighth doctor novels is a fake? If he can't, David will punish himself by buying something he hates in Japan to lug around with him forever more.


Has the Time Hotel been done before? Why does anything happen in these books? Who presents Sandi Tovskig's Richard Osman's House of Games? What sort of nemesis is Sabbath? What is that in Tom's cup? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Sleep No More Sleep No More Sun, 03 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT 1:04:53 69adc4800722bbb60b9b9a73 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69adc4800722bbb60b9b9a73 69adc4800722bbb60b9b9a73 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're not hitting snooze on Mark Gatiss' series 9 fiendish found footage film, Sleep No More.

How should the critique of capitalism be drawn out more? Is Reece Shearsmith acting, or is he just like that? Isn't the implementation of found footage sorta excellent? Is Tom Blair Witching out? Why isn't this episode scary, and how can we change that? What would Clara vlog about? How should Doctor Who balance experimentation with quality? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish. Plus teenage David cameo.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're not hitting snooze on Mark Gatiss' series 9 fiendish found footage film, Sleep No More.

How should the critique of capitalism be drawn out more? Is Reece Shearsmith acting, or is he just like that? Isn't the implementation of found footage sorta excellent? Is Tom Blair Witching out? Why isn't this episode scary, and how can we change that? What would Clara vlog about? How should Doctor Who balance experimentation with quality? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish. Plus teenage David cameo.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> <![CDATA[I learnt THINGS at Chris Chibnall's book launch]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:00:45 GMT 39:19 69b84443559de2c63444e659 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69b84443559de2c63444e659 69b84443559de2c63444e659 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode David takes Tom through his weird experience at Chris Chibnall's book launch, including a few Doctor Whoy tidbits that you probably won't hear anywhere else.


How did Chibnall bring his own experiences to his detective novel? Is David a long lost Chibnall son? What were the greatest successes of the 13th Doctor's era? How would a weeping angel do at Total Wipeout? What made Flux so interesting? Does Tom know what a hill is? How does showrunning in SD differ to HD? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode David takes Tom through his weird experience at Chris Chibnall's book launch, including a few Doctor Whoy tidbits that you probably won't hear anywhere else.


How did Chibnall bring his own experiences to his detective novel? Is David a long lost Chibnall son? What were the greatest successes of the 13th Doctor's era? How would a weeping angel do at Total Wipeout? What made Flux so interesting? Does Tom know what a hill is? How does showrunning in SD differ to HD? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Dimensions in Time Loop (2026) Dimensions in Time Loop (2026) Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT 42:57 69bc42511a160b44db5677bf false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69bc42511a160b44db5677bf 69bc42511a160b44db5677bf 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full Welcome to the second Dimensions in time Loop, our yearly tradition where we find new ways to lose our minds over Doctor Who's bizarre Eastenders crossover, Dimensions in Time (1993).


Is Mandy the worst politician in British history? (Yes, Tom has the stats)! How much would David spend on a Silurian murder board? Is this in fact purgatory? Are we seeing the wilderness years made manifest? What exactly is happening to the companions? What exactly is happening to us? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Welcome to the second Dimensions in time Loop, our yearly tradition where we find new ways to lose our minds over Doctor Who's bizarre Eastenders crossover, Dimensions in Time (1993).


Is Mandy the worst politician in British history? (Yes, Tom has the stats)! How much would David spend on a Silurian murder board? Is this in fact purgatory? Are we seeing the wilderness years made manifest? What exactly is happening to the companions? What exactly is happening to us? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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]]> AI or I? A bad descriptions only quiz AI or I? A bad descriptions only quiz Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT 20:43 69b319366250eadca2e260ed false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69b319366250eadca2e260ed 69b319366250eadca2e260ed 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full It's another in person quiz, pitting Tom and Secret Third Member in a contest to see who knows David's sense of humour better? Can they distinguish him from an AI? What is Time Vogue? What if Alex Trebek did stuff? Should David have made this episode? (No). Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Also sorry for the slightly echoey audio in this episode. We're trialling a new set-up for in person recordings.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> It's another in person quiz, pitting Tom and Secret Third Member in a contest to see who knows David's sense of humour better? Can they distinguish him from an AI? What is Time Vogue? What if Alex Trebek did stuff? Should David have made this episode? (No). Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Also sorry for the slightly echoey audio in this episode. We're trialling a new set-up for in person recordings.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Did this man pretend to be Doctor Who for a free car? Did this man pretend to be Doctor Who for a free car? Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT 19:14 69a44c72a9760df1fb291915 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69a44c72a9760df1fb291915 69a44c72a9760df1fb291915 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode David looks at the story of David Burton, the definitely still alive actor who definitely claimed to be the 8th Doctor possibly to get a free car. Get ready for supportive evidence, confusing contradictions, and a bunch of other David Burtons who are not him. Legally I can't prove anything one way or another. Illegally though, when I was 7 I stole a Freddo.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.


Check out Richard Bignell's article which was my primary source for this episode.

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]]> On this episode David looks at the story of David Burton, the definitely still alive actor who definitely claimed to be the 8th Doctor possibly to get a free car. Get ready for supportive evidence, confusing contradictions, and a bunch of other David Burtons who are not him. Legally I can't prove anything one way or another. Illegally though, when I was 7 I stole a Freddo.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.


Check out Richard Bignell's article which was my primary source for this episode.

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]]> Wish World/The Reality War Part 2 Wish World/The Reality War Part 2 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 17:33:05 GMT 56:14 6988c8bd5ad8bc4f7c33d8f2 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6988c8bd5ad8bc4f7c33d8f2 6988c8bd5ad8bc4f7c33d8f2 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full In this episode we're continuing to wish for a new reality as we get to the second part of our discussion of the insane firework finale of series 15.


What should Belinda's actual arc have been? Why is Belinda exiled to the baby cube? What could Billie Piper bring to The Doctor? Did the Christmas star eat the Doctor's soul too? What themes should be drawn through the whole era? Did David engage in anti-Shobogan discrimination? Do we overthink the opinions of actors? Was there a gas leak in the bone palace? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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Won't someone please please let The Master out of that tooth! - Secret Third Member

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]]> In this episode we're continuing to wish for a new reality as we get to the second part of our discussion of the insane firework finale of series 15.


What should Belinda's actual arc have been? Why is Belinda exiled to the baby cube? What could Billie Piper bring to The Doctor? Did the Christmas star eat the Doctor's soul too? What themes should be drawn through the whole era? Did David engage in anti-Shobogan discrimination? Do we overthink the opinions of actors? Was there a gas leak in the bone palace? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod


Won't someone please please let The Master out of that tooth! - Secret Third Member

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]]> Wish World/The Reality War Part 1 Wish World/The Reality War Part 1 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:10:00 GMT 1:25:25 6975531e54d2a71b94e2c293 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6975531e54d2a71b94e2c293 6975531e54d2a71b94e2c293 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full In this episode we're wishing for a new reality as we discuss the insane firework finale of series 15.


Could one extra scene fix skeleton Omega? Is David Tennant in debt to the Mafia? What are the underlying messages behind all the madness? Who is a better actor - duck or baby? Where does spectacle give way to farce? Is this literally just the End of Time again? How did RTD capture the 13th Doctor in 1 line? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod


Won't someone please let The Master out of that tooth! - Secret Third Member

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]]> In this episode we're wishing for a new reality as we discuss the insane firework finale of series 15.


Could one extra scene fix skeleton Omega? Is David Tennant in debt to the Mafia? What are the underlying messages behind all the madness? Who is a better actor - duck or baby? Where does spectacle give way to farce? Is this literally just the End of Time again? How did RTD capture the 13th Doctor in 1 line? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod


Won't someone please let The Master out of that tooth! - Secret Third Member

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]]> Surprise! There was a Doctor Who Christmas Special in 2025 Surprise! There was a Doctor Who Christmas Special in 2025 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT 34:54 695f8cf9fbfe7fdb6e21a411 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/695f8cf9fbfe7fdb6e21a411 695f8cf9fbfe7fdb6e21a411 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full Contrary to popular belief, 2025 had not just one, but four Doctor Who christmas specials, courtesy of Big Finish. Doctor Who: Christmas: It's a Wonderful War and Other Stories is one of the best Big Finish sets of the year, and in this episode we'll be reviewing and summarizing each story to explain why they hit all the right Christmassy Doctor Whoy notes.


Doctor Who: Christmas: It's a Wonderful War and Other Stories from Big Finish Productions

From a sleepy English village to an asteroid on the edge of creation, Christmas is celebrated across all of time and space. But beneath the snow and behind the tinsel... the monsters are waiting.

1. Unholy Night by Noga Flaishon - a Missy Adventure

2. Legacy of Blood by Julian Richards - a Sixth Doctor and Jago & Litefoot Adventure

3. Presents of Mind by Mark Wright - a Smith & Sullivan Adventure

4. It's a Wonderful War by Jonathan S Powell - an Eighth Doctor Adventure

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]]> Contrary to popular belief, 2025 had not just one, but four Doctor Who christmas specials, courtesy of Big Finish. Doctor Who: Christmas: It's a Wonderful War and Other Stories is one of the best Big Finish sets of the year, and in this episode we'll be reviewing and summarizing each story to explain why they hit all the right Christmassy Doctor Whoy notes.


Doctor Who: Christmas: It's a Wonderful War and Other Stories from Big Finish Productions

From a sleepy English village to an asteroid on the edge of creation, Christmas is celebrated across all of time and space. But beneath the snow and behind the tinsel... the monsters are waiting.

1. Unholy Night by Noga Flaishon - a Missy Adventure

2. Legacy of Blood by Julian Richards - a Sixth Doctor and Jago & Litefoot Adventure

3. Presents of Mind by Mark Wright - a Smith & Sullivan Adventure

4. It's a Wonderful War by Jonathan S Powell - an Eighth Doctor Adventure

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]]> The Church on Ruby Road The Church on Ruby Road Thu, 25 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT 1:12:56 694c9adc6d80a931eba5b120 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/694c9adc6d80a931eba5b120 694c9adc6d80a931eba5b120 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full In our holiday special, we're gobbling up RTD's chaotic coincidence festive Christmas episode, The Church on Ruby Road.


Who is the breakout performer opening the Gatwa era? Why is Jurassic Park so badly run? What makes a villain versus sympathetic? Did the gobins kill Adric? Is popcorn television enough at christmas, or do we need more depth? Is Carla Sunday an alt-reality serial killer? How should the episode's hanging threads have been resolved? What DNA based pranks could we pull on Ruby? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod



Merry Christmas Davina McCall

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]]> In our holiday special, we're gobbling up RTD's chaotic coincidence festive Christmas episode, The Church on Ruby Road.


Who is the breakout performer opening the Gatwa era? Why is Jurassic Park so badly run? What makes a villain versus sympathetic? Did the gobins kill Adric? Is popcorn television enough at christmas, or do we need more depth? Is Carla Sunday an alt-reality serial killer? How should the episode's hanging threads have been resolved? What DNA based pranks could we pull on Ruby? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod



Merry Christmas Davina McCall

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]]> David reviews Halloween: Sea Smoke and Other Stories (Big Finish) David reviews Halloween: Sea Smoke and Other Stories (Big Finish) Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:30:00 GMT 15:12 692a080ac4da9138ec9a4aeb false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/692a080ac4da9138ec9a4aeb 692a080ac4da9138ec9a4aeb 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full David's been listening to Big Finishes spooky season special boxset, Halloween: Sea Smoke and Other Stories and he has thoughts. Mostly about episode 2. Enjoy this little review of one of the weirder Big Finish sets of the year.


Doctor Who: Halloween: Sea Smoke and Other Stories from Big Finish Productions

Dare you step into the shadows? Terror awaits across time and space. Silent assassins, primordial evils and horrors that defy imagination – the Doctor’s universe has never been more terrifying. The four stories are:

1. Sea Smoke by Jonathan Sims - A First Doctor and Dodo adventure

2. Party Favours by Georgia Cook - A Kate Stewart and Osgood adventure

3. Bramble King by Noga Flaishon - An Eighth Doctor and Audacity adventure

4. Merlin's Trap by Hannah Kennedy - A Twelfth Doctor adventure

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]]> David's been listening to Big Finishes spooky season special boxset, Halloween: Sea Smoke and Other Stories and he has thoughts. Mostly about episode 2. Enjoy this little review of one of the weirder Big Finish sets of the year.


Doctor Who: Halloween: Sea Smoke and Other Stories from Big Finish Productions

Dare you step into the shadows? Terror awaits across time and space. Silent assassins, primordial evils and horrors that defy imagination – the Doctor’s universe has never been more terrifying. The four stories are:

1. Sea Smoke by Jonathan Sims - A First Doctor and Dodo adventure

2. Party Favours by Georgia Cook - A Kate Stewart and Osgood adventure

3. Bramble King by Noga Flaishon - An Eighth Doctor and Audacity adventure

4. Merlin's Trap by Hannah Kennedy - A Twelfth Doctor adventure

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]]> The Interstellar Song Contest The Interstellar Song Contest Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:04:07 GMT 1:20:37 69234c96c367efee96beb3d7 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/69234c96c367efee96beb3d7 69234c96c367efee96beb3d7 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of events in the Middle East, racism, homophobia and transphobia. If these topics may be distressing to you, please feel free to skip the episode.


On this episode will we be singing the praises of series 15's Eurovision tribute act, The Interstellar Song Contest?


How should Doctor Who tackle complex real-world issues? Is Belinda a sociopath? How should they handle the Doctor's turn to darkness, and why did they get it so wrong? Is phase one activated? Can Rylan ever die? Is there secret genius to Dugga-doo? Why didn't the Doctor stop Thatcher? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish. Plus listen to the end for a very special cover song.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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]]> Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of events in the Middle East, racism, homophobia and transphobia. If these topics may be distressing to you, please feel free to skip the episode.


On this episode will we be singing the praises of series 15's Eurovision tribute act, The Interstellar Song Contest?


How should Doctor Who tackle complex real-world issues? Is Belinda a sociopath? How should they handle the Doctor's turn to darkness, and why did they get it so wrong? Is phase one activated? Can Rylan ever die? Is there secret genius to Dugga-doo? Why didn't the Doctor stop Thatcher? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish. Plus listen to the end for a very special cover song.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Outtakes: The Interstellar Conteaser Outtakes: The Interstellar Conteaser Sun, 26 Oct 2025 17:06:16 GMT 17:19 68fe533671a7e8ab34778bca false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68fe533671a7e8ab34778bca 68fe533671a7e8ab34778bca 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus We're really busy this week and so as we're already editing the Interstellar Song Contest episode, rather than releasing nothing we thought it'd be nice to compile some of the funny or interesting stuff that's been cut or condensed, to hint at what's coming up next. Hopefully it'll also give you an insight into how we edit things.


Does David own every book? Why do so many horrible people have such insane schedules? Has Charlie Condou been typecast in Doctor Who? Who wins, Norfolk or sea? Did Margaret Thatcher have a son? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> We're really busy this week and so as we're already editing the Interstellar Song Contest episode, rather than releasing nothing we thought it'd be nice to compile some of the funny or interesting stuff that's been cut or condensed, to hint at what's coming up next. Hopefully it'll also give you an insight into how we edit things.


Does David own every book? Why do so many horrible people have such insane schedules? Has Charlie Condou been typecast in Doctor Who? Who wins, Norfolk or sea? Did Margaret Thatcher have a son? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Movie Master: Deciphering the mad filmography of Eric Roberts Movie Master: Deciphering the mad filmography of Eric Roberts Sun, 12 Oct 2025 08:00:58 GMT 52:37 68e6e3c9f513ad2b81475946 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68e6e3c9f513ad2b81475946 68e6e3c9f513ad2b81475946 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full It's another special episode, pitting Tom against Secret Third Member once again as they attempt to prove who is the master when it comes to Eric Roberts, the most prolific actor of all time (but most importantly The Master in the TV Movie of all time).


Which of these terrible Eric Roberts movies is the fake? How come all of these terrible Eric Roberts movies sound real? Has Dr Albert Beck crossed the line? If Earth get hot do people get mad? Minotaur Highway Collision, yes or no? Did Tom direct Jaws? Did they try to cast everyone in the TV movie? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Sorry for the slightly poor audio, this was from our first experiment with in person recording. We're clearly still trying to get it right.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> It's another special episode, pitting Tom against Secret Third Member once again as they attempt to prove who is the master when it comes to Eric Roberts, the most prolific actor of all time (but most importantly The Master in the TV Movie of all time).


Which of these terrible Eric Roberts movies is the fake? How come all of these terrible Eric Roberts movies sound real? Has Dr Albert Beck crossed the line? If Earth get hot do people get mad? Minotaur Highway Collision, yes or no? Did Tom direct Jaws? Did they try to cast everyone in the TV movie? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Sorry for the slightly poor audio, this was from our first experiment with in person recording. We're clearly still trying to get it right.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> <![CDATA[Destination Skaro, Colourisations & the Seventh Doctor's last day]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT 25:42 68d87548099369ce428c506c false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68d87548099369ce428c506c 68d87548099369ce428c506c 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we need to discuss the Children in Need special, Destination Skaro, 2 years after it aired, and somehow also 2 days (timey-wimey). We also dive into classic series colourisations and Big Finish's Seventh Doctor epic, The Last Day.


How much does continuity matter? Can Davros rollerblade? How can you adapt classic who for the modern age? How many wigs did Anthony Ainley wear? Which classic episodes could do with a touch up? What's the deal with this biblical true crime podcast? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we need to discuss the Children in Need special, Destination Skaro, 2 years after it aired, and somehow also 2 days (timey-wimey). We also dive into classic series colourisations and Big Finish's Seventh Doctor epic, The Last Day.


How much does continuity matter? Can Davros rollerblade? How can you adapt classic who for the modern age? How many wigs did Anthony Ainley wear? Which classic episodes could do with a touch up? What's the deal with this biblical true crime podcast? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Master or Mestor? Master or Mestor? Sun, 14 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT 20:05 68c1b2a51f1b04aa32ebefef false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68c1b2a51f1b04aa32ebefef 68c1b2a51f1b04aa32ebefef 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full It's quiz time again, with Tom versus Secret Third Member in America's favourite game: Master or Mestor? Who will weed out more details about renegade time lord The Master from hot facts about disgusting slugman The Mestor? Who will claim the coveted golden Pond? What did The Master do?! Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Also sorry for the slightly echoey audio in this episode. We're trialling a new set-up for in person recordings.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> It's quiz time again, with Tom versus Secret Third Member in America's favourite game: Master or Mestor? Who will weed out more details about renegade time lord The Master from hot facts about disgusting slugman The Mestor? Who will claim the coveted golden Pond? What did The Master do?! Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Also sorry for the slightly echoey audio in this episode. We're trialling a new set-up for in person recordings.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> In the Forest of the Night In the Forest of the Night Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:25:26 GMT 1:20:50 68b5668635734dc719a8d76e false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68b5668635734dc719a8d76e 68b5668635734dc719a8d76e 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode Frank Cottrell-Boyce's series 8 foliage-based fairytale is growing on us, as we discuss In the Forest of the Night.

Does every story need a villain? Does every story need a Doctor? Does every tree respond to flamethrower? Do wooden trees sail in flesh ships? Are the kids the real stars here? Is it a wolf or a labrador? How does this episode miss the mark on mental health? Will Clara and Danny get fired? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish. Plus David engages in Tardis Wiki warfare.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode Frank Cottrell-Boyce's series 8 foliage-based fairytale is growing on us, as we discuss In the Forest of the Night.

Does every story need a villain? Does every story need a Doctor? Does every tree respond to flamethrower? Do wooden trees sail in flesh ships? Are the kids the real stars here? Is it a wolf or a labrador? How does this episode miss the mark on mental health? Will Clara and Danny get fired? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish. Plus David engages in Tardis Wiki warfare.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> <![CDATA[You've never seen the best Weeping Angel story]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 20:43:37 GMT 15:23 68a23e9abf1254c505e586b7 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68a23e9abf1254c505e586b7 68a23e9abf1254c505e586b7 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode David explores the impact of the Weeping Angels, and dives deep into the expanded whoniverse to reveal the Weeping Angel Doctor Who story that may be better than Blink.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode David explores the impact of the Weeping Angels, and dives deep into the expanded whoniverse to reveal the Weeping Angel Doctor Who story that may be better than Blink.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> <![CDATA[The Story & the Engine]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT 54:23 6880c812498abee4160d0217 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6880c812498abee4160d0217 6880c812498abee4160d0217 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode it's story time as we ride the spider-train of thought through series 15's metafictional masterpiece, The Story & the Engine. This episode was recorded live from a house.


How are stories intertwined with our basic humanity? Why can't David be trusted with scissors? How important is it to truly belong? Would you want to be on the front lines with Major Gasleak? What do the old gods mean to humans? Why is the org chart of this evil plan so unclear? In the end, what even is a story? In the end what even is this story? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode it's story time as we ride the spider-train of thought through series 15's metafictional masterpiece, The Story & the Engine. This episode was recorded live from a house.


How are stories intertwined with our basic humanity? Why can't David be trusted with scissors? How important is it to truly belong? Would you want to be on the front lines with Major Gasleak? What do the old gods mean to humans? Why is the org chart of this evil plan so unclear? In the end, what even is a story? In the end what even is this story? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Lucky Day Lucky Day Sun, 13 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT 1:06:14 686c1cdf91efcd9815191198 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/686c1cdf91efcd9815191198 686c1cdf91efcd9815191198 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode it's your lucky day because we're discussing series 15's prescient podcaster-based political thriller, Lucky Day. This episode was recorded live from a house.


How should the show explore post-Doctor PTSD? Why does Davros hate mouths? Are UNIT the other villains of this episode? Are Ruby's family the worst researchers of all time? What questions does Pete McTighe want us to ask? Did Conrad Clark kill Mr Benn? How are the media complicit in toxic politics? Was Kate Steward down the well? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode it's your lucky day because we're discussing series 15's prescient podcaster-based political thriller, Lucky Day. This episode was recorded live from a house.


How should the show explore post-Doctor PTSD? Why does Davros hate mouths? Are UNIT the other villains of this episode? Are Ruby's family the worst researchers of all time? What questions does Pete McTighe want us to ask? Did Conrad Clark kill Mr Benn? How are the media complicit in toxic politics? Was Kate Steward down the well? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> More favourite bits and deleted scenes More favourite bits and deleted scenes Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT 19:58 68605139081ac1df5da6c786 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68605139081ac1df5da6c786 68605139081ac1df5da6c786 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full We're having a little summer break, so please enjoy another compilation of some of our favourite bits and deleted scenes that didn't make the episode's the first time. We'll be back with regularly scheduled content soon.


Who is Burning Bill the Gecko? What happens just off-screen in Oppenheimer? Does David know what an eclipse is? Which Doctor can dunk? How about an X-rated K9 spin-off? What happens when Michelle Gomez goes improv mode? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> We're having a little summer break, so please enjoy another compilation of some of our favourite bits and deleted scenes that didn't make the episode's the first time. We'll be back with regularly scheduled content soon.


Who is Burning Bill the Gecko? What happens just off-screen in Oppenheimer? Does David know what an eclipse is? Which Doctor can dunk? How about an X-rated K9 spin-off? What happens when Michelle Gomez goes improv mode? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The missing Anniversary: What happened to Lost in the Dark Dimension? The missing Anniversary: What happened to Lost in the Dark Dimension? Mon, 16 Jun 2025 17:57:54 GMT 12:53 68505a5cd62772690806454b false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68505a5cd62772690806454b 68505a5cd62772690806454b 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this solo investigation David delves into the mystery of Lost in the Dark Dimension, Doctor Who's missing anniversary special. It's a story of egos and mismanagement that makes The Reality War look like Hamlet.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this solo investigation David delves into the mystery of Lost in the Dark Dimension, Doctor Who's missing anniversary special. It's a story of egos and mismanagement that makes The Reality War look like Hamlet.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The Well The Well Sun, 01 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT 37:01 682dd7a3f1e6dabeea384344 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/682dd7a3f1e6dabeea384344 682dd7a3f1e6dabeea384344 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're getting well into the depths of series 15's horror classic, The Well.


Does this episode benefit from being a sequel to Midnight? Why does David love quarries? How heartbreaking is Rose Ayling-Ellis' performance? Did the wirework union step in here? Does ambiguity enhance a story? And are we ready for Doctor Who and the Mystery of the Crucified Skeleton? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're getting well into the depths of series 15's horror classic, The Well.


Does this episode benefit from being a sequel to Midnight? Why does David love quarries? How heartbreaking is Rose Ayling-Ellis' performance? Did the wirework union step in here? Does ambiguity enhance a story? And are we ready for Doctor Who and the Mystery of the Crucified Skeleton? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Lux Lux Sun, 18 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT 1:02:11 6828c9533e2c04fd7ad8d56e false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6828c9533e2c04fd7ad8d56e 6828c9533e2c04fd7ad8d56e 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're luxuriating in the madness of series 15's second story, Lux.


Trigger warning for discussions of racism.

Is this episode about the importance of human connection? Does David know what an eclipse is? How perfect is Alan Cumming as Mr Ring-a-Ding? How long does a conclave last? Can you go too meta with Doctor Who? Will Tom die on Mount Everest? What is RTD trying to say through the Doctor Who fans? How did the emperor return? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're luxuriating in the madness of series 15's second story, Lux.


Trigger warning for discussions of racism.

Is this episode about the importance of human connection? Does David know what an eclipse is? How perfect is Alan Cumming as Mr Ring-a-Ding? How long does a conclave last? Can you go too meta with Doctor Who? Will Tom die on Mount Everest? What is RTD trying to say through the Doctor Who fans? How did the emperor return? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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]]> We lost our minds over Mrs Flood Theories We lost our minds over Mrs Flood Theories Sun, 11 May 2025 14:55:31 GMT 20:29 6820b9ec365a6906d305418e false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6820b9ec365a6906d305418e 6820b9ec365a6906d305418e 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this little bonus episode, David takes Tom through his top Mrs Flood conspiracy theories. Is she the Rani? Is she a god? Is she no one of particular note? Get ready to get hype, or if you're hearing this later, get ready to laugh at how silly we were because she was obviously Tara from the Androids of Tara.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this little bonus episode, David takes Tom through his top Mrs Flood conspiracy theories. Is she the Rani? Is she a god? Is she no one of particular note? Get ready to get hype, or if you're hearing this later, get ready to laugh at how silly we were because she was obviously Tara from the Androids of Tara.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The Robot Revolution The Robot Revolution Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:55:31 GMT 45:39 68115649cea668298620ae2a false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/68115649cea668298620ae2a 68115649cea668298620ae2a 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're revolting against our usual format to discuss the Season 15 opener, The Robot Revolution.


Is this an effective season opener? Do we need more dead cats? Does RTD handle incels and coercion appropriately? What about K9's X-rated spin-off? What do we think of the spiky Doctor-Belinda dynamic? Is David an American sleeper agent? Why do we love retrofuturism? And could we be dealing with a god of stories? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're revolting against our usual format to discuss the Season 15 opener, The Robot Revolution.


Is this an effective season opener? Do we need more dead cats? Does RTD handle incels and coercion appropriately? What about K9's X-rated spin-off? What do we think of the spiky Doctor-Belinda dynamic? Is David an American sleeper agent? Why do we love retrofuturism? And could we be dealing with a god of stories? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The Rings of Akhaten The Rings of Akhaten Sun, 13 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT 1:15:01 67fa9e06d5ed0d5b9d1b8e3d false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67fa9e06d5ed0d5b9d1b8e3d 67fa9e06d5ed0d5b9d1b8e3d 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're offering up our opinions on series 7's song-filled story, The Rings of Akhaten.

What does the ending say about potential? Will the cashless economy defeat Akhaten? What should Doctor Who mean to kids? How much is it to rent a moped? Is the Doctor kind of the villain of series 7? Where did Clara's dad buy that leaf? Also the Doctor and Clara definitely killed all those people. Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


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]]> On this episode we're offering up our opinions on series 7's song-filled story, The Rings of Akhaten.

What does the ending say about potential? Will the cashless economy defeat Akhaten? What should Doctor Who mean to kids? How much is it to rent a moped? Is the Doctor kind of the villain of series 7? Where did Clara's dad buy that leaf? Also the Doctor and Clara definitely killed all those people. Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Dimensions in Time Loop (2025) Dimensions in Time Loop (2025) Sun, 30 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT 30:20 67e6f3d859009cabb2bcfa4c false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67e6f3d859009cabb2bcfa4c 67e6f3d859009cabb2bcfa4c 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full Welcome to the first of what will be our yearly tradition - The Dimensions in Time Loop, where we lose our minds over Doctor Who's bizarre Eastenders crossover, Dimensions in Time (1993).


Why does Kate O' Mara take this so seriously? Did Mandy steal the vote from Big Ron? Does quality matter in a charity special? How does Doctor Gun fit into this? What was the impact of DiT? Is K9 barred from the pub? Was it Sir Ian McKellen? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Welcome to the first of what will be our yearly tradition - The Dimensions in Time Loop, where we lose our minds over Doctor Who's bizarre Eastenders crossover, Dimensions in Time (1993).


Why does Kate O' Mara take this so seriously? Did Mandy steal the vote from Big Ron? Does quality matter in a charity special? How does Doctor Gun fit into this? What was the impact of DiT? Is K9 barred from the pub? Was it Sir Ian McKellen? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Series 15 news and wild speculation Series 15 news and wild speculation Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:51:17 GMT 40:32 67d87d35af1d043055187802 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67d87d35af1d043055187802 67d87d35af1d043055187802 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode, we discuss the latest news for series 15, from exciting casting to a mysterious trailer to David's novel novel theories. We also offer wild speculation, which contrary to popular belief, isn't news.


How excited are we for Juno Dawson? What colour do associate with the Black Guardian? Is that a big robot Anansi? How did Alan Cumming get deported? Will the next series have a darker tone? Are Rylan's teeth a weapon? Okay but is Mrs Flood the Rani or not? Answers to these questions, and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode, we discuss the latest news for series 15, from exciting casting to a mysterious trailer to David's novel novel theories. We also offer wild speculation, which contrary to popular belief, isn't news.


How excited are we for Juno Dawson? What colour do associate with the Black Guardian? Is that a big robot Anansi? How did Alan Cumming get deported? Will the next series have a darker tone? Are Rylan's teeth a weapon? Okay but is Mrs Flood the Rani or not? Answers to these questions, and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Big Finish or Big Fibish? again Big Finish or Big Fibish? again Sun, 02 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT 30:20 67b21c1c4d9bd1092c7379cf false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67b21c1c4d9bd1092c7379cf 67b21c1c4d9bd1092c7379cf 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full The next instalment of quiz game, so play along at home! Can Tom work out which of these Big Finish stories is a big fake? Can David stop talking about Jago & Litefoot for 5 seconds? What ever happened to our other co-host? Did Douglas Adams ever meet a vampire? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The next instalment of quiz game, so play along at home! Can Tom work out which of these Big Finish stories is a big fake? Can David stop talking about Jago & Litefoot for 5 seconds? What ever happened to our other co-host? Did Douglas Adams ever meet a vampire? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Wintertime special: The End of Time Wintertime special: The End of Time Fri, 14 Feb 2025 19:48:51 GMT 1:26:48 67af9a514d9bd1092cf407c7 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67af9a514d9bd1092cf407c7 67af9a514d9bd1092cf407c7 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're wrapping up warm to watch RTD1's era wrap up, The End of Time. And finally the secret third member of Always Foolish is revealed.


Is this story too self indulgent? Is David Tennant betting on the greyhounds? Does this episode sum-up the 10th Doctor's era? How wonderful is Bernard Cribbins? Will Obama fix the economy? What does Russell have to say about The Master's mental state? How did the Ood get so Buff? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're wrapping up warm to watch RTD1's era wrap up, The End of Time. And finally the secret third member of Always Foolish is revealed.


Is this story too self indulgent? Is David Tennant betting on the greyhounds? Does this episode sum-up the 10th Doctor's era? How wonderful is Bernard Cribbins? Will Obama fix the economy? What does Russell have to say about The Master's mental state? How did the Ood get so Buff? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Eighth Doctor Adventure or Eighth Doctor Invention? Eighth Doctor Adventure or Eighth Doctor Invention? Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:28:53 GMT 27:30 678ea30816bc7a8545ebbb7c false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/678ea30816bc7a8545ebbb7c 678ea30816bc7a8545ebbb7c 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus Tom's on holiday and David has family stuff so we've pulled the emergency hammer and deployed another quiz episode. Can David determine which of these weird eighth doctor novels is a fake? Can Tom resist the urge to soapbox about Fitz? Is David a Minecraft villager? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Tom's on holiday and David has family stuff so we've pulled the emergency hammer and deployed another quiz episode. Can David determine which of these weird eighth doctor novels is a fake? Can Tom resist the urge to soapbox about Fitz? Is David a Minecraft villager? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Joy to the World Joy to the World Mon, 06 Jan 2025 23:23:31 GMT 1:08:51 677c6475b2b69b369b77915b false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/677c6475b2b69b369b77915b 677c6475b2b69b369b77915b 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're bringing happiness to the globe by talking through 2024's Christmas special Joy to the World.


Did this episode really need a villain? And should it have been the time hotel? Would you tape bread to a pig? What was Moffat trying to say about hope and loneliness? Can the 9th Doctor dunk? How deep does the pandemic motif go? How does Boris Johnson (boo hiss) watch Doctor Who? And what happened to that ham and cheese toastie? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're bringing happiness to the globe by talking through 2024's Christmas special Joy to the World.


Did this episode really need a villain? And should it have been the time hotel? Would you tape bread to a pig? What was Moffat trying to say about hope and loneliness? Can the 9th Doctor dunk? How deep does the pandemic motif go? How does Boris Johnson (boo hiss) watch Doctor Who? And what happened to that ham and cheese toastie? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The secret Doctor Who christmas special you missed The secret Doctor Who christmas special you missed Wed, 25 Dec 2024 10:30:35 GMT 10:53 6769b79a2931d588182def76 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6769b79a2931d588182def76 6769b79a2931d588182def76 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus Merry Christmas and a happy holidays from all of us at Always Foolish.

On this little Christmas investigation, a sleep deprived David delves into the history of Doctor Who Christmas specials, searching for the true first go. Along the way there'll be diversions, impressions and, of course, Big Finish. A full Christmas episode will be coming shortly too.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Merry Christmas and a happy holidays from all of us at Always Foolish.

On this little Christmas investigation, a sleep deprived David delves into the history of Doctor Who Christmas specials, searching for the true first go. Along the way there'll be diversions, impressions and, of course, Big Finish. A full Christmas episode will be coming shortly too.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The Curse of the Black Spot The Curse of the Black Spot Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:00:52 GMT 1:13:10 67531e2c7205a5bc6853f35e false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67531e2c7205a5bc6853f35e 67531e2c7205a5bc6853f35e 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're sailing into series 6's swashbuckling siren song, The Curse of the Black Spot.

Would this benefit from clearer logic? What happened to the planet Explodesigor-9? How good is Hugh Bonneville as pirate-dad? Does Toby Zed do his homework? Is this a secret comedy episode? How much medical training does the Siren have? (None). Are review scores affected by position in a series? How much medical training does Amy have? (None). Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're sailing into series 6's swashbuckling siren song, The Curse of the Black Spot.

Would this benefit from clearer logic? What happened to the planet Explodesigor-9? How good is Hugh Bonneville as pirate-dad? Does Toby Zed do his homework? Is this a secret comedy episode? How much medical training does the Siren have? (None). Are review scores affected by position in a series? How much medical training does Amy have? (None). Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Big Finish or Big Fibish? Big Finish or Big Fibish? Sun, 24 Nov 2024 12:00:52 GMT 8:37 674051d949cd3fc379874e21 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/674051d949cd3fc379874e21 674051d949cd3fc379874e21 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus We're still off sick, so David's pulled the emergency hammer and deployed a new quiz show format. Can Tom work out which of these Big Finish audios is a secret lie? Can Tom talk about Big Finish without having an aneurysm? Does David have a life? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> We're still off sick, so David's pulled the emergency hammer and deployed a new quiz show format. Can Tom work out which of these Big Finish audios is a secret lie? Can Tom talk about Big Finish without having an aneurysm? Does David have a life? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Favourite bits and deleted scenes Favourite bits and deleted scenes Sun, 10 Nov 2024 11:11:34 GMT 17:39 673094e635347017708377ae false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/673094e635347017708377ae 673094e635347017708377ae 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full We're off sick this fortnight, so please enjoy a compilation of some of our favourite bits plus a couple of deleted scenes that didn't make the edit the first time round.

We'll be back with regularly scheduled content soon.


Is Martha a murderer? What would the Paternoster Gang do in Japan? Which Beatle would be the most powerful Avenger? Where does Doctor Gun come from? What do drugs come from? Does Chloe Webber hate worms? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> We're off sick this fortnight, so please enjoy a compilation of some of our favourite bits plus a couple of deleted scenes that didn't make the edit the first time round.

We'll be back with regularly scheduled content soon.


Is Martha a murderer? What would the Paternoster Gang do in Japan? Which Beatle would be the most powerful Avenger? Where does Doctor Gun come from? What do drugs come from? Does Chloe Webber hate worms? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The cursed Doctor Who companion who could kill again The cursed Doctor Who companion who could kill again Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:07:44 GMT 7:17 67240c5aef013310c74cd77b false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67240c5aef013310c74cd77b 67240c5aef013310c74cd77b 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this extra Hallowe'en investigation David delves into the the scariest thing in the Doctor Who universe, a real life murderer whose curse still looms large today.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this extra Hallowe'en investigation David delves into the the scariest thing in the Doctor Who universe, a real life murderer whose curse still looms large today.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> Empire of Death Empire of Death Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:14:29 GMT 1:03:34 671fdb11f5102672206ed2fb false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/671fdb11f5102672206ed2fb 671fdb11f5102672206ed2fb 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're dying to talk about the series finale, Empire of Death.


Is this story really a disappointment, or is there a lot of gold in here? What case is next for Sutekh's detective agency? What was Russell's metafictional narrative? Who will play Olaf in the frozen crossover? If you point at a sign at a church and there's no one around to see it, does it name your baby? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're dying to talk about the series finale, Empire of Death.


Is this story really a disappointment, or is there a lot of gold in here? What case is next for Sutekh's detective agency? What was Russell's metafictional narrative? Who will play Olaf in the frozen crossover? If you point at a sign at a church and there's no one around to see it, does it name your baby? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Rogue Rogue Sun, 13 Oct 2024 10:00:55 GMT 52:14 67026fd242ac550356e5a3d1 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/67026fd242ac550356e5a3d1 67026fd242ac550356e5a3d1 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're collecting the bounty on Doctor Who's recent regency romp, Rogue.


Isn't this episode just so much fun? How did Abraham Lincoln really die? What is Rogue saying about exploitative tourism? What does a Chuldur do on their gap year? What new energy does Johnathan Groff bring to Who? What happens offscreen in Oppenheimer? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're collecting the bounty on Doctor Who's recent regency romp, Rogue.


Isn't this episode just so much fun? How did Abraham Lincoln really die? What is Rogue saying about exploitative tourism? What does a Chuldur do on their gap year? What new energy does Johnathan Groff bring to Who? What happens offscreen in Oppenheimer? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Dot and Bubble Dot and Bubble Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:00:30 GMT 46:33 66f30c736f9d68541b3f0404 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/66f30c736f9d68541b3f0404 66f30c736f9d68541b3f0404 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're staring in shocked silence at Doctor Who's most prescient episode, Dot and Bubble.


Trigger warning: This episode contains significant discussion of racism

How many layers can we find in this episode? What T-shirts should the slugs wear? How incredible is Ncuti's performance? Who does Ricky September look like? How does social media interact with racism? Do the people of Finetime deserve to die? Do the people of Earth deserve to die? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're staring in shocked silence at Doctor Who's most prescient episode, Dot and Bubble.


Trigger warning: This episode contains significant discussion of racism

How many layers can we find in this episode? What T-shirts should the slugs wear? How incredible is Ncuti's performance? Who does Ricky September look like? How does social media interact with racism? Do the people of Finetime deserve to die? Do the people of Earth deserve to die? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> 73 Yards 73 Yards Sun, 15 Sep 2024 11:00:02 GMT 50:03 66d243365012e5ffd088c7a9 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/66d243365012e5ffd088c7a9 66d243365012e5ffd088c7a9 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're standing blurrily off in the distance to discuss Doctor Who's weirdest episode, 73 Yards.


Can we ever know what this episode about, or is that the point? What did Kier Starmer's dad do for a living? What was RTD saying politically? Why is Ruby pro-animal testing? Can we make that ending make sense? And just how long is a yard? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode we're standing blurrily off in the distance to discuss Doctor Who's weirdest episode, 73 Yards.


Can we ever know what this episode about, or is that the point? What did Kier Starmer's dad do for a living? What was RTD saying politically? Why is Ruby pro-animal testing? Can we make that ending make sense? And just how long is a yard? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> The Doctor Who Proms were a weird delight The Doctor Who Proms were a weird delight Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:26:48 GMT 51:48 66ddea3d9ed366d664678d28 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/66ddea3d9ed366d664678d28 66ddea3d9ed366d664678d28 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full Lads on tour - David & Tom have been to the Doctor Who Proms. We're bringing you our thoughts on the event and the music of Who in general, plus some of the weird stuff that went down.


What are our favourite tracks? Why lick Peter Capaldi? Was there too much from season 14? Did David almost get arrested? How can an audience change the impact of a song? How great was it when Moffat entered the speed force? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> Lads on tour - David & Tom have been to the Doctor Who Proms. We're bringing you our thoughts on the event and the music of Who in general, plus some of the weird stuff that went down.


What are our favourite tracks? Why lick Peter Capaldi? Was there too much from season 14? Did David almost get arrested? How can an audience change the impact of a song? How great was it when Moffat entered the speed force? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> Boom Boom Sun, 01 Sep 2024 11:00:53 GMT 41:35 66d2415fd4bfadabd654089f false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/66d2415fd4bfadabd654089f 66d2415fd4bfadabd654089f 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full We're back, exactly 73 days after our last episode (what are you planning Russell?!) On this episode we're exploding back onto the scene to discuss Steven Moffatt's latest high concept tension builder, Boom.


What is the political core of the episode? Who would Eric Roberts play in Boom? Did the episode benefit from 'The Volume'? Why does Splice Vator sound like an action hero? How should Doctor Who approach religion? Can Tom defeat Spiderman? Do you ever dream of being an ambulance? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> We're back, exactly 73 days after our last episode (what are you planning Russell?!) On this episode we're exploding back onto the scene to discuss Steven Moffatt's latest high concept tension builder, Boom.


What is the political core of the episode? Who would Eric Roberts play in Boom? Did the episode benefit from 'The Volume'? Why does Splice Vator sound like an action hero? How should Doctor Who approach religion? Can Tom defeat Spiderman? Do you ever dream of being an ambulance? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> The Legend of Ruby Sunday The Legend of Ruby Sunday Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:15:08 GMT 36:56 6674a9eca4ecc300123151f8 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6674a9eca4ecc300123151f8 6674a9eca4ecc300123151f8 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus WARNING: Contains spoilers for the Legend of Ruby Sunday

On this episode we're taming the beast that is the Legend of Ruby Sunday, with our immediate reactions having gone in blind.


Was there too much filler? Or did the episode have a solid emotional core? How excited are we that Sutekh's back? How smug are we that we called it? Are we satisfied with the Susan twist? What would the god of Death give you for valentines day? Where do drugs come from? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> WARNING: Contains spoilers for the Legend of Ruby Sunday

On this episode we're taming the beast that is the Legend of Ruby Sunday, with our immediate reactions having gone in blind.


Was there too much filler? Or did the episode have a solid emotional core? How excited are we that Sutekh's back? How smug are we that we called it? Are we satisfied with the Susan twist? What would the god of Death give you for valentines day? Where do drugs come from? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> Big Finish day was ridiculous (in a good way) Big Finish day was ridiculous (in a good way) Mon, 17 Jun 2024 16:59:02 GMT 24:01 667069cb9e45e1a311702004 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/667069cb9e45e1a311702004 667069cb9e45e1a311702004 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus David's back from Big Finish day, and he's taking Tom through the funniest things that happened at the event.


What were the breaking new announcements? Which guest was the loveliest? Where does Stephen McGann live? How much money did David waste? Where does the First Doctor buy his clothes? Is that Rob Shearman? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> David's back from Big Finish day, and he's taking Tom through the funniest things that happened at the event.


What were the breaking new announcements? Which guest was the loveliest? Where does Stephen McGann live? How much money did David waste? Where does the First Doctor buy his clothes? Is that Rob Shearman? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> <![CDATA[Space Babies and The Devil's Chord]]> Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:43:49 GMT 1:08:48 6660b0c2e177f1001297f978 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6660b0c2e177f1001297f978 6660b0c2e177f1001297f978 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're showing up late to the party and discussing Space Babies and The Devil's cord. With a special guest!


Was Space Babies just the right level of silly? Was the ending sweet or saccharine? Where are all the tiny skeletons? How good was Jynx Monsoon? What was their dentistry bill after chewing all that furniture? How would Robert Oppenheimer make a sandwich? Which Beatle can defeat Thanos? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> On this episode we're showing up late to the party and discussing Space Babies and The Devil's cord. With a special guest!


Was Space Babies just the right level of silly? Was the ending sweet or saccharine? Where are all the tiny skeletons? How good was Jynx Monsoon? What was their dentistry bill after chewing all that furniture? How would Robert Oppenheimer make a sandwich? Which Beatle can defeat Thanos? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> The Beast Below The Beast Below Sun, 12 May 2024 11:00:38 GMT 58:47 663c854772f654001315b8c1 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/663c854772f654001315b8c1 663c854772f654001315b8c1 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're seeing what lies beneath Starship UK as we explore The Beast Below, Steven Moffat's least favourite Steven Moffat episode.


Has this episode become more relevant after 10 years? Is this the best dark fairy tale who has done? How does a winder kiss his wife? Is this a story about optimism or cynicism? What do people think the creepy poems are for? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> On this episode we're seeing what lies beneath Starship UK as we explore The Beast Below, Steven Moffat's least favourite Steven Moffat episode.


Has this episode become more relevant after 10 years? Is this the best dark fairy tale who has done? How does a winder kiss his wife? Is this a story about optimism or cynicism? What do people think the creepy poems are for? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> SPACE BABIES and friends SPACE BABIES and friends Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:04:52 GMT 24:06 662fa904cc81b80012aba89d false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/662fa904cc81b80012aba89d 662fa904cc81b80012aba89d 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus On this episode, we discuss the newly revealed episode titles for series 14 (SPACE BABIES) and give some of our predictions. Plus David has some behind the scenes scoops from Doctor Who Magazine.


Why did Russell go with Space Babies? Why does it make people so angry? Why does Steven Moffat love one word titles? How long is a yard anyway? Is the British Empire the true villain? Often yes. But in Doctor Who? Maybe! Answers to these questions, and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> On this episode, we discuss the newly revealed episode titles for series 14 (SPACE BABIES) and give some of our predictions. Plus David has some behind the scenes scoops from Doctor Who Magazine.


Why did Russell go with Space Babies? Why does it make people so angry? Why does Steven Moffat love one word titles? How long is a yard anyway? Is the British Empire the true villain? Often yes. But in Doctor Who? Maybe! Answers to these questions, and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> I rank my top 5 Turlough stories because no-one else will I rank my top 5 Turlough stories because no-one else will Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:00:34 GMT 24:21 6622c60455942000135aa8b8 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6622c60455942000135aa8b8 6622c60455942000135aa8b8 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus In this extra episode I break down my favourite Turlough stories from across TV and audio. Why? Because I am better at procrastinating important things than you. Also because Turlough deserves more love!

My number 5 pick, Singularity, is available for just £2.99 on the Big Finish site.

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]]> In this extra episode I break down my favourite Turlough stories from across TV and audio. Why? Because I am better at procrastinating important things than you. Also because Turlough deserves more love!

My number 5 pick, Singularity, is available for just £2.99 on the Big Finish site.

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]]> <![CDATA[Steven Moffat returns & other news]]> Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:32:35 GMT 47:52 660b0a205fd6f90017272b7b false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/660b0a205fd6f90017272b7b 660b0a205fd6f90017272b7b 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus On this bonus episode, we discuss all the latest Doctor Who news, except for the bits that hadn't happened yet (we recorded this before the episode titles were announced, thanks Russel!): The airdate controversy, Steven Moffat's return, and the first extended-look trailer. Plus David talks us through some of the latest news from Big Finish.


Is there a secret Eurovision plan for the series premiere? Who is our new cohost Glorbulox? What sort of stories might Steven Moffat pen? What should you do with memory sticks you find on the ground? How does Ncuti have this much charisma? Who is Susan Triad? How much Big Finish can Tom take? Answers to these questions, and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> On this bonus episode, we discuss all the latest Doctor Who news, except for the bits that hadn't happened yet (we recorded this before the episode titles were announced, thanks Russel!): The airdate controversy, Steven Moffat's return, and the first extended-look trailer. Plus David talks us through some of the latest news from Big Finish.


Is there a secret Eurovision plan for the series premiere? Who is our new cohost Glorbulox? What sort of stories might Steven Moffat pen? What should you do with memory sticks you find on the ground? How does Ncuti have this much charisma? Who is Susan Triad? How much Big Finish can Tom take? Answers to these questions, and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> When Torchwood took on the Post Office Scandal When Torchwood took on the Post Office Scandal Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:00:55 GMT 13:38 65f2cdd7a709f70016195c99 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65f2cdd7a709f70016195c99 65f2cdd7a709f70016195c99 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full The Post Office scandal is one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in recent British history. But did you know Torchwood has already dealt with it? In this special mini episode I examine one of my favourite Big Finish audio dramas, Torchwood: The Three Monkeys, and how it covers this story. You could say it's the whole package! But you shouldn't.


You can pickup a copy of Torchwood: The Three Monkeys here! (Not sponsored)


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


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]]> The Post Office scandal is one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in recent British history. But did you know Torchwood has already dealt with it? In this special mini episode I examine one of my favourite Big Finish audio dramas, Torchwood: The Three Monkeys, and how it covers this story. You could say it's the whole package! But you shouldn't.


You can pickup a copy of Torchwood: The Three Monkeys here! (Not sponsored)


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please share and rate the show, it really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod and Twitter @foolishalways.

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]]> <![CDATA[The Doctor's Daughter]]> Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:00:18 GMT 1:36:29 65e26370e79511001654e0d6 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65e26370e79511001654e0d6 65e26370e79511001654e0d6 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we're generating some opinions as we discuss the Doctor's Daughter, an episode that changed the Doctor's life forever for about 39 minutes. Is Jenny actually the Doctor's daughter? What should fatherhood mean to the Doctor? Is this almost a really interesting discussion of war? How did Alice Troughton get so much out of so few corridors? Why was Martha left alone with the fish? Did Martha murder that fish and cover it up and now we're all complicit? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.

Plus David discovers some things that no other Doctor Who fan has ever discussed before! (probably)


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> On this episode we're generating some opinions as we discuss the Doctor's Daughter, an episode that changed the Doctor's life forever for about 39 minutes. Is Jenny actually the Doctor's daughter? What should fatherhood mean to the Doctor? Is this almost a really interesting discussion of war? How did Alice Troughton get so much out of so few corridors? Why was Martha left alone with the fish? Did Martha murder that fish and cover it up and now we're all complicit? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.

Plus David discovers some things that no other Doctor Who fan has ever discussed before! (probably)


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> <![CDATA[Daleks in Manhattan & Evolution of the Daleks]]> Sat, 02 Mar 2024 22:13:21 GMT 1:18:37 65c16659b2147500151d51c3 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65c16659b2147500151d51c3 65c16659b2147500151d51c3 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we take a bite of the big apple as we set our eyestalks on Daleks in Manhattan and Evolution of the Daleks - two episodes which scream there are Daleks in these ones. Is there a fascinating study of capitalism hiding beneath the surface? What is the episode trying to say about humanity? Is the answer DNA? If the answer is DNA, what actually is the question? Why pigs Russell? What will Solomon bifurcate next? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.



Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod


A really excellent review of these episodes from the AV club by Alasdair Wilkins: https://www.avclub.com/doctor-who-daleks-in-manhattan-evolution-of-the-dal-1798179946

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]]> On this episode we take a bite of the big apple as we set our eyestalks on Daleks in Manhattan and Evolution of the Daleks - two episodes which scream there are Daleks in these ones. Is there a fascinating study of capitalism hiding beneath the surface? What is the episode trying to say about humanity? Is the answer DNA? If the answer is DNA, what actually is the question? Why pigs Russell? What will Solomon bifurcate next? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.



Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod


A really excellent review of these episodes from the AV club by Alasdair Wilkins: https://www.avclub.com/doctor-who-daleks-in-manhattan-evolution-of-the-dal-1798179946

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]]> The Giggle The Giggle Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:00:00 GMT 1:33:17 65adb4efdfb0290016c11956 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65adb4efdfb0290016c11956 65adb4efdfb0290016c11956 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full We're back with another bonus episode, where we give our thoughts on The Giggle, the 60th anniversary's last laugh.


How terrifying was the toymaker? How electrifying was Ncuti? Can the 14th Doctor ever actually be happy? Doesn't everyone think they're right all the time anyway? Who/what/when/why is the Vlinx? Who/what/when/why was that ending? Will David ever stop talking about Doctor Gun? Answers to all these questions and more, on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> We're back with another bonus episode, where we give our thoughts on The Giggle, the 60th anniversary's last laugh.


How terrifying was the toymaker? How electrifying was Ncuti? Can the 14th Doctor ever actually be happy? Doesn't everyone think they're right all the time anyway? Who/what/when/why is the Vlinx? Who/what/when/why was that ending? Will David ever stop talking about Doctor Gun? Answers to all these questions and more, on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Who should run a UNIT spin-off? | War Master review Who should run a UNIT spin-off? | War Master review Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:16:37 GMT 4:10 65adb34bf95f8a001701f311 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65adb34bf95f8a001701f311 65adb34bf95f8a001701f311 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus We're back from our festive break! Our episode on The Giggle will release Sunday 28th of January, but in the meantime here is an outtake where me and Tom discuss who should run a UNIT spin-off, and I give an overview of one of my favourite Big Finish audios. Thank you, and enjoy.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> We're back from our festive break! Our episode on The Giggle will release Sunday 28th of January, but in the meantime here is an outtake where me and Tom discuss who should run a UNIT spin-off, and I give an overview of one of my favourite Big Finish audios. Thank you, and enjoy.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> THE GOBLIN SONG THE GOBLIN SONG Sun, 17 Dec 2023 22:36:57 GMT 11:50 657f77894f3b55001573b2e6 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/657f77894f3b55001573b2e6 657f77894f3b55001573b2e6 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus The goblin song is here, and we have to talk about it. Will it hit Christmas number one? Why is it about eating a baby? Where does it sit versus other Doctor Who Christmas songs? Why is it about eating a baby? Is any of this real, or just inside David's head? Why is it about eating a baby? Answers to none of these questions in this little bonus episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> The goblin song is here, and we have to talk about it. Will it hit Christmas number one? Why is it about eating a baby? Where does it sit versus other Doctor Who Christmas songs? Why is it about eating a baby? Is any of this real, or just inside David's head? Why is it about eating a baby? Answers to none of these questions in this little bonus episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Wild Blue Yonder Wild Blue Yonder Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:38:17 GMT 1:04:12 657a4e7a8417640016c1b907 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/657a4e7a8417640016c1b907 657a4e7a8417640016c1b907 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus On this bonus episode, we give our thoughts on the madness that was Wild Blue Yonder, the second 60th anniversary special.


Have we got another midnight on our hands? How genius is the slow countdown reveal? What made Russell so scared of arms? Why is Mrs Bean so funny? When can I watch some Doctor Gun? Answers to all these questions and more, on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> On this bonus episode, we give our thoughts on the madness that was Wild Blue Yonder, the second 60th anniversary special.


Have we got another midnight on our hands? How genius is the slow countdown reveal? What made Russell so scared of arms? Why is Mrs Bean so funny? When can I watch some Doctor Gun? Answers to all these questions and more, on this episode of Always Foolish.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> The Star Beast The Star Beast Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:26:39 GMT 52:55 6567c8686b969e0012b998ec false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/6567c8686b969e0012b998ec 6567c8686b969e0012b998ec 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus On this bonus episode, we discuss our thoughts on The Star Beast, the first 60th anniversary special, and the first episode with Russell T Davies back in T(he) driving seat.

How are David Tennant and Catherine Tate this good? Can we have more Yasmin Finney, please? Was Catherine Tate in Ducktales? Who was Catherine Tate in Ducktales? What actually is a meta-crisis? Answers to all these questions and more, on this episode of Always Foolish. Except that last one. We don't know, and we're not sure Russell does either.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> On this bonus episode, we discuss our thoughts on The Star Beast, the first 60th anniversary special, and the first episode with Russell T Davies back in T(he) driving seat.

How are David Tennant and Catherine Tate this good? Can we have more Yasmin Finney, please? Was Catherine Tate in Ducktales? Who was Catherine Tate in Ducktales? What actually is a meta-crisis? Answers to all these questions and more, on this episode of Always Foolish. Except that last one. We don't know, and we're not sure Russell does either.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Five Big Finish audios to get you in an anniversary mood Five Big Finish audios to get you in an anniversary mood Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:22:21 GMT 22:49 655e0e9d77bdef001189c1b4 false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/655e0e9d77bdef001189c1b4 655e0e9d77bdef001189c1b4 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full In this extra episode I break down my top 5 celebratory Big Finish audios to get you in the mood for the 60th anniversary. They're all available from the Big Finish Website from £2.99.

And my top pick, The Light at the End, is currently on sale for just £2.99 so snap it up!

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]]> In this extra episode I break down my top 5 celebratory Big Finish audios to get you in the mood for the 60th anniversary. They're all available from the Big Finish Website from £2.99.

And my top pick, The Light at the End, is currently on sale for just £2.99 so snap it up!

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]]> Fear Her Fear Her Sun, 19 Nov 2023 21:55:32 GMT 50:33 655a838b5c5f6900129b701b false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/655a838b5c5f6900129b701b 655a838b5c5f6900129b701b 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we draw on our collective Doctor Who experience to examine Fear Her, perhaps modern who's most maligned episode. Why does anything in this actually happen? Is there a secret good episode hiding just out of sight? Does the Doctor leave that Olympic torchbearer to die? Do Megalodon exist? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.



Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> On this episode we draw on our collective Doctor Who experience to examine Fear Her, perhaps modern who's most maligned episode. Why does anything in this actually happen? Is there a secret good episode hiding just out of sight? Does the Doctor leave that Olympic torchbearer to die? Do Megalodon exist? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.



Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> The Unquiet Dead The Unquiet Dead Sun, 05 Nov 2023 17:00:57 GMT 52:51 65399934c7371a00120816fd false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65399934c7371a00120816fd 65399934c7371a00120816fd 63f678716c3fc0001171106a full On this episode we exhume modern who's first historical, The Unquiet Dead. How does this story capture Doctor Who in so few lines? Why does the ending make so little sense? When should Charles Dickens drop a swear? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.



Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> On this episode we exhume modern who's first historical, The Unquiet Dead. How does this story capture Doctor Who in so few lines? Why does the ending make so little sense? When should Charles Dickens drop a swear? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.


Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.



Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Get to know your hosts Get to know your hosts Sun, 05 Nov 2023 17:00:13 GMT 50:17 65399c9118e0ae0011362e8d false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/65399c9118e0ae0011362e8d 65399c9118e0ae0011362e8d 63f678716c3fc0001171106a bonus "Hate is always foolish, and love is always kind" - The Twelfth Doctor


Welcome to Always Foolish, a positive Doctor Who podcast. Every episode your hosts (David and Tom) take you through an unloved episode of Doctor Who, picking out the best bits and suggesting little changes that could make it a classic. Plus we'll throw in additional trivia about the show you love. Along the way there'll be jokes, impressions, and tangents galore.


As a little introduction to us, we decided to interview each other. You'll learn how we first got into Doctor Who, what we think of Big Finish, and how it would feel to be turned inside out (no one ever said we only had to chat Doctor Who).


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> "Hate is always foolish, and love is always kind" - The Twelfth Doctor


Welcome to Always Foolish, a positive Doctor Who podcast. Every episode your hosts (David and Tom) take you through an unloved episode of Doctor Who, picking out the best bits and suggesting little changes that could make it a classic. Plus we'll throw in additional trivia about the show you love. Along the way there'll be jokes, impressions, and tangents galore.


As a little introduction to us, we decided to interview each other. You'll learn how we first got into Doctor Who, what we think of Big Finish, and how it would feel to be turned inside out (no one ever said we only had to chat Doctor Who).


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> Always Foolish Trailer Always Foolish Trailer Mon, 30 Oct 2023 17:00:35 GMT 3:13 653999025e81730012e1df0d false https://shows.acast.com/always-foolish/episodes/653999025e81730012e1df0d 653999025e81730012e1df0d 63f678716c3fc0001171106a trailer "Hate is always foolish, and love is always kind" - The Twelfth Doctor


Welcome to Always Foolish, a positive Doctor Who podcast. Every episode your hosts (David and Tom) take you through an unloved episode of Doctor Who, picking out the best bits and suggesting little changes that could make it a classic. Plus we'll throw in additional trivia about the show you love.


Along the way there'll be jokes, impressions, and tangents galore.


There will also be reviews of various Doctor Who media and new updates.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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]]> "Hate is always foolish, and love is always kind" - The Twelfth Doctor


Welcome to Always Foolish, a positive Doctor Who podcast. Every episode your hosts (David and Tom) take you through an unloved episode of Doctor Who, picking out the best bits and suggesting little changes that could make it a classic. Plus we'll throw in additional trivia about the show you love.


Along the way there'll be jokes, impressions, and tangents galore.


There will also be reviews of various Doctor Who media and new updates.


Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter @foolishalways, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod, Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, and TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod

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