Doctor Who: DWO Whocast
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Doctor Who: DWO WhoCast (commonly known as The Whocast, but officially titled Doctor Who Podcast: DWO WhoCast) is a weekly podcast
which discusses the British
science fiction
series Doctor Who
. This podcast is notable because it is the most popular Doctor Who Podcast worldwide as shown within the independent iTunes
. The podcast is produced by Doctor Who Online
which is a Doctor Who
fan website based in the United Kingdom
by Sebastian J. Brook and Paul A.T. Wilson.
, by Paul A.T. Wilson in conjunction with a Doctor Who meeting group based out of London. Although the early episodes could be considered somewhat derivative of both Podcast Who and Podshock it soon established its own style, with very much a British
slant. Also due to its location, the Podcast was able to start featuring interviews with actors and production staff from both the current and classic series.
In September 2006, The Whocast teamed up with Doctor Who Online, with a significant format change and the addition of a co-host, Sebastian J. Brook. With the format change, the podcast attracted more listeners and experienced a dramatic growth in listenership.
In May 2007, The DWO Whocast: DWO TorchCast was rated 4/5 by SciFiNow Magazine.
In December 2007, The DWO Whocast was rated 5/5 by SciFiNow Magazine and podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".
In January 2008, The DWO Whocast: Sarah Jane Adventures Mini-Cast was rated 4/5 by SciFiNow Magazine, the podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".
In Episode #66, which was released on 21 April 2008, Paul and Seb hosted their last DWO WhoCast, stating that time was one of the reasons behind the recent drought in WhoCast episodes. They named their successors who will continue the DWO WhoCast. The new hosts as of Episode #67 were Trevor Gensch (from the MMM Commentaries and Fantragic podcasts) and Tony Gallichan. The handover was smooth with a touching signoff from Paul and Seb 'walking off into the sunset' as the new presenters introduce themselves. Paul and Seb have since stated they are working even closer together as they redesign the main Doctor Who Online website.
In June 2008, The DWO Whocast was rated 4/5 by SFX Magazine (Issue #171).
In Episode #99, it was announced that Tony would not be continuing with the WhoCast.
In Episode #101, Marty Perrett joined the show as the new permanent co-host. James Rockliffe also joined the team and provides occasional pre-recorded review segments such as Big Finish audio reviews. He co-hosts the show with Trevor and Marty on occasion.
In Episode #159, Marty Perrett announced his departure from the program. Chip from the Two Minute Time Lord podcast will host with Trevor for the short term.
In Episode #167, Tom Attah joined the DWO WhoCast team. Tom provides occasional pre-recorded review segments such as Big Finish audio reviews.
In Episode #177, Trevor Gensch, James Rockclife and Tom Attah announced their departure from the show. They started up their own podcast called The Doctor Who Podcast. The outgoing team indicated the DWO WhoCast will continue with new hosts.
From April 2, The Whocast refreshed and brought back the original hosts Paul AT Wilson and Sebastian J. Brook. Also the numbering of the episodes were refreshed to 5.1. to fit in with the 2010 Doctor Who Series. The podcast has been on indefinite hiatus since episode 5.11 was released in late May.
In Late January 2011, The Doctor Who Online website announced via Twitter that The DWO WhoCast would return shortly. On Friday 11th February, the show returned, together with a new logo and a new host, Cameron K. McEwan, as well as a return for veteran DWO WhoCast host, Tony Gallichan. The show continued its previous numbering system with Episode #178.
The podcast usually features interviews with people involved with the new and the old series of Doctor Who and Big Finish
. Interviews with members of the cast and crew from the classic and the new series of Doctor Who are common; the team are regularly joined by not only minor cast members but actors who have played the Doctor, such as Colin Baker
and Peter Davison
. They have had members of the effects team such as Neill Gorton and Mat Irvine
as well as other members of production staff.
Alongside their guests, they are well known for holding competitions, ranging from signed autobiographies, scripts from Big Finish
to tours of the Millennium FX Studios.
Podcast
A podcast is a series of digital media files that are released episodically and often downloaded through web syndication...
which discusses the British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
science fiction
Science fiction
Science fiction is a genre of fiction dealing with imaginary but more or less plausible content such as future settings, futuristic science and technology, space travel, aliens, and paranormal abilities...
series Doctor Who
Doctor Who
Doctor Who is a British science fiction television programme produced by the BBC. The programme depicts the adventures of a time-travelling humanoid alien known as the Doctor who explores the universe in a sentient time machine called the TARDIS that flies through time and space, whose exterior...
. This podcast is notable because it is the most popular Doctor Who Podcast worldwide as shown within the independent iTunes
ITunes
iTunes is a media player computer program, used for playing, downloading, and organizing digital music and video files on desktop computers. It can also manage contents on iPod, iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad....
. The podcast is produced by Doctor Who Online
Doctor Who Online
Doctor Who Online is a UK-based news, information, and forum site dedicated to the British science fiction television programme Doctor Who. The website was created by actor and Science Fiction fan Sebastian J...
which is a Doctor Who
Doctor Who
Doctor Who is a British science fiction television programme produced by the BBC. The programme depicts the adventures of a time-travelling humanoid alien known as the Doctor who explores the universe in a sentient time machine called the TARDIS that flies through time and space, whose exterior...
fan website based in the United Kingdom
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
by Sebastian J. Brook and Paul A.T. Wilson.
History
The Whocast was started in April 2006, during the original run of Series 2 of Doctor WhoDoctor Who
Doctor Who is a British science fiction television programme produced by the BBC. The programme depicts the adventures of a time-travelling humanoid alien known as the Doctor who explores the universe in a sentient time machine called the TARDIS that flies through time and space, whose exterior...
, by Paul A.T. Wilson in conjunction with a Doctor Who meeting group based out of London. Although the early episodes could be considered somewhat derivative of both Podcast Who and Podshock it soon established its own style, with very much a British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
slant. Also due to its location, the Podcast was able to start featuring interviews with actors and production staff from both the current and classic series.
In September 2006, The Whocast teamed up with Doctor Who Online, with a significant format change and the addition of a co-host, Sebastian J. Brook. With the format change, the podcast attracted more listeners and experienced a dramatic growth in listenership.
In May 2007, The DWO Whocast: DWO TorchCast was rated 4/5 by SciFiNow Magazine.
This slick Podcast may not have been updated lately, but it's still essential for followers of the raunchy Barrowman vehicle.
Unlike the Doctor Who Podshock, Torchcast caters for those who don't have a PhD in the subject, offering a light but intelligent dissection of the show.
The most recent episode covers the final three Torchwoods of the series, giving a brief synopsis before entering classic review format.
The interplay between the two presenters makes for great listening and at just over half an hour, you don't feel like you're losing too much of your life. Roll on a second series.
In December 2007, The DWO Whocast was rated 5/5 by SciFiNow Magazine and podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".
They claim it is the UK's largest Doctor Who, TorchwoodTorchwoodTorchwood is a British science fiction television programme created by Russell T Davies. The series is a spin-off from Davies's 2005 revival of the long-running science fiction programme Doctor Who. The show has shifted its broadcast channel each series to reflect its growing audience, moving from...
and Sarah Jane Adventures podcast. A bold claim indeed, but one that's sure to attract a large number of listeners to tune in. Luckily those who do just this will be in for a treat.
One of the most common problems that plague many of the podcasts we listen to are that they're sloppy - a poor structure made worse by hosts who get far too wrapped up in themselves. Not only does 'WhoCast' jump both of these hurdles, but it puts together a very solid and interesting show that's a joy to listen to. It's not surprising, mind you, considering the team has managed to arrange interviews with the likes of Doctor Who director Graeme Harper. Simply put, this is top-notch stuff.
If you want a decent podcast on the Doctor then look no further than 'WhoCast'.
In January 2008, The DWO Whocast: Sarah Jane Adventures Mini-Cast was rated 4/5 by SciFiNow Magazine, the podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".
Last month's glowing review of 'DWO WhoCast' was more than enough reason to investigate related content, and the 'Sarah Jane Adventures Mini-Cast' was what took our fancy.
Focusing on the Doctor Who spin-off, Paul and Seb argue about whether or not the offshoot resembles the Doctor's exploits or is creating its own niche.
It's certainly refreshing to hear an adult's take on what is essentially a series aimed at children, but younger addressees may be baffled by how in-depth the conversation gets. Still, the mature beings among you who secretly sneak away to catch the show will be pleased to hear two knowledgeable experts delve as deep as they can. Another great listen.
In Episode #66, which was released on 21 April 2008, Paul and Seb hosted their last DWO WhoCast, stating that time was one of the reasons behind the recent drought in WhoCast episodes. They named their successors who will continue the DWO WhoCast. The new hosts as of Episode #67 were Trevor Gensch (from the MMM Commentaries and Fantragic podcasts) and Tony Gallichan. The handover was smooth with a touching signoff from Paul and Seb 'walking off into the sunset' as the new presenters introduce themselves. Paul and Seb have since stated they are working even closer together as they redesign the main Doctor Who Online website.
In June 2008, The DWO Whocast was rated 4/5 by SFX Magazine (Issue #171).
Doctor Who Online has been hosting these weekly magazine-show 'casts for a while now, but trusty presenters Seb and Paul have left, to be replaced by the more avuncular Trevor and Tony. The balance of news, opinion and features is still spot on, and it's slickly produced, but Trev and Tone don't seem as spontaneous or as sparky as their predecessors, But give 'em time.
In Episode #99, it was announced that Tony would not be continuing with the WhoCast.
In Episode #101, Marty Perrett joined the show as the new permanent co-host. James Rockliffe also joined the team and provides occasional pre-recorded review segments such as Big Finish audio reviews. He co-hosts the show with Trevor and Marty on occasion.
In Episode #159, Marty Perrett announced his departure from the program. Chip from the Two Minute Time Lord podcast will host with Trevor for the short term.
In Episode #167, Tom Attah joined the DWO WhoCast team. Tom provides occasional pre-recorded review segments such as Big Finish audio reviews.
In Episode #177, Trevor Gensch, James Rockclife and Tom Attah announced their departure from the show. They started up their own podcast called The Doctor Who Podcast. The outgoing team indicated the DWO WhoCast will continue with new hosts.
From April 2, The Whocast refreshed and brought back the original hosts Paul AT Wilson and Sebastian J. Brook. Also the numbering of the episodes were refreshed to 5.1. to fit in with the 2010 Doctor Who Series. The podcast has been on indefinite hiatus since episode 5.11 was released in late May.
In Late January 2011, The Doctor Who Online website announced via Twitter that The DWO WhoCast would return shortly. On Friday 11th February, the show returned, together with a new logo and a new host, Cameron K. McEwan, as well as a return for veteran DWO WhoCast host, Tony Gallichan. The show continued its previous numbering system with Episode #178.
Current podcast format
During the airing season of Doctor Who and when major releases happen, the WhoCast features reviews and commentary. Most reviews are discussion based, with the co-hosts giving their views and sometimes having listener participation.The podcast usually features interviews with people involved with the new and the old series of Doctor Who and Big Finish
Big Finish Productions
Big Finish Productions is a British company that produces books and audio plays based, primarily, on cult British science fiction properties...
. Interviews with members of the cast and crew from the classic and the new series of Doctor Who are common; the team are regularly joined by not only minor cast members but actors who have played the Doctor, such as Colin Baker
Colin Baker
Colin Baker is a British actor who is known for playing Paul Merroney in The Brothers from 1974 to 1976 and as the sixth incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running science fiction television series Doctor Who, from 1984 to 1986.- Background:Colin Baker was born in London, but moved north to...
and Peter Davison
Peter Davison
Peter Davison is a British actor, best known for his roles as Tristan Farnon in the television version of James Herriot's All Creatures Great and Small and the fifth incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who, which he played from 1982 to 1984.-Early life:Davison was born Peter Moffett in Streatham,...
. They have had members of the effects team such as Neill Gorton and Mat Irvine
Mat Irvine
Mat Irvine was born on 7 July 1948. He was a Technical Consultant and Visual Effects Designer who worked on television, primarily for the BBC, from the 1970s to the 1990s....
as well as other members of production staff.
Alongside their guests, they are well known for holding competitions, ranging from signed autobiographies, scripts from Big Finish
Big Finish Productions
Big Finish Productions is a British company that produces books and audio plays based, primarily, on cult British science fiction properties...
to tours of the Millennium FX Studios.