The Says WHO Podcast

#64 Army of Ghosts/Doomsday REVIEW

"And I suppose... If it's my last chance to say it..." This week, Kat & Tip are heading back to Canary Wharf for one of the biggest finales in modern Doctor Who as we revisit Army of Ghosts and Doomsday, 20 years on! From the mystery of the ghosts to the unforgettable Dalek reveal, the iconic Dalek vs Cybermen trash talk, Torchwood's debut, and one of the most emotional companion exits the show has ever produced, there's a lot to unpack. Did Russell T Davies balance spectacle and emotion? Does Daleks vs Cybermen live up to its promise? And after 20 years... does this finale still hit as hard? 💬 What are your thoughts on this story? Let us know in the comments! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Next week, join Kat & special guest co-host, Jack Alexander, as they talk their favourite pieces of expanded media! "And I suppose... If it's my last chance to say it..."This week, Kat & Tip are heading back to Canary Wharf for one of the biggest finales in modern Doctor Who as we revisit Army of Ghosts and Doomsday, 20 years on!From the mystery of the ghosts to the unforgettable Dalek reveal, the iconic Dalek vs Cybermen trash talk, Torchwood's debut, and one of the most emotional companion exits the show has ever produced, there's a lot to unpack. Did Russell T Davies balance spectacle and emotion? Does Daleks vs Cybermen live up to its promise? And after 20 years... does this finale still hit as hard? 💬 What are your thoughts on this story? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode.Next week, join Kat & special guest co-host, Jack Alexander, as they talk their favourite pieces of expanded media!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 The Start1:22 RIP Justin Richards4:26 For the Love of Time and Space Con Guests12:28 Ncuti Gatwa Becomes a Doctor13:36 Kat on A Chat With...17:42 REVIEW21:06 Lasting Impact23:48 Opening26:03 Jackie & The Ghosts41:07 Ghostbusters45:12 Cybermen Reveal53:17 Torchwood & Yvonne Hartman1:06:39 Rose1:10:15 Cliffhanger1:14:39 Daleks vs Cybermen1:24:49 Jackie & Pete1:30:40 The Doctor & Rose1:41:59 Bad Wolf Bay1:37:55 TRIVIA1:45:02 LISTENER THOUGHTS CONTACT: lintr.ee/thesayswhopod Theme music by Sam Dinley

#63 The Impossible Astronaut/Day of the Moon REVIEW

A dramatic death. An impossible mystery. And an incredibly forgettable monster (in the best way possible!). This week marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, so Kat & Tip are travelling across the pond to revisit Steven Moffat's blockbuster Series 6 opener, The Impossible Astronaut and Day of the Moon. Expect oodles of mysteries, creepy villains, big reveals, and plenty to debate along the way. 💬 What are your thoughts on this story? Let us know in the comments! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Next week, make sure you've got your tissues to hand, as we're revisiting Army of Ghosts/Doomsday for its 20th anniversary... TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 The Start 1:34 REVIEW 2:23 Why Kat doesn't like this story... 8:06 Opening 11:41 The Doctor's Death 15:07 Series 6 Arc 20:04 River Song 23:06 Tone & Pacing 31:43 Espionage 36:10 Canton 39:53 Conspiracy Theories 42:59 Nixon & Watergate 49:53 The Silence 58:40 Rory 1:00:26 Cliffhanger #1 1:05:17 Day of the Moon 1:07:48 The Silence's Plan 1:14:21 Horror 1:19:30 Amy 1:26:10 Defeating the Silence 1:34:05 Amy's Pregnancy 1:35:14 Cliffhanger #2 1:37:55 TRIVIA 1:45:02 LISTENER THOUGHTS CONTACT: lintr.ee/thesayswhopod Theme music by Sam Dinley

#62 Villains That Should Return

Doctor Who has one of the richest rogues galleries in all of fiction, but whilst some villains seem to return every other series, others have been left gathering dust in the Time Vortex. This week, Kat & Tip dive into the villains they think deserve another shot at the spotlight. From classic-era foes crying out for a modern revival to New Who creations that vanished too soon, we're pitching our dream returns and discussing how these characters could be reintroduced for a new generation of fans. 💬 Which villains would you like to see make a comeback? Let us know in the comments! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Next week, Kat & Tip are going stateside for The Impossible Astronaut/Day of the Moon! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 The Start 1:23 For the Love of Time and Space Con Announced 5:51 Battles in Time: First Doctor Set Announced 8:01 Villains That Should Return 10:11 Morpho 17:33 Krillitanes 23:59 Autons 29:52 The Monk 40:54 Cybermen 48:48 Axons 53:19 Silurians 59:51 Terileptils 1:01:20 Sycorax 1:07:41 Sirens 1:13:27 Mara 1:20:45 Fenric 1:23:03 Listener Thoughts CONTACT: lintr.ee/thesayswhopod Theme music by Sam Dinley

#61 Father's Day REVIEW

GET IN THE CHURCH! This week, we're heading back to 1987 to save our dads, but seal the fate of a very unfortunate vase... It's Father's Day, and Kat & Tip are here to talk about why, even two decades on, this is still one of the most emotional Doctor Who stories of all time... (NB. Apologies if the audio quality is a little bit janky this week - our mic settings reset. But all shall be fixed for next week, promise!)💬 What are your thoughts on Father's Day? Where does it rank for you against the rest of Series 1? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode.Next week, join us where we'll be discussing which villains we want to see making a comeback, so make sure YOU come back for that!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 The Start37:35 REVIEW1:35:45 Trivia1:52:35 Listener Thoughts (feat. Kat's Jingle)CONTACT: linktr.ee/thesayswhopodTheme music by Sam Dinley

#60 Gallifrey Cabaret INTERVIEW

Happy Pride Month! This week on The Says WHO Podcast, we're joined by the wonderful co-creators of Gallifrey Cabaret, Reece Connolly and Carrot, for a chat about the history of the project, and the importance and impact of LGBTQ+ characters, storylines and themes in Doctor Who.Gallifrey Cabaret is an unofficial queer-centred cabaret show, inspired by (and celebrating) the world of Doctor Who. Their shows often feature drag, burlesque, music, stand-up and circus performance, along with many a cheeky joke and a whole lot of heart (two of those actually...).Reece and Carrot performed the first show back in 2021, and later this month they will be celebrating Gally Cab's fifth birthday was a special show and event at London's Clapham Grand. Tickets are running low but there are still a few left up for grabs (https://www.outsavvy.com/event/35266/the-gallifrey-cabaret-big-birthday-bash-the-clapham-grand#anchor). They will also be touring in several cities around the UK later in the year, so keep your eye out for announcements on their socials/website soon!💬 Have you been to any Gallifrey Cabaret shows/events? What's your favourite memory? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. GALLIFREY CABARET:Twitter/X: @gallycabBluesky: @gallycab.bsky.socialInstagram: @gallifreycabaretTikTok: @gally.cabWebsite: www.gallifreycabaret.co.ukCONTACT: linktr.ee/thesayswhopodTheme music by Sam Dinley