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In this week's podcast we take a close look at the evolution of one of the most enduring villains in Doctor Who - The Cybermen! From their creepy origins in 1966 to their modern re-imaginings, we discuss their design, lore, and the cultural impact of these iconic villains with additional thoughts from our listeners and fans of Doctor Who from across the globe! 
We discuss...

Origins of Cybermen in 1966's The Tenth Planet
Design evolution from suits to sleek modern look
Lore and conceptual development of Cybermen
Cultural impact and fan favourites
Cybermen design evolution
Thematic significance of Cybermen in sci-fi 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction 
03:01 Exploring the Cybermen: Origins and Evolution
05:55 The First Appearance of Cybermen
09:01 The Design Changes Over Time
11:58 The Cybermen's Psychological Impact
18:01 Behind the Scenes: Creation of the Cybermen
26:03 Cybermen Design Evolution
30:58 Fan Reactions and Consensus
34:20 Iconic Cybermen Stories
38:43 The 1980s Cybermen and Their Impact
51:32 The New Who Cybermen
52:19 Cybermen Design Evolution
55:00 Voice Notes and Fan Interactions
56:00 Nightmare in Silver and Cyber AI
59:59 The Jodie Whittaker Era Cybermen
01:02:55 Cyberlords and the Master’s Influence
01:05:00 Ashad: The Lone Cyberman
01:07:07 The Next Doctor and Cyber Variations
01:09:58 Cyber Shades and Their Design
01:11:01 Final Thoughts on Cybermen

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In the absence of any new Doctor Who on the TV - and given that Geoff still hasn't watched The Daleks' Master Plan episodes that were recently recovered and shown on BBC iPlayer (so the boat has sailed on that one!) - we asked our listeners and followers on social media to ask their BURNING QUESTIONS that we could answer on the podcast. 
And then Geoff suggested we talk about which SONIC SCREWDRIVER is the best one. He even had an answer prepared! 
Thankfully, by the time of recording our listeners came up trumps and we had quite a bit more to discuss than the Doctor's magic wand, and what follows is one of the most bonkers (and slightly sweary) podcasts we've ever committed to audio - or video, if you're watching on YouTube. 
And if you're wondering - yes, Paul did manage to catch The Dalek's Master Plan episodes and yes we do actually talk about them here amongst plenty of other interesting topics which we know you'll enjoy!  
Of course the BIG QUESTION really is... Just who is Dave Tomato-Fingers? 
You have been warned...

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"Time Lord wishes are powerful… and the universe never gives without taking"
Our latest original Doctor Who audio drama, written, narrated and performed by Doctor Who TikTok sensation KATIE HAYNES, finds the Doctor on a secret mission - to buy a special Christmas present for her best friend, Yaz! 
However, the universe has a different plan for the Doctor's festive holiday... 
Offered a choice, could the Doctor ever live a normal life? Surely after so many lifetimes fighting evil across time and space, she deserves it, doesn't she? 
What if a Time Lord wish could come true..?
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If you think you know Katie, think again! Miracle on 13th Street is an absolute powerhouse performance, with Katie not only playing the parts of two variants of the 13th Doctor, but also narrating her self-authored story with her signature drive and energy dialled right up to the max! 
This is Katie as you've never heard her before, and it's an absolute treat for all fans of Doctor Who! 
Also featuring the vocal talents of:
Melissa Jarernsiri as Yasmin Khan
Paul Laville as Dan Lewis
Freya Laville as The Child
Doctor Who theme tune arrangement by Alex Rooney
Audio production by Geoff Cockwill and Paul Laville

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In this week's podcast we're joined by RAFAELLA MARCUS, the extremely talented author of THE VIOLET HOUR, Big Finish's latest audio adventure for the 13th Doctor and Yaz! 
We talk to Rafaella about her career in theatre, how she began writing and how she came to write Torchwood and Doctor Who for Big Finish. 
PLUS we deep dive into the historical, spiritual and cultural influences that colour The Violet Hour and find time for a quick sojourn into the the Time Space Visualiser too!
And what about ... THAT KISS? 
Fans of Thasmin rejoice - this one is for you! 
"At the violet hour, when the eyes and back
Turn upward from the desk, when the human engine waits
Like a taxi throbbing waiting..."
- TS Eliot, The Waste Land (1922) 
Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Raffaella Marcus 
05:34 Exploring Themes in 'Sap' 
10:57 Inspiration and Early Influences 
16:31 Experiences at the Edinburgh Fringe 
23:43 The Impact of the 1920s on Doctor Who's Narrative 
25:36 The Emotional Depth of Doctor Who's Characters 
30:10 The Complexity of the 13th Doctor's Character 
33:50 Grief and Vulnerability in Doctor Who 
37:03 The Process of Writing for Big Finish 
39:47 Addressing Social Issues in Historical Contexts 
41:06 Pitching Ideas and Creative Process 
42:07 The Spiritualist Revival and Ghosts in Doctor Who 
43:22 Character Development and Villain Complexity 
48:12 Understanding Grief Through Villainy 
50:23 The Significance of the Title 'The Violet Hour' 
52:20 Fan Reactions and Relationship Dynamics 
01:01:24 Character Development and Future Possibilities 
01:04:20 Exploring New Narratives in Audio 
01:07:03 The Time Space Visualiser 
01:12:42 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors
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As regular listeners will know, Geoff is a MASSIVE FAN of spooky stories AND the 13th Doctor - so you can probably guess where THE VIOLET HOUR ranks in his pantheon of favourite Doctor Who stories! 
But Rafaella Marcus' latest Big Finish tale is more than just a supernatural mystery; it is a poignant exploration of the human experience, reflecting on the lengths we go to for closure and the dangers that may lie in our obsessions, however well-intentioned they may be. 
So listen up as we reflect on the latest 13th Doctor story to hit the shelves and discuss some pretty deep themes! 
And ghosts! 
PLUS we camo-up to hunt the badlands of the latest Predator movie, sling some webs around the latest Spiderman trailer AND don our stillsuits to explore the ancient deserts of Arrakis in our semi-regular feature, The Time Space Visualiser! 
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