Doctor Who: Verity!

The last episode of season two has aired and been reviewed, which means it's time for the wrap-up episode! Kat, Liz, and Tansy have gathered to give their opinion on Ncuti's time as the Doctor, the wonderful companion Belinda Chandra, and create their wishlists for the future of Doctor Who. As for the future of Verity! the podcast is taking a break for now, but we'll let you know what's next as soon as we know. Lynne and Erika couldn't make the episode, but they've given their Doctor Who future wishlists: Erika's Wishlist: 1. I want MORE WRITERS! My favourite eps have been the non-RTD eps, and I would like more of those (preferably from a very diverse set of writers). 2. I want new blood at the helm -- someone who grew up on the modern series not the classic series. And for the love of Susan, not a white dude, please. 3. Speaking of Susan, I'd like Carole Ann Ford to get an actual, proper appearance that genuinely works and isn't weird nonsense. (Yes, I'm referring to both her onscreen appearances and the rumours of what was supposed to happen before the rewrites. I think it's all nonsense.) Lynne's Wishlist: 1. I wish that the BBC would openly recognize Doctor Who as a unique and wonderful thing that only the BBC could have created and be proud of it instead of treating it more often than not as something they grudgingly tolerate. 2. I wish for a sufficient number of well-crafted episodes to directly match up with the time and money that are available to create them. 3. I wish for more bold and inclusive storytelling. This season felt like Doctor Who was starting to find its groove again, and I would hate to lose that momentum. 4. BRING BACK RIVER SONG! Dearest listener, what does your wishlist for Doctor Who look like? What have we missed in our reviews? Leave us a comment or join the discussion on Instagram and Bluesky. Listen to Liz (and Paul's) podcast Telefantasy Time Jump! ^K

The tricky thing about reviewing two-parters is trying to give an opinion when you haven't seen both halves. Well, these Verities have now seen both parts, and they have opinions. Join Erika, Liz, and Lynne as they talk regenerations, new-to-us history, and all those plot twists. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this finale! Leave a comment here, send us an email, or join the growing discussion over on BlueSky or Instagram. Oh, and join us on the next episode for our end-of-season wrap-up! ^K

From 19th-century Bavaria, with ducks and an owl, to a 1950s world complete with slips and a thriving mug industry - doubt is what it's all about. So, join Erika, Kat, and Liz as we dissect the doubts and talk through the events of "Wish World." We've wished for resolved cliffhangers in the final episode, have you? We'd love to hear your thoughts on this penultimate episode of Doctor Who! Take a moment to leave a comment here, send us an email, or join the discussion over on BlueSky or Instagram. ^K If you're new to Doctor Who or just not a big fan of the classic series, here are some of the Omega-related monsters we mentioned: The Gell Guards invade Unit HQ in the Three Doctors The Ergon (or "an" Ergon according to the Fifth Doctor)

Eurovision meets Die Hard, in SPACE? As though that's not enough to discuss, many fans (and Verities) have finally had their theories validated. Join Tansy, Kat, and Lynne as they talk about their experiences with Eurovision, break down the Interstellar Song Contest, and then spend some quality time examining the two big, exciting twists in the episode. What did you think of The Interstellar Song Contest? Had you watched Eurovision before this, or did Doctor Who introduce you to this annual extravaganza? We'd love to hear from you! Take a moment to leave a comment here, send us an email, or join us over on BlueSky or Instagram. ^K Finding Eurovision, Kat's Eurovision podcast mini-series. The Catherynne Valente novels Lynne talked about: Space Opera & Space Oddity

From market stalls to barbershops, the fifth episode of the second season, "The Story and the Engine," showcases Nigeria, places that bring people together, and storytelling. This story also brought Erika, Kat, and Lynne together to discuss it, and let's be honest, there's a lot of joy in the story and the podcast, too. What were your thoughts about "The Story & and the Engine?" Were you as enthusiastic about it like us or did you see it differently? Take a moment to leave a comment here, send us an email, or join us over on BlueSky or Instagram. ^K Doctor Who: Unleashed is mentioned throughout the episode.

We have the full gamut of opinions, or perhaps a well-structured focus group, on this episode of Verity! Lynne, Kat, and Tansy discuss the episode Lucky Day, including its plot points and plot holes.  Of course, many questions are still left unanswered, but that makes it even more fun to talk about them. What did you think about Lucky Day? And was this a Ruby Sunday episode or a UNIT episode?  Leave a comment here, email us, or join us on BlueSky or Instagram. ^K

Sometimes the creepiest monsters in Doctor Who are the ones you never see... In this episode, Liz, Kat, and Lynne review the new Doctor Who episode "The Well." We discuss how our preferences for companions are changing, how alphabets work, and just talk about how much we're liking Doctor Who right now. What did you think about "The Well?" Did you think it was the scariest thing that RTD has ever written? Are you a fan of "Midnight?" Leave a comment here, send us an email, or join us over on BlueSky or Instagram. ^K The Making of The Well: Doctor Who Unleashed! on YouTube

It's time to don your best and head to the cinema (or picture house) to catch a film. I hear they have the new Mr. Ring-a-Ding cartoon... Join Kat and Lynne as they review the new Doctor Who episode "Lux" get side tracked into talking about 1930s cartoons they watched as kids, a preference for film over digital and much more. What did you think about "Lux?" Did it give you new perspective or did it leave you feeling a little flat? Check out full show notes at veritypodcast.wordpress.com

Doctor Who is back, and that means Verity! is back! Join Erika and Tansy as they break down "The Robot Revolution"! What are your thoughts on this season opener? Was it a success as a companion intro? What do you think of Belinda? And what the heck is up with Mrs. Flood? Drop us a message on Bluesky, Facebook, or Instagram. ^E

The holidays are here again, and that means we were treated to another Christmas Special! Join Erika, Kat, Lynne, and Tansy as we discuss the Moffat-penned Christmas special "Joy to the World!" So, what are your thoughts on "Joy to the World?" Did you enjoy the Doctor's time with Anita on his slow go around? Were you excited like we were about Joel Fry's appearance? Where would you visit in the Time Hotel? Drop us a message on Bluesky, Facebook, or Instagram. ^K Joel Fry is Justin, the Narrator in the Big Finish story Doctor Who: No Place

Series 14 is over, so it's time for Verity! to talk about it and revisit the season's highs and lows. The crew is all here, and some of our pets decided to give their opinions as well. (If you speak canine or feline, please contact us to add a transcription.) Join Deb, Erika, Kat, Liz, Lynne, and Tansy, with special guests Hector, Hugo, and Pippa, as we talk series 14/season 1.     - We will be taking a couple of weeks off to prep for our Summer of Fun series. - If you're not already a member, you can join our Patreon as a free or paid member. So, what are your thoughts on series 14? What were your highs and lows? Do you agree with the general consensus of Empire of Death being a low point in the series? Drop us a message on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

The finale is here and half of the Verities are present to discuss it (with different opinions!) Join Deb, Kat, and Liz as we discuss "The Empire of Death," Sutekh, Ruby, and Mel. Have all our questions been been answered? Did the math add up? And in Kat's case, when will we get a Sutekh jackal plushie?    - We will be taking next week off to recover and then returning to the week after to discuss the entire series as a whole. - If you're not already a member, you can join our Patreon as a free or paid member. We've set up a post so you can give us some feedback about what you'd like to hear. Now friends, what are your thoughts on "The Empire of Death?" Did it bring you the answers you needed or just more questions? Are you looking forward to the Christmas special? Drop us a message on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or let us know in the comments! ^K P.S. Make sure to listen all the way to the end. P.P.S. The anagram last week was "Listen to Verity."  

The Doctor divides his attention between saving the world and helping Ruby learn about her past (thank you, VHS tapes), while Deb, Erika, Kat, and Tansy divide their attention between discussing Sutekh, thoughts on the Time Window, and the positive changes being made at U.N.I.T.    As mentioned in the episode:  - Joy Piedmont talks to Chris Chibnall on Reality Bomb 106A. - It's never Susan (except for in Warren's music video) We realize there's still another part to be aired, so anything can change, but what were your thoughts on "The Legend of Ruby Sunday?" Drop us a message on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or let us know in the comments! ^K P.S. Can you solve this anagram? "I invest lottery"

Subtext, meet text! That kiss! Dungeons & Dragons in the Regency era! We have a lot of feels so thankfully Deb, Liz, and Lynne are here to discuss the rollicking Doctor Who episode "Rogue."    - Watch the official Doctor Who behind-the-scenes of "Rogue," including a mini interview with the writers Kate Herron and Briony Redman. (If you can find Unleashed! There's a longer interview.) So, there's lots of love for this episode, but what were your thoughts on "Rogue?" More importantly, which Richard E. Grant do we see among the regenerations? Drop us a message on our socials (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or website)  ^K  

We've been given another Doctor (and companion) lite episode, but this episode has given everyone plenty to talk about. Join Deb, Erika, and Lynne to discuss the Doctor Who episode "Dot and Bubble," with Deb back as moderator.    - Watch a trailer for the mostly missing, now animated Doctor Who story: Galaxy 4. What were your thoughts on "Dot and Bubble?" What parts stood out to you and why? Drop us a message on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or let us know on the website!  ^K  

Kat, Liz, and Tansy discuss the Doctor Who episode "73 Yards," with Liz continuing her moderator role. We also talk about Wellington Paranormal, genre, and tropes, and with this guest cast, of course, there's a brief section for fans of I, Claudius! - Watch a trailer for the 1976 TV show I, Claudius. What were your thoughts on "73 Yards?" Did you enjoy the lack of clarification the script gave us, or do you need to know what was said to make people run away? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know on our website. ^K

It's a rare Verity! Two-hander this week with Liz and Lynne discussing the episode "Boom." They talk about Susan Twist, British history, Anglicanism, and the return of the Moff! Steven Moff(at), that is.    Classic Doctor Who Connections: - Watch the landmine scene from "The Genesis of the Daleks." How did you feel about "Boom?" Were you excited to see another Moffat script, or are you just passing the time until the Regency episode next week? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know in the comments on the website!  ^K

The Bad Wolf and Disney-money era of Doctor Who is back! After a long press journey and travelling the world, we've been given TWO new episodes! Join Deb, Kat, Lynne, and Tansy as we discuss "Space Babies" and "Devil's Chord in Her Heart!"   How did you feel about "Space Babies?" What about "Devil's Chord?" Are you on board with all the conspiracy theories, or think it's never Susan? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know in the comments! We're so glad to be back! ^K

Doctor Who was back on Christmas Day! This was Ncuti Gatwa's first full-length episode as the Doctor and introduced Millie Gibson as Ruby Sunday, his new companion. Join Deb, Erika, Liz, Lynne, and Tansy as we discuss "Chuch on Ruby Road," new beginnings and having Doctor Who back at Christmas.   How did you feel about "Church on Ruby Road?" Were the goblins a hit with you? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know in the comments! ^K  Happy Things Liz (and all the other Verities) are excited about the release of her story "Time Schisms!" in the Big Finish Audio "Rani Takes On The World: The Revenge of Wormwood."

The third special has aired and we have so much to talk about. Join Deb, Erika, and Kat, as we discuss "The Giggle" featuring Neil Patrick Harris, regenerations, and old friends returning.   How did you feel about "The Giggle?" Are you of two minds? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know in the comments! ^K  Happy Things Deb is happy Two-minute Time Lord podcast is back! Erika highly recommends the new podcast Free the Squee! Kat loves the new 15th Doctor sonic screwdriver.