Doctor Who: Verity!

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. 

Another week with new Doctor Who on our screens - it almost seems too good to be true! Join Lynne, Kat, Liz, and Tansy as we discuss the newest Doctor Who special and psychological thriller episode "Wild Blue Yonder."  How do you feel about "Wild Blue Yonder?" Were you impressed by the practical effects or were you awed by the CGI? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know in the comments! ^K Mentioned in the episode:  Rob Shearman's Big Finish Audio: "Scherzo"  Happy Things Lynne now has the 14th doctor in Build-a-Bear form! Kat enjoyed director Rachel Talalay's interview with the CBC.  Liz has been announced as a guest again this year at Gallifrey One!  Tansy is one of the authors featured in the Doctor Who essay collection OUTSIDE IN REGENERATES  Listen to Erika giving her thoughts on "Wild Blue Yonder" on the Incomparable Network's Flashcast

Verity! is back, and so is Doctor Who! We're so happy to be shaking off that podcast regeneration energy and have you all along for the ride. Join Deb, Kat, Liz, Lynne, and Tansy as we discuss the return of Doctor Who to our screens with "The Star Beast," and all hail the Meep! How do you feel about "The Star Beast?" Were you excited about Catherine Tate and David Tennant returning? Drop us a message on social media, or let us know in the comments! ^K Happy Things Deb is excited about Doctor Who coming back, and VAM! Kat can't believe the outpouring of listener excitement. Liz discovered she has a connection to the recently colourized story "The Daleks." Lynne had a great time at Chicago TARDIS. Tansy was an editor for the recently released Adventure Across Time and Space A Doctor Who Reader.  Don't forget to listen to Erika giving her thoughts on "The Star Beast" on the Incomparable Network's Flashcast

Happy 2023, everyone! This year, after 10 years of podcasting, Verity! is going to regenerate! Join Deb, Erika, Kat, Liz, Lynne, and Tansy as we all look back at the last 10 years and share some general hopes for the future! We also chat about the trailer for the Tennant-and-Tate 60th anniversary specials. Much excitement and many feels all around! Yes, that's right, Verity! will be taking a hiatus and making some changes, so think of this ep as the speech at the end of "Survival", but with the knowledge that the show WILL come back again -- and a lot sooner than Doctor Who did in the 80s/90s! Many many thanks for listening, whether you've been with us since 2013, picked up somewhere since then, or are joining us right now! We appreciate the community that has built itself up around us, and we're excited to regenerate into the next version of Verity! to keep bringing you thoughts and feelings about Doctor Who for a good long while to come! ^E Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

The holiday season is upon us, and we're in a giving mood! Join Deb, Erika, Liz, and Tansy as we take a page out of the Deeper Cuts holiday book and pick Doctor Who-related gifts for the world and for each other. These are mostly fanciful things that couldn't possibly happen, but they're a lot of fun nonetheless. It's clear that after 10 years podcasting together, we know what will delight our fellow Verities! We also briefly touch on the announcement of Ncuti Gatwa's and Millie Gibson's new costumes, in which we all become sci-fi fashionistas. Do check out the video to see things up close! What would you gift to the world as some holiday DW goodness? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! ^E Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

With Tennant and Tate back next year, we thought it was time to revisit Donna's last appearance. Join Deb, Erika, and Kat as we discuss our feelings about this story and how they've changed over the years. How do you feel about "Journey's End" (and "The Stolen Earth") in particular, Donna's fate? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! ^E Happy Things Deb encourages everyone to "shop small" and find fan creators to patronize! Kat & Erika love this year's Radio Free Skaro Fluid Links Advent Calendar! Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

Time for another game of You Monster, You! Join Deb, Kat, and Tansy as they make monstrous (and not-so-monstrous) decisions -- with a Modern Who twist! Would you have made the same choices? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! ^E Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

We'll be seeing Donna on our screens again next year! Join Deb, Erika, and Lynne as we dip back and talk about her very first appearance! How do you feel about "The Runaway Bride" and in particular, Donna in this story? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! ^E Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

New companion!!! Join Deb, Kat, and Lynne as they chat about Millie Gibson as the new companion, the announcement itself, and how the BBC has historically introduced new members of Team TARDIS. Are you excited to see Millie Gibson in the TARDIS? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! ^E Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

So David Tennant is the 14th Doctor, and Donna is back as well. Join Deb, Erika, and Kat as we dream about what other Doctor-companion combos we'd like to have back, regeneration-style. What combos would you bring back, and why? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! ^E Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon

Now that we've said goodbye to the 13th Doctor and reminisced about some favourite moments, it's time for a more comprehensive retrospective. Join Deb, Erika, Liz, and Lynne as we discuss the Chibnall-Whittaker era as a whole. We talk about what we liked, what we didn't as much, what held together, and we even learn a little bit about ourselves along the way! How did you feel about the era as a whole? Drop us a tweet or let us know in the comments! Happy things: Liz wrote a Big Finish play called Capture the Chronovore! Erika named her new Gamma World Total Party Kill characters after deep-dive Doctor Who references! Deb is thrilled to see Doctor Who back in the news again from a new logo to a new distributor, a new Doctor doing amazing promo! Lynne is profoundly grateful for the community support for her, Michael, and Caitlin as they plan for Cait's end-of-life care. ^E Hammer House of Podcast "Transmission" from The Doctor early in the pandemic Extra-special thanks to this week's editor, Steven Schapansky of Castria! Support Verity! on Patreon