Helen Talks Who

Let’s discuss the Twelfth Doctor’s first story and how Clara reacts.

It’s time to say goodbye to the Eleventh Doctor

Let’s discuss the novelisation of the Day of the Doctor, alongside the TV version and the themes of identity explored in this story.

Let’s discuss this story being the first in a trilogy and the inclusion of River here.

This is my favourite Cyberman story - let’s talk about why that is.

Let’s talk about the Paternoster Gang and the setting for this episode.

Let’s discuss what we learn about the TARDIS & how the Doctor acts in this episode.

Let’s discuss the ghost story vs. love story question and what we learn about Clara & the Doctor in this episode.

Let’s discuss the Cold War setting and Clara’s arc during this episode.

Let’s discuss Clara’s first trip in the TARDIS and the world-building around Akhaten society in this episode.

Let’s discuss whether Clara has a normal first story for a companion or not

Let’s discuss Clara’s first proper episode and why the Doctor has retreated from the world. (TW: discussion of depression)

Let’s discuss Amy and Rory’s departure, and the Doctor and River’s reactions to that.

Let’s discuss Kate Stewart, the cubes and Amy & Rory’s character journey

Let’s talk about the questions of morality raised in this episode