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I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoWish World / The Reality WarAs Mrs Flood kept reminding us, the finale was on 24th May 2025, but a combination of jetlag and food poisoning conspired to keep our thoughts from you until now. But all's that's behind us - here's our slightly cooled-off take on Wish World and The Reality War, along with some overall thoughts on Doctor Who's Disney run. Along the way, we discuss getting to the airport without your passport, introduce a new taxonomy of how to rank Who eras, and ponder on why the show is apparently obsessed with babies these days.Keep 'em peeled for...2025-06-131h 24
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Story and The Engine / The Interstellar Song ContestAfter a week's break, we return to the fray with a conversation about the two most recent episodes of Doctor Who - The Story and The Engine and The Interstellar Song Contest. Along the way we discuss how "British" Doctor Who actually is, more on-the-nose metaphors and where Dugga Doo ranks in the Murray Gold songbook.We're taking another break next week, but join us wherever you get your podcasts on 1st June for a conversation about the two-part finale and our post-season debrief. We'll be catching up on recent listener and viewer correspondence then, so...2025-05-181h 27
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoLucky DayWe hit the halfway point of Doctor Who's 2025 season with a podcast episode about Lucky Day, an episode about a podcast. Along the way we discuss cowardly robots, the limits of state power and crypto spam.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail us at hello@illexplainlater.comFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-041h 08
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe WellOn this week's I'll Explain Now instalment, we review the latest episode of the 2025 series of Doctor Who - The Well. Along the way we discuss radical optimism, David Lynch and where and when less really does give you more.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail us at hello@illexplainlater.comFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2740 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoLuxOur I'll Explain Now season of bleeding-edge Doctor Who reviews continues with yesterday's Fifteenth Doctor adventure, Lux. Along the way we consider some common ground between Jon Pertwee and Ncuti Gatwa's Doctors, ruminate on vibes-based Doctor Who and take a detour into discussing TV chefs.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail us at hello@illexplainlater.comFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2054 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Robot RevolutionI'll Explain Now! Join us as we celebrate Doctor Who's return with a blazing-hot take on last night's episode, The Robot Revolution. Along the way we discuss Tintin rockets, our awkward teenage years and the peculiar bind that Doctor Who finds itself in in 2025.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail us at hello@illexplainlater.comFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1350 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Web PlanetFor the final instalment of our missing-presumed-wiped 2019 recording, we look at Hartnell-era SFX spectacle The Web Planet. Along the way, we consider how autobiographical this story might have been for Bill Strutton, whether or not its reputation is deserved, and - of course - insect movement.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2830 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoGridlockIn the second instalment of our freshly reconstructed 2019 "lost" recording, we look at the Tenth Doctor's bout of motorway madness, Gridlock. Along the way we consider RTD's use of messianic imagery, coo over some kittens and revisit our initial reactions to that Macra reveal.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2130 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoFrontiosWe're taking a couple of weeks off recording, but to tide you over, here's a little treat from the vaults for you - a previously unreleased review of Frontios from a missing-presumed-wiped recording we made back in 2019. Along the way we consider where the vibe shift between Peter Davison and Colin Baker actually took place, why Tegan continues to have very little faith in the Doctor, and what you need to effectively convey trauma in Doctor Who.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted...2025-03-1435 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThin IceThis week, we catch up with the Twelfth Doctor and Bill as we skate over Thin Ice. Along the way we discuss the Doctor's morality, sing Pearl Mackie's praises and weight up which Doctors evolved the most over their tenures.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-0753 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Armageddon FactorThis week, we look at the earth-shattering conclusion to the Key to Time saga with the Fourth Doctor epic The Armageddon Factor. Along the way, we get to grips with Tom Baker's late-era antics, consider some beguilingly odd telly and weigh up Bob Baker and Dave Martin's contributions to Doctor Who.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2849 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoNikola Tesla's Night of TerrorThis week, we turn up the voltage with the Thirteenth Doctor and chums as they face Nikola Tesla's Night Of Terror. Along the way we discuss the myths surrounding Tesla himself, the ethics of the "celeb historical", and experience some monster deja-vu.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2152 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Hand of FearThis week, we grab a hanky and join the Fourth Doctor in saying goodbye to Sarah Jane as we wave through The Hand of Fear. Along the way, we consider Tom Baker's emotional availability, great Episode Ones, and Matt deploys an unfortunate turn of phrase.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1453 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Fires of PompeiiThis week, we watch the Tenth Doctor and Donna's rocky trip to ancient Pompeii. Along the way, we full our "Doctor Who history story" bingo card, consider RTD's input into guest-writer scripts, and weigh up the optimal number of companions.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-0758 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe CrusadeThis week we wind right back to the Hartnell era for a look at historical epic The Crusade. Along the way we discuss ants, filming with bows and arrows, and start to unpick exactly what we do and don't want from Doctor Who stories set in Earth's past.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-3151 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Empty Child / The Doctor DancesThis week we're looking back twenty years (twenty! years!) to the first proper episode written by one Steven Moffat - someone who I think we'll be hearing a bit more from in future. Along the way we discuss shame, romance and the ways in which a sprinkling of science fiction can get us closer to historical truth.Watch this episode on YoutubeEmail usFind us on Bluesky & Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2457 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoEnlightenmentThis week, in an episode recorded prior to the recent, sad passing of writer Barbara Clegg, we look aloft at the Fifth Doctor and chums as they search for Enlightenment. Along the way we consider the role of gods in Doctor Who, reasses the conventional view of Peter Davison's Doctor as "nice" and add another 80s celebrity to our cameo tally. Watch this episode on YoutubeSend us an emailFollow us on Bluesky and InstagramFor everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Hosted on Ac...2025-01-171h 01
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Android InvasionThis week we hit the pub with the Fourth Doctor as he faces down The Android Invasion. Along the way we discuss the benefits of having a journalist on board the TARDIS, stinky facial accessories, and whether or not we might have been a tad unfair to one of the elder statesmen of Doctor Who.Read the article about Terrance Dicks' politics that John mentions here. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head t...2025-01-1050 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoResolutionHappy New Year! We ring in 2025 with a look at one of Doctor Who's more recent seasonal traditions - the New Year's Day episode, as inaugurated by Thirteenth Doctor epic Resolution. Along the way we discuss the influence of Andrzej Zulawski, consider the show's odd approach to families, and of course have a conversation about the "have a conversation" scene. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...2025-01-0354 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoEMERGENCY BROADCAST: Joy To The WorldIt's a Christmas miracle! We got on an international call to discuss yesterday's brand new episode of Doctor Who, Joy To The World. Along the way, we consider the importance of hope, the challenges of watching Doctor Who with your family and begin our journey with Doctor Who's Disney era. We hope you're having a wonderful festive period - we'll be back on Friday 3rd January with a brand new episode to ring in 2025... Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, h...2024-12-2639 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoLast ChristmasAnd incidentally a Happy Christmas to all of you at home! We're full of the festive spirit at I'll Explain Later - but will 2014's yuletide episode Last Christmas turn out to be an absolute cracker? Listen in to find out... Along the way, we consider companions who could have been, doff our caps to Greg Lake, and exchange some Christmas gifts. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2024-12-2053 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoSpyfallWe dry-clean our tuxes and prepare for the all-time high of Spyfall (parts 1 and 2), the opening episode of the Thirteenth Doctor’s second season. Along the way, we consider the connective tissue between James Bond and Doctor Who, weigh up the Master’s views on outsourcing, and begin the yeoman’s work of fully unpacking Chris Chibnall’s contribution to the show. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...2024-12-131h 08
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe LodgerThis week, we move in with the Eleventh Doctor and James Corden by way of 2010 romcom episode The Lodger. Along the way, we consider the value of the guest star in Doctor Who, the Doctor’s approach to making an omelette, and reveal an extraordinary Sliding Doors moment in Matt’s life. You can watch the Doctor Who sketch from Swinging (featuring Matt as a Dalek) here! Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Ho...2024-12-061h 01
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe DaemonsThis week we cast a spell and summon the 1971 Third Doctor classic The Daemons. Along the way, we admire the UNIT lads' civvies, take a detour into the work of Erich von Daniken, and contemplate the role of magic in Doctor Who. All that, plus a world-exclusive look behind the scenes at BBC3 thanks to some recently unearthed footage! Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-291h 01
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Five DoctorsWe bring the curtain down on Doctor Who's sixtieth anniversary year with a look back at the show's twentieth anniversary epic - 1983's The Five Doctors. Along the way we consider the malleability of the First Doctor, whether any directorial notes were given for THAT High Council scene, and what we actually want from an anniversary anyway. Read Dave Owen's review of The Five Doctors from 2003 here. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. 2024-11-221h 02
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Zygon Invasion / The Zygon InversionThis week, we're looking at Twelfth Doctor two-parter The Zygon Invasion and The Zygon Inversion, and - going out on a real limb here - consider whether it might possibly have some sort of socio-political subtext. Along the way, we indulge in some uninformed speculation on show-runners that could have been, throw mild shade at The Thick of It, and consider the usefulness of an on-the-nose metaphor. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, head to illexplainlater.com. Hosted on...2024-11-1558 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoBlinkWe're back! And what better way to mark our triumphant return to your ears - and now eyes! - than one of the most consequential Doctor Who stories of all time? This week we unpack Tenth Doctor classic Blink. Along the way, we speculate on what a rare DVD business might stock, extol the virtues of seizing the moment, and consider whether making Doctor Who is ultimately just an exercise in throwing stuff against the wall. Watch this episode on Youtube Send us an email Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram and X For everything else, h...2024-11-0858 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoGenesis of the Daleks / The Magician's Apprentice / The Witch's FamiliarIt's the end! And the moment has been reached with our signature lack of preparation. Thankfully we've still got two blockbuster Doctor Who stories to enjoy in our sequeltastic season finale - the Fourth Doctor's first encounter with Davros in Genesis of the Daleks, and the Twelfth Doctor's return to Skaro in The Magician's Apprentice and The Witch's Familiar. Thanks so much for joining us over the last six weeks - it's the last episode in the season, but we'll be back in the not too distant future. If you've been enjoying the show, please leave us a...2023-10-121h 30
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Robots of Death / The Paradise of DeathIt's the "Of Death" special! In perhaps our most tenuously-themed episode yet, we discuss the uncanny valley, AI and helium as we consider Fourth Doctor classic The Robots of Death, then we switch mediums entirely to cop a load of X-rated VR while untangling the knots in our minds as we indulge ourselves in Third Doctor radio romp The Paradise of Death. (The latter nearly inspired us to upload last week's episode again in a high concept practical joke, but we thought better of it.) Plus we unveil a brand new game show format, exclusively for our listeners. 2023-10-051h 23
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Girl Who Waited / Delta and the BannermenIt's a holiday special! Not in the Christmas sense, or indeed in any meaningful way at all beyond that these are two stories where the Doctor and co attempt to take a holiday and fail. Under the microscope this week are Eleventh Doctor double threat The Girl Who Waited and the Seventh Doctor's encounter with Delta and the Bannermen. Questions? Thoughts? Email them to hello@illexplainlater.com - and if you're enjoying this season of episodes, do leave us a lovely review wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2023-09-281h 24
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoBoomtown / The Green DeathIt's a Welsh special on this week's I'll Explain Later as we hop across the border to enjoy two stories that put Wales at the heart of the action - the Ninth Doctor's tense trip to Boomtown, and the Third Doctor's iconic brush with The Green Death. Email your thoughts and questions to hello@illexplainlater.com or "X" us at @explainlaterpod - and we'll be back next week with another pair of adventures whose breadth and depth are perfectly proportioned for the small screen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-211h 25
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Underwater Menace / The Sound of Drums / Last Of The Time LordsIt's a dastardly double bill on this week's I'll Explain Later as we look back on the Doctor's encounters with two diabolical masterminds - Professor Zaroff, in aquatic Second Doctor caper The Underwater Menace, and The Sixth Master (as no-one calls him) in apocalyptic Tenth Doctor series finale The Sound of Drums / Last of the Time Lords. Can anything in the world stop us now? With our erratic release schedule, probably, but do check back next week for our next exciting episode... Thoughts? Feedback? Views on the Question of the Week? Emails to hello@illexplainlater.com or...2023-09-141h 28
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Sea Devils / Legend of the Sea DevilsWe're back! Thanks for sticking with us during our extended hiatus - we toyed with releasing a charity single, but instead decided to knuckle down and record a WHOLE NEW SEASON of I'll Explain Later. We'll be dropping new episodes weekly for the next six weeks, covering a slew of Doctor Who adventures past and... even more past. And we're kicking off with a Sea Devil special, as we look at Third Doctor classic The Sea Devils and make our first foray into the Chris Chibnall era with Thirteenth Doctor swashbuckler Legend of the Sea Devils. Is...2023-09-071h 25
STAGES with Peter Eyers‘Curtain Up!’ - Stage Director/Designer and Theatre Polymath; John SenczukA theatre polymath, NIDA graduate John Senczuk’s multi-award winning career spans forty years with his work seen nationally and internationally in commissions for opera, dance and drama.
He worked concurrently as an academic, with fifteen years at the Faculty of Creative Arts, University of Wollongong (creating and teaching courses in Scenography, Directing and Dramaturgy) before taking senior positions at Toi Whakaari, New Zealand Drama School, and WAAPA (Program Director—Production, Design and Arts Management; Head of Design).
He was Chairman of Griffin Theatre Company in 1985, appointing the Company’s first artistic director; founding Chair of Pau...2022-07-131h 00
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoMarco Polo / The Rings of Akhaten / Remembrance of the DaleksWe tackled some weighty issues head-on in this month's livestream, as our analysis of MARCO POLO, THE RINGS OF AKHATEN and REMEMBRANCE OF THE DALEKS took in the Paradox of Tolerance, the history curriculum and advanced horticulture. Luckily, we still found room for our usual array of double entendres and general low-brow humour as well. Come for Matt's treatise on Terry Nation's indictments of British cultural memory; stay for John's attempt at a Venetian accent. Thanks to everyone who joined us on the night. Please send your emails to hello@illexplainlater.com; you can also tweet us @e...2021-05-261h 54
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Trial of a Time Lord (live, 27 April 2021)For this month's live show, we fought against our better instincts to bring you a bumper-length consideration of all 14 episodes of 1986's courtroom epic Trial of a Time Lord. Along the way, we discovered a wholly unexpected intersection between the worlds of Doctor Who and reggae, considered the health and safety implications of Time Lord architecture, and wondered just how long the Matrix has been lying to us for. Thanks to everyone who joined us on the night and contributed via the chat box! We'll be back in May with another live episode, but in the meantime d...2021-04-282h 09
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoDay of the Daleks / The Girl in the Fireplace / The Invasion of Time (live, 6 April 2021)It's about time! A little more so than usual on this month's live show, as we weigh up the pros and cons of time-wimey classics Day of the Daleks and The Girl in the Fireplace, before going deep on heavyweight Time Lord brawler The Invasion of Time. Along the way we discuss the Doctor's drinking habits, whether Milton Johns minded being typecast, speculate on whether Steven Moffat took inspiration from the Crystal Maze, and have a pretty spectacular dust-up over one of the three stories (you'll have to listen to find out which). If you like the sh...2021-04-071h 42
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Moonbase / The Sontaran Experiment / The Pandorica Opens / The Big Bang (live, 23 Feb 2021)Our second livestream saw John and Matt tackle a trio of returning monster mash-ups in mind-boggling detail - taking in Cyberman sugar-rush THE MOONBASE, Gravity Bar crawl THE SONTARAN EXPERIMENT, and the box-fresh PANDORICA OPENS / BIG BANG two-parter. Along the way, we discussed whether Kit Pedler had an easy gig, enjoyed some prescient Sontaran video-conferencing, and apologised to Murray Gold. We also battled one or two technical issues with John's mic - nothing that will reduce your enjoyment of this episode (that's what our actual words are for) but something you may clock from time to time.2021-02-241h 50
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Ark / Caves of Androzani / Heaven Sent (Live, 26th January 2021)We emerge sleepily from an 18-month hibernation, only to find that we're confined to the house and a lot's changed in the interim. But our debut LIVE episode gave us the chance to find out whether kid's telly fave Doctor Who could tell us anything useful about the Very Strange Times we're living in, as we delved into Hartnell-era viral sensation The Ark, Peter Davison's laugh-a-minute swan-song The Caves of Androzani, and Peter Capaldi's adventures in lockdown in Heaven Sent. Along the way, we discussed PPE supplies in the far future, invisible buttocks, the logistics of milking a...2021-01-282h 06
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoAnnouncement! Live episode 26th January!We've been away for a little longer than planned, but we're thrilled to say that we'll be back with a LIVE episode on 26th January 2021 at 8pm GMT! You can enjoy seeing the panic in our eyes as we find things to say about The Ark, Caves of Androzani and Heaven Sent via our stream over on Twitch - and the chat box will be open for you to add your own comments, thoughts and questions in REAL TIME during the show. If you miss the live stream, you'll still be able to enjoy it a...2021-01-1706 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoFull Circle / Dalek / The Curse of PeladonPage Peter Snow, brace for the exit poll - I’ll Explain Later goes psephological to explore three Doctor Who tales with political guru special guest Lewis Baston. A duped demos dragged into drudgery slave away to fly the ship of state into unknown territory. If someone can get the Haynes manual off eBay. Live vivisection is just one of the highlights in lighthearted Fourth Doctor romp Full Circle. The fall of an American president plays second fiddle to some tinpot story about a conglomeration of angry saucepans. We explore 2005’s moving mutation classic Dalek. 2019-06-101h 50
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Stones of Blood / Night Terrors / Vengeance on VarosRocks, redemption and referendums in episode 35 of I'll Explain Later. Tom Baker does his best to hold his own against unexpressive and rigid screenmates, while the Ogri and Romana I co-star in 1978's The Stones of Blood. The Eleventh Doctor battles wobble boards and has to eat humble pie as a hopeless dad beats off wooden dolls - disturbing pyjama-based chills in 2011's Night Terrors. And a dead-eyed leader believes the ends justify the means when desperately interpreting the will of the people after a pernicious plebiscite. No read-across to the present day, but some brutal and jarring scenes as...2019-04-181h 22
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Myth Makers / Silence in the Library / Mawdryn UndeadWe're back - and it's ABOUT TIME! In our long-awaited comeback special, we enjoy a bit of horseplay with the First Doctor in The Myth Makers, relish a chicken dinner with the Tenth Doctor in Silence in the Library / Forest of the Dead, and get schooled by the Fifth Doctor in Mawdryn Undead. Along the way, we asked whether the First Doctor was a mass murderer, rate the sizzlin' chemistry that the various Doctors had with River Song, and wonder why the Brigadier is obsessed with beating up middle-aged schoolboys. Thank you for sticking with us during...2019-03-181h 18
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Mutants / The Doctor's Wife / The Face of EvilIt's ninety minutes of hellos and goodbyes on this somewhat delayed, erm, April instalment of I'll Explain Later. This month, the Third Doctor encounters some harsh imperial measures in The Mutants; the Eleventh Doctor rolls up his sleeves and gets under the hood in The Doctor's Wife; and the Fourth Doctor gets all big-headed about The Face of Evil. Along the way, we consider Geoffrey Palmer's motivations, reminisce about anthropomorphised TARDISes of yore, and sadly bid a fond farewell to Jim, in his last show as a regular co-host. We're taking a few months off, but we'll be...2018-05-111h 37
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Highlanders / Fathers Day / Time And The RaniGenius abounds in this slightly delayed 32nd I'll Explain Later. With the Tardis crew keen to escape the clutches of Butcher Cumberland, the Second Doctor channels all his thespian guile to hoodwink his adversaries in 1966-7 knockabout romp The Highlanders. A schlub or a savant? Rose wants to know more about her deceased dad and uncovers his yogurt-based plan for riches in 2005 heart string-tugger Father's Day. And leave the girl, it's the man we want. But which one? Take your pick from the Seventh Doctor, Albert Einstein and Louis Pasteur for highbrow hijinks in 1987's Time and the Rani. Along...2018-03-281h 50
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Invasion / Tooth & Claw / Destiny of the DaleksSome scenes filmed in Tiger Bay, some set by the Silvery Tay, Daleks seek their glory day - Cybermen in Haringey! That's right, folks - hit us with your rhythm stick (aka sonic device) for this 31st episode of I'll Explain Later. Monopoly capitalism, camp sneering and Patrick Troughton more animated than usual in 1968 epic The Invasion. The Tenth Doctor and Rose encounter a beastie that's far from tim'rous in 2006 gothic horror romp Tooth and Claw. And disco derring-do from the pepperpots' most fearsome and nattily dressed foes in Terry Nation Douglas Adams-penned Fourth Doctor drama Destiny of the Daleks...2018-02-151h 24
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoSpearhead From Space / Human Nature / The Family of Blood / The Horror of Fang RockSometimes, inspiration does just fall from the sky. This 30th I’ll Explain Later explores three mysteries centred on alien threats mistaken as meteorites. The Third Doctor goes topless in fashion-centric debut Spearhead from Space. Public school and planetary peril in 2007 two parter Human Nature/The Family of Blood. And Who does Hammer Horror, as the Fourth Doctor and Leela tackle the Horror of Fang Rock. Along the way, Matt bungs up, Jim is non-plussed and John fluffs his line. Don't forget - listener drinks at The Blue Posts, 81 Newman Street, London W1T 3ET on Saturday 3rd...2018-01-151h 28
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoA Christmas CarolBecause what says Christmas like honeymoon-based sex cosplay? That’s right, I’ll Explain Later delves deep into St Nick’s bulging sack to pull out, parboil and roast 2010 Yuletide special A Christmas Carol. Jingling along the way, Jim pulls a cracker, Matt spills his port and John goes deep throated. Have a very merry Christmas, and see you on 3rd February at the Blue Posts for our listener drinks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-12-2445 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoFrontier in Space / Planet of the DaleksA December Dalek double as I’ll Explain Later heads back to 1973. A beleaguered leader inches towards a conflict with her trading allies she knows to be folly, egged on by forces internal and external and lacking the courage needed to face down the populist nonsense of her critics. Meanwhile, we review Frontier in Space. The Third Doctor asks for help from the Time Lords, who oblige by transporting him to a dangerous locale populated by conveniently invisible creatures and sexist militia. But we know it’s really the Planet of the Daleks. Along the way, Jim hits the stud...2017-12-181h 11
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Enemy of the World / Amy's Choice / MeglosDouble trouble for the Doctor and pals in this 28th episode of I’ll Explain Later. Troughton meets his match - literally - in recently discovered deadly doppelgänger demagoguery thriller The Enemy of the World. Frozen in lifeless, arid suspension...or dying of cold in the Tardis? Karen Gillan must act, fast, to make Amy’s Choice. And a Fourth Doctor copyist needles the Tigellans into showing him their dodecahedron in sci-fi horticulture favourite Meglos. Along the way, John vamps it up, Matt likes his chefs sarcastic and Jim wonders if we’re still recording. Hosted on Acast. See aca...2017-11-151h 13
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Romans / The Hungry Earth / Cold Blood / Four To DoomsdayHow many impossible things can you believe before breakfast? I'll Explain Later's 27th episode whisks you away to unimagined realms and mythical times. Tegan might not be well drawn, but her draughtswoman credentials are not in doubt. A smörgåsbord of cultures let bygones be Bigon as the Fifth Doctor takes Four to Doomsday. Incoming showrunner Chris "safe-hands" Chibnall once again nails a chilling dystopia with his uncanny depiction of a future economy in which a world-leading project can employ just four workers - and inept ones at that. No portentous voiceover can sate The Hungry Earth, nor warm Co...2017-10-151h 26
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Ark In Space / The Doctor's Daughter / The Faceless OnesDoors to manual! The I'll Explain Later cabin crew are delighted to disembark you into three more terminals of Doctor Who adventure! No perfume counter and no flight-side 'Spoons, but one almighty immigration problem as the Fourth Doctor, Harry and Sarah Jane arrive at The Ark in Space. An overzealous border official goes beyond a cavity search and takes a skin sample, creating excess family baggage for inbound traveller David Tennant in The Doctor's Daughter. And Gatwick takes the starring role in charming Shirley Valentine origins story The Faceless Ones. Along the way, Jim scoffs at rumour, Matt likes a T...2017-09-151h 17
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Sunmakers / The Sontaran Stratagem / The Poison Sky / The King's Demons.Bikinis and budgie-smugglers at the ready, as the 25th episode of I'll Explain Later accompanies your summer break with another trio of tales! Why have one when you can have two? A duo beating down on them, can Tom Baker and Louise 'Leela' Jameson ride out the heat and avoid the taxman in 1977 yarn The Sun Makers? Oh no, it's clouded over! A typical British summer explored in harrowing depth over New Who Season 4 two-parter The Sontaran Stratagem / The Poison Sky. And the Fifth Doctor and chums discover you can't sidestep bleedin' foreigners even...2017-08-151h 24
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoBad Doctor Who (Blue Box Podcast Special)We're on a summer break so no new episode from us this month, sadly. However, to tide you over until our August return, here's a treat from our archives. Earlier this year we were thrilled to be invited to contribute to the spectacular 250th episode of JR Southall's Blue Box Podcast, and we recorded this minisode where we discuss what makes for Bad Doctor Who. Hope you enjoy it. We'll be back in August looking at The Kings Demons, The Sunmakers and The Sontaran Stratagem/The Poison Sky. If you've got any comments on these stories, do get...2017-07-1527 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Chase / The Long Game / The Curse of FenricRoll up, roll up – pay your shilling to play the game as the 24th episode of I’ll Explain Later runs the gamut from intergalactic tag to the grandmastery of an existential chess match! Hartnell & Co take in some costume dramas, dodge Daleks in their cardboard quantum coach and encounter anachronistically-named planets in 1965’s The Chase. Ninth Doctor Christopher Eccleston, Rose and him off Corrie battle the #fakenews media and need a run-in with the The Mighty Jagrafess of the Holy Hadrojassic Maxarodenfoe like a hole in the head in The Long Game. And the Seventh Doctor has ba...2017-06-151h 34
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Web of Fear / The God Complex / Warriors of the DeepShuffling shag, a horny monster - and the Myrka. I'll Explain Later once again waves its torch at Doctor Who where the sun's May rays don't shine. As much Midnight at the Lost and Found as Down in the Tube Station at Midnight - yes, we examine recently-discovered Second Doctor epic The Web of Fear. Only one man engenders sufficient faith to make us believe he can lead us with courage to see things we never thought we would. No, not Philip Morris this time! Matt Smith stars in The God Complex. And a Tory prime minister moves to...2017-05-151h 22
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Impossible Planet / The Satan Pit / The Mark of the Rani / The Creature From The PitClocking on and plunging deep into the shaft, I'll Explain Later returns with a heavily accented "Trouble Down t'Pit" special. The Doctor dangles, as David Tennant and chums confront evil itself in The Impossible Planet / The Satan Pit. Tyneside tykes and wooden miming as the Sixth Doctor tries to rub off The Mark of the Rani. And we make all the obvious comments about Erato as Tom Baker grapples with The Creature from the Pit. Along the way, Matt embraces his inner Yorkshireman, Jim ponders whether we've met Lucifer and John posits an erotic setting of Wagner's oeuvre. 2017-04-151h 20
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor Who1st April SpecialIt's 1st April, so what better time to examine three more Doctor Who adventures that have flown under the radar. Okay, so it's not the ACTUAL episode 22 - check back on 15th April for your regular dose of I'll Explain Later fun... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-04-0103 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Pirate Planet / The Curse of the Black Spot / The SmugglersSalty seamen and terrified cabin boys aplenty as we set sail for a pirate-themed 21st voyage aboard the good ship I'll Explain Later. The Fourth Doctor and Romana marvel at the Captain's massive spheres on The Pirate Planet. Plank or catwalk? Tough to tell, as Eleventh Doctor Matt Smith encounters fashion muse Lily Cole in The Curse of the Black Spot. Meanwhile, Hartnell and Co. dodge Brexity brigands in The Smugglers. Along the way, Skipper Jim proves he knows it all, Bosun Matt admires a strong female villain and Powder Monkey John talks wood. Send us a...2017-03-151h 25
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoTerror of the Autons / New Earth / Arc of InfinityRoses are red, police boxes are blue... In this twentieth, Valentine's edition of I'll Explain Later, The Third Doctor muses on tea ladies and gentlemen's clubs in Terror of the Autons, Ten and Rose mix feline and saline during visiting hours on New Earth and Peter Davison is not the first Brit to stagger around Amsterdam in a dazed state of collapse as he stars in universally-adored 1983 classic Arc of Infinity. Along the way, Jim salutes our imbibing listeners, Matt chews over a CSO kitchen and John asks if maybe he doesn't like 80s Who. As always...2017-02-151h 26
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Time Meddler / The Talons of Weng-Chiang / The Eleventh HourHappy New Year! We start 2017 as we mean to continue, with three Doctor Who big-hitters. The First Doctor gets stuck into some Saxon violence in The Time Meddler, the Fourth Doctor smells a rat in The Talons of Weng-Chiang, and the Eleventh Doctor raids the fridge in The Eleventh Hour. Along the way, we admire the Meddling Monk’s methodical approach to task management, lock horns with a sacred cow, and weep for what could have been. Don’t forget - listener drinks at The Blue Posts on Newman Street in London, Saturday 28th January, 3pm. Come and...2017-01-151h 33
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Runaway BrideChristmas bonus time for I'll Explain Later listeners, as this second Yuletide edition materialises. With only sherry, port, stilton, cheddar, a selection of artisan-baked crackers, stollen and mince pies to sustain them, our gouty guides explore Tenth Doctor David Tennant's 2006 nixed-Noël-nuptials spectacular The Runaway Bride. Amid musings on Schrödinger's Doctor Who action figure and blue-blooded spuds, John pops his cork, Jim confronts curmudgeonly correspondence and Matt makes an empty gesture. Thanks for all your support during 2016 - we'll be back in January with three more stories. In the meantime, have a great Christmas - and if...2016-12-2444 min
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Daleks' Master PlanJoyful all ye Nation's guys! Nothing can exterminate the festive fun, as the I'll Explain Later crew encounter three podcasting poltergeists and take on sprawling Hartnell epic The Daleks' Master Plan. Lithium-fuelled cricket commentary and the cooling effects of a Panama titfer are just two of the fascinating topics of debate, while Jim casts a critical eye over spy-fi, Matt queries the quality of his central heating and John confronts his Moffat-mad nemesis. Tweet us! Facebook us! Email us! Wish us a Merry Christmas via a review on iTunes! And keep listening for news of a bonus...2016-12-151h 08
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe End of the World / The Time Monster / The Happiness PatrolDon your mittens and light the sparklers as we run the Gallifreyan gamut from toxic to saccharine in I'll Explain Later's November display. The Ninth Doctor and Rose risk sunburn on a weekend break to The End of the World; The Master sucks on a stogie while Team Third Doctor tackle the origami ogre that is The Time Monster; finally, The Seventh Doctor and Ace are in three episodes of The Happiness Patrol. Along the way, we mull trees' animal magnetism, ponder the 70s salary high-point for actors portraying randy or rattled window cleaners and welcome John's calm, cool take...2016-11-151h 34
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Macra Terror / The Invisible Enemy / The Stolen Earth / Journey's EndIt's a seafood smorgasbord on this month's I'll Explain Later as we tuck in to three more thrilling Doctor Who adventures. The Second Doctor and pals hit Butlins during an outbreak of crabs in The Macra Terror, The Fourth Doctor and Leela get stuck into a prawn cocktail in The Invisible Enemy, while the Tenth Doctor catches up with pretty much everyone he's ever met in The Stolen Earth / Journey's End. Along the way, we cry over Donna's fate, mix metaphors with wild abandon and completely miss the opportunity to make a cheap John West / seafood joke. T...2016-10-151h 34
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Visitation / Vampires of Venice / The MassacreThis month it's a triple history lesson as the Doctor and chums take a trip into the past. The Fifth Doctor reaches for the Mace in The Visitation, the Eleventh Doctor enjoys the fish in Vampires of Venice, and the First Doctor is seeing double in The Massacre (of St Bartholomew's Eve). Along the way, we considered whether the Fifth Doctor's TARDIS crew was a YTS scheme, ponder the baffling symbolism at the end of Vampires of Venice, and consider the ramifications of William Hartnell's holiday timing. As ever, please tweet us, email us, Facebook us, leave u...2016-09-151h 37
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Ribos Operation / School Reunion / The Claws of AxosWe could have spent the August holidays outside enjoying the sun, but instead we spent it cooped up indoors watching Doctor Who in order to bring you our thoughts on three more adventures. This month, the Fourth Doctor's epic quest to find some perspex gets off to a thrilling start in The Ribos Operation, the Tenth Doctor has woman trouble in School Reunion, and the Third Doctor takes it on the Chinn in The Claws of Axos. Along the way, we get a little emotional over a tin dog, question whether Binro the Heretic was such a visionary, and ap...2016-08-151h 31
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Krotons / The Time of Angels / Flesh & Stone / Resurrection of the DaleksWe're back! After taking a summer break last month, we put three more Doctor Who adventures under the microscope. This month, the Second Doctor's peddling acid to the locals in The Krotons, the Eleventh Doctor joins the clergy in The Time of Angels, while the Fifth Doctor watches the bodies pile up in Resurrection of the Daleks. Along the way, we hear about an extraordinary unmade episode, wonder why Turlough never does anything, and get to grips with perhaps the worst scene in broadcast Doctor Who ever. For the first time, we also feature some of your letters! 2016-07-151h 37
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Edge of Destruction / 42 / The Deadly AssassinThe clock is ticking in this months selection of Doctor Who adventures that feature our favourite Time Lord in a desperate race against time. This month, the First Doctor and pals get a bit stir crazy during a quiet night in as they face The Edge of Destruction, the Tenth Doctor soaks up the sun in 42 and the Fourth Doctor visits the old folks at home in The Deadly Assassin. Along the way, we find out what the TARDIS has in common with Ryanair, hail the mighty Bernard Horsfall, and take stock of what we’ve learned so far af...2016-05-151h 37
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Silurians / Dragonfire / The Beast BelowThis month, it’s a trilogy of subterranean Doctor Who adventures as we go beneath the surface. The Third Doctor tries to balance the scales in the confusingly-entitled Doctor Who And The Silurians; the Seventh Doctor’s left dangling in Dragonfire; and the Eleventh Doctor has a whale of a time aboard Starship UK in The Beast Below. Along the way, we learn how a friend of Jim’s was scarred by the cliffhanger to Dragonfire part 1, appreciate the Third Doctor’s white t-shirt and slacks, and encounter possibly the worst Doctor Who guest actor we’ve seen yet. As a...2016-04-151h 36
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Rescue / Planet of the Ood / Attack of the CybermenThis month we endure six hours in make-up to bring you three Doctor Who adventures notable for their use of prosthetic masks (to varying effect). First up, it's off to the planet Dido [N.B. CHECK SPELLING], where the First Doctor makes a new friend, and Ian and Barbara are ready for cockylickin'. Then we drop by Oodsphere, where the Tenth Doctor and Donna encounter Spartacus with tentacles and a huge, ever-growing pulsating brain. And finally, a long-awaited return to Telos, where the Cybermen are getting nostalgic and Sarah Greene is encased in sticky-back plastic. Along the way, we...2016-03-141h 31
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoTomb of the Cybermen / Terminus / The Waters of MarsWe celebrate Valentine’s Day the only way we know how - by putting three more Doctor Who adventures under the microscope. This month, the Second Doctor encounters something nasty in the freezer section in Tomb of the Cybermen, the Fifth Doctor finds himself stuck on on a spaceship that’s gone to the dogs in Terminus, and the Tenth Doctor has a wet’n’wild time with the Waters of Mars. Along the way, we speculate on other career options for the Garm, try to work out what a logician actually does, and admit we rather like Gadget The Robot. A...2016-02-141h 33
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Leisure Hive / The Unquiet Dead / The AztecsHappy New Year! We kick off 2016 with three Doctor Who adventures that see an exotic mini-break go badly awry. A trip to Butlins-in-space sees the Fourth Doctor endure some mind-mangling entertainment in The Leisure Hive; the Ninth Doctor’s plans to visit Naples take a turn for the worse when he ends up dealing with a gas leak in Cardiff in The Unquiet Dead; and the First Doctor enjoys sex, drugs and Tlotoxl, Mexican-style, in The Aztecs. Along the way John gets to grips with the idea of Fixed Points In Time (TM), Matt makes a case for the Foamasi co...2016-01-141h 37
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Feast of Stephen / The Christmas Invasion / Dimensions In TimeMerry Christmas! At this special time of year, we dig deep into our bulging sack to bring you three festive adventures for Doctor Who and chums. The First Doctor, Steven and Sara enjoy a seasonal Scouse runaround in The Feast of Stephen, the Tenth Doctor spends most of the day sleeping off the night before in The Christmas Invasion, and it’s Crinkley Bottoms all round as some ageing Doctors get their heads round brain-bending 3D panto Dimensions in Time. Along the way: wassailing, port, mince pies, Noel Edmonds, more port, the greatest Doctor Who tie-in book ever written, even mo...2015-12-161h 30
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Masque of Mandragora / Midnight / Kinda"I do love a knees-up!" This month, we look at three occasions where the Doctor and chums are menaced by disembodied threats. The Fourth Doctor teams up with a bunch of renaissance men in The Masque of Mandragora, the Tenth Doctor eats his words in Midnight, while the Fifth Doctor gets a treat AND a surprise in Kinda. Along the way, John reminds us of a 90s deodorant advert, Matt recalls being creeped out by some Doctor Who trading cards, and everyone nearly comes to blows over Kinda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2015-11-151h 30
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Gunfighters / Daleks in Manhattan / The TV Movie"This is an ambulance!!" This month: three Doctor Who adventures set in America but (for the most part) filmed elsewhere in the world. We look at the First Doctor's rootin' tootin' adventure at the OK Corral with The Gunfighters, the Tenth Doctor's porcine encounter with Daleks In Manhattan, and the Eighth Doctor's attempts to stave off the millennium bug in, er, Doctor Who (aka The TV Movie). Along the way, Jim reveals all about his one visit to a Doctor Who convention, Matt turns out to be a terrible house guest, and John charms us with a...2015-10-081h 43
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoEvil of the Daleks / The Crimson Horror / Ghost Light"Tricky things, mammoths." In our fourth show, we take a trip back to 19th century England for three slices of Victoriana, Doctor Who style. This month we go through the looking glass with Patrick Troughton for Evil of the Daleks, see Matt Smith get tickled pink by the Crimson Horror, and scratch our heads while Sylvester McCoy is dazzled by Ghost Light. Along the way, Jim reveals who he’d choose as a companion over Victoria, Matt berates modern Doctor Who for not being bad enough, and John fondly remembers ITV’s adaptation of Moll Flanders....2015-09-081h 35
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoTime-Flight / Mummy on the Orient Express / Planet of the Spiders"Sharaz, sharaz tumal! Balor, balor!” This month, we look at three Doctor Who adventures linked by the theme of transportation - the Fifth Doctor’s jet-setting thrill ride Time-Flight, the Twelfth Doctor’s encounter with a Mummy on the Orient Express, and the Third Doctor’s meditative swansong Planet of the Spiders. Along the way we update our log of occasions where Sarah Jane does some actual journalism, pause to reflect on the versatility of David Bamber, and find out what Jim was doing when he heard that Princess Diana had died. Hosted on Acast. See acas...2015-08-101h 36
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe War Machines / Aliens of London / World War Three / Invasion of the Dinosaurs"Kklak!" In our second episode, we look at three adventures set around contemporary London, taking in the First Doctor computer thriller The War Machines, gassy Ninth Doctor runaround Aliens of London, and the Third Doctor puppet extravaganza Invasion of the Dinosaurs. Along the way, we consider the politics of the Third Doctor, whether farting is empirically funny or not, and whether Dr Who is required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2015-07-091h 36
I'll Explain Later: conversations about Doctor WhoThe Horns of Nimon / Love & Monsters / The Twin Dilemma"Where's the mucus??" In our very first episode, we attempt to redeem three underrated or controversial Doctor Who adventures - the Fourth Doctor's camp Greek holiday The Horns of Nimon, the Tenth Doctor's run-in with his own appreciation society Love & Monsters, and the Sixth Doctor's genteel and understated debut The Twin Dilemma. Along the way, we speculate on the practical benefits of the Nimon modesty skirts, marvel at Jackie Tyler's taste in music, and wince at Jim's recollection of watching The Twin Dilemma with a neighbour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2015-06-081h 35