Tag: Jodie Whittaker

Jodie Auckland Whittaker played the Thirteenth Doctor in Doctor Who, starting with the 2017 TV story Twice Upon a Time. With that performance, she became the first woman to portray the Doctor in a regular episode of Doctor Who. Joanna Lumley was the technically first woman to portray the Doctor in The Curse of Fatal Death, a Comic Relief special with the Doctor also being played by Rowan Atkinson, Jim Broadbent and many others.

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Discussing Who Episode 286

Episode 286: Wrapping Up the Chibnall Era

It began with The Woman Who Fell to Earth, and it ends with The Power of the Doctor.  What were the era’s highs and lows? What do we expect to happen in The Power of the Doctor? Did Chris Chibnall hurt or help Doctor Who? Join us as we look back on Chris Chibnall’s time as Doctor Who showrunner and speculate on the finale!  Let us know what you think! Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @DiscussingWho. Send feedback and we will feature your responses in a future episode. The Discussing Network presents Discussing Who Episode 286.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.

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Discussing Who Episode 263

Episode 263: Top Five Likes and Dislikes of Doctor Who Flux, Part VI: The Vanquishers

It took two weeks and two takes to deliver our thoughts on Doctor Who Flux Part VI: The Vanquishers. Chris Chibnall’s third series of Doctor Who comes to a close with the most divisive and poorly executed finales since Doctor Who’s 2005 return.  Chibnall thinks that this was an emotional arc for the Doctor. Do you agree with him? As you likely guessed, Kyle very much disliked it.  What about Clarence and Lee? We offer our Top 5 Likes and Dislikes to balance the scales of positive and negative.  What did you think of this story and how Flux ended? Let us know by connecting with us on social media. Just look for @DiscussingWho. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 263.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown and Lee Shackleford.

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Chris Chibnall Leaving Doctor Who in 2022

Episode 246: Reacting to Chibnall and Whittaker Leaving Doctor Who

News broke that Chris Chibnall and Jodie Whittaker would leave Doctor Who in 2022 came almost immediately after recording our review of the 2021 SDCC Panel. Join us in this episode for our reactions to the news along with additional thoughts on the upcoming Series 13. What did you think of our discussion? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram! Want to get in touch on on social media? Simply search for us @DiscussingWho.  The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 246.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown,  and Lee Shackleford. 

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Discussing Who Episode 62, Introducing the 13th Doctor

Episode 62: Doctor Who, Introducing The Thirteenth Doctor

The wait is over! Spoilers ahead! The 13th Doctor has been named! Yes, Doctor Who made history once again on Sunday, July 16, 2017 with the announcement naming the thirteenth person to take up the role of The Doctor.  Now, the cycle of fan acceptance begins again! But, is it different this time? Special guest Dr. Karen Dill-Shackleford shares her thoughts on the choice, asks questions of the hosts, and adds a bit of Wonder Woman to the mix. All this plus our initial thoughts and reactions. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown, and Lee Shackleford.

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Discussing Who Episode 25 - Review of Black Mirror

Episode 25: Review of Black Mirror

Black Mirror has been called the Twilight Zone of the digital age, and it may very well be! From pigs to social media to virtual reality and the afterlife, each episode creates an individual world where the viewer is forced to speculate and/or admit facts about our own reality. Join us as we discuss this thought-provoking series. Hosted by Clarence Brown and Kyle Jones.

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