Journeys in Fandom

The biggest bombshell in modern sci-fi history just dropped, and Journeys in Fandom is back for an emergency broadcast to unpack the wreckage. The BBC has officially announced that Russell T Davies is out, the rumored Christmas special was a complete fabrication, and the entire future of Doctor Who is being put out to competitive tender after the Disney co-production deal collapsed. In this episode, we dive deep into the financial death spiral of the series, from the complete lack of merchan...

Join us for a brutally honest review of the Doctor Who Christmas Special 2024. We dive deep into the episode's plot, picking apart the quirky characters, the nonsensical code, and the jarring political commentary - all while trying to avoid those pesky plot holes. This episode was a bit of a let-down for us, but was it a complete Christmas disaster? We'll discuss the good (the Christmas tree!), the bad (the sentient briefcase!), and the ugly (the boredom). We'll also talk about the Superman t...

Join us for a special episode of Journeys in Fandom, as we delve into the depths of our collective rage and discuss the latest cinematic abomination - The Crow reboot, remake or whatever it's supposed to be. Matt, who is still reeling from the film's sheer awfulness, is eager to share his passionate and somewhat NSFW rant. Matt breaks down the film's numerous flaws, including its terrible acting, nonsensical plot, and lack of chemistry between the leads. He compares it to the original movie, ...

In this episode, we take a look at Series 1 (or 14 depending on your preference) of Doctor Who. We rate each episode and look at some of the series' themes, as well as discuss whether we think it would have fitted well back in the days of Doctor Who in 2010. We also delve into the murky world of politics in the UK and the US and discuss our latest spin on project Journeys in Politics. There's also time for some news, more ratings talk and much more from the world of fandom.

What if Ruby is actually her own mother in a mind-bending time loop? Join us as we untangle the intricate theories and mysteries surrounding our Doctor Who. We discuss the recent ratings dip and the BBC's focus on capturing a younger audience. Insights from a Radio Times interview add another layer to our understanding as we speculate on how demographic data might be collected through iPlayer registration and household surveys. In our deep dive, we unravel Ruby's enigmatic origins and Sutekh...

What if traditional TV ratings are no longer the benchmark for success? Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of Doctor Who, dissect the show's current ratings slump despite the Disney and BBC partnership, and ponder the broader implications for the show's future. We reviewed episodes 73 Yards and Dot and Bubble, which could have been better, leaving us more puzzled than intrigued. Both stories had so much potential but ultimately fell flat due to underdeveloped storylines and incoher...

Step aboard our TARDIS of conversation as we launch into the complex universe of Doctor Who. We don't shy away from the tough critiques, addressing the Doctor's portrayal and the series' current social commentary with a critical eye. The struggle between preserving the essence of Doctor Who while navigating through its evolving landscape leaves us with mixed feelings. From the over-the-top campiness to the introduction of interdimensional beings, we explore the shifting tones that take us fro...

As we dust off from an unexpected podcast pause, our ears are perked for the latest twists and turns in the world of Doctor Who. The anticipation for Moffat's return to the TARDIS is palpable, and we're hopeful that the upcoming series will blend the comforting nostalgia with fresh, innovative storytelling. Juggling the logistics of life, we even entertain the wild idea of podcasting live from a hotel room during the UK Games Expo! Delving deeper into fandom, we delve into the expansive univ...