This is it dear listeners, the incredible series 9 finale. We find it difficult to make any criticisms about this episode, but we still had a lot of fun talking over it! Also, series 10 news and Stephen eats crow on a touchy subject. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on the internets! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed
This is it dear listeners, the penultimate episode of series 9. What say Lauren and Stephen of Peter Capaldi’s single-handed tour de force that some are calling the best episode since the series reboot? I think you can probably guess what they thought, but give it a listen anyway! Also, stay for the end where Lauren reviews Stephen’s latest Doctor Who related purchase. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on the internets! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed...
As our episode commentaries continue it is finally time to visit Mayor Me on Trap Street and face the raven, but not before we have some snacks! In this episode we also discuss Lauren’s upcoming birthday, Stephen’s plans to become friends with peter Capaldi, and the absolute brilliance of Sara Dollard. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on the internets! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex...
We all knew this was coming…Lauren and Stephen sit down to tackle a commentary on the latest Mark Gatiss script, “Sleep No More.” There’s been lot of talk about the quality of this episode. Listen in to find out if the host’s feelings have changed at all on this new re-watch. are there any new revelations? Does the plot make more sense this time around? Also, the hosts finally get to catch up and talk about the new companion announcement while Stephen makes some hopefully not too controversial c...
It’s part 2 of the return of the Zygons! Listen in as Lauren, Ewan, and Stephen watch intently and try and only talk through the parts where Peter Capaldi or Jenna Coleman are not completely owning the scene with their masterful acting skills (they own it lot). This episode is one of our favorites of series 9 and you’ll hear why. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on the internets! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex Follow Ewan on the internets: Twitter: @ewa...
Ewan is back in the studio with Stephen and Lauren to watch and comment on the epic Zygon 2-parter. Does it still hold up as one of the best 2-part stories of the modern series? What was it like watching them film scenes for this episode? Listen to part 1 here now! Enjoy Follow Lauren on the internets! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex Follow Ewan on the internets: Twitter: @ewanjanderson Instagram: @TeamTardisOfficial...
Kyle and Ewan stick around for the second part of the Ashildr/Me two-parter(?). How do the adventures of the Doctor, The Nightmare, and Sam Swift hold up to the critical eyes of these four Whovians? You’ll just have to listen and find out. Hint: the lion guy isn’t our favorite thing. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on the internets! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex Follow Kyle on the internets! Twitter: @functionalnerd Nerdist.com Doctor Who: The Writers...
Lauren and Stephen are joined for this week’s commentary by our very good friends; associate editor of Nerdist.com and co-host of Doctor Who: The Writers’ Room podcast, Kyle Anderson, and co-host of the MadMan Console Room Chats, Ewan Anderson! Learn how this group feels about the introduction of Masie Williams’ Ashldr. As well there is discussion of the recently revealed cast of Class , the start of filming for Sherlock series 4 and GallifreyOne tickets. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on the internets! T...
In the fourth episode of our continuing commentary series we get to know a little bit more about Lauren and The Whovian Complex, discuss how Stephen spends his free time and of course take a look at the excellent “Before the Flood.” Enjoy! Follow Lauren on social media! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex...
Stephen and Lauren have their wellies on and are ready to wade through the exciting waters of the third episode of series 9 “Under the Lake.” Before that though, there is a little bit of chat about last weekend’s Wondercon in Los Angeles and Stephen tells the story of how he received a care package from the Doctor himself, Peter Capaldi! Enjoy! Follow Lauren on social media! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex...
It is time once again to watch along with Stephen and Lauren as we talk over the second part of the series 9 opener. “The Witch’s Familiar.” We also discuss some of the week’s news headlines and Lauren gives us a quick run down on the inaugural Silcon Valley Comic-Con. Enjoy! Follow Lauren on social media! Twitter: @bancroffed Instagram: @bancroffed Also check her out at The Whovian Complex...
Welcome to the very first in the MadMan series 9 commentaries! I am joined by the very funny and lovely comedian, cosplayer, and Whovian extraordinaire Lauren Bancroft of The Whovian Complex who will be partaking in this weekly adventure with me as we look back at all of series 9. Keep in mind this is a commentary episode so you should definitely listen to it while watching the episode. Otherwise there are just going to be gaps in the conversation as we watch and listen to some of the wonderful ...
The wonderful Paul Cornell is my guest this week and we discuss his upcoming Doctor Who comic book mini-series “Four Doctors” as well as what it’s like writing for the Doctor, how the show affected his life, and of course one his most beloved classic Doctor Who stories. Follow Paul on Twitter You can find out all about Doctor Who Comics Day here! Follow Doctor Who Comics Day on Twitter...
Host of Doctor Who: The Fan Show , Christel Dee joins me on the podcast this week to discuss San Diego Comic Con , Peter Capaldi being a true fan’s fan, and one of her favorite classic episodes of Doctor Who . Enjoy! Subscribe to Doctor Who: The Fan Show on YouTube Subscribe to the BBC Doctor Who YouTube channel Follow Christel Dee on Twitter Follow Doctor Who: The Fan Show on Twitter...
Erika Ensign from Verity! joins me for an all new episode of the podcast. Editing this podcast felt like going back in time. It was recorded so very long ago, but it is a lovely conversation about a great Doctor Who story. Which story you ask? Well you’ll have to listen to find out! Subscribe to Verity! on iTunes Follow Erika on Twitter @HollyGoDarkly...
The podcast is back! With San Diego Comic-Con looming the mad man team decided to get back in front of the microphone to share with all the details of the Doctor Who goings on at the convention. As well as spending a bunch of time talking about lines and exclusives, we finally air the long lost interview with the creative teams behind Titan Comics’ Doctor Who titles from SDCC 2014. Doctor Who SDCC Panel Time Doctor Who Fan Meetup BBC America Booth Exclusives Funko Pop Vinyl Exclusives Titan Comi...
It’s the end of the year and the 50th episode of the podcast! It’s been a little while and we’re sorry. In this episode we discuss the past couple of months of Doctor Who goings on including the 50th anniversary celebrations in London, “The Day of the Doctor,” and “The Time of the Doctor.” We recorded this a couple of days after Matt Smith regenerated into Peter Capaldi but due to some technical difficulties it couldn’t be edited and posted until now, but at least it is here. Enjoy!...
Here it is folks our preview of the upcoming 50th Anniversary festivities. But first we get a little sidetracked (who us? Never!) because something we have been hoping to happen for a long time finally has. The 8th Doctor has returned! We were happy with the 7 minutes that brought back Paul McGann? What will the Mad Man team be doing for the 50th anniversay? Listen and find out.
It has been a while dear listeners and we thank you very much for your patience. We recorded this a couple of weeks back and sadly life get the best of me. But fear not it is here and we do hope to bring you more regularly scheduled episodes. For now though have a listen as we genuinely earn our explicit tag. Okay maybe not we, just Stephen, as we discuss San Diego Comic-Con, Peter Capaldi, the 50th anniversary celebrations and more. Enjoy!
It’s the pre-San Diego Comic Con episode! We discuss all the Doctor Who goings on at this years Comic-Con International and you learn exactly how bitter we two old men are. Also some other news and ramblings including the Proms and the 50th Anniversary Celebration in London. Listen and enjoy!
The Mad Man boys discuss and speculate on Matt Smith’s pending departure. Completely wrong guesses and declarations! Names mentioned and dismissed! Not a tear shed…not that you can hear anyway. And I try really hard not to piss anyone off when we discuss the idea of a gender swap for the Doctor. Sorry for posting this so late and the not regular updates on the site. We’ve been in SDCC crunch mode for weeks now but enjoy!
It’s our review of “The Name of the Doctor”! Theories are floated, disagreements are had, when Ewan and I sit down to discuss the series 7b finale. Is it everything we had hoped it would be? How do we feel about that cliffhanger ending? Will I ever get to ask Steven Moffat the burning questions I still have about the events at Trenzalore? No idea on that last question but the first two definitely get answered in this our last review episode of the podcast for at least a few months.
Our review of “Nightmare in Silver” in which we earn our explicit tag. Even after recording and listening back to this episode I’m not quite sure we really know how we felt overall about Neil Gaiman’s second Doctor Who script. We do have pretty strong and clear feelings about some of the elements though and listeners with sensitive ears should be cautious. We also spend a good amount of time talking about our excitement for “The Name of the Doctor.” Listen for the cloister bell and you’ll know w...
Our review of “The Crimson Horror” Looks like the site ate the original version of this so here it is again! I’n sure I had something incredibly witty to say here, but that’s ok I know you just really want to listen to the episode. Enjoy!
It’s our review of “Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS” Ewan and I go deep into the bowels of this episode that is jam packed with fanboy moments that would make even the most cynical squee. But how was it over all? Well you’ll just have to listen to find out. Also for more of me (Stephen) talking about “Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS” have a listen to the latest Sound on Sight Doctor Who podcast that you can find right HERE...
Our review of “Hide” I just want to apologize in advance for all of the background noise, but this was so much fun to record and the conversation is great. We recorded at Ewan’s house this past weekend and roped our significant others into participating…not that it was that difficult to get these two wonderfully opinionated ladies to voice their thoughts. It was all oddly appropriate as well considering Neil Cross’ ghost story really was a love story. Awww. I hope you enjoy!...
It’sssssss the MMWAB review of “Cold War”…and now that joke has run its course. So did the return of the Ice Warriors (well really an Ice Warrior) get our temperatures rising? What are our theories on Clara three episodes in? When will you get to hear Ewan and I sing “Back for Good?” Some of these questions and others are answered within. Listen and enjoy!
Better late than never it’s our review of “The Rings of Akhaten” The Doctor takes Clara on what now seems like the obligatory second episode trip to an alien world and the results are…well listen to the episode and find out what we think. Plus! news and speculation on the 50th anniversary special and other ramblings! Enjoy!
It’s the MadMan review of “The Bells of Saint John!” New Doctor Who is here! Sorry for a bit of weirdness with the sound on this one folks, but it was recorded whilst I am in England and for some reason that made Ewan sound like he was recording in some kind of tunnel stretching between Los Angeles and London. Anyway, before getting into our episode review, we talk quite a bit about all of the news and spoilers coming out fast and furious regarding the the 50th anniversary episode and then dive ...
I suspect Chip gave a listen to the “End of Time” episode and felt moved to action enough come on the podcast and lay down some very strong pro-RTD statements. I have to say despite my Moffat fanboyism and Chip’s RTD fanboyism we don’t disagree with quite as much as he or I (or you the listeners) were probably thinking that we would. We still have a lively discussion though and I think Chip makes a very strong case for not dismissing the series 4 finale quite as easily as a lot of people do. Don...
