Discussing Who: Science Fiction

What if Richard E. Grant was the Doctor? Wait a minute! Didn’t that happen…or almost sorta-happen? But, before we discuss,  in the news we discuss an upcoming audio from Big Finish featuring Carole Ann Ford! Join us as we review The Scream of the Shalka. 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 244.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown,  and Lee Shackleford.

What if Richard E. Grant was the Doctor? Wait a minute! Didn’t that happen…or almost sorta-happen? But, before we discuss,  in the news we discuss an upcoming audio from Big Finish featuring Carole Ann Ford! Join us as we review The Scream of the Shalka. 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 244.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown,  and Lee Shackleford.

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Last year we asked ourselves and our listeners a simple but important question:  What makes Doctor Who important to you? The answer now lies within the pages of Real Characters: The Psychology of Parasocial Relationships with Media Characters, by Dr. Karen Shackleford, PhD (Ed.) from Fielding University Press providing insight into why we connect with fictional characters. The Doctor Changes, but the Feelings Stay the Same, is the bow-tie worthy Eleventh Chapter. Real Characters is available now on 

It’s Christmas Day and we return to the Fourth Doctor’s Era for a review of The Talons of Weng Chiang.  The Doctor and Leela face off against Magnus Greel, Le’Hsen Chang, and Mr. Sin in a six part adventure set in Victorian London. This serial also sees the one televised appearance by Jago and Lightfoot.  Join us as we review The Talons of Weng-Chiang. What did you think this story? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram! Simply search for us @DiscussingWho.  Plus, special Christmas Day introduction by Olivia, the AI aboard the OZ-9. Hosted by Lee Shackleford, Clarence Brown, and Kyle Jones.  Special thanks to Shannon Perry. The Discussing Network presents Discussing Who Episode 222. 

It’s Christmas Day and we return to the Fourth Doctor’s Era for a review of The Talons of Weng Chiang.  The Doctor and Leela face off against Magnus Greel, Le’Hsen Chang, and Mr. Sin in a six part adventure set in Victorian London. This serial also sees the one televised appearance by Jago and Lightfoot.  Join us as we review The Talons of Weng-Chiang. What did you think this story? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram! Simply search for us @DiscussingWho.  Plus, special Christmas Day introduction by Olivia, the AI aboard the OZ-9. Hosted by Lee Shackleford, Clarence Brown, and Kyle Jones.  Special thanks to Shannon Perry. The Discussing Network presents Discussing Who Episode 222. 

Discussing Who is part of the Discussing Network. Find out more about the network and other shows on the network by visiting https://discussingnetwork.com.  Join us on the new Discussing Network Facebook Group.  Visit https://facebook.com./groups/discussingnetwork

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Listen, Rinse, Repeat

Corrections: Survival of the Fittest 

Straight Outta Gallifrey

Want more from the Discussing Who co-hosts? Our hosts can be found on the following:

Doctor Who: Podshock (Kyle & Lee)

The TechPedition Podcast (Clarence)

The Relativity Podcast (Lee, Clarence,

The Doctor and Ace return to Coal Hill School in 1963 only to come face-to-face with the Daleks. What is the Hand of Omega? Why did it take Kyle so long to realize just how awesome Ace and the Doctor were during the Seventh Doctor’s Era? Join us as we review Remembrance of the Daleks. Plus, we want to know what does Doctor Who mean to you? Let us know by email at [email protected], or leave us a voice mail at 805-850-3946. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 193.

The Doctor and Ace return to Coal Hill School in 1963 only to come face-to-face with the Daleks. What is the Hand of Omega? Why did it take Kyle so long to realize just how awesome Ace and the Doctor were during the Seventh Doctor’s Era? Join us as we review Remembrance of the Daleks. Plus, we want to know what does Doctor Who mean to you? Let us know by email at [email protected], or leave us a voice mail at 805-850-3946. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 193.

Discussing Who is part of the Discussing Network. Find out more about the network and other shows on the network by visiting https://discussingnetwork.com.  Join us on the new Discussing Network Facebook Group.  Visit https://facebook.com./groups/discussingnetwork

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Listen, Rinse, Repeat

Corrections: Survival of the Fittest 

Want more from the Discussing Who co-hosts? Our hosts can be found on the following:

Doctor Who: Podshock (Kyle & Lee)

The TechPedition Podcast (Clarence)

The Relativity Podcast (Lee, Clarence, & Kyle)

Discussing Trek: A Star Trek Discovery Podcast (Clarence & Kyle)

Terminus: A Doctor Who Podcast (Nicole)

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Why should I watch Doctor Who? This question may be one of Doctor Who fans’ favorite questions, presenting the opportunity to answer questions about all of time, space, and our favourite Time Lord. What is a TARDIS? Who is The Doctor? Why are there so many? Which episode should I watch first? Who is your favorite? Join us as soon-to-be Whovian, Ryan Kent, asks the questions he wants to know and find out why he should watch Doctor Who! The Discussing Network presents Discussing Who Episode 176. Hosted by Kyle Jones. 

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The Doctor and Martha Jones arrive in New York City during the Great Depression and discover a threat from the Doctor’s greatest enemies.  Yes, we review ‘Daleks in Manhattan’  and ‘Evolution of the Daleks’, Doctor Who Series 3 Episodes 4 and 5.  Plus, find out more about Pensacon 2019!  All this – and more – in episode 141 of Discussing Who.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.

Discussing Who is part of the Discussing Network. Find out more about the network and other shows on the network by visiting https://discussingnetwork.com.  

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Want more from the Discussing Who co-hosts? Our hosts can be found on the following:

Doctor Who: Podshock (Kyle & Lee)

The TechPedition Podcast (Clarence)

The Relativity Podcast (Lee & Clarence)

Discussing Trek: A Star Trek Discovery Podcast (Clarence & Kyle)

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It’s the end of an Era – both for Doctor Who and Discussing Who. Join us as we review the 2017 Doctor Who Christmas special, ‘Twice Upon a Time’.  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown, and Lee Shackleford.

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November 23, 2013 was the Day that Doctor Who broke the world’s record for the largest worldwide simulcast of a television program in history. It was the day The Doctor had been running from all his lives. But, it was the day that fans had been waiting and wanting for decades. It was…The Day of the Doctor. (Plus, the Night of the Doctor.)  Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown, and Lee Shackleford.

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What happened when the Second Doctor and Jamie found themselves in an adventure with the Sixth Doctor and Peri? Find out as we review the 1985 Doctor Who story, The Two Doctors. Hosted by Lee Shackleford and Kyle Jones.

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Jessica from the SesskaSays YouTube Channel returns! We follow-up on The Walking Dead, talk about Stranger Things 2, and even mention The Punisher! What is Doctor Who December? Find out as Jess hints at what is to come…including An Adventure in Time and Space, The Day of the Doctor, and more! Plus, how did Noel Clark inspire her to continue watching Doctor Who. All this AND we talk The Name of The Doctor! Hosted by Kyle Jones. (more…)

We return to Hawkins, Indiana for more Stranger Things in Episode 80 of Discussing Who. What’s happened to Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Will since the last time they encountered Eleven? What dangers lurk below a patch of rotten pumpkins? Who has now has the Dig Dug highest score? Plus, why is a TARDIS from Doctor Who below the waters in Assassin’s Creed, and why should we care if a movie seat is reserved, or not? Join us for all this – and more! Hosted by Clarence Brown and Kyle Jones. (more…)