The Sontarans: those war-mongering potato-headed enemies of the Doctor. They made their debut on this day in 1973, and today we give you the full story on their origin and legacy and even how they, uh, make more Sontarans.

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Written by Earl Green

Hosted by Jessica Lynn Verdi

Music by Devin Curry