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EPISODE · Nov 11, 2023 · 2H 10M

Celebrating a British Cultural Phenomenon: Doctor Who Turns 60!

from Yesterday's London Times · host Jen & Mares

It’s getting all wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey at YLT as we celebrate a huge milestone in British culture: the 60th anniversary of the iconic Doctor Who!In this episode, we : look at the unlikely-for-the-time trio who launched Doctor Who back in 1963discuss the basic premise of the showexamine its importance as a British cultural phenomenonreflect on the symbolism and deeper messages within the seriesconsider the discourse surrounding the show and how it contributes to progressive societyexplore the show’s legacy and importance in 2023For some, Doctor Who is a campy romp that provides an occasional escape from reality, while for others, it’s a community with which to deeply connect.  Whether you’re a dedicated Whovian for whom the show is a lifestyle, or a complete newcomer to the series, there’s something here for everyone in the time and space continuum. Join us, as we celebrate this iconic moment in British pop culture history!Don’t forget to visit our  SHOW NOTES  for fun bonus content!  You'll find:photos of the BBC employees who founded the showimages of all 15 official doctors and a few of the Doctor’s most iconic enemies (and frenemies!)links to several websites to help you continue your journey down the DW rabbit holea bibliography to begin to build your own Doctor Who library and this episode's two Who-inspired drink recipes, the Doctor No. 1 and the Banana Daiquiri! 

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It’s getting all wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey at YLT as we celebrate a huge milestone in British culture: the 60th anniversary of the iconic Doctor Who! In this episode, we : look at the unlikely-for-the-time trio who launched Doctor Who back in 1963discuss the basic premise of the showexamine its importance as a British cultural phenomenonreflect on the symbolism and deeper messages within the seriesconsider the discourse surrounding the show and how it contributes to progressive socie...

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