Who Cave Conversations

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at the current news items and reflect on the last year and look ahead to 2026 from Character Options as we wait for the next announcement!!! Once the announcement hits will you have any Questions for Al Dewar? send them through to Who Cave Conversations on Facebook or Instagram. Do you have a subject you want us to cover from the range, or anything else reach out and let us know!This episode we chat about Season 21 Boxset and in particular look at the Warriors of the Deep Special, Al's visit to the BFI and catching up with Janet Fielding again, Missing Episodes, The 1996 TV Movie, our latest outing where we got to meet and spend time with Louise Jameson and Nigel Fairs.Check out the links below for addition content that we discuss in this episode.Who Cave Conversations Facebook:facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580010064071&sk=aboutWho Cave Conversations Instagram:instagram.com/whocaveconversationshttps://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1https://filmisfabulous.org.uk/https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/42-to-doomsday-unleash-the-hoard-ers/id687051777?i=1000586623355Check out Janet's Online site @ https://janetfielding.com/Figure now available at Character: https://character-online.com#whocaveconversations #TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at the final part of Tegan's Journey where we follow the production of the Tegan Figure from Concept to completion. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar, Andrew Teal and extra special Guest including another Aussie, Janet Fielding! This is the final stages of the production and see how the decision changed towards the end and the first offical unboxing video by Al when he was in Hong Kong to check the quality control before its official launch. Janet chimes in as well to discuss it all.This is the most access that has been given to the production of an action figure from concept to completion. So much so that in typical 80's style it forms a 4 episode journey into its humble beginnings from an idea to the completed product you see now.Please join us for the journey and follow our conversations over the last 12 months to see how it all came about.https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1Check out Janet's Online site @ https://janetfielding.com/Figure now available at Character: https://character-online.com/collections/doctor-who/products/doctor-who-tegan-jovanka-and-destroyed-dalek#whocaveconversations #TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at Part Three of Tegans Journey where we follow the production of the Tegan Figure from Concept to completion. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar and extra special Guest including another Aussie, Janet Fielding! This is a very different episode as it involves Janet and her thoughts about the figure and chats about her time on Who. Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.This is the most access that has been given to the production of an action figure from concept to completion. So much so that in typical 80's style it forms a 4 episode journey into its humble beginnings from an idea to the completed product you see now.This episode was recorded when Al was in Hong Kong- see exclusive images and Janet pops in throughout all episodes.Please join us for the journey and follow our conversations over the last 12 months to see how it all came about.https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1Check out Janet's Online site @ https://janetfielding.com/Figure now available at Character: https://character-online.com/collections/doctor-who/products/doctor-who-tegan-jovanka-and-destroyed-dalek#whocaveconversations #TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at Part Two of Tegans Journey where we follow the production of the Tegan Figure from Concept to completion. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar and extra special Guest including another Aussie, Janet Fielding! This is a very different episode as it involves Janet and her thoughts about the figure and chats about her time on Who. Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.This is the most access that has been given to the production of an action figure from concept to completion. So much so that in typical 80's style it forms a 4 episode journey into its humble beginnings from an idea to the completed product you see now.Episodes 2-4 will be initially available to subscribers to see exclusive images and Janet pops in throughout all episodes.Please join us for the journey and follow our conversations over the last 12 months to see how it all came about.https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1Check out Janet's Online site @ https://janetfielding.com/Figure now available at Character: https://character-online.com/collections/doctor-who/products/doctor-who-tegan-jovanka-and-destroyed-dalek#whocaveconversations #TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

oin Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at the newest and first figure release for 2026 from Character Options. The next figure set continues in the Vortex range with the Tegan Jovanka and Destroyed Dalek. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar and extra special Guest including another Aussie, Janet Fielding! This is a very different episode as it involves Janet and her thoughts about the figure and chats about her time on Who. Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.As a bonus to this chat we have included Tegan's Journey Part 1.This is the most access that has been given to the production of an action figure from concept to completion. So much so that in typical 80's style it forms a 4 episode journey into its humble beginnings from an idea to the completed product you see now.Episodes 2-4 will be initially available to subscribers to see exclusive images and Janet pops in throughout all episodes.Please join us for the journey and follow our conversations over the last 12 months to see how it all came about.https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1Check out Janet's Online site @ https://janetfielding.com/Figure now available at Character: https://character-online.com/collections/doctor-who/products/doctor-who-tegan-jovanka-and-destroyed-dalek#whocaveconversations #TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Christmas 2025! Looking for something to watch in between those family celebrations. or whilst opening your Doctor Who presents! Join Who Cave Conversations on Christmas Day as we take a look at the past year and beyond of Character Options. Keep your eyes peeled for some information of note for 2026. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar, Ed Barnett-Ward we discuss the decisions made about the new figure in the range and some of the challenges faced along the way. What better way than to get it straight from the man himself! Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.Also we are Joined by the Curator of the Museum of Classic Sci-fi  @neilcole8306  who shares stories with us and chats about what it is like to run a museum. https://www.museumofclassicsci-fi.com/This video may include conversations about microwaves.....don't ask!A discussion and reflection on this year and what lurks ahead in 2026.https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at the newest and last release for 2025 from Character Options. The next figure set continues in the Vortex range with The Wrarth Warrior set including Constable Zreeg and Sergeant Zogroth. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar and Ed Barnett-Ward. We discuss the decisions made about the latest addition to the range with the wonderful workmanship of Ed Barnett Ward. What better way than to get it straight from the man himself! Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.Check out some exclusive images in relation to this set and its journey.https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look back at those Classic Cybermen of the 80's. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , David Banks (Cyber Leader) and Mark Hardy (Cyber Lieutenant). We discuss the beginnings of the Banks & Hardy Duo that would work together through the Cyber stories of the 80's.(apart from Attack of the Cybermen) What better way than to get it straight from the silver giants themselves! Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.From being cast to challenges with the costumes to stories from The Five Doctors. We even look at them in figure form and discuss bringing them back to life in Big Finish.Link to Big Finish audio stories including David and Mark:https://www.bigfinish.com/search_results?search_value_selected=0&search_term=david+bankshttps://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74

Join me  @TheDocMD74 ,  @thelightdreams (Alex Storer) & John Collier as we discuss the latest release to hit our bookshelves. Blackpool Remembered charts the history of the classic BBC Doctor Who exhibition, which captivated fans on Blackpool's famous Golden Mile from 1974 to 1985. @blackpoolremembered7485 #WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74This richly illustrated and meticulously researched book takes readers on a thrilling journey back to the heyday of seaside sci-fi wonders. From Daleks lurking in dark corridors to the sound of the Doctor Who theme tune echoing down the seafront, it recreates the magic and mystery of this legendary attraction.Packed with nostalgia, rare photos, behind-the-scenes stories, personal recollections and year-by-year floor plans, this book is essential reading for all classic Doctor Who fans.Marking 40 years since the exhibition's closure, Blackpool Remembered allows us to revisit this special place thanks to the memories and photographs from fans who were there. Prepare for a trip back to a time when a holiday at the seaside meant stepping into another world…The new paperback edition of Blackpool Remembered will be available from the 24th May via Amazon in most regions where there is print on demand.Newly designed, re-written, collated and edited, this new, 140-page, full colour version brings together the best bits of our original ebook, marking 40 years since the exhibition closed in 1985.Packed with nostalgia and mostly illustrated by Richard Leaver’s glorious slide photos, Blackpool Remembered is a trip back in time you won’t want to miss.Plus we discuss another upcoming project in the works to revisit the Llangollen Doctor Who Exhibition that closed in late 2003.Music by  @thelightdreams  with kind permission, for more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/Previous and other projects in the range:https://blackpoolremembered7485.wordpress.com/

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at the newest and I will say one of the most wanted releases for a long time from Character Options. The next figure set continues in the Vortex range with The Master and TARDIS set. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 , Shane Cook, Al Dewar we discuss the decisions made about the new figure in the range and some of the challenges faced along the way. The wonderful workmanship of Ed Barnett Ward and Andrew Teal combined for this release. What better way than to get it straight from the man himself! Sit back and enjoy another fun episode.Check out some exclusive images in relation to this set and its journey.We also chat to Al about his latest visit to the BFI and the screening of Terror of the Zygons and a bit of a chat about the range moving forward and what could have been!https://www.youtube.com/@TheDocMD74?sub_confirmation=1#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

In this episode of Who Cave Conversations we chat with creator of the animated series SAFFRON, Paul Thomas that was supposed to air on British television in the 90’s but through a set of circumstances it was not to be. However with the assistance of REELTIME Pictures and Keith Barnfather he was able to help bring it to life and to DVD for us to see with a Premiere launch event at Everyman Theatre. Fast forward to 2025 and I wished to share with Paul the story and evolution of SAFFRON with the help of actor Sophie Aldred, (Doctor Who, Corners, Big Finish) and musician/artist and author Alex Storer who kindly gives me permission to use his work on my productions.Check out the below linksFor Sophie Aldred:You can visit her website at: https://sophiealdred.com/Ace Jacket THE OUTSIDE STORY available to preorder: https://auk.direct/product/ace-jacket-the-outside-story/Ace Jacket THE INSIDE STORY while stocks last at the Who Shop: https://www.thewhoshop.com/ace-jacket-the-inside-storyFor the work of Paul Thomas:A link to the 3 EP's so far recorded on Bandcamp. https://zincharlequin1.bandcamp.com/SAFFRON Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Saffron-Cosmic/61560912118076/Another SAFFRON video track is on YouTube. It's called 'Hot Blues' and comes from the 'Saffronic!' EP.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0EF0c4cbKURegarding 'Rock 'N' Roll', here is a link to their latest adventure on Instagram This is their 16th caper. . https://www.instagram.com/p/DOTSgN4igu0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MTJsbnNuNzlrb2t3bA==Also, they appeared in the Salisbury Journal this week. Here is a link to the online version. https://www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/25455712.salisbury-animator-brings-back-rock-n-roll-cartoon/For the work of Alex Storer:Music by @thelightdreams with kind permission, for more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/You can find the work of Alex Storer and his many projects at https://thelightdreams.wordpress.com/Links for REELTIME Pictures DVD via Time Travel TV:https://timetraveltv.com/programme/600#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74

Join Who Cave Conversations as we take a look at the newest release from Character Options via B&M stores The Revenge of the Cybermen and the Dalek Set 20 from Remembrance of the Daleks. Join myself, Mark @TheDocMD74 in this brief overview of the sets for 2025. Also some bonus content of one of our latest chats with Ed Barnett-Ward, Shane Cook, Al Dewar and Andrew Teal as we discuss the original and the new release. What better way than to get it straight from the source. New Images of the the Cyberman set have been added now that it has been announced for you to get a closer look at them.#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my YouTube channel or audio streaming services with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Episode Five - Part Two of Classic Who figures, continue on the Character journey with myself, @TheDocMD74 and Shane as we discuss and look back in a big fourth episode at the inception of the character options range of toys and figures that we have all come to love today. The Classics had arrived, action figures galore and a plethora of items to chose from, anything and everything, all your childhood favourites. This episode was too big for one episode so it is in 2 parts.Also Joined by, Sculptor and figure creator Andrew Teal. Exclusive images for our viewers. Join us with Al Dewar and Ed Barnett-Ward as we look at the early days of the Classics and how it all came about.With the impending release of the new Cybermen set we revisit the original release and also discuss some information about the upcoming set, be sure to check it out.#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Episode Four - Part One - Classic Who figures, continue on the Character journey with myself, @TheDocMD74 and Shane as we discuss and look back in a big fourth episode at the inception of the character options range of toys and figures that we have all come to love today. The Classics had arrived, action figures galore and a plethora of items to chose from, anything and everything, all your childhood favourites. This episode was too big for one episode so it will be released in 2 parts.Also Joined by, Sculptor and figure creator Andrew Teal. Exclusive images for our viewers. Join us with Al Dewar and Ed Barnett-Ward as we look at the early days of the Classics and how it all came about.Question time and discussions about the B&M range and snippets of information about an upcoming set, be sure to check it out.#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my YouTube channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Episode Three -Classic Who the beginning, continue on the Character journey with myself, @TheDocMD74 and Shane as we discuss and look back in a big third episode at the inception of the character options range of toys and figures that we have all come to love today. The Classics had arrived, action figures galore and a plethora of items to chose from, anything and everything, all your childhood favourites. Also Joined By Dave Turbitt who used to work on approvals for the BBC Doctor Who range, Sculptor and figure creator Andrew Teal. Exclusive images and another little video just for our viewers. Join us with Al Dewar and Ed Barnett-Ward as we look at the early days of the Classics and how it all came about.#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my Youtube or Apple Podcasts channel with more content to come.Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Episode Two -The Tennant Effect, continue on the Character journey with myself, @TheDocMD74 and Shane as we discuss and look back in a big second episode at the inception of the character options range of toys and figures that we have all come to love today. This is where it really all started to kick off. Action figures galore and a plethora of items to chose from, anything and everything. We even look at some interesting choices in figures from back then and the logic behind them including Destroyed Cassandra. What better way than to tell the story with a couple of people who were the from the beginning. We look at Prototypes of figures that did not make production and even exclusive images and a little video just for our viewers. Join us with Al Dewar and Ed Barnett-Ward as we look at the initial challenges and decisions made as from the explosion of the loveable David Tennant. If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my YouTube channel and other platforms with more content to come.#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/

Hi everyone - Episode One, come on a journey with myself, @TheDocMD74 and Shane as we discuss and look back in a big bumper first episode at the inception of the Character Options range of toys and figures that we have all come to love today. Starting at the beginning with Series one in 2005 and the initial wave of products including the Wave 1 figures. What better way than to tell the story with a couple of people who were the from the beginning. Join us with Al Dewar and Ed Barnett-Ward as we look at the initial challenges and decisions made and how it all came about. The first in a series of videos going back through the range until the range of today! Next time we look at Series 2 and 3 range along with some other Who chatter.If you enjoyed this video please Like and subscribe to my YouTube channel with more content to come.#WhoCaveConversations#TheDocMD74Music by @thelightdreams used with kind permission. For more information visit: https://thelightdreams.bandcamp.com/