• More favourite bits and deleted scenes
    Jun 29 2025

    We're having a little summer break, so please enjoy another compilation of some of our favourite bits and deleted scenes that didn't make the episode's the first time. We'll be back with regularly scheduled content soon.


    Who is Burning Bill the Gecko? What happens just off-screen in Oppenheimer? Does David know what an eclipse is? Which Doctor can dunk? How about an X-rated K9 spin-off? What happens when Michelle Gomez goes improv mode? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod

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    20 mins
  • The missing Anniversary: What happened to Lost in the Dark Dimension?
    Jun 16 2025

    On this solo investigation David delves into the mystery of Lost in the Dark Dimension, Doctor Who's missing anniversary special. It's a story of egos and mismanagement that makes The Reality War look like Hamlet.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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    13 mins
  • The Well
    Jun 1 2025

    On this episode we're getting well into the depths of series 15's horror classic, The Well.


    Does this episode benefit from being a sequel to Midnight? Why does David love quarries? How heartbreaking is Rose Ayling-Ellis' performance? Did the wirework union step in here? Does ambiguity enhance a story? And are we ready for Doctor Who and the Mystery of the Crucified Skeleton? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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    37 mins
  • Lux
    May 18 2025

    On this episode we're luxuriating in the madness of series 15's second story, Lux.


    Trigger warning for discussions of racism.

    Is this episode about the importance of human connection? Does David know what an eclipse is? How perfect is Alan Cumming as Mr Ring-a-Ding? How long does a conclave last? Can you go too meta with Doctor Who? Will Tom die on Mount Everest? What is RTD trying to say through the Doctor Who fans? How did the emperor return? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • We lost our minds over Mrs Flood Theories
    May 11 2025

    On this little bonus episode, David takes Tom through his top Mrs Flood conspiracy theories. Is she the Rani? Is she a god? Is she no one of particular note? Get ready to get hype, or if you're hearing this later, get ready to laugh at how silly we were because she was obviously Tara from the Androids of Tara.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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    20 mins
  • The Robot Revolution
    Apr 29 2025

    On this episode we're revolting against our usual format to discuss the Season 15 opener, The Robot Revolution.


    Is this an effective season opener? Do we need more dead cats? Does RTD handle incels and coercion appropriately? What about K9's X-rated spin-off? What do we think of the spiky Doctor-Belinda dynamic? Is David an American sleeper agent? Why do we love retrofuturism? And could we be dealing with a god of stories? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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    46 mins
  • The Rings of Akhaten
    Apr 13 2025

    On this episode we're offering up our opinions on series 7's song-filled story, The Rings of Akhaten.

    What does the ending say about potential? Will the cashless economy defeat Akhaten? What should Doctor Who mean to kids? How much is it to rent a moped? Is the Doctor kind of the villain of series 7? Where did Clara's dad buy that leaf? Also the Doctor and Clara definitely killed all those people. Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Dimensions in Time Loop (2025)
    Mar 30 2025

    Welcome to the first of what will be our yearly tradition - The Dimensions in Time Loop, where we lose our minds over Doctor Who's bizarre Eastenders crossover, Dimensions in Time (1993).


    Why does Kate O' Mara take this so seriously? Did Mandy steal the vote from Big Ron? Does quality matter in a charity special? How does Doctor Gun fit into this? What was the impact of DiT? Is K9 barred from the pub? Was it Sir Ian McKellen? Answers to all these questions on this episode of Always Foolish.


    Always Foolish is a positive Doctor Who podcast, about finding things we like in episodes we don't. We pick out our favourite bits for these stories, and suggest quick fixes to some common critiques.


    Please, listen, share and rate the show. It really helps. Follow us and get in touch on Instagram alwaysfoolishpodcast, TikTok @alwaysfoolishpod, and YouTube @alwaysfoolishpod.

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    30 mins