Doctor Who: DWO Whocast
| Hosted by | Paul Wilson (2006–2008, 2010) Sebastian J. Brook (2006–2008, 2010) Trevor Gensch (2008–2010) Michael Gilroy-sinclair (2008-2009) Siobahn (Tony) Gallichan (2008, 2011-2012) Marty Perrett (2009–2010) James Rockliffe (2009-2010) Tom Attah (2010) Cameron K. McEwan (2011-2012) David Keep (2011-2012) Mark James (2011-2012) |
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| Genre | Science fiction |
| Updates | Weekly |
| Length | 25-50 minutes |
| Audio format |
MP3 AAC |
| Original release | 23 April 2006 – Ongoing |
| Website |
Main website Libsyn Podcast Alley Podcast Blaster |
Doctor Who: DWO WhoCast (commonly known as The Whocast, but officially titled Doctor Who Podcast: DWO WhoCast) is a weekly podcast which discusses the British science fiction series Doctor Who. This podcast is notable because it is the most popular Doctor Who Podcast worldwide as shown within the independent iTunes. The podcast is produced by Doctor Who Online which is a Doctor Who fan website based in the United Kingdom by Sebastian J. Brook and Paul A.T. Wilson.
The Whocast was started in April 2006, during the original run of Series 2 of Doctor Who, by Paul A.T. Wilson in conjunction with a Doctor Who meeting group based in London. Although the early episodes could be considered somewhat derivative of both Podcast Who and Podshock it soon established its own style, with very much a British slant. Also due to its location, the Podcast was able to start featuring interviews with actors and production staff from both the current and classic series.
In September 2006, The Whocast teamed up with Doctor Who Online, with a significant format change and the addition of a co-host, Sebastian J. Brook. With the format change, the podcast attracted more listeners and experienced a dramatic growth in listenership.
In May 2007, The DWO Whocast: DWO TorchCast was rated 4/5 by SciFiNow Magazine. In December 2007, The DWO Whocast was rated 5/5 by SciFiNow Magazine and podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now". In January 2008, The DWO Whocast: Sarah Jane Adventures Mini-Cast was rated 4/5 by SciFiNow Magazine, the podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".
In Episode #66, which was released on 21 April 2008, Paul and Seb hosted their last DWO WhoCast, stating that time was one of the reasons behind the recent drought in WhoCast episodes. Their successors as of Episode #67 were Trevor Gensch (from the MMM Commentaries and Fantragic podcasts) and Tony Gallichan. The handover was smooth with a touching signoff from Paul and Seb 'walking off into the sunset' as the new presenters introduce themselves. Paul and Seb have since stated they are working even closer together as they redesign the main Doctor Who Online website.
In June 2008, The DWO Whocast was rated 4/5 by SFX Magazine (Issue #171). In Episode #99, it was announced that Tony would not be continuing with the WhoCast.
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