No… It’s Not Doctor Who!

David Gillespie-Pratt

The podcast where my guests, who are usually fans of Doctor Who come and talk about something completely different! The idea is while our favourite science fiction programme is having a rest, it’s time to see what other TV shows, old and maybe new are out there and worth trying out. Each episode, a special guest will come along and talk about one of their favourite TV shows and we’ll explore why it’s worth your time.

  1. Doctor Korczak and the Children with Toby Hadoke

    3d ago

    Doctor Korczak and the Children with Toby Hadoke

    This week Toby Hadoke and I take a trip back to 1962 for an edition of the BBC Drama anthology series Studio 4 - Doctor Korczak and the Children. Doctor Who fans might be familiar opening moments of this TV play as we see Paddy Russell, later to direct The Massacre and more, greet the actors. And that should let you know that this play is something quite different. No sets, no costumes. Just the actors and a sad story from World War 2. This was a fascinating play to watch and discuss in depth with Toby as well as further thoughts on drama and the world we live in today. Lessons from history are tough and so are the lessons in this play.

    1h 55m
  2. Thunderbirds with Chris Gillespie-Pratt

    May 25

    Thunderbirds with Chris Gillespie-Pratt

    This week sees another first time podcaster join the series and a very special guest as well as it's my husband Chris Gillespie-Pratt who's come to talk to me about all things Thunderbirds as well as the wider world created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. We look at what makes Thunderbirds so special, why the music is absolutely key to the series success and why the model work is absolutely incredible. We also mention Anthea Turner and the ill fated live action film but hopefully not in too much detail!

    1h 44m
  3. Tenko with Mark Dodyk

    May 18

    Tenko with Mark Dodyk

    After a couple of weeks in the land of sitcoms it's time to return to the world of drama and this time it's one of the most critically acclaimed dramas of the 1980s. And it's one that doesn't get talked about anywhere near as much as it should. Tenko is phenomenal but also at the same time devastating. Mark Dodyk joins me this week as we explore all three series and the wealth of fantastic characters we are introduced to. Though no doubt there'll be someone we forgot to mention! Tenko is a powerful drama and one that Mark and I hope to persuade you to give a try.

    2h 16m
  4. One Foot in the Grave with Si Hart

    May 11

    One Foot in the Grave with Si Hart

    "4291..." Often hailed as one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, One Foot in the Grave is more than just your average sitcom. In this week's episode Si Hart joins me to tell me why this is one of his favourite TV shows of all time. We explore the light and dark themes of the series, the genius that is Mrs Warboys, what happens in that final episode and most importantly of all... Is Victor Meldrew actually in the right?

    1h 56m
  5. dinnerladies with Rod Brown

    May 4

    dinnerladies with Rod Brown

    dinnerladies (the lack of a capital letter there is deliberate - listen to find out why) is one of Victoria Wood's finest pieces of television. And considering her long career, that really is something. This week I'm joined by Rod Brown as we explore his love for Wood's writing, what makes this series such a success and why if you've never given it a chance, then now is the right time. Also why is the name Urmston funny?

    1h 41m
  6. Cracker with Gareth Bowley

    Apr 27

    Cracker with Gareth Bowley

    This week's pick offers something very different from the series discussed previously. And we're off to explore some very dark and mature themes. But Cracker isn't all heavy and serious as we discover and there is some light within the dark. I'm joined by Gareth Bowley to look at this classic 90s crime drama but can we crack the secret of its success in time? And will we explain the Scunthorpe reference? There's only one way to find out

    1h 42m
  7. Star Trek: The Next Generation (Season 1) with Dylan Rees

    Apr 20

    Star Trek: The Next Generation (Season 1) with Dylan Rees

    It's fair to say that the first season of Star Trek: The Next Generation does not have the best of reputations. But on this week's edition of No... It's Not Doctor Who my guest Dylan Rees and I decide to see if that reputation is deserved or not. And the answer might surprise you! So beam on board as we delve into the first 25 episodes of a science fiction classic as we look at the best of what the season has to offer. We also discuss Code of Honor (or should that be Code of Honour?)

    1h 31m
  8. Grange Hill (Series 1 to 6) with Dan Hollingsworth

    Apr 13

    Grange Hill (Series 1 to 6) with Dan Hollingsworth

    The school bell is ringing which means that it's the start of a new term! Either that or we're about to start discussing Grange Hill. Or at least some of it. Dan Hollingsworth returns with another series with over 600 episodes though thankfully this time we're only cover the first part. So what is the appeal of this long running school drama? Who are the star pupils? Will we get sent to Mrs McClusky's office? And most importantly, is Roland Browning the best character ever written?

    2h 9m
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The podcast where my guests, who are usually fans of Doctor Who come and talk about something completely different! The idea is while our favourite science fiction programme is having a rest, it’s time to see what other TV shows, old and maybe new are out there and worth trying out. Each episode, a special guest will come along and talk about one of their favourite TV shows and we’ll explore why it’s worth your time.

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  • Creator
    David Gillespie-Pratt
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Gillespie-Pratt
  • Show Website
    No… It’s Not Doctor Who!

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