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About The Sonic Newsdriver Podcast
"Doctor Who related news, delivered to you sonically!"
A podcast with a focus on Doctor Who related news is presented in a format that makes it easy to digest with episodes running anywhere between 10 to 20 minutes in length presented in a witty and fun way.
Produced and hosted by Louis Trapani @LouisTrapani
Below are links to the feeds, promo, and more for The Sonic Newsdriver.
Sonic Newsdriver (30 August 2012) - Doctor Who News
The Sonic Newsdriver 20120830
Selected Doctor Who related news delivered sonically.
For Earth-date: Thursday, the 30th of August 2012
In this episode: First Things First, Get a Life - A Pond Life, An Adventure in Space and Time, Regenderation, The Rani? and more!
Hosted by Louis Trapani • @LouisTrapani
A Classic Interview with the Late Mary Tamm, The Mythological Dimensions of Neil Gaiman Interviewed in Doctor Who: Podshock 276
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 276
Running Time: 2:02:42
A classic interview with Mary Tamm (Romana 1), 'The Mythological Dimensions of Neil Gaiman' Editors Anthony S. Burdge and Jessica Burke, plus other Doctor Who related news, feedback (Blue Box Bill, John M, Ruth Kubierschky, Stephen), and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Dave Cooper, Ian Bisset, and Taras Hnatyshyn, with Chuck Rabb.
Caroline John Dies at 71, We Discuss Fan's Favourite Doctor Who "Monsters," news, feedback and more in Doctor Who: Podshock 273
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 273
Running Time: 1:51:46
Caroline John (Liz Shaw) dies, Fan's favourite Doctor Who "Monsters," plus Doctor Who related news, feedback (D Scott 750, Justin from Ohio, Greg from Florida, BlueBox Bill), and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Dave Cooper, and Ian Bisset.
An Interview with Jon Preddle, News, Feedback, and More in Doctor Who: Podshock 271
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 271
Running Time: 2:17:11
A special double-length episode: Jon Preddle (author of Timelink, BroaDWcast), plus Doctor Who related news, feedback (Justin from Ohio, Whoviac, Michael House), and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Dave Cooper, and Ian Bisset.
We Review the Doctor Who DVD - The Invisible Enemy in Doctor Who: Podshock 270
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 270
Running Time: 1:42:29
We review the Doctor Who DVD - The Invisible Enemy, plus Doctor Who related news, feedback (Keith), and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Dave Cooper, and Ian Bisset.
Doctor Who in NYC and Other News Plus Feedback Are Included in Doctor Who: Podshock 269
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 269
Running Time: 1:35:08
Doctor Who related news, feedback (Gary, Scott, Blue Box Bill), and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Dave Cooper, and Taras Hnatyshyn.
Scream of the Shalka is Reviewed in Doctor Who: Podshock 267
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 267
Running Time: 2:00:50
The 'original 9th Doctor' story, Doctor Who: Scream of the Shalka is reviewed, Gallifrey One 2012 recap, I-CON 31 preview, news, feedback, and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Ken Deep, and Graeme Sheridan.
Doctor Who and Star Trek Crossing Over Again, Doctor Who news, and more in Doctor Who: Podshock 266
Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 266
Running Time: 1:25:58
Doctor Who crossing over into Star Trek, convention updates, news, feedback (Greg, Toby, Rob), late breaking news about Paul McGann, and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani and Dave Cooper.
Doctor Who and the Silurians is Reviewed and the Conclusion of the Frazer Hines Interview in Doctor Who: Podshock 265
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 265
Running Time: 1:55:13
Classic Jon Pertwee story, 'Doctor Who and the Silurians' DVD is reviewed, parts 3 and 4 of the Frazer Hines interview series (concludes), news, and more. Hosted by Louis Trapani, Ken Deep, and Dave Cooper.
Lalla Ward Interviewed and The Romans Reviewed in Doctor Who: Podshock 263
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 263
Running Time: 1:00:44
A classic interview with Lalla Ward (Romana II), The Romans reviewed, news (a Pond Farewell), feedback (Greg in FL), and more! A DWP holiday episode. Hosted by Louis Trapani.
Episodes Are Back in The Sonic Newsdriver Companion App
We are pleased to report that all the episodes and other content are once again available in the The Sonic Newsdriver Companion App (for iOS and Android). There had been an issue previously reported in which no content was appearing in the app after attempting to get our most recent episode posted to the app. These issues seemed to be resolved now and the app should work as intended now. If you encounter any problems, please let us know.
Sonic Newsdriver (8 July 2011) - Doctor Who News
The Sonic Newsdriver 20110708
Selected Doctor Who related news delivered sonically.
For Earth-date: Friday, the 8th of July 2011
In this episode: Torchwood Comes to Starz on Friday, John Barrowman as the Doctor, Speaking of Kilts, A Doctor - Not The Doctor in Torchwood, Great Leaping Doctors - Batman, Farewell to Beth Willis, Doctor Who is on for 2012 or is it and more!
Hosted by Louis Trapani • @LouisTrapani
Sonic Newsdriver (30 April 2011) - Doctor Who News
The Sonic Newsdriver 20110430
Selected Doctor Who related news delivered sonically.
For Earth-date: Saturday, the 30th of Apr. 2011
In this episode: Another Great Loss in the Doctor Who Community, It's a Miracle… Day, Another Prequel - but it's not, Jack is Back, Royal Shomyal, Doctor Who Breaks BBC America Records, Don't You Forget About Me, Doctor Who on Crackle, and more!
Plus a special bonus episode included in the podcast companion app only.
Elisabeth Sladen's Passing, Report on the NYC 2011 Premiere Event in Doctor Who: Podshock 243
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Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 243
Running Time: 1:39:24
Elisabeth Sladen's passing and other Doctor Who news, Anthony S Burdge and Jessica Burke report on the Doctor Who 2011 NYC Premiere event, feedback, and more.
Hosted by Louis Trapani ( @LouisTrapani ), Ken Deep ( @kendeep ), and James Naughton ( @JamesNaughton )




















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