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Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

Hosted by Jim Allenby · tv · EN · 186 episodes

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A Doctor Who podcast that invites you to discuss your favourite or recommended things from the world of Doctor Who.Music is by Aaron BestPodcast artwork is by Steve Mellor

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What is Doctor Who: What's In The Box? about?

A Doctor Who podcast that invites you to discuss your favourite or recommended things from the world of Doctor Who. Music is by Aaron BestPodcast artwork is by Steve Mellor

Who hosts Doctor Who: What's In The Box??

Doctor Who: What's In The Box? is hosted by Jim Allenby. The show has published 186 episodes to date.

What has Doctor Who: What's In The Box? covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Season 25- Episode 4 - Silver Nemesis" (17 October 2026, 96 minutes), "Season 25- Episode 3 - The Happiness Patrol" (10 October 2026, 98 minutes), and "Season 25- Episode 2 - Remembrance of the Daleks (Parts 3 & 4)" (3 October 2026, 75 minutes).

How often does Doctor Who: What's In The Box? publish?

Doctor Who: What's In The Box? publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 82 minutes across 186 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Doctor Who: What's In The Box??

Booking probability for Doctor Who: What's In The Box? is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Doctor Who: What's In The Box? requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Doctor Who: What's In The Box?'s contact route on record: verified email.

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Jim Allenby hosts Doctor Who: What's In The Box?, a tv show with 186 episodes published.

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  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 25- Episode 4 - Silver Nemesis

    Oct 17, 20261h 36m

    It's 1988 and we're riding on the back of time to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Doctor Who! Liam joins Jeff and I as we talk Courtney Pine, Cybermen, Skinheads and Sylv. It's the wonderful "Silver Nemesis"! You can...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 25- Episode 3 - The Happiness Patrol

    Oct 10, 20261h 38m

    This week Jeff and I are tackling all three parts of The Happiness Patrol. A story, once derided by some fans, that has undergone a bit of a renaissance. It's an important story with a very important message... You can...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 25- Episode 2 - Remembrance of the Daleks (Parts 3 & 4)

    Oct 3, 20261h 15m

    Our journey continues with Parts 3 and 4 of this epic story! We’re introduced to the special weapons Dalek. We have a scary schoolgirl. Epic Dalek battles! And does Roy Tromelly manage to bring the Emperor to life? You...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 25- Episode 1 - Remembrance of the Daleks (Parts 1 & 2)

    Sep 26, 20261h 21m

    We are back - it's season 25 and we're talking all-things Daleks with the lovely Dan Pinn. This is where my fandom began. It's 1988, I'm six years old and it's parts one and two of Remembrance of the Daleks! You can...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 13 - Time-Flight (Parts 3 & 4)

    Sep 19, 20261h 57m

    Well, we're finally here - parts 3 and 4 of Time-Flight - and I'm joined by Daniel and Jeff as we say goodbye to the 5th Doctor (for now) and discuss a lot of stuff that isn't Time-Flight...With added extras and a...

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  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 12 - Time-Flight (Parts 1 & 2)

    Sep 12, 20261h 4m

    The finale of season 19 is here! It's Time-Flight. Today we're joined by the lovely Daniel Knight as we tackle parts one and two. But fear not...whilst the story may not be the greatest, we certainly have a lot of fun...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 11 - Earthshock (Parts 3 & 4)

    Sep 5, 20261h 9m

    Today Si joins us again as we tackle parts 3 and 4 of Earthshock, in which we discuss how utterly brilliant the Cybermen are and bid a sad farewell - in the most dramatic fashion - to Adric... You can find Si on...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 10 - Earthshock (Parts 1 & 2)

    Aug 29, 20261h 2m

    This week we're joined once again by Si Hart as he talks about a story he's never discussed anywhere before - it's the shockingly good Earthshock. Parts 1 and 2 are under the microscope today... You can find Si on...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 9 - Black Orchid

    Aug 22, 20261h 30m

    This week we're joined by the lovely Melvin Peña as we delve into this very different story. Who loves it? Who hates it? Who sits in the middle? And who was born on the broadcast date of part 2...? You can find Melvin...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 8 - The Visitation (Parts 3 & 4)

    Aug 15, 20261h 33m

    We're back with Lucy for parts 3 and 4 of The Visitation, celebrating what is, for all three of us, quite a favourite. But we also talk about the future of Doctor Who and, of all things, Star Wars and Midsomer...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 7 - The Visitation (Parts 1 & 2)

    Aug 8, 20261h 5m

    This week, the lovely Lucy McCaul joins us as we travel back to the 17th century and encounter bejewelled androids, thespians, the plague, and a new alien race... It's parts 1 and 2 of The Visitation! You can find Lucy...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 6 - Kinda (Parts 3 & 4)

    Aug 1, 20261h 27m

    This week: parts 3 and 4 of Kinda, in which we discuss how wonderful Nerys Hughes is, how perfect Simon Rouse is, and share the love for this excellent story! You can find Rod on: Twitter: @who_rod Bluesky...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 5 - Kinda (Parts 1 & 2)

    Jul 25, 20261h 27m

    We've reached a true Davison classic. Rod joins Jeff and me to discuss parts 1 and 2 of Kinda - a story full of haunting imagery and hidden depths. No spoilers, but we love this one! You can find Rod on: Twitter...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 4 - Four To Doomsday (Parts 3 & 4)

    Jul 18, 20261h 27m

    This week: parts 3 and 4 of Four to Doomsday. Rod has two episodes to make Jim walk into the sea and change his name to Maggie. Will he succeed, or will Jim swear off the story for good? And can Jeff be swayed? You can...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 3 - Four To Doomsday (Parts 1 & 2)

    Jul 11, 20261h 25m

    In one corner: Jim and Jeff, united in their dislike of this story. In the other corner: Rod, a lone voice insisting it's brilliant. Can the man with the bus win us over? Parts 1 and 2 are here... You can find Rod on...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 2 - Castrovalva (Parts 3 & 4)

    Jul 4, 202657 min

    We're back for parts three and four of Castrovalva, and Liam once again joins Jeff and I as we discuss the freshness of the series, the strength of its leading man...and some cracking hats! Oh, and..."MY WEBBBBBB!!!!"...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 19 - Episode 1 - Castrovalva (Parts 1 & 2)

    Jun 27, 20261h 6m

    The season 19 commentaries start here, and Liam and Jeff join me as we tackle Parts One and Two of Peter Davison's debut - Castrovalva! Who will mention Adric's "excitement" first, and who on Earth is Basil?!! You can...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 18 - Special - K9 & Companny

    Jun 20, 20261h 25m

    This week the lovely Melvin joins Jeff and I as we are brutally honest about Doctor Who's first spin-off. Will we find anything to love in this one AT ALL?! Look out for 10 minutes of random stuff after the credits as...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Unplanned - Episode 6: Men's Health Week

    Jun 16, 20261h 36m

    It's Men's Health Week in the UK, and in this special episode of WITB Unplanned Rod, Jeff and myself get together for a chat about mental health, our struggles, difficult topics, comfort Doctor Who and beyond... You can...

  • Doctor Who: What's In The Box?

    Season 18 - Episode 14 - Logopolis (Parts 3 & 4)

    Jun 13, 20261h 18m

    It's the end...but has the moment been prepared for? Jason joins us once again for the final two parts of Tom Baker's final story. Is this a classic? Is this the first real regeneration story? And will Jason challenge...

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