WHINECAST-The End of 2011

The new year is almost upon us and we at 'All of Whine and Space' are preparing ourselves for one of those New Years shindig affairs.

Listen to our hopes, dreams, fears and predictions of a party which will be kicking off in under 24 hours. Pack your party bags, because tonight is gonna be a large one!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whinecast-end-of-2011


Happy New Year!

WHINECAST-Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Not just that, also, it's the time of the year when we get to enjoy the Doctor Who Christmas special!

In this special Christmas day podcast, we review this years' Xmas special and cast our minds to the future, with series 7.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whinecast-the-doctor-the-widow-and-the-wardrobe-

We hope you enjoy!

Merry Christmas from @billowl and @ChrisSykes108

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #25- 'Exodus, Part 3'

Well, it's finally here! The season 1 finale of the Lost Rewatch is here and getting all up in your business.

We hope you enjoy and we would like to thank all of our listeners for sticking with us for this long!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-exodus-part-3-

WARNING- This episode may feature one of the cruellest cliffhangers in television history.

WHINECAST- Talking S**t

It's that time of the week, folks, so strap yourself up and grab your laxatives- as this week we discuss our unique, individual approach to bowel movements....and also some other stuff.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whinecast-talking-s-t

We hope you enjoy!

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BlogalongaBond- 'For Your Eyes Only'

Christmas time is upon us, so that of course means we are on for some MOORE sultry Jimmy Bond action. This month, Rodge comes back to earth with a bang and finds himself confusingly back in a world where people give a shit about what is happening around them. This may or may not be a good thing.

We hope you enjoy our thoroughly MOOREtastic podcast!

'For Your Eyes Only' commentary

WARNING-This film may feature a man who looks every minute of his 54 years making out with a 17-year old ice skater. We're so, so sorry.

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

More Bond

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #24- 'Exodus, Part 2'

Well, here we go again! Season 2 is drawing ever nearer! Don't forget you can subscribe to the Lost Rewatch Podcast, and the whole 'All of Whine and Space' catalogue, on iTunes for FREESIES.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-exodus-part-2-

WARNING- this episode may feature a lot of bollocking on about the 'others'.

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #23- 'Exodus, Part 1'

Sweet saucers of milk! Not only in the new Lost Rewatch Podcast here, not only is it multi-centric but, by God, it's also the first part of the delightful three part finale of season one!


If you've been with us all this way then we are very thankful!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-exodus-part-1-

WARNING- This episode may contain a faithful hound.

WHINECAST- The Corporation

It's sunday night, so it's time to cheer yourself up with another WHINECAST!

This week, we discuss the many wonderful, horrific, memorable, vague, epic, apocalyptic nights out that we've had over the years in sheffield alternative rock club 'Corp'.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whinecast-the-corporation

This one goes out to anyone who's ever been foolish enough to try a quad-vod and lived to tell the tale of it!

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BlogalongaPotter

Welcome to BlogalongaPotter!

Over the next eight months, @billowl and @ChrisSykes108 will be recording a podcast commentary, month by month, for each of the Harry Potter films and we want YOU to join us!

Each month we'll focus on a different film and we want you to send us blogs, podcasts, fan art and everything in between, as we make BlogalongaPotter a place to critique, analyse and celebrate both the films AND the books. Make it funny, serious, depressing, uplifting-anything goes!


December kicks off with our podcast for 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/blogalonga-potter-harry-potter-and-the-philosopher-s-stone-

We'd like to give major thanks to @IncredibleSuit and @MovieEvangelist for pioneering the 'Blogalong' concept and highly suggest you follow them on twitter for updates about their wonderful blogs!


We hope you enjoy, comment and join in!

Send any contributions you have to allofwhineandspace@hotmail.co.uk

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #22- 'Born to Run'

As the season finale draws ever closer, it's time to stop off with old freckles face for more of her fugitive shenanigans. Join us as we discuss the Kate-stravaganza that is 'Born to Run'!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-born-to-run-

WARNING-This episode may contain Kate's bullshit plan to steal someone's identity

Enjoy!

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #21- 'The Greater Good'

So, we're zooming in on the end of season one, but before we get to the explosive climax, it's time to check out Sayid bagging around Sydney and getting involved in typical Sayid scrapes like torture, manipulation, bombs and suicides.

Enjoy this motherlover to the max!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-the-greater-good-

WARNING-This episode may feature Sayid being shrewd, like a foxy lion.

WHINECAST-Bah, humbug?

It's Sunday night, so it's time for another WHINECAST. This week, we discuss the oncoming storm that is christmas and whether it makes us feel happy, sad or middle.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-bah-humbug-

We hope you enjoy!

BlogalongaBond- 'Moonraker'

Well, better late than never!

It may be December, so we may have missed our window, but hell, we just love 'Moonraker' so damn much that we couldn't help ourselves.

If you listen to one WHINECAST this year, make it this one!

'Moonraker' commentary

Enjoy!

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

Attempt re-entry with this Blu Ray!

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #20- 'Do No Harm'

Reet then!

Seems like it's time for Dr. Giggles to make a comeback! Let's see if his crack medical skillz are enough to save the life of young Mr. Boone!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-do-no-harm

We hope you enjoy!

WARNING- This episode may cause you to wonder what your blood type is

WHINECAST- Doncaster

Fee-fie-foe-fum, I smell the...smell of a reasonably amusing podcast.

This week, the two of us discuss one of the worst nights of our life and how it has forever shaped our lives for years to come.

We hope you feel ALL the feelings!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-doncaster

Enjoy!

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #19- 'Deus Ex Machina'

STOP THE PRESS.

The NEW Lost Rewatch Podcast is FINALLY here. This time, we discuss the wonderful and sexy 'Deus Ex Machina', staring old Jonny Locke.

We hope you enjoy!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-deus-ex-machina

WARNING-This episode may contain random paralysis

WHINECAST- Dissecting 'The Human Centipede 2'

Uh oh.

We've finally taken the plunge and decided to view 'The Human Centipede 2'! We've also decided that we shouldn't be the ones having all the fun, so we enlisted the lovely Polly once again to join us in a post-film discussion!

Spoilers abound!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-the-human-centipede-ii

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #18- 'Numbers'

Seems like its time for another big episode! Yes, this week lovable, huggable Hugo finally gets a centric episode and, boy, it's an important one in the context of the whole show.

Not since 'Special' have we gone off on one quite so spectacularly!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-numbers

WARNING-This episode may contain Hurley's incredibly annoying mother, who he should probably just cut all ties with, based on the way she speaks to him.

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #17- '...In Translation'

Well, looks like its time for old Mister Jin to step up to the plate-and good for him!

In this episode we will be discussing '...In Translation'. We'll laugh, we'll cry, we'll shrug.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-in-translation

WARNING- This episode includes the rare sport known as 'Angry Rock Golf'.

WHINECAST- Doctor Who: The Movie

Well well!

News broke tonight that David Yates, director of the final four Harry Potter movies is going to be helming a Doctor Who movie unrelated to the current TV show. Being the big Whovians that we are, we decided to slam our thoughts down in audio form on this special podcast.

We hope you enjoy!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-special-the-doctor-who-movie

WHINECAST- The Perverted Film

Hello!

It's time for another of our lovely chats to go live in the shape of a WHINECAST. This week, we discuss 'The Human Centipede 2' in relation to censorship-so buckle up, it's gonna be a bumpy ride!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-05-the-prevented-film

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The Lost Rewatch Podcast #16- 'Outlaws'

Many apologies, listeners!

As you'll probably have realised, the podcast for this ep actually went up on Friday, but sadly we didn't get chance to do the blog post before right this second. If you haven't listened yet we hope you enjoy the Sawyer-centric 'Outlaws'!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-outlaws-

WARNING-This episode may contain the T-1000

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #15- 'Homecoming'

Sweet, sweet angels!

The new Lost Rewatch Podcast is here and it's all about the Charlie centric 'Homecoming'!

Enjoy and, for God's sake, be safe.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-homecoming-

WARNING- This episode may feature a man vomiting onto a completely impermeable surface inches from his face.

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #14- 'Special'

Well, here we are! We've got a treat in store for you this episode as the two of us gradually descend into madness as we try and work out what happened to the Walt storyline-we hope you enjoy!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-special-

WARNING-This episode may contain plotlines which later become irrelevant

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #13- 'Hearts and Minds'

Bonjour!

The brand new Lost Rewatch Podcast is here and being a right cheeky monkey. This time, we're going to be discussing the Boone centric 'Hearts and Minds'. We hope you enjoy our discussion as we finally enter into the second half of season one...it's going to be a wild ride from here to the finale, we hope you'll be with us for it!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-hearts-and-minds-

WARNING- This episode may contain an old bald man tying up a pretty young boy in the woods

WHINECAST- Bill's Origin

This a day that has been coming for a longtime! It's finally time for @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl to record a podcast that ain't got any of that Lost, Doctor Who or James Bond bullshit-this is pure us, just shooting the shit, talking about the issues of the day and reminiscing about our youth!

This week, we reveal the backstory behind Bill's nickname...and the truth shocks us all!

We also have a special guest this week, our delightful housemate, the talented Polly Allen.

Enjoy!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-04-bill-origin-

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #12- 'Whatever the Case May Be'

Jezebels!

The Lost Rewatch Podcast returns, this time with us discussing 'Whatever the Case May Be'-a Kate centric tale of planes, banks and locks.

We hope you enjoy it TOO much!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-whatever-the-case-may-be-

WARNING-This episode may feature a surprising lack of emphasis on the previous episodes' cliffhanger.

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #11- 'All the Best Cowboys Have Daddy Issues'

Oh yes!

It's that time again. Still your beating heart and get your knickers in a twist because this time we discuss the Jack centric-'All the Best Cowboys Have Daddy Issues'!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-all-the-best-cowboys-have-daddy-issues-

WARNING- This episode may contain rain prediction

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #10- 'Raised by Another'

We're back with you today presenting our brand new podcast for episode 10 of Season 1- the Claire-centric 'Raised by Another'.

We hope you enjoy!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-raised-by-another-



WARNING-This episode may contain faulty pens

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #9- 'Solitary'

Now then, now then. Looks like we're serving up a slice of Sayid filled Lost commentary action for you! We hope you enjoy your socks off.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-solitary-

WARNING-This episode may contain a music box

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #8- 'Confidence Man'

Ah...lovely, lovely Thursday. The day before Friday. As it's Thursday, it's a great excuse to investigate our new Lost Rewatch Podcast, in which we discuss the many delights of the Sawyer centric 'Confidence Man'.

We hope you enjoy it more than life itself!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-confidence-man-

Warning-This episode may contain a child's use of grammar.

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #7- 'The Moth'

Well well....looks like it's Monday, so no doubt you'll be needing something to alleviate those post weekend blues-and what better way to do that than by watching a sanitized version of a man going through heroin withdrawal?

This entry of the Lost Rewatch Podcast sees us discuss the Charlie centric 'The Moth'.

WARNING-This episode may contain metaphors

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-the-moth-

BlogalongaBond- 'The Spy Who Loved Me'

It's a brand spanking new month (October I believe) so that means it's time for a brand new Bond commentary! This month we discuss Roger Moore's legendary 'The Spy Who Loved Me'.

There are sharks!
There are shoot outs!
There are webbed fingers!
There are breasts!
There are jet skis!

'The Spy Who Loved Me' commentary

We hope you all enjoy!

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

Bond who loves me!

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #6- 'House of the Rising Sun'

We're back! Today's podcast focuses on episode 6 of season 1, the Sun-centric 'House of the Rising Sun'.

We hope you enjoy and, as ever, be sure to let us know what you think!

WARNING-This episode may contain caves

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-house-of-the-raising-sun-

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The Lost Rewatch Podcast #5- 'White Rabbit'

It's Monday, so that can only mean one thing-the new episode of the Lost Rewatch Podcast is here!

Listen as @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl give their thoughts on caves, waves, living together and, alternatively, dying alone.

WARNING- This episode may contain Jack's savior complex.

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-white-rabbit-

WHINECAST- Doctor Who - 'The Wedding of River Song'

Here it is!

@ChrisSykes108 and @billowl do a 30 minute podcast as they discuss their feeling's about the new Doctor Who finale, mere minutes after it aired!

WARNING-This podcast may contain eyepatches

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/whine-cast-03-wedding-bells

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #4- 'Walkabout'

Better late than never! After some technical difficulties we finally bring you Thursday's edition of the Lost Rewatch Podcast, in which we discuss 'Walkabout'.

We hope you enjoy it and pass it on to your friends, family and colleagues, despite their complete lack of interest!

http://whineandspace.libsyn.com/webpage/the-lost-rewatch-podcast-walkabout-

WARNING-This episode may contain the disabled.

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www.who-news.com

The lovely @Who_News has agreed to put a link to our Who themed podcasts up on his main page, which we're very grateful for!

In return, give the chap a hand and go and check out his wonderful Doctor Who site at the above address!

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The Lost Rewatch Podcast- 'Walkabout' -COMING SOON

Hey there listeners,

Just a quick note to say that the uploading of our podcast for 'Walkabout' is going to be delayed by 24 hours so that we have enough space on our podcasting account to not incur charges, so expect the episode to be live on Friday evening UK time.

Thanks for listening!




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WHINECAST- Doctor Who - 'Closing Time'

We're back!

After last weeks fiasco in which we recorded a podcast and lost it, we're here again to discuss this week's episode of Doctor Who- 'Closing Time'.

We're blabbermouths, so we came in at 30 minutes this week-we hope you'll have the patience to stick with us!

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The Lost Rewatch Podcast #3- 'Tabula Rasa'

Holy fugitive, Batman!

It's here. The Lost Rewatch Podcast continues with our ill informed, poorly thought out discussion of the Kate centric 'Tabula Rasa'

WARNING- this episode may contain freckles.

'Tabula Rasa' commentary

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

The Lost Rewatch Podcast #1 & #2- 'Pilot Part 1' and 'Pilot Part 2'

It's time to go back!

Today is the anniversary of the crash of Oceanic 815, which can only mean one thing. It's time for the Lost Rewatch Podcast to begin!

This entry is a double bill in two parts as @chrissykes108 and @billowl discuss the first two episodes of the series. We hope you enjoy listening!

'Pilot part 1' commentary

'Pilot part 2' commentary

The podcast is designed to be started just after you've pressed play, when the 'LOST' logo first appears.

Namaste!

WHINECAST- Doctor Who - 'The Girl Who Waited'

Well, we promised we'd do some recording on the new series of Doctor Who and here it is!

Listen below to our 25 minute podcast in which we discuss the most recent episode 'The Girl Who Waited'. We'll be back with you next week to discuss 'The God Complex'.

'The Girl Who Waited"

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

WE HAVE TO GO BACK.

On September 22nd 2011, @billowl and @ChrisSykes108 proudly bring you the Lost Rewatch Podcast- where two friends journey back to the island that caught all our imaginations back in 2004 (and subsequently lost many a person’s imaginations over the course of the following six seasons!).

@billowl and @ChrisSykes108 will be recording a podcast for every last goddamn episode of this iconic and controversial series, discussing the highs, the lows, the moments of inarguable genius and the erratic fumbles of a show which, if nothing else, always elicited passionate responses from those who saw it.

The point of our project isn’t going to be to sit there and bathe the show in constant, unreserved adulation. Rather it’s going to be two friends discussing what was, for six years, one of the biggest cultural touchstones of their lives and what stands as a testament to the possibilities and pitfalls of attempting to use the medium of TV to tell an ambitious, complex narrative over a long period of time. 

We’re going to be discussing what it was that grabbed so many people with Lost, what the decisions were that resulted in the mass tarnishing of its reputation mid-way through its run, the redemption of its later seasons and of course, the mixed responses to the show’s conclusion.

Ultimately, this is a way for two friends to relive one of the most interesting dramatic experiences of their youth and thus it’s a project we’re undertaking for the sheer pleasure of it. But half the fun of Lost was the unparalleled level of participation the show had with its online audience, so in the spirit of that, the Lost Rewatch Podcast would love to get as many other blogs and podcasts involved as possible-so whether you love Lost, hate it, or fell OUT of love with it we’d love you to be part of this- ‘cos nobody does it alone!

So, get ready to join us on a journey that MAY disappoint, but will NEVER be forgotten.

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The Lost Rewatch podcast will begin on September 22nd with a double bill as we discuss 'Pilot' parts 1 and 2 and will be followed by all new episodes every Monday and Thursday.

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BlongalongaBond-'The Man With The Golden Gun'

It's that time of the month again! @billowl and @ChrisSykes108 bring you their new @BlogalongaBond entry- the podcast commentary for 'The Man With The Golden Gun'!

Join us as old Rodge tackles third nipples, idotic blondes, loud mouthed sheriffs and the Prince of Darkness himself.

This podcast is intended to be started at the beginning of the 'gun barrel' sequence. Please note that 'All of Whine and Space' cannot be held responsible for the quality of the film you've chosen to watch.

'The Man With The Golden Gun' commentary

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

Bond!

BlogalongaBond- 'You Only Live Twice'

All of Whine and Space are taking advantage of 'You Only Live Twice' being on ITV in the UK on Saturday 3rd September and have uploaded their first ever audio commentary.

Please enjoy All of Whine and Space’s first footsteps into the world of commentary- hear their raw, confused and possibly inept stylings as they attempt to find their feet.

The fifth outing for both Bond and Connery is a trip to Japan where he faces beautiful women, Ernst Blofeld and ninjas!

This commentary should be started at the same time as the 'gun barrel' sequence begins.

Please Enjoy

'You Only Live Twice' commentary

You can follow the both of us on Twitter at @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl.

You can listen to our work on both iTunes, Stitcher and Podcastland by searching 'All of Whine and Space'. If you would like to leave us a review (hopefully 5 stars) on iTunes or Stitcher, we would be truly grateful.

Anyone for Bond?

BlogalongaBond- 'Live and Let Die'

Welcome to the first of many commentaries brought to you by "All of Whine and Space" as part of the wonderful 'Blogalongabond' project. Follow @BlogalongaBond on twitter for more sexy, sultry information.

Join @ChrisSykes108 and @billowl for a fun filled appraisal of Roger Moore's first mission as the British double O -James Bond!!!

This commentary is designed to be started at the same time as the 'gun barrel' sequence begins.

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'Live and Let Die' commentary


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The new Doctor Who episode reviewed! Our spoiler free take on 'Let's Kill Hitler'.

So, here’s the thing.

How do I write a review of the new episode of Doctor Who, the Steven Moffat penned Let’s Kill Hitler, without giving away the very thing that is, for me, making Moffat’s tenure as showrunner and head writer such a pleasure? More importantly, how do I write the review without incurring the wrath of The Moffster himself, as the forthright Scotsman has made it clear in no uncertain terms that he considers the proliferation of spoiler spreading fans to be the bane of his creative existence? So.Where to begin?

Firstly, is it any good? The answer, you’ll be pleased to hear, is yes, it really rather is. Coming off the break of the apparently Moffat dictated summer hiatus, series six of the revived series very much validates his desire to break the series in two to fulfil the wish of enabling him to write two premier episodes and two series finales (and presumably take advantage of the darkening nights and worsening weather of the autumn!) . Whether Moffat’s creative desires are in fact the full story behind this series’ transmission split is debatable, but without delving into unsubstantiated production gossip, I can at least say that the spilt seems to have had no negative effects on the show whatsoever, artistically speaking.

In fact, the show seems to return in a galvanised, stronger than ever fashion. This is an episode that fires on virtually all cylinders and, whilst it never quite reaches the heights of this series’ excellent The Impossible Astronaut/Day of the Moon two part premier, it manages to come pretty darn close and does a superb job of addressing the cliffhanger of A Good Man Goes to War whilst managing to tell an incredibly solid, if not mind blowing monster/situation of the week story. This feels confident and assured, the inconsistent nature of 2005s initial revival a distant memory.

As I’m not planning on giving specifics, lest Moffat erase me from existence, I’ll instead throw down in loose form all the little itty bits of goodness from the episode that hopefully won’t compromise the show’s full effectiveness come its premier on 27^th August (Write it in your spooky, prescient blue diaries now, kids!).

Right then!

* Whilst the events of A Good Man Goes To War are picked up in this episode, the story doesn’t take place immediately after- in fact, some time has gone by for everyone’s favourite newlyweds, making the summer hiatus feel quite natural, much more so than many a hiatus I’ve endured in my time (I’m looking at you, LOST season 3!)

* Matt Smith gets the chance to augment his costume a little, with a fetching new coat that is NOT a result of the episode’s period setting. Sadly, this augmentation does not extend to any new comedy gold related headwear.

* Arthur Darvill’s Rory continues to come into his own in a big, big way. He can do comedy, drama, and looks like he might yet turn into Who’s version of an action hero. Plus, as far as my preview audience was concerned, he gets all the best lines. As a character, Rory has really managed to leap way beyond a main companion’s occasional sidekick ala Mickey Smith or Wilfred Mott to a character that, if and when Karen Gillan eventually leaves the TARDIS, could easily graduate to the main and possibly sole companion role-he’s that good.

*We get to see, if briefly, the excellent Caitlin Blackwood as a young Amelia Pond. She continues to be the cutest and funniest girl in all the universe and I am delighted they keep managing to find ways to capitalise on her. I want to freeze her in time and make her my daughter. She would follow me around and screw up her face whilst being oh-so Scottish and skeptical.

*We’re introduced to a childhood friend of the Ponds that I rather suspect may have their eyes on becoming the next full time companion and if Moffat does decide to go down that route I think it’ll be an...interesting choice. Having said that, I was pretty resistant initially to the idea of Donna as full time companion and that all worked out roses. Speaking of which...

*Those of us with a fondness for past companion cameos will be momentarily delighted.

*The episode manages to juggle comedy and seriousness in a way that only the best Who’s do and ably meets the challenge of essentially being a new series premier whilst simultaneously dealing with a TARDIS-full of continuity that has, in many ways, been building gradually since 2008’s Tennant adventure (and my personal fave Who story) Silence in the Library/Forest of the Dead.

* The Fuhrer hasn’t been this amusing since Inglorious Basterds.

To summarise, Let’s Kill Hitler is an extremely solid episode, one that mixes the big questions with the shows weekly format admirably and only manages to fail entering the Moffat hitlist of wonderfulness due to its continuity baggage, something that, from the perspective of a lover of long term, intricate plotting, is in fact a major plus, but barrs the episode from ever being one which you’d use to introduce new viewers to the show, despite it’s all round success.

My one area of complaint was the very slight feeling that, as in A Christmas Carol, the more slapstick, kooky elements of Matt Smith’s Doctor may, if left entirely to their own devices, become slightly overindulged and overused, but hopefully, given the steady hand that Moffat usually brings to the proceedings, these fears are probably unfounded. Only time will tell.

Get it? Time.

Sigh. 

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COMING SOON- 'Let's Kill Hitler'

On Monday 17th August, ChrisSykes108 was lucky enough to attend a screening of the upcoming Doctor Who episode 'Let's Kill Hitler' penned by series head honcho Steven Moffat. Within the next few days a spoiler free text review will be posted up here for you lovely chaps to salivate over-but bear in mind, if it's plot based spoilers you're looking for then look elsewhere, we'd do anything to avoid the ire of The Moff!

All the best,

Bill and Chris


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COMING ATTRACTIONS

In what may be the worst idea we've ever had, as part of The Incredible Suit's Blogalongbond project (in which each of the official Bond movies are blogged about on a monthly basis prior to the release of Bond 23), All Of Whine And Space will soon be recording some audio observations on this months Bond epic, Roger Moore's maiden voyage 'Live and Let Die'!

Whether this will simply be a post film discussion or a full blown audio commentary remains to be seen, but one thing is clear-our observations on LALD will redefine everything you ever thought you could know about both yourself and life.

Stay Frosty!

EVERY SAGA HAS A BEGINNING...

Welcome to All Of Whine And Space.

We are Richard Lawrence and Christopher Sykes and we're going to comment our little hearts out on the issues of the day-particularly if those issues involve appreciation and discussion of distinctly geekly (read: actually interesting) pursuits. Expect your senses to be dazzled and oftentimes frazzled by our Oscar Wilde-ean level observations.

So!

Expect all manner of goodness to spew forth. The spewing will likely have an unashamedly geeky flavour to it.

COMING SOON from ALL OF WHINE AND SPACE!

Numerous poorly thought out views on-

-Doctor Who
-James Bond (as brought to you by The Incredible Suit's Blogalongbond plans!)
-Lost (yes, we STILL have an axe to grind)
-The issues of the day-AS they happen, IF they happen
-and no doubt many more wonderful and important topics, some of which may actually be serious!

Stay tuned!

-Bill and Chris