A Strange Girl and Her Even Stranger Grandfather

In this episode, we journey back to where it all began: An Unearthly Child. Join me as I dive into this iconic First Doctor story, breaking down all four episodes scene by scene. I’ll explore the eerie mystery of Susan Foreman, the skeptical bravery of Ian and Barbara, and the Doctor’s surprisingly sharp-edged introduction. From the classroom to the Stone Age, I’ll unpack how this story sets the tone for everything Doctor Who would become, even if it takes sharp turns into caveman politics.

Along the way, I’ll dig into how each character evolves across the serial, why the TARDIS reveal remains one of TV’s all-time best moments, and what makes William Hartnell’s Doctor so compelling right from the start. Plus, I’ll share some fun behind-the-scenes trivia and reflect on what it must have felt like to see this story air for the very first time in 1963.

Whether you're a new fan curious about the show's roots or a longtime Whovian revisiting the classics, this episode is your guide to the strange, tense, and fascinating beginnings of Doctor Who.

Podcast intro and outro was created by Stefano Papaleo (aka Dark Side of Synth).