The Peter Purves Podcast

41:44

Julian Glover CBE: "I'm not a very nice person!" Star...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/09/30

Few actors can boast a career like Julian Glover’s. Over seven decades, he has gone from the Royal Shakespeare Company to starring in some of the biggest films and television series ever made.From Game of Thrones, Doctor Who and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back to Indiana Jones, James Bond and Harry Potter, Julian has worked with an extraordinary range of actors, directors and performers. We chat and laugh about a lifetime on stage, television and the big screen including, of course, both of our

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42:38

Could More Doctor Who be Found? Film is Fabulous and...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/08/24

One of my most requested interviews! I talk to Sue Malden, Professor Justin Smith and John Franklin at Film Is Fabulous about their remarkable work preserving Britain’s film and television history,and the discovery of missing Doctor Who episodes.Thanks to their efforts, thousands possibly millions of Doctor Who fans have had the opportunity to watch Episodes 1 and 3 of The Daleks’ Master Plan. There is, of course, no promise that more missing episodes will be discovered, but with Film Is Fabulous

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40:46

Sue Cook Returns: Tom Baker, Alan Partridge &...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/07/27

Peter Purves star of Doctor Who and Blue Peter welcomes broadcaster and television icon Sue Cook back to the podcast. This time, nothing is off limits!So many of you enjoyed my first conversation with Sue that I simply had to invite her back. And this time we revisit one interview in particular that will be of significant interest to Doctor Who fans; her memorable encounter with the sometimes tricksy Tom Baker. And I worked up the courage to ask Sue how she really feels about her infamous Alan

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40:08

Sue Cook Hasn't Pulled Out! | Peter Purves, Doctor...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/07/13

Our guest today is one of Britain's most recognisable broadcasters. From Nationwide and Breakfast Time to Crimewatch and Children in Need, my friend Sue Cook became one of the defining faces of BBC television and famously "Pulled Out" from an Afternoon with Alan Partridge. There hangs a tale.. Before all that, Sue and I shared a very happy time presenting together on We're Going Places, so there's plenty to reminisce about, and a few twists and turns in Sue's remarkable life that will keep you

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39:36

Peter Purves Interviews Steven Moffat: The Future of...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/06/29

My exclusive interview with multi-award winning writer and producer Steven Moffat.We discuss the past, present and yes, the future of Doctor Who, as well as his remarkable life and career, from sitcoms to Sherlock, and his journey from writer to showrunner during the Matt Smith and Peter Capaldi. I want to say how exciting I found this chat. For a writer to be so brilliantly talkative and honest is fantastic, and it made for a fascinating conversation. I think Doctor Who fans are going to find this

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42:11

Inside Big Finish: Doctor Who's Lisa Bowerman and...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/06/15

One of the great joys of this podcast is catching up with friends and colleagues I've worked with over many years. This time I'm delighted to welcome Lisa Bowerman. Best known to Doctor Who fans as the iconic Bernice Summerfield, Lisa has also played a major role in shaping Big Finish Productions as a director and creative force behind countless audio dramas.Since 1998 Big Finish has become one of the world's leading audio drama producers and Lisa was there from the beginning. Having worked

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34:11

Peter Purves Remembers William Hartnell The First...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/05/18

Hello everyone.. In another special podcast, I remember the real William Hartnell. The first Doctor Who : the original, you might say... Much has been written and said about Bill over the years, and now, perhaps, it is my turn. No holds barred. I only hope I do him justice.This proved to be a particularly rewarding pod to put together. One question I found myself reflecting upon was this: when did I first become aware of Bill’s work? And that is where my tale begins… Along the way we explore a

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34:42

Doctor Who’s Ace Sophie Aldred Meets Peter Purves

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/05/04

This week Peter Purves is joined by a true fan favourite, or as she calls it “The Fan’s Fan”, Doctor Who’s Sophie Aldred... best known as the explosive companion Ace.Hello everyone. She’s battled Daleks, Cyberman and evils from the dawn of time.. and now Sophie takes on my infuriatingly unstable broadband! I really did enjoy this conversation and I feel we heard stories never told before. As always we have lots in common being fellow travellers in the Who-neverse, and we have a distinctive bond,

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37:53

Dr. Who Convention Secrets with Peter Purves | Lost...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/04/20

Join me for what I hope is the first in a series of unique looks behind the scenes of a Doctor Who convention ..from a guest’s perspective! And what an event to start with.After years of rumours Film is Fabulous have made it possible for us to once again watch two more missing episodes of Doctor Who from The Daleks’ Master Plan. And they did not disappoint. For me, the biggest revelation is Douglas Camfield’s direction, really quite extraordinary. It was a wonderful day at Riverside Studios. This

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24:34

Special Episode: Ask Peter Purves Anything

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/04/06

We thought we’d try something a little different this time and hand the podcast over to you. Patreon members send in questions, be they thoughtful, funny, surprising, and in some cases completely unexpected and Peter tackles them all. From memories of his time on Blue Peter- to life before and after the TARDIS, to the moments and stories that don’t always get told, nothing is off limits.So settle in, enjoy being part of the conversation, and we hope you’ll find it as entertaining as we did

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42:06

Wendy Padbury: From Dancefloor to Studio Floor

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/03/23

This time we speak to fellow Doctor Who companion and favourite of the convention circuit Wendy Padbury. Going from the dancefloor as a ballerina, to the studio floor of the BBC, and taking time to be a theatrical agent; this was a lovely chat with someone who I genuinely look forward to seeing out there on the convention circuit. Be a fly on the wall of our catch up and I think you’ll enjoy it as much as me.The Peter Purves Podcast brings you warm, honest conversations with figures from across

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53:38

Anthea Turner: Climb Every Mountain

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/02/16

This is one I’ve been waiting for. My friend Anthea Turner has been one of the defining faces on our screens for nearly four decades, and we share a very special bond. From the Blue Peter garden to the GMTV sofa, she’s always been warm, polished and endlessly professional. She’s handled fame, headlines and reinvention with grit and good humour and that trademark candour runs through every moment of our chat, as she takes us on a journey from Mount Kilimanjaro to Tracy Island.And today we launch our

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43:11

Valerie Singleton: A Royal Flush (Part 3)

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Peter Purves is joined for the final time by fellow Blue Peter legend Valerie Singleton. Friends for decades, and part of the programme’s iconic trio with John Noakes, they reunite to reflect on their extraordinary time together, sharing more memories, laughter, and never-heard stories of places and people from a golden era. In this final chapter, Val opens up about going behind the scenes at Buckingham Palace, and finally explains why she chose to leave Blue Peter after such a legendary run. The

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50:55

Toby Hadoke: All That Mallarkey

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/01/19

Peter is delighted to welcome back actor and comedian Toby Hadoke for another wide ranging and revealing conversation, delving deeper than ever into his life, with plenty of surprises along the way. Exploring the ups and downs of showbusiness, what follows is an honest, uninterrupted chat filled with thoughtful reflections, sharp humour, and fascinating stories inside and outside of Dr Who involving some very familiar faces. Every two weeks, The Peter Purves Podcast brings you open and honest

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49:03

Peter Duncan: The Two Peters

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2026/01/05

New year, same honest conversations... Peter Purves welcomes fellow Blue Peter legend, actor and presenter Peter Duncan for a candid chat spanning adventure, performance, fame, and life beyond the badge - from treading the boards at the Palladium to comparing queues at Comic Con. The two Peters shared history and genuine mutual respect packs the first pod of 2026 full of laughter, candour, and thoughtful reflection on resilience and reinvention. Every two weeks, The Peter Purves Podcast delivers

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44:16

Bonus: Colin Baker on tour in a Christmas Carol with...

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2025/12/23

An early Christmas present to all our listeners! Join leading players Peter Purves and Colin Baker (Doctor Who, The Brothers), alongside cast and crew of a touring production of Charles Dickens’ festive classic A Christmas Carol for an exclusive behind the scenes. Peter takes you with him on a theatre tour this winter, on the road, on the stage, and everywhere in between. Nothing is off limits as he reveals the highs and lows of bringing Victorian London to life night after night for audiences

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46:21

Toby Hadoke: Moths Ate My Podcast

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2025/12/22

This is a real treat for Whovians, as the man famous for interviewing Doctor Who stars finds the tables turned as Dr Who star Peter Purves sits down with actor and comedian Toby Hadoke, beloved to fans for his work across DVD and Blu Ray releases, and his hit stage show Moths Ate My Doctor Who Scarf. What first drew Toby to Doctor Who, and how did that passion go on to shape his life and career? With thoughtful, funny and revealing insights from both Peter and Toby, the conversation ranges across

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45:57

Raj Bisram: Beyond the Gavel

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2025/12/08

This week on The Peter Purves Podcast, Peter sits down with one of Britain’s favourite antiques personalities, Raj Bisram. Raj’s life story is far more surprising than viewers of Antiques Road Trip, Four Rooms or Bargain Hunt might ever imagine, and in this warm, personal conversation he opens up about the twists, turns and unlikely moments that led him to becoming a beloved figure in the world of antiques. From early adventures that feel a world away from auction rooms, to the break that put him on

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47:26

Tim Vincent: Regeneration

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2025/11/24

The Peter Purves Podcast celebrates 5,000 downloads with special guest Tim Vincent. Tim and Peter, firm friends and Blue Peter presenters from different generations- look back on Tim’s early days as a child star, the highs and lows of producing theatre, and their mysterious joint appearance on The Paul O’Grady Show! Tim also talks about his leap from British TV to making it big in America, and shares a few Blue Peter secrets that show the programme hadn’t changed as much as people think since

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40:27

Valerie Singleton: Times and Travels (Part 2)

The Peter Purves Podcast ·

2025/11/10

Peter Purves is joined once again by fellow Blue Peter legend, Valerie Singleton. Friends for decades and part of the show’s iconic trio with John Noakes , they get together again to share more fond memories of their time together and some never-before-told behind the scenes stories from Blue Peter adventures around the world. And this time, they finally tackle the elephant in the room. Every two weeks, The Peter Purves Podcast brings you open and honest conversations with guests from across

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