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''Doctor Who: DWO WhoCast'' (commonly known as ''The Whocast'', but officially titled ''Doctor Who Podcast: DWO WhoCast'') is a weekly podcast which discusses the British science fiction series ''Doctor Who''. This podcast is notable because it is the most popular Doctor Who Podcast worldwide as shown within the independent iTunes.〔iTunes Store when searching for both ''Doctor Who'' and ''Doctor Who Podcast''〕 The podcast is produced by ''Doctor Who Online'' which is a ''Doctor Who'' fan website based in the United Kingdom by Sebastian J. Brook and Paul A.T. Wilson. ==History== ''The Whocast'' was started in April 2006, during the original run of Series 2 of ''Doctor Who'', by Paul A.T. Wilson in conjunction with a ''Doctor Who'' meeting group based in London.〔(Doctor Who Online – DWO WhoCast )〕 Although the early episodes could be considered somewhat derivative of both Podcast Who and Podshock it soon established its own style, with very much a British slant. Also due to its location, the Podcast was able to start featuring interviews with actors and production staff from both the current and classic series. In September 2006, ''The Whocast'' teamed up with ''Doctor Who Online'', with a significant format change and the addition of a co-host, Sebastian J. Brook.〔(Doctor Who Online – DWO WhoCast )〕 With the format change, the podcast attracted more listeners and experienced a dramatic growth in listenership.〔http://www.thewhocast.com/reports〕 In May 2007, ''The DWO Whocast: DWO TorchCast'' was rated 4/5 by ''SciFiNow Magazine''.〔Issue 2 of SciFi Now Magazine〕 In December 2007, ''The DWO Whocast'' was rated 5/5 by ''SciFiNow Magazine'' and podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".〔Issue 9 of SciFi Now Magazine〕 In January 2008, ''The DWO Whocast: Sarah Jane Adventures Mini-Cast'' was rated 4/5 by ''SciFiNow Magazine'', the podcast was featured and referred to as "Must hear now".〔Issue 10 of SciFi Now Magazine〕 In Episode #66, which was released on 21 April 2008, Paul and Seb hosted their last DWO WhoCast, stating that time was one of the reasons behind the recent drought in WhoCast episodes. Their successors as of Episode #67 were Trevor Gensch (from the MMM Commentaries and Fantragic podcasts) and Tony Gallichan. The handover was smooth with a touching signoff from Paul and Seb 'walking off into the sunset' as the new presenters introduce themselves. Paul and Seb have since stated they are working even closer together as they redesign the main Doctor Who Online website. In June 2008, ''The DWO Whocast'' was rated 4/5 by ''SFX Magazine'' (Issue #171).〔Issue 171 of SFX Magazine〕 In Episode #99, it was announced that Tony would not be continuing with the WhoCast. In Episode #101, Marty Perrett joined the show as the new permanent co-host. James Rockliffe also joined the team and provides occasional pre-recorded review segments such as Big Finish audio reviews. He co-hosts the show with Trevor and Marty on occasion. In Episode #159, Marty Perrett announced his departure from the program. Chip from the Two Minute Time Lord podcast will host with Trevor for the short term. In Episode #167, Tom Attah joined the DWO WhoCast team. Tom provides occasional pre-recorded review segments such as Big Finish audio reviews. In Episode #177, Trevor Gensch, James Rockclife and Tom Attah announced their departure from the show. They started up their own podcast called The Doctor Who Podcast. The outgoing team indicated the DWO WhoCast will continue with new hosts. From April 2, The Whocast refreshed and brought back the original hosts Paul AT Wilson and Sebastian J. Brook. Also the numbering of the episodes were refreshed to 5.1. to fit in with the 2010 Doctor Who Series. The podcast has been on indefinite hiatus since episode 5.11 was released in late May. In Late January 2011, The Doctor Who Online website announced via Twitter that The DWO WhoCast would return shortly. On Friday 11 February, the show returned, together with a new logo and a new host, Cameron K. McEwan, as well as a return for veteran DWO WhoCast host, Tony Gallichan. The show continued its previous numbering system with Episode #178. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Doctor Who: DWO Whocast」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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