Best Christian Cawley Podcasts (2024)

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439: Doctor Who finale Empire of Death reviewed 42:58

17d ago42:58

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With a pot of tea and a distinct lack of bland biscuits and/or Jaffa cakes, James and Magnus discuss the highs and lows of the finale for series 1/14/40 of Doctor Who, Empire of Death. Were they overwhelmed? Underwhelmed? Whelmed? Hit play to find out... Shownotes Doctor Who Series 14 on BBC iPlayer Doctor Who Series 14 on Disney+ Get in touch If y…

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438: A time travelling trip to The Legend of Ruby Sunday 53:06

1M ago53:06

53:06

James and Magnus commit to an after-show omnibus with a five episode review of the latest season of Doctor Who finishing with the penultimate episode, The Legend of Ruby Sunday. And James misremembers his Pyramids of Mars. For shame. Shownotes Some useful links: Doctor Who Series 14 on BBC iPlayer Doctor Who Series 14 on Disney+ Get in touch If you…

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437: Go Figure, the Character Options figurine collection 30:05

1M ago30:05

30:05

We're delighted to welcome Gareth Kavanagh to this week's podcast, in which we discuss Go Figure! This is the upcoming book detailing the entirety of the Character Options Doctor Who figurine range. It's already achieved its funding goal on Indiegogo, but you have 4 days left (as of June 15th, 2024) to help the project reach some tasty looking stre…

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436: Contemporary Language in Sci-fi TV and Movies 46:46

2M ago46:46

46:46

In this podcast, Christian Cawley and James McLean commence a conversation that takes them into an unexpected direction, namely language. Why is representation of contemporary language so poor in TV and movies? Beyond expletives in Hollywood movies, the representation of what we archaicly refer to as "street talk" is in most cases laughable. Get in…

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435: Remembering William Russell - The Adventures of Sir Lancelot Commentary 35:56

2M ago35:56

35:56

Esteemed British actor William Russell sadly passed away on June 4th, 2024, at the age of 99. An actor with a career spanning 73 years, his final screen appearance was, of course, in a 2022 Doctor Who episode, The Power of the Doctor. Over the years, Russell (who also acted under the name Russell Enoch) accumulated a remarkable 109 screen and audio…

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434: An Unearthly Child Commentary 41:05

2M ago41:05

41:05

James introduces Magnus to An Unearthly Child, a planned kommentary podkast that has found bittersweet timing with the sad passing of William Russell, the actor who played Ian Chesterton, and James’ beside framed autograph. Explore An Unearthly Child through the eyes of a being who has never seen it before! Shownotes An Unearthly Child is not avail…

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433: Space Babies and The Devil's Chord reviewed 47:03

2M ago47:03

47:03

James McLean welcomes back the enigmatic Magnus to discuss the new adventures of Doctor Who. Series 14 is with us, but what is the Kasterborous take on Space Babies and The Devil's Chord episodes? Well, there is only one way to find out. (Actually two, but unless you're prepared to track down James and Magnus and ask them face-to-face, listening to…

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432: It's 25 Years Since The Phantom Menace Ruined/Revived Star Wars 49:25

2M ago49:25

49:25

Incredibly, it is 25 years since The Phantom Menace hit cinemas and launched a revival of Star Wars that continues to this day. Inspired by the discovery of a 4K vs 35mm comparison video on YouTube, Christian Cawley and James McLean discuss The Phantom Menace. From watching it for the first time, to modern questions and inconsistencies, this talk h…

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431: Philip Bates Talks Racoons, Doctor Who Companions, and UNIT Books 46:57

5M ago46:57

46:57

We're back with a new, later-than-planned podcast with guest Philip Bates of The Doctor Who Companion. Philip chats to Christian Cawley about some projects he's working on with Candy Jar Books, which includes some books on The Racoons, an update to Companions: Fifty Years of Doctor Who Assistants called Companions: Sixty Years of Doctor Who Assista…

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Nintendo Switch 2 2024 Release Rumours and Modern Handheld Gaming 32:22

5M ago32:22

32:22

In this week's show, we look at how Nintendo gave the handheld gaming market a shot in the arm, and where it might go next... This week, we will discuss the following: Nintendo Switch 2 Rumours Downplayed Worldwide Game Console Comparison 2023 @CentroLeak on Twitter Is Microsoft Preparing a Handheld Xbox? Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host th…

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What Are Smishing, Phishing, and Vishing? 31:24

6M ago31:24

31:24

One of the main purposes of this podcast is to help you get to grips with the risks scammers pose. As such, this week's show sheds light on phishing and its variant scams: smishing, vishing, and quishing. What are they, and how can you spot these scams? Before we get to that, we've got the following tech news that matters: Elon Musk says Neuralink …

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Water-Resistant and Rugged Phones Explained (PLUS: Pokémon vs. Palworld) 29:35

6M ago29:35

29:35

No so long ago, phones would be dead as soon as they were dropped, or got a bit wet in the shower. These days, they can withstand high impacts and remain undamaged underwater for hours. This week, we look at water-resistant and rugged phones, exploring what was behind this design change and which highlighting which phones are particularly hardy. As…

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Are AAA Game Publishers Just Getting Too Big? 33:50

6M ago33:50

33:50

This week's show is a discussion around the recent comments from Ubisoft executive Philippe Tremblay concerning the future of game subscriptions. Our conversation covers: @WeirdBongs' take on game ownership vs purchase The "process" behind unlinking Epic Games from Rockstar Games Small Kingdoms on Steam We finish this week's show with these recomme…

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Which Is the Best Video Streaming Service for 2024? 33:54

6M ago33:54

33:54

This week we discuss the news that Amazon Prime Video is adding adverts and a new ad-free tier. We then spin this off into a discussion about which is the best video streaming service in 2024. Netflix vs. Hulu vs. Amazon Prime Netflix vs. Apple TV Fool Me Once Welcome to Wrexham Disney+ vs. Netflix Finally, a recommendation! Xbox 360 titles on Xbox…

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430: 2023 Doctor Who Christmas Special Reviewed: The Church on Ruby Road 1:02:08

6M ago1:02:08

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The Church on Ruby Road is reviewed in our latest Doctor Who podcast. Christian Cawley is conducting other activities this week, so James McLean is joined by "Magnus" to discuss the 2023 Doctor Who Christmas special. But who is Magnus, and will you ever find out? Probably not, but it's an interesting conundrum to consider as you listen to this chat…

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Our Ultimate Collection of PC Hardware Maintenance Tips! 34:39

7M ago34:39

34:39

This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: Wi-Fi 7 Officially Launches Tesla Recalls 1.6 million Cars in China (BBC) Microsoft Launches an AI Key on Windows Keyboards (BBC) Google Chrome Phases Out Third-Party Cookies This week, we bring you these PC maintenance tips and explainers: How to Check CPU Temperature Signs Your Motherboar…

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What You Shouldn't Share Online, Android Wi-Fi Tips, and Twitter Authentication Explained 28:13

7M ago28:13

28:13

This week, we bring you these tips and explainers: View Passwords for Saved Networks on Android How to Get Verified on Twitter Information You Should Never Post Online We also have a couple of behind-the-scenes chats around these topics: How to Install Microsoft OneDrive on Ubuntu What Is Video Game Preservation? Christian Cawley hosts this week's …

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Prepare for Your Post-Christmas Detox With These Apps 55:10

7M ago55:10

55:10

Our final Christmas-themed podcast for 2023 looks at the impact of eating too much, sitting around a lot, and what apps and websites you can use to combat the post-Yuletide bulge. Worried you'll pick up a spare tire? Concerned about feeling too lethargic to enjoy the holiday? This podcast is for you. Shownotes This week, we bring you the following …

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429: Doctor Who 60th Review: The Giggle 55:09

7M ago55:09

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Admittedly later than planned, we're back for our review of the third Doctor Who 60th anniversary episode, The Giggle. Guest starring Neil Patrick Harris (Doogie Howzer MD, How I Met Your Mother, etc.), the episode reintroduces Bonnie Langford as Melanie Bush and brings us our first look at the 15th Doctor Who, Ncuti Gatwa. Quite a bit of him, in f…

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Use Apps and Websites to Save Money on Unique Gifts This Christmas 30:24

8M ago30:24

30:24

In our second seasonal podcast for 2023, we look at the ways you can save money on unique Christmas gifts bought online. We also tell you where to find gifts for electronic tinkerers and makers. This week, we bring you the following seasonal tips: Ways to Save Money Christmas Shopping Online Christmas Gift Ideas for Makers and Electronic Tinkerers …

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How to Use Tech to Create the Ultimate Christmas Atmosphere 26:02

8M ago26:02

26:02

This week, we bring you the following seasonal tips: Ways to Make Your Own Christmas Lights 3D Printing Christmas Ideas for Christmas Create a Holiday Spotify Playlist Microsoft Christmas Sweater Atari Club attire Top Sites to Listen to Christmas Music Online Christmas Carols and Karaoke Sites Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. …

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428: Doctor Who 60th Review: Wild Blue Yonder 50:18

8M ago50:18

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We're back with a discussion about the latest Doctor Who 60th anniversary episode, Wild Blue Yonder. Christian Cawley and James McLean discuss various elements of the story, how it came across and compared to the previous episode (The Star Beast), and spend a few minutes slagging off the Power of Three. Oh, and we're very pleased to tell you that t…

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Don't Overshare! How to Avoid Sharing Too Much Online 35:30

8M ago35:30

35:30

Ever been accused of oversharing? Have you been labeled a "sharent" after posting pics of your children on social media? In this week's Really Useful Podcast, we take a look at online oversharing, its consequences, and what you can do to minimize "sharenting." This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: Ex-Nvidia "caught" with sensit…

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427: Doctor Who 60th Review: The Star Beast 41:25

8M ago41:25

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The first part of Doctor Who's 60th anniversary has aired - but what did the Kasterborous team think of The Star Beast? This week, Christian Cawley and James McLean are joined by Philip Bates, the driving force behind The Doctor Who Companion. We cover everything from steelworks in North London (!) to Miriam "Margoyles" with gender transitions and …

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426: How Does Doctor Who 60th Hype Compare With Other Anniversaries? 39:33

8M ago39:33

39:33

It's Doctor Who's 60th anniversary today, but how does the promotion and hype compare with other years? Christian Cawley and James McLean look back at 1998, 2003, and 2013 to contrast and discuss how things were very different in Doctor Who celebrations in landmark years gone by. Shownotes: Russell T Davies and David Tennant on The One Show Russell…

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Political Deepfake Controls on Meta, Spot Phishing Emails, and What Is a Gaming IEM? 27:44

8M ago27:44

27:44

This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: Meta demands political ads declare deepfake use Deepfakes Explained We've also got these tips and explainers: Completely Remove Norton and McAfee Antivirus from Your PC Examples to Help You Spot Fake Emails What Are Gaming IEMs? The show closes with the following recommendation: TAITO Super…

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Really Useful Podcast Episode 200: Quiz Time! 43:31

8M ago43:31

43:31

In a special edition of our weekly tech podcast for technophobes, hosts Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner go head-to-head in a never-before attempted quiz. This week's edition is episode 200, and just a few weeks ago the show marked its 5th anniversary. So, what better way to celebrate than with a quiz, pitching the three hosts agai…

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425: John and Jim’s Excellent Journey #8: 60 Years of Star Trek in Another 60 minutes (or so) 43:19

9M ago43:19

43:19

John Kenneth Muir and James McLean's deep dive into Star Trek continues in our latest podcast. John Kenneth Muir and James McLean finish off their discussion on 57 years of Star Trek with a reflection on Star Trek's impact in the 21st Century... desperately, needfully, and irresponsibly seeking to conclude what the franchise means to them. If you m…

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Amazon Accused of Price Manipulation, and the Best Windows Antivirus Tools 26:35

9M ago26:35

26:35

Need a Windows antivirus tool? The chances are you already have the best option installed. That's the focus of this week's podcast, which also looks at accusations against Amazon concerning price manipulation in the online retail market. This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: Amazon's "Project Nessie" Manipulated Prices Elon Mus…

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424: The Whoniverse: An Amazing Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Celebration 50:07

9M ago50:07

50:07

What does the Whoniverse bring to Doctor Who? 60th anniversary celebratory wonder! We're here; it's November 2023, it is the month of Doctor Who's 60th anniversary, and the BBC has gone all-out to provide celebratory media in all shapes and sizes. Central to all of this is The Whoniverse, the BBC iPlayer hub of Doctor Who episodes, documentaries, s…

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Get Data Off an Old HDD and the Best Ways to Use a Raspberry Pi 33:58

9M ago33:58

33:58

Getting data off an old HDD is easier than you think, as demonstrated in this week's podcast. Plus, we look at the best uses for a Raspberry Pi, consider the arrival of rules and guidelines for AI, and celebrate the end of the PlayStation 5 shortage. This week, we've got the following tech news that matters: AI Governance Announced by President Bid…

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423: The Risks of Generative AI and Why Scriptwriters Are Striking 47:12

9M ago47:12

47:12

Between May and September 2023, the "Hollywood double strike" - joint industrial action by the Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA - halted production of TV and movies (and some video games). The reason for this was generative AI - artificial intelligence that has been programmed to produce text, art, video, and audio material from text prompts.…

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Exploring AI Apps, AI Crypto Trading Bots, and Useful Websites You Might Have Missed 31:07

9M ago31:07

31:07

This week, we've got the following tips and explainers: The Best AI Apps Why Your Smartphone Needs a Screen Protector Should You Trust AI Crypto Trading Bots? Alternatives to Stumbleupon The Most Useful Websites You're Not Already Using What Is Brave Search Engine? Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact…

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Microsoft Buys Blizzard, AI Art and Translation Explored 32:02

9M ago32:02

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This week, we've got the following tech news: Google Causing Internet to Fall into a "Spiral of Decline" Minecraft Becomes First Video Game to Hit 300m Sales Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Purchase Cleared by UK Govt We've also got these AI tips and explainers: Public AI vs. Private AI vs. Personal AI: What's the Difference? Photoshop Generative E…

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