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I’m going against the grain. I really enjoyed that and didnt really feel let down at all. Yes, it was an RTD reversal but surely everyone knew that would happen as soon as Sutekh killed everyone? I love that Mrs Flood is still a mystery and seemingly unconnected to Sutekh-leave us wanting more! It’s interesting that you bring up Rey from Star Wars, Chez, that totally went through my mind too. But I think Ruby’s mum being ordinary works much better, with companions from Rose all the way to Clara always having a special destiny and being super important we’ve come to expect the same thing and it was refreshing that it was ordinary. With Rey, it felt like a let down as it was a mystery that Star Wars had never done before and was a clear case of no cohesion in the planning of the films, particularly when they made the twist even worse in the following film. But RTD had this planned, he played on audience expectations and even wrote that into the characters over the series. We were all kind of groaning at Christmas when Ruby had a mystery surrounding her so it’s kind of refreshing that it wasn’t some big deal. Of course, a little suspension of disbelief is required but that’s also something always need when watching DW. I found it very thrilling and satisfying. I’m pumped for the next series, something I haven’t said about Doctor Who in almost ten years. They have to give us Susan in the next one!

It’s interesting that people who are not enjoying the show are always the ones trying to convince everyone it’s doing really badly. Personally, I’ve not see the show talked about this much in years. My dad is a lifelong fan from the beginning and over the past few years we used to ask ‘did you see Doctor Who?’ And respond with ‘yeah, it wasn’t very good’ or ‘it was alright, I guess’. This series we have really gotten back to properly talking about it, discussing theories and such. Some people do just have to accept the show isn’t for them anymore. Russell is right about that. It’s not an age thing, otherwise my dad would fall into the mix with these people allegedly giving up. Russell basically said that if you can’t embrace the diversity and progressiveness of the cast and themes, then it’s not for you. Doctor Who has always been progressive, it’s just that it’s also now evolved. I’d love to think that anyone disappointed is that way because the stories are not good but these threads have literally been complaining about parking the Tardis in the wrong place, the Doctor going clubbing and the Doctor being upset about being on the receiving end of racism. It’s absolutely nitpicky to the point that it feels people are looking for reasons to dislike it.

Honestly couldn’t give one about ratings. I’ve really enjoyed what we’ve had from this series. The entertainment is back, the thrilling viewing is back and even if I was the only one to watch, I’d still deem the series a success based on the fact it has me enjoying DW again.

Definitely an underwhelming result. Completely expected but it just isn’t that best song that was in the poll and definitely not as good as I Believe In You. I won’t say more as I imagine everything I have said is enough for the gushers to rush in.

Don’t forget the Rani was mentioned several times at the start of the series. Perhaps that’s who Mrs Flood is?

Great episode, lot of excitement, so perched for the finale! I must say as well that it was amusing to see Yolande Trueman being left in the care of Angie Watts whilst Carmel Kazemi went undercover. If you know, you know.

Reluctantly Labour which I’m uneasy about. I’m not totally convinced that I won’t change my mind last minute and go with Plaid. My seat is usually a Labour shoe in so I guess I could vote for anyone but I’m still terrified it’ll all go wrong. Also I guess it might be refreshing to be on the winning side of an election for the first time ever.

SCREAMING at Priya tonight!

Without Can’t Take Me Home in contention, it’s The Truth About Love for me. The singles are absolutely killer on there but I don’t find myself returning to the rest a lot. Having said all that, I am due a P!nk marathon so perhaps I will reassess.

I’m not sure they will tbh.

Well, of course artists want to be successful. What he doesn’t get is that they’re not all as obsessed with it as he is and not all will sell out their artistic integrity for it. I guess what I mean is, they want people to like the music they’re making, they don’t just want what people like to dictate their music.

I love that Cindy is still consistent with her 90s self. Bleating about caring for her family with a smacked bum face whilst desperately trying to clamber into the bed of another man. Never change, Cindy! I did like how George seems to have knocked her back for Elaine. I do think he genuinely loves Elaine unlike Ian and Cindy. Priya munching on that apple was iconic. Tbh everything she does is.

Wouldn’t be at all surprised if the milkshake attack was a staged publicity stunt.

Hmmm, still not quite buying the objection. Of course the Doctor would be aware of the racism faced by black people. But he has also not been black in his living memory. He might actually be the first time he’s ever been on the receiving end of such discrimination. If he’d not reacted just because he should be ‘used to it’, it definitely wouldn’t have sat right with me.

This is still nitpicking though. What in the scene made it look like he’d never been discriminated against? This was just a new discrimination that he hadn’t before faced. I maintain you’re making this into a bigger issue than it is, if it’s an issue at all. I’m sure most fans won’t see it as one.

Or perhaps the way she has been treated has simply soured the experience?

I’m not sure how it’s rewriting the Doctor’s whole past just because he reacted to being discriminated against due to his skin colour for the first time in his memory? Many people are managing to watch these episodes without declaring they’re ignoring history because of tiny personal nitpicks. I really enjoyed that and thought it was very well done. In recent years you could have expected the Doctor or Ruby to go on a five minute rant explaining what racism is and why it’s wrong but they way it was delivered here was pretty subtle in comparison and worked really well. Knowing its audience don’t need a lecture but appreciate the message all the same. What I’m loving is that Doctor Who is FUN to watch again. There’s still room for improvement but I’m finding the episodes both interesting and entertaining. Chibnall’s era bored me no end so I’m glad to few properly back on board.

It’s not too early, at all. At 26, you’re definitely due that feeling that chart music was better when your were a teenager, etc. I actually popped Now 76 on in the car today and have felt partly nostalgic but also horrified that some of that music was popular in 2010 :lol: But seriously, I think it’s a big thing for a lot of people mid twenties and older because of Covid. The tens sort of neatened out to a perfect end with things blowing up quickly in 2020. It’s been a pretty miserable half decade so far generally and the previous ten years are definitely something that can be looked upon fondly even if they weren’t perfect.

Touche, but some songs are so bad that even the artists can’t save them!

Well, my family member interviewed both Corbyn and Johnson on their visits to Wales in Summer 2019 and told me Johnson was pretty idiotic and narcissistic and Corbyn was interested and knowledgeable about the local issues as well as being very friendly. Who on Earth should we believe? Starmer doesn’t appear to be very nice at the moment. He should probably work on that.

Kylie, I guess, but there’s no way No Doubt should have finished behind either of these. But then what can you expect when In Demand is the first out? Strong vibes of voting to save favourite artists rather than best songs tbh.

I have some massive issues with parts of the current Labour Party but unfortunately I’m resigned to voting for them anyway. I want them to be better but this election is all about getting the Tories out whatever it takes. We can deal with the issues in Labour once that is done. Unfortunately, any more years of Conservative government is not worth risking just because Labour aren’t as great as we’d like.

I wish they’d just get rid of him quickly. He’s a failed character we don’t really need. That said, I’m surprised he’s had nothing substantial to say about Keanu’s death.

I’m too busy to laugh at Sunak. I don’t find him at all funny. This should be politics not entertainment. People conflating the two is the reason why the last five years in particular have been an absolute nightmare to live through. But I guess as long as people get their lols.

I really miss the era of people discovering albums along the way. Much better than todays strategy of throw everything out there for a first week peak and then forget about it.