The Peter Purves Podcast

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 Bil...

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....

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&rsquo...

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 o...

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 Purv...

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 sh...

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 fina...

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.

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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 an...

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...

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 rev...

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 a...

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 se...

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 Podca...

In this much anticipated follow up chat, Peter Purves welcomes back the irrepressible Colin Baker - star of Doctor Who and The Brothers. The pair swap stories about early fame, how Colin built his bold, unpredictable Sixth Doctor, and trade backstage tales from decades of theatre mischief and panto palavers. Expect laughter, nostalgia, and a few “Oh no he didn’t!” moments along the way.

Colin, of course, is forev...

Peter Purves is back – and this week he’s joined by a true TV legend: Valerie Singleton.

Friends for decades and colleagues on Blue Peter, the world’s longest-running children’s show – Peter thought he knew everything about Val. But from dancer and actress to BBC continuity announcer and “Queen of the Voice-Overs,” her story is full of surprises.

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Peter Purves begins his brand-new podcast with friend and fellow Doctor Who star Colin Baker. The two swap stories about Colin’s early life and career, uncovering plenty of parallels in their own journeys on stage and screen.

Colin is best known as the Sixth Doctor and for his role in BBC1’s The Brothers. Peter, of course, is remembered as companion Steven Taylor in Doctor Who and for over ten years presenting Blue Pete...

An introduction to an exciting new podcast hosted by legendary broadcaster and entertainer Peter Purves.

Discover what’s in store and follow now so you don’t miss a thing, as Peter speaks candidly with guests, friends, and colleagues from inside and outside the entertainment world. Expect anecdotes, memories, and never-before-shared details as Peter and his guests dive into captivating life stories, covering anything an...