Thursday, January 28, 2021

Episode 42 - A Tribute to Douglas Adams

What better way to celebrate 42 episodes of The Sirens of Audio than with a tribute to Douglas Adams, the man who made he mark with audio drama, namely, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy radio series way back in 1978. 

Not only do we chat about Hitchhiker's but we chat about looking back at Doctor Who season 17 with the aid of age and hindsight, the various releases of Shada with a focus on the 2003 Big Finish release, and we review the audiobook version of Doctor Who and the Krikkitmen, written by Douglas Adams and James Goss and read by Dan Starkey. 



Recommendations


Dwayne recommends Doctor Who: The World Traders (4th Doctor and Leela audio adventure, Big Finish)

Philip recommends Doctor Who: The Hand of Fear read by Pamela Salem (audiobook)



Philip Edney on Twitter

Dwayne Bunney on Twitter

Intro music - Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Kung Fu Lemon Mix)

Outro Music - Journey of the Sorcerer by The Eagles. 

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Saturday, January 23, 2021

REVIEW | Torchwood : Coffee by James Goss

While Torchwood follows the action surrounding a small group of people working in a secret base in Cardiff Bay, what about the other people who might live and work in the area?

After all, the rift was responsible for what ultimately led to an awful lot of very loud explosions.

Coffee follows the life of Ianto Jones through the eyes of a Cardiff Bay cafe owner and one of his staff. From a nervous recruit on his first day and following the events of Ianto's time with Torchwood, we see one of our heroes through the eyes of people just like us to discover Ianto is, just like us.

James Goss delivers his trademark expansive storytelling with incredible attention to detail, ensuring that both fans of the TV series and the more casual listener alike will connect with the world of Torchwood like never before.

Gareth David-Lloyd excels, proving again how much this actor cares for his character, even varying his accent depending on where the story is set in his timeline.

This is a worthy start to the Torchwood monthly range for 2021.

You can purchase Torchwood: Coffee directly from the Big Finish website.

Dwayne Bunney

Thursday, January 21, 2021

Episode 41 - Masterful - A Review plus bonus short story Doctor Who : Perception Filter by Dwayne Bunney

Just like it says on the tin, we discuss the 50th Anniversary special from Big Finish, Masterful by James Goss. 


We also discuss the limited edition which includes the specially written story, Terror of the Master, performed by the incredibly talented Jon Culshaw. 

After the end credits, stick around for Doctor Who : Perception Filter, a 7th Doctor short story written and read by Dwayne Bunney.


We have just launched our new YouTube channel, so please subscribe to us there if you want to see our ugly mugs from time to time. 


Recommendations

Dwayne recommends Love Songs for the Shy and Cynical by Robert Shearman (audiobook)

Philip bucks the audio rule and recommends Years and Years by Russell T. Davies (TV series)


If you prefer, you can watch this episode on YouTube.



Philip Edney on Twitter

Dwayne Bunney on Twitter

Theme music by Husky by the Geek.

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Friday, January 15, 2021

The Sirens of Audio in Vortex Issue 143

Dwayne was thrilled to be asked to say a few words about the podcast in the January 2020 issue of Vortex magazine. 

Vortex is the monthly in-house magazine produced free for Big Finish purchasers. 

Thanks to editor Kenny Smith for putting the call out and for inviting us to take part. 

Get your free PDF version of Vortex issue 143 HERE.


Thursday, January 14, 2021

Episode 40: The Big Finish 2020 Retrospective and Awards Show


Starting January 2020, we discuss most of the Doctor Who, Doctor Who spinoffs, classic tv remakes and Big Finish originals released during the year by Big Finish Productions. 

The episode is also available to watch on YouTube if you prefer. 



Philip Edney on Twitter

Dwayne Bunney on Twitter

Theme music by Husky by the Geek.

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Thursday, January 7, 2021

Episode 39 - 20th Anniversary of STORM WARNING & the Debut of the Eighth Doctor for Big Finish


January 2021 marks 20 years since Paul McGann debuted as the Eighth Doctor with Big Finish productions release of Storm Warning, where we were also introduced to new companion, Charley Pollard. 

Joining us for this episode is Kenny Smith, editor of Big Finish's very own monthly magazine, Vortex, and co-host of the Power of 3 podcast. 

We'll also take a look at what we were doing during the wilderness years, ie. the 90's, before Big Finish burst on to the scene in 2000 with brand, new, full cast Doctor Who adventures. 


Listening Recommendations

Kenny recommends the music of Tove Lo

Philip recommends Grinch! The Musical

Dwayne recommends the radio shows of Tony Hancock



Philip Edney on Twitter

Dwayne Bunney on Twitter

Theme music by Husky by the Geek.

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Thursday, December 24, 2020

Episode 38 - Jubilee and The Angel of Scutari

 
In our final episode of 2020, we are joined by Ross Aitken from Gallfrey's Most Wanted & The Runcible Report podcasts to discuss two of his favourite Big Finish stories. 

Doctor Who: Jubilee by Robert Shearman

Doctor Who: The Angel of Scutari by Paul Sutton


Recommendations

Ross recommends Rose Tyler: The Dimension Cannon starring Billie Piper (full cast audio)

Philip recommends The Best Pick (podcast)

Dwayne recommends Halloween '81 by Frank Zappa (music)



Philip Edney on Twitter

Dwayne Bunney on Twitter

Theme music by Husky by the Geek.

Email: sirensofaudio@gmail.com

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