It’s Peter Andre!

It’s Peter Andre!

Peter Andre tops the bill! Multi-million selling chart-topper and TV star Peter Andre has today been revealed as the headline live act for Newport Now BID’s Countdown to Christmas spectacular. Running from 2pm to 5.30pm on Saturday, November 15, Countdown to Christmas will feature live music, fairground rides and celebrity guests, culminating in the official switching on of Newport’s city centre 2025 Christmas lights and a breathtaking fireworks display. Pop star, TV presenter and actor Peter Andre has been a […]

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The Reality War has landed: Our review!

The highly anticipated Doctor Who Season 2 finale, "The Reality War," has landed, and it's safe to say it left us all with a whirlwind of emotions, plenty of questions, and some truly jaw-dropping moments. After watching it in the cinema, our team has gathered their thoughts on this epic conclusion to Ncuti Gatwa's era. Read on for our full breakdown! Daniel's ThoughtsSigh, Where to begin? The series overall had a great opening, gripping and entertaining us with a string […]

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Here Are Our Thoughts on Episode 5: The Story and the Engine

This week's Doctor Who took us on a fascinating journey into the power of narrative itself, with "The Story and the Engine" offering a unique and thought-provoking adventure. Here's what our team thought: Jack's ThoughtsI believe this was another brilliant episode! I've always been a huge fan of episodes that weave in glimpses of the Doctor's previous incarnations; it always brings a smile to my face and a real sense of the show's rich history.Once again, we're seeing more and […]

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Are You Feeling Lucky? Lucky Day: Episode 4 Has Landed – Our Thoughts

This week's Doctor Who, "Lucky Day," offered a fascinating blend of classic monster-of-the-week tropes with some intriguing character exploration and a deepening of the season's overarching mysteries. Here's what we thought: Jack's ThoughtsThis week's episode felt very solid indeed. I particularly appreciated its placement chronologically, slotting neatly in between "The Devil's Chord" and "Boom." It was a nice touch to establish that continuity early on. The inclusion of UNIT was also very welcome; I always enjoy seeing them featured and […]

3 May 2025 45

Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor in episode The Well

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The Well: Episode 3 of Season 2 Has Landed – Our Thoughts

This week's Doctor Who installment, "The Well," has left us reeling! Buckle up as we dive deep into our thoughts on this tense and intriguing episode. Daniel's ThoughtsTo describe this episode in one word? Terrifying! From the moment the chillingly cinematic opening sequence unfolded – space-paratroopers descending onto a seemingly desolate planet to investigate a silent mining facility – I was utterly transfixed, perched on the edge of my metaphorical seat even as I enjoyed my morning Earl Grey in […]

26 April 2025 113

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Episode 2: Lux Has Landed – Our Thoughts

This week's episode of Doctor Who, "Lux," has sparked a lot of conversation among our team. Here's a breakdown of our thoughts: Daniel's ThoughtsAfter last week’s introduction to the wonderfully poised Miss Belinda Chandra, former Queen of Missbelindachandra-one, it felt like perfect timing to plunge her into the wonderfully weird world the Doctor inhabits. Miami, 1952, became the backdrop for mysterious disappearances around an American Picture House – or Cinema, for us Brits. The episode also offered poignant glimpses into […]

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Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor and Varada Sethu as Belinda Chandra in The Tardis

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The Robot Revolution: Our thoughts on the newest Doctor Who episode

Episode One Has Landed: Here Are Our Thoughts! The new series has officially blasted onto our screens, and we're here to dissect every thrilling moment! From familiar callbacks to intriguing new mysteries, the first episode has certainly given us a lot to think about. Join Daniel, Jack, and Amber as they share their initial reactions and burning questions. But be warned, there are spoilers. Daniel's Thoughts What a fantastic way to kick off a new era! The opening felt distinctly […]

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Our ideas and theories from the new series of Doctor Who

One Week to Go! With the premiere of the new season of Doctor Who just around the corner, anticipation is bubbling over among the volunteers here at Newport City Radio. We’ve had weeks of speculation, fan theories, and trailer breakdowns. Now, with just one week to go, it’s time for a second round of thoughts from our resident Whovians.Daniel Price:Let’s talk about Belinda. She’s shaping up to be one of the most interesting companions in recent history, and the plotline […]

6 April 2025 167

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Hopes and Dreams for the New Season of Doctor Who

Meet the whovians of Newport City Radio With the next season of Doctor Who on the horizon, anticipation is building among fans. While the last season introduced us to Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor and brought back some familiar faces, there’s still so much we want to see in the new season. From revisiting intriguing plotlines to balancing old and new storytelling elements, here’s what some of our volunteers are hoping for:Jack Cartwright One plotline I’d love to see revisited is the […]

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