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The Peter Purves Podcast

The Peter Purves Podcast

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At the grand old age of 86 (and possibly looking much younger) Peter is launching a series of Podcasts! Each episode sees him in conversation with friends, colleagues, and special guests, reflecting on the moments and inspirations that shaped their lives. Expect nostalgia, laughter, captivating stories, and the occasional newsworthy revelation.

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Episodes
  • Valerie Singleton: Who Knew (Part 1)
    Oct 13 2025

    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.

    Every 2 weeks The Peter Purves Podcast brings you open, honest chats with guests from every corner of entertainment, packed with memories, laughter, and the kind of moments only old friends can share.

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    47 mins
  • Colin Baker: Life Before the TARDIS (Part 1)
    Sep 29 2025

    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 Peter.

    Subscribe now to The Peter Purves Podcast : Each week, Peter chats openly with guests from inside and outside entertainment.. sharing memories, untold stories, and the kind of candid conversation only old friends can spark.

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    53 mins
  • Welcome to the Peter Purves Podcast
    Sep 26 2025

    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 and everything along the way. Peter is best known a Steven Taylor, Companion to the original Doctor Who, William Hartnell, and for his 10 and half years as a presenter of the legendary Children's Tv programme, Blue Peter.

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    5 mins
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