As much as I love Fern Brady, she’s not an actress! Although a double-Doctor 70th anniversary with her and Capaldi could be entertaining.
I’ve not once thought gender was ever an issue for the show. Having seen Jodie Whittaker in other things prior to Doctor Who, I was really looking forward to her taking over. Same for Ncuti, and I think they both did well given what they had to work with.
I don’t think the writing was even that bad, except for the odd terrible episode, but all seasons had duffers. Changing too much too soon has affected it badly. It’s strayed too far from the previous family friendly show, possibly thanks to Disney and the need to explain it all to a new audience.
Well I shall put on my orthopaedic shoes and stand corrected.
Looks like just the UK, Ireland and Finland hanging on to our Pagan roots.