In 1963, the first episode of "Doctor Who" aired on BBC. Now in 2020, the show is going strong and embracing the first woman to portray the Doctor, actor Jodie Whittaker. Whittaker explains on "Salon Talks" how the show maintains its relevance with "incredible hindsight." Watch more of Whittaker discussing season 12 of "Doctor Who" on "Salon Talks."

"Doctor Who" airs on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on BBC America.