The critical response for When the Whistle Blows is entirely negative but Andy gets encouragement from the public as he is recognized in the street and in his local pub. However, he isn't eager to endlessly repeat his catchphrase from the show. Andy visits a celebrity bar, where he is briefly treated as a VIP. He tries to talk with David Bowie, who proceeds to make up a song ridiculing him, resulting in Andy returning to the pub to be surrounded by genuine fans.