A Doctor Who Podcast
This week we take a break from reviews for a round table discussion topic. In this ‘Discussing the Doctor’ we look at some actors we would like to see in the roles of the Doctor and companion(s).
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 582 - Dreamcasting the Doctor and Companion [ 1:00:25 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
This week we look back at an anniversary special from three decades ago. We took some time to watch More Than 30 Years in the TARDIS.
Then, series two of Doctor Who Redacted just finished here in the U.S. We review the latest installment in the saga.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 567 - Behind the Sofa [ 1:01:20 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
We are one less podcaster this week, but that didn’t stop us from forging forward with another episode.
This week, to punish Shaun for rushing off to enjoy a vacation at Walt Disney World, Keith and Glenn decided to review a story featuring Shaun’s beloved Eighth Doctor in the BBC Audiobook, The Teeth of Ice: 8th Doctor Audio Original written by Andrew Lane and read by Dan Starkey,
Plus, we discuss the announcement that Doctor Who: Redacted will return for season 2.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 562 - Grab Your Parkas [ 43:06 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s show, we dip back into some stories that take place in the fan-created, BBC-sanctioned “Season 6B”. This is the era between The War Games and Spearhead From Space.
This time we review a VERY recent release from Big Finish, Doctor Who: The Second Doctor Adventures: James Robert McCrimmon.
Plus, some news about an upcoming book release.
And, Glenn shares this week’s “Something New, 2 Minute Review”. Well, sort of. You’ll have to listen to find out.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 558 - Creag an Tuire! [ 1:09:45 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
This week we look at the animated version of The Abominable Snowmen which was released with both a Black & White and Color version of the story in the UK in September 2022 and in North America in December 2022. This is our second go-around with the story. We reviewed the reconstruction by Loose Cannon back in Episode 175 – An Intelligent Design.
Plus in our ‘Something New, 2 Minute Review” – Keith gives us a look at the new Doctor Who mobile game, Lost in Time.
And we do get into a spoiler discussion of The Mandalorian Chapter 17: The Apostate. You can skip forward to 00:14:45 to avoid getting spoiled on the episode.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 540 - We've Come to Get Our Ball Back [ 1:02:05 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this episode, we continue our journey through the history of the time war, this time with a review of Doctor Who: The Eighth Doctor Adventure – Time War, Volume 4 by Big Finish Productions.
We also talk trailer news and new Doctor and companion outfit reveals.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode - 534 - Race Fast Safe Car [ 1:05:42 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
It’s book review time. And it’s a long one.
In this episode, we review Temporal Logbook 3: Changed Lives from our friends at Pencil Tip Publishing.
This is an anthology collection by various authors. All proceeds from the publication are donated to SETTLED, an independent charity providing free and trustworthy information, advice, and support in different languages to EU citizens in the UK. And we are excited to have our very own Shaun Collins who was asked to write one of the short stories in the book.
Plus we discuss the recent announcement of a new companion played by Millie Gibson.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 532 - Chance Meetings [ 1:41:06 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
We continue with Act 2 of the Time War and this time land at Bliss’ home colony for Big Finish’s Eighth Doctor – Time War Volume 2,
We discuss our likes and dislikes about this box set.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 530 - Renegade Name Changer [ 58:35 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
After a brief break, we resume our journey through the Time War as we enter Act Two of the story. This time another Timelord enters the foray. We join the Doctor’s granddaughter, Susan with two stories. First, it’s Big Finish Short Trips 7.10 – “All Hands on Deck”, featuring Susan and the Eighth Doctor. Then we move on to the box set, Big Finish’s “Susan’s War”.
Hear what we thought of these stories, plus a quick recap of what we’ve been up to while we were gone.
Enjoy!
Traveling the Vortex - Episode 528 - Hope You Brought Biscuits [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s episode, we wrap up our discussions of Series 13 with our review of Doctor Who Flux – Chapter 6 – The Vanquishers. Find out what we thought of this finale of the series before we head into next year’s specials.
Plus, be sure to listen for the keyword that will get you an entry into our giveaway, You could win a copy of the Doctor Who Fluxx card game from our friends over at Looney Labs. If you already have one, it would make a terrific Christmas gift. But time is running out!
And, you can catch up by checking out all of our Series 13 reviews.
Traveling the Vortex - Episode 510 - The Sontaran Sweet Tooth [ 1:05:34 | 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s delayed episode we look at the long awaited return of a classic Doctor Who monster (maybe?) with our review of the New Year’s Day episode – Resolution. Find out what we thought of the story.
Plus, some news of the week including a classic series find that has us pretty excited.
And, of course, feedback.
Enjoy!
Traveling the Vortex - Episode 413 - Resolution (of the Dalek) [ 48:33 | 45.89 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we examine Series 11, Episode 9, The Witchfinders. Find out what we thought of this period… er… historical episode.
Also, lots of news to report, and give our reactions to.
And, of course, Holly’s feedback.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 408 - A Very Flat Team Structure [ 57:27 | 54.04 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s show we look at Series 11’s latest offering, Kerblam! Find out just how much we disagree with each other in this week’s episode.
Plus. we shake things up and look at news of the week on the back-end of the podcast. Find out what that’s all about.
And, of course, your feedback.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 407 - Special Delivery [ 46:09 | 43.69 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s episode of the podcast we examine the latest Doctor Who story, Demons of the Punjab. Hear what we thought of the latest installment in Series 11.
Also, we look at a couple of news items.
And, of course, your feedback.
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Traveling the Vortex - Episode 406 - Apologies to the Death-Eyed Turtle Army [ 43:50 | 41.57 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
In this week’s episode we review ‘The Tsuranga Conundrum’. Find out what we thought about the fifth story featuring Jodie Whittaker as the 13th Doctor.
Also, we have more news to talk about this week.
And, of course, your feedback.
Enjoy!
Traveling the Vortex - Episode 405 - Podcasting with Don Quixote [ 50:03 | 47.26 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download