Tag Archive: First Doctor

Episode 578 – Once Upon a Midnight Dreary

This week we examine two stories featuring Edgar Allan Poe and his writings and influences.

First, we look at the Big Finish Books short story The True and Indisputable Facts in the Matter of the Ram’s Skull by Mark Michalowski in the book ‘Short Trips – Zodiac’.

Then we review Big Finish’s Eighth Doctor Adventures 4.3 – Nevermore by Alan Barnes.

Plus we discuss the reported departure of Millie Gibson’s Ruby Sunday after the next season of the story. (NOTE: It should be mentioned here that more information has been coming to light about this news since we recorded our conversation about it)

Enjoy!


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Episode 497 – MUCHO MASTER – Enter the Inventor

In this week’s episode of the podcast, we examine the first story in Big Finish’s ‘The First Doctor Adventures’ Volume 1, episode one The Destination Wars.

Next, we look at issues 2 and 3 of Titan Comic’s Doctor Who: Missy series.

Find out what we thought of these stories featuring one of the Doctor’s greatest… frienemies?

Enjoy!

 

 

Episode 466 – A Horse With No Name

We return with another LOST IN TIME review. This time it’s the First Doctor, Steven, and Vicki in The Myth Makers. We review both the TV episodes and the Target novelization. Find out what we thought of the story.

Plus, we discuss some news and talk a little about the “Time Lord Victorious” event that has already kicked off in several media.

Enjoy!

 

 

 

Side Trip 39 – Avast Ye Space Lubbers!

Glenn returns this week with another Doctor Who comics review. Moving on through the First Doctor’s timeline, this time the stories The Therovian Quest and The Hijackers of Thrax from 1965’s TV Comics.

 

 

 

Links mentioned in the show:

Doctor Who – The Complete Adventures by Andrew Kearley

 

Side Trip 37 – Little Green Men

Yes, it’s been a while, and we are returning, but not just yet. So, to hold you over, here is a long-promised filler Short Trip episode. Glenn continues his reviews of the Doctor’s adventures through the years in comics. This time, a review of the first Doctor Who story to be published in TV Comic back in November of 1964. The Doctor meets, for the first time, his grandchildren, John and Gillian in Doctor Who and the Klepton Parasites.

Enjoy!

 

 

Links mentioned in the show:

Doctor Who – The Complete Adventures by Andrew Kearley

The Comic Strip Companion: The Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to Doctor Who in Comics: 1964 – 1979

Side Trip 32 – Here We Go a Caroling

A special Christmas gift for our listeners, our 2018 Christmas Special! In this year’s special we review two Doctor Who Christmas offerings. First, its the Big Finish Short Trip, The Little Drummer Boy. Then we review another Big Finish Short Trip with O Tannenbaum.

We hope you enjoy!

Cheers, and Merry Christmas to all of our listeners!

Episode 412 – Santa, He’s Not

In this week’s show we look at another ‘Lost In Time’ story with the First Doctor, Steven, and Dodo in The Celestial Toymaker. Find out what we think of this classic story.

Also, we have some news this week about another endeavor the Vortex Boys are becoming involved with that we are really excited about.

Enjoy!

 

 

Episode 393 – The Destruction of the Podcast

At last we conclude our ‘Master Plan of the Daleks’ Master Plan’ with the last four stories in this epic arc, Golden Death, Escape Switch, The Abandoned Planet and The Destruction of Time. Hear what we thought of the conclusion of the story.

And some news about another leak this week.

Plus, your feedback.

Enjoy!

 

Episode 392 – Podcast of the Sun

Way late this week, sorry for that. But, we continue our trek through The Daleks’ Master Plan with our third part and review Coronas of the Sun, The Feast of Steven and Volcano. Hear what we think.

Also, this week’s news.

And your feedback.

Enjoy!

 

 

Episode 390 – Episode of Armageddon

In this week’s episode we embark on our ‘Daleks’ Master Plan, Master Plan’ and begin our journey with the Doctor, Steven, Katarina, and Bret Vyon with a review of Mission to the Unknown, The Nightmare Begins, and Day of Armageddon. Hear what we thought of the first three parts of the epic The Daleks’ Master Plan saga.

Also, some news this week, including lots of stuff from this year’s San Diego Comic-Con.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

Episode 345 – No Real Bad Guy

In this week’s show we explore two offerings from the Big Finish Companion Chronicles range. First it’s Season 3: #1 “Here There Be Monsters” featuring Susan and performed by Carol Ann Ford. Next is Season 3: #7 “The Transit of Venus”, this time featuring Ian performed by William Russell. Hear what we have to say about these two First Doctor era adventures.

Plus, new of the week including more Big Finish and Candy Jar Books announcements.

And, of course, your feedback. 

Enjoy!