Episode 516 – The Politics of Gallifrey

In our travels through the history of the Time War, we come to the end of the Prologue as war has come to Gallirey’s doorstep. This week we review Big Finish’s Gallifrey: Time War 1.1 Celestial Intervention by David Llewellyn & 1.2 Soldier Obscura by Tim Foley.

Plus we look at the animated 5th episode of the Web of Fear which was recently released on DVD in North America.

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Episode 515 – No Clowning Around

We continue our journey through the events leading up to the Time War. This time we review all four parts of Big Finish Productions’ The War Master 2; The Master of Callous. Find out what we thought of our first experience with Derek Jacobi playing his incarnation of The Master in audio.

Plus, we tangent a bit as we discuss The Book of Boba Fett on Disney+

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Episode 514 – A Madman’s Prison

This time on Traveling the Vortex… the Vortex Boys continue their journey through the Time War, as they make their way among the prologue. This time, it’s Big Finish’s Ravenous 3.1 – Deeptime Frontier by Matt Fitton and 3.2 Companion Piece by John Dorney, both featuring the Eighth Doctor. We discuss the confusion and connections that the stories have to the greater theme.

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Episode 513 – Saving Everyone Whether They Deserve It or Not

This week we begin our journey through the Time War as we attempt to listen to all related Big Finish material in a, somewhat chronological order. We’re using the chart below as our guide on this quest. First up in the prologue section is Shadow of the Daleks Volumes 1 and 2 featuring Peter Davison as the Fifth Doctor.  Come along on the journey and let us know your thoughts on our Listeners Forum on Facebook.

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Schedule Interlude 2

Arissa staggered back into the control room of the Masters TARDIS, dragging a massive shield and broadsword behind her, leaving a deep gouge on the floor. She heaved a sigh, dropped the armaments to clatter on the floor and closed the door. “So much for the Land of Fiction.”

She set the coordinates and dematerialized, and the time rotor began rising and falling, indicating flight. “Don’t worry, Masters, I’ll use the fast return switch to send the ship back to you once I’m done with it.”

She caught sight of her reflection in one of the mirrored surfaces lining the room and noticed the mud and blood that caked her face. “But first things first, time to hit the showers.”

She took two steps away from the console, then stepped back. “Well, THIS first things first.” She said, and hit the transmit button, sending the schedule spinning out into the cosmos.

The Time War: Prologue

Genesis of the Daleks, Shadow of the Daleks 1, Shadow of the Daleks 2

Ravenous 3.1 Deeptime Frontier, Ravenous 3.2 Companion Piece

The War Master 2 – The Master of Callous (4 Stories)

Galifrey: Time War 1.1 – Celestial Intervention, Galifrey: Time War 1.2 – Soldier Obscura, Time Lord Victorious

 

The Time War: Act One

The War Master 3 – Rage of the Time Lords, The Diary of River Song 5.4 – Concealed Weapon

UNIT: The New Series 6 – Cyber Reality (4 Stories)

The War Master 5 – Hearts of Darkness (4 Stories)

The War Master 4 – Anti-Genesis (4 Stories)

Episode 512 – Déjà Vu Again!

We start the new year off with a review of the New Year’s Day special, Eve of the Daleks. Hear what we thought of the story,

Plus, we talk about our Christmas celebrations.

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Side Trip 41 – The Christmas Dimension

A little special Christmas cheer for our listeners. In this special Side Trip, we review the Big Finish Subscriber Short story, The Christmas Dimension featuring the Third Doctor and Liz. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

 

 

 

Episode 511 – The Dalek Factor

In this week’s show, we got around to finally seeing The Evil of the Daleks that was recently released in North America. We discuss the story that’s been lost in time and tell you what we thought of it and the animation that it is presented in.

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Episode 510 – The Sontaran Sweet Tooth

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.

 

Episode 505 – Man’s Best Friend, reviewing Chapter One – The Halloween Apocolypse

Episode 506 – Pan-Fried Sontarans, reviewing Chapter Two – War of the Sontarans

Episode 507 – The Gathering Timestorm, reviewing Chapter Three – Once, Upon Time

Episode 508 – Quantum Extraction, reviewing Chapter Four – Village of the Angels  

Episode 509 – Fetch Your Dog, reviewing Chapter Five – Survivors of the Flux

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Episode 509 – Fetch Your Dog

We near the end of Series 13 of Doctor Who with a review of Chapter 5: Survivors of the Flux. In this episode of the podcast, we review the story and examine possible outcomes for the Flux storyline.

Plus, don’t forget to listen for the keyword for your chance to enter and win a copy of the Doctor Who Fluxx card game from Looney Labs

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Episode 508 – Quantum Extraction

Our travels through the Whoniverse continue this week. This time we review Doctor Who Flux – Chapter Four – Village of the Angels. Find out what we thought about this episode.

Plus, don’t forget to listen for the keyword in this podcast episode, so you can be entered to win a Doctor Who Fluxx card game from our friend at Looney Labs.

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Episode 507 – The Gathering Timestorm

‘Doctor Who Flux’ continues with Chapter Three: Once, Upon Time. We give our views and impression in the third story of the current season. We discuss the highs, the lows, and if this story is still making any sense.

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Episode 506 – Pan-Fried Sontarans

We return this week with another review from Doctor Who Flux, this time Chapter Two, War of the Sontarans. Hear what we thought of the story and the classic redesign approach to the Sontarans.

Plus, we talk about Marvel’s Eternals. No spoilers, though.

Enjoy!