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Episode 50 – Reservation of the Daleks

Glenn December 12, 2011 3 Comments

Here we are, fifty episodes in and still going strong. In this show a look back over the last 49.

Plus, our third Adversary Archive featuring the Daleks (second one to feature Davros). This week we review Resurrection of the Daleks with the Fifth Doctor, Tegan and Turlough, the Sixth Doctor and Peri in Revelation of the Daleks, and The Seventh Doctor and Ace story, Remembrance of the Daleks.

Also, our reaction to an incredible news week for Doctor Who fandom, topped off with the announcement of the recovery of two previously missing episodes.

And of course, your feedback.

Here’s to fifty more! Enjoy!

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 50 - Reservation of the Daleks [ 3:39:04 | 200.62 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Daleks, Davros, Remembrance Of The Daleks, Resurrection of the Daleks, Revelation of the Daleks

Episode 49 – The Midnight Special

Glenn December 6, 2011 0 Comments

One day late due to some technical issues (Glenn’s editing computer decided to crash on him mid show) but here is finally is.

A little less heated this weeks as we discuss the very first appearance of River Song in Silence in the Library and Forest of the Dead. Then on to the companion lite story, Midnight, followed by a Doctor lite one, Turn Left.

Also a Chicago TARDIS report (x2) from Dr. Phil, and of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 49 - The Midnight Special [ 2:38:42 | 145.35 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Donna Noble, Forest of the Dead, Midnight, River Song, Silence in the Library, Turn Left

Episode 48 – Exaggerated Caricatures

Glenn November 28, 2011 0 Comments

In this week’s show we get a bit sidetracked (yeah, what else is new?) with our love of Christmas time and the Muppets so, please indulge us.

Also in this cast, a look at more Tenth Doctor goodness with a review of The Doctor’s Daughter and The Unicorn and the Wasp. WARNING: Debate gets a little heated and the volume levels may increase slightly for parts of the show.

Also, we talk a little about this weekend’s Chicago TARDIS convention, and of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 48 - Exaggerated Caricatures [ 2:29:59 | 137.38 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Muppets, The Doctor's Daughter, The Unicorn and the Wasp

Episode 47 – A Dent in the 80’s

Glenn November 22, 2011 0 Comments

In this week’s episode, we revisit The Tenth Doctor and Donna, as they travel to the Planet of the Ood. Then joined by Martha and UNIT as they try to unravel the mystery of The Sontaran Stratagem and The Poison Sky.

Also, we’ll add fuel to the speculation fires as we remark on our hopes, wants, and predictions for a Doctor Who Movie with director David Yates at the helm.

And, of course, your feedback. Enjoy!

Muldwych’s article on the Movie rumors

Here is a video Keith found and is the reason why the Quantum Leap theme was going through our heads all night: Quantum Who [Doctor Who-Quantum Leap style]

While we’re at it, here’s one he found with the Firefly open: Doctor Who – Opening Credits – [Firefly – Style]

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 47 - A Dent in the 80's [ 1:52:39 | 103.19 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Donna Noble, Planet of the Ood, Sontarans, Stratagem, Tenth Doctor, The Poison Sky

Episode 46 – Adversary Archive: The Sontarans

Glenn November 14, 2011 1 Comment

We pilot the TARDIS back through the vortex this week for our latest Adversary Archive: The Sontarans. In this episode we review two classic Sontaran stories, The Sontaran Experiment and The Invasion of Time.

Unfortunately, Glenn fell down on the job this week, and failed to get a copy of Shakedown: Return of the Sontarans to Shaun and Keith, so we will delay our review of that story until a future episode.

Also, we return with more of your feedback, old and new! And we chime in on what’s news in the Whoniverse.

So, sit back and enjoy this week’s show!

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 46 - Adversary Archive: The Sontarans [ 1:50:20 | 101.06 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Sontarans, The Invasion of Time, The Sontaran Experiment

Episode – 45 – Allons-y, Alonso!

Glenn November 7, 2011 0 Comments

The Doctor: What’s your name?
Midshipman Frame: Alonso.
The Doctor: You’re kidding me.
Midshipman Frame: No, is something wrong?
The Doctor: Something else I’ve always wanted to say. Allons-y, Alonso!

We’re headed back to the Tenth Doctor era and the start of Series Four. It also marks the comeback of Donna Noble. This week, our reviews of Voyage of the Damned, Partners in Crime and The Fires of Pompeii. Big news on the Matt Smith front *wink* and of course your feedback. Enjoy!

Traveling the Vortex -Episode - 45 - Allons-y, Alonso! [ 1:58:17 | 108.35 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Astrid, Donna Noble, Tenth Doctor

Episode 44 – It’s the Great Pumpkin, Doctor Who

Glenn October 31, 2011 0 Comments

This is Halloween, this is Halloween, HALLOWEEN!

Draw the curtains, light a candle, and put out the lights, for a frighting edition of Traveling the Vortex. In this week’s show, a look at three stories produced in a Gothic-horror style, The Brain of Morbius, The Seeds of Doom, and Horror of Fang Rock.

And a spooky revelation in the news, as Matt Smith expounds on comments made last week about his departure from Doctor Who. And, as always, feedback from our faithful listeners. SCORBY!

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 44 - It's the Great Pumpkin, Doctor Who [ 2:15:20 | 123.96 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Halloween, Horror Of Fang Rock, Scorby, The Brain Of Morbius, The Seeds Of Doom

Episode 43 – Getting Better All The Time

Glenn October 24, 2011 1 Comment

In this weeks show we revisit Captain Jack and the “crew” for a review of Torchwood Series 2. We recap episode by episode our impressions of each show and the direction of the series on a whole.

Big news this week in the realm of rumor control, with the speculation that Matt Smith might be leaving he series after next year. We chime in on that debate. And, of course a look at the wonderful feedback we receive from our faithful listeners!

Links discussed on the show:

io9 Matt Smith Rumor

Doctor Who: Re-Incarnated

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 43 - Getting Better All The Time [ 2:27:33 | 135.14 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Captain Jack Harkness, Torchwood Season 2

Episode 42 – Life, the Universe, and Steven Moffat

Glenn October 18, 2011 0 Comments

Series Six is “in the can”, as they say, and now a chance to fondly look back over the Matt Smith/Steven Moffat era thus far.

In this episode we review the last two years and take an over all look at Series Five and Six as a whole, and the state of Doctor Who with Moffat at the helm.

Also, a Galley and Chicago Tardis update, news, and of course your feedback.

Enjoy!

Links mentioned in the show:

Chicago TARDIS 2011

Gallifrey 2012: Network 23

Spike Scream Awards

robbiebonham.com

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 40 - Life, the Universe, and Steven Moffat [ 2:38:14 | 144.92 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Amy Pond, Eleventh Doctor, matt smith, River Song, Series Five, Series Six, Steven Moffat, TARDIS

Episode 41 – 76 Totter’s Lane

Glenn October 10, 2011 0 Comments

Following the end of Series Six last week, it’s back to the beginning this week to the story that launched one of television’s greatest sci-fi series.

This week we review The Beginning box set (two-thirds of it anyway) with the stories, An Unearthly Child, Edge of Destruction, and Marco Polo.

And we’ll talk about the news of the week, including some announced DVD releases in the U.S. and of course your feedback.

Links mentioned in this weeks show:

tvshowsondvd.com

The Doctor Who Bar This is their Facebook page. At the time of this post the Blogger site mentioned in the show has been moved.

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 41 - 76 Totter's Lane [ 2:15:52 | 124.45 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

An Unearthly Child, Edge Of Destruction, Marco Polo, William Hartnell

Episode 40 – Who Knows What Evil Lurks

Glenn October 5, 2011 1 Comment

After a terrific 13 week run, Series Six finally wraps with The Wedding of River Song. We’ll let you know what we thought about this year’s season finale.

Plus, another finale as well for The Key To Time series with The Armageddon Factor.

Also, news about the end of Doctor Who Confidential, and of course your feedback.

Links from this show:

Save Doctor Who Confidential – The Petition

Save Doctor Who Confidential – The Twibbon

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 40 - Who Knows What Evil Lurks? [ 2:39:01 | 145.65 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Amy Pond, matt smith, River Song, Romana, Series Six, The Armageddon Factor, The Key To Time, The Wedding Of River Song

Episode 39 – Stormageddon: Dark Lord of All

Glenn September 26, 2011 0 Comments

Here we are at the penultimate episode of Series Six. It’s been a good time, with lots of ups and downs this season, and this week’s episode in no exception. Here’s our review of Closing Time with the return of James Corden reprising his role as Craig Owens. But, first a review of the fifth story in the key to time, The Power of Kroll. Plus as usual, your feedback!

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 39 - Stormageddon: Dark Lord of All [ 2:33:19 | 140.42 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Closing Time, Craig Owens, James Corden, The Key To Time, The Power Of Kroll

Episode 38 – Hotel California

Glenn September 19, 2011 0 Comments

“You can checkout any time you like,
But you can never leave!”

This week we “check in” to the latest episode of Series Six with a review of The God Complex. But, before that, it’s medieval sword play, colorful costumes, and robot impostors, oh… and our review of The Androids of Tara, the fourth part to the Key to Time series.

And as usual, news and your feedback. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this weeks show:

Star Wars on Blu Ray

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 38 - Hotel California [ 2:16:24 | 124.94 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Amy Pond, Androids, matt smith, Romana, The God Complex, Tom Baker

Episode 37 – New and Improved!

Glenn September 12, 2011 1 Comment

Here we are this week, and as the title suggests, we are new and improved. Or, perhaps we should just say cleaner and clearer?

This week we continue our review of the Key to Time series with The Stones of Blood. Then the most recent installment of series six with The Girl Who Waited. Hopefully you won’t have to.

Links mentioned in this week’s show:

GQ.com – Matt Smith’s Most Stylish DJ

Doctor Who: Re-Incarnated

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 37 - New and Improved! [ 1:36:28 | 88.38 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Amy Pond, matt smith, The Girl Who Waited, The Stones, Tom Baker

Episode 36 – Don’t Panic!

Glenn September 5, 2011 0 Comments

“A plank. The theory is very simple: You walk along it. At the end, you fall off. Drop one thousand feet… dead.”

In this week’s episode we review the next installment in The Key To Time series – The Pirate Planet as well as the newest Eleventh Doctor outing with Night Terrors.

Links mentioned in the week’s show:

Doctor Who: Re-Incarnated

Dragon*Con 2011: Sylvester McCoy Reads From ‘The Pandorica Opens’

Doctor Who: Adventures in Time, Space, and Music

Wikipedia – Doctorate

Traveling the Vortex - Episode 36 - Don't Panic! [ 2:18:26 | 126.81 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Fourth Doctor, Mary Tamm, matt smith, Night Terrors, The Key To Time, The Pirate Planet

Doctor Who Book Club - Traveling the Vortex

Doctor Who Book Club - Traveling the Vortex

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We love Doctor Who. We love the podcast Traveling the Vortex. We love books. If any of those apply to you, then come join the fun! Traveling the Vortex is a Doctor Who podcast where three Whovians review everything to do with Doctor Who - including books. Some of us haven't read everything the Vortex Boys have reviewed, so this book club is how we're going to do it. Check back often to find out which book we're reading this month.

Books we're currently reading

Doctor Who: The Nightmare Fair

Doctor Who: The Nightmare Fair
by Graham Williams
Start date: February 1, 2024

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