"Carnival of Monsters" Production PPP January 27 - February 17, 1973   The Doctor's first trip in the TARDIS takes him to the Indian Ocean in 1926, but the ship he lands on comes under attack from a dinosaur!   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Jim's missing Earthbound stories, the Drashigs design, and...

William Russell Enoch left us on June 3, 2024. For 78 episodes, he portrayed the character of Ian Chesterton, a science teacher whisked away with fellow teacher Barbara Wright by the Doctor and his granddaughter Susan in their time machine, the TARDIS. He was the template for what a male companion to the Doctor should be. With his passing, John and Jim pause their viewing of Doctor Who to discuss the character and the actor. For Jim, who started his journey in the TARDIS from the beginning,...

"The Three Doctors" Production RRR December 30, 1972 - January 20, 1973   The Time Lords call on all three incarnations of the Doctor to deal with a singularity that leads into another universe.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they are joined by fellow podcaster J.B. Anderton of the Doctor Who Gives a F*uck?...

MUSIC Delaware Version - https://youtu.be/auwzrERev0w?si=EpWLUjsjr2zDQIGf   SEASON 8 RETROSPECTIVE   COMICS 72 - Doctor Who - The Vogan Slaves - May 29 - July 17, 1971 The Doctor winds up on a generational ship transporting slaves to the Vogan home world.   We hope you enjoy this discussion and as a Patreon member, we ask that if there is something you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast, do not hesitate to reach out to us by email at [email protected].   Join our Patreon...

"The Mutants" Production OOO May 20 - June 12, 1972   The Master returns with a plan to capture the ancient Chronovore, Kronos, from the priests of Atlantis.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the design of Kronos, the talents of Ingrid Pitt, and Jo's fashion sense.   Please make sure you are...

"The Mutants" Production NNN April 8 - May 13, 1972   The Doctor and Jo are sent on another mission by the Time Lords to help with the evolution of the native species by the Earth Empire.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the mutant design, Jo Grant as a pawn, and the Star Wars connections with the...

"The Sea Devils" Production LLL February 26 - April 1, 1972   Ships go missing at sea and it appears the Master might be connected to it even though he is in prison.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss how much better a story this is compared to "The Silurians", the use of the British Navy, and the...

"The Curse of Peladon" Production MMM January 29 - February 19, 1972   The TARDIS takes the Doctor and Jo to the planet Peladon that is on the verge of entering the Galactic Federation. But a mysterious, ancient creature threatens the negotiations.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss how Jo Grant has...

"Day of the Daleks" Production KKK January 1-22, 1972   The Daleks have conquered Earth once again in the future and infiltrate the past in order to maintain their hold.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss how the Ogrons, the connections to stories past, and the lackluster return of the Daleks.   ...

Patrick Troughton played the Doctor for nearly three full years from 1966-1969.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the "mercurial" performance of Patrick Troughton, the perceptions fans have of Patrick Troughton based solely on the almost complete sixth season, and his companions.   Please make sure you...

"The Daemons" Production JJJ May 22 - June 19, 1971   A race of alien scientists have returned to one of their first experiments - Earth - and are ready to pass judgement.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. They are joined in this episode by writer/podcaster Alan J. Porter. In this episode, they discuss how cool the Brigadier is,...

"Colony in Space" Production HHH April 10 - May 15, 1971   The Doctor's first trip in the TARDIS in over a year takes him and Jo to the planet Exarius on a mission for the Time Lords.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss a scheme worthy of the Master, Jim's disappointment in the lack of color of this...

"The Claws of Axos" Production GGG March 13 - April 3, 1971 An alien race offers a cure all for humanity, but it comes at a terrible price. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss freak weather conditions, Bill Filer - Man of Action, and the Doctor's selfishness. Please make sure you are subscribed to our...

"The Mind of Evil" Production FFF January 30 - March 6, 1971   The Master has a new plan to destroy the Earth by using an alien intelligence that feeds on the fears of humanity.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss a Benton/Yates adventure, ethnic casting, and the return of the Master.   Please make...

"Terror of the Autons" Production EEE January 2 - 23, 1971 A new evil arrives on Earth and he awakens an old evil that has periled the planet before.   Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the introductions of the Master, Jo Grant, and Mike Yates, the updated special effects, and the return of the Autons....

Join us as we present another Patreon exclusive as a preview of all the wonderful things we do over on Patreon.  For just $3 a month, you get extra weekly content in the form of discussions on music, comics, novels, audio dramas and more.  We'll be back next week with the premiere of our look at the 8th season of Doctor Who - "Terror of the Autons".   MUSIC Doctor Who Theme on a Banjo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FphlLCQgMPw Extra: Frazer Hines sings Who's Doctor Who? -...

"Inferno" Production DDD May 9 - June 20, 1970 The Doctor is pushed into an alternate universe where Earth is several hours ahead in a project that is trying to penetrate the Earth's crust. The problem is, the results prove disastrous. Can the Doctor escape and warn his Earth in time to save the world. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who...

"The Ambassadors of Death" Production CCC March 21 - May 2, 1970 The astronauts of Mars Probe 7 are missing, but then who are the astronauts that were taken from the capsule? Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they the deepening of the relationship of the Doctor and the Brigadier, the ineffectiveness of UNIT soldiers,...

"Doctor Who and the Silurians" Production BBB January 31 - March 14, 1970 A menace from beneath the planet brings with it prehistoric creatures and a deadly plague. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they the trust issues of the Doctor and the Brigadier, the working relationship of the Doctor and Liz, and the...

"Spearhead from Space" Production AAA January 3-24, 1970 The Doctor teams up with the Brigadier and UNIT to stave off an invasion of the Nestine Conscience. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Liz Shaw as a companion, the Doctor's tattoo, and the Pertwee Gurn. Please make sure you are subscribed to our...

Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the impact of black and white episodes of Doctor Who, the differences between William Hartnell and Patrick Troughton's portrayals, and the best and worst of the entire six years of the 60s era. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major...

"The War Games, Part Two" Production ZZ April 19 - June 21, 1969 The situation with the warring aliens reaches a point that the Doctor can't deal with it alone. He's forced to call in his own people - the Time Lords. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the evil of the Time Lords, do all Gallifreyans...

"The War Games, Part One" Production ZZ April 19 - June 21, 1969 The Doctor, Jamie and Zoe, land in the middle of WWI, but the landscape quickly changes and they are facing a Roman legion. Are they on Earth? Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the pacing of the story, the buildup of plot elements, and...

"The Space Pirates" Production YY March 8 - April 12, 1969 The TARDIS winds up in the middle of a pirate raid of a space beacon and the Doctor has to determine who leads the Space Pirates. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the writing of Robert Holmes, the model work in the story, and the performances...

"The Seeds of Death" Production XX January 25 - March 1, 1969 In the future, the Ice Warriors take control of the official teleport system for the planet Earth with plans to terraform the planet. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the Ice Lords, Jamie getting more to do, and the very attractive Gia...