Episode List in Order

"The Leisure Hive" Production 5N August 30 - September 20, 1980 The Doctor and Romana visit the planet of Argolis where tachyon technology is being used to restore a dying civilization. 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, we discuss the new version of the theme, the removal of the Radomizer, and the agency of Romana. Pleas...

MUSIC Craig Ferguson of the Late, Late Show creates lyrics for the Doctor Who theme - 11th SEASON RETROSPECTIVE John and Jim discuss the good, the bad, and the funny in Pertwee's final season as the Doctor. Stay tuned for our Pertwee...

"The Horns of Nimon" Production 5L December 22, 1979 - January 12, 1980 The Nimon threaten not only the planet Skonnos, but the Doctor and Romana as well. 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, we are joined by Felicity Kusinitz of the Flopcast. Together, we discuss Felicity's entry into Doctor Who, the restrained performanc...

"Nightmare of Eden" Production 5K November 24 - December 14, 1979 The Doctor and Romana find themselves trapped on a ship that is locked with another ship while dealing with drug runners. 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 look of the Empress, the performance of Tom Baker and Lalla Ward, and the cliffhang...

"The Creature from the Pit" Production 5G October 27 - November 17, 1979 On the planet Chloris, there is a mystery behind a murderous creature that skulks about in a pit. 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 phallic nature of the creature, the voice change of K9, and the villainous Lady Adrasta. Please make...

"City of Death" Production 5H September 29 - October 20, 1979 On holiday in modern day Paris, the Doctor and Romana discover time ripples that have an effect on them and the people of the City of Love. 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 author/podcaster Alan J. Porter to discuss Douglas Adams' humor, La...

"Destiny of the Daleks" Production 5J September 1-22, 1979 The Randomizer takes the TARDIS to Skaro where the Movellans and the Daleks are searching for something in the ruins of the Kaled city. 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 appreciation of Lalla Ward's portrayal of Romana, the ratcheting up of hu...

MUSIC Hank Marvin - Doctor Who (Official Video) SEASON 40 RETROSPECTIVE We take one last look at Ncuti Gatwa's first season as the Doctor. COMIC 86 - Doctor Who - The Threat from Beneath - April 7, 1973 The Daleks attempt an invasion of...

The Key to Time "The Armageddon Factor" Production 5F January 20 - February 20, 1979 The final segment to the Key to Time may prove the most difficult to find as the Black Guardian and his henchman, the Shadow, are hot on the trail as well. 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 John's devotion to Lalla Ward, Ro...

The Key to Time "The Power of Kroll" Production 5E December 23, 1978 - January 13, 1979 The 5th segment to the Key to Time is on a world full of swamps and Swampies that make finding the segment difficulty for the Doctor and Romana. 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 continued marginalization of Romana, ...

The Key to Time "The Androids of Tara" Production 5D November 25 - December 16, 1978 Finding the 4th segment to the Key to Time is easy, but holding it while figuring out who is an android and who is royalty is proving difficult for the Doctor. 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 marginalization of Romana,...

The Key to Time "The Stones of Blood" Production 5C October 28 - November 18, 1978 The third segment to the Key to Time is located on Earth, but will an ancient cult prevent the Doctor and Romana from finding it? 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, yet another cult in a Doctor Who story, the gibes at men by the ladies of ...

The Key to Time "The Pirate Planet" Production 5B September 30 - October 21, 1978 The second segment to the Key to Time is supposed to be on a planet that isn't there, but then suddenly is. Is it the same 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 Douglas Adams' humor, Jim's appreciation for Romana, and the ...

The Key to Time "The Ribos Operation" Production 5A September 2-23, 1978 The Doctor is given an assignment to recover the six segments to the powerful Key to Time. He is also given a new assistant in the form of Time Lady Romana. Their first mission, retrieve the piece on the planet Ribos. 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 episo...

Big Finish "The Ark" June 8, 2023 The TARDIS arrives on Noah's Ark, a space station in the future holding the cryogenic human race. But there is an alien presence as well that wants Earth for itself. 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 Tom Baker's performance, the changes to the story, and modulation of ali...

"The Invasion of Time" Production 4Z February 4 - March 11, 1978 The Doctor returns to Gallifrey to claim his title of President of the High Council, but he appears to have an ulterior motive that could spell the end of Time Lord society. 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 return to Gallifrey, the depart...

"Underworld" Production 4Y January 7-28, 1978 The TARDIS materializes on a ship that has been on a quest to find a lost vessel for over 100,000 years. 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 heavy use of CSO, the set and model design, and the connections with the Ancient Greek legend. Please make sure you ar...

"The Sun Makers" Production 4W November 26 - December 17, 1977 The TARDIS takes the Doctor and Leela to Pluto where they face the Collector of an over-taxed colony. 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 humor balance with the drama, the separation of Tom and Louise in the story, and the history behind this ...

"Image of the Fendahl" Production 4X October 29 - November 19, 1977 A 12,000,000 year old skull may prove to be more than just a link to an alien presence on Earth as the Fendhal prepares to take over. 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 lack of K9, the missed opportunities of Wanda Ventham as a Fendahl, a...

"The Invisible Enemy" Production 4T October 1-22, 1977 In the year 5,000 the and Doctor and Leela fight to stop a virus from becoming so large, it could swarm across the 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 discuss the introduction of K9, the humor of Leela, and the trip inside the Doctor's body. Please mak...

"Horror of Fang Rock" Production 4V September 3-24, 1977 The TARDIS winds up on a lone lighthouse cut off by fog and under siege by a extraterrestrial. 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 continuing strong characterization of Leela, the strange placement of two period pieces back to back, and the Rutans' ...

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"The Talons of Weng-Chiang" Production 4S February 26 - April 2, 1977 The Doctor shows Leela Victorian London and the two find themselves caught up in the mystery of local women going missing. 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 racial stereotypes perpetuated in this story, the continuing development of L...

"The Robots of Death" Production 4R January 29 - February 17, 1977 A murder mystery aboard an alien sand miner has the Doctor eager to solve as he is a suspect. 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 Louise Jameson's performance as Leela, the murder mystery presented, and the art style of the robots and the sand...