Episode List in Order

Episode Title: "Disco Who" - A 70s RetrospectiveSPECIAL HIATUS EPISODE - PATREON BONUS NOW AVAILABLE TO ALL!This episode was originally produced for Patreon sponsors in July 2025 and is now being shared with main feed listeners to showcase the bonus content available through Patreon membership ($3/month gets early access, exclusive episodes, and more!).THE DECADE THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING: From Jon Pertwee's January 3, 1970 debut to Tom Baker's dominance through 1979, John and Jim reflect on te...

John and Jim wrap up their year long look at the Tom Baker era with a retrospective shaped with a framing letter from Patreon listener, Jamieson. We discuss Tom's three eras, his companions, and why he is considered one of the greats among the Doctors.Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community.Join our Patreon ...

"Logopolis"Production 5VFebruary 28 - March 21, 1981In an attempt to fix the chameleon circuit, the Doctor finds the Master has survived and is causing chaos on the planet, Logopolis, which hold the secret to the universe's survival.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 Tegan, the connecti...

"The Keeper of Traken"Production 5TJanuary 31 - February 21, 1981On the way to Gallifrey, the TARDIS is taken over by the Keeper of Traken who needs the Doctor's help with a wave of evil that is washing over the peaceful union.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 Nyssa, the rapport betwee...

"Warriors' Gate"Production 5SJanuary 3-24, 1981The TARDIS winds up in the void between E-Space and N-Space, but the gateway is guarded by robots created by those rebelling against their enslavers.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 abrupt departure of Romana, the sidelining of Adric and K9, and the conv...

"State of Decay"Production 5PNovember 22 - December 13, 1980The TARDIS takes the Doctor, Romana and Adric to a world where the people appear backward despite indications of high technology. Moreso, a threat from the Time Lords' past is hiding in plain sight.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 sidelining of...

"Full Circle"Production 5ROctober 25. - November 15, 1980Trapped in E-Space, the Doctor and Romana encounter Adric and a mystery that has kept his people in darkness for decades.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 story of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, we discuss the premiere of Adric, the opportunity of a lifetime for Andrew Smith, and the sidelining of both ...

"Meglos"Production 5NSeptember 27 - October 18, 1980The Doctor comes to help the people of Tygella, but is it really him?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 makeup on Tom Baker, the double act of Gregger and Brotadec, and the return of Jacqueline Hill to Doctor Who.Please make sure you are subscribed to ...

"The Leisure Hive"Production 5NAugust 30 - September 20, 1980The 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...