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A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time.
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Episode 73 – The Rogues & Renegades of Rassilon | Late again this week, but it’s finally here. In this week’s episode of Traveling the Vortex, we look back over the last few weeks of stories reviewed and focus on the rogues and renegades of Doctor Who. We focus our attention on The Meddling Monk, The War Chief, Omega, The Master, and The Rani. Also how The Doctor, and perhaps even Rassilon fit this title. Also, our take on the news of the week, and of course your feedback. Enjoy! As we laughed about for quite a while in this week’s episode….a Chimp surprises twins at a zoo | 5/23/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 72 – Marmite and the Rani | In this week’s episode we explore another Adversary Archive, this time with a look at The Rani. We review two classic stories, first the Sixth Doctor’s encounter with The Rani in The Mark of the Rani. Then we tackle the Seventh Doctor’s first story in Time and the Rani. Then stick around after our portion for a look at the music of these two stories, brought to you by Dr. Phil from Adventures In Time, Space and Music Podcast. Also, a look at this week’s news, and lots of feedback from our listeners this week. Enjoy! As mentioned in Mark’s feedback, the Marmite Rice Cakes! | 5/14/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 71 – Your Horoscope for Today | On this week’s episode of Traveling the Vortex, we take a brief step out of the time vortex for a review of The Sarah Jane Smith Adventures, Series 2. Also, it was superhero day for Keith and Shaun with a weekend trip to Omaha, Nebraska for Comic Book Day to meet “fake” Adam Baldwin (they swear he was real, but I’m still skeptical) then back to Topeka for a screening of The Avengers on the night of the “Super Moon”. Also, a little spoiler action, as we talk Daleks in the new series. YOU’VE BEEN WARNED! And of course your (er, Holly’s) feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: AnimeNebaskon Novemeber 2-4, 2012 Gareth Roberts on Twitter – @OldRoberts953 Clark Gregg on Twitter – @clarkgregg | 5/8/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 70 – The Omega Factor | In this week’s episode we continue our look at Gallifrey’s baddies in our continuing overview of rouge Time Lords. This time it’s the co-creator of Time Lord society, Omega. We’ll first take an in-depth look at the Fifth Doctor story, Arc of Infinity, and then a review of the Big Finish Audio production of Omega. Also, we get a tad off topic (what else is new?) and ponder a curious dichotomy in the Pooh-niverse. Plus, a peek at the news going on this week surrounding our favorite series. And, of course, your feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned in this week’s show: Brits – Lawrence, KS Dalek atop MIT | 4/30/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 69 – War Games and Other Tangents | The wait is over, this week’s episode is finally released! Thank you for your patience. On this week’s show we continue to look at renegade Time Lords as we focus our review on the final Second Doctor story – The War Games. We’ll talk about the departure of Patrick Troughton’s Doctor, as well as a goodbye to his two faithful companions, Zoe and Jamie. Also, in feedback we get a little off track to answer some very insightful questions from one of our devout listeners. And a look at the news… albeit a very slow week in the Doctor Who universe. Enjoy! Links mentioned in this week’s show: James Hance: Relentlessly Cheerful Art Adventures with the Wife in Space John Travolta – Time Traveler? Nicolas Cage – Vampire? Surely there’s a FACE/OFF joke to be made here somewhere? And now, Matt Smith playing with his hair… And Matt Smith playing with the Beatles? Steven Moffat’s reaction on Twitter: | 4/25/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 68 – Stop! Tudor Time | In this week’s episode we delve into another Companion Archive, this time featuring Big Finish’s companion roster contibution, Evelyn Smythe. This time we review the The Sixth Doctor audios, The Marian Conspiracy, The Spectre of Lanyon Moor, and Bloodtide. This show marks the return of a certain TTV mascot. Also, Karen Gillan joins the Twitterverse. And of course your feedback! Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Karen Gilian on Twitter The Pirates! in an Adventure with Scientists Wikipedia page | 4/16/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 67 – Fish Fingers, Custard, and a Panda Bear in a Chair | In this week’s episode of Traveling the Vortex, we start our ongoing Adversary Archive on The Renegades. We start off this time with a look at The Meddling Monk in the First Doctor adventure, The Time Meddler. Also, our review of the first outing for Big Finish in it’s Doctor Who main line adventures, The Sirens of Time. Plus, the BIG news of the week was the leak of a MAJOR spoiler from the shooting set of the Seventh Series. Don’t worry, we won’t spoil anything for you, we talk about outlets being responsible when it comes to spoilers leading up to Fall. Oh, and of course, your feedback! Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: One Kansas Author – Robert Collins’ blog The Preachrs Podcast | 4/9/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 66 – Get Your Kicks | On this week’s episode of Traveling the Vortex we have a special treat for our listeners. This week we have an interview with Simon Fisher-Becker who plays Dorium Maldovar in the stories The Pandorica Opens, A Good Man Goes to War and then again in The Wedding of River Song. Also, this is our second Companion Archive in which we take a look at two Leela stories, The Face of Evil and Robots of Death. Plus our reaction to the Series 7 trailer, the latest news, and of course, your feedback. Enjoy! Whovians of Wichita Simon Fisher-Becker Website | 4/2/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 65 – Planet Comicon | This week we postpone our Companion archive of Fourth Doctor traveling associate, Leela in lieu of some coverage of this weekends Kansas City Planet Comicon, which the three of us attended. We’ll talk about our experiences at the con including the special meet up with other fans from the area who also love Doctor Who. And our own Keith, dressed as the 11th Doctor for the program. We’ll tell you about his experiences at this year’s convention as well. Also, we’re talking new companion, and a little on the Official Doctor Who Convention that went on in the U.K on Saturday and Sunday. Oh, and of course, your feedback. Enjoy! Planet Comicon Official Doctor Who Convention Slugcast Kansas City Time Lord Society | 3/26/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 64 – Will You Still Need Me? | In this week’s podcast we take a look at three more Eight Doctor Big Finish Audios starring Paul McGann and India Fisher. First up is Minuet In Hell, featuring the return of Nicholas Courtney once again in the role of Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart. Then, the old time radio stylings of Invaders From Mars. Finally a glimpse into companion Charley Pollard’s past with a review of The Chimes of Midnight. Plus a look at the week’s news in the Doctor Who Universe, and of course, your feedback. Enjoy! | 3/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 63 – Lady Fancypants | In this week’s episode we tackle another Adversary Archive – The Cybermen 2.0. A look at two stories featuring the silver giants, the Sixth Doctor’s encounter with the Cybermen in Attack of the Cybermen, and the Seventh Doctor’s go around with the metal menace, Silver Nemesis. Also, some birthday wishes for five artists who have left their impressions in the Whoniverse, and a look at some of the stories making headlines in Doctor Who news. Oh, and of course, you feedback. Links mentioned in this week’s show: Reference videos in “Odd Duck Phil’s message: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sbqv3MwwVd8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1Oy0oK38gc&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxMd93aCvd0 Steven Moffat didn’t have River Song Mapped Out (As mentioned in Andrew’s Feedback) Alex’s Blog Entry on the Treatment of Cybermen in “New Who” Doctor Who Podcast Alliance Dirk Gently on BBC4 Johnathan Nathan Turner & Colin Baker sporting Hawaiian shirts Sarah Jane Smith – Big Finish Den of Geek – Top 10 Cybermen Stories | 3/12/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 62 – The Tin Dog Saves the Day | This week we step away from the Doctor Who series to tackle another spin-off of our favorite show, The Sarah Jane Adventures. We look at the complete First Series of the popular British children’s series. Also, a look at this weeks news including the never-ending “will he / won’t he leave the series” saga surrounding Eleventh Doctor, Matt Smith. And reaction to Steven Moffat’s comment on his liking the new monsters in Doctor Who over the classic monsters. And of course your feedback. Enjoy! Confessions of a Neowhovian | 3/5/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 61 – Eternal Confusion | In this week’s episode we tackle the three stories contained in the Black Guardian Box Set. First a look at the Fifth Doctor story, Mawdryn Undead, featuring the return of everyone’s favorite Brigadier, and the introduction of Vislor Turlough as the newest companion. Next, more Fifth Doctor fun with the story Terminus. And finally to wrap it all up a review of fan favorite Enlightenment. Also, a look at the week’s news…er lack of news today. And of course, your feedback. Enjoy! | 2/27/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 60 – Where the @#$% Is Eric Roberts? (Gallifrey One 2012) | Shaun and Mel’s long awaited Gallifry One: Network 23 recap. In this episode the two will recount their trip to this year’s Doctor Who convention in California, including the good with the bad. Also, we should note there is some strong (but not too strong) language in this particular episode. Also, a look at this week’s news, and of course your feedback. Enjoy! Gallifrey One’s official website | 2/22/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 11 – Tick Tock Goes The Clock, Gally’s Now A Wrap | Shaun and Mel file one more update for us from their adventures at Gallifrey One’s Network 23 Doctor Who Convention in Los Angeles, California. They recap the 3 days of the convention, and offer a summery of the entire event. Be sure to check the feeds later this week for the next Episode of Traveling the Vortex. Shaun and Mel will join Keith and I for an overall Gally wrap on all of the weekends events. Just a note, since Shaun and Mel will not return from California until late Monday, we will be recording the show on Tuesday night this week. Look for the show on Wednesday. Enjoy! | 2/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 10 – I Can Haz Ribbons? | Shaun and Mel joins us again from Lobbycon at Gallifrey One’s Network 23 Doctor who Convention in L.A. This time they talk about the ribbon culture that surrounds the convention every year and what you might need to do to be prepared for next year’s con. Another update will follow on the heels of this one so stay tuned! Enjoy! | 2/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 9 – Drezzing For The Occasion | Okay, one more tonight. Couldn’t leave the listeners hanging. Mel and Shaun check in one more time tonight with an update from Gallifrey One’s Network 23 in California. I’m sure tonight they will be exhausted, sleeping deeply, and dreaming of the fond memories they have had at this year’s convention. But, we will have more from them when they return on Monday to Kansas. But here you are, another fine update. Enjoy! | 2/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 8 – Con + Cosplay = Happiness | One more tonight, but more promised tomorrow. This time Mel and Shaun talk about all the great cosplaying going on at this year’s Gally. Gallifrey One’s Network 23 is wrapping tonight in sunny California, and Shaun and Mel are winding down from the big weekend. But there are more updates to come as they continue to come in and we put them together for the feed. Hope you are having fun. Enjoy! | 2/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 7 – Breaking the Bank | More gally goodness coming your way. Mel joins Shaun again fro Gallifrey One’s Network 23 Doctor Who Convention in L.A. More on their trip through the autograph lines, and rubbing elbows with the stars of Doctor Who. Be sure to check back frequently, the updates are rolling in at a fevered pace now that the con is wrapping up. Enjoy! | 2/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 6 – The Big Finish Conundrum | Shaun turns in, for us another update from Gallifrey One’s Network 23 from Los Angeles, California. He is joined once again by Mel, to recount more from Saturday, and their autograph hunt. Also, a fun story about Mel on a mission to deliver wardrobe to Paul McGann and his son Jake. My apologies to Shaun and Mel, and you the listener for posting this one so late. Shaun had it sent earlier today, but it has been a hectic Sunday. Enjoy! | 2/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 5 – Words With Friends | Once again, Shaun files an update for Day 2 of Gallifrey One’s Networtk 23, the Doctor Who Convention going on right now in L.A. More from today’s cosplayers and autograph lines. It sounds like Shaun and Mel will be a little broke when they return from Gally on Monday. Be sure to check back soon, Shaun will have more on the Doctor Who: The Movie reunion panel with stars from the 1996 show. Enjoy! | 2/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 4 – Podcasters R Us | Shaun reports in for Day 2 of Gallifrey One’s Networtk 23, the Doctor Who Convention going on right now at the Marriott Los Angeles Airport in beautiful sunny California. Today, Shaun gets some pointers from some of the longest running podcast hosts and some first timers as well at the Podcaster’s Panel. Also he’ll touch on some of the cosplaying going on at this years con. Be sure to check back soon, because upon editing this one for the feed, the 5th update came in as well. It will be posted soon! Enjoy! | 2/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 3 – Tickled Blue | Two updates on the same day? Unheard of! Yes, that’s right, Shaun has recorded another update from Gallifrey One’s Network 23, going on right now in Los Angeles, California. And joining him in this one, is his companion and girlfriend, Mel. Shaun and Mel recount more of their “official” Day 1 at the premier Doctor Who convention in North America. And this time, we get to hear a special message from one of the convention guests. Also, more on the Eighth Doctor’s console which is on display, an a meeting with Eight himself, Mr. Paul McGann. Shaun is going to be talking about this for weeks I’m sure. Enjoy! | 2/18/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 2 – The Care And Feeding Of Your Mel | Here is Shaun’s second update from Gallifrey One’s Network 23, continuing with his promise to keep our listeners updated on the con. Be sure to check back frequently for updates on the massive Doctor Who convention in California throughout the weekend. Sounds like Shaun, Mel, and all of the revelers at Gally are having a wonderful time. Wish I were there. Enjoy! | 2/17/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gally Update 1 – Lobby-Con Queso | As many of you know, Shaun is in California this weekend for Gallifrey One’s – Network 23 Doctor Who Convention. He has promised to keep out listeners updated on the con. This is the first of hopefully, many audio updates we will be bringing you throughout the weekend. And be sure to check out Shaun’s blog updates from Gally, also posted here on this feed. Keith and I are extremely jealous right now by the way. Enjoy! | 2/17/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 59 – Fun & Spectacle | In this week’s episode we take a look back at the Russell T. Davies era and the triumphant return of Doctor Who to the television airwaves. His highest and lowest moments, the good and the bad of RTD’s time as show runner. Also, a look at the week’s news stories, and of course your feedback. Oh, and be sure to pay extra special attention to a very momentous announcement about one of our hosts. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Naka-Kon 2012 Cowboy Bebop @blumespew – Twitter handle for Steve Blum SFX Awards 2012 Gallifrey One’s Network 23 Doctor Who: Adventures in Time, Space, & Music Oh, and we didn’t really mention her on this weeks show, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t give any credit Julie Gardner’s help in bringing Doctor Who back to T.V. and it’s success throughout the RTD era. Be sure to check out this tribute to Russell and Julie sung by none other than David Tennant, John Barrowman And Catherine Tate. “The Ballad of Russell and Julie” | 2/13/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 58 – The Last Great Time War Or – How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love the De-Mat Gun | In this weeks episode we take a look at The Last Great Time War. We give our interpretation of the event that may have lead to and involved in the event of the war. We also speculate on many of the events surrounding The Moment that The Doctor uses to bring the battle to its conclusion and some of the repercussions and fallout from the war. Also a look at some of the news from the week surrounding Doctor who. And of course, your feedback. Enjoy! | 2/6/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 57 – The End Of Spoilers | We have reached a milestone in out more than a year worth of reviews here on Traveling the Vortex, Keith has finally seen all of the new series to date. In this week’s show we tackle the epic two-parter The End of Time. Find out our impressions of the last outing of David Tennant. We take a different approach and present our views right along side yours as we read out your thoughts on the story. Also, our reaction to this week’s news items in the Whoniverse. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: moviebozer.com Planet Comicon Doctor Who: The Eternity Clock | 1/30/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 56 – On the Rocks | In this week’s show we make the trip way back for an Adversary Archive on the Ice Warriors starting with the Second Doctor’s first encounter in the appropriately titled The Ice Warriors. Then another outing with the Second Doctor as the Ice Warriors return in The Seeds of Death. Next, we turn our attention to two Third Doctor stories, The Curse of Peladon, and it’s sequel, The Monster of Peladon. And then Glenn reviews a medium that has not been looked at until now on Traveling the Vortex, as the Tenth Doctor and Donna meet the Ice Warriors in the IDW comic book, Cold Blooded War. Of course we chime in on the latest news and rumors, and listen to your feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Gallifrey One’s Network 23 | 1/24/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 55 – Life On Mars | In this week’s episode we continue our review of the specials, starting with Planet of the Dead and then The Waters of Mars. Also, an update on Gallifrey 23 – Gallifrey One’s Network 23. We’ll talk about a few schedule changes at this year’s convention. Plus, we weigh in on the speculation that Sophia Myles may join the cast of Doctor Who sometime next season. And of course, your feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned in this week’s show: Gallifrey 23 – Gallifrey One’s Network 23 Moffat and Myles tease Doctor Who plot-point | 1/17/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 54 – Little Grey Men | In this week’s episode we start our look at the gap year specials, including the computer animated CBBC outing, Dreamland. Then on to the proper specials starting with The Next Doctor. Also, our impressions on Music of the Spheres, the mini-episode that premièred at the Royal Albert Hall in London before the Intermission of the Doctor Who Prom on 27 July 2008. And we play catch up on the wedding news of David Tennant to his fiancé Georgia Moffat (yes, Shaun did forget some big news). And of course, your feedback. Enjoy! P.S. As per our debate at the end of the episode, on if the “Attack of the Graske” has ever been released, it hasn’t. From TARDIS.wikia: “Although the interactive nature of the story would be compatible with DVD/Blu-Ray controllers, as of 2011 no home video release of Attack of the Graske has occurred or been announced. This renders it one of only two David Tennant-era Doctor Who-related productions (the other being the non-canonical Tonight’s the Night skit) that has not, and likely will not, see official home video release.” | 1/9/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Side Trip 2 – Dr. Phil’s Big Finish Companion | As promised in Episode 53, here is Dr. Phil’s Big Finish Audio Companion. It’s a guide to some of the best Doctor Who audio plays that Big Finish has produced in the last decade. This is a piece that we had hoped to include in our first review of Big Audio episodes, but as Phil told us, the project “ballooned” as he began editing it and putting in the trailers to the referenced stories. We felt that it was too long to include in this week’s episode in it’s entirety, but agreed that it was too good to edit down. So, it debuts as our second Short Trip. To hear Dr. Phil’s own podcast – Doctor Who: Adventures in Time, Space, and Music, be sure to visit his website at http://adventuresintimespaceandmusic.phillipwserna.com/. And as always, enjoy! | 1/5/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 53 – Beginning the New Year With a Big Finish | Here we are, a day later, but all of us feeling much better. In this week’s episode, we start the New Year of right with a very Big Finish. We review the Eighth Doctor’s first three audios, Storm Warning, The Sword of Orion, and The Stones of Venice. Also in this show, at this years Chicago TARDIS Dr. Phil Serna had the chance to sit down with writer Richard Dinnick, who has written for both Big Finish and BBC books. We’ll hear Richard talk about some his work. And of course, this week’s news and your feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned in this show: Mayan Calendar http://www.richarddinnick.com/ Big Finish – Doctor Who Doctor Who: Adventures in Time, Space, and Music ADDENDUM: The “Big News” that Shaun couldn’t remember during the podcast was the wedding of tenth Doctor David Tennant to his fiancé Georgia Moffat, (“The Doctor’s Daughter”) who happens to be the daughter of fifth Doctor Peter Davison. (Any excuse to bring up that tangle of relationships again!) Traveling The Vortex passes on our congratulations to the happy couple! | 1/3/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 52 – Hurtling Towards Earth In A Space Suit | We’ve been waiting a few months now and Sunday finally brought us a terrific Christmas present – NEW DOCTOR WHO! In this weeks episode we review The Doctor, The Widow, and the Wardrobe. *In keeping with Vortex policies, anything that has officially aired is fair game for review, BUT for those of you who live in areas where it hasn’t aired yet, SPOILER ALERT! And we have a special guest in studio this week. A regular listener (and my cousin) Jon Boy joins us for this week;s show. We also talk about our initial impressions of the Doctor Who: Worlds in Time open preview. And of course, your feedback. Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas holiday! Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Doctor Who: Worlds in Time Doctor Who Re-incarnated Boxing Day wiki | 12/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Side Trip 1 – Christmas Party! | Welcome to our first Side Trip, and this one is our (soon to be annual) Christmas party! As our gift to you, we thought we would give you a special episode. It’s full of special holiday greetings from our friends, and a special commentary that you can listen to while watching last year’s Doctor Who Christmas special, A Christmas Carol. We hope you enjoy, and HAPPY HOLIDAYS! | 12/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 51 – Cook! Where’s My Hossenfeffer Key? | This week, we finish up Series Four with the fan extravaganza that is The Stolen Earth, and Journey’s End. We bid a sad goodbye to Donna’s time with the Doctor. Also, we discuss the news about the departure of Amy and Rory. And of course, your feedback. Cook! Cook! Where’s My Hossenfeffer! Links in this week’s show: Weeping Angel Tree Topper “Cartmel Masterplan” and here | 12/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 50 – Reservation of the Daleks | 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! | 12/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 49 – The Midnight Special | 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! | 12/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 48 – Exaggerated Caricatures | 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! | 11/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 47 – A Dent in the 80′s | 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] | 11/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 46 – Adversary Archive: The Sontarans | 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! | 11/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode – 45 – Allons-y, Alonso! | 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! | 11/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 44 – It’s the Great Pumpkin, Doctor Who | 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! | 10/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 43 – Getting Better All The Time | 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 | 10/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 42 – Life, the Universe, and Steven Moffat | 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 | 10/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 41 – 76 Totter’s Lane | 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. | 10/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 40 – Who Knows What Evil Lurks | 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 | 10/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 39 – Stormageddon: Dark Lord of All | 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! Series 7 News | 9/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 38 – Hotel California | “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 Hoo on Who | 9/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 37 – New and Improved! | 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 | 9/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 36 – Don’t Panic! | “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 | 9/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 35 – Of Tyrants and Dictators | Back again right on the heels of the return of Series Six. This week we review Let’s Kill Hitler, and then head back through the vortex for a review of the first story in the Key to Time series – The Ribos Operation. And of course we have your feedback and I’m sure we got off on a number of tangents this week so enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Big Finish *I’m pretty sure the Big Finish Audio that featured the “black rectangular hole” chasing the Tardis (the time scoop, from “The Five Doctors”) was within the second season of the Paul McGann 8th Doctor Adventures. I belive it was episode 2.7 “Sisters Of The Flame”, but bewarned! This is the first of a THREE PART story arc, which continues in the season 2 finale 2.8 “Vengenance Of Morbius” and the season three premier, 3.1 “Orbis”. A fantastic tale, but does feature some characters from previous 8th Doctor audio adventures. – Shaun | 8/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 34 – Goo Goo G’Joob | Third Doctor: Jo, it’s all quite simple – I am he and he is me! Jo Grant: And we are all together, goo goo g’joob? In this week’s episode we review four multi-Doctor stories, starting with the classic Third Doctor story, The Three Doctors. We follow that up with the less then stellar, The Two Doctors, and then the absolutely superb mini-episode, Time Crash. And to round things out, we talk a little about the multi-Doctor extravaganza, Dimensions in Time. Oh, and of course news and your feedback! Enjoy! Links mentioned in this episode: The Ten Doctors PART 1 – by Babelcolour The Ten Doctors PART 2 – by Babelcolour 2MTL 66: Animating Classic Doctors “Excusive” KC 48 hr Film Project | 8/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 33 – The Episode Of Rassilon | Here it is, and back on time this week. Recorded from our new studio digs (or in other word’s Shaun and Keith’s place) is this week’s show. This time, we review The Five Doctors. Not much news going on this week, well of course with the exception of Keith moving in with Shaun, and now I only have a 2 minute commute as opposed to a 20 minute commute to record on Sunday. Can you tell how happy I am that Keith moved? Also, your feedback! * The Retraction Of Rassilon: Wanting to stem the flow of corrections early, we got into a bit of a quagmire over the name of Patrick Troughton’s son in this episode. Turns out he has 2, David Troughton is an actor who, among other credits played King Peladon in “The Curse Of Peladon” and his younger brother Michael Troughton is currently at work on a biography of his late father due out in November. | 8/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 32 – Everything Changes | Rested and rejuvenated, Shaun is back from vacation, and we were able to finally sit down and record another episode of Traveling the Vortex. This week, a change of pace in the Doctor Who universe, as we take a look back at season 1 of the spin-off series, Torchwood. Also, Shaun recounts his trip to Omaha, reaction to the new trailer and posters, and of course you feedback, Enjoy! Links mentioned in this show: Strategic Air and Space Museum Doctor Who: The Ten Doctors Opening theme for this week’s show is “borrowed” from TopherJ316, who’s Torchwood Theme 8-bit version can be found on youtube.com | 8/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 31 – Passing the Time On Planes | In this week’s episode we wrap up our review of Series 3 featuring the Tenth Doctor and Martha, with Infinite Quest, Utopia, The Sound of Drums, and Last of the Time Lords. Also, some speculation on our part on the possibility of another multi-doctor story in 2013, Glenn recounts his proud moments about his daughters first real roller coaster ride, and of course your feedback. By the way, we’d like to apologize for the length of this episode, however, we have one fan who is going to be especially thankful for it. Have a safe trip, Alex! Links mentioned in the show: Zambezi Zinger (on Wikipedia) Battleship – The Movie | 8/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 30 – Oh, the Whomanity! | Big news this week, we have a return date for Series 6.5! In this week’s episode well discuss that and the new trailer that was released this weekend at San Diego Comic Con. Also, our Adversary Archive: The Master, featuring reviews of The Claws of Axos, The Deadly Assassin, Survival, and Scream of the Shalka. And of course, your feed back! Oh, and Glenn’s ONE problem with the Back to the Future trilogy? Listen to find out. Links mentioned in the show: Lost Comic Con Scene Baskin Robbins Image by Mark Lee | 7/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 29 – We Are Family | What could possibly come between a match made in heaven? The parents. Dinner. And a nightclub called… oh wait… that’s not right. Here we go. In this week’s episode, we review three more Tenth Doctor stories, starting with 42. Then we tackle the exciting Paul Cornell two-part story Human Nature and Family of Blood. Also, Doctor Who Facebook news and of course, your feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned in this episode: Doctor Who videos on Facebook Doctor Who – The Journal of Impossible Things with The Master’s Ring at Amazon.com Doctor Who: Scream of the Shalka (webcast) Doctor Who: The Feast of the Stone (short story) | 7/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 28 – Poor Fuel Economy Hybrids | This week’s episode is a review of the Tenth Doctor stories, Daleks in Manhattan, Evolution of the Daleks, and The Lazarus Experiment. Also, Torchwood: Miracle Day impressions from Keith, a Gallifrey 23 update, and Doctor Who cast at San Diego Comic Con. And, of course, your feedback. Links mentioned in the show: Doug H. – Berkeley Square’s entry in to the 2011 Wild West Film Fest cj’s notebook – Pictures of her new niece Gallifrey 2012 | Gallifrey One’s Network 23 As always, enjoy! | 7/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 27 – Independence of the Daleks | After a few days off for the holiday, we’ve returned with our latest episode. In this Adversary Archive: The Daleks 2.0 (or as Shaun considers it Davros 1.0) we review Genesis of the Daleks, and Destiny of the Daleks. Also, in this episode an update on this weeks Friday Night Who – or Friday Night Who: Thursday Edition. And of course, your feedback. Links in this show: A history of the Dalek props in Doctor Who from ’63 to ’88 | 7/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 26 – The Vortex Code | Sorry for the delay, the delivery guy showed up late with the files necessary to put together a show. I bet some of you were shouting at your iTunes feed “Them Vortex Boys didn’t really get this thing fixed!” Better late than never though, I always say. And I say it a lot because I am always late. Anywho! This weeks episode we review more Tenth Doctor episodes, starting with the Christmas special, The Runaway Bride. Then on to the beginning of Martha Jones tenure as the companion with Smith and Jones, The Shakespeare Code, and Gridlock. And Glenn tries to explain the ribbon culture at Galley but here is a link to a site that explains it much better: Ribbons at Gallifrey One Conventions Enjoy! | 6/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 25 – Silver Nemesis II – Electric Boogaloo | Wow! Twenty-five weeks have gone so fast for us here at Traveling the Vortex. And to mark the occasion, we threw a little party! It was a small intimate affair. Just a few close friends. Oh, and the Myrka. Anyway, this week we discuss the confusion and over-speculation that is the “No full season in 2012″ rumor. Also, we finish reviewing Series 2 with – Fear Her, Army of Ghosts, and Doomsday. And finally all of the wonderful feedback that we have received this week from our wonderful listeners. Enjoy! | 6/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 24 – I Was Molested By a Fan Girl in Omaha | Not as long winded this week, another episode is in the can and posted to the feed. In this one, we head back to the Tenth Doctor’s era and review The Idiot’s Lantern, The Impossible Planet, The Satan Pit, and everyone’s favorite – Love and Monsters. A long bit of insightful feedback, and Keith tells us about his trip to Contagion: Outbreak – Omaha’s Premiere Pop-Culture Expo and Convention. Oh, and I should mention, we are much more upbeat and positive in this weeks podcast. Sorry, about last week, I don’t know what happened to our energy. | 6/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 23 – Good Man and the Indebted Friends | Once again this week a warning: We are reviewing the latest episode from Series Six to air in the UK, A Good Man Goes To War. Also a review of last week’s Friday Night Who and Seven Weeks For Seven Doctors finale – Delta and the Bannermen. And of course news and feedback. Hope you enjoy! | 6/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 22 – The Almost Podcast | We call this week’s episode, The Almost Podcast because some listeners will hear almost all of the show before they have to wait another week to hear our review of The Almost People. That’s right, our policy here at Traveling the Vortex is, if it’s aired in the U.K., we’re going to talk about it. So please keep that in mind when listening to this week’s show. However, there is still plenty for the North American folks to enjoy. We also review the subject of last week’s Seven Weeks for Seven Doctors, Vengeance on Varos, starring the Sixth Doctor and Peri. Surprisingly, there was no actual feedback this week, however, we do read out a couple of comments that are in reaction to BBC America and SPACE’s decision to delay Series Six for one week for the Memorial Day holiday. | 5/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 21 – Old Enough to Drink | We start this week off with a congratulations to Steven Moffat on his BAFTA win. Then reaction to North Ameican TV networks, BBC America and SPACE’s decision to delay Series Six one week for the Memorial Day holiday. Also, your feedback, including a special poem, by one of our listeners. We also chime in on Spoliergate, and the impact spoilers have on the enjoyment of our favorite program as well as our policy on them. And two reviews. Up first is a review of the Fifth Doctor story, Black Orchid, followed by this weeks new Series Six episode, The Rebel Flesh. And remember, if you subscribed to our podcast through the iTunes store, and you do not receive the show on your feed this week, you WILL need to subscribe through this site. Enjoy! | 5/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 20 – The Doctor’s Divorce | Grab those BINGO cards! This week we review the fan filled story, The Doctor’s Wife. But first a review of the fourth installment of our ongoing ‘Seven Weeks for Seven Doctors’ series with the Fourth Doctor story, Pyramids of Mars. The challenge continues with lots of listener feedback as well. We love all the attention! BINGO! | 5/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 19 – Attack of the Pop Culture References | Better late than never, huh? In this episode, we review the Third Doctor story Carnival of Monsters. And then a look at Series Six’s latest installment, The Curse of the Black Spot. And as usual, your feedback. (We even had our first Google Voice submission, thanks Muldwych!) The show is laden with pop culture references through out, so jot them all down, there may be a pop quiz later! Enjoy! Link(s) mentioned in the show: The Time Meddler’s Blog | 5/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 18 – Moon River | Minds thoroughly blown this week, we attempt to review this week’s episode of Doctor Who – Day of the Moon. We’ll explore some wild theories about the time team (some may come true) and share our reaction to the incredible two-parter as a whole. Also, our review of the Second Doctor story, The Dominators. And of course news and your feedback. Enjoy this week’s long winded discussion, it’s the longest one yet. So sorry. | 5/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 17 – Love and Astronauts | A double dose of Who this week. First a review of the classic First Doctor story, The Aztecs. Then the episode we have been waiting for months, The Impossible Astronaut. Also, a look back on the life of Elisabeth Sladen, our Sarah Jane Smith. And of course, your feedback. Plus, please note, we are still in the process of moving our iTunes feed over to our new server. If you fail to get this week’s episode in iTunes, you can subscribe to the show by clicking the subscribe links on the right side of the page. Also, you can go to feeds.feedburner.com/travelvortex to update your subscription options. And you can download a copy of the show right here from this post. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show; Cyberman Bob by Mark Lee. | 4/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 16 – You Will Join Us | A jaunt back in time for three stories in this week’s Adversary Archives: The Cybermen. We review two Second Doctor stories, Tomb of the Cybermen and The Invasion, and the Fifth Doctor story Earthshock. And as always, your feedback. Mentioned Links: http://oi56.tinypic.com/22i81z.jpg cj’s notebook | 4/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 15 – The Rise of Steel | In this weeks episode, a very special announcement. We are now located on another server. Be sure to visit travelingthevortex.com to see our new home. Also this week, Doctor Who Insider hits the stands. Find out what we think of the new publication. And of course, our review of School Reunion, Girl in the Fireplace, Rise of the Cybermen, & Age of Steel. | 4/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 14 – The Girl Next Door | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 4/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 13 – The Doctor Lends a Hand | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 3/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 12 – The Oncoming Storm | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 3/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 11 – Are You Our Mummy? | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 3/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 10 – Exterminate! | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 3/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 9 – Number Nine | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 2/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 8 – John Smith and the Plastic Auton Band | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 2/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 7 – It’s Finally Here! | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 2/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 6 – And the Award Goes To… | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 2/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 5 – Silurians, Sea Devils, and Myrka, Oh My! | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 2/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 4 – Tragedy Tomorrow, Comedy Tonight | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 1/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 3 – The Angels Have the Podcast! | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 1/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 2 – Fishfingers, Beasties, and Daleks! | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 1/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 1 – A Christmas Carol | A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time. | 1/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Customer Reviews
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Initially you'd expect this to be "just one more Doctor Who podcast" by a few Americans. I was SO surprised when I listened to these guys for the first time.
I don't quite get what the "Midwest Perspective" is supposed to be, but week after week the hosts provide insightful, knowledgable commentary that should make any Who fan proud.
The Best Interactive Podcast!
When I first started watching Doctor Who, I also went searching for podcasts because - hey, who doesn't love free content about their favorite shows? I sampled a lot of different ones because there are probably more Doctor Who podcasts than there are actual episodes of Doctor Who and Traveling the Vortex stood out to me, especially since I was - and still am, to a degree - a bit of a newbie. I love the interaction between Glenn, Shaun and Keith - I enjoy hearing Keith's first-time reactions to Doctor Who (especially to the classic stories because I am coming to many of these for the first time, myself) and there's just a lot of great interaction between the Vortex Boys and their listeners - between feedback and Friday Night Who and reviews - we've all become a great group of friends (and certainly are open to receiving more in the circle).
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