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Luke wants to talk about Doctor Who more. Specifically the era of the Fifth Doctor, be it telly, print or audio. Why? Because its the best. So join him as he explores the era from the highest highs to... more
FAQs about The Maran Chess Club:How many episodes does The Maran Chess Club have?The podcast currently has 54 episodes available.
February 13, 2026Frontios Commentary parts 1 & 2 with Melvin PenaMelvin cried out "Let me talk to someone about Frontios!" and the cry was heard. Join Mr Melvin Pena and Luke as they do a commentary for Frontios!Old men complain about tech and are right.Tractator’s in the Wild directed by Mark Strickson.How does the Doctor keep his kicks so fresh?...more1hPlay
February 06, 2026Kinda with Daniel RawnsleyThis week on the Maran Chess Club, Mr Daniel Rawnsley joins Luke to talk all about the GOAT. Kinda.Anyone else want a box of chill Deva Loka dust?Nietzsche, Sartre, Descartes and Sims-JekninsLuke gets Stein and Laird mixed up. It’ll become a thing…. In time. ...more1h 45minPlay
February 05, 2026The Visitation Commentary part 4 with Iain MartinThings get highly flammable and lit during Mr Iain Martin & Luke's commentary of the Visitation part 4.Some people might start wondering if Luke's seen Blakes 7.The kids are better drivers.Some Doctors just want to watch the world burn....more37minPlay
February 03, 2026The Visitation Commentary part 3 with Iain MartinThe Visitation commentary with Mr Iain Martin continues with part 3!Meet someone who most def auditioned five times to play the First Doctor in the Five Doctors.Why Neighbours and not Home and Away?Wardrobe issue has been solved. The End....more26minPlay
February 01, 2026The Visitation Commentary part 2 with Iain MartinMr Iain & Luke continue their "extremely sober" commentary of the Visitation. Remix the Howell already!Discover the Doctor Who weight loss program.Tegan's lack of enthusiasm over free booze just isn't Aussie.Cheers Mr Joe Ford....more28minPlay
January 29, 2026The Visitation Commentary part 1 with Iain MartinCould it be? At last a different story! This week on the Maran Chess Club, Iain Martin returns. This time he and Luke are bringing in 2026 with some drinkypoos and a commentary on the Visitation.Eric Saward for Blakes 7!There may or may not be gardening supplies involved. ...more32minPlay
January 23, 2026Books n Stuff: The Five Doctors with Jon ArnoldHere it is. The last (promise, for realsies) episode covering the Five Doctors! This time Jon Arnold returns to chat about the Target by Terrance Dicks. Heartbreak Ridge: The Target.Square Pi. It's a Time Lord thing.6B? Nah uh. ...more1h 3minPlay
January 16, 2026The Five Doctors Commentary with the Lads!Yes, yes. The end of this journey is coming. This week on the Maran Chess Club its a Commentary for the Five Doctors. Luke is joined by Andrew Batty, Jon Arnold & Joe Ford for his last recording of 2025!Four people. Five Doctors. It all works out.Enjoy the madness everyone. More MCC coming. ...more1h 53minPlay
January 09, 2026The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot! with Mark CockrumThis week Mark Cockrum joins Luke to talk all about the Five(ish) Doctors Reboot! Written and directed by Peter Davison.Holy crap! A door opener!Yes yes, The Five(ish) Doctors will be on the season 21 blurayWe all want that Jenna Coleman dream....more1h 5minPlay
January 02, 2026The Five Companions with Michael MillsThis week Michael Mills returns to talk all about the Big Finish subscriber audio, The Five Companions, by Eddie Robson. He and Luke also talk about the under discussed story, the Five Doctors and our thoughts on Big Finish over the years.The Quantum Of Krotons!Nyssa gets no blurb love.Episode may or may not contain average meandering....more1hPlay
FAQs about The Maran Chess Club:How many episodes does The Maran Chess Club have?The podcast currently has 54 episodes available.