Traveling the Vortex

Arrrr! In this week’s show, we look at two fun romps in the Doctor Who Universe.

First, our views on the often maligned First Doctor story, The Space Museum. Find out where we land on the story.

Then, after much anticipation, we tackle the Big Finish audio, Doctor Who and the Pirates, featuring the Sixth Doctor and Evelyn Smythe. We’ll share our thoughts on this unique story.

Also, in news, some theater announcements for the Series 8 story Deep Breath, plus some guest announcements from two of the biggest U.S, Doctor Who conventions.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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In this week’s show, we head back to France in the 1600’s for the Big Finish audio play The Church and the Crown. This one features The Fifth Doctor, Peri and Erimem. We share our impressions on this historical depiction of the King, the Cardinal and the famous Musketeers.

But first, the new lines of Doctor Who comics launched last week, and we have copies of The Tenth and Eleventh Doctors’ stories. We review the Titan relaunch to the series as well, featuring new companions for brand new adventures.

Plus, our reactions to some of the news items of the week.

And of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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“Now go out there, Gabriel, spread the truth and love of the Lord, and play those kicking tunes!”

In this week’s show we review two Seventh Doctor and Ace stories.

First is the Big Finish Audio drama, The Rapture.

And then, we take a look at the 50th Anniversary short story ebook, The Ripple Effect.

Plus, more announcements and news, including some resurfacing rumors and speculation about the missing episodes.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

You can find Holly’s National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation reference here.

Inspiration for Doctor Who premiering on Easter Saturday no matter what.

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A difficult show for those of us at Traveling the Vortex. The passing of Elisabeth Sladen in 2011 was very difficult for many Doctor Who fans. It was especially had on those of us who were first introduced to the series during her tenure on the program.

But, this week we look back with fond memories about the actress and the character she immortalized in Sarah Jane Smith.

Also, our thoughts on the latest trailer for Series 8.

And of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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In this week’s podcast, we explore the final episodes of the Sarah Jane Adventures, with a review of Series Five. We give our impressions of the show’s send off.

Also, more Series Eight announcements including writer confirmations and script leaks.

Plus, a look at the rest of the news surrounding the Whoniverse.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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In this week’s podcast we are fresh back from Britishfest in Omaha, NE, where we took part in its first ever convention.

This week we regale our madcap adventures in the Cornhusker state, and share all the wonderful stories from the weekend’s activities, including the first ever Friday Night Who (or Saturday in this case) tweet-along.

Also, we take a peek at some of the news items on the list for this week.

Plus a special announcement about our podcast that we are quite proud of.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

Jewel in the Lotus Dance Company – (Facebook page for the belly dancers at this year’s Britishfest in Omaha, NE)

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In this week’s show we finally get a chance to sit down and examine the, until recently, missing Second Doctor story, The Enemy of the World. We give our impression of this gem which has been unavailable in it’s entirety for more than forty years.

Also, some really good news from Doctor Who actress Janet Fielding who played Tegan Jovanka in the series. Plus other news happening this week in the Doctor Who Universe.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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Britishfest in Omaha, NE

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In this week’s podcast, WE CARE! We tackle two more Big Finish audios starring The Eighth Doctor, Charley, and C’rizz. First we look at Something Inside. Then our heroes are trapped in a second prison in the story Memory Lane.

Also, some announcements in news including a Doctor Who World Tour and the first round of Galley guests.

And, of course, your feedback

Enjoy!

Traveling the Vortex – Doctor Who Book Club Poll

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In this week’s podcast we finally get around to reviewing the story that much of fandom has panned and constantly finds its way at the bottom of “best of” lists.

However, we decided to give a fair chance to the Sixth Doctor and Peri story, The Twin Dilemma.

Find out whether we judge the story as harshly as the populace, or if we come down on the side of favor.

Plus, a look at another of the 50th anniversary e-book releases, Something Borrowed, also featuring The Sixth Doctor and Peri and the return of a favorite villain.

Also, a few news items to get out of the way.

And of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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Welcome to the podiverse, ladies!

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In this week’s show we FINALLY take a look at a story that has always been held in high esteem by fans of Doctor Who. We evaluate the story The Caves of Adrozani, featuring the Fifth Doctor and Peri.

We’ll break it down and examine some of the finer points of the story.

Also, a look at the news of the week, including more guest announcements from LI Who, and the possibility of The Five(ish) Doctors coming to DVD sometime soon.

And, of course, your feedback – including Rachel’s visit to Pop Con over the weekend.

Enjoy!

Links to Rachel’s pictures and video from Pop Con https://www.youtube.com/user/stylesandsmarts

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