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Day one of the Gallifrey convention in sunny California is in the books, and Shaun and Mel are gearing up for day two! But, first we have for you the listener, a recap of the excitement of day one and the Vortex crew is joined by Canadian corespondent (and Traveling the Vortex Tumblr page administrator) Michelle!

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Sixth Doctor, Colin Baker at Gallifrey One

Stay tuned! More updated to come.

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Okay, plagued with technical challenges and WiFi limitations, the Gallifrey LobbyCon update was delayed.  However, we didn’t think the recaps would be complete if we didn’t include it. So, slightly out of order, Shaun an Mel present to us, day 0 of the con happening his weekend in sunny california.

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In this week’s show we step away from our reviews of video and audio media and step into the universe of gaming. First we delve into two table top formats, number one being Doctor Who Monopoly. We’ll give our impressions on design and gameplay. Next up is Doctor Who the Card Game, and a look at the play mechanics and design. And then we move into the electronics and software medium and finally get around to a proper review of the wonderful portable device app, Doctor Who Legacy by Tiny Rebel Games.

Also, a Galley primer for those of you getting to attend this year. Hopefully some of our top tips will help you in your convention experience.

Plus, the news of the week, including the future of Steven Moffat as it relates to Doctor Who and Sherlock.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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In this week’s podcast we take a look in on the Eighth Doctor and companions Charley and C’rizz in the Big Finish Main line audios, Scaredy Cat and Other Lives.

And speaking of Charley, our reactions to an announcement by Big Finish to give Ms. Pollard her own series of audios.

Also, some news of the week, including a certain Time Lords next choice of wardrobe for the upcoming series.

Plus, more news of the week.

And, of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the final installment in the ‘E-Space Trilogy’ with Warriors’ Gate. We give our impressions on this last in the story arc and then we take a look back at the trilogy as a whole.

Also, some big news for Kansas City’s Planet Comicon, and I mean bigger than Shatner (well, for us and other Whovians). A Doctor is coming to the midwest!

Plus, some pretty big news for Gallifrey One as well.

And, we’ll look at some other news that came out this week, including comic book news.

Oh, and of course, your feedback!

Enjoy!

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In this week’s show we look at two, yes two Fourth Doctor stories.  First is the third in the line of Big Finish Audios featuring Four and Leela, in the historical piece, The Wrath of the Iceni. Then we make a trip back into E-space to visit a thus far stranded Fourth Doctor and Romana II for the blood curdling story, State of Decay.

Also, some grim news as we lost some more Doctor Who connections this paste week.  And some slightly uplifting things as well, we promise.

And of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

Link(s) mentioned in this week’s show:

Best App Ever Awards

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In this week’s podcast we head back to the Fourth Doctor era with two stories from the scarfed one. First, we take a look at the second Big Finish Fourth Doctor audio, The Renaissance Man. Then, a peek in at the story that introduced Adric to the world with Full Circle, taking us into our first adventure in E-Space.

Plus, a look at the news of the week, including some terrific announcements for not just Series 8, but a glimpse into the future of the show with Series 9.

Also, we’ll touch briefly on some new additions to The Doctor Who Experience in Cardiff.

And, of course, your feedback!

Enjoy!

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Our first podcast of the New Year and in this week’s show we shrink ourselves down to enjoy an oversized episode with lots of great content.

First its a heaping portion on the First Doctor, Susan, Ian and Barbara story, Planet of Giants.

Then we take a look at the first in a series of ebook published by Penguin Publishing for the 50th Anniversary, starting with A Big Hand for the Doctor.

Then, a swan song of sorts for the IDW line of Doctor Who stories with its final issue, The Girl Who Loved Doctor Who.

And, some news for our local convention front with a big announcement for Planet ComiCon in Kansas City.

And of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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In this week’s podcast we say so long to Matt Smith and the Eleventh Doctor. We give our impressions of this year’s Christmas special and swan song for Eleven, while we welcome a new era of Doctor Who with the introduction of Peter Capaldi.

Also, the long awaited promotion of Keith as with the regeneration of “his Doctor” we usher in a new era for the podcast as well.

Plus, a look at the recent news, including a guest announcement for this year’s Gallifrey One convention in Los Angeles, CA.

And of course, your sometimes tearful feedback.

Enjoy!

Links mentioned in this show:

An alterate look at the 50th anniversary year.

Reference point for Chrissy’s feedback subject line.

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In this weeks podcast, we celebrate the holiday season with our Christmahanakwanzika party, and you’re invited.

Also, we complete our review of the Audio Go / Big Finish series Destiny of the Doctor, this time with The Time Machine. We’ll give our impressions of this story, as well as an overall view of the series as a whole.

Plus, the moment is near. No, not that moment, the episode in which we say good by to Matt Smith as the Doctor. But first, we take a look back over the era and make our picks for the most definitive story to define the 11th Doctor.

And, a look at the news of the week including some convention announcements.

And of course, your feedback.

Enjoy!

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