Fourth Doctor April

Jessica and Phillip look at Tom Baker and the Fourth Doctor era of Doctor Who (1974 to 1981) using two sources: Richard Carrier's YouTube analysis and a 2010 Tom Baker interview. Both of these videos reveal the unique origins and happenings of this so-called "Golden Age of Who."

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple look at the comedy series "Dead Ringers" and their Doctor Who parodies, especially impressionist Jon Culshaw.

Jon Pertwee Overview

Jon (7 July 1919 to 20 May 1996) played the Third Doctor during the 1970s, but he was more than a Time Lord. Jessica and Phillip talk about several documentaries they watched about Mr. Pertwee, his legacy as "Worzel Gummidge," and how his son Sean is continuing the acting tradition.

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple review the Mark Gatiss-penned novel "The Vesuvius Club." Phillip describes how the lead character, Lucifer Box, is a mix between Sherlock Holmes and James Bond, and how this first story in the Box trilogy unfolds. 

YouTube links to the Pertwee Documentaries:

Reserve the Polarity
Doctor Who at 40 (Pertwee)

Companions of Color, Part One (nuWho)

Jessica and Phillip are joined by Bayana and Connie of the TARBIS (Time and Relative Blackness in Space) podcast to examine companions of color. They tackle the Thirteenth Doctor's newest friends - Ryan and Yaz, and what their characters brought to the latest series. They also look at the Twelfth Doctor's companions - everyone's favorite Bill, and everyone's ... well, also Danny Pink. 

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple give an in-depth look at the Big Finish Production - The Diary of River Song, Series Three, featuring the Fifth Doctor.

Third Doctor March!

Jessica and Phillip barely make it in time for the third installment of their monthly Doctor "in focus" series, based on the YouTube videos of Clever Dick Films. They discuss the Third Doctor era, with Jon Pertwee taking over the newly colourized Time Lord role, along with his UNIT gang and new assistants. From the introduction of The Master to a mirror universe, there is a lot to cover in this 1970s Doctor Who era.

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple stumble upon the 1990s Liz Shaw spinoff "P.R.O.B.E." They review its direct-to-video episode, "The Zero Imperative," penned by Mark Gatiss and starring several Doctors.

"Logopolis" Feature

The Fourth Doctor's last adventure "Logopolis" was released in movie theaters around the U.S. to promote the release of the Season Seven Blu-ray. Jessica and Phillip watched this feature presentation, along with included interview extras from Tom Baker, Janet Fielding, and Sarah Sutton. From the introductions of new companions (...for the Fifth Doctor...), the Master's re-appearance, and entropy, entropy, entropy!, there is a lot to unpack. And what the heck is the Watcher???

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisit the Eighth Doctor Big Finish adventure, "Sword of Orion." How does the Doctor and Charlie fare against their first conflict with the Cybermen?

Char's Introduction to Doctor Who

Jessica and Phillip met up with their fellow Nerd Party co-hosts Charlynn Schmiedt (and her husband Patrick) in Los Angeles at the Gallifrey One fan convention - and talked "Doctor Who," of course! Char is just beginning her journey in the TARDIS with the Thirteenth Doctor - but she is now also starting to watch nuWho, beginning with the Ninth Doctor. What questions does she have? What spoilers will be avoided? Enjoy this talk with a brand new Whovian.

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple review the two Gallifrey One featured comic books from Titan Comics - "Doctor Who: The Many Live of Doctor Who" and Issue #1 of the Thirteenth Doctor's comic. 

What is your favorite Doctor Who comic?

Gallifrey One Convention, Part Two

Jessica and Phillip conclude the telling of their adventures in Los Angeles for the 2019 Gallifrey One "Doctor Who" fan convention. They discuss their favorite panels, interesting cosplays, and what their "after-dark" activities involved. Let us know any of your thoughts about Whovian cons and suggestions for other ones to visit!

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple re-visit the Tenth Doctor's appearance in the "Sarah Jane Adventures," in the episode "The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith."

Gallifrey One Convention, Part One

Jessica and Phillip are joined by the person who convinced them to journey to #gally1, Kat of the Verity! Podcast. They talk about their first few days at the fan-run Los Angeles-based "Doctor Who" convention. From panels to photos to future adventures, join them as they examine the fun of Gallifrey One.

In their look into the TARDIS library, Phillip gives his book report on the Ninth Doctor adventure "The Deviant Strain," by Justin Richards.

​Second Doctor February!

Jessica and Phillip are here with their second installment of discussing Clever Dick Films profiles of the individual Doctors. The look at Pat Troughton, the Second Doctor era, and the use of the Cybermen. What made Troughton such a model for future actors in "Doctor Who"?

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple visit the Eighth Doctor's first audio outing in the Big Finish production "Storm Warning."

What is your favorite Second Doctor serial?

Link: The Patrick Troughton video

In Focus: Mark Gatiss 

Mark Gattis has been a writer/actor with "Doctor Who" since the revival series began. He wrote nine episodes, featuring the Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Doctors - as well as making a few appearances as an actor. Jessica and Phillip travel through his many episodes, looking for common threads.

In their look into the TARDIS library, the couple revisit the first season "Sherlock" episode, "The Great Game." This episode was written by Gatiss, who also co-developed the series --- as well as starring as Mycroft Holmes in the episode!

What's your favorite Mark Gatiss episode?