A Whovian (John S. Drew) and a Newvian (Jim Beard) walk into a TARDIS and proceed to travel through time and space watching, discussing and reviewing every episode of the Classic Doctor Who series.
Jon Pertwee Retrospective Jon Pertwee played the Doctor for five years from 1970-1974. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the Doctor's characteristics, the companions and supporting cast, and Jon Pertwee's next TV appearance as host of "Whodunnit?". Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content such as this. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
10/5/24 • 75:32
"Revenge of the Cybermen" Production 4D April 19 - May 10, 1975 On the planet Voga, the Cybermen fear the gold and so they plan to destroy it. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the growing character of Sarah Jane, the humorous bent of episode four and the design of the Cybermen heads. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
9/28/24 • 91:00
"Genesis of the Daleks" Production 4E March 8 - April 12, 1975 The Time Lords send the Doctor, Sarah Jane, and Harry on a mission to stop or change the creation of the Daleks on Skaro. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the lack of Daleks in a Daleks story, the more steady performance of Tom Baker, and the McMuffin of the Time Ring. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
9/21/24 • 117:50
"The Sontaran Experiment" Production 4B February 22 - March 1, 1975 A quick trip to a future Earth reveals a Sontaran plot to test humanity in order to determine its weaknesses. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Tom Baker's accident, the five fingered Sontaran, and the return of the two-parter. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
9/14/24 • 66:34
"The Ark in Space" Production 4C January 25 - February 15, 1975 The TARDIS lands in the future where humanity is awakening from a sleep that took longer than intended with a threat growing in the engine room. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they are joined by artist Jerry Lange to discuss how this is considered a defining episode of Tom Baker's time, the slowly changing Sarah Jane, and the wonders of bubble wrap. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
9/7/24 • 120:07
"Robot" Production 4A December 28, 1974 - January 18, 1975 A newly regenerated Doctor faces his first challenge when a think tank creates a massive robot steals the codes for the world's nuclear weapons program. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the new opening title sequence, Tom Baker's radical change in the Doctor's persona, and the gulf between the Doctor and Sarah Jane. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
8/31/24 • 105:39
Big Finish Productions The Third Doctor Adventures "The Unzal Incursion" May 18, 2021 Under the supervision of the Doctor, the Brigadier and Dr Liz Shaw, UNIT are getting ready to activate Hotspur: their new, advanced early warning system. But something goes wrong. Can it be that UNIT has been betrayed from within? Suddenly bases are falling across the globe, and only the Doctor and his friends are able to escape. Not knowing how far the conspiracy goes, the Doctor, Liz and the Brigadier become fugitives. Their investigations lead them to the Fulcrum military training facility. And something beyond the Earth. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Doctor Who series. In this episode they discuss the voice actors in the production, the callbacks, and the very by the numbers, but enjoyable plot. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
8/24/24 • 59:51
"Planet of the Spiders" Production ZZZ May 4 - June 8, 1974 People and events from the Doctor's time on Earth come together as he must face his fear and his faults in a final battle against the Eight Legs. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the lack of resolution for Mike Yates, the trouble with Tommy, and this loving tribute to Jon Pertwee. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
8/17/24 • 133:23
HAPPY DOCTOR WHO PODCAST DAY! MUSIC Red Makes Music’s cover and titles concept for 2024 - https://youtu.be/x12j6gy2Pj0?si=IC7rE2OU4506fp5A BIG FINISH Listener Jamieson reviews the Doctor Who Unbound story - "Sympathy for the Devil" https://www.bigfinish.com/doctor-who-unbound-sympathy-for-the-devil-standard-edition-dl-retail John then reviews the Sarah Jane Smith adventure - "Ghost Town" https://www.bigfinish.com/sarah-jane-smith-ghost-town-standard-edition-dl-retail We hope you enjoy this discussion and as a Patreon member, we ask that if there is something you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast, do not hesitate to reach out to us by email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com.
8/9/24 • 29:53
"The Monster of Peladon" Production YYY March 23 - April 27, 1974 The Doctor returns to Peladon fifty years after his first visit and finds the world in conflict again as it tries to honor its commitment to the Federation while being true to its people. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the Ice Warriors as villains, how Sarah Jane is not a good companion for this version of the Doctor and the return of Alpha Centauri Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
8/9/24 • 100:07
"Death to the Daleks" Production XXX February 23 - March 16, 1974 A trip to Florana is sidetracked when the TARDIS is dragged to the world of Exxilon where the Doctor and Sarah Jane are caught in the middle of a conflict with the Daleks, a group of humans, and the mysterious Exxilons. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Sarah Jane's developing character, the lack of any likable characters, the lack of energy in the overall story. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
8/3/24 • 82:41
"Invasion of the Dinosaurs" Production WWW January 12 - February 16, 1974 The Doctor and Sarah Jane return to a modern day deserted London, taken over by dinosaurs! Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the model work for the dinosaurs, the betrayal of Mike Yates, and the faith of Sgt. Benton. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
7/27/24 • 96:39
"The Time Warrior" Production UUU December 15, 1973 - January 5, 1974 The Doctor investigates disappearing scientists and finds they are time related. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the introduction of Sarah Jane Smith, the first appearance of the Sontarans, and the lack of energy from Jon Pertwee. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
7/20/24 • 88:33
"The Slide" February 13 - March 27, 1966 Writer - Victor Pemberton A sleepy English village is threatened by a growing pool of mud that has a strange effect on many of the inhabitants. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this special episode, they take a listen to a 1966 BBC radio drama with very clear connections to Doctor Who beyond star Roger Delgado. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
7/13/24 • 62:20
"The Green Death" Production TTT May 19 - June 23, 1973 A Welsh mining community finds itself under attack by giant maggots! Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they are joined by artist Jerry Land as they discuss Jo Grant's departure, the lack of need for the BOSS in the story, and the disguises of Jon Pertwee. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
7/6/24 • 134:40
"Planet of the Daleks" Production SSS April 7- May 12, 1973 The Doctor and Jo discover a Dalek base being used as a launching point for an invasion force of 10,000 Daleks! Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Jim's attraction to Jane How, Terry Nation's greatest hits, and an anti-gravity Dalek. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
6/29/24 • 107:05
"Frontier in Space" Production QQQ February 24 - March 31, 1973 The TARDIS lands the Doctor and Jo in the middle of a growing tension between Earth and Draconia with the Master pulling the strings. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Roger Delgado's final Doctor Who performance, the potential of this story that is never realized, and Jo Grant as the liberated woman. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
6/22/24 • 108:55
"Carnival of Monsters" Production PPP January 27 - February 17, 1973 The Doctor's first trip in the TARDIS takes him to the Indian Ocean in 1926, but the ship he lands on comes under attack from a dinosaur! Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss Jim's missing Earthbound stories, the Drashigs design, and Jo as the damsel in distress. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
6/15/24 • 64:51
William Russell Enoch left us on June 3, 2024. For 78 episodes, he portrayed the character of Ian Chesterton, a science teacher whisked away with fellow teacher Barbara Wright by the Doctor and his granddaughter Susan in their time machine, the TARDIS. He was the template for what a male companion to the Doctor should be. With his passing, John and Jim pause their viewing of Doctor Who to discuss the character and the actor. For Jim, who started his journey in the TARDIS from the beginning, Ian was his first companion. Join us as we offer this brief retrospective on the career of William Russell.
6/11/24 • 37:53
"The Three Doctors" Production RRR December 30, 1972 - January 20, 1973 The Time Lords call on all three incarnations of the Doctor to deal with a singularity that leads into another universe. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they are joined by fellow podcaster J.B. Anderton of the Doctor Who Gives a F*uck? podcast. They discuss the OTT performance of Stephen Thorne, the final performance of William Hartnell, and the MVP of the story, Nicholas Courtney. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
6/8/24 • 108:16
MUSIC Delaware Version - https://youtu.be/auwzrERev0w?si=EpWLUjsjr2zDQIGf SEASON 8 RETROSPECTIVE COMICS 72 - Doctor Who - The Vogan Slaves - May 29 - July 17, 1971 The Doctor winds up on a generational ship transporting slaves to the Vogan home world. We hope you enjoy this discussion and as a Patreon member, we ask that if there is something you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast, do not hesitate to reach out to us by email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
6/1/24 • 61:04
"The Mutants"Production OOOMay 20 - June 12, 1972 The Master returns with a plan to capture the ancient Chronovore, Kronos, from the priests of Atlantis. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the design of Kronos, the talents of Ingrid Pitt, and Jo's fashion sense. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
5/25/24 • 94:46
"The Mutants" Production NNN April 8 - May 13, 1972 The Doctor and Jo are sent on another mission by the Time Lords to help with the evolution of the native species by the Earth Empire. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the mutant design, Jo Grant as a pawn, and the Star Wars connections with the story. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community.
5/18/24 • 81:07
"The Sea Devils" Production LLL February 26 - April 1, 1972 Ships go missing at sea and it appears the Master might be connected to it even though he is in prison. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss how much better a story this is compared to "The Silurians", the use of the British Navy, and the inconsistency of Jo in this story. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
5/11/24 • 116:38
"The Curse of Peladon" Production MMM January 29 - February 19, 1972 The TARDIS takes the Doctor and Jo to the planet Peladon that is on the verge of entering the Galactic Federation. But a mysterious, ancient creature threatens the negotiations. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss how Jo Grant has come into her, the Venusian Lullaby, and the honor of the Ice Warriors. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
5/4/24 • 99:49
Patrick Troughton played the Doctor for nearly three full years from 1966-1969. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss the "mercurial" performance of Patrick Troughton, the perceptions fans have of Patrick Troughton based solely on the almost complete sixth season, and his companions. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community.
4/20/24 • 60:19
"The Daemons" Production JJJ May 22 - June 19, 1971 A race of alien scientists have returned to one of their first experiments - Earth - and are ready to pass judgement. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. They are joined in this episode by writer/podcaster Alan J. Porter. In this episode, they discuss how cool the Brigadier is, the comradeship of Yates and Benton, and what perfect casting in Roger Delgado. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
4/13/24 • 114:50
"Colony in Space"Production HHHApril 10 - May 15, 1971 The Doctor's first trip in the TARDIS in over a year takes him and Jo to the planet Exarius on a mission for the Time Lords. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss a scheme worthy of the Master, Jim's disappointment in the lack of color of this episode, and Jo Grant, Girl Hostage. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
4/6/24 • 112:14
"The Claws of Axos" Production GGG March 13 - April 3, 1971 An alien race offers a cure all for humanity, but it comes at a terrible price. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss freak weather conditions, Bill Filer - Man of Action, and the Doctor's selfishness. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
3/30/24 • 97:18
"The Mind of Evil" Production FFF January 30 - March 6, 1971 The Master has a new plan to destroy the Earth by using an alien intelligence that feeds on the fears of humanity. Podcaster John S. Drew and writer/editor Jim Beard join forces once again to become the masters of time and space as they watch and review every single episode of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, they discuss a Benton/Yates adventure, ethnic casting, and the return of the Master. Please make sure you are subscribed to our podcast via any of the major popular podcasting apps. You can write and comment or ask questions of us via email at thedoctorsbeardpodcast@gmail.com or by joining our Facebook community. Join our Patreon community where your sponsorship earns you early access to new episodes as well as exclusive content. Click on the link here to take you to the Patreon page.
3/23/24 • 111:32
