Podcasts Traveling The Vortex

In this week’s show, we review the latest offering from Series 8, Flatline. We give our impressions of the story as we near the end of this season and forge ahead toward our 200th episode. But first, Shaun regales us with an entertaining story of his cross country trip this week, coupled with a few things that Keith and I catch up on. Also, as always, we’ll discuss the latest in Doctor Who news, including...Read more The post Episode 199 – You Can’t Get There From Here appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

We climb aboard that space faring train known as The Orient Express, to review this week’s offering in Series 8, Mummy on the Orient Express. We’ll give our impressions on this week’s program, as well as some of the things we’ve taken away from this season thus far. Also, we’ll have a look at the news of the week, including an interesting tie-in to a current member of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And, of course,...Read more The post Episode 198 – 66 Seconds to Live appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

Doctor: The moon isn’t breaking apart, the moon is hatching. Clara: Huh? Doctor: The moon’s an egg. Courtney: Is it a chicken? Doctor: No! Courtney: Because for a chicken to have laid an egg that … Doctor: Courtney, don’t spoil the moment! In this week’s podcast we ask that very question, among many other silly quandaries. Also, we give our impressions on the game changing episode, Kill the Moon. But, before that, we take a...Read more The post Episode 197 – What is the Gestation Period of a Moon Egg? appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

In this show, we make it to the midway point of Series 8 and take a look at this week’s offering, The Caretaker. We’ll give our impressions on this relationship heavy drama. Also, some sad news of the week to report with the passing of a very special lady. And, some great news coming out of next years British Fest. And of course, your feedback. Enjoy! The post Episode 196 – Hey Teacher, Leave Those Kids Alone! appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

In this week’s show we review the newest episode of Doctor Who Series 8. This time The Doctor and Clara are joined by two new companions, Psi and Saibra in the aptly titles Time Heist. We’ll give our opinions on this week’s offering. Also, some news of the week, including a few guest update at a couple of our favorite cons. Plus, Shaun and I talk about a local convention that celebrated it’s first year...Read more The post Episode 195 – Doctor’s Twelve appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

“I think everybody at some point in their lives has the exact, same nightmare. You wake up, or you think you do, and there’s someone in the dark, someone close, or you think there might be. So you sit up, turn on the light, and the room looks different at night. It ticks and creaks and breathes. And you tell yourself there’s nobody there, nobody watching, nobody listening. Nobody there at all … and you...Read more The post Episode 194 – Something’s Under the Bed appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

In this week’s show we travel with the Doctor and Clara to Sherwood Forrest, to join Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men. Hear our thoughts on the Series Eight episode, Robot of Sherwood. Also, our reaction to the news of the week, including some tidbits about the show and even more discussion of the missing episodes rumor and the fallout surrounding the effort to return them to the BBC. And, of course, your...Read more The post Episode 193 – Merry Men of the Vortex appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

In this week’s show we discuss the newest episode of Doctor Who Series 8, Into the Dalek. Hear our impressions on the latest installment to our favorite program. Also, a look at some news of the week, including an Emmy award for another project by Doctor Who show runner, Steven Moffat. Oh, and listen closely for some clues to the title of this week’s podcast. And, of course, your feedback. Enjoy! The post Episode 192 – Where’s Gary? appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

The wait is finally over and Doctor Who is back on our TV screens. This week, we look at the first episode of Series Eight, Deep Breath, and give our opinions on the story, the return of the series, and of course, the new Doctor himself, Peter Capaldi. Plus, we take a peek at what’s news this week. And, we’ll discuss our ASL Ice Bucket Challenge. Oh, and of course, your feedback. Enjoy! Links mentioned...Read more The post Episode 191 – Every Breath You Take appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

It’s an “epiversary” show! In this week’s show we examine the similarities and contrasts between both treatments of Paul Cornell’s Human Nature. We look at both the Virgin New Adventures novel featuring the Seventh Doctor and Bernice Summerfield and the Series 3 television adventure with the Tenth Doctor and Martha Jones. Listen to us give our impressions of both adventures which sometime clash in the realm of Doctor Who universal canon and continuity. Also, a...Read more The post Episode 190 – Human Nature 101 appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

In this week’s show we journey into the netherworld, the kingdom of the beast, the place of torment… oh wait… maybe not. Any way, we do take a look at the Big Finish audio story, Absolution, featuring the Eighth Doctor, Charley, and C’rizz. Also, we examine another of the 50th anniversary e-book releases, another Eighth Doctor adventure entitled Spore. Plus, news rumors and leaks in the world of Doctor Who. And of course, your feedback....Read more The post Episode 189 – Journey Into Hell… or Not appeared first on 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...Read more The post Episode 188 – A Pirate’s Life For Me appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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...Read more The post Episode 187 – All For One! appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

“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....Read more The post Episode 186 – Spreading God’s Love With Kickin’ Tunes appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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...Read more The post Episode 185 – Have You Met Miss Smith? She’s My Best Friend appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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! The post Episode 184 – And the Story Goes on… Forever appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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...Read more The post Episode 183 – The British Are Coming! appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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,...Read more The post Episode 182 – My Own Worst Enemy appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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 The post Episode 181 – Who Cares appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.

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...Read more The post Episode 180 – A True Dilemma appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.