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Recorded in Very Hot Circumstances, in this episode, Jo! and Tony wilt whilst reviewing the Big Finish play 'Spacegoat' and then go on to melt during the review of little known classic, 'Genesis of the Daleks'. We also have feedback and, of course, entries to our still running competition, '1001 Uses For A Nick Briggs'.

Also, we recommend The Terrible Zodin fanzine, found here: http://doctorwhottz.blogspot.com/

All feedback, mp3 or mail, along with comp entries to show@flashingblade.org.uk

next time: 'The Canabalists' and 'Black Orchid'.

Spacegoats!!!

Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 155
Running Time: 1:32:48

Review of the first Patrick Troughton story, Power of the Daleks, news, Mike Doran joins us for a Who Party 14 Toronto Report, and feedback including a review of Prisoner of the Daleks by Dave (Skaroth), and feedback from (Jordan, Steve Lee, Samantha (Romana II), and Companion2B (Sarah)).

Hosted by Ken Deep, James Naughton, and Louis Trapani.

Brought to you by the Gallifreyan Embassy and presented by Outpost Gallifrey.

Do you want the Enhanced Podcast AAC file format? Get our Enhanced Podcast version of this episode using our feed at http://www.gallifreyanembassy.org/podshock/podshock.xml.

sorry with background sounds. with co-hosts Romana II and Guest-host Darth Skeptical

Welcome to another fifty five minute tour through the geekdom.
In the this week's News: We find out what exactly is a SFX weekender and chat about a new way of recording TV ratings.

Week that was: Robin Hood series finale,The Black Beetle, Ghost Zero, Doc Monster, Detective Comics 854, The Good The Bad and The Weird, and the Ghostbusters game. Helping us with our week that was is none other Scott Wegener, artist on the awesome Atomic Robo from Red 5 Comics.

Main: The first half of our interview with Scott. We cover his geek credentials, some of his fave comics, how he became involved with Atomic Robo and how the comic was picked up by Red 5.

Coming soon part 2 of the interview

Enjoy!

Welcome to another fifty five minute tour through the geekdom.
In the this week's News: We find out what exactly is a SFX weekender and chat about a new way of recording TV ratings.

Week that was: Robin Hood series finale,The Black Beetle, Ghost Zero, Doc Monster, Detective Comics 854, The Good The Bad and The Weird, and the Ghostbusters game. Helping us with our week that was is none other Scott Wegener, artist on the awesome Atomic Robo from Red 5 Comics.

Main: The first half of our interview with Scott. We cover his geek credentials, some of his fave comics, how he became involved with Atomic Robo and how the comic was picked up by Red 5.

Coming soon part 2 of the interview

Enjoy!

Welcome to a new monthly gaming podcast hosted by Barry Nugent and Amaechi Oduah.

This month we chat about PS Home upsurge in users, the first screens for Max Payne 3 and the latest game to be given the Hollywood treatment.

In our review section - Buy, Rent or Avoid we give our thoughts on Resident Evil 5, Infamous, Ghostbusters and Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings.

We also list some of the games out in June and those coming up in July.

Enjoy Forty minutes of gaming goodness!

Welcome to a new monthly gaming podcast hosted by Barry Nugent and Amaechi Oduah.

This month we chat about PS Home upsurge in users, the first screens for Max Payne 3 and the latest game to be given the Hollywood treatment.

In our review section - Buy, Rent or Avoid we give our thoughts on Resident Evil 5, Infamous, Ghostbusters and Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings.

We also list some of the games out in June and those coming up in July.

Enjoy Forty minutes of gaming goodness!

In the first episode of Hoo on Who, I review 'Planet of Evil' a Fourth Doctor story and get my feet wet in the world of podcasting. I promise things will improve over time!

In this episode, I review the 5th Doctor's 2nd adventure, Four To Doomsday.

In this episode, I review the First Doctor story, The War Machines starring William Hartnell as the Doctor. I also answer listener e-mail!

In this episode, I'm joined by my guest co-host Steve Distasi as we discuss Patrick Troughton's Doctor and the story, Tomb of the Cybermen.

In this episode, I go over listener feedback emails and review Destiny of the Daleks, a 4th Doctor adventure starring Tom Baker and Lalla Ward.

In this episode, I'm joined live in the studio by a "special" guest co-host, my son Martin! We review the Sylvester McCoy adventure, Ghostlight. Also, I interview Dave Hingley, animator, and creator of my new and improved logo! Check out more of Dave's creations at http://davesplace.animationblogspot.com

I'm joined once again by Steve Distasi, as we review the 20th Anniversary Doctor Who story, The Five Doctors. I also update the listeners on the status of the official website of Hoo On Who and answer emails!

In this episode, I begin a 3 episode "hat trick" of guest hosts from the wonderful Doctor Who: Podshock, as Louis Trapani and I discuss Colin Baker's adventures as the Doctor in Vengeance on Varos! Louis details the history of the Gallifreyan Embassy, and the formation of Doctor Who: Podshock, as well as his other media projects and activities.

In this episode, I am joined by Ken Deep of Doctor Who: Podshock, as we discuss the Jon Pertwee story, Inferno! I talk to Ken about his history with the Gallifreyan Embassy, Doctor Who: Podshock, broadcasting, conventions, fandom and more!

(Warren and Steven version)

With only Torchwood news to bandy about, the second part of Steven Moffat's epic two-parter from Season 1 took center stage for this episode for a shorthanded RFS staff as they discussed the intricacies of one of the first series' masterpieces while simultaneously avoiding any actual discussion of the episode at hand, as per usual.

Check out the show notes at www.radiofreeskaro.com.

In this episode, I am joined by James Naughton of Doctor Who: Podshock, as we discuss the classic Tom Baker story, Pyramids of Mars. James and I also chat about his history with the Gallifreyan Embassy, Doctor Who: Podshock, podcasting in general and many other wonderful things!

I also answer listener feedback and give updates to Avatar Idol and other happenings over at http://www.hooonwho.com!

In the first episode of Hoo on Who, I review 'Planet of Evil' a Fourth Doctor story and get my feet wet in the world of podcasting.  I promise things will improve over time!

In this episode, I review the 5th Doctor's 2nd adventure, Four To Doomsday.

In this episode, I review the First Doctor story, The War Machines starring William Hartnell as the Doctor.  I also answer listener e-mail!

In this episode, I'm joined by my guest co-host Steve Distasi as we discuss Patrick Troughton's Doctor and the story, Tomb of the Cybermen.

In this episode, I go over listener feedback emails and review Destiny of the Daleks, a 4th Doctor adventure starring Tom Baker and Lalla Ward.

In this episode, I'm joined live in the studio by a "special" guest co-host, my son Martin!  We review the Sylvester McCoy adventure, Ghostlight.  Also, I interview Dave Hingley, animator, and creator of my new and improved logo!  Check out more of Dave's creations at http://davesplace.animationblogspot.com

I'm joined once again by Steve Distasi, as we review the 20th Anniversary Doctor Who story, The Five Doctors.  I also update the listeners on the status of the official website of Hoo On Who and answer emails!

In this episode, I begin a 3 episode "hat trick" of guest hosts from the wonderful Doctor Who: Podshock, as Louis Trapani and I discuss Colin Baker's adventures as the Doctor in Vengeance on Varos!  Louis details the history of the Gallifreyan Embassy, and the formation of Doctor Who: Podshock, as well as his other media projects and activities.

In this episode, I am joined by Ken Deep of Doctor Who: Podshock, as we discuss the Jon Pertwee story, Inferno!  I talk to Ken about his history with the Gallifreyan Embassy, Doctor Who: Podshock, broadcasting, conventions, fandom and more!

(Warren and Steven version)

With only Torchwood news to bandy about, the second part of Steven Moffat's epic two-parter from Season 1 took center stage for this episode for a shorthanded RFS staff as they discussed the intricacies of one of the first series' masterpieces while simultaneously avoiding any actual discussion of the episode at hand, as per usual.

Check out the show notes at www.radiofreeskaro.com.

In this episode, I am joined by James Naughton of Doctor Who: Podshock, as we discuss the classic Tom Baker story, Pyramids of Mars.  James and I also chat about his history with the Gallifreyan Embassy, Doctor Who: Podshock, podcasting in general and many other wonderful things!

I also answer listener feedback and give updates to Avatar Idol and other happenings over at http://www.hooonwho.com!

In a desperate attempt to catch up the guys review three of the latest progs, 1638, 1639 and 1640. A tearful farewall is said to Zombo, everyone gets a little over excited at the prospect of Ro-Busters origins, and they decide that Cradlegrave is probably really good and they are just too dumb to get it.
Prog 6 from 1977 and its deceptive cover are also looked at as is the graphic novel Kingdom : The Promised Land.

As always, spoilers throughout and language not suitable for the kiddies.

In a desperate attempt to catch up the guys review three of the latest progs, 1638, 1639 and 1640. A tearful farewall is said to Zombo, everyone gets a little over excited at the prospect of Ro-Busters origins, and they decide that Cradlegrave is probably really good and they are just too dumb to get it.
Prog 6 from 1977 and its deceptive cover are also looked at as is the graphic novel Kingdom : The Promised Land.

As always, spoilers throughout and language not suitable for the kiddies.

The War Games From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search This article is about the Doctor Who serial. For the 1965 television film on nuclear war, see The War Game. For the war games in the anime/manga MAR, see The War Games (MAR). For the 1983 US movie, see WarGames. 050 - The War Games Doctor Who serial The Doctor and his friends are caught in the middle of World War I... or are they? Cast Doctor Patrick Troughton (Second Doctor) Companions Frazer Hines (Jamie McCrimmon) Wendy Padbury (Zoe Heriot) Guest stars David Savile -- Lt CarstairsJane Sherwin -- Lady Jennifer BuckinghamNoel Coleman -- General SmytheRichard Steele -- Commandant GortonTerence Bayler -- Major BarringtonHubert Rees -- Captain RansomDavid Valla -- Lieutenant CraneEsmond Webb -- Sgt Major BurnsBrian Forster -- Sergeant WillisPat Gorman -- Military PolicemanPeter Stanton -- Military ChauffeurDavid Garfield -- Von WeichGregg Palmer -- Lieutenant LuckeJohn Livesey, Bernard Davies -- German SoldiersPhilip Madoc -- War LordEdward Brayshaw -- War ChiefJames Bree -- Security ChiefVernon Dobtcheff -- Chief ScientistJohn Atterbury -- Alien GuardCharles Pemberton -- Alien TechnicianBill Hutchinson -- Sgt ThompsonTerry Adams -- Corporal RileyLeslie Schofield -- LeroyRudolph Walker -- HarperMichael Lynch -- SpencerGraham Weston -- RussellDavid Troughton -- MoorPeter Craze -- Du PontMichael Napier-Brown -- Arturo VillarStephen Hubay -- PetrovTony McEwan -- RedcoatBernard Horsfall -- First Time LordTrevor Martin -- Second Time LordClyde Pollitt -- Third Time LordClare Jenkins -- Tanya Lernov Production Writer Malcolm Hulke Terrance Dicks Director David Maloney Script editor Terrance Dicks (uncredited) Producer Derrick Sherwin Executive producer(s) None Production code ZZ Series Season 6 Length 10 episodes, 25 minutes each Originally broadcast April 19-June 21, 1969 Chronology - Preceded by Followed by - The Space Pirates Spearhead from Space The War Games is a serial in the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, which originally aired in ten weekly parts from April 19 to June 21, 1969. It was the last regular appearance of Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor, and of Wendy Padbury and Frazer Hines as companions Zoe Heriot and Jamie McCrimmon. It is the 50th story of the series, and the last Doctor Who serial to be recorded in black and white. Contents [hide] 1 Plot 1.1 Synopsis1.2 Continuity 1.2.1 Firsts1.2.2 Lasts 2 Production3 Commercial releases 3.1 In print 4 References5 External links 5.1 Reviews5.2 Target novelisation //<![CDATA[ if (window.showTocToggle) { var tocShowText = "show"; var tocHideText = "hide"; showTocToggle(); } //]]> [edit] Plot [edit] Synopsis On an alien planet the Doctor uncovers a diabolic plot to conquer the universe, with brainwashed soldiers abducted from Earth forced to fight in simulated environments, reflecting the periods in history from whence they were taken. The alien's aim is to produce a super army from the survivors, to this end they have been aided by a renegade from the Doctor's own race the 'Time Lords'. Joining forces with rebel soldiers, who have broken their conditioning, the Doctor and his companions foil the plan and stop the fighting. But the Doctor admits he needs the help of the Time Lords to return the soldiers to their own times, but in asking risks capture for his own past crimes including the theft of the TARDIS. After sending the message he and his companions attempt to evade capture, but are caught. Having returned the soldiers to Earth, the Time Lords erase Zoe and Jamie's memories of travelling with the Doctor, and return them to the point in time just before they entered the TARDIS. They then place the Doctor on trial for stealing the TARDIS and breaking the rule of non-interference. The Doctor presents a spirited defence citing his many battles against the evils of the universe. Accepting this defence the Time Lords announce his punishment is exile to Earth. In addition the operation of the TARDIS is wiped from his memory and his next regeneration is imposed. [edit] Continuity Patrick Troughton later reprised the role of the Second Doctor in The Three Doctors, The Five Doctors and The Two Doctors. In the second of these, he expresses knowledge of events of the final episode of this serial, on the face of it a chronological impossibility, and in the last he is on an assignment for the Time Lords, which is incompatible with the events seen here. These facts gave rise to the Season 6B theory, enabled by the aforementioned lack of on-screen depiction of the regeneration.The Doctor again faces trial in The Trial of a Time Lord, the beginning of which refers to this previous trial.The time machines designed by the War Chief and used by the War Lords are called SIDRATs, an inversion of the name TARDIS. Though this name is used only once, and then merely in passing, on-screen during the serial (and pronounced "side-rat")[1], the expanded acronym is revealed to stand for "Space and Inter-Dimensional Robot All-purpose Transporter" in the 1979 novelisation by Malcolm Hulke. It is repeated in the Virgin New Adventures novel Timewyrm: Exodus by Terrance Dicks, which forms a sequel to The War Games.The Second Doctor's appearance in Terrance Dicks' BBC Books Eighth Doctor Adventures novel, The Eight Doctors, occurs during this story. [edit] Firsts For the first time, this serial names the Doctor's race as the "Time Lords". Although his home planet (Gallifrey) is seen, it would not be referenced by name until The Time Warrior (1973). His reasons for leaving Gallifrey, and the fact that he stole the TARDIS, are also revealed.Aside from the Doctor and Susan, the War Chief is the second person of the Doctor's race (after the Meddling Monk) to appear in the television series.Again the concept of regeneration is presented but not named in this serial, following The Tenth Planet/The Power of the Daleks. The process was eventually named in Planet of the Spiders, then retrospectively attributed to the earlier two changes of actors -- first by series fans, then later by the early-'80s production team in The Five Doctors. Until that point, there was some fan controversy over whether the Second Doctor had actually regenerated or merely had his appearance changed.While Troughton's Doctor is sentenced to a forced regeneration at the end of this serial, we do not actually see him regenerate into the Third Doctor (who first appears -- briefly wearing the Troughton costume -- in the next serial, Spearhead from Space). The only other Doctor not to receive an on-screen regeneration is the Eighth Doctor, who has already regenerated into the Ninth Doctor at the start of the 2005 series.In the first Episode, the Second Doctor kisses Zoe. [1] This display of platonic affection is the first time that the Doctor kisses one of his companions, though as the series went on it would be far from the last. [edit] Lasts In the final episode, the Time Lords wipe Zoe's mind and return her to the Wheel, where she encounters Tanya Lernov, a character from The Wheel in Space. A set from The Wheel in Space was rebuilt and actress Clare Jenkins (Tanya) rehired for this one scene.[2] The Big Finish Productions audio drama Fear of the Daleks shows an older Zoe having detailed dreams of her adventures with the Doctor, suspecting that something is blocking her memory, and seeing a psychiatric counsellor in an effort to understand the "dreams".This marks the last appearance of the TARDIS Control Room until The Claws of Axos in 1971, though the removed TARDIS console would be seen in the Doctor's UNIT headquarters laboratory in The Ambassadors of Death, and in a hut on the grounds of the titular project in Inferno.Episode 10 is the last episode of the original series to be produced in black and white. [edit] Production Serial details by episode: Episode Broadcast date Run time Viewership (in millions) Archive "Episode 1" 19 April 1969 25:00 5.5 16mm t/r "Episode 2" 26 April 1969 25:00 6.3 16mm t/r "Episode 3" 3 May 1969 24:30 5.1 16mm t/r "Episode 4" 10 May 1969 23:40 5.7 16mm t/r "Episode 5" 17 May 1969 24:30 5.1 16mm t/r "Episode 6" 24 May 1969 22:53 4.2 16mm t/r "Episode 7" 31 May 1969 22:28 4.9 16mm t/r "Episode 8" 7 June 1969 24:37 3.5 16mm t/r "Episode 9" 14 June 1969 24:34 4.1 16mm t/r "Episode 10" 21 June 1969 24:23 5.0 16mm t/r [3][4][5] Doctor Who book Doctor Who and the War Games Series Target novelisations Release number 70 Writer Malcolm Hulke Publisher Target Books Cover artist John Geary ISBN 0-426-20082-9 Release date 25 September 1979 Preceded by Doctor Who and the Image of the Fendahl Followed by Doctor Who and the Destiny of the Daleks [edit] Commercial releases This serial was released in the UK February 1990 in a two-tape set in episodic form. It was re-released in remastered format in September 2002. Since this VHS re-release, better quality film prints of the story have been located at the BFI, and were used for the DVD release.[6] The DVD will be released on July 6th 2009 and is a 3 disc set,[7] with a commentry provided by Frazer Hines, Wendy Padbury, Philip Madoc, Graham Weston, Jane Sherwin, Terrance Dicks and Derrick Sherwin. [edit] In print A novelisation of this serial, written by Malcolm Hulke, was published by Target Books in September 1979, entitled Doctor Who and The War Games. Despite the length of the serial, Hulke was allotted only 143 pages in which to adapt the 10-episode script, the third longest Doctor Who serial. By comparison, the later novelisation of the second longest serial, the 12-episode The Daleks' Master Plan, was published in two volumes, each of which were much longer than Hulke's book, while four books were used to novelise the longest serial, the 14-episode The Trial of a Time Lord. [edit] References ^ Cornell, Paul, Martin Day, & Keith Topping, Doctor Who: The Discontinuity Guide, Virgin Books, 1995, p. 104^ Wood, Tat; and Lawrence Miles (2006). About Time 2: The Unauthorized Guide to Doctor Who: 1966-1969, Seasons 4 to 6. Des Moines, Iowa: Mad Norwegian Press. ISBN 0-9759446-1-4. ^ Shaun Lyon et al. (2007-03-31). "{{subst:PAGENAME}}". Outpost Gallifrey. http://gallifreyone.com/episode.php?id=zz. Retrieved on 2008-08-31. ^ "{{subst:PAGENAME}}". Doctor Who Reference Guide. http://www.drwhoguide.com/who_2z.htm. Retrieved on 2008-08-31. ^ Sullivan, Shannon (2005-05-12). "{{subst:PAGENAME}}". A Brief History of Time Travel. http://www.shannonsullivan.com/drwho/serials/zz.html. Retrieved on 2008-08-31. ^ http://www.purpleville.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/rtwebsite/TheWarGamesDVD.htm^ http://www.purpleville.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/rtwebsite/TheWarGamesDVD.htm [edit] External links The War Games at bbc.co.ukThe War Games at Doctor Who: A Brief History Of Time (Travel)The War Games at the Doctor Who Reference GuideDoctor Who Locations - The War GamesDoctor Who Restoration Team - The War Games [edit] Reviews The War Games reviews at Outpost GallifreyThe War Games reviews at The Doctor Who Ratings Guide [edit] Target novelisation Doctor Who and the War Games reviews at The Doctor Who Ratings GuideOn Target -- Doctor Who and the War Games

As the third season of Doctor Who comes to a close, the TARDIS crew frees an enslaved civilization ("The Savages"), then they stop a supercomputer from destroying mankind ("The War Machines"). And when the dust settles, we're left with an entirely new set of companions. As Steven and Dodo make their exits, Polly and Ben find themselves unwillingly whisked away by The Doctor.

(Chris, Katrina and Other Chris version)

With only Torchwood news to bandy about, the second part of Steven Moffat's epic two-parter from Season 1 took center stage for this episode for a shorthanded RFS staff as they discussed the intricacies of one of the first series' masterpieces while simultaneously avoiding any actual discussion of the episode at hand, as per usual.

Check out the show notes at www.radiofreeskaro.com.

From the Vislor Turlough Jokebook (Penguin, 1984).

'Big, isn't it?'

Yup, this time around we, er, well, we had an oopsies moment and over ran. So have an extra long, squidgy, yummy Flashing Blade Podcast.

This time around Jo! and Tony look at the Big Finish play 'Wirrn Dawn' and also the Ecclestone story 'The Unquiet Dead'.

We also launch our first competition - '1001 Uses for a Nick Briggs'. This is our response to Big Finish's far-too-overloaded release schedule.

It's either that or we start a national cull....

Lots of feedback and nonsense as usual, and next time around we look at the BF play 'Scapegoat' and, because we have to talk about it at some stage, 'Genesis of the Daleks.'.

All thoughts on those two and any feedback, be it mail or mp3 to

show@flashingblade.org.uk

iTunes link:
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=319750508

(Chris, Katrina and Other Chris version)

With only Torchwood news to bandy about, the second part of Steven Moffat's epic two-parter from Season 1 took center stage for this episode for a shorthanded RFS staff as they discussed the intricacies of one of the first series' masterpieces while simultaneously avoiding any actual discussion of the episode at hand, as per usual.

Check out the show notes at www.radiofreeskaro.com.

Part 2 of 2

Doctor Who: Podshock - Episode 154
Running Time: 1:29:32

Interview with Charlie Ross, news, and feedback (Will, Brigadier Bill, Andre, Lela, Dazon?, Benjamin, and Donavon).

Hosted by Ken Deep, James Naughton, and Louis Trapani.

Brought to you by the Gallifreyan Embassy and presented by Outpost Gallifrey.

Do you want the Enhanced Podcast AAC file format? Get our Enhanced Podcast version of this episode using our feed at http://www.gallifreyanembassy.org/podshock/podshock.xml.

with guest-host darth part 1 of 2

Welcome to another 55 minutes of Geek Entertainment with Dave and Barry!

News: Smallville casting news and Buzz Aldin and the Rocket Experience

Week that was: MSG 4 touch on the iphone(reviewed by Dave!!!!), Chuck, Robin Hood, The Fixer, Dick Turpin and the Restless Dead, Sisterhood, Dark Reign: agents of agent and Doctor Who: Autopia

Main: We tackle the thorny subject of the rising levels of negativity in Geekdom

Welcome to another 55 minutes of Geek Entertainment with Dave and Barry!

News: Smallville casting news and Buzz Aldin and the Rocket Experience

Week that was: MSG 4 touch on the iphone(reviewed by Dave!!!!), Chuck, Robin Hood, The Fixer, Dick Turpin and the Restless Dead, Sisterhood, Dark Reign: agents of agent and Doctor Who: Autopia

Main: We tackle the thorny subject of the rising levels of negativity in Geekdom

Welcome to episode 2 of Small Press Big Mouth where Stace is full of wine and Lee is full of erm, hot air.

This episode we review Blankets by Craig Thompson, Fetishman, Western by Accent UK and Robots And That and a sneaky last minute review of Lowborn.

All in all 34 minutes of awesome small press reviews brought to you once again in Geordiebrumophonics!

Welcome to episode 2 of Small Press Big Mouth where Stace is full of wine and Lee is full of erm, hot air. 

This episode we review Blankets by Craig Thompson, Fetishman, Western by Accent UK and Robots And That and a sneaky last minute review of Lowborn. 

All  in all 34 minutes of awesome small press reviews brought to you once again in Geordiebrumophonics!

It's not often that the Three Who Rule spend more than a minute dismissing Torchwood out of hand, much less being interested in a new series of everyone's tolerated younger, ganglier cousin to Doctor Who. But that strange event is precisely what happened (explained away with string theory and many a complicated equation, most likely), along with some pre Comic Con banter and oh yes, a commentary on The Empty Child.

Check out the show notes at www.radiofreeskaro.com.

It's not often that the Three Who Rule spend more than a minute dismissing Torchwood out of hand, much less being interested in a new series of everyone's tolerated younger, ganglier cousin to Doctor Who. But that strange event is precisely what happened (explained away with string theory and many a complicated equation, most likely), along with some pre Comic Con banter and oh yes, a commentary on The Empty Child.

Check out the show notes at www.radiofreeskaro.com.

Our thrilling third episode!

Or something.

This time around we natter about the Big Finish play 'The Beast of Orlok' and also the Doctor Who story, 'Earthshock'. Jo! sums up just how wrong she got it when it came to 'Ashes to Ashes'. We also, with great reverance, reassure the followers of the Church of THE Colin Baker. Jo! now understands - though she does worry...
Oh, and as promised, heres the addy for our Facebook group:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=90613124550&ref=mf

Featuring, this time, the World's Worst:

Alec Guiness impersonation (apart from Ewan McGreggor's)
Valentine Dyall impersonation
Cover of a Dominic Glyn music cue

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=319750508

Show summary: Andy Simpkins, Adam J Purcell, Fake Keith and the ‘Real’ Keith Dunn talk about the Doctor Who: The Invasion, Ashes to Ashes, Primeval, dig up some Escape Pod Discs, find lots of general news, and a variety of other stuff, specifically:

• 00:00 – Intro and theme tune.
• 00:40 — Welcome!
• 00:47 — Jean takes one for the country!
• 01:30 – News:
• 01:43 — Doctor Who: New animated series, featuring David Tennant.
• 02:50 — Primeval: Axed, to death!
• 05:03 — Torchwood: New Radio 4 play dates announced.
• 06:27 — Futurama: new 26 episode series.
• 07:07 — New ‘Bladerunner like’ web series, Purefold, from Ridley Scott.
• 08:23 — Hugo Weaving back for The Hobbit
• 08:51 — Liam Neeson for the A-Team?
• 10:07 — Total Recall remake writer announced.
• 11:52 — Michael Shanks to guest star in Sanctuary.
• 12:50 — David Carradine found dead in the closet.
• 14:22 — Dalek for sale.
• 15:22 — Doctor Who funeral for fan.
• 16:10 – Doctor Who: The Invasion.
• 40:15 – Escape Pod Discs: Real Keith.
• 44:09 – Ashes to Ashes.
• 58:39 – Primeval.
• 67:47 – Shameless Plugs:
• 67:51 — The Tin Dog Podcast.
• 68:26 — The Flashing Blade Podcast.
• 69:47 – Emails and listener feedback.* Hit us yourself at show@StaggeringStories.net
• 70:59 – Farewell for this podcast!
• 71:18 — End theme, disclaimer, copyright, etc.

Vital Links:

• Staggering Stories.
• BBC: Doctor Who.
• David Tennant.
• ITV: Primeval.
• BBC: Torchwood.
• Wikipedia: Futurama.
• Wikipedia: Blade Runner.
• Wikipedia: The Hobbit Film Duology.
• Wikipedia: The A-Team.
• Wikipedia: Total Recall.
• Wikipedia: Michael Shanks.
• Wikipedia: David Carradine.
• West Sussex Gazette: Doctor Who Dalek lands in Crawley.
• The Daily Mail: Dr Who lookalike has time-travelling funeral in Tardis-style coffin.
• Facebook: Whooverville.
• Whooverville.
• BBC: Doctor Who: The Invasion.
• BBC: Ashes to Ashes.
• Doctor Who: Tin Dog Podcast.
• The Flashing Blade Podcast.

The first Mastermind show with guest Tony Gallichan of The Flashing Blade Podcast.

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