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PODCAST

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast

Lucky Shot Productions

A Whovian (John S. Drew) and a Newvian (writer/editor Jim Beard) walk into a TARDIS and retrace the journey of the Doctor and his companions from the very beginning.

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01:39:58

Goodbye, Lalla - "Warriors' Gate"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/07/12

"Warriors' Gate" Production 5S January 3-24, 1981 The TARDIS winds up in the void between E-Space and N-Space, but the gateway is guarded by robots created by those rebelling against their enslavers. 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 abrupt departure of Romana, the sidelining of Adric and K9, and the

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40:48

Doctor Who and the Malcontents - "Doctor Who and the...

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/07/05

"Doctor Who and the Pescatons" July 1976 The Doctor and Sarah Jane return to Earth to discover a metallic shark-like race is bent on taking over the planet. 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 similarities with Fury from the Deep, the toned down performance of Tom Baker, and the lack of Sarah Jane in the

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01:18:41

Lalla is a Pain in the Neck - "State of Decay"

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2025/06/28

"State of Decay" Production 5P November 22 - December 13, 1980 The TARDIS takes the Doctor, Romana and Adric to a world where the people appear backward despite indications of high technology. Moreso, a threat from the Time Lords' past is hiding in plain sight. 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 sidelining of K9,

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01:25:57

Lost in E-Space with Lalla - "Full Circle"

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2025/06/21

"Full Circle" Production 5R October 25. - November 15, 1980 Trapped in E-Space, the Doctor and Romana encounter Adric and a mystery that has kept his people in darkness for decades. 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 story of the Classic Doctor Who series. In this episode, we discuss the premiere of Adric, the opportunity of a lifetime for Andrew Smith, and the sidelining of both

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01:31:45

When Lalla Met Jacqueline - "Meglos"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/06/14

"Meglos" Production 5N September 27 - October 18, 1980 The Doctor comes to help the people of Tygella, but is it really him? 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, we discuss the makeup on Tom Baker, the double act of Gregger and Brotadec, and the return of Jacqueline Hill to Doctor Who. Please make sure you are subscribed to our

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01:31:52

Vacationing with Lalla - "The Leisure Hive"

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2025/06/07

"The Leisure Hive" Production 5N August 30 - September 20, 1980 The Doctor and Romana visit the planet of Argolis where tachyon technology is being used to restore a dying civilization. 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, we discuss the new version of the theme, the removal of the Radomizer, and the agency of Romana. Please

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01:19:43

The Best Laid Plans - Patreon Exclusive #79

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/05/31

MUSIC Craig Ferguson of the Late, Late Show creates lyrics for the Doctor Who theme - Craig Ferguson ~ Doctor Who Special Openings! Show 11th SEASON RETROSPECTIVE John and Jim discuss the good, the bad, and the funny in Pertwee's final season as the Doctor. Stay tuned for our Pertwee retrospective next week. COMIC 97 - Doctor Who - "Size Control" - May 18 - June 29, 1974 The Doctor discovers a vessel where giant mantis-like creatures are preparing to destroy their enemies, a

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02:12:44

I'm Horny for Lalla - "The Horns of Nimon"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/05/24

"The Horns of Nimon" Production 5L December 22, 1979 - January 12, 1980 The Nimon threaten not only the planet Skonnos, but the Doctor and Romana as well. 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, we are joined by Felicity Kusinitz of the Flopcast. Together, we discuss Felicity's entry into Doctor Who, the restrained performance of

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01:13:24

Lalla is a Dream Come True - "Nightmare of Eden"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/05/17

"Nightmare of Eden" Production 5K November 24 - December 14, 1979 The Doctor and Romana find themselves trapped on a ship that is locked with another ship while dealing with drug runners. 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 look of the Empress, the performance of Tom Baker and Lalla Ward, and the cliffhangers

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01:21:15

Keep Lalla from the Pit! - "The Creature from the Pit"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/05/10

"The Creature from the Pit" Production 5G October 27 - November 17, 1979 On the planet Chloris, there is a mystery behind a murderous creature that skulks about in a pit. 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 phallic nature of the creature, the voice change of K9, and the villainous Lady Adrasta. Please make sure

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01:45:12

Lalla in the City of Love - "City of Death"

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2025/05/03

"City of Death" Production 5H September 29 - October 20, 1979 On holiday in modern day Paris, the Doctor and Romana discover time ripples that have an effect on them and the people of the City of Love. 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 author/podcaster Alan J. Porter to discuss Douglas Adams' humor, Lalla

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01:51:26

If Lalla Be My Destiny - "Destiny of the Daleks"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/04/26

"Destiny of the Daleks" Production 5J September 1-22, 1979 The Randomizer takes the TARDIS to Skaro where the Movellans and the Daleks are searching for something in the ruins of the Kaled city. 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 appreciation of Lalla Ward's portrayal of Romana, the ratcheting up of

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42:35

Patreon Exclusive 72 - Season 40 Retrospective

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/04/19

MUSIC Hank Marvin - Doctor Who (Official Video) https://youtu.be/8xHFDTO0PHU?si=ef94GqCjEJHL3EF9 SEASON 40 RETROSPECTIVE We take one last look at Ncuti Gatwa's first season as the Doctor. COMIC 86 - Doctor Who - The Threat from Beneath - April 7, 1973 The Daleks attempt an invasion of Earth from beneath the surface of the ocean, using psychological techniques to subvert humanity. 87 - Doctor Who - Back to the Sun - May 5-27, 1973 An alien race attempts to invade the planet via a new power

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01:59:18

Armageddon You Right? - The Key to Time - The...

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2025/04/12

The Key to Time "The Armageddon Factor" Production 5F January 20 - February 20, 1979 The final segment to the Key to Time may prove the most difficult to find as the Black Guardian and his henchman, the Shadow, are hot on the trail as well. 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 John's devotion to Lalla Ward,

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01:12:02

We Apologize in Advance to Those Who Worship Kroll -...

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/04/05

The Key to Time "The Power of Kroll" Production 5E December 23, 1978 - January 13, 1979 The 5th segment to the Key to Time is on a world full of swamps and Swampies that make finding the segment difficulty for the Doctor and Romana. 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 continued marginalization of Romana,

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01:03:43

Frankly, You Don't Give a Damn - The Key to Time -...

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/03/29

The Key to Time "The Androids of Tara" Production 5D November 25 - December 16, 1978 Finding the 4th segment to the Key to Time is easy, but holding it while figuring out who is an android and who is royalty is proving difficult for the Doctor. 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 marginalization of Romana, Tom

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01:39:48

How Cheeky! - The Key to Time - "The Stones of Blood"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/03/22

The Key to Time "The Stones of Blood" Production 5C October 28 - November 18, 1978 The third segment to the Key to Time is located on Earth, but will an ancient cult prevent the Doctor and Romana from finding 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, yet another cult in a Doctor Who story, the gibes at men by the ladies of

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01:31:05

Spaceballs 2 - "The Pirate Planet"

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/03/15

The Key to Time "The Pirate Planet" Production 5B September 30 - October 21, 1978 The second segment to the Key to Time is supposed to be on a planet that isn't there, but then suddenly is. Is it the same planet? 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 Douglas Adams' humor, Jim's appreciation for Romana, and the

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01:38:56

Pay No Attention to the Time Lady Behind the Door -...

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/03/08

The Key to Time "The Ribos Operation" Production 5A September 2-23, 1978 The Doctor is given an assignment to recover the six segments to the powerful Key to Time. He is also given a new assistant in the form of Time Lady Romana. Their first mission, retrieve the piece on the planet Ribos. 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,

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52:03

Just Because You Can Do Something... - Big Finish -...

The Doctor"s Beard Podcast ·

2025/03/01

Big Finish "The Ark" June 8, 2023 The TARDIS arrives on Noah's Ark, a space station in the future holding the cryogenic human race. But there is an alien presence as well that wants Earth for itself. 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 performance, the changes to the story, and modulation of alien

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