Traveling the Vortex
- Description:
- A podcast dedicated to the show Doctor Who with a perspective from two Midwest United States fans, and one person being introduced to the Doctor for the first time.
Homepage: http://travelingthevortex.com/
RSS Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/travelvortex?format=xml
- Episodes:
- 1436
- Average Episode Duration:
- 0:1:12:41
- Longest Episode Duration:
- 0:3:39:05
- Total Duration of all Episodes:
- 72 days, 11 hours, 39 minutes and 51 seconds
- Earliest Episode:
- 6 January 2011 (8:03am GMT)
- Latest Episode:
- 12 May 2025 (3:06pm GMT)
- Average Time Between Episodes:
- 3 days, 15 hours, 34 minutes and 53 seconds
Traveling the Vortex Episodes
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Episode 41 - 76 Totter's Lane
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsFollowing the end of Series Six last week, it’s back to the beginning this week to the story that launched one of television’s greatest sci-fi series. This week we review The Beginning box set (two-thirds of it anyway) with the stories, An Unearthly Child, Edge of Destruction, and Marco Polo. And we’ll talk about the news of the week, including some announced DVD releases in the U.S. and of course your feedback.
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Episode 40 - Who Knows What Evil Lurks
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsAfter a terrific 13 week run, Series Six finally wraps with The Wedding of River Song. We’ll let you know what we thought about this year’s season finale. Plus, another finale as well for The Key To Time series with The Armageddon Factor. Also, news about the end of Doctor Who Confidential, and of course your feedback.
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Episode 39 - Stormageddon: Dark Lord Of All
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsHere we are at the penultimate episode of Series Six. It’s been a good time, with lots of ups and downs this season, and this week’s episode in no exception. Here’s our review of Closing Time with the return of James Corden reprising his role as Craig Owens. But, first a review of the fifth story in the key to time, The Power of Kroll. Plus as usual, your feedback!
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Episode 38 - Hotel California
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 seconds“You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!” This week we “check in” to the latest episode of Series Six with a review of The God Complex. But, before that, it’s medieval sword play, colorful costumes, and robot impostors, oh… and our review of The Androids of Tara, the fourth part to the Key to Time series. And as usual, news and your feedback. Enjoy!
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Episode 37 - New And Improved
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsHere we are this week, and as the title suggests, we are new and improved. Or, perhaps we should just say cleaner and clearer? This week we continue our review of the Key to Time series with The Stones of Blood. Then the most recent installment of series six with The Girl Who Waited. Hopefully you won’t have to.
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Episode 36 - Don't Panic!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 seconds“A plank. The theory is very simple: You walk along it. At the end, you fall off. Drop one thousand feet… dead.” In this week’s episode we review the next installment in The Key To Time series – The Pirate Planet as well as the newest Eleventh Doctor outing with Night Terrors.
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Episode 35 - Of Tyrants And Dictators
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsBack again right on the heels of the return of Series Six. This week we review Let’s Kill Hitler, and then head back through the vortex for a review of the first story in the Key to Time series – The Ribos Operation. And of course we have your feedback and I’m sure we got off on a number of tangents this week so enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Big Finish *I’m pretty sure the Big Finish Audio that featured the “black rectangular hole” chasing the Tardis (the time scoop, from “The Five Doctors”) was within the second season of the Paul McGann 8th Doctor Adventures. I belive it was episode 2.7 “Sisters Of The Flame”, but bewarned! This is the first of a THREE PART story arc, which continues in the season 2 finale 2.8 “Vengenance Of Morbius” and the season three premier, 3.1 “Orbis”. A fantastic tale, but does feature some characters from previous 8th Doctor audio adventures. – Shaun
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Episode 34 - Goo Goo G'Joob
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThird Doctor: Jo, it’s all quite simple – I am he and he is me! Jo Grant: And we are all together, goo goo g’joob? In this week’s episode we review four multi-Doctor stories, starting with the classic Third Doctor story, The Three Doctors. We follow that up with the less then stellar, The Two Doctors, and then the absolutely superb mini-episode, Time Crash. And to round things out, we talk a little about the multi-Doctor extravaganza, Dimensions in Time. Oh, and of course news and your feedback! Enjoy!
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Episode 33 - The Episode Of Rassilon
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsHere it is, and back on time this week. Recorded from our new studio digs (or in other word’s Shaun and Keith’s place) is this week’s show. This time, we review The Five Doctors. Not much news going on this week, well of course with the exception of Keith moving in with Shaun, and now I only have a 2 minute commute as opposed to a 20 minute commute to record on Sunday. Can you tell how happy I am that Keith moved? Also, your feedback! * The Retraction Of Rassilon: Wanting to stem the flow of corrections early, we got into a bit of a quagmire over the name of Patrick Troughton’s son in this episode. Turns out he has 2, David Troughton is an actor who, among other credits played King Peladon in “The Curse Of Peladon” and his younger brother Michael Troughton is currently at work on a biography of his late father due out in November.
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Episode 32 - Everything Changes
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsRested and rejuvenated, Shaun is back from vacation, and we were able to finally sit down and record another episode of Traveling the Vortex. This week, a change of pace in the Doctor Who universe, as we take a look back at season 1 of the spin-off series, Torchwood. Also, Shaun recounts his trip to Omaha, reaction to the new trailer and posters, and of course you feedback, Enjoy!
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Episode 31 - Passing The Time On Planes
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this week’s episode we wrap up our review of Series 3 featuring the Tenth Doctor and Martha, with Infinite Quest, Utopia, The Sound of Drums, and Last of the Time Lords. Also, some speculation on our part on the possibility of another multi-doctor story in 2013, Glenn recounts his proud moments about his daughters first real roller coaster ride, and of course your feedback. By the way, we’d like to apologize for the length of this episode, however, we have one fan who is going to be especially thankful for it. Have a safe trip, Alex!
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Episode 30 - Oh The Whomanity
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsBig news this week, we have a return date for Series 6.5! In this week’s episode well discuss that and the new trailer that was released this weekend at San Diego Comic Con. Also, our Adversary Archive: The Master, featuring reviews of The Claws of Axos, The Deadly Assassin, Survival, and Scream of the Shalka. And of course, your feed back! Oh, and Glenn’s ONE problem with the Back to the Future trilogy? Listen to find out.
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Episode 29 - We Are Family
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsWhat could possibly come between a match made in heaven? The parents. Dinner. And a nightclub called… oh wait… that’s not right. Here we go. In this week’s episode, we review three more Tenth Doctor stories, starting with 42. Then we tackle the exciting Paul Cornell two-part story Human Nature and Family of Blood. Also, Doctor Who Facebook news and of course, your feedback.
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Episode 28 - Poor Fuel Economy Hybrids
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week’s episode is a review of the Tenth Doctor stories, Daleks in Manhattan, Evolution of the Daleks, and The Lazarus Experiment. Also, Torchwood: Miracle Day impressions from Keith, a Gallifrey 23 update, and Doctor Who cast at San Diego Comic Con. And, of course, your feedback.
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Episode 27 - Independence Of The Daleks
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsAfter a few days off for the holiday, we’ve returned with our latest episode. In this Adversary Archive: The Daleks 2.0 (or as Shaun considers it Davros 1.0) we review Genesis of the Daleks, and Destiny of the Daleks. Also, in this episode an update on this weeks Friday Night Who – or Friday Night Who: Thursday Edition. And of course, your feedback
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Episode 26 - The Vortex Code
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsSorry for the delay, the delivery guy showed up late with the files necessary to put together a show. I bet some of you were shouting at your iTunes feed “Them Vortex Boys didn’t really get this thing fixed!” Better late than never though, I always say. And I say it a lot because I am always late. Anywho! This weeks episode we review more Tenth Doctor episodes, starting with the Christmas special, The Runaway Bride. Then on to the beginning of Martha Jones tenure as the companion with Smith and Jones, The Shakespeare Code, and Gridlock. And Glenn tries to explain the ribbon culture at Galley but here is a link to a site that explains it much better: Ribbons at Gallifrey One Conventions
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Episode 25 - Silver Nemesis II Electric Boogaloo
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsWow! Twenty-five weeks have gone so fast for us here at Traveling the Vortex. And to mark the occasion, we threw a little party! It was a small intimate affair. Just a few close friends. Oh, and the Myrka. Anyway, this week we discuss the confusion and over-speculation that is the “No full season in 2012″ rumor. Also, we finish reviewing Series 2 with – Fear Her, Army of Ghosts, and Doomsday. And finally all of the wonderful feedback that we have received this week from our wonderful listeners. Enjoy!
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Episode 24 - I Was Molested By A Fan Girl In Omaha
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsNot as long winded this week, another episode is in the can and posted to the feed. In this one, we head back to the Tenth Doctor’s era and review The Idiot’s Lantern, The Impossible Planet, The Satan Pit, and everyone’s favorite – Love and Monsters. A long bit of insightful feedback, and Keith tells us about his trip to Contagion: Outbreak – Omaha’s Premiere Pop-Culture Expo and Convention. Oh, and I should mention, we are much more upbeat and positive in this weeks podcast. Sorry, about last week, I don’t know what happened to our energy.
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Episode 23 - Good Man And The Indebted Friends
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsOnce again this week a warning: We are reviewing the latest episode from Series Six to air in the UK, A Good Man Goes To War. Also a review of last week’s Friday Night Who and Seven Weeks For Seven Doctors finale – Delta and the Bannermen. And of course news and feedback. Hope you enjoy!
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Episode 22 - The Almost Podcast
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsWe call this week’s episode, The Almost Podcast because some listeners will hear almost all of the show before they have to wait another week to hear our review of The Almost People. That’s right, our policy here at Traveling the Vortex is, if it’s aired in the U.K., we’re going to talk about it. So please keep that in mind when listening to this week’s show. However, there is still plenty for the North American folks to enjoy. We also review the subject of last week’s Seven Weeks for Seven Doctors, Vengeance on Varos, starring the Sixth Doctor and Peri. Surprisingly, there was no actual feedback this week, however, we do read out a couple of comments that are in reaction to BBC America and SPACE’s decision to delay Series Six for one week for the Memorial Day holiday.
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Episode 21 - Old Enough To Drink
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsWe start this week off with a congratulations to Steven Moffat on his BAFTA win. Then reaction to North Ameican TV networks, BBC America and SPACE’s decision to delay Series Six one week for the Memorial Day holiday. Also, your feedback, including a special poem, by one of our listeners. We also chime in on Spoliergate, and the impact spoilers have on the enjoyment of our favorite program as well as our policy on them. And two reviews. Up first is a review of the Fifth Doctor story, Black Orchid, followed by this weeks new Series Six episode, The Rebel Flesh. And remember, if you subscribed to our podcast through the iTunes store, and you do not receive the show on your feed this week, you WILL need to subscribe through this site. Enjoy
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Episode 20 - The Doctor's Divorce
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsGrab those BINGO cards! This week we review the fan filled story, The Doctor’s Wife. But first a review of the fourth installment of our ongoing ‘Seven Weeks for Seven Doctors’ series with the Fourth Doctor story, Pyramids of Mars. The challenge continues with lots of listener feedback as well. We love all the attention! BINGO!
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Episode 19 - Attack Of The Pop Culture References
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsBetter late than never, huh? In this episode, we review the Third Doctor story Carnival of Monsters. And then a look at Series Six’s latest installment, The Curse of the Black Spot. And as usual, your feedback. (We even had our first Google Voice submission, thanks Muldwych!) The show is laden with pop culture references through out, so jot them all down, there may be a pop quiz later! Enjoy!
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Episode 18 - Moon River
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsMinds thoroughly blown this week, we attempt to review this week’s episode of Doctor Who – Day of the Moon. We’ll explore some wild theories about the time team (some may come true) and share our reaction to the incredible two-parter as a whole. Also, our review of the Second Doctor story, The Dominators. And of course news and your feedback. Enjoy this week’s long winded discussion, it’s the longest one yet. So sorry.
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Episode 17 - Love And Astronauts
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsA double dose of Who this week. First a review of the classic First Doctor story, The Aztecs. Then the episode we have been waiting for months, The Impossible Astronaut. Also, a look back on the life of Elisabeth Sladen, our Sarah Jane Smith. And of course, your feedback.
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Episode 16 - You Will Join Us
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsA jaunt back in time for three stories in this week’s Adversary Archives: The Cybermen. We review two Second Doctor stories, Tomb of the Cybermen and The Invasion, and the Fifth Doctor story Earthshock. And as always, your feedback.
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Episode 15 - The Rise of Steel
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this weeks episode, a very special announcement. We are now located on another server. Be sure to visit travelingthevortex.com to see our new home. Also this week, Doctor Who Insider hits the stands. Find out what we think of the new publication. And of course, our review of School Reunion, Girl in the Fireplace, Rise of the Cybermen, & Age of Steel.
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Episode 14 - The Girl Next Door
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week we embark upon our very first Companion Archive, this time featuring Sarah Jane Smith. We review three of her stories with the Doctor, and her first adventure with K-9. Also, reaction to the recent trailers released for Series Six and Torchwood.
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Episode 13 - The Doctor Lends a Hand
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this weeks episode we'll discuss the announced release date for Torchwood: Miracle Day. Also, a review of the prequel trailer to The Impossible Astronaut. And finally a review of the Tenth Doctor's first few episodes.
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Episode 12 - The Oncoming Storm
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week we finish our review of Series 1 as we say goodbye to the Ninth Doctor and Christopher Eccleston. Also a review of this year's Red Nose Day Doctor Who special, and a trip back to a past RND special, The Curse of Fatal Death. Plus, news and your feedback. Show note links. Mark's Ode to the Myrka banner art http://i56.tinypic.com/2h4z31w.png
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Episode 11 - Are You Our Mummy?
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week we explore four more Ninth Doctor stories, The Long Game, Father's Day, The Empty Child, and The Doctor Dances. Also, more feedback, the gauntlet is thrown down by another listener who says, HE"S our number 1 fan. Plus, our reaction to the best news of the year, the launch date for Series 6, not for the UK, but actually for the U.S. Hope you enjoy! Show note links: DoctorWho:ReincarnatedPublications - www.doctorwho-reincarnated.yolasite.com cj's notebook - http://cjsnotebook5.blogspot.com Entertainment Weekly - http://insidetv.ew.com/2011/03/09/doctor-who-premiere-date/
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Episode 10 - Exterminate!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week's episode is so "bowtie". We have feedback from Traveling the Vortex's (self-proclaimed) Number One Fan. Do you agree? Also, reaction to two recent casting announcements for Torchwood: Miracle Day, hereâs a hint to one, "Who you gonna call?" And in this weekâs Adversary Archive, weâre talking about three stories involving the Doctor's number one enemy: The Daleks. A review of The Daleks, The Daleks Invasion of Earth, and Dalek. Plus, a report from Draculasaurus, who visited this yearâs Doctor Who convention - Gallifrey One's Catch 22: Islands of Mystery. Links mentioned in this week's show: DoctorWho:ReincarnatedPublications - www.doctorwho-reincarnated.yolasite.com Gallifrey One - http://gallifreyone.com/ Draculasaurus - http://www.draculasaurus.com/
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Episode 9 - Number Nine
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week we focus on the ninth Doctor stories, The End of the World, The Unquiet Dead, Aliens of London, and World War Three. Also a look back on the life of Nicholas Courtney, or as Doctor Who fans best know him Brigadier Alistair Gordon Lethbridge-Stewart. We recall our fondest memories of The Brig. And finally we lay out the stories we will review in next week's podcast for those who might be watching along with us.
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Episode 8 - John Smith and the Plastic Auton Band
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn our second Adversary Archives (first under the brand new title) we take a look back at the Autons. We explore the two Third Doctor episodes, Spearhead From Space and Terror of the Autons. Then a look at the Ninth Doctor story, Rose. And the announcement of our featured villain in our next Adversary Archive.
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Episode 7 - It's Finally Here!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsAfter rescuing the data from near catastrophe, This week's episode is finally live. In this week's episode, a little gratitude for the kind feedback we've gotten recently. And, the day North American Doctor Who fans have been waiting for since 1996. We finally get our DVDs for a review of Doctor Who - The Movie. Be sure to check it out!
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Episode 6 - And the Award Goes To
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this weeks episode we talk about Doctor Who's triumphant win at the SFX Awards last week. Also, Traveling the Vortex poet laureate, Shaun reads his masterpiece, Ode to a Myrka. And of course we finish series five discussions with a review of Vincent and the Doctor, The Lodger, The Pandorica Opens, and The Big Bang. Check the feeds! P.S. Watch your ears. Shaun and Glenn both have colds and we were not able to employ the use of a cough button.
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Episode 5 - Silurians, Sea Devils, & Myrka, Oh My!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this episode, we review three Classic Doctor Who stories, Doctor Who and the Silurians, The Sea Devils, and Wariors of the Deep. We also talk about some new DW related toys. Be sure to send us feedback on this week's episode. Send feedback to travelingthevortex@gmail.com.
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Episode 4 - Tragedy Tomorrow, Comedy Tonight
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this episode of Traveling the Vortex, we discuss filming of "Torchwood: Miracle Day" starting in the U.S. Also congratulations to David Tennant and Georgia Moffat on their impending new arrivals and wedding date. Also in this episode, DVD discussion and plans for a review of some of the classic material. Plus a review of "The Vampires of Venice", "Amy's Choice". "The Hungry Earth" and "Cold Blood". If you'd like to send us feedback you can e-mail us at travelingthevortex@gmail.com, follow us on Twitter - @travelvoretex, friend us on Facebook, or leave a message on our Google Voice number (913) 890-3025. We'd love to hear from you!
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Episode 3 - The Angels Have the Podcast!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this episode Shaun, Keith, and Glenn discuss the Weeping Angels and River Song story arc. We also show our love and appreciation for the writing of Steven Moffat. To send us feedback you can contact us at travelingthevortex@gmail.com, leave a comment on this blog post, or call our Google Voice number at (913)890-3025. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter - @travelvortex.
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Episode 2 - Fishfingers, Beasties, and Daleks!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsThis week we talk a bit about Torchwood: Miracle Day, and the Dr. Who YouTube Channel. Keith has watched the first three episodes of Season 5 since then, so we discuss what he and the others thought of them. We round out the episode by discussing how Keith should continue.What do you think? Should he go back and watch Blink, Silence in the Library and Forest of the Dead before continuing on to The Time of Angels and Flesh and Stone? Sound off and let us know! If you'd like to leave feedback, you can e-mail us at travelingthevortex@gmail.com. You can also follow us on twitter - @travelvorex, and on Facebook. If you'd like to leave us an audio feedback, we have a Google Voice box as well. The number is 913-890-3025. And, we also talked about the opening theme, and that it represents our passion for gaming, particularly from the late 80's and early 90's (or the NES years). Giving credit where credit is due, here is a link to composer, ShatteredDreams888's YouTube channel where the theme comes from. http://www.youtube.com/user/ShatteredDreams888
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Episode 1 - A Christmas Carol
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsIn this episode, we discuss the recently broadcast Doctor Who: A Christmas Carol and introduce the hosts, Shaun, Keith, and Glenn. I hope you enjoy it.
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Episode 589 – Sit Sutekh, Sit! Good Dog
Episode Duration: 0 days, 0 hours, 39 minutes and 19 secondsOkay gang, after a slightly forced hiatus, we are back with a review of the final episode of the latest season of Doctor Who. This time we review Empire of Death.
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Episode 589 – Sit Sutekh, Sit! Good Dog
Episode Duration: 0 days, 0 hours, 39 minutes and 20 secondsThis time we review Empire of Death. The post Episode 589 – Sit Sutekh, Sit! Good Dog appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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Episode 588 – Time to Catch Up
Episode Duration: 0 days, 0 hours, 48 minutes and 31 secondsWe are weeks behind, so this time we play catch-up with reviews of Dot & Bubble, Rogue and The Legend of Ruby Sunday,
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Episode 588 – Time to Catch Up
Episode Duration: 0 days, 0 hours, 48 minutes and 32 secondsWe are weeks behind, so this time we play catch-up with reviews of Dot & Bubble, Rogue and The Legend of Ruby Sunday, The post Episode 588 – Time to Catch Up appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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Episode 587 – Semper Distans
Episode Duration: 0 days, 0 hours, 25 minutes and 58 secondsThis time we review Doctor Who S1E4 – 72 Yards.
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Episode 587 – Semper Distans
Episode Duration: 0 days, 0 hours, 25 minutes and 59 secondsThis time we review Doctor Who S1E4 - 72 Yards. The post Episode 587 – Semper Distans appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.