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 22 - The Almost Podcast
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 36 minutes and 20 seconds
We 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 days, 2 hours, 4 minutes and 11 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 days, 1 hours, 55 minutes and 25 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 days, 1 hours, 53 minutes and 38 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!
Link(s) mentioned in the show:
The Time Meddler’s Blog
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Episode 18 - Moon River
Episode Duration: 0 days, 2 hours, 21 minutes and 39 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 days, 2 hours, 18 minutes and 10 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.
Plus, please note, we are still in the process of moving our iTunes feed over to our new server. If you fail to get this week’s episode in iTunes, you can subscribe to the show by clicking the subscribe links on the right side of the page. Also, you can go to feeds.feedburner.com/travelvortex to update your subscription options. And you can download a copy of the show right here from this post.
Enjoy!
Links mentioned in the show;
Cyberman Bob by Mark Lee.
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Episode 16 - You Will Join Us
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 55 minutes and 49 seconds
A 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.
Mentioned Links:
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cj’s notebook
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Episode 15 - The Rise of Steel
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 15 minutes and 55 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 days, 1 hours, 48 minutes and 43 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. Download Episode 14 – The Girl Next Door.mpg The post Episode 14 – The Girl Next Door appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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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 days, 1 hours, 26 minutes and 4 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. Note: We are having some issues with the server that hosts the podcast for the feed. If you are not able to download this week's episode you can listen in the player below or download it from here. Episode...
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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.
Note: We are having some issues with the server that hosts the podcast for the feed. If you are not able to download this week’s episode you can listen in the player below or download it from here.
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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 12 – The Oncoming Storm
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 34 minutes and 27 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 Download Episode 12 – The Oncoming Storm.mp3 The post Episode 12 – The Oncoming Storm appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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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.comcj’s notebook – http://cjsnotebook5.blogspot.com
Entertainment Weekly – http://insidetv.ew.com/2011/03/09/doctor-who-premiere-date/
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Episode 11 – Are You Our Mummy?
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 18 minutes and 17 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...
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Episode 10 - Exterminate!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 seconds
This 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, here's a hint to one, "Who you gonna call?"
And in this week's Adversary Archive, we're 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 year's 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/Download Episode 10 – Exterminate.mp3
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Episode 10 – Exterminate!
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 50 minutes and 36 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, here’s a hint to one, “Who you gonna call?” And in this week’s Adversary Archive, we’re 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...
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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 9 – Number Nine
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 29 minutes and 3 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...
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Episode 8 - John Smith and the Plastic Auton Band
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In 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.Download Episode 8 – John Smith and the Plastic Auton Band.mpg
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Episode 8 – John Smith and the Plastic Auton Band
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 30 minutes and 59 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. The post Episode 8 – John Smith and the Plastic Auton Band appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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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 7 – It’s Finally Here!
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 37 minutes and 18 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! The post Episode 7 – It's Finally Here! appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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Episode 6 - And the Award Goes To...
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsEpisode six is now posted!
In 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 6 – And the Award Goes To…
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 30 minutes and 14 secondsEpisode six is now posted! In 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...
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Episode 5 - Silurians, Sea Devils, and Myrka, Oh My!
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After more technical issues (and as I have discovered, a few user issues) Episode 5 is now on the feeds.In 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 5 – Silurians, Sea Devils, and Myrka, Oh My!
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 36 minutes and 3 secondsAfter more technical issues (and as I have discovered, a few user issues) Episode 5 is now on the feeds. In 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. The post Episode 5 – Silurians, Sea Devils, and Myrka, Oh My! appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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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 4 – Tragedy Tomorrow, Comedy Tonight
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 20 minutes and 45 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...
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Episode 3 - The Angels Have the Podcast!
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In 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.Download Episode 3 – The Angels Have the Podcast.mp3
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Episode 3 – The Angels Have the Podcast!
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 2 minutes and 18 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. The post Episode 3 – The Angels Have the Podcast! appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
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Episode 2 - Fishfingers, Beasties, and Daleks!
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsEpisode 2 of Traveling the Vortex is now available on the feed!
This 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.
Thanks for listening!
UPDATE: In this episode 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 2 – Fishfingers, Beasties, and Daleks!
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 10 minutes and 59 secondsEpisode 2 of Traveling the Vortex is now available on the feed! This 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...
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Episode 1 - A Christmas Carol
Episode Duration: 0 minutes and 0 secondsEpisode 1 is now available on the feed! In this episode we discuss the recently broadcast Doctor Who: A Christmas Carol. Also an introduction to the hosts, Shaun, Keith, and Glenn. Hope you enjoy. By the way, the iTunes feed is not available. We are still waiting approval from Apple. We will let you know when it becomes available.
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Episode 1 – A Christmas Carol
Episode Duration: 0 days, 1 hours, 11 minutes and 20 secondsEpisode 1 is now available on the feed! In this episode we discuss the recently broadcast Doctor Who: A Christmas Carol. Also an introduction to the hosts, Shaun, Keith, and Glenn. Hope you enjoy. By the way, the iTunes feed is not available. We are still waiting approval from Apple. We will let you know when it becomes available. The post Episode 1 – A Christmas Carol appeared first on Traveling the Vortex.
