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The Doctor's Beard Podcast
by 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.
Episodes
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Wilson's Dead - "Rose"
A new era begins. After the long march through the Wilderness Years, the podcast crosses into New Who — and we start, fittingly, with a Rose. A Whole Different Ballgame Every rose has its thorns, and so does this one. The hosts open the modern era with the 2005 episode that brought Doctor Who...
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French Is a Universal Language - Whatever Happened to Susan Foreman?
Note: This is a hiatus episode from our Wilderness Years coverage. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access, exclusive episodes, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. For their next stop in the Wilderness Years, John and Jim dig up a genuine oddity:...
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A Third Time I Ask, What Do You Seek? - "Downtime"
Note: This is a hiatus episode from our Wilderness Years coverage—the last original review of the first half before we reach the TV Movie. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access, exclusive episodes, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. For the final...
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Oh, How the Ghost of You Clings - "The Ghosts of N-Space"
Note: This is a hiatus episode from our Wilderness Years coverage. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access, exclusive episodes, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. For the next stop in the Wilderness Years, John and Jim take on The Ghosts of N-Space,...
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The Backseat Brig and the Theme Park of Doom - "The Paradise of Death"
Note: This is a hiatus episode, part of our Wilderness Years series for Patreon subscribers. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. Show Notes: Nostalgia, Recorded at 5:45 in the...
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McCoy, the 80s, and Classic Who: The Grand Retrospective
Note: This is a hiatus episode, kicking off our Wilderness Years series for Patreon subscribers. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. Rather than three separate retrospective...
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These Shoes! They Fit Perfectly. - The 1996 TV Movie
Note: This is a hiatus episode from our Wilderness Years coverage—the pivot point between Classic and New Who, and the story where Jim's own Doctor Who journey began. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access, exclusive episodes, and the option to commission your own…
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A Baker-Rated Situation - "The Hound of the Baskervilles"
Note: This is a hiatus episode, part of the Wilderness Years series. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. Tom Baker Wearing a Sherlock Holmes Mask When Tom Baker signed on to play...
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These Aren't the Time Lords You're Looking For - "Doctor Who and the Daleks and the Seven Keys to Doomsday"
Note: This is a hiatus episode, originally a Patreon Exclusive, airing on the main feed during the break between Classic and New Who. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. When…
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Johnny Benton's Wilderness Years: The First Professional Spinoff - "Wartime"
Note: This is a hiatus episode, originally a Patreon Exclusive, airing on the main feed during the break between Classic and New Who. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. A...
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Who Was That Terrible Woman? - "Dimensions in Time"
Guest: JB Anderton of the Doctor Who Gives a F#! podcast joins John and Jim, as he does for every multi-Doctor story, to make sense of the un-make-sense-able. Note: This is a hiatus episode from our Wilderness Years coverage, released early on the Patreon feed and arriving on the main feed August...
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Shadaly Written - "Shada"
Note: This is a hiatus episode, originally a Patreon Exclusive, airing on the main feed during the break between Classic and New Who. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story. A Strike...
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Season 20: When the Companions Argue More Than They Help - Patreon Exclusive 145
Note: This is a hiatus episode, originally a Patreon Exclusive, airing on the main feed during the break between Classic and New Who. Join our Patreon to get early access to review episodes and weekly exclusive content like this. A Theme with Energy But No Clarity on Genre The episode opens with...
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Ace Walked So Rose Could Run: The End of Classic Who - "Survival"
Guest: British author Paul Ebbs—Big Finish writer and lifelong Who fan who watched every episode on broadcast from 1970 to 1989—joins John and Jim to close out Classic Doctor Who. Three and a Half Years, One Weekly Show, and Finally the End of the Road This is it. The final story of Classic…
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Written in My Dream Diary - "The Curse of Fenric"
Guest: Shagg Matthews from the Fire & Water Podcast Network joins John and Jim to discuss the penultimate story of Classic Doctor Who. The Darkest Hour(s) Before the Dawn The hosts are unified in their assessment: this is the darkest, most adult, most dramatically mature story of the entire…
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Ambitious, Atmospheric, and Baffling - "Ghost Light"
Guest: Felicity Kusinitz from the Flopcast joins John and Jim to discuss Season 26's most confusing story. A Script Too Big for Its Own Shoes Mark Platt submitted "Lungbarrow" to the show—a bold move for a writer with no professional credits beyond Doctor Who fan fiction. JNT immediately shut…
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The Brigadier's Back, Baby! - "Battlefield"
Guest: Artist Jerry Lange joins John and Jim to discuss Season 26's explosive premiere. Six Years Later: A Familiar Face in Uniform The Doctor intercepts a distress call from Earth and arrives to find military forces mobilizing around a lake in rural England. But the soldiers he encounters aren't...
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We Hardly Knew You: Colin Baker's 11-Story Legacy - Colin Baker Retrospective
John and Jim bid farewell to the Sixth Doctor with surprising revelations about changed opinions, why fandom got it wrong, companion dynamics, and Colin's enduring legacy as ambassador for a show that screwed him over. John's Shocking Confession: After going into the Colin Baker era expecting...
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The Greatest Snore in the Galaxy - The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
The Story That Beats Coronation Street (But Divides the Hosts) Stephen Wyatt returns after Paradise Towers to deliver a circus-themed finale to Season 25. Expanded from three parts to four at John Nathan Turner's request, this story follows the Doctor and Ace arriving at the psychic circus on the...
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Season 25 Retrospective, Dalek Death Wheels, and the Announcement That Changes Everything - Patreon Exclusive #175
[Special Release: This episode is being released simultaneously on the main feed and Patreon for immediacy.] BREAKING NEWS: The Future of Doctor Who Takes a Dramatic Turn Just hours before recording, the BBC made a major announcement that affects Doctor Who's direction for years to come. RTD and...
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25 Years, Three Factions, One Mysterious Object: The Anniversary That Might Not Be - "Silver Nemesis"
It's the 25th anniversary of Doctor Who, and for the occasion the BBC has assembled Nazis, Cybermen, time-traveling aristocrats, and a mysterious statue made of something that shouldn't exist. Add a comet, multiple centuries, and the Doctor's increasingly cryptic hints about his own past, and...
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From Remembrance to Regression: Where Everything Falls Apart - "The Happiness Patrol"
The whiplash is immediate and brutal. After the triumph of "Remembrance of the Daleks," this three-part story lands like a thud. Jim gives another harsh —an unprecedented score that suggests something fundamentally broken beneath the surface. Despite strong performances from McCoy and Aldred, the...
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What About the Thals? - "Remembrance of the Daleks"
Jim experiences a breakthrough moment that surprises everyone—after struggling through Season 24, "Remembrance of the Daleks" finally answers the question: who is the Seventh Doctor? Special guest Alan J. Porter joins to celebrate this landmark story as the 25th Anniversary season begins with…
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Slipback: A Historical Curiosity from the Hiatus
John and Jim tackle the first official Doctor Who radio drama - a six-part Eric Saward production that aired during the 18-month hiatus between Seasons 22 and 23. This marks a rare occasion where John experiences a Doctor Who story for the very first time alongside the review. Production...
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Dragon Misfire: The 150th Story Stumbles Across the Finish Line - "Dragonfire"
Jim and John tackle the Season 24 finale and the show's 150th story, featuring Bonnie Langford's abrupt departure, Sophie Aldred's introduction as Ace, the return of Sabalom Glitz, and one of the most infamous cliffhangers in Doctor Who history. Jim struggles to find redeeming qualities in a…
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Not Paradise Towers: A Step Up with Stubby Kaye and Interspecies Romance - "Delta and the Bannermen"
Jim and John find common ground after their Paradise Towers divide, both celebrating the three-part structure as potentially perfect for Doctor Who storytelling. The story features 1950s nostalgia, holiday camp hijinks, and Stubby Kaye from Guys and Dolls. The Relief Factor: After Paradise…
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Fawlty Towers - "Paradise Towers"
Jim and John experience their most polarizing disagreement since the Colin Baker era as Paradise Towers splits them into opposing camps—Jim delivering a devastating 1 out of 15 ("a Billy") while John counters with an enthusiastic 14 out of 15, declaring it his favorite story of Season 24 and a...
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The Tumbler Doctor: McCoy's Divisive Debut - "Time and the Rani"
John and Jim witness Sylvester McCoy's entrance as the Seventh Doctor with sharply divided first impressions, a regeneration Jim wasn't expecting to see, Kate O'Mara's scene-stealing Mel impression, and listener mail exploding with passionate defenses, dire warnings, and Shag's triumphant return....
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It's There - The Peter Davison Retrospective
SPECIAL PATREON EXCLUSIVE THE OPENING: "Peter, Peter, please forgive me..." A countdown begins the most diplomatic disagreement in podcast history. BELATED BIRTHDAY & TIMING: John's birthday just passed! Next story is Attack of the Cybermen (aired January 5, 1986) - "the year I turned 18!" THE...
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Carrotgate Is Not How We End This - The Trial of a Time Lord - "The Ultimate Foe"
John and Jim conclude Colin Baker's tumultuous era with a two-part finale born from tragedy, scrambled rewrites, and production chaos - resulting in wildly divergent reactions from the hosts and fandom's most controversial regeneration-that-never-was. The Production Nightmare: John details Robert...
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Future Evidence, Fried Egg Sandwiches, and Unfortunate Plant Monsters - The Trial of a Time Lord - "Terror of the Vervoids"
John and Jim examine the third Trial of a Time Lord story featuring the Doctor's bold defense strategy: presenting evidence from his own future, complete with a new companion who somehow makes Perry instantly forgettable. The Gutsy Introduction: The hosts examine the unprecedented decision to...
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Sil, Samurai Warriors, and Shocking Sacrifices - THE TRIAL OF A TIME LORD - "MIndwarp"
John and Jim tackle the second story of Trial of a Time Lord - a divisive entry that Jim describes as "fair to middling" until a jaw-dropping finale that left him questioning everything. Production Challenges: John provides extensive background on Philip Martin's return after "Vengeance on…
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Objection! Jim's Theme Song Trauma - The Trial of a Time Lord - "The Mysterious Planet"
John and Jim welcome back special guest artist Jerry Lange to discuss the Season 23 opener - a story that surprises everyone involved and showcases Colin Baker delivering what may be his finest performance in the role. The Return After 18 Months: John provides extensive background on how the show...
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Crisis Point 1985 - Patreon Exclusive #157
John and Jim dive deep into one of the most tumultuous periods in Doctor Who history, exploring the fan response to the show's 18-month hiatus announcement and examining two very different productions from that era. Theme Song Discussion: The hosts review Chameleon Circuit's 2026 version of Peter...
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Bang Bang A-Boom! - Patreon Exclusive #85
Episode Title: "Bang Bang A-Boom!" - Season 12 Retrospective & Big Finish Review - Patreon Exclusive #85 SPECIAL MAIN FEED RELEASE - PATREON SHOWCASE DOCTOR WHO THEME MONTAGE: The Tardis Elliot Video: John sent Jim a montage from Tardis Elliot (a fan who makes trailers of Doctor Who episodes)...
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Davros, Duos, and DJs: The Season 22 Finale - "Revelation of the Daleks"
John and Jim welcome back special guest Felicity Kusinitz to discuss the Colin Baker era finale - a story that generates surprising ratings diversity and sparks debate about Eric Saward's best (or most problematic) work. Production Background: Director Graham Harper returns after "Caves of...
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H.G. Wells and Temporal Mechanics: Defending "Timelash"
Join hosts John Drew and Jim Beard, along with special guest Alan J. Porter, as they tackle one of Classic Who's most controversial stories - and discover they might be more divided on it than expected! Production Overview: This 1985 two-part adventure was written by Glen McCoy (his only Doctor…
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Culinary Carnage in Seville - "The Two Doctors"
Join hosts John Drew and Jim Beard, along with special guest JB Anderton (Doctor Who Gives a F*ck/The Bat 77 podcast), as they tackle one of the most controversial multi-Doctor stories in classic Who history. Production Overview: The hosts discuss the behind-the-scenes details of this 1985...
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What Do You Do In There? - Argue, Mainly - "The Mark of the Rani"
OPENING: THE RANI INTRODUCTION: John: "So here we are again talking The Mark of the Rani, which now for you, Timey Wimey, you've already met the Rani, but this is the Rani 1.0, played by Kate O'Mara, who American audiences might remember appeared on the television show Dynasty." JIM'S INITIAL...
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I'm in the Minority - "Vengeance on Varos"
Episode Title: "I'm In The Minority" - Vengeance on Varos Review THE EMPTY TARDIS: The Missing Guest: Felicity Cousins from The Flop Cast was supposed to join but had to bow out about an hour before recording - her voice has been acting up again. "I don't think she ever really fully recovered…
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Colin Baker Fans Unite! - "Attack of the Cybermen"
Episode Title: "Colin Baker Fans Unite!" - Attack of the Cybermen Review THREE YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Recorded on January 14th, the anniversary was January 13th! Three years of The Doctor's Beard Podcast! The Early Days: "I wonder how many people were listening back then?" Only a couple dozen, mostly...
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Disco Who - A 70s Retrospective
Episode Title: "Disco Who" - A 70s Retrospective SPECIAL HIATUS EPISODE - PATREON BONUS NOW AVAILABLE TO ALL! This episode was originally produced for Patreon sponsors in July 2025 and is now being shared with main feed listeners to showcase the bonus content available through Patreon membership...
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I am the Doctor, Whether You Like it or Not - "The Twin Dilemma"
Episode Title: "I Am The Doctor, Whether You Like It Or Not" - The Twin Dilemma Review THE GREAT REVERSAL: After three seasons of John defending Peter Davison against Jim's criticisms, the tables turn completely. Jim embraces Colin Baker. JIM'S SHOCKING TAKE: "I don't usually line up with Doctor...
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I Need My Pain - "The Caves of Androzani"
Episode Title: "I Need My Pain" - The Caves of Androzani Review & The Fifth Doctor's Regeneration THE CAVES OF ANDROZANI (March 8-16, 1984) Writer: Robert Holmes (returning!) Director: Graeme Harper (debut - directing from studio floor, not control room) PRODUCTION NOTES: The Fake Title: JNT put...
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From Carnage to Cleavage - "Planet of Fire"
Episode Title: "From Carnage to Cleavage" - Planet of Fire Review PLANET OF FIRE (February-March 1984) Writer: Peter Grimwade (his final Doctor Who work) Director: Fiona Cumming (her last story, dating back to The Highlanders) Location: Lanzarote, Canary Islands - chosen after Cumming promoted it...
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Santa's 3D Printer & The Killer Snowman - Fantasy Takes Over & The Mechanics Attack! - Patreon Exclusive #16
Episode Title: "Santa's 3D Printer & The Killer Snowman" - Fantasy Takes Over & The Mechanoids Attack! - Patreon Exclusive Sample CHRISTMAS EVE GIFT TO OUR LISTENERS: The Doctor's Beard Podcast delivers a festive Patreon Exclusive perfect for the holiday! Join John (as Santa Claus) and Jim (as…
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Help Me! - Oh No, Don't Hurt My Daleks! - Patreon Exclusive #15
Episode Title: "Help Me! - Oh No, Don't Hurt My Daleks!" - The Monstrons Defeat & Problematic Depictions - Patreon Exclusive Sample HOLIDAY GIFT TO OUR LISTENERS: The Doctor's Beard Podcast delivers another Patreon Exclusive featuring comics discussion! Join John (as Kenix of the Monstrons) and…
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Midichlorians Before Midichlorians! - Patreon Exclusive #14
Episode Title: "Midichlorians Before Midichlorians!" - The Sorcerer's Apprentice Novel Review - Patreon Exclusive Sample HOLIDAY GIFT TO OUR LISTENERS: The Doctor's Beard Podcast presents another special Patreon Exclusive - this time venturing beyond comics into the world of Doctor Who prose!…
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18 Word Balloons and Doctor Genocide! - Patreon Exclusive #12
Episode Title: "18 Word Balloons and Doctor Genocide!" - New Artist Bill Mevin Debuts & The Daleks Fight the Rust Plague - Patreon Exclusive Sample HOLIDAY GIFT TO OUR LISTENERS: The Doctor's Beard Podcast unwraps another special Patreon Exclusive episode for the holiday season! Join John (as...
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Throwing Daleks Out the Window - "Resurrection of the Daleks"
Episode Title: "Throwing Daleks Out the Window" - Resurrection of the Daleks Review with The Irredeemable Shag SPECIAL GUEST ALERT: The Irredeemable Shag joins from the Fire & Water Podcast Network for what he calls "The Tegan Jovanka Appreciation Podcast!" A lifelong Davison-era fan who started...
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How many episodes does The Doctor's Beard Podcast have?
The Doctor's Beard Podcast currently has 219 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Doctor's Beard Podcast about?
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.
How often does The Doctor's Beard Podcast release new episodes?
The Doctor's Beard Podcast publishes regularly with 219 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
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Who hosts The Doctor's Beard Podcast?
The Doctor's Beard Podcast is created and hosted by Lucky Shot Productions.
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