Monday, December 31, 2012

Episode #43: "...And A Happy New Doctor"

Part 1 of 2, Andrew's long-awaited Regeneration show kicks off with a look at the End-and-Beginning of the First, Second, Third, and Fourth Doctors! Much tomfoolery, and a good time to be had by all- come join us!

Saturday, December 29, 2012

Episode #42: "We Wish You A Furious Deep..."

Our gift to you- a return to the Lost Story well for a brand new, slightly more structured feature on these lost gems- this time, one of the most memorable and understandably-censored, Fury from the Deep. And the cat is acting up again...

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Episode #42B: "A Little Family Drama on Christmas..."

For our subscribers on Christmas- a little gift from us to you. A series of Doctor Who audio drama skits created in conjunction with editor (and Miniscope webmaster) Joe Harrison for the Oblivion Continuum podcast, chronicling the Dalek and Cyberman invasions of the Star Wars galaxy... and our role in the resistance.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Episode #41: "Cooties!"

The male perspective, the female perspective, and more Spider-man rants as Sarah and Andrew pontificate on the nature of romance, love, marriage, heroes, immortality, and more... all under the context of discussing that age-old fandom question: Should the Doctor notice girls? Can he fall in love?   ...Okay, that's two questions.

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Episode #38: "Yes, But WHY Were There Bats in the TARDIS?"

Hitting 'Record' as the end credits roll, Sarah and Andrew jump in with their high-energy, off-the-cuff impressions of the final entry in their classic Who viewing, The Enemy Within! (A.k.a. The Paul McGann TV movie.) Heresy, murder, random bats- what more do you need from an episode?

Monday, November 12, 2012

Episode #37: "But What About The Thals?"

A continuation of the 'Time Travel in classic Who' discussion, from the First Baker to McCoy!Plus scientific implausibility and the genocide of the Thals.

Monday, November 5, 2012

Episode #36: "Getting On The Bus"

Sarah and Andrew (mostly Andrew) discuss the use of Time Travel on Doctor Who- for a series about time travel, how often do they actually use it, aside from the arrival at the start of each episode? Part 1 of 2...

Monday, October 29, 2012

Episode #35: "Salty Is Gonne Become a New Euphemism, Isn't It?"

Sweet and Salty, British copyright, and far more as we give our 'Trial' format a trial-run by putting the Empty Child and the Doctor Dances... on trial! (Is there really any doubt whether it'll be exonerated...?) And we open the controversy can-'o-worms of the Russel T. Davies 'gay agenda'... on a Steven Moffat episode.

Monday, October 22, 2012

Episode #34: "The Wholywed Game"

Welcome one and all to the first Under the Miniscope Wholywed Game, where our two hosts will see just how well they know each other in the most important realm of couple-compatibility... Doctor Who!

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Episode #33: "Sock Hop of Doom"

The Seventh Doctor is welcomed with open arms by a good-natured roast of one of his less-stellar entries, in which Sarah plays the prosecution and Andrew's attempts to mount a defense are stymied by his continual finding of more faults.

Monday, October 1, 2012

Episode #32: "Roller Coaster Ride"

In this rapid-fire Op-ed quickie, Andrew and Sarah dash off a brief discussion about upward and downward trends- things that started out hot but wore out their welcome, and other things that made a bad impression, but really redeemed themselves by the end.

Monday, September 24, 2012

Episode #31: "A Tale of Two Bakers"

Lock up your sacred cows- Sarah and Andrew are on the rampage again! In this first of two op-ed episodes, we examine the popularly held opinions of the least-and-most-popular Doctors of the classic series- why we think they're so-held, and whether we think that's accurate. We'd love to hear you weigh in, too- check it out!

Sunday, September 16, 2012

Episode #30: "Screwing Around"

It's a show all about sonic screwdrivers! And more petty bickering! An evaluation of each design! A discussion on whether the sonic has become a 'magic wand' or overused plot device!  And what do Star Wars' Boss Nass, Yosemite Sam, and Elmer Fud have in common? Come find out!

Monday, September 10, 2012

Episode #29: "Stop The Presses!"

This just in! Sarah and Andrew pre-empt THEMSELVES to deliver a fresh, topical review of the new Matt Smith premiere, Asylum of the Daleks! We're clearly having a blast, and we hope you will, too! Come join us, for Matt Smith, Autons, the Sarah Jane adventures, writing mysteries, romantic dialogue, both Romanas, bad Colin Baker impressions, Andrew curses in other languages, reconciling Destiny of the Daleks, and whatever other rabit-trails we may delve into on this jam-packed special edition!

Monday, September 3, 2012

Episode #28: "The 'Lesser' Baker...?"

An introduction to the Sixth Doctor! The Rani! More on the Master (because you haven't had your fill of THAT lately...)! Lots of petty bickering! And... Ewoks?

Monday, August 27, 2012

Episode #27: "Enter The Eccleston"

We go back to where it all began... again... and finally begrudgingly induct Mr. "Same river twice" into our ranks of review. Plus debates on haughty vs hotty, Jagrafesh vs Jagrafess, and WAY too much speculation of the lifecycle of Max.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Episode #26: "The Rise and Fall of Peter Davison"

Controversy is sure to abound as Sarah and Andrew discus Caves of Androzani- and take a poke at all of the Doctor Who sacred cows- Christopher Eccleston, the writing of Russel T. Davies, Genesis of the Daleks' "Have I the right...?" - in this decidedly outspoken tribute to the handoff from Fifth Doctor to Sixth!

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Episode #25: "Kevin, Meet Chad"

It's our big 25th Podcast blowout! Probably a fairly wimpy milestone, bit for us, it's a majorly big deal- and we celebrate by giving our report on the much-maligned Sixth Doctor, and then doing a full audio commentary for our very favorite Doctor Who to date- The Eleventh Hour! It's a Matt Smith-stravaganza, discussing New Who trends, legacy, Moffat wiliness, theories for the future, and more! Come join us for all the fun!

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Episode #24: "The New Kid on the Block"


Yes, that's right- the youngster himself, Baker's illustrious successor, Peter Davison enters the Under the Miniscope lineup as we discus a serial that's a kinda sequel. (Get it?) Yes, that's right, Snakedance rears its serpentine hand, along with worldbuilding, and the physics of wrought-iron table legs. Don't worry- if you don't like it, you can open your hand, and the podcast will slip through your fingers...

Monday, July 23, 2012

Episode #23: "Almost About Traken"

Sarah and Andrew sit down to record the Anthony Ainley Master Special... whilst INTENDING to record an episode about the Keeper of Traken. With as much as we covered, this may BE our actual 'Master Special' for the podcast- so even if you don't like Traken (and honestly, who does?), check it out!

Monday, July 16, 2012

Episode #22: "Hulk Smash Puny Planet of the Spiders!!!"

Level-headed-Sarah and Andrew, the Bringer of War, present their differing viewpoints on that Jon Pertwee classi- er, abominatio- er... serial, Planet of the Spiders. Much much ranting and rage, plus Pertwee's shameless  hussy and a discourse on unreasonable murderous second-in-commands.

Monday, July 9, 2012

Episode #21: "Li'l Brudder: The Serial"

Andrew and Sarah review a lost classic which may have lost more than most as they review Patrick Troughton's base-under-siege, The Web of Fear... as well as reviewing bases under siege in general, and issuing a stirring directive to all of England!

Sunday, July 1, 2012

Episode #20: "The Origin of My Ringtone"

Howdy, partners! Join us for this here 20th episode as we done go and take us a look-see at that Hartnell historical, The Gunfighters! Now don't you worry none- you'll get to hear that purty little ballad PLENTY this episode! Musicals, trainwrecks, and Dodo not being a dodo! Don't miss it, now, y'hear?

Monday, June 25, 2012

Episode #19: "Companion Criteria"

Whoa, deja vu! Didn't we cover this already...? Well, yes and no. In this episode, Andrew and Sarah revisit the 'companion question'- who is a companion, and who is just a frequent guest star? In the unusual eras of Pertwee's Earth Exile and the New Series and its specials... what does it take to join the hallowed ranks? Who makes the cut, who doesn't, and why? Plus, a wretched monkey.

Monday, June 18, 2012

Episode #18: "Adricmania"

Wesley Crusher or Much-Maligned? In the Earth-shattering aftermath of viewing Earthshock, Sarah and Andrew sit down to set down their feelings on one of the Doctor's most infamous companions... and to decide if he really deserves the reputation that he's garnered throughout the years. Plus, Corn Muffins.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Episode #17: "The Requisite 'Tin Dog' Reference"

In this episode, Andrew and Sarah dive into all things K-9 as we take a look- and a narrative analysis- at the best friend a Doctor could ever wish for! Also, we dive into the mailbag, because... well, we finally have one... and take a look at the past-deadline results of the Monsters&Villains poll! Don't miss this Kroll-sized mega-epic!

Monday, May 28, 2012

Episode #16: "The Doctor's Wife: Part 2: Revisitation"

...And so, post-rewatching, Andrew and Sarah revisit the Doctor's Wife to see if a memory-refreshing under optimal conditions (minus that horrific false-opening that BBC America adds and Netflix retains) has changed either opinion; and then move on to the discussion topic, what is your fan preference on the nature of the TARDIS?

Monday, May 21, 2012

Episode #15: "The Doctor's Wife: Part 1: Memories"

Sarah and Andrew return to the new series in full force with a retrospective on fan (and Andrew)-favorite 'The Doctor's Wife'- and come to the conclusion that our vastly differing opinions on the show can only be solved one way...

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Episode #14: "The Doctor Mash"

As the 50th Anniversary looms and Doctor Who fans everywhere dream of a new multi-Doctor crossover special, Sarah and Andrew take the opportunity to speculate on their dream crossover- and announce the results of the monsters&villains poll!

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Episode #13: "Kind of a Trilogy"

Andrew and Sarah tackle their most recent viewing, Tom Baker's E-space trilogy, and review the three serials within it, as well as discussing the momentous comings and goings portrayed within it, comparing Romanas, and debate questionable evolutionary science... with a few Homestar Runner and Ewok Adventure references thrown in for good measure.

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Episode #12: "Yes, We Hiss At Our Cat"

Things get a little silly and sidetracked as we sit down to discuss our favorite types of classic series serials; Andrew comes to realize that he didn't like what he thought he did, Sarah keeps 'coloring outside the lines,' and both of us discourse on how Earth culture holds the Doctor back.

Sunday, April 22, 2012

Episode #11: "I'm Pretty Sure It Wasn't 'Kevin'"

The much-maligned (by us) Third Doctor gets his fair due in our review of the environmental extravaganza known as The Green Death, which sees the controversial (to us) departure of Jo Grant in this Series 10 legacy-celebrating serial- the perfect tie-in to the recently reviewed (by us) Death of the Doctor!

Monday, April 16, 2012

Episode #10: "Yuletide Review"

Ever since that one special night in Bethlehem (when the Doctor got the last room), Christmas has been a major part of Western culture- and since 2005, a major part of Doctor Who as well. Sarah and Andrew tackle everything from personal rankings to ratings of Christmasy-ness - including Doctor Who's very first, oft-forgotten Christmas special, and Christopher Eccleston's kinda-sorta Christmas special, this episode is a comprehensive discussion of all things 'Who for the Holidays.'

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Episode #09: "The Web Planet"

It's time to respect your elders as Andrew and Sarah dive into William Hartnell's most infamous serial and dovetail into a general discussion about the intricate relationships between the Doctor and his very first companions!

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Episode #08: "Villains and Monsters"

(Show notes: We forgot to mention that the Celestial Toymaker was planned for a Seventh Doctor re-appearence, if the show had been renewed for another season instead of being canceled- and also, that the Zygons look a heck of a lot like the Jim Carrey Grinch!)

"We both know that the Doctor is worth the Monsters." But which monsters are worthy of the Doctor? In this fantastic and epic discussion, Sarah and Andrew tackle all things antagonistic in Doctor Who, from their takes on the 'Big 4' of recurring Who villains, to their favorite villains of the 60s, 70s, and the New Series, plus their picks for which Classic Who monster they'd most like to see next-revived by the New Series- and we open up a poll for you, the listeners to vote on it! This double-length show is the one not to miss! (Well... this one, and the last show...)

Monday, March 26, 2012

Episode #07: "Death of the Doctor"

In this double-length extravaganza, Sarah and Andrew tackle a collision of the old and the new, entering into the Matt Smith era... via a different TV show! Join us as we discuss the Eleventh Doctor... and the Third... in the Sarah Jane Adventures crossover "Death of the Doctor".

Monday, March 19, 2012

Episode #06: "Series 6B"

In this sixth episode, Andrew expounds upon the mysterious Series 6B, a theorized in-between period of Second Doctor adventures that occur between his last regular televised appearance and the first appearance of Jon Pertwee... or do they? You be the judge as we unveil the details of this popular conspiracy theory!

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Episode #5: "Doctor Who and Star Trek"

The big team-up! In the wake of IDW comics' landmark announcement of the new crossover series, Sarah and Andrew discus Star Trek, Doctor Who, the crossovers that almost were, feelings on the upcoming series, and predictions of what we'll see!

Monday, March 5, 2012

Episode #4: "The Waters of Mars"

Rambling on about the Waters of Mars and the Gap Year in general, Sarah and Andrew tackle the sometimes-prickly topic of the decline in likability of the manic-depressive Tenth Doctor, and why too much angst doesn't make for good drama.

Monday, February 27, 2012

Episode #3: "The Hand of Fear"

Andrew and Sarah put companion Sarah jane Smith's last- and one of Tom baker's finest- serials under the Miniscope to see exactly what makes a classic 70s serial soar!

Monday, February 20, 2012

Episode #2: "The Doctor's Companions"

Sarah and Andrew discuss their favorite companions of Doctors One to Four and Nine to Eleven.

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Episode #1: "Introductions: Our History With Who"

In this premiere episode, Sarah and Andrew share their respective stories of their introductions into the wide universe of the "Mad Man with the Box".