The 3rd Doctor
Jon Pertwee (1970 - 1974, 1983)
A new decade of Doctor Who ushered in a new era for the show with many changes. Jon Pertwee kicked things off as the new Doctor. The show was shot in color for the first time. And the majority of the action took place right here on earth. Memorable villains emerged during this time, including the Autons, the Silurians, and the Master.
Episode list is in order of when the television episodes aired, not necessarily when our podcast episode premiered.
Season 7
Spearhead from Space 1-2
The Third Doctor is on the scene along with new and old pals, Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart and Liz Shaw. In this episode we discuss the first half of this story, episodes 1 and 2 of the Spearhead from Space.
Spearhead from Space 3-4
This week we discuss the conclusion of the Third Doctor's first adventure with his pals, Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart and Liz Shaw. Things get wild as the Autons go to war.
Doctor Who and The Silurians
We dive back into Classic Who this week and visit 3rd Doctor John Pertwee again. This time he's teamed up Liz Shaw and the Brigadier to take on the ancient and deadly Silurians.
It's a seven episode adventure, so the recap is a bit longer than normal, but as you've come to expect, we keep it entertaining. And despite the fact that the story was stretched to seven episodes, it's still a really good story. Check out our discussion and let us know what you thought.
The Ambassadors of Death
Exciting shootouts! Daring car chases! And radioactive zombie astronauts! The 3rd Doctor, Liz Shaw and the Brigadier are in action this week on the Ambassadors of Death.
Everything gets wrapped in a long, drawn out, exhausting bow. This week we conclude our discussion of Ambassadors of Death.
Season 8
Terror of the Autons
It's a game of cat and mouse this week as we venture back into Classic Who. The Master shows up to turn the Autons lose on England. It's up to the Doctor, his new companion Jo Grant, and UNIT's Brigadier to save the day!
The Mind of Evil (1-3)
The Master is up to his old tricks again. The Doctor, Jo Grant, and the fellas at UNIT have a lot on their plate this week.
The Mind of Evil (4-6)
The game of cat and mouse continues between the Doctor and the Master, and it may be up to the Brigadier to break the stalemate. This week we wrap our discussion of the Mind of Evil.
The Dæmons
It's that time of year when we all gather together to fight ancient evil that threatens all life on this planet. We're talking about a Classic Who adventure this week. Good and evil, science and magic, it all hangs in the balance in... The Dæmons.
Season 9
The Curse of Peladon
The 3rd Doctor gets back to space and he finds himself in the middle of a Frazier episode that itself is in the middle of an Agatha Christie story. If you're on board with that, then you'll love this.
The Sea Devils
The Doctor and Jo Grant go on a boat tour this week and tangle with the mysterious Sea Devils. And the Master is there for doing bad guy stuff.
You've tried the Silurians, now try the Sea Devils! And just for a limited time offer, get a side of the Master for free! It's all you can eat Sea Devil Days here at Who's Doing What Now with this commemorative bib featuring the Doctor and Jo Grant, don't miss it!
Season 10
The Three Doctors
The Third Doctor teams up with the Second Doctor and the First Doctor! Which makes sense considering the name of the story is the Three Doctors.
The Third and Second Doctors, along with Jo Grant and the Brigadier find themselves in an antimatter universe. Will they be able to stop the mighty Omega?
Season 11
The Time Warrior
A favorite Doctor, a favorite companion, AND a favorite monster! It all makes for one of our favorite Classic Who stories, The Time Warrior. This week Kris brings you some trivia, and Beth has our companion piece to catch you up on the Doctor's most beloved companion, Ms. Sarah Jane Smith. And for the first time, Vince brings you the recap.
The Monster of Peladon
We're going back to Peladon! Oh no, there's a monster there?! Wait there seems to be several monsters. But they got a Queen now!
Planet of the Spiders
1-3
The 3rd Doctor sets off on his final journey. We cover the first half of Planet of the Spiders in this week's episode. There are mind battles, exotic dancing, and the craziest chase scene Doctor Who has ever offered. So buckle up!
4-6
It all comes to a head this week as we discuss the conclusion of Planet of the Spiders. Does it make sense? Does it matter? Which spider is talking? Ah heck, let's just have some fun.
Other Appearances
The Five Doctors
What can be better than one Doctor? How about FIVE of them!?! This week we're watching the 20th Anniversary episode of Doctor Who, The Five Doctors. And better yet, some favorite companions come back for the fun. Come along with us on this journey and see old enemies, and some new ones too as we go on a road trip through the Death Zone.
