The 4th Doctor
Tom Baker (1974 - 1981)
The longest serving actor to play the role, Tom Baker’s Doctor is also probably the most recognized Doctor. During this period of the show’s run, Doctor Who reached international acclaim as it was also broadcast on PBS in the United States. Tom’s tenure on the show is viewed by many to be one of the best in the Classic Who era.
Episode list is in order of when the television episodes aired, not necessarily when our podcast episode premiered.
Season 12
Robot
The Doctor is newly regenerated and ready to take on the day with Sarah Jane Smith and the Brigadier at his side. Get your scarves ready for action with the 4th Doctor as we discuss Robot and tribute legendary Doctor Who writer, Terrance Dicks.
The Ark in Space 1 & 2
The 4th Doctor, Sarah Jane and Harry find themselves on a sleepy space station. But when things start waking up, the adventure begins...
The Ark in Space 3 & 4
The fight to save humanity has never been so icky. The 4th Doctor, Sarah Jane Smith and Harry Sullivan race against the clock (and alien bugs) to save a space station full of humans destined repopulate the Earth.
The Sontaran Experiment
The 4th Doctor and friends find themselves on Earth, but not the Earth they know. This is the far future, and humans haven't been here for a long time. So it's pretty surprising to find that there are some humans, and one Sontaran causing a world of trouble.
Genesis of the Daleks
Discover how the Daleks got their start as we dive back into Classic Who this week with the 4th Doctor Adventure, Genesis of the Daleks. The Doctor, Sarah Jane and Harry travel back in time to witness the beginning of the Daleks, the genesis of them if you will. And whatever you do, don't lose that time ring!!!
The Revenge of the Cybermen 1 & 2
The Doctor and friends return to Space Station Nerva, and darn it if they don't find trouble again. This time, however, it's a different threat. And given the title, I can't help but wonder if the Cybermen are somehow involved.
Season 13
The Terror of the Zygons
They're big, they're red, they're icky and they love lasagna, they're the Zygons! Today we revisit Classic Who and discuss the 4th Doctor Adventure, Terror of the Zygons. It's a great story that gives a look at everything great about Classic Who and everything not so great.
Pyramids of Mars
The 4th Doctor and Sarah Jane are together again for this classic Who adventure! This week we're talking about the 1975 story Pyramids of Mars. There are robots, mummys, invisible walls, something for everyone. Although we really only see one pyramid on Mars... It's such a good story we'll let it pass.
Brain of Morbius
It's that time of year again, the time for things that go bump in the night, time for tricks and treats, time for another episode of Classic Who! We celebrate Halloween this week with the 4th Doctor adventure, the Brain of Morbius. It's pretty great. Imagine going Trick or Treating and coming back with full bars of candy. That's this episode. No raisins or pencils here, enjoy!
Season 14
The Deadly Assassin
There's trouble on Gallifrey and the Doctor is the only one who can put a stop to the nefarious villains at play. This week we discuss the amazing adventure of the 4th Doctor, The Deadly Assassin.
The Master is back and on the loose on Gallifrey! The Doctor is having a battle to the death in the Matrix! This week we dive into the exciting conclusion of The Deadly Assassin.
Face of Evil (1 & 2)
On a new (but somehow familiar) planet, the Doctor encounters himself carved into a mountain! An adventurous warrior, Leela, teams up with the Doctor to unravel the mystery.
Face of Evil (3 & 4)
We find out why the Doctor's face was carved into a mountain. But we never find out why the Tesh have such an ugly fashion sense. Nevertheless, we carry on with our discussion of The Face of Evil.
Robots of Death (1-2)
The Doctor and Leela have to solve a murder, oh make that two murders, hold a third, wait, four murders!?! Come on guys get on this already. Robots may be involved.
These robots are mad as hell and they're not going to take it! Or maybe there's a madman behind everything.
The Talons of Weng-Chiang
Vince and Beth are back into Classic Who with the 4th Doctor this week and companion Leela is along for the adventure.
This week the hosts talk about the highly regarded, and highly controversial Talons of Weng Chiang.
*Warning* This story contains racially insenstive material that was offensive when the epiode first premired and it is certainly offensive today.
Season 15
Horror of Fang Rock
100 episodes! Can you believe it?! We can't. But here we are! To celebrate this milestone, we're revisiting the 4th Doctor and his spooky adventure at the Horror of Fang Rock. We also get to meet his companion Leela! AND in addition to our normal discussion, we wrap up with a special American surprise (which is why this week's episode is soooo long)
The Key to Time • Season 16
The Ribos Operation
Our deep dive into Classic Who kicks off this week with our review of The Ribos Operation. Romana teams up with the Doctor and K-9 to find the Key to Time. This Robert Holmes penned script gets this journey off to a fun start.
The Pirate Planet
Oh, it's another Doctor Who episode about mining. Except it's not that at all! A crazy pirate captain, a robot bird, a telepathic cult, and of course the best Gallifrey has to offer. There's a lot to dig into in this Douglas Adams penned episode.
The Stones of Blood
It's Gothic Horror meets Space-Age Judge Judy & Executioner, it's The Stones of Blood. Spoiler, the story actually has very little to do with the stones (and that's just fine). The Key to Time saga continues for the Doctor, Romana and K-9 this week as the trio find themselves on earth for their next adventure.
Androids of Tara
Androids, marriage, and sword fights! There's plenty that Androids of Tara offers, but does it all work? Vince, Beth, and Kris have a lively discussion this week as the deep dive into the Key to Time series continues.
Power of Kroll
It's another fun romp for our heroes as their search for the Key to Time continues, except it isn't because the execution of the themes and messages in this story is.... dated, to put it mildly. The Power of Kroll gets political, and so do we.
The Armageddon Factor
Where is the sixth and final segment to the Key to Time? Who is that Black Guardian we heard about? What does the White Guardian need the Key for? All of these questions may or may not get addressed in the finale for the Key to Time series as the Doctor, Romana, and K-9 face their greatest threat yet!
Key to Time Recap
An entire season of Classic Who is in the books! This week we look back on the Key to Time series. We revisit the good, the bad, and the what the hell went wrong here. We also give a lovely send off to Romana I, aka Mary Tamm.
Season 17
Destiny of the Daleks 1 - 2
The 4th Doctor and the newly regenerated Romana land on a strange, yet familiar world, and face off against an old foe.
Destiny of the Daleks 3 - 4
Davros is back and the Daleks are on the move. The only thing that can stop them... is a hat. Join Vince, Beth and Kris as they play rock, paper, scissors and discuss the conclusion of Destiny of the Daleks.
City of Death
It's a Classic Who adventure this week as we talk about the 4th Doctor's exploits in City of Death. Tom Baker fans will enjoy this episode. Douglas Adams fans will enjoy this episode. Romana fans will enjoy this episode. Julian Glover fans will enjoy this episode. If you don't enjoy those things, then I can't help you. For everyone else, enjoy!
