The 6th Doctor
Colin Baker (1984 - 1986)
Tumultuous may be the best word to describe Colin Baker’s time on Doctor Who. Producer, John Nathan-Turner, wanted a darker Doctor after two nicer and kinder Doctors had their turn at the Tardis helm. It was a creative decision that didn’t resonate with fans. But as it turned out, the greatest villain Colin Baker’s Doctor would face, was the BBC.
Episode list is in order of when the television episodes aired, not necessarily when our podcast episode premiered.
Season 21
The Twin Dilemma
One could say that John Nathan Turner and crew really choked on this first outing for the 6th Doctor. If you watched the episode, you get the joke. If you didn't watch the episode, then you consider yourself lucky. This week we're talking about, The Twin Dilemma.
Season 22
Attack of the Cybermen
Ever wonder what it would be like if the Cyberman attacked? Well this week we endeavor to find out with the 6th Doctor adventure, Attack of the Cybermen.
Vengeance on Varos
It's the Running Man meets the Hunger Games meets Doctor Who. Add in a crazy worm-like bad guy and you got yourself Vengeance on Varos. It's a 6th Doctor, Colin Baker, classic. With the exception of the guys in diapers, we had a lot of fun with this episode.
The Mark of the Rani
The 6th Doctor is back to do some more bickering with Peri. And with all that bickering, will they be able to stop the menace of, not one, but two rogue Timelords? The Master returns along with the introduction of... the Rani!
The Two Doctors
The 2nd Doctor is back with Jamie! They team up with the 6th Doctor and Peri to stop the worst villain in the show's history. Not to editorialize. Buckle up for this supersized discussion of this multi-Doctor story.
Timelash
The 6th Doctor and Peri are at it again. This week they investigate the mysterious Timelash and pick up a few friends along the way. Also a mutant half-man half-monster wants to be Peri's boyfriend. #dreambig
Revelation of the Daleks
The Daleks are back with Davros leading the charge of evil. The Doctor and Peri have to stop fighting long enough to put an end to the latest Dalek plot.
Season 23 • Trial of a Timelord
The Mysterious Planet
(Trial of a Timelord 1-4)
Vince and Beth begin their journey on the biggest Doctor Who epic, Trial of a Timelord. This week they cover the first four episodes, subtitled The Mysterious Planet. The story is wild and so is the trivia segment. Buckle up folks!
Mindwarp
(Trial of a Timelord 5-8)
Behind the scenes drama leads to a wild mess of an episode. This week Vince and Beth tackle the second story in the Trial of a Timelord saga, Mindwarp.
And Beth has a special dedication to actor Brian Blessed in this week's trivia.
Terror of the Vervoids
(Trial of a Timelord 9-12)
How many writers does it take to write one story of Doctor Who? Be sure to listen to the trivia segment to find out. Despite the behind the camera drama, this third installment of the Trial of a Timelord saga manages to be a decent entry for the series. And we get to meet companion Mel!
The Ultimate Foe
(Trial of a Timelord 13-14)
It all comes down to this. The final verdict will be reached. What is to be the fate of the Doctor? I'm sure he'll be fine.
This week we talk about the final installment in the Trial of a Timelord saga, The Ultimate Foe.
Sayonara Six (6th Doctor Recap)
We're closing out a Doctor this week as we bid adieu to the Sixth Doctor Who. Vince and Beth talk about Colin Baker's time on the show and how he made the most of an often crazy situation.
