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“Oh my giddy Aunt!” Remembering the late Patrick Troughton, who played the 2nd Doctor, on his birthday. #DoctorWho


A constantly evolving selection of #DoctorWho fans talking film and TV, occasionally music, sometimes politics - and of course Doctor Who itself - so you don't have to

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Remembering the late Mary Tamm (22 March 1950 – 26 July 2012)), who played the first incarnation of Romana. #DoctorWho


Just watched season 1 episode 1 of the classic #doctorwho he was a bit of an asshole in that episode.



Killing Time is the next in the series for me; I'm currently on part 4 of the previous box set and it's wonderful. Sir Derek is fabulous. #DoctorWho


Yay I’m listening to my second favourite #WarMaster box set, “Killing Time” - i know that sounds like a backhanded compliment but #MasterOfCallous is practically a whole level to itself in excellence - my favourite aspect is the interplay with Calantha, but the guest appearances of Jo and Nyssa also work incredibly well. It doesn’t feel like the overplayed #BigFinish tactic of chucking random characters together.

I’ve said it before (I’ll definitely say it again) but I do love me the misery of the war master being a fiendish, machiavellan, magnificent bastard. #DoctorWho



Davros, creator of the Daleks, first appeared 50 years ago OTD in Part 1 of the classic 1975 story: Genesis of the Daleks. Davros would go on to become one of the greatest adversaries the Doctor has ever known. #DoctorWho


When I first got into the show in 1985, none of the stories with the first two actors who played the Doctor were available and some third Doctor stories were even lost. That's what was available to PBS during that time, which aired the series in the U.S. Fans learned about the early stories through nonfiction books which were written about the show, as well as novelizations of those early episodes. At the time, none of those books were available in the U.S. so I had to learn from a sighted friend of mine. Eventually, videos of some early stories, including the pilot, were found and my local PBS station began airing them in September of 1985. I later found a source for bootlegged audios of the early stories before most were officially released. Now, most of the books are available in accessible format but thee '80s and '90s were frustrating times to be a blind DW fan. #DoctorWho.


That's understandable. Perhaps I can be of service. 😊
The main character is an alien known only as the Doctor. He comes from a race of beings from the planet Gallifrey, some of whom refer to themselves as time lords. They have ships which can travel anywhere in time and space on any planet but the time lords have a strict noninterference policy, a bit like Star Trek's prime directive but much stricter. The Doctor left Gallifrey because he wanted to get involved in the affairs of other planets to help fight injustices, which is a no-no to the time lords. He stole one of their ships and that is his home as well as how he travels. The ship is called a Tardis, which stands for Time and Relative Dimension in Space. While it can fly, it typically travels by dematerializing from one place and then rematerializing at its destination.
It is significantly bigger on the inside than on the outside. The outside of the ship is supposed to blend in withh its surroundings so, as an example, if the ship materialized in an office it might resemble a filing cabinet. However, the chameleon circut, which causes the ship's outer shell to change shape, got stuck after the first episode and always resembles a British police call box.
Each story is another adventure with the Doctor. He often travels with one or two friends, usually referred to as companions, that he picks up during his travels.
And now you understand Doctor Who. Happy to help.
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Are you a Doctor Who fan? I can think of a few episodes that take place in a school, including the pilot, an Unearthly Child, from 1963. Also, School Reunion, Caretaker and the two-parter Human Nature/Family of Blood. Of course, you know I had to mention Doctor Who episodes. 😊
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For those with a qualifying print disability, the following three Doctor Who titles were recently added to Bookshare.
I suspect the actual title of the second book is
Doctor Who: The Book of Whoniversal Records
but it is listed as
Doctor Who: Official Timey-wimey Edition
If someone would confirm this, I'll alert Bookshare.

Doctor Who: 40 Wibbly-wobbly Timey-wimey Recipes: A Gift For Doctor Who Fans
by Joanna Farrow
A Doctor Who GiftHave your Doctor Who and eat it too with this out-of-this-world cookbook featuring fun, imaginative recipes for the whole family, based on the wildly popular BBC series Doctor Who.The perfect addition to every Doctor Who fan’s shelf, Doctor Who: The Official Cookbook features a cornucopia of delicious, easy-to-make recipes—from the simple, to the showstoppers—with an exciting Whovian twist. Enjoy the Doctor’s own favorite, fish fingers and custard, share some Cyberman Pie with friends, treat the family to Cassandra Pizza, or indulge your sweet tooth with a Supreme Dalek Cake. Throwing a viewing party of your favorite episodes? Serve up some Ood Rolls, Salt and Pepper Sontarans, and Weeping Angel Food Cake. And don’t forget the centerpiece for every Whovian get-together, a Gingerbread TARDIS and, of course, 12 Cookie Doctors.Illustrated with stills from the television show and seasoned with fun food ephemera and quotes from the Doctor’s universe, Doctor Who: The Official Cookbook has something weird, wacky, and tasty for every fan.
Copyright: 2016 ISBN: 9780062455635
Features: Contains images

Doctor Who: Official Timey-wimey Edition
by Simon Guerrier
A fact-packed, full-color illustrated collection of records that celebrates the best, biggest and most memorable moments from the world of Doctor Who. Doctor Who: The Book of Whoniversal Records is a handy compilation of the greatest—and strangest—details from the brilliant, imaginative world of Doctor Who. Bursting with firsts and bests both human and alien, this expansive compendium has the answer to any and every question about the Doctor, his companions and adversaries, and his adventures through time and space.Discover a multi-universe of astounding facts, figures, and fun—from the biggest explosion in the universe to the first human to time-travel; from the longest fall through space to the shortest life-form that ever lived—inside this ultimate must-have reference. Filled with full-color images throughout, Doctor Who: The Book of Whoniversal Records is a must for every Doctor Who devotee everywhere . . . and everywhen.A Whovian twist on bestselling gift reference books such as The Guinness Book of World Records, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, and Star Wars: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know, this informative and entertaining digest features a cool graphic cover with special effects that reflects the Doctor Who aesthetic.
Copyright: 2017 ISBN: 9780062681164
Features: Contains images

Dalek: The Astounding Untold History of The Greatest Enemies of the Universe (Doctor Who Ser. #72)
by George Mann
For the first time, the never-before-told history of the Doctor’s most dangerous enemy, the Daleks, from their genesis thousands of years ago to their conquest of the universe.Doctor Who: Dalek, is the one and only volume devoted solely to the history of the Doctor’s greatest enemy. The Daleks, with their watchword cry "Exterminate!", are a race of cyborg aliens single-mindedly determined to conquer the universe and end all life forms they consider inferior. First appearing on Doctor Who in 1963, the Daleks are among the show’s most popular villains. Reminiscent of human-sized pepper shakers, the external mechanical casing of the Dalek protects a soft, repulsive creature whose electronic voice is reduced to a squeak when outside of its shell.Doctor Who: Dalek chronicles the Daleks’ genesis through the Time War and their ongoing conquest of the universe. Here are never-before-told stories about these legendary creatures—including terrifying near-mythical adventures, startling visual recreations of secret conflicts, and more. Each story sheds new light on what has become the most feared alien race in the universe.With a foreword by showrunner Steven Moffat, full-color illustrations, concept art, cutaways, diagrams, comic strips and more, Doctor Who: Dalek is the ultimate celebration of all things Dalek and a must have for devoted Whovians of every age.
Copyright: 2010 ISBN: 9780062681140
Features: Contains images

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I'm not a Doctor Who obsessive but I enjoy it from time to time. The Internet does seem a bit buzzing with rumours of Ncuti leaving, Tennant returning (again) & heaven knows what.
I'm sure RTD is realising that it's harder to satisfy the telly watching public these days compared to 2005 #DoctorWho


For those with a qualifying print disability, the following Doctor Who title was recently added to Bookshare.

Doctor Who: A Brief History of Time Lords
by Steve Tribe
From deep within the world of Doctor Who comes this revealing history of the planet Gallifrey, its notable figures, and the Last Great Time War.The planet Gallifrey was the birthplace of one of the oldest and most powerful civilizations in the universe: The Time Lords. From their technologies and strategies to the renegades like the Master and the Doctor himself, Doctor Who: A Brief History of Time Lords is the definitive guide to their shrouded and often contradictory history. They invented black holes, transmits, stellar manipulators—and then they atrophied. A bunch of elderly academics in funny hats, the Time Lords watched the whole history of creation. This was the civilization that inflicted some of its most renowned and deadly renegades and criminals on the universe: the Master, the Rani, the Monk, the War Chief, yet it was also the benevolent power that rid the cosmos of the Great Vampires, the Racnoss and the Fendahl.Featuring full-color, never-before-seen illustrations, this is an in-world companion no Whovian can be without.
Copyright: 2017 ISBN: 9780062742261
Features: Contains images

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For those with a qualifying print disability, the following Doctor Who books were recently added to Bookshare.

Doctor Who: Frida Kahlo and the Skull Children (The Icons Series)
by Sophie McKenzie
*The Thirteenth Doctor meets the illustrious artist Frida Kahlo in the first of three brand-new novellas starring inspiring characters from history.*Some art can be deadly . . .Young Frida Kahlo is angry. Injured in a terrible accident, she lives with constant pain and worries that her dreams are unreachable.But when the TARDIS lands in Mexico City – drawn by a strange disturbance in its energy fields – Frida’s life is turned upside down. Aliens have arrived, taking over the bodies of children and killing anyone who gets in their way.With the fate of the Earth at stake, the Doctor and Frida must find a way to understand their alien invaders, and each other.
Copyright: 2024 ISBN: 9781405969918
Features: Contains images

Doctor Who: Charles Darwin and the Silurian Survival (The Icons Series)
by L.D. Lapinski
*The Tenth Doctor meets the constantly curious Charles Darwin in the second of three brand-new novellas starring inspiring characters from history.*Some discoveries should never be made…When Charles Darwin takes a break from a long sea voyage to look for shells on the Galapagos Islands, he finds two things that really shouldn’t be there. The first is a sunbathing Doctor. The second is a fresh Silurian skull . . .When more Silurians are discovered by Darwin’s crew – alive, this time – there is pandemonium. And when the island’s volcano starts erupting, years ahead of schedule, it looks like all-out war.The Doctor has his hands full. Can he keep Charles – and his evolutionary theory – alive?The history of science is at stake.
Copyright: 2024 ISBN: 9781405969932
Features: Contains images

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I hope Big Finish recast Adam Mitchell with Gareth Pierce for one of those new Ninth Doctor and Rose audios. #DoctorWho


For those with a qualifying print disability, the following Doctor Who title was recently added to Bookshare.

Doctor Who: Eden Rebellion
by Abi Falase
On the crystalline planet of Yewa, the Gardens of Kubuntu are a true Eden, said to be the most peaceful destination in the universe. At least, until the Doctor and Ruby arrive.Ancient rivalries between Yewa and its more prosperous sister world of Bia are being stirred by forces unknown, threatening to plunge its people into anarchy. With Ruby swept up in the fire of the Yewan rebellion, the Doctor finds dark secrets buried deep in the planet’s ancient history – and his hopes for a lasting peace hanging by a thread. For sinister guardians stalk the Gardens of Kubuntu, while an implacable enemy plots in the shadows – and in plain sight…

Copyright: 2024 ISBN: 9781473533967
Features: Contains images
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“I see.”

“I'm sure you don't, but it's very nice of you to try.”

— Laurence Scarman and the Doctor, in “The Pyramids of Mars”

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“What *is* the noun for a collection of geniuses — a bevy?”

“An inspiration of geniuses? Don't know...”

— Peri and the Doctor, in “Mark of the Rani”

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You don't understand regeneration, Mel; it's a lottery, and I've drawn the short plank.

— The Doctor, in “Time and the Rani”

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Here's a list of blogs devoted to Doctor Who.

Blogtor Who
blogtorwho.com

Doctor Who TV
doctorwhotv.co.uk/

The Doctor Who Companion
thedoctorwhocompanion.com/

Lovarzi Blog
blog.lovarzi.co.uk/

Unearthly Times
unearthlytimes.com/#

doctor who | the m0vie blog
them0vieblog.com/tag/doctor-wh…

Doctor Who Verdict
doctorwhoverdict.blogspot.com/
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“Me? Well, I told you, I'm from Galactic.”

“Galactic went out of business twenty years ago.”

“I wondered why I hadn't been paid.”

“That's not good enough.”

“That's what I thought.”

— The Doctor and Rigg, in “Nightmare of Eden”

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I'm seeking recommendations for two different categories of blogs for my RSS reading.
First, I'm looking for any blogs that post reviews of Doctor Who media, such as Doctor Who Verdict.
Second, I'm looking for bloggers who write about blindness assistive technology, not only for myself but also for my Tech-VI announcement service.
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Reminder: Doctor Who magazine is included with an Apple News+ subscription. As a blind person, it's likely the most accessible way to read DWM. The Doctor Who Magazine app is somewhat accessible on iOS but ANP is still better, although it doesn't seem to have the special editions. #DoctorWho


Why don't you stabilize your pedestrian infrastructure, President?

— Borusa, in “The Invasion of Time”

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Later, Castellan, we must take another look at data security.

— Cardinal Borusa, in “The Deadly Assassin”

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I'm a Time Lord... I'm not a human being. I walk in eternity.

— The Doctor, in “The Pyramids of Mars”

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Resurrection of the Daleks first aired 41 years ago on this day in 1984. This action-packed 5th Doctor story from the 21st season saw the return of the Daleks and Davros. This exciting adventure was also Janet Fielding’s swansong as Tegan. #DoctorWho


I know it's very difficult to understand. It's also very easy to be sarcastic.

— Wilkin, in “Shada”

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Oh, he's always in trouble, Tegan, hadn't you noticed? It amuses him...

— Adric, about the Doctor, in “Four to Doomsday”

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“Have you ever heard of the Flying Dutchman?”

“No.”

“Pity; I've often wanted to know who he was.”

— The Doctor and Leela, in “Underworld”

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A man is the sum of his memories, you know, a Time Lord even more so.

— The Doctor, in “The Five Doctors”

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