October 25, 1986 - Birmingham Evening Mail - Colin Baker is confident that Doctor Who will continue.
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October 1986 - Bonnie Langford takes some publicity photos with Colin Baker ahead of her premiere on Doctor Who.
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WARP-S10_Ep8_Mar22-2026  Episode Summary In this week’s episode of Warp My TARDIS, KJ the Comic Guy and Security Dan dive into a whirlwind of sci‑fi news, fandom updates, industry losses, and a full‑season breakdown of Starfleet Academy. News & Notable Passings The hosts open with a heavy week in genre entertainment, reflecting on several significant deaths: - Chuck Norris' passing at 87 sparked “a lot of awkward AI‑generated stuff” and a wave of nostalgia for his action legacy. - William C. Dietz, author of the early Halo novels and a contributor to expanded-universe sci‑fi. - Yuki Maeda, a prolific Japanese voice actress known for Naruto and Transformers. - Nicholas Brendon, remembered for Buffy the Vampire Slayer, whose struggles and fan interactions the hosts discuss with empathy. They also debunk rumors of Kurt Russell’s death—“the rumors of my death are extremely unfounded”—and unpack the surprising news that Hulu has scrapped the completed Buffy reboot pilot. Film & TV Industry Shakeups The conversation shifts to the ongoing turbulence around the Paramount–Skydance–WB–Universal merger and how it may impact franchises like DC and Marvel. They explore: - Rumors of James Gunn stepping away from DC projects - Possible Guardians of the Galaxy 4 developments - Casting returns and timeline questions around Natasha Romanoff - The future of Lanterns, Supergirl, and other DCU entries Star Trek Corner Before the main topic, the hosts react to reports that Jonathan Frakes may be retiring from directing Star Trek, noting his long legacy and work beyond the franchise. Main Topic: Starfleet Academy — Season 1 Wrap‑Up KJ and Dan take a deep, candid look at the first season of Starfleet Academy: Strengths: - High production values - Strong individual episodes - Standout performances (especially Tig Notaro) Weaknesses: - Inconsistent tone and direction - Disjointed overarching plot - Underdeveloped cadet ensemble - A finale that felt more like a wrap‑up than a payoff As the transcript notes: “Per episode, it was fine. Per series, it was disjointed.” They compare the show’s structure to Strange New Worlds, Lower Decks, and even BBC‑style limited series, arguing that the 10‑episode format may be too tight for the kind of character‑driven storytelling the series attempts. Final verdict: A 6.5–6.8/10 season with potential—if Season 2 can find its identity. What’s Next? The hosts tease upcoming discussions, including: - The Doctor Who 2026 Christmas special leak - Big Finish audio dramas - Project Hail Mary - The Matt Dinniman / “Damn it, Donut” book club - The upcoming Mandalorian & Grogu film

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January 30, 1985 - Cambridge Evening News - A profile on Paul Darrow who will appear on an upcoming Doctor Who story. Do you know which one?
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January 5, 1985 - Dorsett Echo - A nice publicity photo of Colin Baker as the Doctor, complete with umbrella.

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January 9, 1985 - Coventry Evening Telegraph - There was at least one viewer who saw promise in Colin Baker's portrayal of the Doctor.

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