Worth Watching
172 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe watch classic Doctor Who, The Prisoner, and other old TV shows and movies to determine if they're still worth watching for a modern audience.
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Doctor Who 8: The Reign of Terror
October 03, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 107 MBDo we agree with the Dr that the Reign of Terror is the perfect vacation destination? Does the podcast formally support authoritarianism? The answers to these mysteries and more, given by the jaded Dr Who addict and the new guy who is finishing his first season of Doctor Who! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com
Doctor Who 11: The Reign of Terror, part 1
October 03, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBDo we agree with the Dr that the Reign of Terror is the perfect vacation destination? Does the podcast formally support authoritarianism? The answers to these mysteries and more, given by the jaded Dr Who addict and the new guy who is finishing his first season of Doctor Who! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com
Doctor Who 10: The Sensorites, part 2
September 26, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBCome for the terrifying mystery of the Sensorites, stay for Guy's electrifying TED talk about their evolutionary history! The never-indicted Dr Who addict and the fresh face to Dr Who evaluate this first season story to let you know if it's Worth Watching for a modern audience! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subsc...
Doctor Who 9: The Sensorites, part 1
September 19, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBUncover the mystery of the powerful Sensorites, the scariest aliens since the Terminator! They control people's minds, they float through space...what can't they do? Also, what's the fate of England in 400 years? To find out the answers to this and more, join the know-it-all Dr Who addict and the new guy who's not quite sure why he let himself get into this mess to see what we think! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons...
Doctor Who 7: The Sensorites
September 19, 2021 08:00 - 3 hours - 133 MBUncover the mystery of the powerful Sensorites, the scariest aliens since the Terminator! They control people's minds, they float through space...what can't they do? Also, what's the fate of England in 400 years? To find out the answers to this and more, join the know-it-all Dr Who addict and the new guy who's not quite sure why he let himself get into this mess to see what we think! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ...
Doctor Who 8: The Aztecs, part 2
September 12, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBHow does an unarmed false goddess keep her companion from being killed? What could go wrong with having a nice cup of cocoa? Is the second half of The Aztecs as enjoyable as the first? To find out the answers to these questions and more, join the jaded Dr Who addict and the new guy who's warming up to the series to see what we think! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public ...
Doctor Who 6: The Aztecs
September 12, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 90.2 MBListen now (61 mins) | Does The Aztecs live up to its reputation? Is it really the template for Dr Who stories going forward? Does it have the best bad guy ever? Finally, is it worth watching for a modern audience? Join the jaded Dr Who addict and the new guy who's warming up to the series to see what we think! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com
Doctor Who 5: The Aztecs
September 05, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 90.2 MBDoes The Aztecs live up to its reputation? Is it really the template for Dr Who stories going forward? Does it have the best bad guy ever? Finally, is it worth watching for a modern audience? Join the jaded Dr Who addict and the new guy who's warming up to the series to see what we think! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with ...
Doctor Who 7: The Aztecs, part 1
September 05, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 141 MBDoes The Aztecs live up to its reputation? Is it really the template for Dr Who stories going forward? Does it have the best bad guy ever? Finally, is it worth watching for a modern audience? Join the jaded Dr Who addict and the new guy who's warming up to the series to see what we think! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book)
Doctor Who 5: The Keys of Marinus
September 05, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 92.6 MBTerry Nation's first story after his incredible success with The Daleks. Can he do it again? And will his new diving suit monster survive the test of time? Listen to the jaded Dr Who junkie and the somewhat intrigued new guy debate the matter! (This was originally released as two episodes, which will explain some statements that would be otherwise nonsensical…) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bettera...
Doctor Who 6: The Keys of Marinus, part 2
August 29, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBWill the second half of Keys of Marinus be better than the first? Only the dudes at Who Worth Watching can decide! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book)
Doctor Who 5: The Keys of Marinus, part 1
August 22, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBTerry Nation's first story after his incredible success with The Daleks. Can he do it again? And will his new monster survive the test of time? Listen to the jaded Dr Who junkie and the somewhat intrigued new guy debate the matter! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book)
Doctor Who 4: Marco Polo
August 22, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 92.6 MBWe originally skipped this story, as we weren’t covering reconstructions (stories where episodes are missing and fans have put together still shots to go along with the audio), but eventually we changed our minds. So this episode was recorded as two episodes much later, and is being brought back in time... Let's find out if it was worth it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com
Doctor Who 4: The Keys of Marinus
August 22, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 92.6 MBTerry Nation's first story after his incredible success with The Daleks. Can he do it again? And will his new monster survive the test of time? Listen to the jaded Dr Who junkie and the somewhat intrigued new guy debate the matter! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
Doctor Who 4: The Edge of Destruction
August 15, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 84.6 MBThe jaded Dr Who guy and the newbie disagree on this bizarre story -- will it be the premature end of the podcast? What will their official recommendation be? Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book)
Doctor Who 3: The Edge of Destruction
August 15, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe jaded Dr Who guy and the newbie disagree on this bizarre story -- will it be the premature end of the podcast? What will their official recommendation be? BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com
Doctor Who 3: The Daleks, part 2
August 08, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutes - 92.5 MBThe Daleks not only saved Dr Who, they made it a sensation in the UK. Does this foundational story hold up for a modern audience? Listen to part 2 to hear a jaded Dr Who junkie and a new-to-Who normal person debate the matter to find out! Us Twitter Facebook
Doctor Who 2: The Daleks, part 1
August 01, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 99.4 MBThe Daleks not only saved Dr Who, they made it a sensation in the UK. Does this foundational story hold up for a modern audience? Listen to a jaded Dr Who junkie and a new-to-Who normal person debate the matter to find out! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book)
Doctor Who 2: The Daleks
August 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBThe Daleks not only saved Dr Who, they made it a sensation in the UK. Does this foundational story hold up for a modern audience? Listen to a jaded Dr Who junkie and a new-to-Who normal person debate the matter to find out! Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit better...
Doctor Who 1: An Unearthly Child
July 25, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn which we start into Doctor Who proper, with the story that started it all, over 50 years ago...is it worth watching for a modern audience? Our discussion includes the first Doctor Who episode ever aired -- An Unearthly Child -- and the three episode cavemen story that came after. Us Twitter: @WorthWatching4 Facebook Resources BritBox (BBC streaming) About Time 1: Seasons 1-3 (Comprehensive Dr Who book) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other ...
Doctor Who Worth Watching 0: The Unaired Pilot
July 18, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 69.7 MBOur journey begins! One jaded dude who's been watching Dr Who for decades and can no longer tell what's good and what's not, and one guy brand new to the show. We start from the beginning, with the Unaired Pilot that almost ended Doctor Who before it started... Corrections Ron refers to the composer of the theme, Ron Granier, as the head of the BBC Radiophonic workshop, which is incorrect. He was contracted by them to compose the theme, but it's accurate that he felt Delia Derbysh...
Doctor Who 0: The Unaired Pilot
July 18, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 22 MBOur journey begins! One jaded dude who's been watching Dr Who for decades and can no longer tell what's good and what's not, and one guy brand new to the show. We start from the beginning, with the Unaired Pilot that almost ended Doctor Who before it started... Us Twitter Facebook Corrections Ron refers to the composer of the theme, Ron Granier, as the head of the BBC Radiophonic workshop, which is incorrect. He was contracted by them to compose the theme, but it's accurate that h...