Melanie Dean has hosted 36 Episodes.
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Earth Station Who: Revisiting the Fourth Doctor Classic “Planet of Evil”
October 17th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 12 mins
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In this episode of The Earth Station Who Podcast, the crew travels back to the Tom Baker era to review the Fourth Doctor classic, “Planet of Evil.” Joining the discussion are special guests Dave Chapman and Rob Levy, as they dive into the story’s eerie atmosphere, standout performances, and its place in Doctor Who history. Get ready for a fun and nostalgic journey through one of the darker corners of classic Doctor Who!
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Earth Station Who: Reviewing Doctor Who – The Second Doctor Adventures: James Robert McCrimmon
October 4th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 22 mins
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In this episode of Earth Station Who, the crew reviews the Big Finish audio drama Doctor Who: The Second Doctor Adventures – James Robert McCrimmon. Featuring Michael Troughton as the Second Doctor and Frazer Hines reprising his iconic role as Jamie McCrimmon, this release brings Patrick Troughton’s era back to life in thrilling new ways. Join us as we dive into the stories, performances, and legacy of the Second Doctor in Big Finish’s continuing Doctor Who adventures.
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Earth Station Who Reviews “The Mutants” | Classic Third Doctor Adventure
September 19th, 2025 | Season 13 | 43 mins 18 secs
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The Earth Station Who crew takes a trip to the 30th century to unpack the Third Doctor serial The Mutants. From colonial politics and strange transformations to clever Time Lord antics, this episode celebrates Jon Pertwee’s action-packed era. Listen now for lively discussion, fan theories, and plenty of Whovian fun!
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Doctor Who Review: Daleks in Manhattan & Evolution of the Daleks | Earth Station Who Podcast
September 6th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 10 mins
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On this episode of the Earth Station Who Podcast, the crew reviews the two-part Doctor Who story “Daleks in Manhattan” and “Evolution of the Daleks.” Join us as we dive into the Tenth Doctor’s adventures with Martha Jones in 1930s New York, exploring the Daleks’ sinister experiments, classic sci-fi themes, and the story’s place in Doctor Who history. Perfect for fans of the Tenth Doctor and Dalek episodes!
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Will They Return? Ranking Doctor Who Companions' Chances of a Comeback | Earth Station Who Podcast
August 10th, 2025 | Season 13 | 2 hrs 10 secs
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In this episode of Earth Station Who, the crew takes a trip through Doctor Who history, discussing the possible return of companions from the classic and modern eras of the show. From Susan Foreman to Donna Noble and beyond, we rank each companion’s likelihood of reappearing in the Whoniverse, whether through cameos, specials, or full story arcs. Join us as we dive into Doctor Who lore, speculate on future returns, and celebrate the characters who have traveled in the TARDIS from the show's beginning to the present day.
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The War Games in Color: Reviewing the Restored & Shortened Second Doctor Story | Earth Station Who Podcast
July 25th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 10 mins
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On this episode of The Earth Station Who podcast, the crew is joined by Doctor Who author and commentator Matthew Kresal to take a fresh look at the newly restored and colorized version of the classic Second Doctor story, The War Games. With enhanced visuals and a shortened runtime, this reimagined version of the iconic 10-part Doctor Who serial offers a modern perspective on a pivotal chapter in Time Lord history. We discuss Patrick Troughton’s legendary performance, the creative choices behind the restoration and edits, and how the BBC is reintroducing classic stories to new audiences. A must-listen for fans of classic Doctor Who, Second Doctor adventures, and BBC restoration projects.
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The Savages Animated Restoration – Revisiting a Lost First Doctor Story | Earth Station Who
June 27th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 20 mins
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In this episode of Earth Station Who, the crew is joined by friend of the show Kirby Bartlett-Sloan to explore the newly released animated restoration of the lost First Doctor adventure, "The Savages." They dive into the significance of this early Doctor Who story, the challenges of restoring missing episodes, and what the animation brings to the classic sci-fi tale. Plus, Kirby bravely takes his shot at the Whovian Geek Seat! A must-listen for Whovians and fans of the show's rich history.
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Wrap-Up of Doctor Who Season 15 or 2, Whatever!?! | Earth Station Who Podcast
June 13th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 27 mins
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The Earth Station Who crew is joined by podcast friend Sean Whelan to look back at all the thrills, twists, and Time Lord turns of Doctor Who Season 15 (a.k.a. Season 2 of the new era). From standout episodes to character arcs, fan theories to finale fallout, we dive deep into what worked, what surprised us, and what we hope to see next. Plus, Sean bravely takes a shot at the legendary Whovian Geek Seat—will he survive the ultimate fan challenge? Don’t miss this fun and thoughtful wrap-up of a game-changing season in the Whoniverse!
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The Reality War – Doctor Who Season 15 Finale Review | Earth Station Who Podcast
June 6th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 29 mins
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The Earth Station Who crew is joined by longtime listener Elizabeth Laney to review the jaw-dropping season 15 finale of Doctor Who, “The Reality War.” Packed with shocking twists, universe-shifting revelations, and bold choices that will change the Doctor Who universe forever, this episode leaves no fan untouched. Join us as we break down the game-changing moments, character fates, and what it all means for the future of the Doctor! Subscribe now to Earth Station Who for more Doctor Who episode reviews, news, and discussions, and join the conversation with fellow fans!
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Doctor Who: “Wish World” Review – Earth Station Who Explores a Universe of Desire
May 30th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 23 mins
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In this episode of Earth Station Who, we delve into the surreal and satirical world of “Wish World”, the penultimate episode of Doctor Who Season 15. The Doctor and Belinda awaken in an idyllic suburban life, only to discover they're trapped in a fabricated reality crafted by the Rani, Conrad, and a mysterious wish-granting entity. As the illusion unravels, the Doctor confronts unsettling truths and faces the return of the formidable Time Lord, Omega.
Joining us is author MacKenzie Flohr, who offers her insights on the episode's themes and bravely takes on the Whovian Geek Seat. We discuss the episode's commentary on societal norms, its connections to classic Doctor Who lore, and what it sets up for the upcoming season finale, "The Reality War".
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Doctor Who: “The Interstellar Song Contest” Review
May 23rd, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 33 mins
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Tune in to this week’s Earth Station Who as we dive into “The Interstellar Song Contest,” the latest cosmic adventure from Doctor Who! 🌟 From glittering galactic glam to high-stakes harmonies, the Doctor finds themselves in the middle of an out-of-this-world musical showdown.
Joining us for this episode is filmmaker and author Nick Smith, who helps us unpack the story, share a few laughs, and even takes a shot at claiming the coveted Whovian Geek Seat! 🛸🎤
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Doctor Who: “The Story and The Engine” – Bold Twists & Big Questions!
May 16th, 2025 | Season 13 | 1 hr 9 mins
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The TARDIS lands once again! This week on Earth Station Who, we dive deep into the Doctor Who episode “The Story and The Engine” with special guests Producer Amy Lynn Best and Writer Mike Watt. Both join us to discuss the episode with us and take on the Whovian Geek Seat! 🚀 From shocking twists to character arcs and hidden symbolism, we break down what makes this episode tick — and where it might take the Doctor next.
Whether you're a lifelong Whovian or just tuning in, this review is packed with laughs, insight, and all the timey-wimey goodness you expect.