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Secrets of Doctor Who

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A Doctor Who Fan Podcast

Recent Episodes

The Monster of Peladon

What happens when a medieval society joins a galactic superpower? The 3rd Doctor and Sarah Jane face war profiteers, fake gods, and class rebellion. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss faith, feminism, and odd-shaped aliens in Monster of Peladon. The post The Monster of Peladon appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Light Keepers (Big Finish)

Is coerced labor still virtuous if it saves the universe? Dorium Maldovar returns as the 11th Doctor faces a cosmic light imprisoned in a robotic lighthouse. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin dissect morality, capitalism, and Time Lord ethics in The Light Keepers. The post The Light Keepers (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

This Advent, Help StarQuest Continue the Mission

Advent begins. Help StarQuest bring faith and reason to the world. Become a $10/month patron (or increase your current donation by $10 per month) and be among the first 400 donors to receive a Mysterious World sticker signed by Jimmy and Dom. Your gift is matched up to $15,000. The post This Advent, Help StarQuest Continue the Mission appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Savages

A utopia built on exploitation. In The Savages, what happens when a society thrives by draining others’ life force? Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack the moral cost, lost social commentary, and Steven’s powerful farewell from the TARDIS. The post The Savages appeared first on StarQuest Media.

State of Decay

Vampires, rebels, and ancient Time Lord enemies clash in this gothic Fourth Doctor tale. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack Adric’s shaky debut, undead aristocrats, and whether this episode stakes its claim as a classic. The post State of Decay appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Relative Dimensions (Big Finish)

A time-traveling fish crashes the Doctor’s Christmas reunion—what does this say about holding onto the past? With Susan, Alex, and Lucie Miller, the Eighth Doctor wrestles with family, legacy, and loss. Featuring Dom Bettinelli & Jimmy Akin. The post Relative Dimensions (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Self-Help (Big Finish)

What happens when the Master is forced into 277 years of introspection? Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unravel Self-Help’s sharp critique of self-improvement culture, with big laughs, deeper lore, and some unexpected character growth. The post Self-Help (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Catch-1782 (Big Finish)

Is Eleanor a glitch in time? Did Hallam fake the death record? History works without aliens. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin debate laudanum, class, and a canister loop in the Sixth Doctor audio story, “Catch-1782.” The post Catch-1782 (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Caves of Androzani (Revisited)

A ruthless tycoon, a masked fanatic, and Spectrox stakes. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss whether “Caves of Androzani” is good send-off—does the Fifth Doctor’s choice redefine heroism? The post The Caves of Androzani (Revisited) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Full Circle

What if the “colonists” aren’t who they think they are? Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin assess e-Space, Adric’s rocky debut, mistfall’s biology, and the Deciders’ big lie. Bold takes, sharp lore chat, plus listener feedback. The post Full Circle appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Death to the Daleks

An AI-run Exxilon city kills power, forcing Humans and Daleks into a fraught pact for a plague cure. With Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin, we ask: Is AI a false god? Do ends justify Galloway’s means? The post Death to the Daleks appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Ghosts (Big Finish)

Holograms or hauntings? Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin weigh the 10th Doctor and River in Ghosts: AI survival, memory firewalls, and a chilling choice—is ending a holo-life “death”? How much mystery should writers leave? The post Ghosts (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Gunfighters

A tuneful, messy OK Corral? Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin assess the First Doctor’s “Gunfighters”—ballads, comedy, and history-bending choices. Are Dodo and Doc Holliday the real standouts? The post The Gunfighters appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Meglos

A sentient cactus steals a sacred power source, sparking a clash of faith vs. science. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack Tom Baker’s double role, Jacqueline Hill’s surprising return, and a weapon that could wipe out worlds. The post Meglos appeared first on StarQuest Media.

An Earthly Child (Big Finish)

Susan’s reunion with the Doctor sparks deep questions—can post-Dalek Earth be trusted to stand on its own? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli unpack the politics, alien paranoia, and family tension in An Earthly Child. The post An Earthly Child (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Fast Times (Big Finish)

Big Finish’s “Fast Times” kicks off the Fugitive Doctor era, and Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack its roots in The Prisoner, The Fugitive, and Star Wars, debate its place in Who lore, and question whether secrets define the Doctor. The post Fast Times (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Word Lord (Big Finish)

What if words had power—and could kill? Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack the chilling concept of a Word Lord who turns everyday speech into deadly traps. From ancient name magic to clever dialogue mechanics, they unravel the story’s intricate use of language and its ties to Doctor Who lore. The post The Word Lord (Big Finish) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Reality War

Reality glitches, plot holes widen, and beloved characters are left hanging. In this deep-dive discussion, Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Jimmy Akin critique the rushed defeat of Omega, the wasted return of the Rani, Anita’s sidelining, and Susan’s unresolved arc. Was this truly a fitting end—or just spectacle masking a structural collapse? The post The Reality War appeared first on StarQuest Media.

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Wish World

A perfect world crumbles as the Rani manipulates doubt to unlock the Underverse. Can Time Lord uncertainty crack reality wide open? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines unravel the truth in this chilling setup for the finale. The post Wish World appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Interstellar Song Contest

A deadly twist on a galactic song contest raises questions of morality, writing quality, and character consistency. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines debate the Doctor’s actions, sci-fi logic, and the episode’s cultural commentary. The post The Interstellar Song Contest appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Story and The Engine

A cosmic barbershop in Lagos reveals the power—and peril—of storytelling. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines debate mythic gods, racial identity, barbershop culture, and whether this character-centric episode cuts too deep. The post The Story and The Engine appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Lucky Day

Ruby Sunday’s uneasy return to ordinary life takes center stage as Dom Bettinelli, Father Chip Hines, and Jimmy Akin tackle UNIT’s startling decisions and dissect Lucky Day’s pointed take on influencer culture and trust in authority. The post Lucky Day appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Well

A sinister force stalks the Doctor and Belinda. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines discuss the deadly secrets, moral sacrifice, and echoes of "Midnight." The post The Well appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Lux

A sentient cartoon, chaos gods, and 1950s movie magic collide in a surreal showdown. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack Lux, where the Doctor and Belinda outwit a deity using fire, film, and fourth-wall breaks. The post Lux appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Robot Revolution

A robot uprising, time fractures, and a reluctant companion spark the 15th Doctor’s new season. Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Chip Hines debate heavy themes, storytelling finesse, and where the mystery-filled season might lead. The post The Robot Revolution appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Planet of Fire

A story loaded with goodbyes, revelations, and fiery drama. Peri debuts, Turlough departs, and the 5th Doctor faces the Master one last time—plus a companion death. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin discuss Planet of Fire. The post Planet of Fire appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The Leisure Hive

A creepy resort, a clone army, and a killer rejuvenation machine! The Fourth Doctor faces time-twisting tech and post-war paranoia in The Leisure Hive. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unravel the twists in this kickoff to Tom Baker’s final season. The post The Leisure Hive appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Invasion of the Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs roam London, but it’s all a smokescreen! A twisted plan to restart humanity unfolds as Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin unpack fake spaceships, environmental extremism, and Mike Yates’ shocking betrayal in this Third Doctor tale. The post Invasion of the Dinosaurs appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The War Games (Ep. 7 to 10)

The War Games come to an end! The Second Doctor faces the Time Lords, the War Chief makes his move, and Jamie & Zoe say goodbye. Dom Bettinelli & Jimmy Akin break down the epic finale, its impact on Doctor Who lore, and the Second Doctor’s legacy. The post The War Games (Ep. 7 to 10) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

The War Games (Ep. 4 to 6)

The War Games heat up! The Doctor’s past collides with his present as the War Chief’s true nature is revealed. Mind control, shifting battle zones, and a shrinking SIDRAT raise the stakes. Dom Bettinelli and Jimmy Akin break it all down! The post The War Games (Ep. 4 to 6) appeared first on StarQuest Media.