Doctor Who: What the FUCK, Tom Baker???

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egon_beeblebrox: Mar 1, 2008; WILL AMOUNT TO NOTHING IN LIFE.

https://twitter.com/kendeep/status/977576325287497728?s=20

# ? Mar 25, 2018 12:15

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# ? Apr 19, 2024 22:56

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

Colin Baker seems like an almost criminally nice guy to Doctor Who fans. Like, he should be under arrest for the amount of incredible good will he radiates for a show he was unceremoniously booted from through no fault of his own.

Doctor Zero posted:

PS: during Gomez’s talk she let slip that she did a BF audio as Missy going up against River Song. should be out soon. I don’t think she was supposed to do that.

Whoa, that's cool! I'd thought she wanted to take a couple of years away from the role, but I am perfectly fine with her diving right back in. Must have been the Big Finish catering that changed her mind :shobon:

# ? Mar 25, 2018 17:41

Davros1: Jul 19, 2007; You've got to admit, you are kind of implausible

Bicyclops posted:

Colin Baker seems like an almost criminally nice guy to Doctor Who fans. Like, he should be under arrest for the amount of incredible good will he radiates for a show he was unceremoniously booted from through no fault of his own.

Whoa, that's cool! I'd thought she wanted to take a couple of years away from the role, but I am perfectly fine with her diving right back in. Must have been the Big Finish catering that changed her mind

Technically, Gomez's Who debut was with BF, in the 2007 Syl audio "Valhalla"

https://twitter.com/memoriesdw/status/977955002290458625

Davros1 fucked around with this message at 18:10 on Mar 25, 2018

# ? Mar 25, 2018 17:54

Gynovore: Jun 17, 2009; Forget your RoboCoX or your StickyCoX or your EvilCoX, MY CoX has Blinking Bewbs!

WHY IS THIS GAME DEAD?!

Box of Bunnies posted:

That's not a good example of olden daes stuff but Google's archives there do go back to late 80s/early 90s stuff. When they first got them all there I had a ton of fun combing back through all kinds of groups but then they reworked the interface and made it a bit more difficult to just kind of go back that far without having to set specific date periods or whatever

I miss Dejanews.

# ? Mar 25, 2018 19:05

trouser_mouse: Apr 27, 2008

misadventurous posted:

And The Curse of Fenric is the best classic serial. There. I said it.

Yes!

"We play the contest again, Time Lord." is also the best cliffhanger.

I love The Curse of Fenric so much.

# ? Mar 25, 2018 21:59

marktheando: Nov 4, 2006

Yeah Curse of Fenric is the best.

# ? Mar 25, 2018 22:28

Astroman: Apr 8, 2001

Davros1 posted:

Technically, Gomez's Who debut was with BF, in the 2007 Syl audio "Valhalla"

https://twitter.com/memoriesdw/status/977955002290458625

Speak no evil, smell no evil, hear no evil?

# ? Mar 26, 2018 01:37

2house2fly: Nov 14, 2012; You did a super job wrapping things up! And I'm not just saying that because I have to!

Kind of fitting of them to get Davison to be the one who speaks no evil

# ? Mar 26, 2018 01:56

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

2house2fly posted:

Kind of fitting of them to get Davison to be the one who speaks no evil

They actually just told him to practice for the next time someone asks him a question about whether a woman should play the Doctor.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 02:01

Doctor Zero: Sep 21, 2002; Would you like a jelly baby?
It's been in my pocket through 4 regenerations,
but it's still good.

Bicyclops posted:

Colin Baker seems like an almost criminally nice guy to Doctor Who fans. Like, he should be under arrest for the amount of incredible good will he radiates for a show he was unceremoniously booted from through no fault of his own.

Colin is super incredibly nice. Lisa Greenwood and him were at our table at the meet-n-greet and everyone else was talking with her, so he just turned to me and started chatting. It was great. Lisa was also really sweet. I�ve got to make a point to buy their audios. I don�t have enough BF six.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 03:19

EccoRaven: Aug 15, 2004; there is only one hell:
the one we live in now

when is the series nine soundtrack getting released!!!! it's been almost three years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

# ? Mar 26, 2018 06:08

Rhyno: Mar 22, 2003; Can't post for 10 years!

EccoRaven posted:

when is the series nine soundtrack getting released!!!! it's been almost three years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For gently caress's sake THIS. I need that goddamned rock version of Clara's song.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 06:17

LionArcher: Mar 29, 2010

Rhyno posted:

For gently caress's sake THIS. I need that goddamned rock version of Clara's song.

I want it so bad...

# ? Mar 26, 2018 06:45

Box of Bunnies: Apr 3, 2012; by Pragmatica

So since the old Doctor Who newsgroup was posted earlier I thought it might be fun to jump back to around the time Big Finish started doing their Doctor Who releases:

Some people loved it

quote:

(WARNING! DERANGED ENTHUSIASM!!!!!)
I just finished listening to the SIRENS OF TIME audio adventure and I have to
say that it's set this old fanboy's heart a flutter. It exceeded my
expectations and I think it was very well written and acted. Episodes one
through three showcased each Doctor's style of story to great effect and seeing
them (And I really did see them in my minds eye!) together for the final part
was terrific. It was great to hear Davison's Dr. back in action again and we
finnally get to see the sixth Doctor as Baker wanted to play him. And as for
the Seventh Dr? A classic never goes out of style.

I've read some of the poor reviews its gotten from a few posters and while I
don't like to get into the "It sucks!"/"No it doesn't" style of arguments that
seem to flourish here I have to say I can't imagine why some listeners have
dismissed them as 'poorly written' 'fan productions' (That was my paraphrasing
I was taking no one's words out of context. Or at least I didn't mean to
anyway.)

If any of you are on the fence about buying these I recommend them. They're
highly enjoyable.

Big Finish, thanks for giving me Dr. Who back.
As long as you keep making them, I'll keep buying them.

Some people were less keen

quote:

Oh it's out there and how I regret wasting �8.99 on this amateurish jumble.
More proof, if we really needed it, that DR.WHO needs to be written by
professional writers who know how to tell and structure a good story. Sirens is
just so much unco-ordinated, directionless fan drivel. My fear is that if these
tapes are successful (and they will be as starved fans wil lap them up), the
BBC may entrust the making of future TV WHO to this crowd...then it really
would be the end. Avoid!!!!

Rumours about some guy called Russell T. Davies relaunching the series? Not sure that'll go anywhere...

quote:

Outpost Gallifrey mentioned an article in the Independant that suggested
that RTD was approached to come up with an outline for a new TV series?
Can anyone comfirm or deny this? Apparently the plans for this new series
were put on hold by the plans for a feature film (just like the Dark
Dimension was apparently scrapped 'cos of the telemovie).
If anyone at the BBC has the sense to monitor this NG (and the patience to
wade through the bickering and fanwank) then I just want them to know that a
series is definately the way to go. A co-produced movie will most probably
be another Avengers/McGann film; disappointing fans and failing to interest
non-fans.
A well written, fresh, character driven series (developed by the person
behind Damaged Goods and QaF) is definately the way to appeal to the general
public and most of the fans at the same time.

And then there's, uh, this person...

quote:

Am probably going to get flamed for this but I find the thought of
being cyber converted incredibly sexual.
The thought of being made to wear a silver PVC catsuit and be subject
to their will excites me greatly.....but it seems I'm the only one out
hrere who has this fetish. I'm am in my twenties and am not looking
for a lover- just some feed back on this fantasy/idea. If anyone wants
to know more or explore some ideas with me - please mail me - if
anyone wants to flame me don't bother!!!

and yes, I do have the islver PVc catsuit

# ? Mar 26, 2018 06:46

Jerusalem: May 20, 2004; Would you be my new best friends?

Haha, I was gonna joke about that last one being Chibnall, then realized he may have actually been (just) in his 20s at the time it was posted :tinfoil:

# ? Mar 26, 2018 07:19

Fair Bear Maiden: Jun 17, 2013

Hey guys, I want some feedback on this fantasy: I'm Tom Baker, and I'm writing down an incredibly raunchy autobiography and sneak it on unsuspecting forum goers who don't know they're about to get way more than they bargained for... then I drink a pint to celebrate.

I don't want a drinking mate, I just want to get some feedback, and yes, I already have the beer, who do you take me for?

P.S. : Honestly, that weirdo guy aside, those opinions don't sound so deranged or far removed from the range you might find here on SA.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 08:31

DoctorWhat: Nov 18, 2011; A little privacy, please?

It's too late - I've seen everything.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 08:36

Jerusalem: May 20, 2004; Would you be my new best friends?

Fair Bear Maiden posted:

P.S. : Honestly, that weirdo guy aside, those opinions don't sound so deranged or far removed from the range you might find here on SA.

The fact they apparently used to argue over every little thing and never agreed on anything did remind me of that old "First rule of Doctor Who fans" bit

Which in turn reminded me that every so often somebody would pop into this thread to complain about the "hivemind" in here :laugh:

# ? Mar 26, 2018 08:47

Box of Bunnies: Apr 3, 2012; by Pragmatica

Fair Bear Maiden posted:

P.S. : Honestly, that weirdo guy aside, those opinions don't sound so deranged or far removed from the range you might find here on SA.

Speaking of, here's one I found while looking at stuff from the release month of the TV movie:

Is there still a chance for McCoy?

quote:

I have been a Dr Who fan from the start. I have watched them all since
I was 7 years old in 1963. I have seen the program grow and develop
and thought that up to now the evolution of the program made some
sense. This new movie however was just too great a change for me, I
guess I'm just to set in may ways to accept this level of change.
My 14 year old son loved the new movie so I accept that it was aimed
at attracting a new generation and I hope that it is successful in
doing so..

I wonder however since at the beginning of the movie the doctor stated
that he was at the end of his current regeneration and as such this
may lead to an opening for the BBC or any other enterprising body to
continue with McCoy as the Dr and to fill in the gaps that lead up to
the regeneration.

At least this may give an opportunity to explain a lot of the changes
that occured in the movie.

Any thoughts ?

Time is a flat roundel. Now where's my McGann miniseries for the offseason...

Box of Bunnies fucked around with this message at 08:55 on Mar 26, 2018

# ? Mar 26, 2018 08:52

Forktoss: Feb 13, 2012; I'm OK, you're so-so

Speaking of roundels, Clayton Hickman recently took an in-depth look at the history of roundel lighting: https://twitter.com/claytonhickman/status/978001316378234881?s=19

(it's exactly as exciting as it sounds, which is very)

# ? Mar 26, 2018 10:21

Davros1: Jul 19, 2007; You've got to admit, you are kind of implausible

https://twitter.com/thenicolabryant/status/977925946950012929

# ? Mar 26, 2018 22:20

Edward Mass: Sep 14, 2011; 𝅘𝅥𝅮 I wanna go home with the armadillo
Good country music from Amarillo and Abilene
Friendliest people and the prettiest women you've ever seen𝅘𝅥𝅮

C. Baker: Aww... :unsmith:

Capaldi: Aww... :unsmith:

Davison: Aww... :smith:

# ? Mar 26, 2018 22:24

DoctorWhat: Nov 18, 2011; A little privacy, please?

no baby wants to be beige

# ? Mar 26, 2018 22:31

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

The expression on Colin's face :shobon:

# ? Mar 26, 2018 23:12

Pesky Splinter: Feb 16, 2011; A worried pug.

DoctorWhat posted:

no baby wants to be beige

B...but I like beige

That's cute as gently caress, and apparently Baby Baker was Baby Beige the day before:
https://twitter.com/GreenEyedPoet83/status/978007398152654848

:3:

# ? Mar 26, 2018 23:23

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

Nicola Bryant looks really happy to be holding the baby and I am vicariously glad.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 23:33

Edward Mass: Sep 14, 2011; 𝅘𝅥𝅮 I wanna go home with the armadillo
Good country music from Amarillo and Abilene
Friendliest people and the prettiest women you've ever seen𝅘𝅥𝅮

Well, that makes sense at least. 5 -> 6 and all that.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 23:38

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

I think I mentioned I was rewatching Frasier already, but it's been fun noticing that both Frasier and Niles, when they play Squash or or any other kind of sport, dress exactly like the Fifth Doctor.

# ? Mar 26, 2018 23:56

DoctorWhat: Nov 18, 2011; A little privacy, please?

The 6th Doctor and Frasier are the same character.

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:13

egon_beeblebrox: Mar 1, 2008; WILL AMOUNT TO NOTHING IN LIFE.

DoctorWhat posted:

The 6th Doctor and Frasier are the same character.

I'd read this fan fic

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:16

Edward Mass: Sep 14, 2011; 𝅘𝅥𝅮 I wanna go home with the armadillo
Good country music from Amarillo and Abilene
Friendliest people and the prettiest women you've ever seen𝅘𝅥𝅮

egon_beeblebrox posted:

I'd read this fan fic

Chopped SA-laaaaaaaaaaaaaad, SCRAAAAAAAM-bled eggggggggs...

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:18

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

Frasier: Change, Niles, and not a moment too soon.
Niles: Are you out of your mind? You look like the Danish clown I had to hire to get Maris past that depression when one of her medications turned out to be an M&M!

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:36

DoctorWhat: Nov 18, 2011; A little privacy, please?

The problem here is that you can't write dialog for Six or Frasier that sounds odd coming out of the other's mouth.

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:45

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

Sixth Doctor: Oh, nonsense, Peri! This little marina is perfectly safe, quaint even. Allow me to demonst- *steps on a rake, smacking himself in the face*

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:48

DoctorWhat: Nov 18, 2011; A little privacy, please?

~nyeuhuhuhuuggh~

# ? Mar 27, 2018 00:51

2house2fly: Nov 14, 2012; You did a super job wrapping things up! And I'm not just saying that because I have to!

Man, Niles would make a decent companion

FRASIER: I don't like the colour.

NILES: [spluttering] of your kidneys?!

# ? Mar 27, 2018 01:41

Bicyclops: Aug 27, 2004

The Doctor: Ahhh. Applegrass!
Niles: *smiling charmingly, with a lot of teeth* Oh, no thank you. I'm afraid the scent from fruiting plants wears away at my stomach lining.
The Doctor: It's very popular in New Manchester.
Niles: Did you say Applegrass? Can I take some home to grind into my bath salts?

# ? Mar 27, 2018 01:48

Narsham: Jun 5, 2008

The Doctor: Niles, come over here. I've been watching someone from afar for a while and I think... DON'T WAVE!
Niles: But it's Maris!
The Doctor: It's not Maris. I think it's the Master.
Niles: Are you sure?
The Doctor: We're some distance away, but it looks like a man.
Niles: Could be Maris.
The Doctor: He frightened off some bums.
Niles: Could be Maris.
The Doctor: From time to time his head looks more like a skull.
Niles: Could be Maris.
The Doctor: I saw him eating some sort of fried food...
Niles: It's the Master. He really IS evil, isn't he?

# ? Mar 27, 2018 03:32

Sydney Bottocks: Oct 15, 2004; Can't post for 39 days!

And while Frasier, Niles, and the Sixth Doctor all interact, Roz and Peri swap dating tips; Martin and Evelyn Smythe bond over Martin's recliner; and Daphne competes with Mel for the title of "World's Most Annoying British Person". :v:

# ? Mar 27, 2018 04:52

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# ? Apr 19, 2024 22:56

Rhyno: Mar 22, 2003; Can't post for 10 years!

Maris...Missy...hmmmm.

# ? Mar 27, 2018 04:56

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