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We hold both in-person (in Chicago) and virtual Doctor Who Meetups! Find us on Meetup (formerly Chicago Doctor Who Meetup) and (starting on Feb 1st) at chicago-whovians-united.org!
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Many things in Doctor Who from 50+ years ago look dodgy now, but a lot of it was cutting edge, and they were working on the same budget as other BBC drama shows. If I judge, it's always the standards of the time.

Another reason to support public libraries

Hey look! I'm on a podcast! (And we discuss a book that, for some reason, feels slightly timely)

YES! YES! YES!

Finally, we take some short trips with a familiar face via Big Finish in April. You know, the Doctor that frowned himself a face that reminded him to hold the line. Patreon members get an exclusive first look. Enjoy! www.patreon.com/posts/122353...

Our second virtual March event will be a combination screening *and* TARDIS Talk... because this particular episode has generated much discussion. Join us via Patreon for a sneak peek! www.patreon.com/posts/122353...

We're dipping our toes into the classic series for our first March event... which is both timely *and* timeless. Join us on Patreon for a heads-up. www.patreon.com/posts/122352...

Adventure! Androids! And K9! Join us on Thursday, February 20th via Zoom for THE ANDROIDS OF TARA! RSVP for Zoom info via Facebook - www.facebook.com/events/28740...

Hey, @mistresscaution.bsky.social You have @gordondym.bsky.social listed as claiming that it wasn't a "Nazi salute" As the person in question, I would like to know - when did I *ever* say it was not a Nazi salute? Because I never did. Please provide a screengrab.

Last night's @chicagowhomeetup.bsky.social brought the return of a too-familiar conversation: someone claiming that a guy on YouTube had "inside sources" who claimed Disney would be canceled. My retort: "Dudes have claimed that Who has lost its way since Peter Davison took over from Tom Baker"

In January, a ten-year-old died of carbon monoxide poisoning in a building not inspected since 2009. #Chicago needs proactive inspections to ensure this never happens again. Here's a recent statement about why we need this /1 bit.ly/CHHOCHJL

And you're all invited. (Seriously - if you want to avoid that "Superb owl" thing people talk about, we are an owl-free zone)

We have big plans over the next few months... and you can learn more about them in our Patreon update! (Including plans for tomorrow night if you wish to avoid certain sports events) www.patreon.com/posts/121798...

Hey, look! We have a new domain! Although we're still refining the web copy, you can now find us (and our various channels) via www.chicago-whovians-united.org

Yes, we're doing this in March. Because we could use the support.

What @gordondym.bsky.social said.

Today's must-watch video (yes, it applies to #DoctorWho fans - we know based on experience) via @steveshives.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S-c...

Hey, RTD.... ball's in your court.

This is what fighting back looks like

Weather reports call for record cold in the midwest, with overnight wind chills ranging from -15 to -20 degrees. Good thing we're planning a Zoom screening of THE CELESTIAL TOYMAKER at 7:00 pm CST. Details/RSVP via Facebook (we'll post the Zoom link there) www.facebook.com/events/10746...

Post your favorite #DoctorWho. Wrong answers only.

"Make your last move, Doctor...make your last move...." Join us Sunday night at 7 pm CST via Zoom for our screening of the animated CELESTIAL TOYMAKER. RSVP via Facebook - www.facebook.com/events/10746...

Why yes, we *are* planning to apply for a panel at C2E2, why do you ask?

We're changing our name...but not our mission. Read more for details (and upcoming virtual events!) www.patreon.com/posts/119873...

Support DW content creators!

Unlike you, I get my news from a reliable source

Me examining a new follower

Need some Tenth Doctor/Donna to cure the winter blues? Join us this Saturday at 2:00 pm CST on Zoom for our Big Finish listening party! RSVP via Facebook (that's the only way you'll get login information) www.facebook.com/events/89154...

Here's what you need to know about the public domain - with music! (Time for me to write my THE SOUND AND THE FURY/THE COCOANUTS mashup starring 1929 Popeye)

I put this together for the @chicagowhomeetup.bsky.social YT channel (and we'll have news after the first of the year), but for you...a story-by-story breakdown. This Hartnell story is Terry Nation's first equating the Daleks to Nazis. Last five minutes are heartbreaking /1

If you're in the US and looking to 1) watch classic DOCTOR WHO and 2) want inspiration for dealing with what will come... We've put together a YouTube playlist. (As the BBC adds more stories, we'll add to the list when appropriate) www.youtube.com/watch?v=Boms...

Truth.

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