Doomwatch - Fusion Patrol Reviews

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Doomwatch is a British science fiction TV series (1970–1972) about a secretive government team that investigates the unintended and often terrifying consequences of advanced science and technology on the environment and society. The stories focus on contemporary issues such as pollution, genetic engineering, and industrial malpractice, making the drama feel like near-future “science fact” rather than pure fantasy. From 2011 to 2020, Fusion Patrol reviewed all existing episodes and movies.

  1. 05/15/2011

    041 – Doomwatch – The Plastic Eaters

    The classic 1970 BBC series, Doomwatch is next up on Fusion Patrol. In this episode, we explore the British science fiction series “Doomwatch,” created by Kit Peddler and Jerry Davis in the early 1970s. We examine its dystopian themes of technology and progress, particularly as they relate to contemporary societal issues. Our discussion centers on ... Read more

  2. 07/26/2011

    051 – Doomwatch – Tomorrow, the Rat

    In this episode of the Fusion Patrol Podcast, we explore “Tomorrow the Rat,” the fourth episode of “Doomwatch.” We discuss the ethical implications of genetic experimentation as intelligent, modified rats pose a threat to humanity. The character of Dr. Mary Bryant serves as a feminist archetype navigating a male-dominated scientific landscape. We draw parallels to ... Read more

  3. 11/13/2011

    067 – Doomwatch – Project Sahara

    In this episode of Fusion Patrol, Ben and I analyze “Project Sahara,” the fifth episode of Doomwatch, focusing on its exploration of human versus computer judgment and the implications of government data systems on privacy. We discuss Dr. Stella Robinson’s experiences with gender dynamics in her role related to military defoliant and Toby Wren’s personal ... Read more

  4. 12/12/2012

    089 – Doomwatch – Re-Entry Forbidden

    In this episode of Fusion Patrol, we explore the Doomwatch episode “Re-Entry Forbidden,” where British astronaut Dick Larch’s minor mistake during a mission on the American spacecraft Sunfire One threatens a radioactive disaster. We discuss the scientific aspects, Larch’s psychological struggles with jealousy and paranoia, and the narrative’s unexpected twists leading to a tragic conclusion. ... Read more

  5. 07/17/2013

    114 – Doomwatch – The Devil’s Sweets

    In this episode of Fusion Patrol, we analyze the “Doomwatch” episode “The Devil’s Sweets,” focusing on the Doomwatch team’s investigation into a surge in tobacco consumption linked to a specific brand. The plot highlights frustrations with bureaucracy and personal stakes as a team member begins smoking the brand they are investigating. We critique the manipulative ... Read more

  6. 04/08/2019

    415 – Doomwatch – The Red Sky

    The Doomwatch team tackle sound pollution… or is it? In this episode of Fusion Patrol, we revisit the classic British sci-fi series Doomwatch, focusing on its exploration of technological consequences through the fictional Department of Observation and Measurement of Scientific Work. We analyze the character of Dr. Quist, a Nobel laureate grappling with guilt over ... Read more

  7. 04/29/2019

    418 – Doomwatch – Train and De-Train

    In this episode, we explore the “Doomwatch” episode “Train and Detrain,” centering on an investigation into animal deaths linked to a pesticide company. We analyze character dynamics, particularly between Toby Wren and Chief Chemist Ellis, highlighting themes of age discrimination and corporate ethics. The narrative critiques workplace bureaucracy and the human costs of corporate decisions, ... Read more

  8. 05/20/2019

    421 – Doomwatch – The Battery People

    In this episode of Fusion Patrol, we analyze “The Battery People” from Doomwatch, revealing its unsettling exploration of human conditions tied to agricultural practices. Alongside my co-host Ben, we discuss themes of worker exploitation, toxic masculinity, and the darker implications of industrialization on personal relationships. As Quist and the Doomwatch team confront public perception and ... Read more

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Doomwatch is a British science fiction TV series (1970–1972) about a secretive government team that investigates the unintended and often terrifying consequences of advanced science and technology on the environment and society. The stories focus on contemporary issues such as pollution, genetic engineering, and industrial malpractice, making the drama feel like near-future “science fact” rather than pure fantasy. From 2011 to 2020, Fusion Patrol reviewed all existing episodes and movies.

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