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Author: Chesla Wechsler

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Welcome to Podcast Portwenn — celebrating the world of Doc Martin, unofficially.
I’m Chesla Wechsler and we’ll be discussing Doc Martin, the medicine, the mayhem, and the marvelous people of Portwenn.

We'll talk about the show with people who are watching for the first time and people who've seen it all. We'll discuss the characters, the plots, what we appreciate about the show, you name it. Whether it's England or the United States, Doc Martin or Best Medicine, we're here for it.

Check the show notes for spoiler alerts! Doc Martin specific episodes contain spoilers for Best Medicine and are best avoided until you've watched multiple seasons of Best Medicine.

Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.

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In this episode of Podcast Portwenn, we review Doc Martin Season 8, breaking down Louisa and Martin Ellingham's relationship after therapy. ⚠️ Spoilers through Doc Martin Season 8 and Best Medicine.Topics covered:• Martin Ellingham character development• Portwenn happenings• Relationship between Doc Martin and Morwenna• Doc Martin fans taking the show way too seriouslyDoc Martin | Doc Martin review | Doc Martin season | Martin Ellingham | Portwenn | Louisa EllinghamKnow It All Pauline and Chesla dive way too deeply into Doc Martin, using Season 8 as a loose framework. They try to read between the lines, as if this isn't just a TV show and instead a documentary of real people in Portwenn. Pauline even manages to get Chesla to take Louisa's side on several issues. They've never met but the two manage to discuss the show with a great deal of warmth and good humor.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.
In this episode of Podcast Portwenn, we review Best Medicine Season 1 Episode 3, breaking down key moments, character development, and fan reactions.⚠️ Spoilers for Best Medicine Season 1 Episode 3 ReviewTopics covered:• Doc Martin's character development• What might be the cause of Martin Best's phobia• Port Wenn love/hate relationship to Doc Martin• Connections to the original Doc MartinBest Medicine | Best Medicine review | Best Medicine episode | Martin Best | Port Wenn | Doc MartinPodcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains spoilers for Best Medicine.Judy rejoins Chesla to discuss season 8. Have people hammered out their earlier season difficulties, whether it's Martin, Louisa, Bert, Al?Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
We review Best Medicine Episode 2 with viewers who've never seen Doc Martin and those who have. We break down what works, what’s changed, and how it compares to the original British series, while protecting Best Medicine only viewers from Doc Martin spoilers. Best Medicine | Best Medicine review | Doc Martin | Doc Martin adaptation | Best Medicine episodeCome listen to Best Medicine watchers talk about this new Fox show, which was Hulu's top show last week.Patty, Erica, and Doug rejoin as my "Unspoileds", fans who have NOT seen the original Doc Martin. We discuss Best Medicine Season 1 Episode 2. How are things going? Are they hooked or still on the fence? What did they learn and what info are they still looking for?There's then a warning to Best Medicine people who have NOT seen Doc Martin that they should drop, else they might hear Best Medicine spoilers.Finally, Newbie Judy returns with Know it All Chris. Judy has watched Doc Martin through Season 8 and Chris has seen it all. What are there thoughts about the gold standard vs. the new kid on the block?Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains spoilers for Best Medicine.Judy rejoins Chesla to discuss season 7, the Dr. Timoney season. She has an interesting perspective that Chesla hadn't considered before, but considers plausible. They discuss blossoming characters and relationships, the therapy, and the finale with the Wintons.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin #MartinEllingham #MartinClunes #Portwenn #BuffaloPictures
Chesla is joined by three guests who have NOT seen the original Doc Martin to discuss Best Medicine. She finds out what sorts of shows they usually watch, whether they've seen these actors in other things, and then dives into the show. What are their overall impressions? Did they like the acting? The writing? Are they going to keep watching?There's then a warning to Best Medicine people who have NOT seen Doc Martin that they should drop, else they might hear Best Medicine spoilers.Finally, she talks with Newbie Judy, who has watched Doc Martin far enough to be well beyond what happens in the premiere episode of Best Medicine about her impressions. She also shares her own.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#BestMedicine#BestMedicineFoxTV#DocMartin#Portwenn#JoshCharles#AbigailSpencer#AnniePotts#ITV#Fox#BuffaloPictures
In this conversation, Lisa and Chesla explore the themes of therapy and couples counseling as depicted in Season Seven of the show, the "Dr. Rachel Timoney" season. They discuss the importance of communication, the role of resistance in relationships, and the significance of understanding love languages. The conversation delves into the dynamics of Martin and Louisa's relationship, highlighting Martin's vulnerability and growth, as well as Louisa's resistance and frustration. They also touch on the impact of children on relationships and the role of other characters in the therapeutic process. The discussion emphasizes the value of psychoeducation and humor in therapy, and how crisis moments can serve as catalysts for change.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains spoilers for Best Medicine.Newbie Judy rejoins Chesla to talk about Seasons 5 and 6. Judy is completely into the show at this point, and falling in love with the characters. The two discuss who is gone, who is new, and who has returned (and who hasn't). Judy makes her predictions on what she thinks and hopes happens next.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains spoilers for Best Medicine. Pauline rejoins Chesla to talk about Seasons 5 and 6. We cover the co-habitation of season 5 and its fraught final episode. We cover new characters and the return of some old ones, the wedding, and the spiral into depression that leads us to the season 6 conclusion.For both Pauline and Chesla, these seasons contain some favorite moments. And it's fun to see the two, who've never met and are unlikely to, have a really great chat like old friends, because of a TV show.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains Best Medicine spoilers.In this episode, Chesla and Lisa delve into the psychological complexities of the characters in seasons four to six of the show. They explore themes of parenthood, trauma, communication breakdowns, and the impact of past relationships on present dynamics. The conversation highlights Martin's struggles with his emotional vulnerabilities, the role of the village in the characters' lives, and the growth of supporting characters like Ruth and Al. The discussion also touches on the symbolism of the clock and the influence of parental figures on Martin's behavior.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains spoilers for Best Medicine.The cast of Doc Martin is so impressive, it inspires viewers to seek out and watch other shows that the stars have appeared in. I'm joined by Pauline Johnson and we compare notes on what else we have watched.Spoilers through Season 5.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.Here is also a sampling of various Facebook groups dedicated to or mentioning the series that are worth a follow:Doc Martin (Martin Clunes) Fan ClubDoc Martin Series 10 SpoilersDoc Martin Fans USAMartin Clunes / Doc Martin Fan ClubMartin Clunes - Doc Martin Fan Group (S10 Filming Completed July 29, 2022)Fans of Doc Martin and Port IsaacBest Medicine - American Version of Doc MartinBrit TV and Soaps Appreciation Society#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains Best Medicine spoilers.Today we cover Doc Martin Seasons 3 and 4 with Newbie Judy, who returns after her star turn in the first episode of Podcast Portwenn. It's a challenge to not give things away during our discussion.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
Doc Martin specific episode. Contains Best Medicine Spoilers.Lisa Verni joins me to discuss the Psychology of Portwenn, the first of what we hope to be a four-part series. Lisa is a retired psychotherapist fan of the show.Lisa made me think of things differently and it was an enjoyable discussion. I hope you think so too!Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
A Doc Martin specific episode. Contains Best Medicine spoilers.Rob Schorry joins me today to discuss Martin and Louisa in the loose context of Doc Martin seasons 1 and 2. Rob has seen the entire Doc Martin show so there may be aspects of future seasons that inform our discussion.Rob's camera never quite cooperated and his audio dropped out at the end, so apologies in advance for that. Still, the conversation was fun.Our next episode will cover the Psychology of Portwenn, Doc Martin Seasons 1 through 3.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
A Doc Martin specific episode. Contains spoilers for Best Medicine.My first real episode introduces the "Newbie or Know-It-All" Series. Judy is a Newbie, watching Doc Martin for the first time. I get her impressions and some expectations of how she thinks things may go in the future. Our "Season 2" episode will feature a "Know-It-All", someone who has watched the whole series and reflects back.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures
Greetings from a fishing village on the Atlantic Coast. I'm Chesla Wechsler, your host for Podcast Portwenn. I want to introduce you to a new podcast covering the medicine, the mayhem, and the marvelous people of Portwenn, the fictional village of the TV show Doc Martin and Best Medicine.Podcast Portwenn is an independent fan production — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Buffalo Pictures, ITV, Fox, or the creators of Doc Martin or Best Medicine. This is just an unofficial way to celebrate a great show as it gets ready to start the new US adaptation of a British classic.#DocMartin#MartinEllingham#MartinClunes#Portwenn#BuffaloPictures#BestMedicine#MartinBest#JoshCharles
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