3. Wiki Some Of The History
A self-proclaimed Whovian who cannot at least name the actor who played "the one with the scarf" will stick out like a sore thumb in a crowd of Doctor Who know-it-alls. But it's alright because we Whovians are certainly a friendly bunch. Nonetheless, with fifty years of stories reaching through decades of television, books, and radio plays, including episodes of the classic series that are missing, there is so much lore and mythology to learn. I say go to Wikipedia, search 'Doctor Who' and start clicking those blue links. Learn everything that you can because I promise you, this Saturday, there will be so many tiny nuances and references to the past fifty years you are going to want to make a drinking game out of it. Now, this is not meant as a substitute for watching the actual series because they spectacular. But with hundreds of episodes (and some missing), there is a lot to take in. Learn more about the Doctor, his villains, and companions than you ever thought was out there. Catch up on classic serials, find out how the second Doctor regenerated, or who the Valeyard is. Wikipedia, or just the internet in general, is a treasure trove of Doctor Who information. Oh, let us not forget right here at your very own WhatCulture. I have been spending a good amount of time recently clicking away at list of the best stories from each Doctor and speculations of what may happen during the 50th anniversary. Do yourself a favor and get to know more about Who and impress someone around you.