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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
The **QME Wiki** is expertly administered and curated by **The Quincy Examiner webmaster**, serving as both steward and storyteller of the beloved *Quincy, M.E.* series. Drawing on the authority of *The Quincy Examiner* website (which launched on October 3, 1996, the webmaster ensures that the spirit, nuance, and legacy of Jack Klugman’s iconic coroner live on.
The **Quincy Examiner Wiki and website** represent a long-standing, community-centered tribute to *Quincy, M.E.*, the socially-conscious medical drama that aired from 1976 to 1983. Established on **October 3, 1996**, the site has remained continuously active for nearly three decades, thanks to the shared efforts of fans, contributors, and supporters from around the world.


== A Passionate Steward ==
== A Collective Vision ==
From the outset, the webmaster’s vision has been clear: treat Quincy not merely as entertainment, but as an enduring social commentary. As stated on the "About" page:
What began as an episode guide has evolved into a multi-layered archive — a space where critical thinking, nostalgia, and public health awareness converge. At its heart, the Quincy Examiner project operates on the belief that good television drama, especially one as forward-thinking as *Quincy, M.E.*, deserves to be remembered, studied, and shared.


“Quincy represents a style of good television drama writing … this site has been designed as something of a haven for the Quincy fanatic.
From the earliest entries to its most recent additions, this project has been powered not by any one person, but by a **collaborative network of Quincy enthusiasts** who donate, comment, write, share, and fact-check. Together, they’ve preserved more than just a television series — they’ve sustained a legacy of civic-minded storytelling.


This sense of mission—coupled with years of site dedicated support apart—demonstrates a deep, ongoing love for the show, characters and actors of the series.
== What We’ve Built Together ==
Over the years, the Quincy community has contributed to an ever-expanding catalog that includes:
* **Season-by-season episode synopses**, with thoughtful editorial commentary
* **Character biographies**, guest star credits, and trivia entries
* **Behind-the-scenes scans** of press kits, newspaper articles, and production stills
* Reflections on the show’s impact on topics like public health, elder care, women’s rights, and medical ethics
* First-person fan stories, including set visits, letters from crew members, and childhood memories of watching Quincy with family


== Fan‑Driven Ecosystem ==
Each submission, citation, and memory has helped shape this digital archive into a richer, more dynamic place for fans old and new.
The webmaster fosters a vibrant fan community through multiple platforms:


* **Linktree** acts as a central hub, connecting fans to *The Quincy Examiner* website, social media (Facebook, Instagram, Mastodon, Bluesky, X, Threads, YouTube), and the **Buy Me a Coffee** funding page.
== The Spirit of Shared Stewardship ==
While the project maintains consistent editorial guidance, the tone and direction of the wiki have been shaped collectively by contributors across forums, email threads, social media channels, and the main site. Updates often come from:
* Fans who spot a rare episode variant or location shoot
* Researchers who dig up forgotten interviews or publications
* Viewers who contribute insights about medical topics and legal episodes
* Social media followers who submit screenshots, quotes, or media clips


* The **Buy Me a Coffee** page invites and encourages long-time fans to support site upkeep with a friendly “coffee” donation (approximately $3 each), directly fueling fresh episodes reviews, archival exploration, and technical enhancements requiring dues, and website server upkeep renewals. If you like what we do, support us! Even a small one-time donation can help with both entertaining and informing Quincy viewership for years to come.
This truly is a **shared act of digital preservation**. The strength of the Quincy Examiner project lies in the community that surrounds it — thoughtful, loyal, engaged, and always curious.


== Editorial & Community Highlights ==
== Staying Connected: Linktree & Community Channels ==
Over decades, the webmaster has built something more than just a wiki:
To help fans find everything in one place, the Quincy Examiner uses [Linktree](https://linktree.com/QuincyExaminer), a central hub that connects visitors to:
* The main website and Wiki
* Podcast features and interviews
* Social media feeds (Facebook, Mastodon, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, Instagram)
* The official [Buy Me a Coffee page](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/QuincyExaminer)


* A **rich episode archive**, spanning full-season guides from 1976–1983, with expert analysis under headers like *“Murder on Ice”* and thematic deep dives :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
These links aren’t just digital breadcrumbs — they’re portals to the community. They help keep the dialogue going, welcome new fans, and surface overlooked pieces of Quincy’s story.
* A **For the Fans by Fans** section showcasing heartfelt community stories—like a crew member’s visit to the LA coroner’s office (Robert Crais) and an emotional set visit with Jack Klugman in 1979 (Steve Vertlieb) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
* Exclusive **trivia**, such as Quincy’s sailboat, “Fiji,” from the episode *“Hit and Run at Danny’s”* :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.


== Governance & Stewardship ==
== How to Support the Mission ==
Under the webmaster’s guidance, the QME Wiki and broader site maintain strong standards:
Fans who wish to support the site’s ongoing development are invited to make small, one-time donations through [Buy Me a Coffee](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/QuincyExaminer). This helps cover:
* Server and hosting costs
* Site maintenance and tech improvements
* Archival tools, media scans, and upgrades to wiki structure
* Outreach to guests, collaborators, and experts who share Quincy memories


* **Curation by invitation**—editing remains restricted to admins, preserving page integrity and scholarly tone.
Even small gestures go a long way. Many of the site's biggest leaps — from mobile-friendly pages to rare media rescans — were made possible by community support.
* **Content protection**—copyrighted materials are used under fair‑use for educational critique, with a clear disclaimer citing NBCUniversal ownership.
* **Fan engagement**—contributors connect via contact forms and are encouraged to share memories or questions, ensuring the community stays alive and engaged


== Support & Patronage ==
== A Wiki in Motion ==
The webmaster's open invitation for support reflects how small contributions fuel big creativity:
The Quincy Wiki is not a static museum — it’s a living, evolving space. Every episode rewatch, every fan memory, and every fresh discovery helps update the record. Pages are revised not by decree, but through respectful collaboration and crowdsourced attention to detail.


> “If you find it possible to support my small screen critiquing … via a small donation at my Buy Me a Coffee page … I’ll be eternally thankful.” :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Editorial standards are in place to keep things coherent and consistent, but the heartbeat of the wiki is — and always will be — the fans who show up to contribute, connect, or even just read and remember.


Even a few “coffees” can help maintain server costs, upgrade interactive features, and enable dedicated Quincy research.
== A Shared Legacy ==
What makes this project endure isn’t just the subject matter — it’s the collective recognition that *Quincy, M.E.* matters. The show’s commitment to moral clarity, social justice, and medical truth-telling continues to inspire. And the Examiner community ensures that those themes aren’t forgotten.


== Why Fans Are Drawn Here ==
Together, fans have preserved:
The QME Wiki offers a “home base” for Quincy fans—no-nonsense, socially aware, respectful, and deeply informed. It appeals to:
* The cultural significance of episodes like “Seldom Silent, Never Heard,” “Give Me Your Weak,and “Let Me Light the Way”
* The pioneering influence of Jack Klugman and the show's writers in public health policy
* The underappreciated realism of 1970s television production
* The emotional and ethical core of a character who refused to stay silent in the face of injustice


* **Nostalgia seekers**, diving into era‑specific episodes and guest stars.
== Final Thoughts ==
* **Curious minds**, intrigued by production tales and real‑world coroner parallels.
The Quincy Examiner is more than a site — it’s a community-driven tribute to a series that mattered. Thanks to fans, contributors, and supporters, this project continues to grow stronger each year. Whether you stop by to relive an old favorite, uncover something new, or offer a helping hand — you’re part of the team.
* **Community builders**, swapping memories or trivia via robust fan‑for‑fan collections.


== Expanded Contributions ==
Welcome to the Examiner. Let’s keep building it together.
Since its relaunch in 2020, the webmaster has significantly expanded the site’s content:
 
* Updated **Blu‑ray campaign coverage**, outlining fan‑led pushes for higher-quality releases :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}.
* Regular deep‑dive articles on *Quincy* humor, guest‑stars, broader cultural context, and cast legacies :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}.
* Enhanced archival features (press stills, trivia logs), interactive FAQ sections, and regular episode reviews.
 
== In Summary ==
The **Linktree/Buy Me a Coffee** portal encapsulates how The Quincy Examiner webmaster bridges passion with action: fans can easily access the site, follow social channels, engage with community features, and directly support the ongoing archival mission. The result is a curator-run haven where Quincy, M.E. fans—both nostalgic and new—can explore, reminisce, and grow together under one dedicated banner.

Latest revision as of 22:10, 10 July 2025

Support what we do...
If you found the site helpful, consider supporting what we do!


Introduction

The **Quincy Examiner Wiki and website** represent a long-standing, community-centered tribute to *Quincy, M.E.*, the socially-conscious medical drama that aired from 1976 to 1983. Established on **October 3, 1996**, the site has remained continuously active for nearly three decades, thanks to the shared efforts of fans, contributors, and supporters from around the world.

A Collective Vision

What began as an episode guide has evolved into a multi-layered archive — a space where critical thinking, nostalgia, and public health awareness converge. At its heart, the Quincy Examiner project operates on the belief that good television drama, especially one as forward-thinking as *Quincy, M.E.*, deserves to be remembered, studied, and shared.

From the earliest entries to its most recent additions, this project has been powered not by any one person, but by a **collaborative network of Quincy enthusiasts** who donate, comment, write, share, and fact-check. Together, they’ve preserved more than just a television series — they’ve sustained a legacy of civic-minded storytelling.

What We’ve Built Together

Over the years, the Quincy community has contributed to an ever-expanding catalog that includes:

  • **Season-by-season episode synopses**, with thoughtful editorial commentary
  • **Character biographies**, guest star credits, and trivia entries
  • **Behind-the-scenes scans** of press kits, newspaper articles, and production stills
  • Reflections on the show’s impact on topics like public health, elder care, women’s rights, and medical ethics
  • First-person fan stories, including set visits, letters from crew members, and childhood memories of watching Quincy with family

Each submission, citation, and memory has helped shape this digital archive into a richer, more dynamic place for fans old and new.

The Spirit of Shared Stewardship

While the project maintains consistent editorial guidance, the tone and direction of the wiki have been shaped collectively by contributors across forums, email threads, social media channels, and the main site. Updates often come from:

  • Fans who spot a rare episode variant or location shoot
  • Researchers who dig up forgotten interviews or publications
  • Viewers who contribute insights about medical topics and legal episodes
  • Social media followers who submit screenshots, quotes, or media clips

This truly is a **shared act of digital preservation**. The strength of the Quincy Examiner project lies in the community that surrounds it — thoughtful, loyal, engaged, and always curious.

Staying Connected: Linktree & Community Channels

To help fans find everything in one place, the Quincy Examiner uses [Linktree](https://linktree.com/QuincyExaminer), a central hub that connects visitors to:

  • The main website and Wiki
  • Podcast features and interviews
  • Social media feeds (Facebook, Mastodon, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, Instagram)
  • The official [Buy Me a Coffee page](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/QuincyExaminer)

These links aren’t just digital breadcrumbs — they’re portals to the community. They help keep the dialogue going, welcome new fans, and surface overlooked pieces of Quincy’s story.

How to Support the Mission

Fans who wish to support the site’s ongoing development are invited to make small, one-time donations through [Buy Me a Coffee](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/QuincyExaminer). This helps cover:

  • Server and hosting costs
  • Site maintenance and tech improvements
  • Archival tools, media scans, and upgrades to wiki structure
  • Outreach to guests, collaborators, and experts who share Quincy memories

Even small gestures go a long way. Many of the site's biggest leaps — from mobile-friendly pages to rare media rescans — were made possible by community support.

A Wiki in Motion

The Quincy Wiki is not a static museum — it’s a living, evolving space. Every episode rewatch, every fan memory, and every fresh discovery helps update the record. Pages are revised not by decree, but through respectful collaboration and crowdsourced attention to detail.

Editorial standards are in place to keep things coherent and consistent, but the heartbeat of the wiki is — and always will be — the fans who show up to contribute, connect, or even just read and remember.

A Shared Legacy

What makes this project endure isn’t just the subject matter — it’s the collective recognition that *Quincy, M.E.* matters. The show’s commitment to moral clarity, social justice, and medical truth-telling continues to inspire. And the Examiner community ensures that those themes aren’t forgotten.

Together, fans have preserved:

  • The cultural significance of episodes like “Seldom Silent, Never Heard,” “Give Me Your Weak,” and “Let Me Light the Way”
  • The pioneering influence of Jack Klugman and the show's writers in public health policy
  • The underappreciated realism of 1970s television production
  • The emotional and ethical core of a character who refused to stay silent in the face of injustice

Final Thoughts

The Quincy Examiner is more than a site — it’s a community-driven tribute to a series that mattered. Thanks to fans, contributors, and supporters, this project continues to grow stronger each year. Whether you stop by to relive an old favorite, uncover something new, or offer a helping hand — you’re part of the team.

Welcome to the Examiner. Let’s keep building it together.

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