Really, Karl? Hmm, I dont know about that.
I would say do your best with the Eccleston episodes. I agree that they start of slow, but like I said in the podcast, once it gets near the middle and you get episodes like The Empty Child or even Father's Day, it really starts to go. His episodes help pave the way for the Tennant years, and I think they are worth seeing.
Starting with Matt Smith and season 5 isn't bad, but there are so many great stories to be had with the Tennant seasons. And though it doesn't happen too often, there are some references in the Matt Smith episodes to Tennant episodes. Besides, can you imagine watching season 5 without having seen Blink or Forest of the Dead? Those are essential, particularly the latter.
Sundoulos, I say tough it out with the Eccleston season. It really gets better as it goes along, and once David Tennant comes along, you'll be hooked. Trust me.