Looking Back At LOST

On the 6th anniversary of Looking Back at LOST launching, Matt returns to ponder the legacy of this landmark series--and, perhaps, its future.

A brief flashback.

Well friends, we're at the end: the podcast concludes this week as Matt looks back at the epilogue "The New Man In Charge." The end starts first with listener feedback, then discusses "New Man;" after that, the exit interview... and one last thought before it's time to be moving on.Thanks, everybody!

In this penultimate episode of the podcast, Matt is again joined by Pete as they listen to and review the season 6 musical highlights.

This week, the long look back at the music of LOST continues, as Matt welcomes Pete to hit the greatest hits of seasons 4 and 5!

Though "The End" has come, there's still more to say about LOST: this week, Matt looks back at the music of the first half of the series. Helping out is Pete from the forthcoming Star Trek Essentials podcast and the Agents of SHIELD podcast.

The End is here. This week, Matt looks back on episode 6x18, the second part of "The End." The podcast discusses religious imagery throughout the episode, the multi-faith flavor the final scenes, Hurley's humility as a protector, the tension who leaves the island and who stays, and the awakenings of Locke, Sawyer, Juliet, and of course, Jack.

It's starting to end: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x17, the first part of "The End." The podcast discusses listener questions regarding the show's overall plan, the impact of the real world versus the flashsideways world, and delves into the increasingly complicated yet ordered stories on island and the sideways. 

Places, everyone: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x16, "What They Died For." The podcast discuses the episodes deliberate and somber start, which shifts into a rousing finish; it also discusses Desmond as Christ, Jacob's free will recruitment, and our desire for Hurley to protect the island, despite Jack volunteering.

Flashback, and answers: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x15, "Across the Sea." The podcast discusses this wonderful episode's backstory for Jacob and Smokey... and even seeks to defend the nefarious actions of Mother!

Death, in triplicate: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x14, "The Candidate." The podcast discusses the heavy use of action, the winding sideways story, and the deaths of Sayid, Jin and Sun.

Sometimes, you just can't leave: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x13, "The Last Recruit." The podcast discusses the way this episode slowly starts to connect the sideways stories, Sawyer's move away from Smokey, and Jack's decision to never leave.

Lost love, found: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x12, "Everybody Love Hugo." The podcast discusses the profound and wonderful performances out of Jorge Garcia and Cynthia Watros, the way in which this episode picks up threads from Libby's time on the island in season two, and ponders Desmond and Christ figure.

It's Desmond in every scene--it must be a great episode! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x11, "Happily Ever After." The podcast discusses the unusual amount of information shared in the show, the not-exactly-a-flashsideways, and the theme of love, sweet love.

Can you speak Korean--only Korean? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x10, "The Package." The podcast discusses this multi-facited episode: Smokey going to Hydra island, Sayid being dead inside, Sun and Jin on island, and their complex sideways story.

It's the final flashback! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x09, "Ab Aeterno." The podcast discusses the wonderfully engrossing Richard flashback, the revelation of the island/wine bottle metaphor, and the careful use of the Man in Black.

Good Sawyer or bad Sawyer? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x08, "Recon." The podcast discusses the captivating Sawyer flash sideways, the return of Charlotte, Detectives Ford and Straume, Smokey Locke as a strange poppa, the Claire/Kate make-up, and much more.

Is Ben a sinner or saint? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x07, "Dr. Linus." The podcast discusses the kind altruism of Dr. Linus, contrasted by the desperate island Ben; also discussed, this episode as prologue for the upcoming Richard episode.

See Sayid do bad things with a knife, gun, and pool: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x06, "Sundown." The podcast discusses this under-appreciated gem of an episode which includes creepy and creaky Claire, somber Sayid, and sinister Smokey.

Reflect on yourself: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x05, "Lighthouse." The podcast discusses the return of huffy Jack, Hurley's new responsibilities, craaazy Claire, and ponders Dogen's flashsideways message.

Could Locke have been happy? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x04, "The Substitute." The podcast discusses the flashsideways Locke and his apparently defeatist yet happy life; it also discusses Smokey Locke's "call of the gold," with which he tries to ensnare Sawyer....

Run, Kate, Run! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x03, "What Kate Does." The podcast discusses the Kate/Claire connection in the flashsideways (convenient writing or a sign of things to come?), eyes a few afterlife clues, and ponders Dogen and the temple goings-on.

Everyone dead, into the pool! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x02, "LA X, Part 2." The podcast discusses the different pace in this episode compared with 6x01, ponders the nature of the temple pool, and explores flashsideways connections.

Flight 815 never crashed... or did it?  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 6x01, "LA X, Part 1." The podcast discusses the shocking reveal of the flashsideways, the slow rollout of Juliet's death, the return of old friends (like Charlie!) and absent friends (like Shannon).

Flashsideways and the final season: this week Matt looks ahead at season 6; joining him is Pete from the PhGeek Pop Culture Podcast. They discuss memories and anticipations of the final season.

Season five closes with one question: can we escape our fate? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x17, "The Incident, Part 2." The podcast discusses the end of our time with Dharma, Miles' warning about the future, Juliet's sacrifice and much more.

Ready to dismantle the bomb?  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x16, "The Incident, Part 1." The podcast discusses Locke's manipulation of Ben, Kate's wavering, and Jack's faithful ways.

Who's got the compass?  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x15, "Follow the Leader." The podcast discusses the sneering portrayal of sneaky Smokey Locke, the machinations of the episode to prepare for the season finale, and the cute compass conundrum.

This week, the series pauses as Matt looks back at the podcast's two year mark; joining him is Pete from the PhGeek Pop Culture Podcast.  They discuss the origins of the podcast, respond to feedback from listeners, and ponder what comes after The End and 8/15/2013.

It's never too early to think about mother's day: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x14, "The Variable." The podcast discusses Daniel's fantastic presentation, the breakneck speed to the episode, the Desmond/Penny affirmation of life and love, and the dark implications of Dan's death.

Get your Darth Vader metaphor ready: this wee, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x13, "Some Like It Hoth." The podcast discusses the dark shades of this episode, including Roger's beer-fuled rage and especially the daddy issues that motivate Miles.

Some episodes are under appreciated--like this one: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x12, "Dead Is Dead." The podcast discusses the tightrope walked by the subtle Smokey, considers the ups and downs of Ben's various flashbacks, and looks at Ben's deal with the devil.

Can Kate be the best mom possible? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x11, "Whatever Happened, Happened." The podcast discusses the curious Kate flashback, the Hurley/Miles time talks, and the fate of young Ben's soul.

The Sayid spiral downward beings: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x10, "He's Our You." The podcast discusses young Ben's sympathetic portrayal, Sayid's trip, and the shocking, daring ending.

Get ready for the group photo: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x09, "Namaste." The podcast discusses the Sun/Jin undercurrent, Sawyer playing double duty as himself and Jim LaFleur, and the integration of our Oceanic heroes into the Dharma Initiative.

We've got to get back... to the Dharma Initiative!  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x08, "LaFleur." The podcast discusses Sawyers great con, the burgeoning romance betwixt him and his Juliet, and the brilliant, unfolding story.

Is that a bone sticking out of your leg, or are you just happy to see Widmore?  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x07, "The Life and Death of Jeremy Bentham." The podcast discusses the end of the character of John Locke, the secret emergence of Smokey Locke, and Ben's dirty deed.

We have to go back? Tonight we do: Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x06, "316." The podcast discusses the Ben beat-up mystery, Eloise's masterful exposition, and the return of our heroes to the island.

It's all about the ring: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x05, "This Place Is Death." The podcast discusses Jin's ring, Ben's maneuvering with it, the death of the French, and Locke's encounter with Smokey Christian.

Ready for a jam-packed episode? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x04, "The Little Prince." The podcast discusses the island time jumping story, the 2007 Searcher kickoff, the multifaceted LA story, and more!

Your thermonuclear bomb leaking? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x03, "Jughead."  The podcast discusses the Widmore reveal, time travel troubles, and more.

Secrets, secrets, are no fun....  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x02, "The Lie." The podcast discusses the wonderful, mammoth LA storyline, briefly ponders Frogurt as the new Arzt, and praises the brief return of Ana Lucia.

Skip like a record:  this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 5x01, "Because You Left." The podcast discusses the fantastic start to season five, the time travel conundrums, and looks at Daniel's extended metaphors.

Hurricane Sandy be darned: this week, Matt looks back at season 5, ahead of delving into those episode.  It's a short podcast... but made for you!

Move the island: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x14, "There's No Place Like Home, Part 3." The podcast discusses the climax of season four, the reappearance of Penny, and the unconventional end to the season storyline.

Get to the chopper!  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x13, "There's No Place Like Home, Part 2." The podcast discusses the near-complete forming of the to-be Oceanic 6, the not-quite-dead Keamy, and his awesome fight with Sayid.

The Oceanic Six are home: but at what cost?  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x12, "There's No Place Like Home, Part 1." The podcast discusses the O6 guilty lies, the island forming (and unforming) of those six, and the wonderful Giacchino montage at the end.

Cut down the tree, then cut down the tree again: this week, Matt looks at LOST episode 4x11, "Cabin Fever." The podcast discusses the trippy Horace dream, the foreshadowing of the Hurley and Ben island time, and the ascension of Keamy as the new man in charge (of the freighter."

Take a chill pill: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x10, "Something Nice Back Home." The podcast discusses the rollicking island appendicitis, Jack's compelling flashforward slide to substance abuse, and explores who island Christian and flashfoward Christian really are.

Grab your parka, because it's going to be a cold time in the hot desert tonight!  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x09, "The Shape of Things to Come." The podcast discusses the flashfoward, "007" Ben versus the morning on-island father, as well as whether he tried to hook Sayid into being his minion... or not.

TV... on a phone? This week, Matt looks back at the LOST "Missing Pieces" mobisodes/webisodes, and I doesn't do it alone: Pete from The REVOLUTION Podcast by PhGeek.com stops by to give his expert knowledge.  We discuss the varying cinematic and story qualities to the mobisodes, and reflect back to the simpler time where watchin' TV on your phone sounded like crazy talk! Like what you hear?  You might enjoy our REVOLUTION Podcast; check RevolutionPodcast.net for more info.