LOST Podcast: The Transmission

It was a year ago that "LOST" left the airwaves. Though it clearly took us far too long to say goodbye, there's perhaps no better time than now to do so, looking back on the six-year spectacular run of our favorite TV show ever. For those still listening, thank you, and mahalo for being a part of this amazing journey.

For the third year in a row, we joined Jay & Jack on their “LOST Podcasting” panel at the San Diego Comic-Con. Over 100 people filled the Santa Rosa Room at the Marriott to talk about the end of “LOST,” and its possible future.

Before the final curtain falls on “The Transmission,” we’re making a last-minute pilgrimage to Comic-Con in San Diego this week to see old friends, make new ones, and collect the last “LOST” stories being told at the annual “Geek Prom.” If you’ll be there, we hope to connect with you. Track us on Twitter (@hawaii and @mrshawaii), or send us a text message at the LOSTline at 815-310-0808.

In our penultimate podcast, we take our traditional look back at the last season as a whole. We review our favorite moments from each episode of Season Six, evaluate how each character turned out in the end, and choose our favorite episodes. Then, we turn it over to "You All Everybody" for a your take on the final season of "LOST." We pay tribute to the late Nunu, then lay out our plans for the last episode of "The Transmission." Finally, we hear from The Others LOST Band with their song, "Let Go."

After spending a week rewatching and rethinking "The End," we revisit the series finale of "LOST" with a full podcast. Much of our initial reaction stands, but taking in the bigger picture reveals some new ideas and nagging questions. After our take, we turn it over to You All Everybody for a mix of reactions, from satisfaction to disappointment. And we close the show with "I'll Never Be LOST Again," a hip-hop tribute to the final season of "LOST" by Injustice League.

The end of “LOST.” Six seasons, over 120 hours, culminating in the two-and-a-half hour series finale, “The End.” We can’t believe we’re here. And we’re still struggling to process this final episode. This is our initial reaction “shortwave transmission.” But the full exploration of “The End” will come in our May 30 podcast. Please share your reaction and join the conversation by commenting below. Stay with us. Talk to us. Hold us!

“While Locke devises a new strategy, Jack’s group searches for Desmond.” For this penultimate episode of “LOST,” we’re posting a “shortwave transmission,” a shorter, initial reactions podcast, rather than our usual blog entry. We skip the recap and get straight to our take, then share the first few calls to come in on the LOSTLine.

This edition of "The Transmission" tackes "Across the Sea," the controversial fifteenth episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to our brilliant listeners in "You All Everybody." We discuss our plans for our last few podcasts, then play the latest track from The Others LOST Band. Finally, in the "Forward Cabin," we hear from a fan who has already seen the upcoming episode of "LOST." At the end of the show, we include a sweet tribute sent to us by our fellow podcasters on the Lost Podcasting Network. Sniff!

After a week off, this edition of "The Transmission" covers "The Candidate," the unforgettable fourteenth episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to our brilliant listeners in "You All Everybody." We discuss our plans for our last few podcasts, then play the latest track from "The Others LOST Band." Finally, in a tiny "Forward Cabin," we look at what's coming up on "LOST."

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "The Last Recruit," the thirteenth episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to our brilliant listeners in "You All Everybody." After the latest track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the very last week of "LOST" production in the "Forward Cabin."

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "Everybody Loves Hugo," the twelfth episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. After a special musical treat from a "Transmission" listener, we report on the last week of production in the "Forward Cabin."

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "Happily Ever After," the eleventh episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last week of production in the "Forward Cabin."

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "The Package," the tenth episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last week of production in the "Forward Cabin."

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "Ab Aeterno," the ninth episode of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then we turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last week of production in the "Forward Cabin."

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "Recon," the eighth hour and midpoint of Season 6. We share our thoughts, including notes on Lost filming locations. Then we turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last three weeks of production in the "Forward Cabin."

"Ben deals with the consequences of an uncovered lie." Instead of our regular blog post, this week we posted a "Shortwave Transmission" initial reactions podcast, as Ryan will soon be off the island. We include some calls from the LOSTLine, as well as the latest track from The Others LOST Band. We're hoping "You All Everybody" can keep the conversation going on the blog. What did you think of "Dr. Linus"?

This edition of “The Transmission” covers “Lighthouse,” the fifth hour of Season 6 (and the 108th episode of “LOST”). We share our thoughts, including notes on Lost Filming Locations. Then we turn it over to “You All Everybody,” our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last week of production in the “Forward Cabin.” Be forewarned that this week's spoilers are unusually detailed.

This edition of "The Transmission" covers "The Substitute," the fourth hour of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last week of production in the "Forward Cabin."

This edition of “The Transmission” covers “What Kate Does,” the third hour of Season 6. We share our thoughts, then turn it over to “You All Everybody,” our brilliant listeners. After a new track from The Others LOST Band, we report on the last week of production in the “Forward Cabin.”

This special, super-sized two-hour edition of "The Transmission" covers the two-part season premiere episode, "LA X." We share our thoughts, then turn it over to "You All Everybody," our brilliant listeners. Finally, in the "Forward Cabin," exclusive reports on the last two weeks of "LOST" filming here on "The Island."

This special episode of "The Transmission" takes a look at several of the unanswered questions fans have as we head into the sixth and final season of "LOST." Then, we give away several great prizes to listeners who followed along with our Season 3 review last year. We share a song from "Barenaked Hurley," who's about to start a new "LOST" podcast. Finally, in the "Forward Cabin," extensive reports on the first two weeks of "LOST" filming for 2010.

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at "Through the Looking Glass," the two-part Season 3 finale of "LOST." We recap the episode in under eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." We outline our plan for our last hiatus podcast in mid-January, then share another song by The Others LOST Band. Finally, we report on the last week of production for 2009.

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at the next three episodes of Season 3 of "LOST": "The Brig," "The Man Behind the Curtain," and "Greatest Hits." We recap the episodes in eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." We share another song by The Others LOST Band. Finally, we report on the last two weeks of production here on The Island.

This special edition of “The Transmission” shares audio from the Hawaii International Film Festival’s “Celebration of LOST.” Specifically, “Master Class 3: Costume and Props.” The panel featured costume designer Roland Sanchez and Property Master Robert Kyker, and was moderated by HIFF program director Anderson Le. This session, Jen’s favorite of the three, featured the most audience Q&A… but that means more of the audio may be hard to hear. Even so, we’re sure you’ll enjoy the colorful stories.

This episode of “The Transmission” looks back at the next three episodes of Season 3 of “LOST”: “One of Us,” “Catch-22,” and “D.O.C.” We recap the episodes in under ten minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in “You All Everybody.” We announce two new prizes for our January hiatus giveaway (the special edition “Dharma Initiation Kit” Season 5 DVD box set, courtesy Buena Vista Home Entertainment, and a rare item from the DamonCarltonandaPolarBear.com pseudo-ARG). We share another song by The Others LOST Band. Finally, we report on the last three weeks of production here on The Island, including an audio clip from the set during a car stunt.

This special edition of “The Transmission” shares audio from the Hawaii International Film Festival’s “Celebration of LOST.” Specifically, “Master Class 2: Bringing the Design of Each Episode Together.” After an introduction by HIFF Director Chuck Boller, we hear from Production Designer Zack Grobler, Director of Photography John Bartley, Construction Coordinator Michael Crowe, and Location Manger and Associate Producer Jim Triplett. The session was moderated by Honolulu Star-Bulletin writer Katherine Nichols, and included a few clips, and several questions from the audience.

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at the next three episodes of Season 3 of "LOST": "The Man from Tallahassee," "Expose," and "Left Behind." We recap the episodes in eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." We share another song by The Others LOST Band (performing live at The New England Fan Experience on Nov. 13). Finally, we report on the last three weeks of production here on The Island.

This special edition of "The Transmission" shares audio from the Hawaii International Film Festival's "Celebration of LOST." Specifically, "Master Class 1: Producing and Directing a Hit Show." After an introduction by HIFF Director Chuck Boller, we hear from Co-Executive Producer Jean Higgins and Honolulu film commissioner Walea Constantinau. The session included a few clips, and several questions from the audience. (Please pardon the weak audio during the Q&A.) Coming soon, two more "LOST" master classes!

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at the next three episodes of Season 3 of "LOST": "Tricia Tanaka is Dead," "Enter 77," and "Par Avion." We recap the episodes in eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." Special thanks to Nikki Stafford, author of "Finding Lost: The Unofficial Guide," for donating a copy of her latest book to our rewatch giveaway. We share another song by The Others LOST Band (performing live at The New England Fan Experience on Nov. 13). Finally, we report on the last three weeks of production here on The Island.

This special edition of "The Transmission" brings you along with us to a special "Evening with Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse," the main event in the Hawaii International Film Festival's day-long celebration of "LOST." Special guests included Jack Bender, Jean Higgins, Yunjin Kim, Terry O'Quinn, Jorge Garcia and Michael Emerson. The program started with the presentation of two film festival awards, and included a few clips from the show (edited down for the podcast).

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at the next three episodes of Season 3 of "LOST": "Not in Portland," "Flashes Before Your Eyes," and "Stranger in a Strange Land." We recap the episodes in eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." We share another song by The Others LOST Band. Finally, we report on the last two weeks of production here on The Island.

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at the next three episodes of Season 3 of "LOST": "Every Man for Himself," "The Cost of Living," and "I Do." We recap the episodes in eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." We share another song by "The Others LOST Band." Finally, we report on the last two weeks of production here on The Island, including some never-before-published details from the set.

This episode of "The Transmission" looks back at the first three episodes of Season 3 of "LOST": "A Tale of Two Cities," "The Glass Ballerina," and "Further Instructions." We recap the episodes in under eight minutes, then share our take. Next, listener feedback in "You All Everybody." We announce a new prize for our Season 3 review giveaway, and share a song by The Others LOST Band. Finally, we report on the first two weeks of production here on The Island.

This long overdue episode of “The Transmission” looks back at Comic-Con and the aftermath (including “Mysteries of the Universe,” “LOST” University, and DamonCarltonandaPolarBear.com), looks ahead to our Season 3 Review (and the start of production for Season 6), and announces the Benjamin Linus bobble-head doll giveaway.

Audio from the "LOST" Panel in Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con 2009, Saturday, July 25, 2009. Damon Lindelof and and Carlton Cuse take fan questions and welcome special guests Jorge Garcia, Michael Emerson, Nestor Carbonell, Josh Holloway, and Dominic Monaghan.

A short podcast for Day 2 of Comic-Con, checking in with some of our friends. Jay and Jack from The LOST Podcast with Jay and Jack and NuDia.TV, Colleen McAllister of ChuckCast and YuBlog.org, Ralph of The Lostiles, and Cliff, a.k.a. "The Hybrid." Coming to you almost live from the vast Sails Pavilion at the San Diego Convention Center.

Jen and Ryan cover the first full day of Comic-Con 2009. A visit to the "LOST" auction booth on the expo floor, then four consecutive panels in Ballroom 20: Entertainment Weekly's "Wonder Women" (Elizabeth Mitchell, Sigourney Weaver, Zoe Saldana and Eliza Dushku), Burn Notice, Psych, and Dexter. Then, "Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog"!

Jen and Ryan recount their first day in San Diego for Comic-Con, including "Preview Night" presentations of "V" (starring Elizabeth Mitchell) and "The Vampire Diaries" (starring Ian Somerhalder). Also, the limited edition Ben Linus bobblehead doll, Hash House A Go Go, In-and-Out Burger, and connecting with other "LOST" fans, bloggers, and podcasters.

This special 90-minute episode of "The Transmission" takes a look at Season Five. Together with our brilliant listeners, we cover our favorite (and not so favorite) episodes and moments of the penultimate season of "LOST," and look ahead to the next and final season airing in 2010. Then, in the Forward Cabin, we share our plans for Comic-Con, which begins in just a few days!

This super-sized episode of "The Transmission" takes a look at "The Incident," the two-hour season finale of the fifth season of "LOST." Given the long, dark hiatus that lies ahead, we included an extra large helping of our own analysis, and a double order of "You All Everybody" -- feedback and theories from our brilliant listeners and readers.

This episode of "The Transmission" takes a look at the fifteenth (penultimate!) episode of Season 5, "Follow the Leader." We recap the story in under eight minutes, then spend some time discussing it in greater depth. Then, we turn it over to You All Everybody, our brilliant listeners and readers. Then, in the Forward Cabin, we take a quick look at the season finale.