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The Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic GeekDaredevil: Born Again -- 109 "Straight to Hell"With Matt on the mend, Fisk ratchets up control of the city. Matt and Pete descend into episode 9, “Straight to Hell.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP32025-04-1900 min
The Daredevil: Born Again Podcast by Phantastic Geek109 "Straight to Hell"With Matt on the mend, Fisk ratchets up control of the city. Matt and Pete descend into episode 9, “Straight to Hell.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
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2025-04-1900 minThe Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic GeekDaredevil: Born Again -- 108 "Isle of Joy"As Bullseye is moved to gen. pop., Matt must determine if he will make a deal with the devil. Matt and Pete journey to episode 8, “Isle of Joy.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP32025-04-1200 minThe Daredevil: Born Again Podcast by Phantastic Geek108 "Isle of Joy"As Bullseye is moved to gen. pop., Matt must determine if he will make a deal with the devil. Matt and Pete journey to episode 8, “Isle of Joy.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
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2025-04-1200 minThe Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic GeekDaredevil: Born Again -- 105 "With Interest" and 106 "Excessive Force"Matt Murdock becomes a hostage in a bank robbery before he and Wilson Fisk mirror each other. Matt and Pete do a double dip of Daredevil with episode 5, “With Interest” and episode 6, “Excessive Force.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP32025-03-3000 minThe Daredevil: Born Again Podcast by Phantastic Geek105 "With Interest" and 106 "Excessive Force"Matt Murdock becomes a hostage in a bank robbery before he and Wilson Fisk mirror each other. Matt and Pete do a double dip of Daredevil with episode 5, “With Interest” and episode 6, “Excessive Force.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
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2025-03-3000 minThe Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic GeekDaredevil: Born Again -- 104 "Sic Semper Systema"Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk contemplate their better angels and face their demons over the course of one day in New York City. Matt and Pete navigate episode 4, “Sic Semper Systema.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP32025-03-2200 minThe Daredevil: Born Again Podcast by Phantastic Geek104 "Sic Semper Systema"Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk contemplate their better angels and face their demons over the course of one day in New York City. Matt and Pete navigate episode 4, “Sic Semper Systema.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing PhantasticGeek@gmail.com, commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3
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The Mandalorian Podcast by Phantastic GeekChapter 8: RedemptionThe Mandalorian is in a jam and has to rely on others to help find a way out. Matt and Pete are ready for the season-ending Chapter 8, “Redemption.”The circle is complete. The trio of trilogies about a family and friends a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away comes to an epic conclusion. Matt and Pete break down “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.”MP3Apple Podcasts2019-12-2900 min
The Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek311 "Reunion"In the wake of the siege on Clinton Church, Matt and Karen must find a way to escape as the FBI closes in. Elsewhere, Fisk looks to reacquired the finer things. Matt and Pete get together for episode 311, “Reunion.”
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iTunes2018-11-1100 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek309 "Revelations"Matt Murdock turns his righteous anger on Sister Maggie and Father Lantom. Meanwhile, the FBI isn’t exactly what it used to be. Matt and Pete examine episode 309, “Revelations.”
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iTunes2018-11-0700 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek301 "Resurrection"In the aftermath of his presumed death, Matt Murdock winds up in the care of tougher-than-nails nun Sister Maggie. Karen can’t turn the page, despite Foggy’s encouragement. And for FBI Special Agent Ray Nadeem, this deal is getting worse all the time. Matt and Pete bear witness to episode 301, “Resurrection.”
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The Defenders Podcast by Phantastic Geek107 "Fish in the Jailhouse"As Matt, Jessica, and Luke head out on a desperate search, Colleen and Claire debate heroism. But can Elektra turn Iron Fist into a key? Pete and the other Matt unlock episode 107, "Fish in the Jailhouse."
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Looking Back At LOSTLooking Back at LOST's LegacyOn the 6th anniversary of Looking Back at LOST launching, Matt returns to ponder the legacy of this landmark series--and, perhaps, its future.
2017-01-3108 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek207: "Semper Fidelis"As "The People v. Frank Castle" gets underway, Foggy and Karen are increasingly stressed by Matt's absence. Elsewhere, Daredevil and Elektra dig deep (get it?!) to find the truth! What do they find? Pete and Matt--with answers for episode 207, "Semper Fidelis."
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iTunes2016-04-0700 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek206 "Regrets Only"Matt and Elektra sneak into enemy territory while Foggy and Karen prepare to wrap up Frank Castle's case... but we're only getting started. Join Pete and Matt as they break into Daredevil episode 206, "Regrets Only."
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iTunes2016-04-0300 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek107 "Stick"As an important figure from Matt Murdock's past re-emerges seeking his help, the role of the masked man is debated in the neighborhood--and the podcast debates Stick's parenting skills and the mystery of Black Sky. Pete and Matt break down episode 107, "Stick."MP3iTunes2015-04-2700 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek104 "In The Blood"Wilson Fisk, tenderly searching for love; Matt Murdock desperately searching for Claire; Russians searching for respect: all three collide with disastrous consequences. Pete and Matt take a ride in episode 104, "In The Blood."MP3iTunes2015-04-1700 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek102 "Cut Man"As Foggy and Matt continue to set up their law practice, Daredevil takes the fight to kidnappers--and more. Joint Pete and Matt as the podcast continues with episode 102, "Cut Man."
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iTunes2015-04-1100 minThe Daredevil Podcast by Phantastic Geek101 "Into the Ring"Step on in to the inaugural episode of Daredevil! In this podcast, Pete and Matt look at the introductions of Matt Murdock, Foggy Nelson, Karen Page, and the mysterious rogues gallery seemingly working under one nefarious umbrella.
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The Early Seasons of Agents of SHIELD Podcast by Phantastic Geek104 "Eye-Spy"That looks like our van... and this week, Pete and Matt break down Agents of SHIELD episode 104, "Eye-Spy." The podcast discusses the multi-layered former SHIELD agent, talks golf ball logic, wonders if Ward is Clark Kent (not really), and reflects on Matt actually asking FitzSimmons a question at New York Comic Con!MP32013-10-1600 minLooking Back At LOST“The New Man In Charge” and the Exit InterviewWell 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!2013-08-151h 23Looking Back At LOSTLOST's Music: Season 6In this penultimate episode of the podcast, Matt is again joined by Pete as they listen to and review the season 6 musical highlights.2013-08-091h 16Looking Back At LOSTLOST's Music: Seasons 4-5This 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!2013-08-0251 minLooking Back At LOSTLOST's Music: Seasons 1-3Though "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.
2013-07-261h 16Looking Back At LOST618 "The End" Part 2The 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.
2013-07-191h 24Looking Back At LOST617 "The End" Part 1It'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.
2013-07-121h 22Looking Back At LOST616 "What They Died For"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.
2013-07-051h 08Looking Back At LOST615 "Across the Sea"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!
2013-06-2847 minLooking Back At LOST614 "The Candidate"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.2013-06-2147 minLooking Back At LOST613 "The Last Recruit"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.2013-06-1444 minLooking Back At LOST612 "Everybody Loves Hugo"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.2013-06-0744 minLooking Back At LOST611 "Happily Ever After"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.2013-05-3142 minLooking Back At LOST610 "The Package"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.2013-05-2442 minLooking Back At LOST609 "Ab Aeterno"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.2013-05-1740 minLooking Back At LOST608 "Recon"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.2013-05-1038 minLooking Back At LOST607 "Dr. Linus"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.2013-05-0342 minLooking Back At LOST606 "Sundown"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.2013-04-2650 minLooking Back At LOST605 "Lighthouse"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.2013-04-1938 minLooking Back At LOST604 "The Substitute"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....2013-04-1240 minLooking Back At LOST603 "What Kate Does"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.2013-04-0541 minLooking Back At LOST602 "LA X, Part 2"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.2013-03-2952 minLooking Back At LOST601 "LA X, Part 1"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).2013-03-221h 02Looking Back At LOSTSeason 6 PreviewFlashsideways 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.2013-03-1542 minLooking Back At LOST517 "The Incident, Part 2"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.2013-03-081h 17Looking Back At LOST516 "The Incident, Part 1"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.2013-03-0155 minLooking Back At LOST515 "Follow the Leader"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.2013-02-2249 min
Looking Back At LOSTLooking Back At 100This 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 8/15/2013.2013-02-1550 minLooking Back At LOST514 "The Variable"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.2013-02-0850 minLooking Back At LOST513 "Some Like It Hoth"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.2013-02-0150 minLooking Back At LOST512 "Dead Is Dead"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.2013-01-2550 minLooking Back At LOST511 "Whatever Happened, Happened"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.2013-01-1840 minLooking Back At LOST510 "He's Our You"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.2013-01-1141 minLooking Back At LOST509 "Namaste"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.2013-01-0437 minLooking Back At LOST508 "LaFleur"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.2012-12-2848 minLooking Back At LOST507: "The Life and Death of Jeremy Bentham"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.2012-12-2154 minLooking Back At LOST506 "316"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.2012-12-1442 minLooking Back At LOST505 "This Place Is Death"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.2012-12-0735 minLooking Back At LOST504 "The Little Prince"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!2012-11-3035 minLooking Back At LOST503 "Jughead"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.2012-11-2238 minLooking Back At LOST502 "The Lie"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.2012-11-1635 minLooking Back At LOST501 "Because You Left"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.2012-11-0938 minLooking Back At LOSTSeason 5 PreviewHurricane 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!2012-11-0211 minLooking Back At LOST414 "There's No Place Like Home, Part 3"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.2012-10-2638 minLooking Back At LOST413 "There's No Place Like Home, Part 2"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.2012-10-1932 minLooking Back At LOST412 "There's No Place Like Home, Part 1"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.2012-10-1138 minLooking Back At LOST411 "Cabin Fever"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."2012-10-0537 minLooking Back At LOST410 "Something Nice Back Home"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.2012-09-2837 minLooking Back At LOST409 "The Shape of Things to Come"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.2012-09-2146 minLooking Back At LOST"LOST Missing Pieces" WebisodesTV... 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.2012-09-141h 18Looking Back At LOST408 "Meet Kevin Johnson"Michael's back... hook, line and sinker: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x08, "Meet Kevin Johnson." The podcast discusses the exposition-heavy start to the story, then looks at the story as it turns into a rich, mournful story of regret. The podcast wraps up discussing this episode's place in the strike-shortened season four.2012-09-0748 minLooking Back At LOST407 "Ji Yeon"Past and future collide! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x07, "Ji Yeon." The podcast discusses role reversal for Sun and Jin, the sneaky flashback/flashforward device used exclusively in this episode, the ongoing freighter story, and the shocking (not!) reveal of Michael as the freighter spy.2012-08-3151 minLooking Back At LOST406 "The Other Woman"How many times can Juliet be called an "other?" This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x06, "The Other Woman." The podcast discusses the strange return to the flashback device, the dubious introduction of Harper Stanhope (who we never, ever see again), her present-day appearance vis-a-vis the smoke monster, and the crazy girl fight betwixt Juliet and Charlotte.2012-08-2438 minLooking Back At LOST405: "The Constant"Faith and love: this week, Matt looks back at the masterpiece episode "The Constant," LOST episode 4x05. The podcast discusses the delicate balance between time travel and emotion, between overall story and that of this largely self-contained episode, and most of all... the phone call.2012-08-1550 minLooking Back At LOST404 "Eggtown"Eggs, anyone? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x04, "Eggtown." The podcast discusses the Miles mystery, Kate's temporal love triangle, her flashforward trial... and an ending that can only make us hate Kate.2012-08-1040 minLooking Back At LOST403 "The Economist"Golf, anyone? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x03, "The Economist." The podcast discusses Sayid's 007-esque adventure (down to the Casino Royale double cross), his working for the bad guy, and--finally--his leaving the island.2012-08-0343 minLooking Back At LOST402 "Confirmed Dead"Look, under the water... it's a plane! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 4x02, "Confirmed Dead." The podcast discusses the four flashbacks comprising this masterpiece episode, as well as the captivating island story.2012-07-2751 minLooking Back At LOST401 "The Beginning of the End"Who's a member of the Oceanic Six? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 401, "The Beginning of the End." The podcast discusses Hurley's despondent flashforward, the survivor split into Team Jack and Team Locke, and bids Naomi goodbye... until next week, anyway.2012-07-2046 minLooking Back At LOSTSeason 4 PreviewWith memories of flash forwards, the writers' strike, and the shortest season of all, Matt looks back at LOST season 4.2012-07-1336 minLooking Back At LOST323 "Through the Looking Glass, Part 2"We have to go back!? This week, Matt looks at LOST episode 3x23, "Through the Looking Glass, Part 2." The podcast discusses hope (Danielle seeing Alex, the phone call for a rescue) and the lack thereof (Ben's claim that the freighter folk are bad, and flashforward Jack slipping further into addiction and depression).2012-07-0649 minLooking Back At LOST322 "Through the Looking Glass, Part 1"Jack with a beard! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x22, "Through the Looking Glass, Part 1." The podcast discusses our very first flashforward, dying Others, Jin's gun (or "gun?") problems, Kate's twisty heart, and Charlie's slow march to his end.2012-06-2936 min
Looking Back At LOST321: "Greatest Hits"Countdown to the end: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x21, "Greatest Hits." The podcast discusses the unusual use of the flashback device, as it shows Charlie's on-island recollections of the best parts of his life... just as he accepts his death is coming soon.2012-06-2235 minLooking Back At LOST320 "The Man Behind the Curtain"Worst birthdays ever: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 320, "The Man Behind the Curtain." The podcast discusses the quartet of lousy birthdays experienced by Ben, as well as the dark vengeance he exacts upon his father. Also discussed is perhaps the scariest moment of the series: the first visit to Jacob's cabin.2012-06-1547 minLooking Back At LOST319 "The Brig"It has arrived: Sawyer and the real Mr. Sawyer in the same room in this fantastic episode.. This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x19, "The Brig." The podcast reflects on the long road to Sawyer's revenge, the shortcomings of the "get someone else to do it" Locke, the first indications of sneaky Richard, and the camp's distrust of Jack. 2012-06-0847 minLooking Back At LOST318 "D.O.C."The stork is bringing Sun a baby... but is it from Jae Lee or Jin? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x18, "D.O.C." The podcast reflects on the many sides of Sun, some wonderful Giaccino work, the evolution of our suspicions of Juliette, and Naomi's shocking cliffhanger!2012-06-0139 minLooking Back At LOST317 "Catch 22"Look, up in the sky! Is that your Penny from heaven? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x17, "Catch 22." After reflecting in the second anniversary of the LOST finale, the podcast discusses devilish Desmond, deciding between death or ducking when it comes for Charlie and an arrow with his name on it; also explored is the heavenly flashback Des who ponders the Lord... and wine.2012-05-2544 minLooking Back At LOST316 "One of Us"To trust or not to trust: that is the question! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x16, "One of Us." The podcast discusses Juliette's inner motivations, the devilish Ben, Jack being wrong (again), and the most ominous mention (thus far) of the great and powerful Jacob.2012-05-1942 minLooking Back At LOST315 "Left Behind"Grab your handcuffed pal, spot the smoke monster, and run! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x15, "Left Behind." The podcast discusses the anemic flashback, the pithy Sawyer story, and the joys of Kate and Juliette handcuffed to each other!2012-05-1137 minLooking Back At LOST314 "Exposé"Nikki and Paolo die... but is this a truly great episode? YES! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x14, "Expose." The podcast argues that as standalone episodes go, this one is top notch, as it has dark humor, great twists, and ultimately tweaks the nose of the audience.2012-05-0438 minLooking Back At LOST313 "The Man From Tallahassee"Pride cometh before the fall: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x13, "The Man from Tallahassee." The podcast discusses Ben's machinations, Locke's island plans, and Terry O'Quinn's fantastic flashback acting.2012-04-2742 minLooking Back At LOST312 "Par Avion"Is this one of the overlooked great episodes? This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x12, "Par Avion." Marking the midpoint of the series, the podcast discusses Claire's darkly touching flashback, her earnest on-island attempt at hope, and the first of many Patchy deaths. All told, it's a great episode.2012-04-2044 minLooking Back At LOST311 "Enter 77"Speak Russian? Play pingpong? This might be the episode for you! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x11, "Enter 77." The podcast explores the truth in Mikhail's lies, Hurley the table tennis terror, and goofy old Locke who blows up stations... again.2012-04-1340 minLooking Back At LOST310 "Tricia Tanaka Is Dead"Daddy issues here, daddy issues there: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x10, "Tricia Tanaka Is Dead." The podcast discusses the hole in Hurley's heart left by dear old dad, the van as a symbol of healing, and "Roger WorkMan" as a reminder that not all problems heal.2012-04-0644 minLooking Back At LOST309 "Stranger In A Strange Land"Okay, there's no easy way to say this: it's the tattoo episode. This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x09, "Stranger In a Strange Land." Karl cries, Juliette gets marked... and Jack lurks about in flashback Thailand. Take a listen; we'll get through this one together!
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Feedback: @LookingBackLost, LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, 732-707-18152012-03-2355 minLooking Back At LOST307 "Not In Portland"Five words: watch out for the bus. This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x07, "Not In Portland." The podcast discusses the introduction of Richard, the return of Alex, the end of Pickett... and the interminable amount of time spent in Ben's OR.
Like what you hear? @lookingbacklost, 732-707-1815, LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com2012-03-1645 minLooking Back At LOST"Season 2 Review & Season 3 Preview""We have to go back!" This week, Matt looks back at season 2 and head to season 3. Stopping by is Pete, Matt's cohost on The Alcatraz Podcast by PhGeek.com. The podcast discusses the mysteries of the second season and some of the challenges in the third season.
A reminder that this will be the last Monday release of the podcast; season three starts on Friday, February 3rd.
Like what you hear? Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @LookingBackLost, or call the listener line at 732-707-1815.2012-01-2958 minLooking Back At LOST214 "One of Them"Caught in a net? Shot with an arrow? Locked in the hatch? You've come to the right place: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x14, "One of Them." This double-length podcast features discussion about the introduction of none other as Ben Linus, albeit under the guise of Henry Gale. Another highlight: Pete from PhGeek.com and the PhGeek Podcast stops by to share his encyclopedic Lostie knowledge! Our discussion also covers Sayid's sorted backstory, the introduction of Kelvin aka Joe Inman, and the first glimpse of what happens when you don't push the button!
Like what you hear? Let...2011-11-141h 37Looking Back At LOST212 "Fire + Water"Whose sins will be washed away by baptism? This week, Matt Lafferty looks back at LOST episode 2x12, "Fire + Water." Charlie's visions are discussed in the podcast, making connections to Christianity, the smoke monster, and the Beatles!
Like what you hear? Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @LookingBackLost, or call the voice mail line: 732-707-1815.2011-10-3143 minLooking Back At LOST202--"Adrift"Bleed into the water, see the fin, and don't let the shark eat Sawyer! This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x02, "Adrift." This episode features the fate of the rafties (well, Michael and Saywer anyway), as well as Locke and Kate's side of the hatch story; it ends with perhaps the greatest cliffhanger of LOST: the introduction of Mr. Eko! Also included in the podcast is Matt's irrational fear of sharks.
Note: if you downloaded this episode before the evening of 8/22, it was missing the episode summary as read by Bonnie. Please download again for all the goodness!
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