LOST Podcast: The Transmission

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!

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!

"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 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 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.

I liked this episode more than I probably should have. And Jen? She says “LaFleur” is comfortably within her top ten favorite episodes of “LOST” ever. While I wouldn’t go quite that far, obviously “LaFleur” clicked for us — even when it probably shouldn’t. After all, last week’s episode only covered a couple of weeks, chronologically, […]

Another great episode of “LOST,” the kind that leaves your brain all tingly. Like last week’s outing, “The Little Prince” delivers sweet epiphanies and connections that definitely reward long-time fans. Though I’ve been wary of the Oceanic 6 storyline, tonight’s episode suggests a faster pace and stronger tension there. And as for the time jumping […]

At the closing thud, Jen proclaimed “Jughead” her favorite episode ever. While I’m nowhere near ready to bestow that crown, I’d certainly agree that it was a fantastic chapter in “LOST.” And, like many Desmond-centric outings, probably a pivotal one. So many threads connected, such satisfying epiphanies, I imagine “Jughead” reaffirmed the loyalty of sometimes […]