Only writers as brilliant as those behind “LOST” could give us an hour of television like this. No other episode has gone as far as “The Constant” in giving us a look at some fundamental theories behind the series, and yet at the same time pack an emotional wallop that reminds us that it’s the characters, not the mysteries, that are at the heart of the show. The truly mind-bending realizations Desmond has as his consciousness jumps between 1996 and 2004 will probably give us weeks of material to dissect and analyze. But, honestly, all I wanted to do was watch that final phone call between him and Penny over and over again. (more…)
Archive for February, 2008
The Constant
Thursday, February 28th, 2008Trans 2008-02-22: “Eggtown” – Episode 4-04
Saturday, February 23rd, 2008| Play |
This episode of “The Transmission” follows the Feb. 21 episode, “Eggtown” (Episode 4×03). After reviewing “LOST in Eight Minutes” (actually, an incredible four minutes), we take a closer look at the story. Aaron and his mommy issues, missing helicopters, Kate’s bad deal, and books, movies and music. Then, we turn it over to You All Everybody, where the real genius emerges. Finally, we step into the Forward Cabin to discuss the synopsis and location shoots for next week’s episode.
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Segments:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 01:34 Recap: LOST in 8 Minutes
- 05:51 Discussion
- 23:21 Feedback: You All Everybody
- 38:17 News & Spoilers: The Forward Cabin
- 39:56 Closing
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Eggtown
Thursday, February 21st, 2008Tonight’s episode wasn’t as dense or thrilling as weeks past, but it still closed with a single word, a single name, that scored a palpable hit. Aaron, Claire’s baby, is one of the Oceanic Six… but calls Kate mommy. And so my head spins with possibilities. Kate must be claiming Aaron as her biological son, hence her refusal to let her mother see him. The rest of the Oceanic survivors must also be keeping Aaron’s true parentage secret. And something must have happened to Claire, as seeing her son is apparently too much for Jack. (more…)
Trans 2008-02-15: “The Economist” – Episode 4-03
Saturday, February 16th, 2008| Play |
This episode of “The Transmission” follows the Feb. 14 episode, “The Economist” (Episode 4×03). After reviewing “LOST in 8 Minutes,” we take a closer look at the story. Time anomolies, Hurley’s betrayal, photos and funny looks, star-crossed lovers and Sayid’s new boss. Then, we turn it over to You All Everybody, where the real genius emerges. Finally, we step into the Forward Cabin to discuss the synopsis and location shoots for next week’s episode.
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Segments:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 01:23 Recap: LOST in 8 Minutes
- 09:47 Discussion
- 28:21 Feedback: You All Everybody
- 46:44 News & Spoilers: The Forward Cabin
- 48:30 Closing
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The Economist
Thursday, February 14th, 2008Another fantastic episode. And the details are almost as exciting as the overall pace “LOST” is keeping. This season is no leisurely stroll (you hear me, season two?). This show is now lean, mean, and likely to leave you dizzy. You’ve got the island mysteries (the 31 minute time discrepancy and the significance of bearings used to come and go). You’ve got the double double-crosses, the chess-like strategies, the cloudy motivations. You’ve got another flash-forward with a mind-blowing climax.
And oh my god, the truth finally comes out. My wife, Jen, the eye-rolling cynic who has insisted since day one that she’s all about the mysteries, finally outed herself tonight as a squealing, giddy Skater. Who knew? (more…)
Trans 2008-02-08: “Confirmed Dead” – Episode 4-02
Saturday, February 9th, 2008| Play |
This episode of “The Transmission” follows the Feb. 7 episode, “The Beginning of the End” (Episode 4×02). We once again take the “LOST in 8 Minutes” challenge, then take a closer look at the story. Who are the “Freighties” and what brings each of them to The Island? What do their names mean? Why does so much of what we’re seeing now seem familiar? And what was the deal with that cow? Then, we turn it over to You All Everybody, where the real genius emerges. Finally, a very short visit to the Forward Cabin.
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Segments:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 02:30 Recap: LOST in 8 Minutes
- 10:50 Discussion
- 29:20 Feedback: You All Everybody
- 44:10 News & Spoilers: The Forward Cabin
- 46:20 Closing
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Confirmed Dead
Thursday, February 7th, 2008Now that was a season premiere. Without a doubt, “Confirmed Dead” got my mind spinning and my heart pounding the way I expected last week’s episode would. Tightly paced, great twists and surprises, and real drama. “The Beginning of the End” was really the end of Season 3. Now we’re really rolling. Awestruck, Jen rightly asserts that the opening sequence with the underwater wreckage would’ve blown more minds than ten Camaro car chases ever could. (more…)
Trans 2008-02-04: “The Beginning of the End” – Episode 4-01
Monday, February 4th, 2008| Play |
This episode of “The Transmission” follows the Jan. 31 episode, “The Beginning of the End,” the Season 4 premiere of “LOST.” Since we obviously can’t stop thinking and talking about “LOST,” Jen suggested we give podcasting another shot. But for better or worse, we’ve thrown the script out the window. Obviously we’re a bit rusty, but we still had fun, and hopefully you will too. Is this a leaner, meaner “Transmission”? Is this a one-off fluke? Is this a horrible mistake? Only time will tell. For the precious few that are still subscribed, enjoy!
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Segments:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 02:10 Recap: LOST in 8 Minutes
- 10:35 Discussion
- 27:30 Feedback: You All Everybody
- 38:30 News & Spoilers: The Forward Cabin
- 43:38 Closing
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http://media.libsyn.com/media/hawaii/lostcast20080204.mp3