Looking Back At LOST

303 "Further Instructions"

Pick up the hitchhiker, sit in the smoke lodge, chase the polar bear: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x03, "Further Instructions." The podcast discusses a unique episode, one driven by "action action action" without delving too deep... until newly-clothed Desmond starts seeing the future. Like what you hear? @lookingbacklost, lookingbackatlost@gmail.com, 732-707-1815, lookingbackatlost.podbean.com

302 "The Glass Ballerina"

Loose the sailboat, break the rocks, and watch the Red Sox win: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x02, "The Glass Ballerina." The podcast discusses the flashback presentation of a selfish Sun and a sympathetic Jin, Sayid's scant tactical approach at the Pala Ferry dock, and the lusty looks Sawyer gives Juliette and Kate. Like what you hear? @LookingBackLost, LookingBackAtLOST.podbean.com, LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, & listener line 732-707-1815.

301 "A Tale of Two Cities"

Talk to Juliette, wear the handcuffs, and eat the bear biscuit: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 3x01, "A Tale of Two Cities." The podcast discusses Jack's flashback descent into jealousy, Juliette's mothering of her prisoner, Ben's manipulations, and Sawyer versus the biscuit machine. A big thanks to my continued listeners; this is the 50th episode LOST that I've reviewed.  Thanks for sticking around! Like what you hear? Review on iTunes, email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @lookingbacklost or call 732-707-1815.

"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.

224 "Live Together, Die Alone, Part Two"

"System failure, system failure," but true love triumphs: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x24, the second half of "Live Together, Die Alone." As we bid the hatch goodbye, the podcast discusses an episode of ends: Kelvin, the separation of Walt and Michael, the mystery of the Others' man in charge,  and wondering if anyone else is out there. Share your feedback: call the listener line at 732-707-1815, tweet @lookingbacklost, email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, or leave a comment on LookingBackAtLOST.podbean.com

223 "Live Together, Die Alone, Part One"

Get out of prison, get a boat, and crash on the island: this week, Matt looks back at the first hour of LOST episode 2x23, "Live Together, Die Alone." The podcast discusses the first appearance of the Widmore family, the final regular appearance of the boat-owning Libby, and the return of Kelvin. Like what you hear? Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @LookingBackLost, call 732-707-1815, or comment on LookingBackAtLOST.podbean.com!

222 "Three Minutes"

Michael got you down?  Wondering why he shot Ana Lucia and Libby?  Find out why!  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x22, "Three Minutes." The podcast discusses Michael's fatherly motivations, Locke's loss of faith, and Charlie finally overcoming those heroin-filled statues. Like what you hear? Be heard: @LookingBackLost; LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com; 732-707-1815.

221 "?" (aka "Question Mark")

Grab your Jesus stick, dream about your brother, and find a new hatch: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x21, "?" (aka "Question Mark).  The podcast discusses the nature of Eko's dreams (hint: it's Smokey), as well as how the show looks at changes in faith; lastly, the podcast discusses Michael as villain or understandable dad. Like what you hear? Call 732-707-1815, tweet @LookingBackLost, or email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com!

220 "Two for the Road"

It's the least wonderful time of the year--for Ana Lucia and Libby, that is!  This week, Matt look back at LOST episode 2x20, "Two for the Road." The podcast discusses the drunken Ana Lucia & Christian Shephard flashback in Australia, the explosive attack by Ben... and the jaw-dropping, gut-wrenching end to this episode as two are killed and three are shot. Like what you ho ho hear? Tweet @LookingBackLost, Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, or call 732-707-1815.  Happy Holidays!

219 "S.O.S."

It's never too late for love: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x19, "S.O.S." The show's most enduring love story is shown as Rose and Bernard meet in flashback and navigate married life--and Bernard's SOS plan--on the island.  The podcast also discusses another kind of love, such as the close-quarters "love in a net" that Kate and Jack experience.  Lastly, there's the hurtful kind of love: Ben smiling as he pushes Locke's buttons. Like what you hear? Review the podcast on iTunes, call 732-707-1815, tweet @lookingbacklost, or email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com!

218 "Dave"

See Dave in the woods, hear him yell at you, feel him throw coconuts: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x18, "Dave." The podcast revels in Hurley standing up to his pesky imaginary friend, whoopin' Sawyer, and smooching Libby... as well as the shocking, gut-wrenching end.  Add to that the ongoing Ben story, and it's is quite the episode to podcast about! Like what you hear? Call 732-707-1815, tweet @LookingBackLost, or email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com!

217 "Lockdown"

Hear the countdown, close the blast doors, and see the secret map: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x17, "Lockdown." The podcast discusses Locke's sad flashback, the reveal of Henry Gale's balloon (Widmore logo included), and of course that blast door map! Like what you hear? Let your voice be heard: leave a message at 732-707-1815, tweet @lookingbacklost or email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com!

216 "The Whole Truth"

Babies, balloons, and Ben: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x16, "The Whole Truth." The podcast discusses this remarkably busy episode: Sun's pregnancy and her inability to tell anyone; Ana Lucia, Sayid and Charlie looking for "Henry Gale's" balloon, and Ben continuing to worm his way into the minds of his captors. Like what you hear? Call 732-707-1815, tweet @LookingBackLost, or email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com!

215 "Maternity Leave"

Ethan returns, Mr. Friendly is clean-shaven, and a new hatch is revealed: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x15, "Maternity Leave." The podcast discusses the novel flashback device in this episode (Claire remembers what we see as we see it), as well as the continuing development of Henry Gale, aka Ben Linus. Like what you hear? Let your feedback be heard! Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @lookingbacklost, or call the voice mail line at 732-707-1815.

214 "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 your feedback be heard! Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @lookingbacklost, or call the voice mail line at 732-707-1815. Pete fans can also stop by PhGeek.com or hear him (and Matt) on the PhGeek Podcast via iTunes and/or phgeek.podbean.com.

213 "The Long Con"

Grab your briefcase full of money and open it up: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x13, "The Long Con." The podcast looks at the intricate construction of the episode, particularly how the flashback and island stories match together so well in showing Sawyer being... well, Sawyer..  Also included is a discussion about the strange radio transmission heard by Hurley and Sayid. Like what you hear?  Leave a message at 732-707-1815, tweet @LookingBackLost, or email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com!

212 "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.

211--"The Hunting Party"

Michael runs, Kate follows, and Zeke appears: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x11, "The Hunting Party."  The podcast reflects on a particularly poignant Jack flashback, as well as the stunning return of the bearded Mr. Friendly. Like what you hear?  Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @lookingbacklost, or leave a message at 732-707-1815!

210--"The 23rd Psalm"

The smoke monster returns!  This week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x10, "The 23rd Psalm."  The podcast reflects on Eko's sorted backstory, his stare-down with Smokey, and the growing subplot of Michael being willing to do anything--and he means anything!--to get Walt back. Like what you hear?  Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @lookingbacklost, or leave a message at 732-707-1815!

209--"What Kate Did"

Blow up your stepdad, go on the run, and tend to Sawyer: this week, Matt looks back at LOST episode 2x09, "What Kate Did." The podcast discusses Kate's tortured past, her experience with the black horse (hint: it's the smoke monster!!), as well as Eko's surprising film clip. Like what you hear?  Email LookingBackAtLOST@gmail.com, tweet @lookingbacklost, or leave a message at 732-707-1815!