An Important Announcement from LOST University

Hello?  Anybody out there?  Hope everyone is well, and if anyone is reading this - welcome home!

I just received this email from LOST University, and thought it warranted a post.  Apparently our alma mater will be closing its doors on January 31:

"Dear LOST University Students and Alumni,

We have traveled through time together taking us to the end of your experience at LOST University. Due to budgetary restrictions, the cost of living and other variables, the Board of Regents has regretfully had to shut the doors on this prestigious academic institution on January 31, 2013. While LOST University will cease to exist as a physical institution, we strongly encourage you to continue on your journey of knowledge and human understanding. Whatever happened during your time here happened, and we hope that the memories we created together will live forever in your hearts and beyond.

If you have any other questions, please call us at 800-477-2811 Mondays 9:30am – 7:30pm, and Tuesdays – Fridays 9:30am – 6:30pm, Central Time.

Namaste
The LOST University Board of Regents"


The phone number appears to be that of Buena Vista Home Entertainment's Customer Relations line.

So, I guess that's that.  Kind of feels like the final nail in a coffin we thought was already buried, doesn't it?

If anyone's out there, what are you watching these days?

Everybody take care of yourselves.  Live together, die alone.

Namaste,
Melissa

One Year Later

Hello, Losties!

As Lost fans everywhere celebrate and mourn the one year anniversary of the Lost finale, I wanted to say hi, tell you all I was thinking of you, and let you all know that if anyone is still out there, I'm hoping that we find each other again some day - maybe next season.

In the meantime, take care of yourselves. We'll see you in another life, bruthas.

I also wanted to post a quick note - every now and then, I get a request from someone to post a blurb about their Lost-related article, book, video, etc and I just wanted to be perfectly honest about the fact that I rarely have the chance to get back to The Lost Community. If you send me something, I probably will not have the time to post it. Thank you for sharing your love of Lost with me and with the The Lost Community.

Peace and Namaste,

Melissa

The Lost Community Podcast Archive

Hey, everyone -

I've had several emails lately from people looking for an archive of previous Lost Community podcasts. The short answer to these requests is, "I don't know where they are!" Rest assured, I am trying to track them down. If anyone has any ideas, please shoot an email to thelostcommunity@gmail.com. I will keep you posted, and I will put something up here as soon as I locate them.

Peace and Namaste,
Melissa

Lost: Season 6 DVD News

Everyone getting over that post-Lost depression? If not, here's a little something to cheer you up. I just received this photo from the 12-minute featurette that will appear on Lost: Season 6 and Complete Series DVDs.


The new short is called "New Man in Charge" and it offers a look at what Hurley and Ben do as the new island overseers.

I know it's not much, but maybe it will help to ease the pain a little.

Housekeeping

Hi, everyone -

Now that we've all had some time to digest the finale, I wanted to share a couple of things that have been collecting in my inbox.

LostGrrl wanted me to let you know that the Lost Community Message Board has been deactivated (sorry, LostGrrl - I didn't get this up before the board came down). Thanks for all of your efforts to keep the message board going!

Also, Zort sent over some interesting stats right after the finale about our activities here. They were pretty fun, so I thought I'd pass them along:

Average comments per episode post - 465
Lowest - 5.13 -Some Like it Hoth - 168
Highest - 6.01 - LA X - 1212

Season 3 total - 12141
Season 4 total - 6012
Season 5 total - 5615
Season 6 total - 6936
Lastly, I received a press release from Click Communications regarding the release of Lost: The Complete Sixth and Final Season and Lost: The Complete Collection on DVD and Blu-ray on August 24. You can read it HERE. If I get anything else interesting, I'll pass it along!

The End - Series Finale

After six seasons, this is it. There is no description for tonight's finale, but I don't think there needs to be.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, to all of you. You are an amazing group of people. This blog started in other, perhaps more capable hands, but I have been honored to take you through the last couple of seasons.

Thank you to David and Steve for your phenomenal podcast, and thank you to the crew over at LostArgs, especially Zort/Ian, for being such an incredible sister site.

Tonight, Lost comes to an end. However, I know that this will not be the end of this community, or of the friendships hatched from it. We have been a part of each others lives - some for a few months, and some for years. As with the Losties, we have seen births and deaths, life changes and simple pleasures. We have shared more than a television show - we have shared our lives.

The Lost Community will live on. I know it. In the meantime, Peace and Namaste.

- Melissa

Lost: The Final Journey

This series retrospective will have a focus on the final season, as well as a look behind the scenes of the series' 2004 pilot episode, interviews with past and present cast members, and a look at the series' impact on popular culture.

Team Darlton, from all of us here at TheLost Community, thank you.


West Coasters - a new post will go up at 8:55 p.m. ET, so feel free to hang out here spoiler-free until the finale hits your time zone.

Also, don't forget that David and Steve are going to be live on Talkshoe all night! Listen in HERE.

Lost: The Pilot Enhanced

A man awakes in a jungle. He is bruised and bloody, and doesn’t know where he is. A yellow Labrador Retriever watches him from the trees, then suddenly runs off. He forces himself up and winces in pain, leaning against a tree. He checks his jacket pocket and finds a small bottle of vodka. Recognition of where he is begins to float across his face. He winces back the pain and begins to run through the trees, reaching a beautiful beach.

He hears sounds - people screaming. He wanders around a bend and finds what has brought him here - a plane crash, survivors in shock. A man trapped beneath wreckage. A woman not breathing. A pregnant woman screaming for help. He runs to help those he can, and rallies the others to help him. One of these strangers asks his name: “Jack.”

And so we began.


*the episode description is from the Lost Media episode guide, and was too poetic not to "borrow"

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 81

Hosts David A. Dein and Steve "The Goog" Guglich spent the day in New York City to find out what on the minds of those standing on line to see the TIMES TALK LIVE LOST event. Then they invited Marc Oromaner, author of The Myth of Lost, and Frank From Virginia to Hash out what they learned from the event and also the ramifaication of the finale. Enjoy this overstuffed 80 minute podcast!!

Also Sunday Night don't forget!

Sunday May 22nd, we're gonna go live on talkshoe (with video streaming if I can figure it out) from Steve's Lost Supper event. We're gonna talk lost and keep the chatroom and audio recording going all night, until after Jimmy Kimmel's live lost television special. More specific info to follow.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Episode 81 - Time Talk Live with Marc Oromaner and Frank From Virginia

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 80

Hosts David A. Dein and Steve "The Goog" Guglich unpack Across The Sea and What They Died For in a episode done live from Bryant Park in New York City. Along the way David and Steve speculate about that evenings Times Talk Live Event, as well as Steve sings a song about a Grandma that leaves David Incredulous. Enjoy!

Also Sunday Night don't forget!

Sunday May 22nd, we're gonna go live on talkshoe (with video streaming if I can figure it out) from Steve's Lost Supper event. We're gonna talk lost and keep the chatroom and audio recording going all night, until after Jimmy Kimmel's live lost television special. More specific info to follow.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Episode 80 - Across The Sea and Why They Died

Various Announcments and Thursday In New York

We have a few exciting announcements....




We have an exciting opportunity for all LOST fans! Do you want your own LOST poster signed by the minds behind the TV phenomenon –executive producer Carlton Cuse and co-creator and executive producer Damon Lindelof? Check out our special contest!

To be entered to win a signed LOST poster, upload one of the following photos to NCM Fathom’s Flickr page (http://www.flickr.com/ncmfathom):

A picture of you holding your Times Talks LIVE: LOST movie ticket. (Make sure that your ticket is visible.)

OR

A picture of yourself dressed up as your favorite LOST character.

Please include your name and email address in the description of the photo so we can contact the winners. All submissions are due by May 24, 2010 and winners will be randomly selected on May 27, 2010 and notified on or about May 28, 2010. No purchase necessary to enter.

We look forward to seeing your photos and see you in the theaters on May 20th!

Are you planning on attending the Times Talks LIVE: LOST event featuring an in-depth conversation between New York Times entertainment editor Lorne Manly and LOST executive producer Carlton Cuse and co-creator and executive producer Damon Lindelof about the challenges of crafting a finale that satisfies themselves as storytellers. To celebrate the season finale, NCM Fathom, The New York Times and BY Experience are partnering to bring you the chance to hear from the masterminds behind the show at Times Talks LIVE: LOST Broadcast LIVE from The TimesCenter in New York on Thursday, May 20, at 8 pm ET / 7 pm CT / 6 pm MT and tape d
elayed at 8 pm PT, this one night event will take place exclusively at select movie theaters across the U.S. and Canada.


In reguards to The Times Talk Lost Event...

Steve and I will attempt to get into the Lost Live Event and will be near or around

The TimesCenter
242 West 41st Street
New York, NY 10018

Check us out and share your theories, Steve and I will be podcasting about various lost things all afternoon and hope you can join us.

If we don't make it into the event we have tickets at the
Regal Union Square Stadium 14 in New York City. It seems the event is already sold out. But If you're there look for us.

Afterwards we'll be hanging out at
Max Brenner's (Chocolate by the bald man) at 841 Broadway btwn 14th and 15th.

And would love you to join us and talk Lost.

What They Died For - Season 6, Episode15

Tonight, while Jack's group searches for Desmond, Locke comes up with a new plan.



Since there were no promotional photos to be found for tonight's episode, we're honoring our own Romeo and Juliet, Jin and Sun. Whatever they died for, it better be good.

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 79

Hosts David A. Dein and Steve "the goog" Guglich unpack "The Candidate" and along the way get into some pretty awesome discussion.

BTW..their are some minor spoilers near the end concerning this weeks episode of the show. I left them in because by the time of the posting the episode has already run... please be adivsed.

Thursday May 20th...
Times Talk Lost Event in NYC - David and Steve will try to crash this thing if they fail they will be watching the festivities @ The Regal Cinemas Union Sqaure 14 in Manhatten.
After the event is over we hope to find a bar, resturant, or park bench to hang out and talk lost. If you'd like to join us send an e-mail to TLCpodcast@gmail.com so we can get a headcount.

Sunday May 22nd, we're gonna go live on talkshoe (with video streaming if I can figure it out) from Steve's Lost Supper event. We're gonna talk lost and keep the chatroom and audio recording going all night, until after Jimmy Kimmel's live lost television special. More specific info to follow.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Episode 79 - The Candidate

Across the Sea - Season 6, Episode 14

Locke's motives become clear.

Yes, that's all we get. Call him Flocke, call him the Locke Monster - apparently tonight he's laying all his cards on the table.



There aren't even any promotional photos, so I'm cross-promoting the Live event happening next Thursday. Click on the image to check it out - everybody got your tickets? If not, here's the skinny:

New York Times entertainment editor Lorne Manly will have an in-depth conversation with executive producer Carlton Cuse and co-creator/executive producer Damon Lindelof on the challenges of crafting a finale that satisfies themselves as storytellers, and the show’s legion of fans. They will be accepting questions from the fans ahead of time - again, click the image to find out how to submit yours!

The Candidate - Season 6, Episode 13

Tonight, Jack questions Locke's motives after he's asked to perform a tough task.

Personally, I'd be WAY past questioning Locke's motives, but this is Jack we're talking about.

And who wouldn't trust a guy holding a package marked "explosives"? Just look at that smile!

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 78

Hosts David A. Dein and Steve "the Goog" Guglich open up about their feelings concerning last weeks episode "The Last Recruit". Please send you e-mail as to why you think they may be wrong about this episode to TLCpodcast@gmail.com.

REMEMBER......

Thursday May 20th...
Times Talk Lost Event in NYC - David and Steve will try to crash this thing if they fail they will be watching the festivities @ The Regal Cinemas Union Sqaure 14 in Manhatten.
After the event is over we hope to find a bar, resturant, or park bench to hang out and talk lost. If you'd like to join us send an e-mail to TLCpodcast@gmail.com so we can get a headcount.

Sunday May 22nd, we're gonna go live on talkshoe (with video streaming if I can figure it out) from Steve's Lost Supper event. We're gonna talk lost and keep the chatroom and audio recording going all night, until after Jimmy Kimmel's live lost television special. More specific info to follow.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Episode 78 - The Last Recruit

The Lost Community Announcements

Since all we get tonight is an encore of Ab Aeterno, I thought I'd take this opportunity to post a few odds and ends that have been making their way into my inbox.

Sr. Locke shared the following:
Following the example of The Lord of the Rings fans, who succeeded in getting the names of many fans around the world on the DVD credits as an extra, we hope to repeat that hit with Lost (with the release of the DVD/BluRay edition of the 6th season). In other words, we ask for the inclusion of the fan’s names that have dwelt in the Internet communities for the last amazing six years and who have been part of the Lost phenomenon. It’s clear that Lost wouldn’t have been the same without the community.
There’s a group in Facebook and a Twitter account to support and follow this initiative. And a website too.

A Lost fan named Andrew was able to get a glimpse of shooting a couple of weeks ago and shared this video.
DISCLAIMER: I haven't watched the clip, so I can't say how spoilery it is.

I received this e-mail from an intern named Evan from Brown and Dutch Public Relations:
We are helping host a Lost Season Finale party in Los Angeles which will include giving away a remade VW Dharma van from Lost to one lucky fan. We are looking at Blogs and podcasts to help spread the word about our event and I was hoping to get your contact information so we can then update you with more information the closer the party arrives. I would appreciate a response whenever time allows. Thank you and have a great day.

I responded to his e-mail, so hopefully we'll hear more soon. In the meantime, Namaste!

The Last Recruit - Season 6, Episode 12

Tonight, the Locke monster's camp merges with Jack's, and alliances are forged (and broken). Evident by the motley crew in the photo above.

L.A. segments focus on Jack. Break out the tissues, it's time for some Jears!

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 77

Of course Everybody Loves Hugo and that's what brings hosts David A Dein and Steve "The Goog" Guglich for this weeks Episode of The Lost Community Podcast. On the show Steve gloats a little too much about being right about Desmond. Revel in his gloatedness, even if David doesn't. Enjoy!!!

REMEMBER......

Thursday May 20th...
Times Talk Lost Event in NYC - David and Steve will try to crash this thing if they fail they will be watching the festivities @ The Regal Cinemas Union Sqaure 14 in Manhatten.
After the event is over we hope to find a bar, resturant, or park bench to hang out and talk lost. If you'd like to join us send an e-mail to TLCpodcast@gmail.com so we can get a headcount.

Sunday May 22nd, we're gonna go live on talkshoe (with video streaming if I can figure it out) from Steve's Lost Supper event. We're gonna talk lost and keep the chatroom and audio recording going all night, until after Jimmy Kimmel's live lost television special. More specific info to follow.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Episode 77 - Everybody Loves Hugo

Everybody Loves Hugo - Season 6, Episode 11

And who wouldn't - I mean, look at him! Don't you just want to give him a hug?


Tonight, Hurley agonizes over what to do next, and the Locke monster is curious about the new arrival to his camp. Meanwhile, Ilana leads a mission to Hydra Island.

We're working with Hurley here - let's play count the dead guest stars!


And what's our buddy Desmond up to, I wonder?

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 76

This weeks episode is something to behold, join hosts David A. Dein and Steve "the goog" Guglich as they unpack "Happily Ever After." They aslo lay out their "Geek"tastic plans for finale week and hope you can join them in the fun.

Thursday May 20th...
Times Talk Lost Event in NYC - David and Steve will try to crash this thing if they fail they will be watching the festivities @ The Regal Cinemas Union Sqaure 14 in Manhatten.
After the event is over we hope to find a bar, resturant, or park bench to hang out and talk lost. If you'd like to join us send an e-mail to TLCpodcast@gmail.com so we can get a headcount.

Sunday May 22nd, we're gonna go live on talkshoe (with video streaming if I can figure it out) from Steve's Lost Supper event. We're gonna talk lost and keep the chatroom and audio recording going all night, until after Jimmy Kimmel's live lost television special. More specific info to follow.

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After - Season 6, Episode 10

Desmond awakens and discovers that he's on the island. Bummer.

Guess the island really wasn't done with him yet, huh?




Ladies, he looks good though, doesn't he?

The Lost Community Podcast - Episode 75

Hosts David A Dein and Steve "The Goog" Guglich present their Diamond Jubilee episode and unpack the latest Lost episode "The Package." along the way they question Sayid's motivations, discuss Eastern Philosphy rather poorly, and Steve tries to get David to call in sick for work. It's the best lost podcast released today! Check it out.

you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Bonnie Covel's Why You're Not Enjoying Lost

Episode 75 - The Package

The Package - Season 6, Episode 9

While Sun and Jin continue to search for each other, the Locke monster faces his enemy.

Can we please, PLEASE have a happy reunion tonight?!

In other news, as you may have heard, there is some sort of live via satellite event happening in theaters on Thursday, May 20 (3 days before the finale) - supposedly, Team Darlton will be answering questions and showing a 1-minute preview of the finale.

Is this old news?

Lost Community Podcast - Episode 74

Join hosts David A. Dein an Steve "the Goog" Guglich as they unpack the themes locked inside "Ab Aeterno" along the way David gives you a homework lesson that he hopes you'll take part. Relive the finest episode so far this season with the podcast you can't afford to miss.

you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, have any theories, discover any clues, or just want to say "Hi!", contact TLCpodcast@gmail.com (mp3 comments are accepted as well), or leave a voice mail or fax at (206) 202-3512.

Episode 74 - Ab Aeterno