Solitary In this episode of 'The Magic Box,' the hosts celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Lost' with an in-depth discussion of Season 1, Episode 9, entitled 'Solitary.' The episode covers the pivotal themes of isolation and trauma, Sayid's first meeting with Rousseau, and significant moments that set up future plotlines. The hosts also explore the ethical dilemmas presented through Sayid's's character and delve into production notes, including script changes and behind-the-scenes...

Orientation: Luke Winch Sarah jumps aboard the submarine and answers her 5 Orientation questions in anticipation of her appearance on this weeks episode coverage of Tabula Rasa. (The Magic Box is a LOST retrospective podcast which does contain spoilers of all six seasons). Edited by Kurt North Guest: Luke Winch Music: Kurt North Make It So on Socials: https://linktr.ee/themagicboxpod Get early access, Ad Free listening and extra content on our Patroen www.patreon.com/themagicboxpod...

'Confidence Man': Sawyer's Pivotal Flashback In this episode of 'The Magic Box,' host Kurt and guest Cortlan Waters Bartley dive into 'Confidence Man,' the eighth episode from the first season of 'Lost.' Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the show, they discuss Sawyer's backstory, his manipulative nature, and his intense dynamics with Kate and other characters. The episode also touches on pivotal themes such as manipulation, morality, and the gray areas of character development. Key scenes...

Orientation: Cortlan Waters Bartley Sarah jumps aboard the submarine and answers her 5 Orientation questions in anticipation of her appearance on this weeks episode coverage of Tabula Rasa. (The Magic Box is a retrospective podcast which does contain spoilers of all six seasons). Edited by Kurt North Guest: Cortlan Waters Bartley Music: Kurt North Make It So on Socials: https://linktr.ee/themagicboxpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lost Podcast Episode 7: The Moth Analysis with Ian Buckley In this episode of The Magic Box, host Kurt North welcomes first-time guest Ian Buckley to discuss the Lost Season 1 episode 'The Moth.' They delve into Charlie's backstory, the dynamics with his brother Liam, and the thinly-veiled comparison to the Gallagher brothers from Oasis. They also explore Locke's mentoring role and Charlie's journey towards redemption on the island. Other story elements such as Sayid's sabotage,...

'House of the Rising Sun' with Kurt North and Carl Sweeney Kurt North and Carl Sweeney delve into 'House of the Rising Sun', the sixth episode of Lost's first season, aired on October 27, 2004. They discuss the episode's focus on Sun and Jin, touching on their complex character arcs and the racial dynamics within the show. The conversation also highlights the evolution of relationships among the island's survivors, Locke's mentorship of Charlie, and the symbolic use of English and Korean...

Delving Into Lost's 'White Rabbit' In this episode of 'The Magic Box: The Lost Podcast,' host Kurt North and returning guest Tony Black delve into 'White Rabbit,' the fifth episode of Lost's first season. They discuss the significant thematic elements, character developments, and narrative techniques used. They explore Jack's complex relationship with his father, Christian, and its impact on his leadership and personal struggles. The episode's symbolism, including the recurring theme...

Faith, Leadership, and Symbolism in 'Walkabout' In this episode of the Magic Box: The Lost Podcast, host Kurt North and guest Darren Mooney delve into season one, episode four of 'Lost', titled 'Walkabout'. The discussion centres around John Locke's hero's journey and contrasts it with Jack Shephard's pragmatic leadership, emphasising the show's themes of faith versus science. The hosts look at the character dynamics, community aspects, and significant scenes, highlighting the use of...

Tabula Rasa: A Hell of A Mortgage In this episode of The Magic Box podcast, we dive into episode 3, Tabula Rasa. Kurt is joined by Sarah Blair to discuss key themes and character developments, particularly focusing on Kate's backstory as revealed through flashbacks. They also reflect on 2004 pop culture and music, explore the dynamics and evolving relationships among the survivors on the island, and examine pivotal scenes, especially those involving Hurley, Jack, Sawyer, and the memorable...

Orientation: Sarah L Blair Sarah jumps aboard the submarine and answers her 5 Orientation questions in anticipation of her appearance on this weeks episode coverage of Tabula Rasa. (The Magic Box is a retrospective podcast which does contain spoilers of all six seasons). Edited by Kurt North Guest: Sarah L Blair Music: Kurt North Make It So on Socials: https://linktr.ee/themagicboxpod Get early access, Ad Free listening and extra content on our Patroen www.patreon.com/themagicboxpod...

Pilot Part Two Kurt North and Tony Black dive into an in-depth discussion on the second part of the Pilot highlighting the introduction of various characters and their intricate backgrounds, the show's knack for cliffhangers, and the unseen elements and foreshadowing that contribute to the enigmatic environment of the island. The episode features insights into character developments, the significance of the French transmission, cultural nuances, and the overarching mysteries that made LOST...

The Pilot Part One In this podcast episode, Kurt discuss the 20th anniversary of the ground-breaking television series LOST, which first aired on September 22, 2004. Joined by guest Tony Black to reflect on their experiences with the show, its impact over the years, and its iconic pilot episode. They discuss various aspects of the show, such as its aging well, the quality of storytelling, and the lasting resonance of its themes. They delve into specific character interactions, the choice...

Orientation: Tony Black In this episode of 'The Magic Box' on the Film Stories Podcast Network, Kurt and executive producer Tony Black discuss the 20th anniversary of the TV show Lost. This special episode kicks off with a deep dive into Tony's history with the show, his initial scepticism coming from his love for Alias, and how Terry O'Quinn's character John Locke turned into his favourite. They explore various memorable moments, favourite seasons, and episodes including detailed...

Exploring Lost: Kurt's Orientation In this episode of 'The Magic Box,' host Kurt, along with guest Luke Winch, delves into Kurt's personal journey with LOST. Kurt shares his initial attraction to the show through actor Terry O'Quinn and discusses his favourite characters, episodes, and moments. The episode also touches on the philosophical underpinnings of the characters' names and concludes with Kurt addressing the age-old question of whether the characters were dead all along. Learn more...

Celebrating 20 Years of Lost: In Conversation with Dr. Carl Sweeney In this special episode of 'The Magic Box: The Lost Podcast' on the Film Stories Podcast Network, host Kurt welcomes fellow podcaster Carl Sweeney to discuss the TV show Lost in the lead-up to its 20th anniversary. Kurt and Carl reflect on Carl's unique introduction to the series, his binge-watching experience during the 2020 lockdown, and the pros and cons of different viewing styles. They talk about memorable episodes and...

Unveiling Lost: A Chronological Re-Edit This episode features a discussion with Matt Hakel, who is working on a chronological fan edit of the TV show Lost, titled 'The Circle'. This project reimagines the series by following the narrative through the lens of experience and the established rules of time within the show. Matt shares insights into the editing process, challenges faced, and the addition of new music and subtitles to enhance the viewing experience. The final series finale of 'The...

Celebrating Lost and Charitable Efforts with CANCER GETS LOST In this episode of 'The Magic Box Podcast,' host Kurt North interviews Jo Garfein, founder of Cancer Gets Lost, a nonprofit organization focusing on auctioning entertainment memorabilia to raise funds for cancer charities.  The episode celebrates the 20th anniversary of the TV show Lost, detailing Cancer Gets Lost's origins, its success in raising over $400,000 for various charities, and their preparation for a special auction...

Orientation: Jo Garfein (Cancer Gets LOST) Join host Kurt North in a captivating conversation with Jo Garfein, co-founder of Cancer Gets LOST, as they embark on a journey through the intricate world of Lost fandom. Kurt guides Jo through the five Orientation questions, offering listeners a preview of the upcoming episode focused on Cancer Gets LOST and their upcoming auction in May. Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter:...

Something a bit different this month. A Podcast designed for my University degree: Delve into the intricate world of the TV show Lost, exploring the profound impact of its characters, themes, and narrative techniques on viewers. Central characters like Jack Shepard, Kate Austen, Charlie Pace, John Locke, Sayyid Jarrar, Michael Dawson, Jin and Sun Kwon, and Sawyer are examined. The narrative devices of flashbacks and flash-forwards are discussed for their unique contributions to storytelling...

Welcome to The Magic Box: A LOST podcast hosted by Kurt North This episode provides an in-depth examination of the development stages, scripts, character arcs, and network influences in creating the Pilot. It fundamentally explores the evolutionary journey from Jeffrey Lieber's draft 'Nowhere' to the final version. Join us as we unravel the mysteries and dive deep into the legacy of LOST as the podcast ventures into 2024, LOST's 20th Anniversary. Each month will see a new episode, with...

THE MAGIC BOX: PRIMER Celebrating 20 Years of The ABC Show LOST Host Kurt North and guest Darren Mooney take you on a captivating journey through the television phenomenon that is LOST. From its pivotal role in shaping the transition from network to cable-style storytelling to its enduring influence on internet culture and the birth of mystery box shows, this conversation is a deep dive into the show's lasting impact as it reaches its 20th Year anniversary. Key Highlights: Evolution of...

THE MAGIC BOX: PRIMER (5minute Preview) A LOST Podcast Full Episode airs 21st January 2024 Available NOW on our Patreon Hosts Kurt North and Darren Mooney take you on a captivating journey through the television phenomenon that is LOST. From its pivotal role in shaping the transition from network to cable-style storytelling to its enduring influence on internet culture and the birth of mystery box shows, this conversation is a deep dive into the show's lasting impact. Key...