The Last of Us Podcast: Savage Starlight

Was Joel wrong? Were the Fireflies right? Here at the end of the season, we take a look back at the major steps that brought us to the explosive conclusion. Join Jim and A.Ron as they hear from medical professionals, ponder Jim’s take on the mycologist, and talk about Marlene’s experience. 

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It’s an emotionally crushing finale full of hard choices and desperate situations. The Fireflies may have gone off the deep end. We get to see the killer version of Joel people have been talking about all season. Did you catch all the video game actor cameos throughout the season? 

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And just like that, The Last of Us season one comes to an end. Join Jim and A.Ron as they discuss your thoughts, theories, and questions with the benefit of having a complete season. From the sketchy Fireflies to the heartwarming giraffe moment, there’s a lot to unpack as we fight to survive with Ellie and Joel one last time. 

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We have a definitive answer as to how Ellie got Joel into the house. Get answers to more questions such as…. Is Ellie adopting Joel’s personality? Are the clickers too absent? Did David know about Tommy’s town? Can a clicker get rabies? 

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If you weren’t already convinced that Bella Ramsey is the perfect pick for Ellie, this episode will change your mind. As painful as it was to watch this episode the first time, it’s even creepier on a second watch. Grab a bowl of munchies, maybe somebody’s dad, and enjoy this episode of Savage Starlight! 

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This is possibly the most dangerous situation Ellie and Joel have been in. As if the world wasn’t already bleak enough, new horrors rise. Cordyceps are the least of your worries in Silver Lake. I know you were yelling at your screen for half of the episode, so join in the Instant Talk and yell about those things with us!

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You’ve got burning questions and A.Ron and Jim have some cool answers. How was the experience of watching this episode different for show-only watcher v. a game player? Does FEDRA kill people for not passing the vibe check? What is the safe transport speed behind a horse when you have a gut wound? What is the evolution of a runner? 

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In this DLC (downloadable content for the non-gamers) episode we get a close look at Ellie’s past and her relationship with Riley. Jim and A.Ron ponder the questions, “Would this have been better as a Christmas episode?” and “Why did it take so long for the infected to hear them?”. This was the calm before the storm. You’ll be wishing for more wonders as this season starts wrapping up and we have to say goodbye. 

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Being a teenager is never easy. It’s worse when you’re in FEDRA school and your best friend disappeared for three weeks. In this episode we take a step into Ellie’s past and her relationship with Riley. Though this episode takes a break from the main action, it is by no means devoid of thrills. 

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We’ve got a Bloater-size feedback bag this week. Turns out the show Jim pitched already exists in multiple iterations. For the last time, that is a menstrual cup, ok? Is the dog sniffing test equivalent to a PCR or home covid test? What’s the difference between Jackson and Jackson Hole? And if you think Jim and A.Ron are faking their enjoyment, go listen to Bald Move’s Mandalorian podcast. 

Check out these links from the conversation: The Brain Aneurysm Foundation, Pedro Pascal Vanity Fair Lie Detector, and The Last of Us - The Definitive Playthrough with Troy Baker.

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The emotional damage is high this episode. After the horrors of clickers, raiders, and the Kansas City QZ, Joel and Ellie arrive in Jackson, Wyoming. There are family reunions and safety in this peaceful settlement, but there’s trouble in paradise. Joel considers parting ways with Ellie, and understandably, Ellie is upset. Tune into this podcast before we get the result of the cliffhanger in the next episode of The Last of Us. 

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It’s three months later from the last episode and we rejoin Ellie and Joel in Wyoming. Craig Mazin takes an opportunity this episode to build emotional bonds and remind us what is at the heart of this adventure.

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Jim and A.Ron put their science hats on to answer your questions and come up with some head canons where answers are lacking. Can bloaters have a midlife crisis? Do practical effects save money? How is FEDRA still operating across the separate quarantine zones? Why is Kathleen the way that she is? Find out the answers to these questions and more!

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Henry and Sam join Joel and Ellie in their hazardous adventure out of Kansas City. Pursued by Kathleen and her troops, the four make their way out of the city dodging dangers they have not yet encountered. Weta Workshop, of Lord of the Rings fame, helped create the nightmares in this episode. And between the touching and heart-wrenching moments, we get a Savage Starlight appearance! 

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The Last of Us continues to tear our hearts out while delivering its best action scenes in S01E05 "Endure and Survive." Enjoy the instant take and we'll reconvene 1 day early this week for the full recap podcast on Monday.

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Jim has some hot takes about aging. You can email him directly with your responses. A.Ron and Jim answer your burning questions and quandaries, such as…would a “Karen'' survive the apocalypse? Should there be a Christmas episode? Is the plot too simple? REMEMBER: The Instant Take will be this Friday evening after the premiere of episode five. 

If you’re looking for a good cry, check out May I Go Now? By Susan A. Jackson.

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It doesn’t matter how much you push the envelope..it will always be stationary. HA! Get it?? If you didn’t chuckle at that, you might be dead inside like Joel. After the love story interlude of last week, we’re back with Joel and Ellie in their dangerous, cross-country bonding adventure. The real threats? People and coffee addiction. 

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The Instant Talk podcast is our after show, with our own quick thoughts about the episode followed by an interactive chat discussion with our fans, live on YouTube. The first half is released as the Instant Take podcast. The audio from the interactive section is released as a premium podcast just for our club members.

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Both the show-only fans and the game players have filled the feed bag to the brim. Let’s dive into your burning questions. Is Ellie a psychopath? Do food inspection agencies not check flour at all?! And why did Frank fall into a hole? A lot of you want an answer to that one. Don’t worry, Jim and A.Ron have all the answers for you.

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As if a zombie apocalypse wasn’t enough, the characters of The Last of Us need to learn to navigate emotionally stunted relationships, too. Jim and A.Ron explore Billville with everyone’s favorite sad-man, Nick Offerman. Get your usual coverage of The Last of Us along with a dose of good and bad news in The Last of Us universe. 

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We take a bit of a detour this week to spend some time with Joel's acquaintance, Bill. He's a prepper... excuse me, a "survivalist", whose subterranean bunker is buried only slightly deeper than his heart. Join us for the instant take to hear our first impressions of The Last of Us - S01E03 - Long Long Time.

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Jim and A.Ron have harvested organic, free-range fungal feedback for you to consume. Are the trailers telling too much? Is Ellie the only immune human? Is someone out there eating raw flour? What is the rest of the world up to? On top of the questions we have a documentary recommendation and an article for you to check out. 

Toxic Black Mold is Growing in my Brain by Tyson Bottenus 

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Only two episodes in and the show is capturing the soul of the game in the action, the frightening zombies, and the tense emotional moments that build the characters. Joel, Ellie, and Tess pick their way through Boston, not a creme doughnut in sight, and face off against some savage clickers. Sacrifices must be made in order to survive. 

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“Infected” was Neil Druckmann’s television directorial debut and it was an adventure. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey give off strong Mando and Grogu vibes amidst the chaos. Watch out for the tendrils as we dissect the latest episode of The Last of Us. 

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Put down that oatmeal raisin cookie and tune in for feedback on the first episode of the sure-to-be-a-hit The Last of Us adaptation. What do you think of the sprouts-mouth? Does the excitement of the video game shine through in the show? Want to know more about fungal infections from a nurse? We have you covered. 

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Beware of elderly ladies bearing raisin oatmeal cookies. HBO has another instant hit on their hands with their adaptation of the massively popular video game, The Last of Us. Pedro Pascal proves again that he’s one of the best actors on the planet. Whether you’ve played the game or not, this zombie survival story is sure to be an entertaining and harrowing time. 

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Did you see that first episode? Well so did we and we're here to give our initial reactions to it. Join us for a spoiler-free conversation about how we thought the beginning of The Last of Us held up as a TV adaptation. We'll be back on Tuesday with a breakdown of the episode and a more well-considered discussion.

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The Last of Us is premiering on HBO soon and Bald Move is dodging clickers and breathing in the fungus to get you coverage. Former GOT cast members Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey star along with appearances from the original video game actors, Ashley Johnson and Troy Baker. With Craig Mazin, creator of Chernobyl, helming this project, this may succeed where The Walking Dead failed us. 

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