When you’re lost in the darkness, Look for the Light. Hosted by Stuart Traynor (@stuartdrinkstea) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling), this podcast dives deep into every episode of HBO’s The Last of Us, exploring its characters, themes, and connections to the beloved video game. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the journey, join us each week as we navigate the heartbreak, hope, and humanity of Joel and Ellie’s world.
Before the highly anticipated premiere of The Last of Us Season 2, Jess and Stuart are taking a journey back through Season 1 to revisit every heartbreaking moment, unforgettable character, and hidden detail. Whether you’re catching up or reliving the story, join us as we break down the season.
New episodes every Monday!
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When you’re lost in the darkness, Look for the Light. Hosted by Stuart Traynor (@stuartdrinkstea) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling), this podcast dives deep into every episode of HBO’s The Last of Us, exploring its characters, themes, and connections to the beloved video game. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the journey, join us each week as we navigate the heartbreak, hope, and humanity of Joel and Ellie’s world.
Before the highly anticipated premiere of The Last of Us Season 2, Jess and Stuart are taking a journey back through Season 1 to revisit every heartbreaking moment, unforgettable character, and hidden detail. Whether you’re catching up or reliving the story, join us as we break down the season.
New episodes every Monday!
Follow us on all social media @lookforthelightpod
Watch us on YouTube! @LookfortheLightPod
Email us at lookforthelightpodcast@gmail.com
Before Ellie met Joel, before she truly understood what it meant to survive, there was Riley. This week, we dive into Left Behind, an episode that explores Ellie’s past, her first love, and the heartbreak that shaped her. We break down the emotional highs and devastating lows of Ellie and Riley’s night in the mall—from the excitement of the escalators, the photo booth, and Mortal Kombat II to the tragic encounter that changed everything.
We discuss the themes of love, loss, and finding joy in a broken world, as well as how the show adapts Left Behind from the game. Plus, we analyze the impact of Ellie’s fear of abandonment, Riley’s difficult choices, and the moment Ellie decides she’ll never leave someone she loves behind again.
And of course, we cover the Easter eggs, the changes from the game, and why it’s never safe to have fun in the apocalypse.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
02:21 – Joel’s Medical Crisis
07:03 – School Days
22:25 – The Mall at Night
33:30 – Photobooth + Arcade
42:26 – Riley is Leaving
48:40 – Halloween Store
1:02:57 – Ellie Helps Joel
1:09:40 – Episode In Review
1:16:10 – Spoiler Section
New episodes every Monday!
Follow us on all social media @lookforthelightpod
Watch us on YouTube @LookfortheLightPod
Email us at lookforthelightpodcast@gmail.com
Artwork provided by Olly Gibbs (www.ollygibbs.com)
Music provided by Epidemic Sound
Look for the Light | The Last of Us Podcast
When you’re lost in the darkness, Look for the Light. Hosted by Stuart Traynor (@stuartdrinkstea) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling), this podcast dives deep into every episode of HBO’s The Last of Us, exploring its characters, themes, and connections to the beloved video game. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the journey, join us each week as we navigate the heartbreak, hope, and humanity of Joel and Ellie’s world.
Before the highly anticipated premiere of The Last of Us Season 2, Jess and Stuart are taking a journey back through Season 1 to revisit every heartbreaking moment, unforgettable character, and hidden detail. Whether you’re catching up or reliving the story, join us as we break down the season.
New episodes every Monday!
Follow us on all social media @lookforthelightpod
Watch us on YouTube! @LookfortheLightPod
Email us at lookforthelightpodcast@gmail.com
