Idle Ride

It's finally here! The wrap of The Last of Us season 1.  Paul and Marcy do the clip show of your dreams! If you've been jonesing for just a little more The Last of Us while waiting on Season 2, this is the episode for you. We discuss all the favorites and mosts of the episode.  If you haven't figured it out yet, we're in it for the journey not the final destination. Also with Last of Us homework, we give you book ideas and discuss the musical stylings of the show.

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John Bolds, host of the Open Pike Night podcast and producer of Marcy's old show Green Shirt: A Newbies Trek Through the Next Generation, joins for this episode of Idle Ride. The gang all gets involved in Paul's Pathology as we examine why Ellie is immune to the virus. Joel goes John Wick on the Fireflies and Marcy's on board with it!  John just can't stop talking about Salt Lake City.  And the group finishes up with a discussion on what might be coming in Season 2 of The Last of Us. Lots of laughs and tears to be had in this episode.

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Marcy and Paul get philosophical in this episode! Paul defines the term "venison" so that audiences can pick up on cannibal code. Marcy copes with violence through laughter. The pastor cult leader vibe prompts both hosts to tell their stories of being atheists.  They also discuss how the TV show does justice to one of the most memorable cut scenes from the video game. In the end, Marcy and Paul just can't help but cry when Joel and Ellie reunite. Join us for the penultimate episode of this season of The Last of Us!

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Left Behind is an episode composed primarily of a flashback to Ellie's first love and loss. Paul and Marcy do a lot of awing over this adorable episode. They also discuss how they hate being pranked, which naturally comes with some good prank stories.  Experience their disappointment at Ellie's tragic inability to hold on to happy moments. They also continue to be impressed with the show runners dedication to staying true to the video game, while adding new depth to this amazing story.

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This was an amazing episode of The Last of Us! Kin really delves deep into the meaning of family. Paul and I clue into some foreshadowing for the upcoming episodes, discuss the importance of dogs and horses in the apocalypse, and continue to hone our imaginary NPCs. There is also lots of tears as Joel opens up to Tommy about his weaknesses and Marcy describes the Journey of Joel's softening. Don't miss this emotional and poignant episode.

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Paul and Marcy have been waiting for the episode Endure and Survive for quite some time. Two of the most beloved side characters from the game, Sam and Henry, join Ellie and Joel for a short time on their journey to Wyoming. Despite the sad ending, there is some fun to be had during this somber episode. Paul continues to force Marcy to talk about the Kathleen storyline, but  Marcy continues to reveal her bloodthirsty nature as she revels in the deaths of Kathleen and Perry at the hands of clickers. We finally get that boss fight Marcy has been dying to see!  And the hosts just can't stop talking about the blooming relationship between Ellie and Joel. Join us so we can laugh and grieve together!

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For a 45 minute episode Please Hold My Hand sure packs a punch! Paul gives us a lesson on why gasoline wouldn't really last 20 years into the apocalypse. Marcy realizes that movies with kids being protected by badass adults is her trope of choice.  There are plenty of pop culture references to keep you coming back for more.

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Marcy and Paul are joined by Producer John to discuss Ep 3 of The Last of Us. Marcy gets excited about tampons in the apocalypse, Paul gives us the skinny on Sulfuric Acid, and John isn't sure about those quarantine signs.  Don't worry, there are plenty of random references to books and movies sprinkled throughout that'll give you the hit of nostalgia your body craves.

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While discussing Episode 2 of The Last of Us,  Marcy and Paul mention several related movies and books. Featured movies and books include: Lord of the Rings, The Bad Batch, Arrival, Love and Monsters, Prince of Tides, Mad Max, Labyrinth, The Blood of Heroes, Stiff, and Finding The Mother Tree.  What are Marcy and Paul's automatic reactions to fear? You'll get to hear their personal stories of cowardice this episode.

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Marcy and Paul discuss the movie length first episode of the The Last of Us.  The episode starts with a break down of scenes that remind the hosts of the video game, Which includes a moment where Joel's brother Tommy gets a very special nick name! Followed by a discussion of what the TV Show Series did better than the game and where the episode fell a little short of expectations. Many references to other pop culture books, shows, and movies can be found in the colorful conversation between these two hosts.

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