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The Cast of Us | An untitled HBO The Last of Us Podcast

Matt Rorabeck and Eric Marchen
The Last Of Us
Joel
Ellie
HBO
The Fireflies
Cordyceps
Surgery
Ashley Johnson
Marlene
Abby
Salt Lake City
David
Chef Boyardee
Cannibalism
Survival
Faith
Pedro Pascal
Season 2
Game Of Thrones
Caitlin Dever

A weekly after-show with reviews, recaps and discussions on HBO’s The Last of Us by untitled movie podcast hosts Matt Rorabeck & Eric Marchen.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes14Founded3 years ago
Categories
TV & FilmVideo GamesLeisureAfter Shows

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Latest Episodes

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 "The Path”.Episode 203: “The Path”

Directed by Peter Hoar

Written by Craig Mazin

Original Air Date: April 28, 2025

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 2 "Through The Valley". Episode 202: “Through The Valley”

Directed by Mark Mylod

Written by Craig Mazin

Original Air Date: April... more

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 1 "Future Days". Episode 201: “Future Days”

Directed by Craig Mazin

Written by Craig Mazin

Original Air Date: April 13, 2025

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 1 Episode 9 "Look For The Light". Episode 109: “Look For The Light”

Directed by Ali Abbasi

Written by Craig Mazin & Neil Druckmann

Origina... more

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth spoiler-free review of Season 2 of HBO’S The Last of Us starring Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, Isabela Merced, and Young Mazino.

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 1 Episode 8 "When We Are in Need". Episode 108: “When We Are in Need”

Directed by Ali Abbasi

Written by Craig Mazin

Original Air Date: Mar... more

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 1 Episode 7 "Left Behind". Episode 107: “Left Behind”

Directed by Liza Johnson

Written by Neil Druckmann

Original Air Date February 26, 20... more

On this episode of THE CAST OF US Matt & Eric give an in-depth recap and review of HBO's The Last of Us Season 1 Episode 5 "Endure & Survive". Episode 104: “Endure & Survive”

Directed by Jeremy Webb

Written by Craig Mazin

Original Air Date February ... more

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Hosts

Matt Rorabeck
One of the hosts who provides insights on episodes, emphasizing character motivations and thematic elements throughout 'The Last of Us'.
Eric Marchen
Co-host who contributes to breakdowns and discussions, often contrasting perspectives on the show's direction and character arcs.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Perspective Problems

    I get that the guys in this pod have seen the series in its entirety but it really makes episodic podcasts a problem when they’re commenting on each one as part of the whole.

    Also - why no episode 5 review??

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BiggieBry
    United States3 years ago
  • Poorly written, planned, and produced

    The speakers are plain annoying to listen to. One constantly interjects and interrupts, and the other constantly stutters and second guesses all of his thoughts.

    Both speakers put minimal work into forming their thoughts before opening their wide mouths.

    Long story short:

    This podcast has no redeeming factors.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KyleNaka
    United States3 years ago
  • Started out lacking chemistry, but well done by 3rd episode

    Just some honest criticism, but one of the presenters always interrupts the other as if he doesn’t listen, doesn’t care what the other person has to say, thinks he is the final word on every topic, and is too busy trying to be heard. It is really distracting, and quite frankly, you can tell that the other presenter doesn’t like it. There were noticeable sighs by the offended presenter in both episodes that I’ve heard. It seems like you seriously don’t like each other. It’s that lack of chemistry... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    VegasN8tive
    United States3 years ago
  • Get HYPED!

    Happy to hear a massive fans perspective along with Eric who he forces to hear about his passion for the game. (I kid!) but seriously these weekly breakdowns are gonna rock!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spartan399
    Canada3 years ago
  • A Must Listen!

    Matt is one of the biggest fans of The Last of Us ever! Looking forward to hearing his discussion with Eric every week on what is an already incredible show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    danielpaulbaptista
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Criticism often targets the presentation style between hosts, with suggestions for better chemistry during discussions.
Fans express enjoyment over the unique perspectives offered by hosts familiar with gaming and those new to the narrative, enhancing the dialogue.
The hosts' passion for the source material resonates well with audiences, leading to overall positive feedback on their reviews.
Listeners appreciate the deep dive discussions and insights into character motivations in series, particularly the emotional weight of events throughout the narrative.

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What is The Cast of Us about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content primarily revolves around detailed discussions and breakdowns of episodes from HBO’s adaptation of a popular video game series, focusing on narrative intricacies, character developments, and thematic elements. Notable topics include the exploration of revenge, morality in a dystopian setting, and the emotional weight of character choices, particularly surrounding pivotal characters like Joel and Ellie. The hosts incorporate comparative analysis between the show and original video game narratives, showcasing differences in storytelling techniques and character arcs. Audience engagement is enhanced through reviews that highlight emotional impacts and community dynamics within the show, revealing the hosts' strong fandom and varied per... more

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