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What does it mean to trust someone in a world falling apart?Join Prof Noctis and Evan as they dive deep into Episode 4 of The Last of Us Season 2 — “Day One.” From Isaac’s cold open and the introduction of the Scars to Ellie and Dina’s rooftop moment, we explore the layered themes of grief, intimacy, loyalty, and the human cost of survival.🔍 Topics this episode:Isaac’s explosive debut and Jeffrey Wright’s chilling performanceDina and Ellie’s long-awaited emotional (and physical) connectionThat unforgettable guitar scene: “Take On Me” reimaginedReligious zeal, rebellion, and the morality of warTurnstiles, trust, and terrible fears (spaghetti anyone?)What The Last of Us teaches us about second thoughts and second chances🎙️ Thoughtful, funny, and heartfelt — this one’s packed with insight and a few terrible puns. Stick around to hear how Wade’s family is coping with Joel’s fate, why kale trivia might save your life, and whether or not Josh Peck is in this episode (?!).📌 Like, comment, and subscribe for more recaps, lecture plays, and video game storytelling analysis every week.#TheLastOfUs #TLOU2 #GamingLectureSeries #ProfNoctis #HBO-------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  Also connect with us on BlueSky now!Wade/Prof - https://bsky.app/profile/profnoctis.b...Evan - https://bsky.app/profile/whiskerss.bs...______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 2 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

In Episode 3 of The Last of Us Season 2 ("The Path"), we step into a quieter, heavier chapter — one full of grief, reflection, and the growing tension that promises to erupt in violence.In this full recap and analysis, we unpack:-The aftermath of Joel’s death and Ellie’s emotional shutdown-How Gail challenges Ellie’s denial and forces her to confront her pain-Dina’s quiet strength and what true friendship looks like in a broken world-The introduction of the mysterious Seraphites—and why their philosophy matters-Justice, family, duty, and how Ellie's motivations are shifting in dangerous waysWe also explore some big questions:-Does trauma define us? -Can nurture change our nature? -And what happens when the lines between justice and revenge begin to blur?As storm clouds gather over Seattle, Ellie and Dina head into the unknown and into a future more perilous than they realize.Join us for this deep dive into grief, growth, and the gathering storms.New episodes every Monday after The Last of Us Season 2 airs!Plus, live gameplay + thematic lectures every Tuesday night.#TheLastOfUs #TLOU2 #GamingLectureSeries #ProfNoctis #HBO #Max-------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  Also connect with us on BlueSky now!Wade/Prof - https://bsky.app/profile/profnoctis.b...Evan - https://bsky.app/profile/whiskerss.bs...______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 2 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

FULL SPOILERS AHEAD!In this breakdown of The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 2, ProfNoctis and Evan unpack one of the most brutal, unforgettable moments in the series so far. From Abby’s monologue to Ellie’s final goodbye, we analyze the emotional intersection of revenge, loss, and what it means to be human in a world this broken.We explore:– The symbolism of Joel’s death– The theology and psychology of revenge– Why Abby’s crew just watched– How this episode mirrors the game and subverts expectations– And how survival strips us down to our worst instincts💬 What did Joel mean to you? Can Ellie ever find closure? Let us know in the comments.📺 New recaps every week.#thelastofus  #TLOU2 #JoelMiller #ProfNoctis #TheLastOfUsHBO #Revenge #Ellie #Abby #HBOmax #TLOURecap #GamingLectureSeriesJoin me, Professor Noctis-- a real-life professor of religion, myth, and video games-, this spring for an in-depth exploration of The Last of Us in our biggest lecture series yet! Following along with each episode of the award-winning Max (formerly HBO) show, we'll examine both the show and the video game through the lenses of biomedical ethics, mycology, philosophy, psychology, religion and more-- all informed by university-level research. Through deep-dive interviews and livestreams, we'll unravel the game's deeper meanings, and bring along key experts in the field to help us make sense of it all.For the series, you'll get THREE episodes a week:MONDAY: Episode Recaps, starting with season 1 and continuing through season 2TUESDAY: Live lecture-playthroughs (Let's Plays + Lectures) of that episode's section the Playstation gameWEDNESDAY: Deep-dive discussions and interviews with key expertsDon't forget to subscribe and join the Discord community for more discussions. See you in class!#thelastofus #tlou #tlou2 #education -------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 2 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

The Last of Us Season 2 has officially begun, and we're kicking off with a full deep-dive into Episode 1: "Future Days."In this recap and analysis, ProfNoctis and Evan break down:-The emotional return to Jackson-New characters and their mysterious motivations-Joel's therapy sessions (!)-Ellie's jiu-jitsu skills and character growth-The meaning behind "Reality is just a collective hunch"-How Season 2 is already different from the game-Big predictions for the season (spoilers at the end!)Plus, we introduce The Best of Us — our new lightning-round segment where we highlight our favorite moments from the episode!🛎️ New to the channel?Make sure to subscribe, hit that bell 🔔, and join us every week for full Last of Us Season 2 breakdowns!🎙️ Prefer audio?Find the ProfNoctis Weekly Show wherever you get your podcasts!👇 Tell us in the comments:What was YOUR favorite moment from Episode 1? And what do you think "Future Days" is setting up for the rest of the season?#lastofus #lastofus2 #thelastofus #hbo #lastofusmax #lectureseries #profnoctis-------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday! https://youtube.com/@ProfNoctisCheck out my Livestream! http://twitch.tv/ProfNoctishttps://twitter.com/ProfNoctishttps://www.instagram.com/ProfNoctishttps://www.tiktok.com/@profnoctisJoin Prof's Classroom discussions: https://discord.gg/mcrHhcZ3Fk__CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 2 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-profnoctis-weekly-show/id1756568221Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJkxyxYwAR0Q0UMLS?si=2bc5e59640d54c9c__RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=wade (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

Join ProfNoctis and Evan as they sit down with acclaimed video essayist Aleczandxr for a powerful deep dive into the soul of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.In this special DLC installment of the Rebirth Lecture Series, we explore how hope, despair, and the human spirit are intricately woven into the game's narrative. From Aerith’s heartbreaking choices to Sephiroth’s overwhelming pull toward oblivion, we discuss the emotional storytelling, Yogācāra Buddhist influences, the mystery of the White Materia, and why the small, joyful moments matter most.Whether you’re a hardcore theorycrafter or a first-time player moved by the story’s emotional punch, this conversation will give you a fresh lens to appreciate Final Fantasy VII Rebirth—and life itself.🌟 Featuring insights from ‪@Aleczandxr‬,  creator of the epic 9-hour Rebirth analysis you NEED to see -- check it out here:    • The Story of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth ...  .Don't miss this one. Hope is tangible—and it's just getting started.0:00 -- Intro1:30 -- AJ's Backstory -- through anime?!13:45 -- Dealing with burnout33:00 -- An Interesting Relationship with FF742:00 -- Cosmo Canyon, The Lifestream, and Hope1:25:00 -- The True Power of Holy#ff7r #finalfantasy7 #finalfantasy #ff7rebirth #finalfantasyvii #ffvii  -------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...-------------------------------------------------🔥Get $$$ OFF with Code: ProfNoctisChair info :DXRacer Drifting Series Final Fantasy VII Rebirth/ XLShop the same:https://geni.us/BfuM3A#DXRacer #gamingchair #gamingperipherals------------------------------------------------- New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join my Discord for even more discussion!   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for PS5: https://amzn.to/3LcnOxP

"Tifa represents more than just memory—she represents the heart of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s true message. In this deep and thoughtful conversation with ‪@SubTXT_‬ following the release of his amazing video (   • Why FF7 Rebirth Didn’t End How ANYONE...  . During the chat, we talk about his origin story in storytelling, the ending of Rebirth, and-- most interestingly-- TIFA.Also, since so many of you asked— check out ‪@Maximilian_Dood‬’s reaction to SubTXT’s video here: https://www.youtube.com/live/W_eoLCVD...Enjoy!00:00:00 -- Welcome, Subtxt!00:08:45 -- Subtxt's Origin Story00:14:45 -- Making the Video00:46:33-- Mini-Game Stretch Break00:56:44-- Subtxt's Expertise01:01:39-- Rethinking TIFA01:22:45-- Strength, Control, Acceptance01:38:04 -- Closing (and thanking the Whispers)#ff7r #finalfantasy7 #finalfantasy #ff7rebirth #finalfantasyvii #ffvii  -------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...-------------------------------------------------🔥Get $$$ OFF with Code: ProfNoctisChair info :DXRacer Drifting Series Final Fantasy VII Rebirth/ XLShop the same:https://geni.us/BfuM3A#DXRacer #gamingchair #gamingperipherals------------------------------------------------- New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join my Discord for even more discussion!   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for PS5: https://amzn.to/3LcnOxPGeek Therapy Card Deck for Clients and Therapists: 87 Practices to Improve Thoughts, Build Insight, Take Action in Your Life, & DestressCreated by Anthony Beanhttps://amzn.to/3VUyPKi

Joel’s choice changed everything. In this finale deep dive, ProfNoctis and Evan unpack the philosophy behind Joel’s decision, Ellie’s search for meaning, and what it means for Season 2. Was he right — or horribly wrong?___________The Last of Us Lecture Series:Join me, Professor Noctis-- a real-life professor of religion, myth, and video games-, this spring for an in-depth exploration of The Last of Us in our biggest lecture series yet! Following along with each episode of the award-winning Max (formerly HBO) show, we'll examine both the show and the video game through the lenses of biomedical ethics, mycology, philosophy, psychology, religion and more-- all informed by university-level research. Through deep-dive interviews and livestreams, we'll unravel the game's deeper meanings, and bring along key experts in the field to help us make sense of it all.For the series, you'll get THREE episodes a week:MONDAY: Episode Recaps, starting with season 1 and continuing through season 2TUESDAY: Live lecture-playthroughs (Let's Plays + Lectures) of that episode's section the Playstation gameWEDNESDAY: Deep-dive discussions and interviews with key expertsDon't forget to subscribe and join the Discord community for more discussions. See you in class!#thelastofus #tlou #tlou2 #education -------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

The countdown to season 2 continues with a new recap! In this episode, we examine cult behavior through the story of David and the cannibals! Join me, Professor Noctis-- a real-life professor of religion, myth, and video games-, this spring for an in-depth exploration of The Last of Us in our biggest lecture series yet! Following along with each episode of the award-winning Max (formerly HBO) show, we'll examine both the show and the video game through the lenses of biomedical ethics, mycology, philosophy, psychology, religion and more-- all informed by university-level research. Through deep-dive interviews and livestreams, we'll unravel the game's deeper meanings, and bring along key experts in the field to help us make sense of it all.For the series, you'll get THREE episodes a week:MONDAY: Episode Recaps, starting with season 1 and continuing through season 2TUESDAY: Live lecture-playthroughs (Let's Plays + Lectures) of that episode's section the Playstation gameWEDNESDAY: Deep-dive discussions and interviews with key expertsDon't forget to subscribe and join the Discord community for more discussions. See you in class!#thelastofus #tlou #tlou2 #education -------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

Explore the hidden depths of 'Left Behind' as the Kubler Ross model maps out Ellie's complex emotional landscape in a devastated world._____________Join me, Professor Noctis-- a real-life professor of religion, myth, and video games-, this spring for an in-depth exploration of The Last of Us in our biggest lecture series yet! Following along with each episode of the award-winning Max (formerly HBO) show, we'll examine both the show and the video game through the lenses of biomedical ethics, mycology, philosophy, psychology, religion and more-- all informed by university-level research. Through deep-dive interviews and livestreams, we'll unravel the game's deeper meanings, and bring along key experts in the field to help us make sense of it all.For the series, you'll get THREE episodes a week:MONDAY: Episode Recaps, starting with season 1 and continuing through season 2TUESDAY: Live lecture-playthroughs (Let's Plays + Lectures) of that episode's section the Playstation gameWEDNESDAY: Deep-dive discussions and interviews with key expertsDon't forget to subscribe and join the Discord community for more discussions. See you in class!#thelastofus #tlou #tlou2 #education -------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)

In this episode, Joel finally has a breakthrough in understanding his own trauma and how that impacts his relationship with Ellie. We discuss all the twists and turns in episode 6 of The Last of Us here!Join me, Professor Noctis-- a real-life professor of religion, myth, and video games-, this spring for an in-depth exploration of The Last of Us in our biggest lecture series yet! Following along with each episode of the award-winning Max (formerly HBO) show, we'll examine both the show and the video game through the lenses of biomedical ethics, mycology, philosophy, psychology, religion and more-- all informed by university-level research. Through deep-dive interviews and livestreams, we'll unravel the game's deeper meanings, and bring along key experts in the field to help us make sense of it all.For the series, you'll get THREE episodes a week:MONDAY: Episode Recaps, starting with season 1 and continuing through season 2TUESDAY: Live lecture-playthroughs (Let's Plays + Lectures) of that episode's section the Playstation gameWEDNESDAY: Deep-dive discussions and interviews with key expertsDon't forget to subscribe and join the Discord community for more discussions. See you in class!#thelastofus #tlou #tlou2 #education -------------------------------------------------New episodes of the ProfNoctis Weekly Show release every Monday!    / @profnoctis  Check out my Livestream!   / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis    / profnoctis  Join Prof's Classroom discussions:   / discord  ______________________________CLASS SUPPLIES and EXTRA CREDITAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Playstation 5 Console: https://amzn.to/46GNBb6The Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/4hf5YIKThe Last of Us: Part 1 for PS5: https://amzn.to/40IJjxjThe Last of Us and Philosophy by Charles Joshua Horn: https://amzn.to/4hDKvsFPsychology and The Last of Us by Anthony Bean: https://amzn.to/4hDOm9i-------------------------------------------------Want to listen to the ProfNoctis Show on-the-go? Check out our audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A9WZpJ...______________________________RIVERSIDE FM: The Preferred Podcast Program of ProfNoctisAlso, we're excited to use the BEST Video Podcasting program around: Riverside FM! Check out and see if this program is for you. https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... (As a Riverside Affiliate, we receive a commission on all new subscriptions through this link)