In this episode, we cover one of the most powerful Season 1 entries. "All the Best Cowboys..." serves as both a follow up to "White Rabbit" and a thrilling continuation of the twist at the end of "Raised by Another." Pierce and Derek discuss why this feels like LOST reaching a turning point, the magnificence of John Terry, and carefully touch on the uncomfortable racial politics of Michael's relationship with Walt.

The musical theme we mention at the very end of this episode is called "Life and Death," by series composer Michael Giacchino. It is first played when Jack discovered the caves in "White Rabbit," and returns in this episode when Jack tells the board his father caused his patient's death, and when Jack resuscitates Charlie.

Original Airdate: December 8, 2004

Writer: Javier Grillo-Marxuach

Director: Stephen Williams

This episode of "Losing Lost" was edited by Pierce Nahigyan.