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The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us

The Fungus Among Us is a podcast dedicated to the game and tv series, The Last Of Us. Tune in for our thoughts about the adaptation into the HBO show.

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Episode 7: Flashbacks: "The Price"

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2025/05/25

In this episode of The Fungus Among Us: A Last of Us Podcast, Kelly and Paul dive deep into Episode 6, The Price, and explore how the show continues to expand the emotional landscape of The Last of Us.They reflect on the expanded look into Joel’s past and how it compares to the game, unpacking the emotional weight of Eugene’s death and Joel’s controversial decision. The episode also examines Ellie’s growing distrust and the cracks forming in her relationship with Joel.Kelly and Paul take a

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50:59

Episode 6: Spore Story: “Feel Her Love”

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2025/05/24

Spore Story: “Feel Her Love” In this episode of The Fungus Among Us: A Last of Us Podcast, Kelly and Paul dive into Episode 5 of The Last of Us. With the season finale fast approaching, tensions are rising and emotions are running high. The duo shares their strong take on the evolving dynamic between Ellie and Dina after Jesse’s return—was this the shift fans were bracing for?They also unpack the long-awaited return of airborne spores, a fan-favorite mechanic from the game, and what it

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34:26

Episode 5: Shimmering: "Day One"

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2025/05/22

Better late than never! We are catching up last of us friends. In this episode, Kelly and Paul take you deep into the heart of The Last of Us E≈with all the feels, fan theories, and fungal facts you crave.We’re breaking it all down:Where is Shimmer?!The unfolding love story between Ellie and DinaHow Dina discovers Ellie’s immunityAnd we go back—waaay back—to one of the biggest origin questions of Season Two:Was it the right thing to kill Joel?Whether you’re still recovering or ready to

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42:42

Episode 4: Grief - "The Path"

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2025/05/04

🎙 In this heartfelt episode, Paul and Kelly dive into the emotional and beautifully crafted “The Path” from The Last of Us Season 2. Kelly shares her raw, personal reaction through the lens of her own recent loss — and how her perspective changed after a second watch. Together, they unpack the show’s layered portrayal of grief after Joel’s death, and question what lies ahead for Ellie and Dina.They also break down how Tommy and Maria may have voted, and where the path leads next. Hop on as

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53:38

Episode 3: Chills - Through The Valley

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2025/05/03

🎙 In this episode, Kelly and Paul process the emotional weight of Joel’s death from the episode "Through The Valley" while watching the city of Jackson fall — a place once full of hope, now lost. Paul closes with a powerful reflection on Joel’s life and legacy, offering a thoughtful summary of his full character arc. We explore the haunting beauty of Jackson, the emotional fallout of its destruction, and why we feel Abby’s monologue resonated so deeply. What kind of Joel flashbacks might

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40:54

Episode 2: Jackson Isn’t Ready for What’s Coming

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2025/04/19

Kelly and Paul dive into the bold deviations the show makes from the original Last of Us game—and why those changes actually made them fall in love with the story all over again.⚠️ Spoiler alerts ahead!Paul drops some juicy easter eggs 🐣 while both hosts share funny and heartfelt moments watching the show with their partners who never played the game. From Gustavo Santaolalla’s haunting score 🎻 to that unexpected Crooked Still cameo, this episode is packed with chills, laughs, and deep

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46:35

Episode 1: Passage Of Time

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2025/04/13

🎙️ Better late than never! Welcome back to the pod! Your hosts, Kelly and Paul, are diving into Season 2 of The Last of Us — revisiting the show through a new lens and comparing it to the iconic game. ⚠️ Spoiler alerts in this episode!Over a decade later, the story still hits hard, but with time and perspective, we're unpacking fresh insights, renewed emotions, and some honest criticisms. From scenes that resonated even more deeply to moments that no longer landed, we’re breaking it all

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8:57

Episode 4: Jesse and Dina

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2024/01/16

Kelly and Paul talk more exciting casting news!! Join in as they do a quick dive into Jesse and Dina.

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17:14

Episode 3: The Last Of Us Casts Kaitlyn Dever as Abby!

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2024/01/11

Get ready for a fun episode as Kelly and Paul react to the highly anticipated news of Kaitlyn Dever stepping into the role of Abby in "The Last Of Us." The hosts break down their thoughts on this game-changing announcement, offering a quick dive into the latest updates and their expectations for the upcoming seasons of the show. Whether you're a gaming enthusiast or just curious about the buzz, tune in for a good time with Kelly and Pau!

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60:32

Episode 2: Savage Starlight

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/11/20

The year is 2186. The human race is under attack from the Travelers, a sinister alien threat from beyond our galaxy, and only Dr. Daniela Star stands in their way. In this episode, Kelly and Paul dig into the story of Savage Starlight, Ellie’s favorite comic book. Join our hosts as they discuss the bits of story revealed in-game and attempt to fill in the blanks using the clues provided. Along the way, they consider the parallels between Savage Starlight and Joel and Ellie’s journey,

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58:43

Episode 1: We Are Back!

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/11/17

In this episode, Kelly and Paul reunite after a 6-month hiatus to catch up on The Last of Us News! Season 2 rumors, video game updates, even a terrifying example of a real-world parasitic fungus leaping species from the leaves of plants into a mycologist’s lungs! The duo also speculates about season 2 casting and what we might see in a possible third The Last of Us game. Rejoin Kelly and Paul to celebrate The Last of Us!

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55:05

Episode 10: Reaching The Light

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2023/04/25

The long awaited episode where the powerful finale is discussed. Kelly and Paul dive into The Last Of Us, Episode 9: "Look For The Light". They had a lot of processing to do. Buckle up, things get silly and also intense! We discuss it all! Ashley Johson playing the role of Ellie’s mother and the fate of the fireflies. The famous Marlene and Joel standoff. Questions of medical ethics come into play. They also break down Joel’s choices and our interpretation of Ellie’s responses. Spoiler

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32:01

Episode 9: Baby Girl, We Are Near The End

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/03/12

Kelly and Paul dive into The Last Of Us, Episode 8: "When We Are in Need". Kelly and Paul grapple with their anxiety about the season's oncoming ending as they break down the quiet menace of David, Bella's jaw-dropping portrayal of Ellie's badass side, their love for Joel's torture scene, and the three things they hope to see in the season finale.

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25:22

Episode 8: Poetically Losing Our Minds

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/03/12

Kelly and Paul discuss their feelings about The Last Of Us, Episode 7: "Left Behind". In this episode, we break down the differences between the Left Behind DLC and its adaptation in the HBO show. They dig into the meaning behind this episode's music.

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65:02

Episode 7: A New Bekinning

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/03/12

Kelly and Paul discuss The Last Of Us, Episode 6: "Kin". In this episode, we dive into Joel’s PTSD. We break down their own experiences of trauma and how they relate to the characters in different ways. Finally, Kelly shares a theory about Joel's dreams that helps Paul fill in some missing pieces.

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39:25

Episode 6: Henry and Sam Part 2 of 2

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/02/19

Kelly and Paul navigate tough conversations in our most emotional episode so far on The Last Of Us, Episode 5: "Endure and Survive". Wonderful performances by Lamar Johnson and Keivonn Woodard, who play Henry and Sam. Paul starts out happy because he's finally seen one of his favorite parts of the game; Savage Starlight! We break down Henry and Sam, the ways they reflect Joel and Ellie's relationship, and the poetic justice in Kathleen's demise. Kelly shares a silly theory on baby clickers

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24:14

Episode 5: Henry and Sam Part 1 of 2

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/02/19

Kelly and Paul discuss their feelings about The Last Of Us, Episode 4: "Please Hold To My Hand". In this Episode, Henry and Sam Part 1 of 2, we break down the relationship of Joel and Ellie as the relationship as it transitions from duty into friendship.. Paul teases Kelly about her passion for silly jokes. Then we analyze Kathleen's motives and her burning passion to bring down Henry, and speculate about where this path may lead her.

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33:53

Episode 4: Bill and Frank

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2023/02/06

What a tearjerker! In this episode, Kelly and Paul dry their tears and discuss their feelings about The Last Of Us, Episode 3: "Long, Long Time" as Kelly drinks expired coffee and Paul stresses about his car troubles. Bill's isolation reminds both of us of our own pandemic experiences... and his dining habits can't help but remind us of Ron Swanson. Is he, perhaps, also a mirror for Joel? This beautiful episode brought out a lot of emotions and the hosts discuss their differing reactions to

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42:29

Episode 3: Twitching and Clicking Over Tess

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/01/25

Paul and Kelly break down The Last of Us Ep 2: Infected! We dig into Tess’ growing hope for a better future; and discuss the beauty and complexity of her carrying this spark of hope until her very last breath. Paul and Kelly share very different interpretations of her final moment. Paul is convinced that Joel is obsessed with Ellie’s sandwich and Kelly begins to let go of her attachment to the spores. Clickers are front and center in this episode, and our video game instincts are triggered

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84:23

Episode 2: Don't Eat The Raisin Cookies

The Last Of Us: The Fungus Among Us ·

2023/01/22

Welcome to our first full episode! We share our reactions to the show and our relationship to the game. We talk about our love for Nico Parker's portrayal of Sarah and our excitement for the entire cast of the HBO adaptation. (so good) The origin of the infection is discussed as the fungus is among us! With the outbreak year being 2003, Kelly fears what will happen to the iconic song "Future Days" and Paul shares his theory on what will happen to the band, Pearl Jam. Sit back, have a snack

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