Episode 6: Spore Story: “Feel Her Love”

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 means for Ellie’s immunity and the infected world at large. This week also brings a deeper look at the shifting power between the WLF and the Scars, with themes of loyalty, fear, and control dominating the episode. And then there’s that unforgettable confrontation with Nora... You won’t want to miss Kelly’s reaction to the episode’s ending.Plus, the team shares what they’re currently watching and playing across movies, TV, and games—and revisit a classic moment from their friendship with the infamous carrot finger story (yes, it still makes them laugh a decade later). Finally, Kelly confesses she was never really into gory horror movies—and shocks Paul with a popular film she actually - did not like.