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Feb 2023
1h 35m

'The Last of Us’ Episode 5 Deep Dive

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Joanna and Mallory are back to dive deep into Episode 5 of ‘The Last of Us.’ They break down everything from the introduction of Henry and Sam to the development of Kathleen as an antagonist. Then, they discuss the heartbreaking ending to the episode and how it could change Ellie going forward. Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Associate Producer: Ca ... Show More
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