An in-depth discussion of Chapter Eight: The Battle of Starcourt. Happy Battle of Starcourt Day! In this podcast episode, Meghan and Stacy dive deep into the complexities of the final episode of season 3 of Stranger Things, which is set on this very day in 1985. One of our favorite episodes of the show, this is a dramatic, fast-paced, and action-packed cinematic masterpiece, reminiscent of nostalgic 80s blockbuster films, and one of the best pieces of television to ever exist (in our humble opinions). From humor to heroic moments, characters like Hopper, Nancy, and Steve steal the show with a fireworks-filled Starcourt Mall as the backdrop. Our conversation touches on the epic musical moment between Dustin and Suzie, as well as other songs used throughout the episode. We discuss the emotional performance Dacre Montgomery gives as Billy Hargrove, and the themes of redemption and sacrifice. The aftermath of the events in season 3 is also highlighted as we discuss the emotional epilogue. Finally, we give some updates on what else to expect from the podcast this summer, shout out some fun merch we’ve added to our collections this past week, and give a little reading update. You can support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast

An in-depth discussion of Chapter Seven: The Bite. In this podcast episode, Meghan and Stacy explore the seventh episode of season 3 of Stranger Things, analyzing its nostalgic elements, character dynamics, and the ongoing threats of the Russians and the Mind Flayer. The conversation is filled with humorous anecdotes, personal experiences, and reflections on the emotional connections to the characters. Some highlights of ‘The Bite’ include lots of fireworks, questionable first aid, trash popcorn, confusing time travel, apologies and confessions, favorite carnival rides, and lots of laughter. We had a blast chatting about this action-packed episode that prepares us for the blockbuster movie of a final episode. You definitely don’t have to be an American citizen to join in this patriotic fun! Don’t forget to check out our current giveaway on Instagram @skullrockbroadcast and support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast

An in-depth discussion of Chapter Six: E Pluribus Unum. In this episode of our Stranger Things podcast, Stacy and Meghan celebrate the start of summer break, discussing an exciting giveaway and Patreon specials. Then we dive into a detailed analysis of the sixth episode of Season 3, exploring its heavy themes, character dynamics, and the significance of the episode title. The conversation flows from the setup of the Fun Fair and the chaos in the hospital, to the misadventures of the Scoops Troop in the Russian base. There are some hard scenes to watch as Steve Harrington and Robin Buckley get caught and go through some awful things at the hands of the Soviets, and we explore the emotional connection formed through their shared trauma. Dustin and Erica are real American heroes, coming to their aid. There is also an exploration of trauma through Billy's character, as El enters his mind to search for the Mind Flayer. Hopper, Joyce, Alexei, and Murray finally start to understand each other, and their dynamic brings some much needed levity and humor to an otherwise dark episode. It’s the one year anniversary of our Patreon community, so come celebrate with us at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast