Meghan (@steddiestories) and Stacy (@staystillreviews) sit down weekly to nerd out about their favorite show, Stranger Things. Keeping you company as we wait for the fifth and final season, we chat all about the show and the pop culture surrounding it. Come join the party!
Emotional, heart-wrenching, kind of brilliant… In this special episode, Meghan and Stacy share their initial reactions to the long-anticipated new Djo album, The Crux, exploring the musical influences evident in the songs and the nostalgia it evokes. We discuss the album's journey from heartbreak to healing, the significance of friendships and family in the music, and the personal growth reflected in the lyrics. Interspersed throughout our conversation are voice memos from other Djo fans who shared their first impressions and favorite songs. Collectively, we all connected very deeply to this album, finding the themes relatable and inspiring. If you haven’t listened to Joe Keery’s third and most personal album, go check it out immediately and then tune in to this episode to hear how it resonated with fans.
In this episode, Stacy and Meghan catch up about Meghan’s recent trip to New York City to see Stranger Things on Broadway and Sadie Sink’s new play, John Proctor is the Villain. Stacy was sick and missed the trip, so Meghan recounts it for her in great detail, including culinary adventures, navigating the city, and unexpected celebrity encounters. We get into the immersive aspects of the production, as well as the character development and emotional impact of the First Shadow. If you don’t want too many details about the plot, you may want to skip 34:15-38:30 and 40:25-42:58 which get into minor spoiler/content warning territory. Finally, Meghan attended a listening party for Joe Keery’s new Djo album The Crux in Brooklyn and recounts that experience as well. Follow along to feel like you were on this NYC adventure, too! Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast
In this special episode, Stacy and Meghan are joined by Stacy’s sister Alexis for a long-anticipated conversation about the world of Stephen King. Alexis and Stacy share the impact of King's storytelling on their childhood and how it shaped their interests in horror and literature. They discuss the challenges of adapting King's extensive works into films and series, sharing their thoughts on various adaptations and what makes them resonate with audiences. We delve deep into the themes present in Stephen King's works, like It, Stand By Me, Firestarter, and more, discussing the supernatural elements, the nature of fear, the role of children in horror narratives, and the emotional depth of characters. We also explore the nostalgic feelings evoked by Stranger Things and how it draws from King's influence, particularly in character arcs and thematic elements. Finally, the discussion touches on the anticipation for the upcoming season five of Stranger Things, and Alexis shares some of her hopes and theories. Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast
An in-depth discussion of Chapter Three: The Case of the Missing Lifeguard.In this episode of Skull Rock Broadcast, hosts Meghan and Stacy brave the storm and channel their inner Nancy Drew to investigate 'The Case of the Missing Lifeguard.' The episode is rich with symbolism, particularly the stormy weather reflecting the brewing tensions in Hawkins. We start out at the ultimate 80s sleepover with Max and Eleven, with a supernatural spin, but they see something unsettling happening with Billy. For the rest of the episode, they follow the clues to figure out what is going on with him. Mike and Lucas are too busy worrying about their (ex-)girlfriends to get into Will’s D&D campaign, which leads to an emotional moment between Will and Mike and Will violently mourning the loss of his childhood by destroying Castle Byers. Hopper isn’t happy with Joyce after she stood him up at Enzo’s to spend time with Scott Clarke, but he humors her and takes her to explore the lab, where they find more than what they bargained for. Our own Nancy is also putting together clues about what is happening with the rats and the missing fertilizer, but when the rest of the Hawkins Post staff shoots her down, she decides she needs more proof. Over at Starcourt, Dustin and Steve are the worst spies ever and Robin cracks the code, in one of the most entertaining Scoops Troop storylines. The episode concludes with a creepy dinner scene with Heather's family and a shocking ending set to 'American Pie.’ In the episode we also discuss various other topics like childhood memories related to lightning safety, the impressive transitions from scene to scene, and cinematic references to horror films. In our merch segment, Stacy unboxes a mystery box filled with some great Stranger Things goodies. Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast
An in-depth discussion of Chapter Two: The Mall Rats. "We in it” and we’re back with another Season 3 episode! One of our absolute favorite episodes of all time, this episode includes Max showing Eleven that there is “more to life than stupid boys” while they go shopping together at Starcourt Mall. Dustin and Steve are reunited with the most epic secret handshake that demonstrates the unlikely friendship that has developed between them since bonding over buckets of beef last season. When Steve tries to help with a translation, it turns out his new co-worker Robin might be the better person for the job. We also chat about Nancy and Jonathan investigating the literal rats and Joyce taking a little field trip to learn more about magnets (and standing Jim up for their date at Enzo’s). Cue Madonna and get ready for the fun and chaos of this conversation. Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast