Vecna. Lenora Hills. And Eleven is a Liar!

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S4E1: El writes letters to Mike. She’s also lying about her new experience in Lenora Hills. Suzie helps Dustin cheat. Lucas hits the game-winning bucket. Will he finally be popular? Joyce gets a Russian doll in the mail and then smashes it with a paint can. Something is wrong with Chrissy. Eddie is weird. But also, he’s kind of cool. Are Jonathan and Nancy doing OK? El tries to use her powers on Angela but they’re gone. Chrissy gets possessed with some sort of demon and her body go nuts. Eddie freaks out. And we’re left with more questions than answers. Which is pretty typical of Stranger Things!

Demons. Season Four. And Was Max Levitating?

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Was Max floating? Will Hopper join back with the squad? Will Eleven get her powers back?! It’s been over two years since our last episode. And now that the first half of Stranger Things Season 4 releases in under a month, we figured it was time to hop back on and record another episode! Follow with us as we watch the Season 4 trailer and give our thoughts for what might have this season!

Suzie! Meat Babies. And is Hopper Really Dead?

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S3E8: Jonathan cuts open Eleven’s leg. A meat baby hops out. And, yes, it’s gross. Joyce asks out Hopper. Murray hates children. And SUZIE IS REAL! The Scoops Troop put on a firework show. Billy sacrifices himself. And Eleven loses her powers? The Terminator dies. Where are all the Russians? And in the midst of chaos, there is joy. We tackle all these things and more on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

Smirnoff. Meat Flayer. And Blank Makes You Crazy!

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S3E7: The Fun Fair has begun. The Mind Flayer is on the loose. And Alexei is shot in the chest (RIP Smirnoff). Joyce punches the Mayor. Hopper shoots the Terminator. And the Mind Flayer takes a bite out of Eleven’s leg. Black to the Future is playing. Mike loves Eleven (obviously). And Lucas and Will grab a bunch of fireworks. We tackle Stranger Things Season 3 Episode 7 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

Slurpees. Scoops Ahoy. And Girlfriends Don’t Lie, They Spy!

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S3E6: Steve is a human punching bag. The Meat Flayer melts. And then Hopper goes nuts on Alexei. Mike loves Eleven. El visits Billy in the Void. And girlfriends don’t lie, (apparently) they spy. Dustin saves the day. Bodies start melting. And now the Meat Flayer is about to wreak some havoc. We tackle Stranger Things Season 3 Episode 6 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

Trivia. How Well Do You Know Stranger Things Season 2?

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What is the name of the shadow monster? Who says, “Nobody normal ever accomplished anything meaningful in this world?” Who doesn’t get to dance at the Snow Ball? Bella is asked a bunch of trivia questions but finding the answers isn’t as easy as she might think … it actually might be a little too easy!

Alexei. The Flayed. And Steve Finally Wins a Fight.

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S3E5: Hooper and Joyce fight the Terminator. And then they meet Alexei. Eleven sees Hopper in the Void. Steve is looking at you, Roast Beef. The Mind Flayer flays people’s minds (obviously). And this episode was blatantly endorsed by Coca Cola. Hopper jacks the Todfather’s car. Steve finally won a fight. And, apparently, Erica’s mom will hunt you down and slit your throat. We tackle Stranger Things Season 3 Episode 5 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

4:00 • Will Erica’s mom hunt us all down?
5:45 • Looking at you, Roast Beef.
7:35 • Who is Alexei?
9:45 • Will Eleven and Mike get back together?
12:40 • Who wants a can of Coke?
14:15 • Dude, you won a fight!

Elevators. Dustin’s Butt. And You Can’t Spell America Without Erica.

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S3E4: The gang traps Billy in the sauna. But Billy gets out and chokes Eleven. Eleven throws Billy through a wall. And then Billy runs away. Steve touches Dustin’s butt. But Dustin doesn’t mind. Erica crawls through the ducts. And then the elevators plummets straight down. Hopper beats up the Mayor. Jonathan and Nancy get fired. And Mrs. Driscoll has to go back? We cover Stranger Things Season 3 Episode 4 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

7:00 • Is the Mind Flayer getting smarter?
10:05 • What’s going on with Hopper’s stache?
11:15 • Can you spell American without Erica?
18:30 • Where does the elevator go?
19:40 • Is Billy and Heather stronger than Eleven?
22:20 • Where is Eight?

Fertilizer. Silver Cats. And All Boys Are Dumb.

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S3E3: Hopper has a new shirt. Billy sees Eleven. Heather keeps falling. And Robin cracks the code. Will has had enough. Steve is getting his swag back. Driscoll eats fertilizer. And the Russians are overtaking the mall. We cover Stranger Things Season 3 Episode 3 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

7:10 • Who’s your top 3 characters?
8:40 • Can Billy see Eleven in the Void?
11:15 • What will go down at Starcourt Mall?
12:30 • Has Will had enough?
15:15 • Is Steve getting his swag back?
17:55 • Will the people of Hawkins start eating fertilizer?

Doppelgängers. Mall Rats. And Opening the Curiosity Door.

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S3E2: Billy finds another Billy. Rats continue to explode. And then they start taking on a life of their own. Magnets stop working. Eleven is mad at Mike. The Russians are in Hawkins. Or so it seems. And all Will wants to do is play D&D. We cover Stranger Things Season 3 Episode 2 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

Show Notes:
2:15 • Are the rat guts forming a new monster?
5:20 • Is Billy the real Billy?
8:35 • Is Mike and Eleven’s relationship over?
10:15 • Does Joyce feel the same way about Hopper?
13:00 • Are the Russians in Hawkins?
15:00 • How far does Dustin’s satellite real?

Suzie. Exploding Rats. And Nothing’s Wrong With Nana!

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S3E1: We’re back at it again with Stranger Things Season 3 … and we just about lost our minds! We’ve waited a long time for this moment and it did not disappoint. We asked our friend, Zion, to join in on the conversation and we covered a lot of things. From Steve losing his swag … to exploding mice … to Hopper wanting to kill Mike! Join us this week as we explore all these things and more on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio Podcast!

Show Notes:
4:50 • Is Billy going to die?
6:00 • Are any of us over Bob yet?
8:15 • Has Steve lost his swag?
11:00 • What’s up with the exploding rats?
13:45 • Is Suzie really real?
20:05 • Will we see 008 again?

Eleven. Bloody Noses. And Dustin’s Beautiful Hair.

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S2E9: Stranger Things Season 2 started … and ended … with a bang. And what a journey it has been! Eleven is back. She levitates. And closes the gate. Couples are forming. Max and Lucas. Jonathan and Nancy. Mike and Eleven. Hopper and Joyce? Season 3 is on the horizon. BUT we STILL have a bunch of questions. Join us as we talk about all things Stranger Things on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio Podcast.

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Demodogs. Eleven’s Home. And Bob the Brain is Dead.

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S2E8: Demodogs emerge from the ground. Will gets sedated. And then he gets interrogated. Billy can’t find Max. But Max is with the boys. And the boys follow the noise that leads them to the lab. Dustin opens the gates. Eleven reunites with Mike. Bob is the hero. And then he gets eaten alive. We cover Stranger Things Season 2 Episode 8 on this week’s episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

Show Notes:
7:20 • Is Billy’s dad a nice guy?
7:55 • Why are you headed toward the sound?
12:15 • What are Mike’s emotions about Eleven’s return?
12:45 • Will the demodogs attack the house?
15:35 • What do think of Eleven’s new hairdo?
16:00 • So many questions.

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Eight. Eleven’s Hairdo. And Brenner’s Still Alive.

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S2E7: Eleven goes to Chicago. Eleven meets Eight. Eight is really angry. Eleven gets a makeover. Eight makes them all invisible. Eleven misses home. And … wait … Brenner’s still alive?! We talk about all this and more on this week’s episode of Hawkins Radio.

Show Notes:
3:30 • Where is Eleven?
8:40 • Which power would you rather have?
11:40 • Do you like Eleven’s makeover?
13:35 • Is Brenner still alive?
16:30 • Let’s talk about Eight’s powers.
18:45 • What’s your favorite episode?

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Trivia. How Well Do You Know Stranger Things?

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What night did Will go missing? What university did Jonathan want to go to? What is Dr. Brenner’s first name? Ben is asked a bunch of trivia questions but finding the answers isn’t as easy as he might think.

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How Well Do You Know Stranger Things? Trivia
Toothless T’s Shirt Co.
Monster Mini Golf (Scary Clown)

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Newspapers. Hero Steve. And Demogorgons for Days.

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S2E6: Will gets rushed to the lab. Dart’s not a lizard. Hopper loves Eleven. Max tells her story. Jonathan and Nancy send tapes to newspapers. Steve is a hero. And he made Will do it. We talk about all of this and more on this episode of Hawkins Radio.

5:00 • What’s wrong with Will?
8:05 • Why is Dustin hanging out with Steve?
10:45 • What is Max’s story?
12:45 • Jonathan and Nancy sitting in a tree.
18:15 • Is Will gonna die?
21:30 • Will we ever find out more about Eight?

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Spies. Dig Dug. And Your Mom Is Never Wrong.

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S2E5: Will is spying on the shadow monster. Hopper is stuck underground. Eleven meets her mom. Dart is getting pretty big. Dustin and Steve go searching. Lucas spills the beans to Max. Jonathan and Nancy meet the weird guy. And they don’t call him “Bob the Brain” for nothing. All of this and more on this week’s episode of Hawkins Radio.

6:30 • What’s going on with Dart?
8:00 • What are Dustin and Steve up to?
8:45 • Will Jonathan and Nancy bring down the lab?
11:10 • Will Eleven be able to help her mom?
14:45 • Is Dr. Brenner Eleven’s real dad?
25:40 • We have a lot of questions.

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Vines. Eleven’s Mom. And Crazy Demogorgon Parties.

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S2E4: Will has a feeling. Eleven finds her mom. Dustin’s cat is lunch. Jonathan and Nancy are taking down the lab. Max isn’t having it. And Hopper is digging holes. Join Ben and his dad for all these things and more on this episode of Hawkins Radio.

Show Notes:
5:25 • When will Will be normal again?
7:03 • Why does he like it cold?
9:05 • Who is right: Eleven or Hopper?
13:40 • Will Eleven leave again and look for her mom?
14:30 • Will Jonathan and Nancy actually burn down the lab?
17:45 • Will Dustin keep protecting Dart?

Pollywogs. Phil Collins. And Awkward Moments with Dustin.

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S2E3: Dustin has a new friend. Mike is warming up to Max. Nancy’s true feelings are starting to show. Will stands up against the sky monster. And Eleven is breaking all the rules. Join Ben and his dad as they talk about these things and more on this episode of Hawkins Radio.

Show Notes:
3:25 • Let’s talk about Season 2, Episode 3.
8:15 • Why do bad things keep happening to Will?
10:55 • Is Mike warming up to Max?
15:00 • Why is Dustin protecting Dart?
16:15 • What are Nancy and Jonathan up to?
16:45 • WHERE IS EIGHT?

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Quiz. Which Stranger Things Character Are You?

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Sometimes you just need to stop and ask yourself some important questions. Like, Am I more like Dustin or am I more like Eleven? Ben answers some questions to see which Stranger Things character he’s most like.

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Which Stranger Things Character Are You? Quiz
Funko Pop Wish List
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Ghostbusters. Trash Cans. And We’ll Kiss Your Grandma.

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S2E2: Dead squirrels. Proton packs. And something mysterious hiding in Dustin’s trash can. Join Ben and his dad as they explore these things and more on this episode of the Hawkins Radio podcast.

Show Notes:
5:40 • Is Eleven getting stronger?
6:30 • Eight has some crazy mind power.
9:25 • Who ya gonna call?
14:00 • Let’s talk about earphones.
18:40 • Jonathan and Nancy sittin in a tree.
19:30 • What’s in the trash can?

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Madmax. Bad Hair. And Girls Don’t Play Video Games.

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S2E1: Whoa! Season 2 is finally here and Ben and his dad pretty much lose their minds! Even though Ben can’t handle all the bad hairdos, they can’t stop talking about all of the old characters, the new characters, and everything in between.

Show Notes:
2:40 • Let’s talk about Season 2, Episode 1.
4:20 • There’s not just one Eleven.
10:15 • Maxine and Bob, a few new characters.
15:20 • Some predictions and questions we have.
21:10 • Middle School Madness

Hemorrhoids. Nerd Saunas. And Twelve Hundred Rejects.

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S1E3: As Ben and his dad head to the gaming expo for the day, they grab a mic and share some interesting facts about Stranger Things that might totally (most definitely will) melt your face.

Show Notes
3:46 • A big THANK YOU!
4:50 • What to expect at a gaming expo
8:15 • Our gaming expo tradition
9:30 • Eleven interesting facts about Stranger Things
23:50 • Our favorite parts of the gaming expo

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Portland Retro Gaming Expo
Blasteroids
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Slugs. The Real Will. And Ten Other Elevens.

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S1E2: Season 1 of Stranger Things left us wanting more. And it also left us with a bunch of unanswered questions. In episode 2 of our podcast, we bring up these questions in hopes we’ll get some answers in Season 2.

Show Notes
3:00 • What happened to the other ten Elevens?
4:20 • Does the upside down give people powers?
6:15 • What else goes on in the Hawkins lab?
7:15 • What deal did Hopper make with Brenner?
8:45 • Is Will the real Will?
9:12 • Will Jonathan and Nancy ever get together?
12:30 • Where is Eleven?

Barf. Monster Barb. And Steve’s Beautiful Hair.

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S1E1: In this episode, Ben shares how his first intro to Stranger Things started with a garbage can full of barf. It’s been a love story ever since. As we prepare for the much anticipated Season 2 of Stranger Things, Ben and his dad give their predictions about what’s to come, answer some tough questions, and have a lot of fun talking!

Show Notes
3:16 • Story about how we got introduced to Stranger Things.
8:31 • Our most exciting moments from Season 1.
13:21 • Would you rather … Stranger Things style.
22:36 • Our predictions for Stranger Things Season 2.
28:37 • The format for the Hawkins Radio Podcast.