Stranger Things: S2. Ch1. MADMAX Ft. Prophecy Girls

About this episode

The episode discusses the new family in town and the emotional struggles of the main characters in Stranger Things.

A new family comes to town, Mike's pining after Eleven, Will is getting therapy from the lab, Nancy's guilt over Barb's death continues to grow, and Hopper is guarding a big secret. Listen as Sarah, Lea, Steph, and Kara discuss the parallels between Steve and Ted Hopper, Karen's parening style, and the arrival of the Mayfield's.

People in this episode

Hosts: Sarah, Lea

Guests: Steph, Kara

Topics covered

• Stranger Things
• character analysis
• family dynamics
• mental health
• parenting styles
• secrets

Keywords

• Stranger Things
• season 2
• episode 1
• character dynamics
• therapy
• parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Prophecy Girls

Books & works: Stranger Things

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