S5E8: The Rightside Up, part 2

About this episode

The hosts discuss the finale of Stranger Things 5, reflecting on key moments and character arcs.

Collin, Whitney, and Doug have ACTUALLY reached the absolute end! We bring it home with the epilogue of Stranger Things 5 – ‘The Rightside Up’. Come along as we chat about accepting what happened – including Hopper’s recycled (?) ring, Jonathan’s failed attempt at geography, and that sweet Lumax moment. Plus, we announce our dead pool winner! And, of course, Music, one last Where in the World Is…?, and Superlatives. Do your best Debra Winger rasp and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People in this episode

Hosts: Collin, Whitney

Guest: Doug

Topics covered

• Stranger Things
• episode review
• character analysis
• finale discussion
• pop culture references

Keywords

• Stranger Things
• finale
• Hopper
• Jonathan
• Lumax
• dead pool
• music

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Stranger Things

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