In the first Cubbie Chats of the year, Cubbie kicks off 2026 with a new mantra: “Just do it.” No resolutions—just action, honesty, and less fear of flopping as he recommits to creativity and the podcast.

Cubbie breaks down Stranger Things 5, sharing what worked, what didn’t, and why the finale left him conflicted—covering the final battle, the TV-MA rating, and ongoing fandom debates like Byler and Conformity Gate.

The episode turns personal as Cubbie opens up about feeling overlooked by Netflix after years of consistent Stranger Things content, asking the big question: Was I done dirty, or am I being delusional?

He wraps with a pledge to authenticity, big plans for the podcast, and an invitation for listeners to weigh in and grow alongside him.