Cubbie Chats Podcast

The Stranger Things documentary One Last Adventure just dropped—and somehow made the finale backlash even louder. In this episode of Cubbie Chats, Cubbie breaks down why the documentary didn’t do the Duffer Brothers any favors, what the writer’s room revelations say about Season 5’s divisive ending, and whether the finale retroactively taints the entire franchise.

From viral rumors about ChatGPT writing the finale to scrapped monster battles, unresolved plotlines, and fan frustration, we get into why the fandom feels more split than ever. Cubbie also asks the big question: Is it time to officially move on from Stranger Things?

Plus, a deep dive into what’s next for the Duffer Brothers—including The Boroughs, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, and Stranger Things: Tales From ’85—and whether they still deserve our trust.

And because it’s never just one topic: Disney finally listens to fans with Tangled live-action casting, a wild horror movie review (The Primate), an Avengers: Doomsday trailer reaction, and what upcoming movies are actually worth getting excited about.

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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.

In this episode of Cubbie Chats, Cubbie dives into Netflix’s bold new hit Boots — a heartfelt, hilarious series inspired by The Pink Marine. Joined by actor Logan Gould (Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Boots) and author Greg Cope White, they unpack the show’s mix of comedy, drama, and identity, exploring courage, brotherhood, and self-acceptance.

From behind-the-scenes stories to hot takes on controversy, Cubbie reveals why Boots is capturing hearts everywhere — plus his own five-star review: “a perfect mix of heart, humor, and representation.”

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What’s up nerds — it’s Cubbie, The Stranger Things Guy! In this episode of Cubbie Chats, we’re going full pop-culture chaos:

Plus, Cubbie spills details on upcoming guests, like The Pink Marine writer Greg Cope White (whose story inspired Boots on Netflix) and a Stranger Things: The First Shadow actor.

It’s fandom, film, and full-on nerd culture all wrapped in Cubbie’s unfiltered takes.

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In this week’s episode, Cubbie — your Stranger Things Guy — spills on his newest adventure: officially becoming a film critic with the North Texas Film Critics Association. He opens up about chasing creative dreams, the chaos of new Stranger Things merch drops (Target, we need to talk 👀), and answers fan questions about Will Byers’ survival, favorite collectibles, and what inspired Cubbie Chats in the first place.

Plus, Cubbie reviews Netflix’s Boots, starring Stranger Things alum Logan Gould, and shares behind-the-scenes reflections on podcasting, burnout, and finding community in fandom.

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Film. Fandom. And a few freakouts along the way.

Cubbie Chats returns with Andrey Ivchenko, the actor behind Grigori from Stranger Things 3. Andrey shares how he landed the iconic role, behind-the-scenes stories from filming with David Harbour, and his inspiring recovery journey after battling cancer. A must-listen for Stranger Things fans and anyone who loves powerful stories of resilience and creativity.

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We’re flipping out over the new Stranger Things Season 5 teaser! Cubbie (aka The Stranger Things Guy) and HannahSarah go frame-by-frame through the new footage to break down the theories including Will Byers’ mysterious powers, Steve’s new “manly” moment with a chainsaw, Max in the hospital, Lucas in bandana mode, and why Nancy may be covered in blood.

We dish on wild theories (Is Vecna becoming Groot? Is it all a D&D game?), scream over Hopper's hero moment, analyze every jaw-dropping frame, and yes... we talk about who might die this season (sorry Jonathan stans).

If you're obsessed with Stranger Things, this is the deep dive you NEED.

🔍 Featuring speculation, Easter eggs, cast connections, behind-the-scenes tea, and hype for Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

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This week on Cubbie Chats, Cubbie and HannahSarah dive deep into the wildest and most convincing fan theories leading into Stranger Things Season 5. Is Will secretly Vecna’s Horcrux? Could Max be trapped in the void? Is Kali coming back with unfinished business—or worse, as a traitor? What’s hiding in Dimension X, and are we ready to say goodbye to one of the Byers?

From D&D full-circle endings to First Shadow tie-ins, it's a spoiler-free but speculation-filled episode that unpacks the connections, callbacks, and chaotic clues that could define the final season. Plus: Billy’s redemption, Eddie’s return, and why the Upside Down might just be the beginning.

Featuring theories from fans like StrangerTracy1983, EmilyDaniels.artist, and more.

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In this episode of Cubbie Chats, Cubbie and HannahSarah sit down with the incomparable Brett Gelman—actor, writer, comedian, and host of Neurotica—to talk about his new book The Terrifying Realm of the Possible: Nearly True Stories. Brett opens up about crafting complex characters, writing through genre-bending formats, and what it means to stay relevant as an artist. He also shares hilarious stories about training in martial arts for Stranger Things 4, his dream of taking on iconic action roles, and how his personal life and marriage influence his work.

We also talk jump scares, First Shadow, his deep love for horror, and why journaling doesn’t always work. This episode is full of heart, humor, and raw insight into the mind of one of our favorite creatives.

On this episode of Cubbie Chats, we’re breaking down everything that went down at Netflix's TUDUM 2025! From the chilling Stranger Things 5 teaser and that blood-curdling Will scream, to Squid Game 3’s deadly new round, Knives Out 3, Frankenstein, One Piece, and even Happy Gilmore 2 (yes, really). Cubbie, HannahSarah, and Chris from @FilmStocked dive deep into fandom chaos, reactions from being at the event live, theories, predictions, and why some of y’all need to calm down about Stranger Things releasing in 3 parts 👀

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