In this conversation, Meghan and Stacy are joined by our friend and Elm Street-enthusiast Brandi to explore the connections between the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise and Stranger Things. We delve into character parallels, themes of trauma and mental health, and the evolution of Freddy Krueger as a cultural icon. The discussion also highlights the significance of visual effects in horror and the impact of horror on pop culture. We share lots of humorous moments from Meghan’s experience watching the first three films for the first time with Stacy, and speculate on future plot developments in season 5 of Stranger Things based on connections the Duffer Brothers may continue to make to these movies. We also get into the recent explosion of new Stranger Things merch as we quickly approach the final season. Access bonus content and support our show at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast