In this episode of the ColbyCast, Colby welcomes Dan Zehr, Ross Hollebon and Smbat Defterderian to discuss the entirety Stranger Things! We explore character development, the role of music, and the emotional impact of the series. We reflect on the cultural significance of the show, its themes of choice and consequence, and the growth of characters throughout the seasons. The conversation culminates in a discussion about the legacy of Stranger Things and its place in pop culture history.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Colbycast

01:46 Introducing the Party Members

04:36 Reflecting on Stranger Things Season 5

06:05 Thoughts on the Finale

18:28 The Ambiguity of Eleven's Fate

24:42 Character Arcs and Earned Moments

26:09 The Nature of Evil: Vecna's Choices

28:11 Joyce and Will: A Mother's Love

35:04 Pacing and Emotional Resonance in the Finale

43:27 Reflecting on the Entire Season

51:18 Character Development and Independence

53:20 Ranking the Seasons

55:37 The Impact of Music

01:02:40 Cultural Resonance and Legacy

01:16:44 Favorite Seasons Discussion

Where to Find the Party

Dan Zehr: Visit coffeewithkenobi.com for all things Star Wars.

Ross Hollebon: @popstarindy on Instagram

Smbat Defterderian: @s.deft9 on Instagram

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