This week, Hannah Sarah is back on the podcast with Stacy and Meghan for a mini-episode discussing the music and lyrics of Djo (also known as Joe Keery), to build excitement for his current tour and newly released album. In each episode, we discuss two songs and explore the themes, interpretations of the lyrics, and our personal connections to the music. In this conversation (recorded right before the album released and the tour kicked off) we analyze the themes of nostalgia and heartbreak in 'Delete Ya,' the second single from The Crux. Then we talk about the song ‘Fool,’ focusing on the power of lyrics to evoke feelings and the importance of authenticity in music. The conversation is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and a shared passion for music. Extended video version of the episodes in this series are available at https://patreon.com/SkullRockBroadcast

In this episode, Stacy and Meghan catch up about Meghan’s recent trip to New York City to see Stranger Things on Broadway and Sadie Sink’s new play, John Proctor is the Villain. Stacy was sick and missed the trip, so Meghan recounts it for her in great detail, including culinary adventures, navigating the city, and unexpected celebrity encounters. We get into the immersive aspects of the production, as well as the character development and emotional impact of the First Shadow. If you don’t want too many details about the plot, you may want to skip 34:15-38:30 and 40:25-42:58 which get into minor spoiler/content warning territory. Finally, Meghan attended a listening party for Joe Keery’s new Djo album The Crux in Brooklyn and recounts that experience as well. Follow along to feel like you were on this NYC adventure, too! Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast

In this special episode, Stacy and Meghan are joined by Stacy’s sister Alexis for a long-anticipated conversation about the world of Stephen King. Alexis and Stacy share the impact of King's storytelling on their childhood and how it shaped their interests in horror and literature. They discuss the challenges of adapting King's extensive works into films and series, sharing their thoughts on various adaptations and what makes them resonate with audiences. We delve deep into the themes present in Stephen King's works, like It, Stand By Me, Firestarter, and more, discussing the supernatural elements, the nature of fear, the role of children in horror narratives, and the emotional depth of characters. We also explore the nostalgic feelings evoked by Stranger Things and how it draws from King's influence, particularly in character arcs and thematic elements. Finally, the discussion touches on the anticipation for the upcoming season five of Stranger Things, and Alexis shares some of her hopes and theories. Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast

We’re back with the rest of our conversation with Eva (@evaography) for our Djo mini-episodes, where we build excitement for Joe Keery’s upcoming tour and new album. In each episode of this series, we discuss two songs and explore the themes, interpretations of the lyrics, and our personal connections to the music. This picks up where we left off, as we explore the optimistic tone, themes of self-love, and saxophones on the track ‘Keep Your Head Up.’ Finally, we get into our thoughts on the upcoming listening parties for The Crux, Stacy’s vinyl record collection, and Joe’s quirky relationship with Fisherman's Friends. The full, extended video version of this episode and all episodes in this series are available at https://patreon.com/SkullRockBroadcast

In this not-so-mini-episode, Eva (@evaography) joins Meghan and Stacy to discuss the music and lyrics of Djo, also known as Joe Keery, to build excitement for the upcoming tour and new album. Eva attended several of the Laneway Festival performances and we were excited to hear about her personal experiences of seeing Djo live. We also reminisced about the joy of meeting Joe in person at the Upside Down convention in October, which Eva also attended. In each episode of this series, we discuss two songs and explore the themes, interpretations of the lyrics, and our personal connections to the music. In this conversation, we cover the lyrically rich song ‘Change,’ exploring how the lyrics reflect universal experiences while also being deeply personal. Stay tuned for part 2 of the conversation where we talk about the standalone track ‘Keep Your Head Up.’ The full, extended video version of this episode and all episodes in this series are available at https://patreon.com/SkullRockBroadcast

In this episode of the Hawkins Community Pool, Meghan and Stacy are joined by Candice to explore the representation of mental health in 'Stranger Things', particularly focusing on Max's character in Season 4. We discuss the impact of grief, the role of music as a healing tool, and the importance of friendship and community. The conversation highlights personal experiences with loss and how music can evoke memories and foster connections. We also share songs that would save us from Vecna. This episode was recorded in September of 2024. You can support our show, access bonus content, or even jump into the Hawkins Community Pool over at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast

Stacy and Meghan return with another mini-episode discussing the music and lyrics of Djo, also known as Joe Keery, to build excitement for the upcoming tour and new album. In each episode, we discuss two songs and explore the themes, interpretations of the lyrics, and our personal connections to the music. In this conversation, we cover the first song on Djo’s 2022 album Decide, ‘Runner,’ which sets the tone of the album while exploring the transient nature of fame and money. Then we finally talk about the emotional depth and beauty of Stacy’s favorite song, ‘Figure You Out,’ including the layers of complexity in the music and the raw emotion conveyed through the vocals. Extended video version of the episodes in this series are available at https://patreon.com/SkullRockBroadcast

An in-depth discussion of Chapter Three: The Case of the Missing Lifeguard.In this episode of Skull Rock Broadcast, hosts Meghan and Stacy brave the storm and channel their inner Nancy Drew to investigate 'The Case of the Missing Lifeguard.' The episode is rich with symbolism, particularly the stormy weather reflecting the brewing tensions in Hawkins. We start out at the ultimate 80s sleepover with Max and Eleven, with a supernatural spin, but they see something unsettling happening with Billy. For the rest of the episode, they follow the clues to figure out what is going on with him. Mike and Lucas are too busy worrying about their (ex-)girlfriends to get into Will’s D&D campaign, which leads to an emotional moment between Will and Mike and Will violently mourning the loss of his childhood by destroying Castle Byers. Hopper isn’t happy with Joyce after she stood him up at Enzo’s to spend time with Scott Clarke, but he humors her and takes her to explore the lab, where they find more than what they bargained for. Our own Nancy is also putting together clues about what is happening with the rats and the missing fertilizer, but when the rest of the Hawkins Post staff shoots her down, she decides she needs more proof. Over at Starcourt, Dustin and Steve are the worst spies ever and Robin cracks the code, in one of the most entertaining Scoops Troop storylines. The episode concludes with a creepy dinner scene with Heather's family and a shocking ending set to 'American Pie.’ In the episode we also discuss various other topics like childhood memories related to lightning safety, the impressive transitions from scene to scene, and cinematic references to horror films. In our merch segment, Stacy unboxes a mystery box filled with some great Stranger Things goodies. Support our show and access bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/skullrockbroadcast

On this mini-episode Stacy and Meghan are joined by our friend Kelly (@djokeerydaily) for a fun mini-episode discussing the music and lyrics of Djo, also known as Joe Keery, to build excitement for the upcoming tour and new album. In each episode, we discuss two songs and explore the themes, interpretations of the lyrics, and our personal connections to the music. In this conversation, we cover the psychedelic ‘Tentpole Shangrila’ and the doom-scrolling anthem ‘On and On.’ We chat about some of Joe’s musical influences, such as Electric Light Orchestra and the Beatles, special experiences we’ve had as a result of the music, and predictions for The Crux. Extended video version of the episodes in this series are available at https://patreon.com/SkullRockBroadcast

Stacy and Meghan are back with special guest Jill for another mini-episode discussing the music and lyrics of Djo, also known as Joe Keery, to build excitement for the upcoming tour and new album. In each episode, we discuss two songs and explore the themes, interpretations of the lyrics, and our personal connections to the music. In this conversation, we cover ‘Basic Being Basic,’ the delightful first single from The Crux, and the unreleased love song ‘Gap Tooth Smile.’ We talk about how the lyrics explore the challenge of being authentic in this modern world, the artistic choices that define Joe's sound, and the genuine interactions that occur during live performances. Extended video version of the episodes in this series are available at https://patreon.com/SkullRockBroadcast