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That's Not What A Demogorgon Looks Like (Episode 11)

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Today we're talking about the hottest new show of the summer - Stranger Things. We spoil lots.

Guest Intro 00:01:00

We start with a quick introduction to our guest, Sara. You can find her on Twitter @SerrinneWoW !

What we've been up to (00:01:57)

Sara

  • New Diablo 3 season
  • League of Legends
  • Pokemon GO
  • Zodiac
  • Honeymoon
  • The Big Short
  • Deliver Us From Evil
  • Tragically Hip concert

    • Riley (@Kaleri_)

    • No Man's Sky
    • Hearthstone - Karazhan expansion
    • Tragically Hip concert

      • Pam (@Jasyla_)

      • No Man's Sky
      • Shovel Knight
      • This War of Mine
      • The Expanse
      • Console Wars

        • Stranger Things and listener questions (00:29:30)

        • 80s nostalgia and throwbacks to old movies
        • Was the time setting of the 80s a gimmick to draw audience or a necessary ingredient to the story? @STCPod
        • Rewarding viewers for knowing things - the value of information
        • Eleven
        • Who wins in a duel between Eleven and Rey (The Force Awakens)? @alatinolawyer
        • Winona Ryder makes a comeback and other casting choices
        • The D&D connection
        • The Upsidedown
        • Are the adults in Stranger Things too quick to accept the supernatural they encounter? @alatinolawyer
        • Some outlets have been criticizing the portrayal of the female characters - is this warranted?
        • Did Barb deserve better? (spoiler: yes) @The_Dec_Webb
        • What did you think of Nancy staying with Steve at the end? @Matteo138
        • Why was this show such a hit?
        • Was it a mistake to show the monster?
        • I’d like to hear your thoughts on practical vs digital creature effects. Did it work here? What would you change? @mustyhobbit
        • Do you want a second season where the kids are grown up and awkward? A completely different season 2? Or no new season? @xhugglesx
        • What theories do you have for season 2? @VintageVGGeek

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          Music: Vivacity by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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