Robin C. Farrell

Coffee & Contemplation

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In this spoiler-filled Stranger Things rewatch, Robin and friends (writers, cinephiles, and all-around geeks) analyze each episode to explore story, character, technique, the show’s brilliance (and flaws), and how it all applies to our world, far beyond the Upside Down.

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Robin C. Farrell

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5 | The Flea and the Acrobat 18.12.2020 59:17

Answers at last! This episode unveils exposition in its usual compelling fashion, while we question the sentience of the Upside Down, parental roles all across the show, and Robin speculates on a parallel between two unlikely characters. • Coffee & Contemplation is on TikTok as @coffeeinhawkins , Twitter as @coffeeinhawkins , Instagram as @coffeeandcontemplationpod , and you can email us at co...

4 | The Body 11.12.2020 54:49

We switch to chronological breakdown! We explore the ramifications of Will Byers' "death," how so many characters exhibit a pursuit of truth, despite the bleak circumstances. In this episode, recorded in August of 2020, we also acknowledge the passing of Chadwick Boseman (11/29/76 – 8/28/20).  • Coffee & Contemplation is on TikTok as @coffeeinhawkins , Twitter as @coffeeinhawkins , Instag...

3 | Holly, Jolly 04.12.2020 54:24

We delve into El stepping into her power, the depth of impact from violations of privacy and trust, and draw some unexpected parallels to the ordeal that has been 2020. • Coffee & Contemplation is on TikTok as @coffeeinhawkins , Twitter as @coffeeinhawkins , Instagram as @coffeeandcontemplationpod , and you can email us at coffeecontemplationpod@gmail.com . Like, share, subscribe, and consider...

2 | The Weirdo on Maple Street 20.11.2020 56:54

In episode two, we discuss the strength of the kids' acting and friendship, the value of empathy, high school politics, gender roles and subversion (good and bad),  and the ridiculousness of some certain late-night photography. • Coffee & Contemplation is on TikTok as @coffeeinhawkins , Twitter as @coffeeinhawkins , Instagram as @coffeeandcontemplationpod , and you can email us at coffeec...

1 | The Vanishing of Will Byers 13.11.2020 1:03:31

The episode that started it all. We begin with production shoutouts, initial impressions, and proceed to explore how strong and effective this episode was. • Coffee & Contemplation is on TikTok as @coffeeinhawkins , Twitter as @coffeeinhawkins , Instagram as @coffeeandcontemplationpod , and you can email us at coffeecontemplationpod@gmail.com . Like, share, subscribe, and consider leaving us a...

Trailer: Coffee & Contemplation 07.11.2020 0:37

A teaser for the podcast to come! Join Robin and Heidi for this spoiler-filled traipse back through Stranger Things from a post-season three perspective with story and character discussion, feminist perspective, personal anecdotes, and genre exploration.  • Coffee & Contemplation is on Instagram as @coffeeandcontemplationpod, TikTok as @coffeeinhawkins, and you can email us at coffeeconte...