Cubbie Chats Podcast

We're officially halfway through 2026, so let's take a look at the highest-grossing movies of the year so far ! From billion-dollar blockbusters like Super Mario Galaxy to surprise indie sensations like Obsession , I'm breaking down the year's biggest box office successes, what shocked me the most, and which upcoming releases could shake up the rankings before the year is over. Then we're diving i...

This week on Cubbie Chats , I'm diving into some of the most fascinating books and movies I've experienced lately. First up is Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle, a queer horror novel that explores religious trauma, identity, and the dangers of conversion therapy through a terrifying supernatural lens. Then I discuss the new Australian horror film Leviticus , a chilling story that weaponizes love and f...

Cubbie Chats is back! After a three-week hiatus, Cubbie returns to the mic to talk creator burnout, stepping away from social media, rediscovering creativity, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is unplug and recharge. Then it's time to dive into some of the biggest movie releases of the summer. Cubbie breaks down the psychological horror of Backrooms , explores the disturbing beauty stand...

Get your popcorn ready! In this episode of Cubbie Chats , Cubbie dives into a jam-packed triple-feature review of the latest releases hitting screens large and small. First up, he breaks down Marvel’s special presentation, The Punisher: One Last Kill . From Jon Bernthal’s deeply emotional, Emmy-worthy performance to the perfectly balanced, non-stop gore, Cubbie explains why this standalone project...

In this episode of Cubbie Chats , Cubbie gets vulnerable about a major creative shift—explaining why he’s swapping out his beloved Stranger Things merch for Marvel and Anime shelves to reclaim his creative spark and confidence. But the real "main event" is a deep dive into the highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada . Cubbie breaks down why this sequel isn't just a "cash grab," analyzin...

Cubbie is back, nerds! After a brief hiatus to battle the "paralysis by analysis" of a major rebrand, your favorite Stranger Things guy is returning to the mic with a fresh perspective on the fandoms you love. In this episode, Cubbie dives deep into why the Artemis 2 mission has him in his feelings—from the historic crew to the touching tribute of naming a lunar crater after a late spouse. We’re a...

In this episode of Cubbie Chats , we’re diving headfirst into One Piece Live Action Season 2 —and trust, the hype is REAL. I’m joined by fellow collector and anime expert Jerry from @jerrysgotpops (and @mywaifu_andme), and we break down everything from the standout moments in Drum Island to the casting choices that continue to make this adaptation one of the best ever. We talk about what makes One...

Some fictional deaths hit… and some never leave you. In this emotional (and slightly unhinged) episode of Cubbie Chats , Cubbie dives into the fictional deaths we’ve never recovered from — the ones that shocked us, shattered us, and still live rent-free in our trauma vault. From Eddie Munson and Glenn Rhee to Poussey Washington, Tony Stark, Sirius Black, Fred Weasley, Rue, Bing Bong (yes, we’re cr...

This week on Cubbie Chats , I’m joined by fellow film nerd and comic book connoisseur Movie Mike (host of Movie Mike’s Movie Podcast and executive producer of The Bobby Cast ) for a full-on Marvel deep dive. We break down: Our honest reactions to Fantastic Four Why Vanessa Kirby stole the movie Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards — hit or mid? The best Marvel trilogy of all time 👀 Marvel hot takes (did...

Cubbie spirals over everything turning 30 (Space Jam, Pokémon… our youth 😭), shares their reawakening as a Pokémon merch collector, and dives headfirst into Joe Keery’s leading man era with a full breakdown of the new horror-thriller Cold Storage . From chaotic Joe Keery fan fiction to thoughtful analysis of his performance alongside Georgina Campbell and Liam Neeson , Cubbie explains why Cold St...

It’s the Benito Bowl , baby! 🎤🔥 On this episode of Cubbie Chats , Cubbie breaks down Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance and why it was one of the most powerful, culturally rich, and unapologetically Latino halftime shows of all time — from storytelling and symbolism to surprise guests and that giant middle finger to the haters. Then we pivot into pure fandom chaos with Cubbie’s Top 10 G...

Cubbie is back and honestly, we’re so back! Today we’re deep-diving into the Stranger Things: Tales from 85 teaser—it’s giving major nostalgia and might actually fix the "dark and miserable" vibes from the last few seasons. We also need to talk about the absolute fall-off of Happy Meal toys . How did we go from gold Pokémon cards to... whatever mid toys they’re giving out now? Plus, a major spiral...

It’s freezing, fandoms are feral, and award season is already exhausting. This week on Cubbie Chats , Cubbie dives headfirst into the wildest fan behavior taking over pop culture—from uncomfortable Stranger Things convention moments to AI-generated celebrity “relationships” that are… deeply alarming. We’re talking parasocial boundaries, cringe edits, and why some fans desperately need to log off....

It’s freezing, fandoms are feral, and award season is already exhausting. This week on Cubbie Chats , Cubbie dives headfirst into the wildest fan behavior taking over pop culture—from uncomfortable Stranger Things convention moments to AI-generated celebrity “relationships” that are… deeply alarming. We’re talking parasocial boundaries, cringe edits, and why some fans desperately need to log off....

In this episode of Cubbie Chats , Cubbie spirals into a brand-new hyper fixation: otters . TikTok otters. Pet otters. “Should I legally own an otter in Texas?” otters. What starts as cute chaos quickly turns into research, price tags, permits, and a very serious realization that otters are not cheap—but they are perfect. From there, things only get wilder. 🎬 Movie Talk & Rants: 28 Years Later...

The Stranger Things documentary One Last Adventure just dropped—and somehow made the finale backlash even louder. In this episode of Cubbie Chats , Cubbie breaks down why the documentary didn’t do the Duffer Brothers any favors, what the writer’s room revelations say about Season 5’s divisive ending, and whether the finale retroactively taints the entire franchise. From viral rumors about ChatGPT...

In the first Cubbie Chats of the year, Cubbie kicks off 2026 with a new mantra: “Just do it.” No resolutions—just action, honesty, and less fear of flopping as he recommits to creativity and the podcast. Cubbie breaks down Stranger Things 5 , sharing what worked, what didn’t, and why the finale left him conflicted—covering the final battle, the TV-MA rating, and ongoing fandom debates like Byler a...

In this episode of Cubbie Chats, Cubbie dives into Netflix’s bold new hit Boots — a heartfelt, hilarious series inspired by The Pink Marine. Joined by actor Logan Gould (Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Boots) and author Greg Cope White, they unpack the show’s mix of comedy, drama, and identity, exploring courage, brotherhood, and self-acceptance. From behind-the-scenes stories to hot takes on c...

What’s up nerds — it’s Cubbie, The Stranger Things Guy! In this episode of Cubbie Chats, we’re going full pop-culture chaos: 🔥 breaking down your wildest Stranger Things opinions (Nancy Wheeler supremacy, anyone?), 💎 reacting to that real-life art heist at The Louvre that feels straight outta Ocean’s 8, 🎬 and reviewing Julia Roberts’ new film After the Hunt, aka the definition of Oscar bait ene...

In this week’s episode, Cubbie — your Stranger Things Guy — spills on his newest adventure: officially becoming a film critic with the North Texas Film Critics Association. He opens up about chasing creative dreams, the chaos of new Stranger Things merch drops (Target, we need to talk 👀), and answers fan questions about Will Byers’ survival, favorite collectibles, and what inspired Cubbie Chats i...

Cubbie Chats returns with Andrey Ivchenko, the actor behind Grigori from Stranger Things 3. Andrey shares how he landed the iconic role, behind-the-scenes stories from filming with David Harbour, and his inspiring recovery journey after battling cancer. A must-listen for Stranger Things fans and anyone who loves powerful stories of resilience and creativity.   Follow Cubbie - @cubbiecollects Follo...

We’re flipping out over the new Stranger Things Season 5 teaser! Cubbie (aka The Stranger Things Guy) and HannahSarah go frame-by-frame through the new footage to break down the theories including Will Byers’ mysterious powers, Steve’s new “manly” moment with a chainsaw, Max in the hospital, Lucas in bandana mode, and why Nancy may be covered in blood. We dish on wild theories (Is Vecna becoming G...

This week on Cubbie Chats, Cubbie and HannahSarah dive deep into the wildest and most convincing fan theories leading into Stranger Things Season 5. Is Will secretly Vecna’s Horcrux? Could Max be trapped in the void? Is Kali coming back with unfinished business—or worse, as a traitor? What’s hiding in Dimension X, and are we ready to say goodbye to one of the Byers? From D&D full-circle ending...

In this episode of Cubbie Chats, Cubbie and HannahSarah sit down with the incomparable Brett Gelman—actor, writer, comedian, and host of Neurotica—to talk about his new book The Terrifying Realm of the Possible: Nearly True Stories. Brett opens up about crafting complex characters, writing through genre-bending formats, and what it means to stay relevant as an artist. He also shares hilarious stor...

On this episode of Cubbie Chats, we’re breaking down everything that went down at Netflix's TUDUM 2025! From the chilling Stranger Things 5 teaser and that blood-curdling Will scream, to Squid Game 3’s deadly new round, Knives Out 3, Frankenstein, One Piece, and even Happy Gilmore 2 (yes, really). Cubbie, HannahSarah, and Chris from @FilmStocked dive deep into fandom chaos, reactions from being at...