Scoops Ahoy: A Stranger Things Podcast

Whitney, Collin, and Doug continue prepping for Season 5 with wild predictions, outlandish ideas, and nutty theories about what will happen in the Stranger Things endgame. Who's gonna die? How's Max doing? Does Enzo's still exist? For heaven's sake, put down Peter's old school projects, and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

Collin and Doug continue prepping for Season 5 with the second half of a wish list of killer tunes from the 80s (and beyond) that would nestle snugly in the final season of Stranger Things. From Jefferson Starship to The Go-Gos to The Sugarcubes, we each reveal our thoughts and turn it over to listener emails. Plus, a full report from TUDUM… and a surprise third voice graces our happy little podca...

Collin and guest host Doug wrap up our three-part definitive ranking of every Stranger Things episode (so far) by tying a bow on it with the best of the best – the Top Ten! Plus, a full report from Collin's trip to Broadway to experience the phenomenal 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow'. Get all gussied up for a night on the town, and then join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

Collin and guest host Doug continue our three-part definitive ranking of every Stranger Things episode (so far). This time, we're keeping things rolling with the middle of the pack – the meh, the beige, the quintessentially mediocre chapters of our beloved show. But first, we shake up our rankings from the last episode a bit! Hey... our list, our rules. Hide out in the bushes with Jonathan, and th...

Collin and guest host Doug kick off our three-part definitive ranking of every Stranger Things episode (so far). We're starting with the bottom of the barrel – the dregs, the pond scum, the ABSOLUTE worst chapters of our beloved show. (We kid, of course... even THAT episode has its good points.) Hop on a bus, go find your lost sister, and then join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Collin and guest host Doug continue our Stranger Things Character Deep Dive series with the pride of the Hawkins High marching band, Robin Buckley. Code-breaker extraordinaire, 'Hidden Fortress' lover, and empirical badass, she's the one who figures out what needs to happen, and then always gets it done. Collin and Doug look at how Robin has shaped our favorite show and also talk about the first f...

Collin and guest host Doug can't prep for Season 5 of Stranger Things without first looking back at all the best that Seasons 1–4 had to offer. So, we're going through our usual superlatives (Ooooooooh!): MVP, Best Line, Most Spirited, and Most Stranger Thing, and then picking our overall favs. From Steve's babysitter charm to the delightful piggyback from a pizza dough freezer to the Mind Flayer...

Now that we all know that Stranger Things 5 is set in the fall of 1987, Collin and guest host Doug present a MEGA-sized episode all about the pop culture and headlines of that glorious time — from Iran-Contra to 'Dirty Dancing' to little baby Jessica. What music is Dustin listening to on his Walkman? What movie is Lucas taking Max to? And what cool duds is Nancy wearing while hoisting her trusty s...

Collin and guest host Doug continue the Stranger Things Character Deep Dive series with Hawkins High hoops MVP Lucas Sinclair. Founding member of The Party, loyal bf to Max, and all-around great guy, he'll stand with you 'til the very end. And then some. Collin and Doug look at how Lucas has shaped our favorite show, and then they share listener emails (and talk about the underwhelming Stranger Th...

Collin and Doug continue the Top 5 series, ranking the best episodes of Stranger Things Season Four. From 'The Hellfire Club' straight through to 'The Piggyback', we each reveal our thoughts and then get into all the emails from our loyal listeners. Dear Billy, there's a lot to choose from, so rev up Katinka and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Collin and guest host Doug continue the 'Scoops Ahoy' Influence series with a look at how 1980's 'The Empire Strikes Back' (and the Star Wars universe in general) helped shape Stranger Things. From force-pushing train cars to name-dropping Lando, there's so much to talk about that not even the Millennium Falcon could hold it all. Grab your trusty lightsaber, embrace the Dark Side, and join us! Vid...

Collin and guest host Doug continue our Stranger Things Character Deep Dive series with the centerpiece of the whole show: Jane "Eleven" Ives Hopper. She's the driving force of everything – the kid (now, young woman) who can crush a Coke can, build a killer diorama, and force-push a baddie like no one's business. Collin and Doug look at how El has shaped our favorite show, and then they share list...

Collin is joined by special Scooper guest co-host Doug, as we continue the Top 5 series with a SUPER-sized look at the most memorable moments from seasons 1 through 4 of Stranger Things. From Steve's killer bat flip to Max running up that hill to Eddie shredding Metallica, we each reveal our thoughts and then dig into listener emails! Plus, of course, we talk all about that oh-so-awesome Season 5...

Collin continues the 'Scoops Ahoy' Influence series with a look at how 2011's 'Super 8' helped shape Stranger Things. From a band of young kids fighting a monster to a terrifying scene on a bus to nostalgic moments of late 70s/early 80s goodness, he chats about it all and also mourns the loss of a beloved Stranger Things filming location. Say goodbye to Hawkins High and join us! Hosted by Simpleca...

Collin (flying solo this time!) continues the Stranger Things Character Deep Dive series with the oh-so-loveable Dusty-bun — the kid with all the answers and a killer sense of humor... though admittedly questionable judgment in picking pets. Collin looks at how Dustin has evolved over four seasons and how he makes Stranger Things the little bit of awesome that it is. Offer up your best lightsaber...

Whitney and Collin continue their Top 5 series with a look at the Top 3 (because we still can't count!) episodes of Stranger Things Season Three. From 'Suzie, Do You Copy?' straight through to 'The Battle of Starcourt', we each reveal our thoughts and then launch into listener emails for their opinion! Plus, we talk about the latest little bundle of ditties from our beloved Taylor Swift! Join us!...

Whitney and Collin continue their trek through the Deep Dark Void by hosting another Zoom call with some of our trusty Scoopers! We talk about everything from Will's new haircut to the latest projects from our favorite Stranger Things alums to some crazy Season 5 theories! Grab a couple boxes of Eggos and join us! Our next episode is April 25, as we rank the top episodes from Season 3! Get your em...

Whitney and Collin continue their Influence series with a look at how the works of Stephen King helped shape Stranger Things. From train tracks to telekinetic kids to 'The Talisman', we chat about it all. Grab your copy of that book about the nasty mutt and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adver...

Whitney and Collin are back with another Stranger Things Deep Dive, taking a look at the 'Montauk' show bible, which the Duffers created to pitch their idea for this cool new show way back when. We also go through their original pilot script and chat about what changed in the journey from page to screen. (Picture Mr. Clarke as Indiana Jones!) Join us! Montauk Show Bible: https://bit.ly/montaukbibl...

Whitney and Collin continue their Stranger Things Character Deep Dive series with our hero, Chief Jim Hopper—the man you want in your corner, loving father, determined prisoner, and proponent of coffee and contemplation. We look at how his character evolved over the series and helped make our favorite show what it is. Leave the door open three inches and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

Whitney and Collin continue prepping for Season 5 with a wish list of awesome music from the 80s (and beyond) that would be a perfect fit for the final season of Stranger Things. From 'trailerized' versions of vintage pop hits to some current gems, we each reveal our thoughts and then let our listeners weigh in with their ideas! 'Release the Bats' and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

Whitney and Collin go through all the unanswered questions (and offer some answers?) about Stranger Things that we hope get resolved in the final season. From the origins of the Upside Down to hopes of a better haircut for Will, we each reveal our thoughts and then launch into listener emails for their opinion! Have a peek under Lucas's bed (or don't!) and join us! Note: Collin goofed (at 40:43)!...

Whitney and Collin continue their Top 5 series with a look at the Top 3 (because we can't count?) episodes of Stranger Things Season Two. From 'MADMAX' straight through to 'The Gate', we each reveal our thoughts and then launch into listener emails for their opinion! Plus, we talk best 80s Halloween costumes. Join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

Whitney and Collin continue their Stranger Things Character Deep Dive series with the indomitable Nancy Wheeler—brother of Mike, friend of (RIP) Barb, and a killer with a shotgun (and handgun... and rifle). We look at how her awesomeness evolved and has helped shape our favorite show...so grab your anatomy homework and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

Whitney and Collin continue their trek through the Deep Dark Void by hosting a Zoom call with some of our trusty Scoopers! We talk about everything from overrated characters to the upcoming Stranger Things VR game to even a little Taylor Swift. Plus, fan art! Grab your spiked baseball bat and join us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...