Starcourt Study Hall: A Stranger Things Podcast

Amanda and Marina get into Chapter 2 of Season 2, Trick or Treat Freak. And do we ever have some treats for you! Hope you like pumpkins, because there's lots in this one. Stay Strange! Follow Us on Instagram Season 2 Cited Sources

Marina teaches Amanda all about the Anniversary Effect as it pertains to Season 2. We touch upon the history of PTSD as a recognized disorder and the signs of it we see in the show. We also discuss the implications of the Anniversary Effect on Will Byers, and the similarities between his ordeal and the realities of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  **Listener's Note: This episode contains desc...

Amanda and Marina kick off our first Chapter of Season 2, MADMAX! We do a few mini deep dives, go over our Spotify Wrapped and thank our awesome listeners, theorize/speculate on some scenes, and listen to Amanda  get progressively sicker as the episode goes on (lol). Stay Strange. Follow Us on Instagram Season 2 Cited Sources

We've made it to Season 2!! Marina and Amanda talk about characters, events,  and go over some 1984 history to set the scene. We finish up by giving you our first reactions (well maybe second for Amanda...where were you October 27, 2017?) and final thoughts. Stay Strange.  Follow Us on Instagram Season 2 Cited Sources

Amanda and Marina wrap up their first podcast season with a bonus episode! We explore the Stranger Things tarot card deck and even give some very accurate predictions about Season 5.  Thank you all for an amazing first season. We will see you after Thanksgiving with Season 2! Stay Strange! Link to Purchase ST Tarot Deck! Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram

Marina and Amanda discuss final thoughts on Season 1. We do a check-in with our characters, make some new connections with later seasons, explore some D&D lore, and talk about ye olde 2016 fan theories. Stay Strange! Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram

Marina and Amanda finally discuss Chapter 8, the finale of Season 1 of Stranger Things! We talk about themes throughout, discuss a few theories, and begrudgingly connect some events to our least favorite Season 4 villain. Stay STrange! Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Marina schools Amanda in our very special first Strange & Spooky episode - just in time for Halloween! We learn all about 4 of the 12...maybe 13...Vile Vortices around the world. Stay Strange! Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Marina and Amanda discuss Chapter 7, The Bathtub. Lots of surprises in this episode! Amanda breaks down some wild familial connections, Marina speculates about the Harringtons, accents mysteriously appear, we learn Amanda's true feelings about Ted Wheeler, and we laugh...a lot. An adult beverage may have been involved in the making of this one. Stay Strange.  (Extra special clip at the end!)...

Amanda and Marina delve into the psychology behind one of ST's most beloved couples, Joyce & Hopper, using the Myers Briggs Type Indicator! We break down what their personality types might be, what it means for them as people, and even what it could mean for them as a couple. Stay Strange!  Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Marina and Amanda talk about Chapter 6: The Monster. Who put plants in this windowless building? Why is Steve so mean? What's that sound we hear in El's mind void? We have a lot of questions. Maybe some answers. Stay Strange. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Dr. Amanda PhD Emeritus gives us the rundown on the Many Worlds Interpretation. Alright she's not a doctor in this universe, but maybe in another? Marina keeps us tethered to reality as we fall down a rabbit hole of physics, philosophy, and of course, Stranger Things! Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Howdy to all you Fleas and Acrobats out there! Marina and Amanda discuss "The Flea and the Acrobat". Amanda gets controversial with her LVP, and Marina wonders about Nancy's mascara. Stay Strange. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

It's our tenth episode! Amanda and Marina break down bullying in popular media and categorize some of Hawkins' LVPs. We chat about the ethical gray areas of some of our most beloved (and hated) characters.  **CONTENT WARNING** This episode contains descriptions of bullying and abuse. If you or someone you know is struggling with bullying, please visit StopBullying. Gov .   Podcast S...

Amanda and Marina give their overview of Season 1 Chapter 4, The Body. And no, not Jennifer's.  Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Marina and Amanda discuss Government Research project MKUltra". We discuss its history, ethical implications, and its impact in the Stranger Things universe.  **CONTENT WARNING** This episode contains descriptions of brainwashing and torture methods on largely non-consenting individuals. Listener discretion is advised. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitt...

Amanda and Marina cover Chapter 3: "Holly Jolly". We give you a recap along with our thoughts and theories. Stay Strange. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Amanda and Marina explore the dynamics of the relationship between Nancy and Steve using Love Languages and good old fashioned inference and analysis.  Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Amanda and Marina cover Chapter 2: "The Weirdo on Maple Street". We get into a scene-by-scene breakdown, discuss our thoughts, find tie-ins to later seasons, and read way too much into some details. Stay Strange. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

We kick off our recurring segment, Hellfire Club, with a debate on a popular fan theory: Is it possible that Vecna actually kidnapped Will Byers? Let us know who you think the true culprit was! Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Amanda and Marina cover Chapter 1: "The Vanishing of Will Byers". We get into a scene-by-scene breakdown, discuss our thoughts, find tie-ins to later seasons, and read way too much into some details. Stay Strange. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Marina and Amanda discuss the plot, characters (including Mike's "brother" Nancy?), themes, and music of Season One of Stranger Things. Podcast Season One Cited Sources Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Twitter

Welcome to our brand new podcast, Starcourt Study Hall. We're Amanda & Marina! If you love Stranger Things in a way that concerns your loved ones, you're in the right place. Check out this trailer/preview for a little taste of what to expect. We have big plans. Stay Strange. Cited Sources Doc Follow Us On Instagram Follow Us On Twitter #StrangerThings #Starcourt #Stranger #Things