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Starcourt Study Hall: A Stranger Things Podcast

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Join Amanda and Marina on a curiosity voyage through Stranger Things! We're recapping and analyzing all of the chapters, breaking down the show’s [relation]ships, taking personality tests as your favorite characters, diving into the history, science, and inspiration behind the show, and so much more. Stay strange! Starcourt Study Hall contains spoilers for all seasons of Stranger Things and Stranger Things “The First Shadow”. Season 5 leaks are also discussed.
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Episodes

S5 E104: Theoretically... Byler (Part 1)

Welcome back to another iteration of "Theoretically...". This week, Marina tackles part 1 of a highly-requested fan theory: Byler. Stay Strange. The Queer Coding and Internalised Homophobia of Mike Wheeler

Oct 09, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 5Ep. 104

S5 E101: Theoretically... 8+11+1=20

Welcome to our first ever "Theoretically" episode, where we break down an existing S5 theory. Today, Amanda tackles the "8+11+1 Crit Hit" Theory. We go on a journey through the background of our characters, some D&D lore, and the logistics that can make it all possible. Stay Strange.

Sep 18, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 5Ep. 101

S5 E100: What We Know About ST5 So Far (Part 1)

We're back with episode ONE HUNDRED! 🥳 This week, Marina takes us on a chronological journey through all the Season 5 updates we have so far. Stay Strange!

Sep 11, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 5Ep. 100

S4 E99: Season 4 Wrap-Up

What a two years it's been. We're wrapping up the last nine months of it - Season 4! We go over all the things we didn't get to say about this season, talk about what's coming next, and tell you about our plans to come. Stay to the end for a special blooper. Stay Strange!

Aug 07, 20241 hr 34 minSeason 4Ep. 99

S4 E97: The Rainbow Room - Color Symbolism in Stranger Things Part 1

We're doing something a little different this week! Marina guides us through the colors of Stranger Things 1 & 2 and what they represent. Get ready to learn about the color wheel, color symbolism in Western culture, and how these symbols appear in the show. Stay Strange.

Jul 24, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 97

S4 E96.5: Our First Look at Season 5 (Bonus Episode)

* Spoilers for Season 5 Released Content Ahead! * On July 15, 2024, the 8-year anniversary of the release of Stranger Things 1, the world was given their first look into Stranger Things 5. Amanda and Marina go shot for shot through the under-two-minute teaser and give our thoughts, observations, and theories. This episode contains information currently available about Season 5 as of July 21, 2024.

Jul 22, 20241 hr 2 min

S4 E96: Chapter 9: The Piggyback (Part 4/4)

We've finally made it to our final installment of The Piggyback. What better way to finish off this supersized chapter than with a supersized episode this week? Stay Strange.

Jul 17, 20242 hr 23 minSeason 4Ep. 96

S4 E95: Chapter 9: The Piggyback (Part 3/4)

Wow, what a surprise. We are back with yet another week of covering The Piggyback! Each week sadder than the last. But you know we always make it fun. Stay Strange!

Jul 10, 20242 hr 10 minSeason 4Ep. 95

S4 E94: Chapter 9: The Piggyback (Part 2/4)

We're back with the next part of The Piggyback. Lots to discuss this week. Stay Strange! Editor's Note: You might notice some audio clipping in the first 10 minutes of this episode. Thank you for sticking with us!

Jul 03, 20242 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 94

S4 E93: Chapter 9: The Piggyback (Part 1/4)

Welcome to Part 1 of our four-week long journey through The Piggyback. We discuss some intentions behind scenes, lots of on-screen interruptions, and lots more. Stay Strange.

Jun 26, 20241 hr 40 minSeason 4Ep. 93

S4 E92: The Music and Movies of Season 4

Lots of surprises in this one! Amanda covers some of the heavy-hitters from the ST4 soundtrack, and Marina goes over some of the biggest movie influences from the Season. Stay Strange!

Jun 19, 20241 hr 57 minSeason 4Ep. 92

S4 E91: Brenner & Owens MBTI!

We're back with our MBTI episode for Season 4.2: Martin Brenner and Sam Owens. We kick off this episode a little differently, sharing an amazing theory from one of our listeners. Stay Strange!

Jun 12, 20241 hr 43 minSeason 4Ep. 91

S4 E90: Chapter 8: Papa (Part 2)

Marina and Amanda are coming in hot with our longest episode ever (!), the second half of Chapter 8, Papa. Grab a snack, and stay strange.

Jun 05, 20242 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 89

S4 E89: Chapter 8: Papa (Part 1)

We've made it to Part 2 of Season 4! This week, we're breaking down the first half of Papa. Stay Strange.

May 29, 20242 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 89

S4 E88: "Who Needs Imagination?": All About Jopper

This week, Marina takes us season by season through the SLOWEST BURN love story of the series (so far? 👀): Jopper! We explore all the nuances and history between Joyce and Hopper. Grab some coffee, let's get to contemplating. Stay Strange.

May 22, 20241 hr 59 minSeason 4Ep. 88

S4 E87: The VFX of Season 4

Amanda takes us on a little deep dive of some of the "visual feats" of Season 4. We gain a little more respect for Vecna in this one, but as we've heard, Stranger Things have happened. Stay Strange. YT Sources Rodeo VFX Breakdown Production Designer Chris Trujillo Becoming Vecna The DBs on the Demogorgon Fight...

May 15, 202444 minSeason 4Ep. 87

S4 E85: Chapter 7: The Massacre at Hawkins Lab (Part 2)

Amanda and Marina move through part 2 of MAHL. We talk about inconsistencies in the Upside Down, Marina's fanfic-writing past comes back to haunt us all, and Amanda's audio is back to normal! Stay Strange.

May 01, 20241 hr 48 minSeason 4Ep. 85

S4 E84: Chapter 7: The Massacre at Hawkins Lab (Part 1)

Marina and Amanda start on our first three-parter of the podcast! We discuss rabies, Ted Wheeler, and of course, Vecna. Stay Strange. Editor's Note: This episode's audio may sound a little funky! Something was going on with Amanda's mic that we tried our best to sound normal. Thanks for bearing with us!

Apr 24, 20241 hr 45 minSeason 4Ep. 84

S4 E83: Just the Facts: The Cold War

Marina takes us on a decade-by-decade journey through the Cold War and we find some more unexpected parallels. Stay strange.

Apr 17, 202450 minSeason 4Ep. 83

S4 E82: Curiosity Door: It's a Hive Mind

Amanda takes us on a journey through Hive Minds as we see them in nature and in some unexpected places in Stranger Things. Marina and Amanda also experience an EARTHQUAKE live! Good thing we stayed calm! Stay Normal this time, not Strange, thanks.

Apr 10, 202445 minSeason 4Ep. 82

S4 E81: Chapter 6: The Dive (Part 2)

Marina and Amanda are diving right back in to The Dive! The ladies get more raunchy than usual in this one, but hey, this chapter is canonically h*rny. Many more deep dives to come. Stay Strange.

Apr 03, 20241 hr 51 minSeason 4Ep. 81

S4 E80: Chapter 6: The Dive (Part 1)

Marina and Amanda "dive" right in this week with another chapter. Amanda accidentally does a weird amount of deep dives and Marina discusses a debated Reddit theory! Stay Strange.

Mar 27, 20241 hr 56 minSeason 4Ep. 80

S4 E79: Behind the Scenes & Favorite Clips

To finish up the first half of season 4, Amanda and Marina are bringing you a behind-the-scenes look into our podcasting process. We also share some of our favorite clips, some never-before-heard! Stay Strange.

Mar 06, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 79

S4 E78: Stranger Siblings (Part 2)

Amanda and Marina explore our second set of Stranger Siblings: Lucas/Erica and Billy/Max. Content Warning: This episode contains discussions and descriptions of abuse and violence.

Feb 28, 20241 hr 52 minSeason 4Ep. 78

S4 E77: Stranger Siblings (Part 1)

Amanda and Marina take an up-close look at the relationship dynamics between our first sets of Stranger Siblings: Jonathan/Will and Mike/Nancy. Stay Strange. Books Referenced: Running on Empty: Overcome your Childhood Emotional Neglect by Dr. Jonice Webb, PhD A Mother's Reckoning: Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy by Sue Klebold...

Feb 21, 20241 hr 53 minSeason 4Ep. 77
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