The Boroughs Things: Reactions, Comparisons, & Theories

The Boroughs Things: Reactions, Comparisons, & Theories

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (especially The Boroughs) This week at Camp Know Where, we’re taking a field trip to The Boroughs—and asking the big question: is this giving Hawkins… or something else entirely? We kick things off with quick reactions, then jump into “Boroughs Things” as we compare and contrast both shows—the vibes, the mysteries, and what actually works. Plus, we unpack our biggest unanswered questions, share our Season 2 theories that are now irrelevant, and wrap it all up with a lightning round. Strap in, campers… things are getting strange in a whole new zip code! (00:00) Intro (1:06) Quick Recap & Reactions (10:51) Boroughs Things: Comparing & Contrasting the 2 Shows (38:11) Unanswered Questions from The Boroughs (50:51) Theories for Canceled Season 2 of The Boroughs (58:44) Lightning Round (01:28:17) We'd Love to Hear From You! Honorable Mentions: Welcome to The Boroughs [https://youtu.be/5WCBnc4PQvI?si=w213qzgBYPpFQjp1] Ethel Beavers [https://youtu.be/Y8T1az5Ubt0?si=5ZXqP_sHpltzBqZI&t=55] The Boroughs Cast Talk Comparisons to Stranger Things [https://youtu.be/NWif2av3QYA?si=PYLdswr7FH5hYje9&t=16] The Central Question of the Show [https://youtu.be/5C8yGUQ7gww?si=HPiK-o7W4WjqvBzr&t=177] This Chocolate's Not For Eating [https://youtu.be/Bxpdqc84hQI?si=oXYDoFHf3DKpPF2p&t=156] Blood! [https://youtu.be/6PCWJBIfprQ?si=oL2m1r5CFaCwA6Vc&t=24] Aliens! I heard aliens! [https://youtu.be/6E8bCL_PUnY?si=bEKU5vaPCiPs75hi&t=61] All clips from Stranger Things & The Boroughs are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers   -------------------------- Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where! Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): campknowwherepod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod 🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis 🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna Doud Thank you so much for listening!

The Rad (and Not-So-Rad) Dads of Stranger Things

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (as well as Stranger Things: The First Shadow) Who’s the real dad of Stranger Things? Joel & Lauren are diving into fatherhood of the 1980s in this episode, handing out some Dad Superlatives, reminiscing the best Dad Moments, and closing with a Pop-corn lightning round. Whether your dad taught you to play baseball or hot wire a car, you’re welcome to join us at Camp Know Where! (00:00) Intro (01:25) Who is the Real Dad of Stranger Things? (14:42) Fatherhood in Stranger Things (18:07) Dad Superlatives (37:01) Best Dad Moments (47:27) Pop-corn Lightning Round (01:15:39) We'd Love to Hear From You! Honorable Mentions: I am your father (Toy Story 2) [https://youtu.be/rP99ny8o0Sc?si=hjWFQIsv5rsYoVmP&t=11] Daddy Day Care [https://youtu.be/2zF6znCLUhI?si=_2i7E7WPg__qMQSs&t=2] Buddy The Elf Sings to Walter [https://youtu.be/dl1e7jMzk-M?si=ncRalRDSj0iXpVq7&t=38] Shrek 3- "I love you daddy" [https://youtube.com/shorts/7NApq8LqC5Q?si=92o-OcF4NzOaLUvj] Ted Wheeler Core [https://youtube.com/shorts/e0a0BPVSJlk?si=LBDwjULViFl7LZBN] Hopper's Letter [https://youtu.be/TkNRgZ5in7w?si=uQXtKMSQhRBn1iw9] Hopper's Talk with Mike & El [https://youtu.be/bLl19oeSSEg?si=xUfoL47pXj9840ue&t=52] "It's your grandma" Season 3 Bloopers [https://youtu.be/qBLwyjYLpX8?si=C38Nue07XM9nOjvt&t=10] All clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers   -------------------------- Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where! Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): campknowwherepod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod 🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis 🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna Doud Thank you so much for listening!

"Purple Rain" by Prince - The Music of Stranger Things

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 5) Lauren and Joel wrap their 2nd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Purple Rain” by Prince. They discuss when the song is used in the show, what this evokes for the audience, and how the song advances the overall plot of Stranger Things. They break down the instrumentalization of the song & analyze some of the lyrics before a purple lightning round. If life is purple raining on your parade, we hope this lil trip to Camp Know Where cheers you up, friends! (00:00) Intro (02:01) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context (09:25) How Stranger Things Landed Prince’s Music (17:51) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things  (21:26) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates (28:54) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis (43:47) Purple Lightning Round (01:06:55) We'd Love to Hear From You! Honorable Mentions: Prince meets Nick & Jess on New Girl [https://youtu.be/bJGcASPRu0Q?si=J6P_K1vmUAbhaTdp] Tudum: How the Duffers Scored Two Prince Songs [https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/stranger-things-5-episode-8-prince-needle-drop-songs] Variety Article: Stranger Things and Prince [https://variety.com/2026/film/news/stranger-things-finale-prince-when-doves-cry-purple-rain-1236622700/] Goodbye Mike [https://youtu.be/sz0umSGQF9g?si=vTufTppeFelttVVc&t=1] All clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers   -------------------------- Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where! Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): campknowwherepod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod 🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis 🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna Doud Thank you so much for listening!

"Master of Puppets" by Metallica - The Music of Stranger Things

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 4) Lauren and Joel continue their 2nd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Master of Puppets” by Metallica. They discuss when the song is used in the show, what this evokes for the audience, and how the song advances the overall plot of Stranger Things. They break down the instrumentalization of the song & analyze some of the lyrics before a lightning round. You don’t have to be a Master Puppeteer to join us at Camp Know Where, friends! (00:00) Intro (02:03) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context (09:04) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things  (14:37) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates (29:08) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis (39:14) Lightning Round (59:00) We'd Love to Hear From You! Honorable Mentions: Stranger Things puts Metallica back on the charts! [https://youtu.be/DbtvnwH4ag0?si=Bfvv8Ogw-zRm982b] Metallica on Jimmy Kimmel Live! [https://youtu.be/mvXRpO4yTO0?si=syVahLX9AMNze6Q5&t=76] Joseph Quinn on The Tonight Show [https://youtu.be/uookwKDmtzU?si=5T3RY5CGktXj8XCr&t=142] Joseph Quinn Breaks Down Eddie's Journey [https://youtu.be/LDfV6E3pqJU?si=vB-li8pylDqjfPOL] All clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers   -------------------------- Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where! Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): campknowwherepod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod 🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis 🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna Doud Thank you so much for listening!

"Dream a Little Dream of Me" by Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong - The Music of Stranger Things

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 4) Lauren and Joel take a deep dive of the song "Dream A Little Dream Of Me” by Ella Fitzgerald ft. Louis Armstrong. They discuss when the song is used in the show, what this evokes for the audience, and how the song advances the overall plot of Stranger Things. They break down the instrumentalization of the song & analyze some of the lyrics before a lightning round. We hope this one causes good daydreams and not nightmares, campers! (00:00) Intro (1:40) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context (8:45) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things  (17:56) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates (25:46) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis (35:42) Lightning Round (48:48) We'd Love to Hear From You! Honorable Mentions: All clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers   -------------------------- Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where! Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): campknowwherepod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod 🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis 🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna Doud Thank you so much for listening!