Episode 4 — The After Effects of Child Abuse

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Thank you for listening! I hope you enjoyed hearing my thoughts and opinions on Stranger Things Season 2. ALL RIGHTS TO NETFLIX.

Episode 5 - Totally Rad! 80’s Nostalgia in Stranger Things

In this more lighthearted episode, Alison talks about the presence of 80’s culture in Stranger Things and how this nostalgia is able to create a connection between viewers and the show in the best way.

Episode 4 — The After Effects of Child Abuse

In this difficult episode, Alison discusses the ways in which viewers are exposed to child abuse through flashbacks and stories of the lab for both Kali and Eleven.

Episode 3 - Protection or Misconception: Billy’s Role as Human Antagonist

In this episode, Alison focuses on the human antagonist of season 2, villainous newcomer Billy Hargrove. Billy lives under the facade of mystery and intrigue, when reality he is a vicious bully who uses his step-sister as a way to release his feelings of anger and disdain for his life.

Episode 2 - “It’s More Like a Feeling” Will Byers and PTSD

In this episode, Alison delves into the character of Will Byers, who plays a major role in the season. Will is recovering from the Upside Down and while he has returned physically, his mind and emotions are still very much attached to the upside down and the evil he faced there.