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There’s only one way to deal with Stranger Things withdrawal after spending the whole weekend in Hawkins fighting demodogs: break down everything from the entire season. Which is exactly what we did today on a supersized (super spoiler-filled) edition of Nerdist News Talks Back.
Host Jessica Chobot was joined by Nerdist editors Dan Casey and Alicia Lutes, along with Nerdist News writers Aliza Pearl and Joan Ford for today’s return trip to the Upside Down, to discuss everything about Stranger Things 2. What did everyone think? What did we like? What did we dislike? What valuable lessons did we learn about hair care?
What about the season’s biggest (literally) villain, the Shadow Monster/Mind Flyer? Was he a worthy successor to season one’s Demogorgon? What about Will’s role in his attack (which we totally predicted—just sayin’)? With the Shadow Monster still lurking, what do we expect from season three’s Big Bad? Were we happy that Paul Reiser’s Dr. Owens turned out to be a good guy? And did the show invert enough ’80s and horror movies tropes, or did it lean too heavily on homage this season?
There was a much smaller monster this year too, with Dustin’s “Dart” turning out to be a baby Demogorgon. Did we see that coming or did the adorable little slug catch us off guard? Was going from a single Demogorgon to a whole pack of them too big a jump, or did the show make the right call by upping the monster ante that much? And what did we think about season one’s voice-of-reason Dustin turning into the group’s rule breaker? Did we like the change as much as we did his new hair style?
Season two’s most heartwarming duo turned out to be the secret family of Chief Hopper and Eleven. What did we think about that relationship? What about the rest of Eleven’s family? Did the show rush through the story with her mother, or is there more there? What about her “lost sister” Kali (a.k.a. Eight)? Are there even more Hawkins lab kids out there who we’ll meet in the future? Do we want to see more of that vigilante group of punks? (I’m a big “no” vote.) What other secrets does Hopper have in those boxes Eleven found? And with poor Bob gone, could a Hopper and Joyce relationship finally happen?
Jonathan and Nancy also ended up spending a lot of time together this season (yeah they did). Was their journey through the world of journalism worth the time it took? Did Barb finally get the justice she deserved considering it was based on a lie? Does that end her story for good? And were we glad to see Nancy end up with Jonathan, or are we #TeamSteve?
Speaking of Steve, whilereplaced by Billy as the biggest jerk at Hawkins High, he did end up coming out on top as everyone’s new favorite babysitter. What did we make of his transition to Mr. Wonderful? And which high school king had the cooler look: Steve with his glasses or Billy smoking while working out? And what did we make of Billy’s role on the show? Could we see him redeemed in the future too?
Max and Lucas were the other hot new couple of the season. What did we think of Mad Max? What did she bring to the pack? Did we like how much the show leaned into the D&D lore this year? And where do her and Lucas rank among our favorite pairs this year?
And what about Sean Astin’s Bob? (Poor Bob.) Who was the season’s MVP? What parts of the story should have been left out? And, naturally, what do we hope to see in Stranger Things 3? (Boy that’s a lot of questions!)
Nerdist News Talks Back aired live today just like it does every weekday at 1:00 p.m. PT on our YouTube and Alpha channels. When you tune in live you can get in on the conversation with us, so be there with us every day eand share your thoughts with us during the show.
But you can still vote in today’s Monster Madness poll! No big deal, it’s just the Finals! The championship pits Godzilla against Cthulhu! Help decide the baddest, biggest pop culture monster ever.
The time has come: our #MonsterMadness final is here! Who would win in a fight, #Godzilla or #Cthulhu? Vote in the ultimate monster battle:
— Nerdist (@nerdist) October 30, 2017
But even though you weren’t live with us today, you can still talk back to us in our comments below about everything and anything from Stranger Things 2. There’s still plenty more to discuss too, like what should we the buddy cop movie starring Steve and Dustin we’re writing?
Images: Netflix
Want More From the Upside Down?
- The internet’s best reactions to the season.
- All of our Stranger Things season two episode breakdowns.
- Why Stranger Things deserves better than a binge watch.
- Stranger Things creators The Duffer Brothers on The Nerdist Podcast.
There’s only one way to deal with Stranger Things withdrawal after spending the whole weekend in Hawkins fighting demodogs: break down everything from the entire season. Which is exactly what we did today on a supersized (super spoiler-filled) edition of Nerdist News Talks Back.
Host Jessica Chobot was joined by Nerdist editors Dan Casey and Alicia Lutes, along with Nerdist News writers Aliza Pearl and Joan Ford for today’s return trip to the Upside Down, to discuss everything about Stranger Things 2. What did everyone think? What did we like? What did we dislike? What valuable lessons did we learn about hair care?
What about the season’s biggest (literally) villain, the Shadow Monster/Mind Flyer? Was he a worthy successor to season one’s Demogorgon? What about Will’s role in his attack (which we totally predicted—just sayin’)? With the Shadow Monster still lurking, what do we expect from season three’s Big Bad? Were we happy that Paul Reiser’s Dr. Owens turned out to be a good guy? And did the show invert enough ’80s and horror movies tropes, or did it lean too heavily on homage this season?
There was a much smaller monster this year too, with Dustin’s “Dart” turning out to be a baby Demogorgon. Did we see that coming or did the adorable little slug catch us off guard? Was going from a single Demogorgon to a whole pack of them too big a jump, or did the show make the right call by upping the monster ante that much? And what did we think about season one’s voice-of-reason Dustin turning into the group’s rule breaker? Did we like the change as much as we did his new hair style?
Season two’s most heartwarming duo turned out to be the secret family of Chief Hopper and Eleven. What did we think about that relationship? What about the rest of Eleven’s family? Did the show rush through the story with her mother, or is there more there? What about her “lost sister” Kali (a.k.a. Eight)? Are there even more Hawkins lab kids out there who we’ll meet in the future? Do we want to see more of that vigilante group of punks? (I’m a big “no” vote.) What other secrets does Hopper have in those boxes Eleven found? And with poor Bob gone, could a Hopper and Joyce relationship finally happen?
Jonathan and Nancy also ended up spending a lot of time together this season (yeah they did). Was their journey through the world of journalism worth the time it took? Did Barb finally get the justice she deserved considering it was based on a lie? Does that end her story for good? And were we glad to see Nancy end up with Jonathan, or are we #TeamSteve?
Speaking of Steve, whilereplaced by Billy as the biggest jerk at Hawkins High, he did end up coming out on top as everyone’s new favorite babysitter. What did we make of his transition to Mr. Wonderful? And which high school king had the cooler look: Steve with his glasses or Billy smoking while working out? And what did we make of Billy’s role on the show? Could we see him redeemed in the future too?
Max and Lucas were the other hot new couple of the season. What did we think of Mad Max? What did she bring to the pack? Did we like how much the show leaned into the D&D lore this year? And where do her and Lucas rank among our favorite pairs this year?
And what about Sean Astin’s Bob? (Poor Bob.) Who was the season’s MVP? What parts of the story should have been left out? And, naturally, what do we hope to see in Stranger Things 3? (Boy that’s a lot of questions!)
Nerdist News Talks Back aired live today just like it does every weekday at 1:00 p.m. PT on our YouTube and Alpha channels. When you tune in live you can get in on the conversation with us, so be there with us every day eand share your thoughts with us during the show.
But you can still vote in today’s Monster Madness poll! No big deal, it’s just the Finals! The championship pits Godzilla against Cthulhu! Help decide the baddest, biggest pop culture monster ever.
The time has come: our #MonsterMadness final is here! Who would win in a fight, #Godzilla or #Cthulhu? Vote in the ultimate monster battle:
— Nerdist (@nerdist) October 30, 2017
But even though you weren’t live with us today, you can still talk back to us in our comments below about everything and anything from Stranger Things 2. There’s still plenty more to discuss too, like what should we the buddy cop movie starring Steve and Dustin we’re writing?
Images: Netflix
Want More From the Upside Down?
- The internet’s best reactions to the season.
- All of our Stranger Things season two episode breakdowns.
- Why Stranger Things deserves better than a binge watch.
- Stranger Things creators The Duffer Brothers on The Nerdist Podcast.
Ambitious, cunning, and…a ride or die.
Look, I get it, you think ~all Slytherins are evil~, and that's totally fine.
Except it isn't.
Warner Bros.
But, as a proud Slytherin myself, I know that those generalizations overshadow the TRUE nature of the house, and just how awesome some Slytherins are.
Warner Bros.
A Slytherin will tell you to take time for yourself, and not waste your time on others who don't deserve it.
CW
A Slytherin will be unafraid to call you out on your bullshit, and hold you accountable for your actions.
HBO
A Slytherin will be the one there at one a.m. after your terrible break-up with a bottle of vodka and a box of Oreos to tell you you're better than them.
NBC
And, even when you're in a relationship, a Slytherin will be the first one to remind you to "dump 'em" if they forget what a prize you are.
A Slytherin will make sure you get all of your work done and then some.
NBC
Because a Slytherin knows just how far your ambition can take you, and wants you to dream as big as possible.
Hulu
But, at the same time, a Slytherin will encourage you to have as much fun as humanly possible...and be pretty pissed if you're not down.
NBC / Via Twitter: @dwightschrute_
And a Slytherin will always make you laugh with their dry, sarcastic, (kind of) mean sense of humor.
Spyglass Entertainment
A Slytherin will push you to be the best, most unforgiving version of yourself, because they sure as heck are.
HBO
A Slytherin will hate who you hate without question, and love who you love without hesitation.
Comedy Central
A Slytherin will defend your honor with their cunning wit and charm.
FOX
Because a Slytherin can talk their way out of anything, so it's always good to have one on the team.
Warner Bros.
A Slytherin will always be there to aggressively remind you of your self-worth, even when you think you're worth nothing.
Universal Pictures
And, of course, a Slytherin will push you a little closer to the edge, and test your rebellious limits.
Disney Studios/ LucasFilm
So go out and find yourself a Slytherin to chill with! Trust me, we can be pretty cool.
Warner Bros.
Halloween is only a decapitated heads throw away, so I wanted to get a little insight from other nerds on how they’re getting ready and celebrating the season! For me personally, I’ve stuffed my face with chocolate, visited Sleepy Hollow upstate, watched the Rocky Horror Picture Show in Chelsea at midnight with outstanding live performers, and decorated the hell out of my apartment. I have dangling skeletons, a ghost cookie jar, a bazillion orange and purples lights, candles, and of course, PUMPKINS!!! The tiny ones look so cute on top of my table in the living room. This month has been beautifully spooky!
I checked in with some of my favorite cosplay/modelling buddies to talk about fun and Autumnal activities to bring life and excitement for the scariest time of the year. Whether it is indulging in a Buffy marathon or creating original spooky tunes, there is an unlimited amount of options to choose from when deciding what to do for Halloween!
Max
Facebook: Max Capacity Cosplay
Instagram: @younggenj
Black Nerd Problems: Please tell us a little bit about yourself! What’s your everyday life like?
Max: I’m Max, though I also go by Neil and Genji, and I’m pretty sure I’ve been a nerd since before I knew what the word “nerd” meant. I’m a mixed Japanese guy who got into gaming, anime, and Japanese history in an effort to reconnect with the far-away parts of my culture, both old and new. By day I work at a toy store, and by night I’m usually playing video games (like Destiny 2 or Overwatch) or I’m making a costume for an upcoming con. I also have a bit of a side gig going composing and arranging video game music, so it’s pretty hard to stay bored! I have a sick rock collection, and, to nobody’s surprise, my favorite holiday is definitely Halloween.
BNP: What does Halloween mean to you? Do you feel like it’s a necessary part of our society?
Max: Halloween to me means (usually) colder temperatures, a ludicrous amount of candy, and a chance for me and all my cosplay buds to either flex our skills or to completely forget about making a costume in lieu of working on something for an impending con or meetup. It also means it’s time to watch awful, cheesy Halloween movies and TV specials (but no jump scares, please).
I can say with certainty that I think Halloween is very necessary for our society, and in fact I’d go so far as to say that the vast majority of American adults simply see Halloween as a “kid’s holiday” and don’t go to great enough lengths to actually enjoy it, which is missing the whole point. The night seems to be tailor-made to be fun, at least to me. Who doesn’t like to dress up, get scared, and eat some candy? Growing up, I always wanted to make my own costumes, even when my plans were so ambitious that I don’t think I could even accomplish some of them now (someday I’ll make an entire Sesshōmaru costume from scratch, I swear). That drive to create, to make something I could wear myself, it’s definitely gotten me into some pretty cool situations. I’ve made great friends and done awesome things, partially because I wanted to be something nerdy for Halloween. So yes, in short, I think it’s necessary for our culture and our society.
BNP: Are there any DIY projects you get into or “rituals” you do every year to get into the spirit?
Max: Does eating way too much candy corn in one sitting count? Really, though, it doesn’t quite feel like the Halloween season until I’ve at least watched Scary Godmother and Beetlejuice. It’s also become somewhat of a tradition to come up with a wacky, topical Halloween costume idea (ideally, one that doesn’t take too much time or money away from costuming pursuits for a con right after Halloween). My costumes are usually makeup/special effects heavy and have included a national park (during the Great American Furlough of 2013), a modern day oni, and a vampire who doesn’t know what year it is (fangs, a little blood, and fashion taken straight from the 1950’s, with timely slang for good measure). In addition, I always try to write some spooky music right when October hits, even if it’s just a little bit.
Alexis
Instagram: @amethyst_flare
BNP: Please tell us a little bit about yourself! What is life like in Richmond right now in October?
Alexis: My name is Alexis and I’m a recent VCU graduate currently working as a K-3 Literacy Tutor. I haven’t really been out and about to see the “October in RVA” sights since I work a school week schedule, but the weather around here is starting to chill to sweater weather. At least at 8AM.
BNP: How do you navigate the intersections of being a nerd during Halloween? Do you fuse the two together in any way?
Alexis: Halloween the past couple of years has just been another reason to make a cosplay honestly. Nekocon is close to Halloween too, so oftentimes, I will set Halloween as my early deadline for a costume so that I’m sure it’s ready before a con. I also use it as a time to make my less tedious costumes. So yeah, I guess it is pretty fused for me! My Halloween costumes ever since I started cosplaying have been cosplays/things I would also wear to cons.
BNP: Are there any DIY projects you get into or “rituals” you do every year to get into the spirit?
Alexis: The “ritual” my friends have gotten into the past couple of years has been making costumes for the group to be together. 2 years ago we were Super Mario Characters and last year we were the Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton. We weren’t able to hold it up this year though, as a member of the group has moved to NYC haha…we really missed being able to do it this year!
Taylor
Facebook: Taylor Goodbody
Instagram: @teegood
Photography Credit: Megan Abell Photography
BNP: Please tell us a little bit about yourself! What’s your life like?
Taylor: Stimulating — a pretty forgiving word given how crazed I feel most of the time. Life for me is a hectic cycle of juggling: attending graduate school and working full time outside my field of study for the past two years. The responsibilities on both ends just seem to increase in unison so I’m constantly on the move. When my schedule allows (or after some serious rearranging), I also work as a plus-size model in Richmond and this year marks my ten year anniversary in the Richmond modeling scene — pretty wild! Thankfully, I’m able to commit to a handful of modeling gigs per year ranging from vintage casual wear to bridal gowns. In between the chaotic moments and time constraints, I’m usually (re)watching episodes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, foraging for reasonably priced comics and Funko Pops (I just found out there’s a Ms. Marvel and I’m itching to snag her), or baking (I make a mean apple pie and some pretty tasty chocolate chip cookies too). …Balance plays a huge role in my life; since I don’t have a lot of down time, I’m constantly trying to ensure that one portion of my life isn’t dominating the rest–so my work, body, and mind have the space they need to thrive.
BNP: With Halloween inching closer and closer to us, how are you preparing for it? What are your plans?
Taylor: I have to admit that I’ve gone a little overboard with my Halloween prep this year. Last year I started brainstorming on Halloween and the wheels for this year are set in motion! My main costume piece is ready and I’m in the process of gathering the necessary accessories and planning my makeup details to complete the look. I’m planning to compete in (and win!) our office-wide costume competition… At this point, I’m not sure if I’ll stay in costume and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters, but I know I’ll definitely curl up in a bundle of blankets and watch some Halloween classics!
BNP: Are there any DIY projects you get into or “rituals” you do every year to get into the spirit?
Taylor: Other than watching my favorite seasonal movies ( Hocus Pocus is obviously the best Halloween movie and I’ve watched it twice so far), making sure I drink at least one cup of apple cider, and checking out all the fantastic Inktober creations on Instagram, I haven’t been very ritualistic for the past few Halloweens. However, this year I’ve actually picked up some traditions that I used to do as a kid…I dressed up my desk at my office. My little cubicle is decked out with banners, lights, skeletons, pumpkins, and more! People walk by to check it out as the decor seems to spawn day by day. I also picked up and carved a pumpkin for my house for the first time in probably ten years. The rituals are back and here to stay after this Halloween!
Anybody out there doing a fun group Halloween costume? Tag us on social media so we can marvel at your brilliance!
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