Camp Know Where: A Stranger Things Podcast
Joel and Lauren Purvis
Camp Know Where: A Stranger Things Podcast is committed to deep diving into all things Stranger Things! Check us out on Instagram @campknowwherepod & email us at [email protected]
Episodes
"I Melt With You" by Modern English: The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 1)Lauren and Joel launch their 4th mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "I Melt With You” by Modern English. 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. The future’s open wide with this one, campers! (00:00) Intro(1:32) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(5:56) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (10:22) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(18:44) Lightning Round(47:33) 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Stranger Things: Tales from '85 (S2) - Reactions & Theories
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (especially Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 Season 2)We’re heading back to 1985… and things are still not normal in Hawkins. In this episode, we’re diving into Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 Season 2! Lauren & Joel share quick reactions, break down hits and misses, share an unhinged guestbook experience, compare ratings and fandom takes, explore unanswered questions, & share theories for where this corner of the Stranger Things universe could go next before a lightning round! Things are paranormal in this one, so grab your proton packs & please don’t ghost us, campers!(00:00) Intro(1:21) Quick Recap & Reactions(6:47) Unhinged Guestbook Detour(10:11) Back to Recap & Reactions(16:13) Hits & Misses(39:46) Ratings & Fandom Reactions(44:40) Unanswered Questions from Season 2(47:54) Theories for Season 3 of Tales From ‘85(54:22) Lightning Round(01:28:40) We'd Love to Hear From You!All clips from Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Spidey Things: Reactions, Comparisons, & Theories
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW & FILM (especially Spider-Man: Brand New Day)We're swinging from Camp Know Where over to the MCU for Spider-Man: Brand New Day! In this episode, Lauren and Joel share a recap and reactions to the latest chapter in Peter Parker's story, compare and contrast the movie with Stranger Things — lonely heroes, hidden truths, and powers that isolate. From there, they dig into the web of their biggest unanswered questions and theories for where the story goes next before a lightning round. We teleki-need to sink deep into this one, campers!(00:00) Intro(02:10) Quick Recap & Reactions(07:15) Spidey Things: Comparing & Contrasting the 2 Shows(14:40) Unanswered Questions from Brand New Day(26:11) Theories for the Next Spider-Man Film(35:11) Lightning Round(55:30) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Spiderman or Spider-Man?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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Landslide" by Fleetwood Mac - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 5)Lauren and Joel wrap their 3rd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac. 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. This is one of our favorites by a landslide! We hope it helps you see more of your own reflection, campers. (00:00) Intro(01:56) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(09:16) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (13:16) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(19:01) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(30:02) Lightning Round(32:49) Joel Kills a Gnat-sty Bug(33:21) And We’re Back to the Lightning Round(54:50) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Duffers' Quote on Landslide- DeadlineNPR Recap of Season 5 FinaleAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)" by Journey ft. Steve Perry - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 4)Lauren and Joel continue their 3rd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)” by Journey ft. Steve Perry. 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. This is a good one, campers! So let’s not go our separate ways.(00:00) Intro(1:50) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(8:39) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (12:27) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(19:41) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(28:28) Lightning Round(47:42) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:TWENTY-NINE!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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"American Pie" by Don McLean - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 3)Lauren and Joel continue their 3rd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "American Pie” by Don McClean. 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. Whether your favorite pie is Erica’s or not, grab your Chevy, drive it to the levee, and join us as we dig into the longest song on the radio for the 1970s!(00:00) Intro(1:35) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(5:23) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (8:04) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(19:24) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(26:14) Lightning Round(51:10) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Billy & Heather AttackAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Whip It" by DEVO - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 2)Lauren and Joel continue their 3rd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Whip It” by DEVO. 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. This one really whipped us into shape, so we hope you’ll go forward and move ahead with us, campers!(00:00) Intro(03:06) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(07:54) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (10:20) Video Game Moment(11:13) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(16:18) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(24:36) Lightning Round(54:47) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Dragon's Lair AdvertisementChandler Trying to Say "Whipped"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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Atmosphere" by Joy Division - The Music of Stranger Things
Lauren and Joel launch their 3rd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Atmosphere” by Joy Division. 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 you “don’t walk away” from this one, campers! We promise we worked hard to create just the right atmosphere. ✨(00:00) Intro(02:05) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(09:50) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (13:26) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(21:27) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(39:30) Lightning Round(59:45) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Ted & Karen WheelerNational Suicide Prevention LifelineAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Down the Rabbit Hole: Stranger Things 5 & Alice in Wonderland
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially Season 5)Joel & Lauren leave Camp Know Where & head straight down the rabbit hole of Stranger Things Season 5's most delightfully unhinged literary parallels: Alice in Wonderland. — and they're not coming back the same. Holly's iconic blue dress, Max as the Mad Hatter, Henry Creel as the White Rabbit, and the Upside Down as the world's most terrifying Wonderland — it's all here, and it's all connected. Would you join us as we analyze the easter eggs, peruse the parallels, and question the Queen of Hearts before a lightning round? We promise it’ll be Wonderland-ful!(00:00) Intro(02:06) Pop Culture in Season 5(03:25) Catching the Easter Eggs(06:29) Who Is In Wonderland?(11:40) The Rabbit Hole: The Upside Down as Wonderland(14:08) The Theory That Broke Hearts- And Didn’t Come True(18:30) Alice Creel- The Parallel Heart(21:59) What Alice in Wonderland is Really About(24:39) Other Fairy Tale Layers(26:47) Did the Show Stick the Landing on the Parallel?(29:12) Lightning Round(50:49) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Alice Falling Down the Rabbit HoleSNL- "See the Cave"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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Soviet Things: The Red Scare when the Mind Flayer Meets the Motherland
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW In this episode, Lauren and Joel dig into the Cold War paranoia baked into Stranger Things' Soviet subplot: where it came from, why it hits so hard, and why it quietly disappeared in Season 5. History, heartbreak, and a Christian lens on fear, power, and what actually defeats darkness. Plus — a lightning round you won't want to miss. Join us as we head from Camp Know Where to Camp Kamchatka, where the Mind Flayer meets the Motherland!(00:00) Intro(01:34) Historical Context- The Cold War & American Paranoia(08:17) The Soviet Subplot of Stranger Things(26:06) Why The Soviet Subplot Works(38:52) The Missing Thread: Why Season 5 Dropped the Soviet Storyline(50:29) Why Does This All Matter?(54:13) Lightning Round(01:25:25) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Cold War Paranoia Stuck in a Russian ElevatorAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
The Origins of Stranger Things: MKUltra & The Montauk Project
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW Joel & Lauren leave Camp Know Where & head to Camp Hero for a deep dive into the origins of Stranger Things. They explore the verified historical events & speculatory conspiracy theories that inspired this beloved TV series. All the while, they ask themselves an important question: When it comes to human experimentation, where does God draw the line? Research hit them deep with this one as they were graciously reminded that the right thing to do is rarely the easy thing. But it's always the right thing. (00:00) Intro(01:20) What is Stranger Things based on?(06:07) Verified History: What is Actually Documented?(16:31) Conspiracy Layer: Montauk and the Lore Around It(25:33) The Ethics- Where Does God Draw the Line?(43:27) Lightning Round(01:21:29) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:MK-Ultra: The Shocking Cold War Experiments Hidden by the CIAMysteries Decoded: The Montauk ExperimentsAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
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 BoroughsEthel BeaversThe Boroughs Cast Talk Comparisons to Stranger ThingsThe Central Question of the ShowThis Chocolate's Not For EatingBlood!Aliens! I heard aliens!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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank 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(35:04) Best Dad Moments(43:50) Pop-corn Lightning Round(01:12:00) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:I am your father (Toy Story 2)Daddy Day CareBuddy The Elf Sings to WalterShrek 3- "I love you daddy"Ted Wheeler CoreHopper's LetterHopper's Talk with Mike & El"It's your grandma" Season 3 BloopersAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank 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 GirlTudum: How the Duffers Scored Two Prince SongsVariety Article: Stranger Things and PrinceGoodbye MikeAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank 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!Metallica on Jimmy Kimmel Live!Joseph Quinn on The Tonight ShowJoseph Quinn Breaks Down Eddie's JourneyAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Material Girl" by Madonna - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 3)Lauren and Joel continue their 2nd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Material Girl” by Madonna. 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. Take a break from the material world and take a little trip to Camp Know Where with us, friends!(00:00) Intro(2:59) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(8:10) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (13:45) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(19:19) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(31:46) Lightning Round(57:15) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Starcourt Mall CommercialIrony of Material GirlJoey: "Stupid Gap on every corner!"$300?!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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Should I Stay or Should I Go" by The Clash - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 1, 2, & 5)Lauren and Joel launch their 2nd mini-series of “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Should I Stay or Should I Go” by The Clash. 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. The choice to stay or to go is all yours, but we sure hope you’ll choose to stay, campers!(00:00) Intro(1:33) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(6:06) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (17:43) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(20:52) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(26:32) Lightning Round(44:05) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:The End of The ClashNPR Nora Felder InterviewDuffers on The ClashDo you even like baseball?Will Sings- Walkie TalkieWill Is Still ThereSeason 5 Intro SceneShould I Stay or Should I Go in SpanishAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
The Moms of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (as well as Stranger Things: The First Shadow)Who’s the real mom of Stranger Things? Joel & Lauren are diving into motherhood of the 1980s in this episode, handing out some Mom Superlatives, reminiscing the best Mom Moments, and closing with a Mamma Bear lightning round. The moms who are often in the background are finally getting their spotlight! Join us as we yap about these occasionally-oblivious-yet-incredibly-protective moms. Also shoutout to all the moms out there, cause let’s face it, mom’s probably the one who would drop you off and pick you up to & from Camp Know Where, right?(00:00) Intro(01:25) Who is the Real Mom of Stranger Things?(09:14) Motherhood in Stranger Things(10:53) Mom Superlatives(37:32) Best Mom Moments(43:16) Mamma Bear Lightning Round(01:00:40) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Mom! Mommy!Mother- Parent TrapMom? -Kevin McAllisterMomma- ElevenJoyce & Jonathan Arguing- Season 1Tragic Background of Terry IvesJoyce & The Christmas LightsAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 (S1): Reactions & Theories
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (especially Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85)We’re heading back to 1985… and things are still not normal in Hawkins. In this episode, we’re diving into Stranger Things: Tales From ’85! Lauren & Joel share quick reactions, break down hits and misses, compare ratings and fandom takes, and explore theories for Season 2 of Tales From ‘85 before a lightning round! Unlike Mr. Clarke, we aren’t “taking a sabbatical,” and unlike Dustin, we aren’t “banned for life.” Snow sharks, possessed pumpkins, & sewer serpents? “Welcome to Hawkins, New Kid.”(00:00) Intro(1:00) Quick Recap & Reactions(12:20) Hits & Misses(40:00) Ratings & Fandom Reactions(46:40) Theories for Season 2 of Tales From ‘85(52:55) Lightning Round(01:07:48) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Tales From '85 AnnouncementDuffers Talk About Animated Series"Napoleon, give me some of your tots"All clips from Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Music & Memory in Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW Ever wonder why Max’s favorite song could pull her out of Vecna’s grasp in Stranger Things? In this episode, Lauren and Joel dive into the powerful link between music and memory — from the neuroscience of how tunes unlock our deepest emotions, to why Scripture tells us to sing “psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.” We’ll explore how rhythm, repetition, and melody help us hold on to truth when our minds feel trapped in the upside down of fear and forgetfulness. Grab your Walkman and your Bible — and let’s take a trip down memory lane!(00:00) Intro(1:08) Music & Memory in Stranger Things(9:50) The Neuroscience of Why Music Unlocks Memory(25:55) Biblical & Theological Resonance(40:10) Lightning Round(58:02) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Someone Like You by Van MorrisonMusic's Effects on the BrainSchool of Rock- Math LessonThe Corner RoomForevermore by Rivers & RobotsOh Love That Will Not Let Me Go by Ascend The HillSeasons Change by United PursuitRun Rudolph Run by Chuck BerryYou're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile from AnnieOnly Time by EnyaEveryday Gospel: A Daily Devotional Connecting Scripture to All of Life by Paul David TrippAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
The Borrowed Nostalgia of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW Stranger Things made you nostalgic for an era you maybe never actually lived through…and now you’re questioning everything, including your curated “80s vibes” playlist. In this episode, Lauren & Joel dive into how a show full of landlines, neon-colored hangout spots, and dangerously unsupervised bike rides managed to resonate with Gen Z and Zillennial viewers. We yap about borrowed nostalgia, visual & sonic time travel, and how intentional cinematographic decisions played such a role in the feelings of comfort in this beloved series. Is Stranger Things a sincere love letter to the 80s or a brilliantly packaged retro aesthetic for the streaming age? Grab your walkie-talkie (or, you know, your phone) and join us as we debate, overanalyze, and maybe even accidentally make you nostalgic for a life you never had. (00:00) Intro(2:03) What Nostalgia Actually Is (6:00) The Aesthetic Layer: Visual and Sonic Time Travel(35:40) The Storytelling Layer: 80s Narrative DNA(38:01) Emotional Nostalgia: Friendship and Found Family(45:14) Cultural Recycling and the Rise of Retro(54:28) The “Idealized Past” Effect; Nostalgia as Comfort and Trap(1:03:43) Lightning Round(1:38:47) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Leggo My Eggo! Tim Ives InterviewSeason 1, ep. 1 DnD CampaignBecoming Vecna: A Behind the Scenes LookDixon & Stein InterviewLucas getting ready for the danceUncle Rico is DeluluAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
The Girl with the 011 Tattoo
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (and also Wicked: For Good, and Loki - we promise that's it)Lauren and Joel are turning this one all the way up to Eleven—because it’s their 11th episode, and who better to celebrate than Hawkins’ own telekinetic queen? In this supercharged deep dive, they explore her backstory, stacked strengths and glaring weaknesses, plus 11 of her best moments in Stranger Things. They speculate about Eleven’s fate before an “11:11 Make-A-Wish” lightning round. Friends don’t lie, so leggo of that Eggo, grab a seat (even if it's in the nosebleeds), and tune in to Camp Know Where—brought to you by WSQK: The Squawk, broadcasting straight from the rightside up of the Upside Down.(00:00) Intro(3:00) Eleven’s Backstory(6:50) Strengths & Weaknesses(20:08) Best Eleven Moments(36:10) Do I Believe?(43:20) 11:11 Make A Wish (Lightning Round)(01:09:18) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Season 1 Recap RapI Said She's A Freak!"She broke my arm!"El threatening Vecna"I do not belong""I piggybacked from a pizza dough freezer""Karen with her wine"El flips the vanEl connects with Billy"You are the monster.""You're not going."El attacks the Flesh Monster"Join me"... "No."Goodbye, MikeMike's TheoryAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Harry Things: Nancy Wheeler & Hermione Granger
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW AND FOR ALL OF HARRY POTTER Lauren and Joel wrap their mini-series “Harry Things” with a deep dive of Nancy Wheeler & Hermione Granger. They discuss the characters’ backstories and compare & contrast Nancy & Hermione, before a lightning (scar) round. Let’s get those wheel(ers) turnin’ while we use our time turners to take us back to our favorite moments of these girl bosses!(00:00) Intro(1:29) Characters’ Backstories(9:50) Parallels Between Nancy & Hermione(15:24) Differences Between Nancy & Hermione(32:59) Favorite Character Moments (50:17) Lightning (Scar) Round(72:06) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:SNL Jennifer Coolidge- LEMONSJinkies!Nancy and Jonathan Practice Shooting Justice for BarbHermione Punches DracoNancy & Robin Crack the CaseFriends- Little WomenAll clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers All clips from Harry Potter are property of Warner Bros. & J.K. Rowling--------------------------Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where!Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Harry Things: Dr. Martin Brenner (Papa) & Albus Dumbledore
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 1 & 4) AND FOR ALL OF HARRY POTTER (but especially films 1, 5, & 6)Lauren and Joel continue their mini-series “Harry Things” with a deep dive of Albus Dumbledore & Dr. Martin Brenner (Papa). They discuss the characters’ backstories, compare & contrast Albus & Papa, and speculate their motivations before a lightning (scar) round. This isn’t a perfect science, and these so-called mentors certainly aren’t prefect (or, perfect, rather) either. We dumble-adore y’all!(00:00) Intro(1:36) Characters’ Backstories(11:40) Parallels Between Dumbledore & Papa(24:46) This Riddle is Not So Dumble-adorable(33:17) Differences Between Dumbledore & Papa(43:57) Lightning (Scar) Round(01:02:50) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:SNL Jennifer Coolidge- LEMONSPotter Puppet Pals- DUMBLEDORE!He Must Die At The Proper TimeHarry Potter PrankEleven Says Goodbye to PapaDon't Be Suspicious!Eleven Confronts PapaTurn On The LightAll clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers All clips from Harry Potter are property of Warner Bros. & J.K. Rowling--------------------------Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where!Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Harry Things: Will Byers & Harry Potter
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 1, 2, 5, & 8) AND FOR ALL OF HARRY POTTER (but especially films 1 & 5)Lauren and Joel continue their mini-series “Harry Things” with a deep dive of Will Byers & Harry Potter. They discuss the protagonists’ backstories, compare & contrast Will & Harry, and explore their Achilles' heels before a lightning (scar) round. “Will” you join us as we grab some “espresso patronum” and “walkie-talkie” about the shocking parallels between these two “chosen ones”?(00:00) Intro(1:07) Protagonists’ Backstories(4:48) Parallels Between Will & Harry(7:27) Differences Between Will & Harry(13:49) Strengths & Weaknesses(20:16) Connections to King Jesus(26:15) Lightning (Scar) Round(42:47) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:But I AM the Chosen One!Zombie BoyHarry Leading Dumbledore's ArmyWill talks with JoyceAll clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers All clips from Harry Potter are property of Warner Bros. & J.K. Rowling--------------------------Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where!Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Harry Things: Vecna & Voldemort
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 4 & 5) AND FOR ALL OF HARRY POTTER (but especially films 2 & 4)Lauren and Joel launch their mini-series “Harry Things” with a deep dive of Vecna & Voldemort. They discuss the villains’ backstories, compare & contrast Vecna & Voldy, explore their motivations/worldviews, and sort through their sinister similarities to Satan. Help us crack the Riddle, 001 step at a time, as we Avada Ke-dive-right into this episode!(00:00) Intro(2:59) Villains’ Backstories(10:48) Motivations & Worldviews(15:38) Who is the Worst Villain? (18:15) Sounds Like Satan!(42:43) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Potter Puppet PalsTom Meets DumbledoreEARTHQUAKE- Freaky FridayVoldemort's Monologue in The Goblet of FireParks & Rec Clip- The WORSTVecna's MonologueTom's Monologue in the Chamber of SecretsAll clips from Stranger Things are property of Netflix & the Duffer Brothers All clips from Harry Potter are property of Warner Bros. & J.K. Rowling--------------------------Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where!Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"You Don't Mess Around With Jim" by Jim Croce - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 2 & 3)Lauren and Joel wrap up their mini-series “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "You Don’t Mess Around With Jim" by Jim Croce. 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, and discuss the parallels/contrasts of the “Jims.” Grab a Slim Jim and journey with us as we yap about this song because, as Chief Hopper says, “all right this…THIS is music.”(00:00) Intro(1:50) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(7:11) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (12:16) Comparing & Contrasting the “Jims” & Lyrics Analysis(16:01) … “It’s James.”(17:38) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(21:05) Song Instrumentalization (25:23) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:“You Don’t Mess Around with Jim” by Jim CroceBiography of Jim CroceJim Croce Viera Voice FeatureDrake and Josh Pool SharksCulture Sonar FeatureHopper Dancing to "You Don't Mess Around with Jim""There's nothing wrong with Nana!"Mike lies to El on the phoneHopper updates Joyce"It's your grandma" Season 3 BloopersFat RamboCoffee and ContemplationAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Every Breath You Take" by The Police - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 2 & 4)Lauren and Joel continue their mini-series “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Every Breath You Take” by The Police. 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, & discuss the casts’ & Duffers’ opinions of the song choice. Come listen to “every word we say!” (but only if you want- we aren’t stalkers and you do reserve the right to stop listening at any point)(00:00) Intro(1:30) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(11:55) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (13:58) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(20:44) Why Does This Song Get Used As A Love Song?(21:35) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(25:11) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Radio Fidelity The Story Behind "Every Breath You Take"Why The Police’s 'Synchronicity' Still Resonates After 40 YearsSting vs. the Police: Their Never-Ending War Over ‘Every Breath You Take’Snow Ball DanceHow Cyndi Lauper and the Police Added Deeper Meaning to ‘Stranger Things 2′lAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" by Kate Bush - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 4 & 5)Lauren and Joel continue their mini-series “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Running Up That Hill" by Kate Bush, including the orchestral & piano arrangements by Rob Simonsen. 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, & compare/contrast the original version with the various arrangements. Let’s go running up that hill together, friends!(00:00) Intro(2:24) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(7:15) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (23:36) What Songs Would Save Us From Vecna(25:42) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song In Stranger Things & Why This Song Resonates(32:12) Viral Kate Bush Effect(36:32) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(45:30) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Kate Bush - Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) (LYRICS) [Stranger Things: Season 4 Soundtrack]Kate Bush - Running Up That Hill | Stranger Things Orchestral Version | Rob SimonsenStranger Things Season 4 Episode 4 End Credits Song : Running Up That Hill (Stranger Things Version)Running Up That Hill Vol 2 Scene | Stranger Things 4About Kate Bush's CareerKate's Reaction to Her Song in Stranger ThingsMax's Running Up That Hill MomentLucas Pleading With Max to Wake UpKate Bush Rare BBC Interview“1979” by The Smashing PumpkinsEscape From the City (City Escape) - Sonic Adventure 2 [OST]Dear Billy Part OneDear Billy Part TwoKate Bush Viral EffectDuffers Interview- Kate Bush EffectAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"Heroes" by David Bowie; Covered by Peter Gabriel - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 1, 3, & 5)Lauren and Joel continue their mini-series “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "Heroes" by David Bowie, including the 2010 cover version by Peter Gabriel. 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, & compare/contrast the 2 song versions. Come be heroes with us, friends… just for one day!(00:00) Intro(2:16) Quick Reaction- Which Version We Enjoy More(3:25) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(11:18) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (16:17) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song & Why It Resonates(27:11) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(34:37) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Heroes (2002 Remaster)Peter Gabriel - HeroesThe Story Behind "Heroes" by David BowieMoby Shares a Secret About "Heroes"David Bowie Feature for Songwriters Hall of FameBowie interview on EllenBowie Interview with Anthony DeCurtisMore Cowbell- SNLStranger Things' Joe Keery Suggested David Bowie’s "Heroes" for Series FinaleAll 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
"When It's Cold I'd Like to Die" by Moby ft. Mimi Goese - The Music of Stranger Things
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially seasons 1, 4, & 5)Lauren and Joel kick off their mini-series “The Music of Stranger Things” with a deep dive of the song "When It’s Cold I’d Like to Die" by Moby ft. Mimi Goese. 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, & discuss a bit about how (as the album is entitled) Everything is Wrong. Come “fight the tide” with us, friends!(00:00) Intro(2:15) Song’s Composer, Release Timeframe, & Historical/Personal Context(10:03) Where & How The Song Is Used In Stranger Things (13:34) Our Reactions To Hearing The Song For The First Time(23:15) Why This Song Resonates(28:17) Song Instrumentalization & Lyrics Analysis(34:27) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Rolling Stone Feature on MobyThe Story Behind "When It's Cold I'd Like to Die"Moby SPIN Interview 2015All 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 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!
Stranger Things 5: Reactions, Theories, & Conformity Gate
SPOILER ALERT FOR THE WHOLE SHOW (but especially season 5)Lauren and Joel share their honest reactions to season 5 (the hits and misses), and briefly discuss the mass psychosis surrounding Conformity Gate. Vecna told us he wants you... to joooooin us!(00:00) Intro(4:03) General Reactions to Season 5(5:22) What Hit in Season 5(13:57) What Missed in Season 5(30:35) Theories That Came True (there's not a lot)(34:47) Theories That Did NOT Come True(46:08) Conformity Gate Psychosis(1:01:22) We'd Love to Hear From You!Honorable Mentions:Sadie Sink talking about lack of urgency in scene with Holly Wheeler on The Tonight ShowJake Connelly talking about a mayonnaise documentary on The Tonight ShowNick & Jess from New Girl meeting PrinceMeme of Demogorgons during the finale battle of Stranger Things--------------------------Join us on this journey to Camp Know Where!Send us your thoughts in an email (we just might discuss it on the show 👀): [email protected] us on Instagram: @campknowwherepod🎵 Intro & Outro music by Joel Purvis🎨 Profile Logo by LeeAnna DoudThank you so much for listening!