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Near the end of "The Shawshank Redemption," escaped prisoner Andy Dufresne writes to his friend Red: "Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies." But earlier, Red had warned Andy differently: "Hope is a dangerous thing. Hope can drive a man insane." Two perspectives on hope. One life-giving, one destructive. Which is right? The post SILY 679- Hope in the Unseen appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

After four years of fighting monsters from another dimension, the the Hawkins heroes face their final battle—one that will determine not just the fate of Hawkins, but whether Eleven can ever escape the cycle of being hunted. Join hosts Darrell and Addi as we break down "The Rightside Up," the epic series finale that brings the Stranger Things saga to its emotional conclusion. The post TSTP 81- The Rightside Up appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Will Byers came out to his friends and family, Max woke up from her coma, and the Party discovered "The Abyss"—and YOU had ALL the feelings about every moment! "The Bridge" delivered the most emotionally powerful episode of the season, and our inbox was flooded with your heartfelt reactions, theories, and incredible insights. The post TSTP 80- Listener Feedback for The Bridge appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

We are ringing in 2026 with our discussion of the Fringe season 4 finale! We discuss the powerful character moments and great performances from some of the cast in this episode and how, were it not for 4.19 and the closing scene of this finale, this would have been a mostly satisfying series finale, but we love season 5, so we are really glad that that wasn't the case. The post S4E22 Brave New World Part 2 appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

On the four-year anniversary of Will Byers' disappearance, the Party reunites for a final battle—but first, Will must confront his deepest fear to overcome Vecna. Join hosts Darrell and Addi as they break down "The Bridge," the emotional penultimate episode that brings everything full circle. The post TSTP 79- The Bridge appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

A black hole threatening to consume humanity, an "un-proposal" that broke our hearts, and Max on the cusp of escaping Vecna's mind—and YOU had SO MUCH to say about all of it! "Escape From Camazotz" delivered some of the most emotionally devastating and mind-bending moments of the season, and our inbox absolutely exploded with your reactions, theories, and brilliant breakdowns. The post TSTP 78- Listener Feedback for Escape From Camazotz appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

The Upside Down is collapsing—and it's not because of Vecna, it's because of an exotic matter black hole that could consume the entire human race. Join hosts Darrell and Addi as they break down "Escape From Camazotz," the episode where everything we thought we knew about the Upside Down gets flipped on its head. The post TSTP 77- Escape From Camazotz appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Unfortunately, we didn't receive any new contributions for today's Monday Mailbag, but I didn't want to go without sharing an episode with you. So this week I'm brining back the first Monday Mailbag episode. This episode originally aired in April of 2024 and has some great contributions from Geoff, Barb, Colby, Bradley, and Andrew. The post 678- Monday Mailbag appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Plans on plans on plans—and YOU had thoughts on ALL of them! "Shock Jock" kicked off Volume 2 with teams scattered across two dimensions executing elaborate strategies, and our inbox absolutely exploded with your theories, reactions, and breakdowns. Hosts Darrell and Addi are dedicating this entire episode to listener contributions because you brought the fire on every major moment! The post TSTP 76- Feedback for Shock Jock appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Three teams across two dimensions are executing bold and dangerous plans—and if you think nothing could go wrong, you haven't been watching Stranger Things. Join hosts Darrell and Addi as they break down "Shock Jock," the midseason premiere that kicks off Volume 2 with even more elaborate schemes than before. The post TSTP 75- Shock Jock appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

'80s pop queen Tiffany's "I Think We're Alone Now" just invaded Vecna's dream world—and in this explosive episode, the legend spills exclusively on the Upside Down magic. We sit down for a thrilling and fun chat where she reveals her phone "blowing up" after episode 3, the joy of watching Holly Wheeler dance, bake, and sass her on cassette tape ("just a pop star!"), and why it feels like pure '80s full-circle for a die-hard Stranger Things fan. The post TSTP 74- Tiffany Interview appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

As I neared the exit of the parking lot a familiar face spotted me. He approached and I rolled down my window. Looking at my BMW Z4  he said, “I love your James Bond car.” “Thanks,” I replied. Hearing those words filled me with pride but not for the reason he would assume, and perhaps not for the reason you would either. The post SILY 677- Driven by Fear appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

The response to our “Sorcerer” recap was so massive, we had no choice but to dedicate an entire follow-up episode to listener theories—and it gets wild fast. This episode is fueled by the fans, breaking down how these moments may reshape the endgame of Stranger Things Season 5 and why “Sorcerer” could be the most important chapter yet. The highlight is a huge new theory from Bradley, which brilliantly connects the color symbolism from Chris in New York's earlier theory to Max's comics from Season 3. The post TSTP 73- Feedback for Sorcerer appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

We are discussing part of the Fringe season 4 finale this episode which sees the return of William Bell! We talk about how much we love Walter's and Astrid's connection in this episode and were initially shocked by the cliffhanger. Next up is the second half of the finale! The post S4E21 Brave New World Part 1 appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Stranger Things Season 5 just delivered its most shocking power shift yet—and it didn't come from Eleven. In our Season 5, Episode 4 “Sorcerer” breakdown, Addi and Darrell dive headfirst into the episode that changes everything. From the desperate rescue mission to save the children to the pulse-pounding moment when a Demogorgon is chased straight into the Upside Down, this chapter pushes Hawkins past the point of no return. The post TSTP 72- Sorcerer appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

I'm normally a chill person, but from time to time I lose my composure. Today I share the story of the day I got so angry at work, my assistant told me it would be better if I went home. The post SILY 676- Fueled By Anger appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

What happens when an episode is SO explosive that listener feedback takes over the entire show? "The Turnbow Trap" broke the internet—and our inbox—so hosts Darrell and Addi are dedicating this entire episode to YOUR voices, theories, and reactions. We received an overwhelming flood of listener contributions about every major moment: the kids' ingenious plan to take down the Turnbow family, the devastating weapon that shuts down Eleven's powers, the mystery of who's trapped at the lab, and that absolutely haunting final scene where Holly encounters a figure that left us all speechless. The post TSTP 71- Listener Feedback for The Turnbow Trap appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

What happens when a weapon emerges that can completely shut down Eleven's powers—and who is that mysterious figure Holly encounters at the end? Is it REALLY who we think it is?  Join hosts Darrell and Addi as they unpack every twist and turn in Stranger Things season 5 episode 3, "The Turnbow Trap." The post TSTP 70- The Turnbow Trap appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

I couldn't believe what I was seeing. There's no way it could be real. I knew this stuff was heavily guarded and those who knew of it were sworn to secrecy. I pondered for a moment, hesitated. Then, convinced there's no way it could be legit, I clicked on it. What happened next changed everything. The post SILY 675- Missing the Good Times appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Having skipped “Letters of Transit” for now because we're treating it as the season 5 premiere, we are taking on “Worlds Apart” in this episode as Jones' plan to collapse the universes and create a new one comes to an apocalyptic climax. We discuss the wonderful character moments in this episode, especially the great conversations between the two Walters and the two Olivias, and we get some phenomenal feedback. The post S4E20 Worlds Apart appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Why would Vecna target the youngest Wheeler—and what does Holly's disappearance mean for everyone in Hawkins? Join hosts Darrell and Addi as we dive deep into one of the most shocking events of Stranger Things yet—"The Vanishing of Holly Wheeler." The post TSTP 69- The Vanishing of Holly Wheeler appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

As the first season of LOST came to an end, two of the lead characters, Jack and Locke, found themselves pursuing the same task but for completely different reasons. They both felt led to open a mysterious hatch; Jack for survival, Locke to fulfill his destiny. On their way to the hatch with bags full of dynamite, the men found themselves in a tense conversation. The post SILY 674- Faith on Trial appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

The Upside Down has never felt closer, and after years of waiting, Stranger Things is finally back to terrorize our hearts one last time. Join hosts Darrell and Addi as we dive deep into the highly anticipated premiere of Stranger Things season 5 with "The Crawl." The post TSTP 68- The Crawl appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

What happens when the mind becomes both prison and sanctuary, trapping us between terror and silence? "Nightmare as a Child" confronts a woman with her repressed memories when a mysterious little girl forces her to relive a horrific childhood event, while "Mute" follows a telepathic girl whose parents' death leaves her struggling to adapt to a world that demands spoken communication. The post Childhood Trauma appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

As we reached the bottom of the hill my friend looked over at the instrument cluster. Alarmed, he looked at me and said, “Does your car normally get that hot?” I calmly looked down and saw the needle was nearly pegged at the highest temperature level. Not wanting to alarm my friend, I told him it was totally normal, but in my mind I was panicked, wondering if I was about to blow up the engine. The post SILY 673- Voices in My Head appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

We are joined by a very special consultant of our own this week, returning guest Marianne! We discuss this episode and various aspects that we really like, especially the great character development that we get from characters such as Foelivia (even though she isn't really a foe anymore), Walter, and Colonel Broyles, and we share some great thoughts from feedbackers like Geoff (xforce11), Eric (or Eric from Pennsylvania as you'd prefer), Anna (not Torv), ShelkyBean, and Laura! The post S4E18 The Consultant appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

What if we told you that the key to understanding Stranger Things' final season has been hiding in plain sight since Episode 1? In this special episode, Addi and Darrell welcomed three incredible listeners—Emily, John, and Bradley—to help us create the ultimate roadmap for Season 5. The post TSTP 67- Stranger Things Season 5 Prep Episode appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Imagine this: You've just landed your dream job. You and your spouse are expecting your first child; a child you hoped and prayed for. Unknowingly, your new job will pair you with a person who also wanted that job, will have to train you to do the job, and has been desperately trying to conceive.  The post SILY 672- Living Someone Else’s Life appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

The best gifts are the ones that represent, in some way, something of the giver and something of a receiver. So, each Christmas, I find some way to give my kids a personalized gift, something that'll make a memory, something that represents something of me and of them The post SILY 671- Eraser Boogers appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Join us this week as we talk about “Everything in Its Right Place” - finally an episode centered on Lincoln! We discuss how the theme of the episode is centered around Lincoln searching for belonging, a struggle that he has been experiencing for several episodes now. The post S4E17 Everything in Its Right Place appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Was Jesus actually born in December? If not, why do we celebrate it then and not his actual birthday? Does celebrating it in December along with the traditional things that are a part of it have pagan roots? If so, does that mean Christians are wrong for celebrating Christmas? Does having a Christmas tree and other items as part of our celebration violate rules in Deuteronomy or other Bible passages? The post SILY 670- Constantine and Christmas appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

What happens when ordinary objects become instruments of our own destruction? Both "The Fever" and "A Most Unusual Camera" explore how material possessions can transform from sources of pleasure into agents of doom, revealing the dark side of human greed and obsession. The post Risky Gambles appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

The story I told in episode 19 was based on two different visits to Chicago. I was the one with the shirt who did nothing. My 12 year old daughter, Addi, was the one who made the care package. That 12 year old girl will be 23 in less than a month, and she is not the same person she once was. The post SILY 669- Back Into the Oven appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Nothing is as it seems this week because it's just the two of us - no special guest! We discuss the return of Porcupine Man from “The Transformation” and how we feel about how he is handled. We agree that it isn't necessarily a highlight episode and we point to a scene especially that seems a bit contrived. We also voice some frustrations about the leaps in logic that this episode makes, but don't worry, this is still Fringe, though, so we definitely also have plenty of good things to say! The post S4E16 Nothing as it Seems appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Who do you think of when you think of a highly organized person? Perhaps you're like me and think of a TV or movie character like Monica Geller or Claire Dunphy. You know who doesn't come to mind? ME! For today's story let's jump into the time machine and go back to the early days of my career at the bookstore. The post SILY 668- Disorganized Progress appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

George Bernard Shaw said, “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” Communication is tricky. On one hand, we are all communicating something, verbal or non-verbal at all times. On the other hand, I think most of us have significant room to grow in this area. I think most communication issues arise not from things said, but from things unsaid. The post SILY 667- Failure to Communicate appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

We hope that you have fearless… auditory passages (?) because we are here to share a short story about love along with frequent feedbacker Eric (or Eric from Pennsylvania as you'd prefer). This was such a fun episode to record especially since we love some aspects of this episode and not so much others. We love that we get some counterbalancing feedback from Geoff (xforce11) as well as some feedback from Rory, Anna (not Torv), Erin, ShelkyBean, and Patty from Canadia! The post S4E15 A Short Story About Love appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

For most of us, reading the Old Testament is not fun. All of those names and laws are difficult to read and are the reason many who have tried reading the Bible from cover to cover often fail once they get to Leviticus. Those books do serve a purpose, though, and today we'll explore that. It's a bit of a deep dive, but because the laws are so misunderstood by today's culture, it's important we take the time to explore this fully. The post SILY 666- Old Testament Laws Explained appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

What happens when ordinary people are granted extraordinary glimpses into the darkest corners of reality? Both "The Purple Testament" and "What's in the Box" explore the terrifying burden of unwanted knowledge. The post Visions of the Future appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Thanks to Geoff for sharing his struggles today. Especially for men, I think, it's hard for us to admit we need help and accept that help. That mentality is often detrimental to our wellbeing. Geoff has shown us an example of humility and wisdom in action. The post SILY 665- Monday Mailbag appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

We are joined by Jerame for this episode as we discuss one of the best, most pivotal episodes of Fringe! Join us as we talk about what we love about this episode (especially the fact that we finally, after 75 episodes, find out “who or what” the Observers are) but also a couple of things that have us feeling just a tad frustrated. The post S4E14 The End of All Things appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Sometimes we fail to allow grace in our own lives. Once we miss or fail for any reason, we allow those feelings of failure to defeat us causing us to miss more often or quit altogether. It's important to understand you will miss the mark sometimes. It's equally important to think about that up front so that you have an understanding and a plan for how to respond and get right back to keeping up the good habit you're trying to maintain. The post SILY 664- Establishing Healthy Habits appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.