HeyJaredInvestigating
A spoiler-free podcast that analyzes movies and television. So far, they have covered "Angel" and are currently going through "Stranger Things." Join Sarah and Lea as they re-watch the show, focusing on themes, character development, and storytelling.
- Indexed episodes, last 90 days
- 8
- Latest publication
- Sep 10, 2026
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- Jul 9, 2026
Latest episodes
Stranger Things: S3. Ch2. The Mall Rats (opens the original)
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(Note: This episode was recorded before we knew the podcast was ending. Unfortunately this will be the final episode to air for Investigating. Thank you so much for listening!) Max takes El to the mall for a girls' day, Dustin, Steve, and Robin try to decipher a Russian code, Mike, Lucas, and Will search for a present to win back El, Billy battles his inner demons (literally), and Joyce stands Hopper up. Join Sarah, Lea, and guest host Naj as they discuss the significance of El's outfit choice,
Stranger Things: S3. Ch1. Suzie, Do You Copy? (opens the original)
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(Note: Both this episode and the next were recorded before we knew the podcast was ending. Unfortunately there will only be one more episode airing after this.) The new Starcourt mall has the town of Hawkins buzzing, yet something sinister lurks underneath. Join Sarah and Lea as they discuss costuming, Mike and El's infatuation with one another, Hopper's rage (justified or no?), Billy and Karen's impending sexual rendezvous, and more!
Investigating Says Goodbye (opens the original)
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Cross-country moves, job changes, life changes, and more...sadly, the time has come for Sarah and Lea to hang up their headphones and put away their podcasting mics. Listen as they share some life updates, discuss what the podcast has meant to them, and say their farewells.
Stranger Things: Season Two Recap (opens the original)
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What was the standout storyline for the season? How does season two compare with season one? What does Lea remember about season three? Join Sarah and Lea as they discuss their overall thoughts for season two, read listener's thoughts, and discuss their thoughts on the upcoming seasons.
Stranger Things: S2. Ch9. The Gate (opens the original)
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Babysitting, exorcisms, monstrous wombs, the snowball..it's the exciting season 2 finale! Join Sarah and Lea as they discuss Steve's new development, El's female rage, and whatever the hell that was between Billy and Karen!
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