My Public Life As An American Nerd Season #9 #023 - Stranger Things Finale and the Road to 2026

In this packed episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin is joined by Christian, Brian, Eli, and special guests Troy and Ellie for a wide ranging conversation that blends hype, frustration, and honest fandom. The group runs through a massive list of 2026 movie releases, sharing their most anticipated films, surprise picks, and a few strong disagreements along the way. The episode then shifts into a deep, spoiler heavy discussion of the Stranger Things series finale, covering emotional payoffs, unanswered questions, character arcs, and why expectations shape fan reactions more than endings themselves. It is loud, thoughtful, personal, and exactly the kind of nerd debate that keeps this show fun.