The Music of Stranger Things: A Deep Dive of "Material Girl" by Madonna

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 Commercial

Irony of Material Girl

Joey: "Stupid Gap on every corner!"

$300?!