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Fandom Shmandom

Fandom Shmandom

By: Sam Williams & Sierra Obermark
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Welcome to Fandom Shmandom, the podcast where your hosts, Sam and Sierra, dive deep into the fandoms you know and love (or maybe need to catch up on!).

This isn't just a nostalgic trip; it's a mission. Each season, Sam and Sierra pick a massive, active, or beloved fandom that's about to drop a huge new release—be it a movie, TV show, game, or book. Think Star Wars, the next phase of the MCU, a new Zelda entry, or the latest version of Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Over the season, they'll guide you through the essentials:

  • The Lore: Breaking down the canon, the world-building, and the history you need to know.
  • The Essentials: What to watch, read, or play to be ready for the new launch.
  • The Theories: Diving into the wild, the brilliant, and the totally bonkers fan predictions.
  • The Culture: Discussing the community, the controversies, and the lasting impact of the franchise.

Whether you're a lifelong veteran who wants to relive the classics or a complete newbie who needs a crash course before opening night, Fandom Shmandom is your ultimate prep guide.

Current Season: Preparing for the next chapter of Stranger Things!

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Episodes
  • Stranger Things: Season 2 - Episodes 5-8

    Stranger Things: Season 2 - Episodes 5-8
    Oct 27 2025

    Welcome to Fandom Shmandom, the Fandom Podcast that covers everything you love and more.

    Join hosts Sam and Sierra as they continue their deep dive into Stranger Things with season 2 episodes 5-8.

    We hope you join us for our journey to prepare for the Stranger Things season 5 release.

    Check out our socials, where we'll share which episodes of the show we're covering in which podcast episode.

    Follow us on social media:

    • Instragram: @FandomShmandomPod
    • TikTok: @FandomShmandomPod
    • X: @Fandom_Shmandom
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Stranger Things: Season 2 - Episodes 1-4

    Stranger Things: Season 2 - Episodes 1-4
    Oct 22 2025

    Welcome to Fandom Shmandom, the Fandom Podcast that covers everything you love and more.

    Join hosts Sam and Sierra as they continue their deep dive into Stranger Things with season 2 episodes 1-4. We also welcome our returning guest, Aureo, on this episode, who will cover the third Stranger Things book: Runaway Max by Brenna Yovanoff.

    We hope you join us for our journey to prepare for the Stranger Things season 5 release.

    Check out our socials, where we'll share which episodes of the show we're covering in which podcast episode.

    Follow us on social media:

    • Instragram: @FandomShmandomPod
    • TikTok: @FandomShmandomPod
    • X: @Fandom_Shmandom
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Stranger Things: Season 1 - Episodes 8

    Stranger Things: Season 1 - Episodes 8
    Oct 19 2025

    Welcome to Fandom Shmandom, the Fandom Podcast that covers everything you love and more.

    Join hosts Sam and Sierra as they continue their deep dive into Stranger Things with the final episode of season 1.

    We hope you join us for our journey to prepare for the Stranger Things season 5 release.

    Check out our socials, where we'll share which episodes of the show we're covering in which podcast episode and so much more...

    Follow us on social media:

    • Instragram: @FandomShmandomPod
    • TikTok: @FandomShmandomPod
    • X: @Fandom_Shmandom
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    54 mins
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