STRANGER THINGS 2x1, 2x2, 2x3, & 2x4 Reaction | First Time Watch | Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard

The host expresses immediate affection for Bob Newby, praising his sweet, kind, and stable nature, especially in his relationship with Joyce and his advice to Will. Conversely, Max's brother, Billy, is instantly disliked for his aggressive, toxic, and mean demeanor, with the host noting his negative impact on Max and others.

Host praises Bob: 'He's sweet, kind, stable, secure... he's a sweetheart.' (38:43) and 'I love Bob. I adore him.' (1:37:55). Host criticizes Billy: 'Her brother's a not a nice guy.' (17:06) and 'He's mean. Really mean. Thinks he's so cool, but he's not even that cute. He's ugly.' (36:06)

The host is deeply frustrated by Eleven's powerful outbursts and inability to control her emotions, particularly when she lashes out at Hopper. While acknowledging Eleven's trauma and loneliness, the host believes Eleven should appreciate Hopper's protection and not destroy the home he provided.

Host on Eleven's temper: 'You need to control your temper. I would be like, you can't you can't treat me like this.' (58:55) and 'She needs to get that under control and put it under check because that personally is like bothering me.' (1:35:34)

The host is alarmed by the Upside Down's increasing physical presence in the real world, starting with the rotting pumpkin patches and spreading to the trees. This development signifies a heightened threat that the previous season's solutions cannot address.

Host on spreading corruption: 'The whole pumpkin patch is going rotten and now the trees. It's looking like the upside down in the real world. I'm a little bit worried about that.' (52:58) and 'It's like you created this, you brought it to life, and you now you can't get rid of it.' (1:32:27)

Will's recurring episodes and his connection to the shadow monster are a major concern. The host notes the doctor's 'anniversary effect' theory and later, the boys' theory of 'true sight,' which allows Will to perceive the Upside Down directly, making him a crucial but vulnerable link.

Host on Will's condition: 'It's probably going to get worse before it gets better.' (14:32) and 'Maybe Will can somehow see into the upside down.' (1:08:41)

Dustin's decision to keep a small creature he names Dart, initially thinking it's a new species, quickly turns problematic as Dart grows rapidly and eats his cat. The host views this as a dangerous, naive mistake with severe consequences.

Host on Dart: 'I totally understand you keeping this little creature and thinking it's cute... But now it's eaten your it's eaten your mom's cat. It's grown drastically and that thing's a monster.' (1:31:42)