Trailer Talk and Tea w. Sarah Hindsgaul

In this warm, witty Trailer Talk & Tea sit-down, Tom Wlaschiha (Dmitri/“Enzo”) opens up about joining Stranger Things as a lifelong fan, expecting to be eaten by a Demogorgon… and then discovering on set that he might actually live longer. We revisit that first meeting in a tiny hair-and-makeup truck in Lithuania (yes, the “old ambulance”), the hat tests, the battle to make his naturally neat hair look prison-messy, and how wardrobe, hair, and makeup quietly shape performance. Tom shares the nerves of acting opposite David Harbour in Russian, the magic of filming in a real Vilnius prison and on Atlanta’s sets, and the COVID-era production—complete with mask marshals and a city-wide bicycle shortage. He also talks Berlin life, moving after 25 years, and why exploring new places is his favorite perk of the job. And that helicopter ending? Let’s just say the mystery lives on… Highlights I was ready to get eaten by a demo… then they kept me alive.” The hair trailer “dance”: finding Dmitri’s look (and messing up perfect hair) Audition to Zoom with the Duffers → day one in Lithuania with snow cannons Playing in Russian & English opposite David Harbour Real prison vs. stage build, Atlanta vs. Lithuania, and traveling like a local Pour a cup, press play, and step inside the trailer Trailer Talk & Tea is where the chair meets memories.

In this candid, funny, and very real zoom sit-down, Andrey Ivchenko (Grigori in Stranger Things S3) joins Sarah in the trailer to unpack how a role that started as “the muscle” became a season-defining villain — and why his now-iconic haircut was a battle of its own. From a global casting scramble to bruising, multi-day fight shoots, this episode is packed with the good stuff fans never get to hear.  Highlights you’ll hear: The Terminator inspo and the “flat-top vs. Georgia heat” saga — soft hair, lots of trial and error, and the tweak that finally made it hold.  Casting curveball: the part began as a two-episode heavy with no name, then the Duffers saw his tape and wrote him into seven of eight episodes.  Day one in Atlanta: wardrobe gauntlet, first meet with the Duffers, and getting sent back to the hair trailer when the first pass ran too high.  Designing the fights with David Harbour: full rehearsals, four days to film one brutal sequence, pads under the costume — and going back to the hotel black and blue.  The carnival night & the mirror room: long takes, 500 extras, and the moment that shattered fans (RIP, Alexei).  Playing the “bad guy” with humanity: channeling ’80s action vibes without losing the person underneath—and why the Duffers’ trust mattered.  If you love behind-the-scenes craft — hair, stunts, costume, and the choices that make a character pop — brew a cup and press play. This is where the trailer chair meets real talk.

Grab a mug and slide into the trailer: in this week Trailer Talk & Tea, Sarah welcomes Mason Dye—aka the king og basketball at Hawkins High from STRANGER THINGS. Mason relives his first-day panic (yes, he and Joseph Quinn were both shaking in the van to that legendary season-four table-read), reveals why the Duffer Brothers’ “hands-off” directing style was the confidence boost he never saw coming, and breaks down the scenes that made him sweat … and cheer. In this episode: - Table-Read Terror – meeting Joseph Quinn for the first time, “sh*tting our pants,” and hoping not to be recast overnight - Jason’s Pep-Rally Rant – how a two-page monologue and 200 extras turned a town-hall day into pure adrenaline - The Pool That Wasn’t a Pool – filming in a 20-foot indoor lake, perfect 90°F water, and chasing Joe Keery in a boat - Season-Four Stop-Start – five months of COVID shutdown, longer hair, new highlights, and a better Jason because of it - Stranger Things Friendships – dinners with Joseph, lessons from Joe Keery, and why the cast’s “new-kid welcome” mattered - Quick-fire fun: Rubik’s-cube flexes, beach-volleyball rage, and why Jason’s prized trophy would beat his mirror (almost)   If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to join one of the world’s biggest shows mid-stream—and still worry you’ll get the axe—this conversation is for you. Press play, pour the tea, and let those Demogorgon-level nerves out ❤️🫖

In this episode of Trailer Talk & Tea, Sarah reunites with Francesca Reale (lifeguard Heather Holloway from Stranger Things S3) to relive the summer season that gave baby-bang regrets, thunder-storm delays, and more mosquito bites than anyone deserves.   Grab a mug and settle in as they chat about:   - Hair-Trailer Confessions – why the make-up chair became their unofficial therapy booth - The Red Swimsuit Saga – high-cut panic, razor-burn fixes, and the self-conscoius effect it had on acting - Pool-Day Chaos – thunderstorms, extras on standby, and secret body-makeup hacks - Bangs Gone Wrong – the four-piece bang that only behaved on camera. Poor Francesca! - Mosquito Nightmare – welts, ankle attacks, and how post-production hid all the bumps - Life after Hawkins, laser-hair-removal revelations, and why Paddington 2 is now required viewing   It’s candid, honest, and full of the behind-the-scenes moments that make Stranger Things lore so much fun.

In this warm and funny episode of Trailer Talk & Tea, Alec Utgoff reflects on his time as Dr. Alexei — the Slurpee-loving scientist who stole hearts in Stranger Things Season 3. Alec opens up about joining the show mid-phenomenon, how the cast and crew welcomed him in, and the surprising way his mother inspired Alexei’s most iconic moment. He also shares what it was like to learn about his character’s fate, how he navigates intimidation on big sets, and why he believes acting is all about connection, honesty, and a little chaos. Plus: what role would Alec play if he weren’t Alexei? And why does he think Stranger Things desperately needed a Karate Kid?

In this emotional, funny, and deeply personal first episode of Trailer Talk & Tea, Sarah Hindsgaul sits down with Millie Bobby Brown to reflect on a decade of transformation — both on screen and in real life. Millie opens up about the bold choices behind Eleven’s ever-evolving looks, the moment she shaved her head as a child, and why she almost did it again in Season 4. She shares what it felt like to grow up in the public eye, why Will’s bowl cut was iconic, and which Stranger Things character she’d play if not Eleven. They also talk about the bond between cast and crew, pregnancy secrets, first crushes, and the dress that made her cry with joy. Whether you’re here for behind-the-scenes stories, nostalgic memories, or just love this show as much as we do — this one’s for you.

Hello and welcome! This is Jonas, and you're listening to Trailer Talk & Tea with Sarah Hindsgaul — a brand new podcast where Sarah sits down with the people behind the screen for real conversations, tea in hand, and stories that haven’t been told… until now. We’re so excited you found us. The very first episode drops June 1st, and trust us — you won’t want to miss it. Thanks for being here. See you soon!