Breaking Pod

Announcing Reel Life! Today on the show I'm thrilled to announce Reel Life, the latest project from the Creedal Podcast Network (formerly Vernacular). Reel Life follows the making of a short film called Double Bondsmen, and through interviews with the cast members, discussions--with the writers, producers, crew, and Director--and on-the-ground audio from the film shoot, we’re taking you onto the ground floor of filmmaking. To learn more, head to www.creedalpodcast.com. Subscribe on... Apple Podcasts: ‎Reel Life on Apple Podcasts Spotify: Spotify – Reel Life | Podcast on Spotify Other podcast apps: Reel Life (pod.link)

That's a Wrap! In the final episode of Breaking Pod, we: Discuss our favorite auxiliary characters Select our favorite episodes Answer some listener questions Decide if Breaking Bad really is the greatest show ever made Identify some prequel/backstory ideas for Vince Gilligan ...and tease our next podcast! What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Felina (Season 5, Ep. 16) In today’s very special episode, we talk about the LAST EPISODE of the series. (We’ll be back next week to do one final retrospective over the whole show.) Among things we talk about today: Is Walt too much of a hero in this episode?  Was Jesse crying joyfully at the end?  Why didn’t Jesse shoot Walt?  Did you notice Skyler’s face reflected in the microwave?  Is the M60 scene realistic?  What was up with that woodworking sequence? And much, much more! What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Granite State (Season 5, Ep. 15) Today on the show we dive into the series' penultimate episode, talking about a change of scenery for Walt, a Charlie Rose cameo, Walt drinking Mike's whiskey of choice, a real fake Andrew Ross Sorkin column for the New York Times, Andrea's shocking death, and a surprise first-time MVP vote for a minor character. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Ozymandias (Season 5, Ep. 14) It’s here. The “antepenultimate” (to borrow a word from The RInger) episode of the show and one that is almost universally regarded as the best of the bunch. We talk about the insane turn of events for Hank and Walt, Walt’s parting words to Jesse, the poem behind the name, the harrowing house scene, Walt’s dramatic phone call to Skyler, and more. There’s so much to unpack that we hardly know where to begin! What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: To'Hajiilee (Season 5, Ep. 13) Today we talk about what amounts to Walt’s unwitting confession, Jesse’s prescient warning, a gut wrenching call between Hank and Marie, and the first-ever side-by-side of Josh’s favorite character and Saul Goodman. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Rabid Dog (Season 5, Ep. 12) Whereas in Season 4 we talked about Gale Boetticher as a “problem dog,” in this episode Saul Goodman compares Jesse to Old Yeller, a “rabid dog” who needs to be put down. Shockingly, Skyler agrees with Saul, and we discuss why. We also talk about Babylon 5 (we had never heard of it before this episode), The Body Language of Horses, the University of Texas, and camera lighting.  What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Confessions (Season 5, Ep. 11) In today’s episode, we talk about a major plot point that derives from Walt’s ingenuity and Marie’s compassion. We also talk about Jesse’s crucial discovery, Huel’s masterful pickpocket touch, and the CEO of J. Crew. Seriously. .  What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Buried (Season 5, Ep. 10) In this episode, we talk about Hank’s attempts to elicit a statement from Skyler, Marie’s interaction with Skyler, and Walt digging a really big hole on an Indian reservation, the name of which we are not good at pronouncing. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Blood Money (Season 5, Ep. 9) Today on the show we talk about the first episode of the second half of the final season (since AMC aired season five in two eight-episode segments, with several months separating the segments). We talk about the return of Walt’s cancer, Hank uncovering the truth, and Walt’s warning to “tread lightly.” What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Gliding O'er All (Season 5, Ep. 8) In discussing the final episode of Season 5’s part one, we chat about Nat King Cole’s voiceover to a gruesome mass murder, Hank Schrader’s bathroom reading habits, Walt’s interaction with Lydia, and a painting that reappears from Season 2. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Say My Name (Season 5, Ep. 7) Today on the podcast we read some listener mail from Sam about color theory (check out this link for more on the colors in the Breaking Bad universe), discuss Declan vs. Walt, Mike’s shocking death, and the iconic “Say my name” cold open. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Buyout (Season 5, Ep. 6) In “Buyout,” Walt gives his best Vito Corleone impression, Jesse plays latchkey kid to divorce parents, Mike wants out, Skyler buys green beans, and Walt gets out of a jam by literally burning himself. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Dead Freight (Season 5, Ep. 5) Today we talk about “Dead Freight,” in which Walt and crew pull off a daring train heist in the Wild West. We unveil a Shakespearean reference in the opening and closing scenes, talk about Walt’s ethics, and wonder how Todd got an invite to join the team. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Fifty-One (Season 5, Ep. 4) It’s always a great day when Walt gets birthday bacon for breakfast. We also talk about Skyler’s pretended psychotic break, Anna Gunn’s acting chops (she won an Emmy for this episode), dubstep, and more. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Hazard Pay (Season 5, Ep. 3) Today we discuss an episode that we both agree is rather lackluster despite a few bright spots: Scarface, Jesse nabbing a fresh tortilla, Icarus, and the first-ever F grade for a two minute summary. We also dissect Skyler’s “shut up!” tirade and Walt’s decision to “confide” in Marie. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Madrigal (Season 5, Ep. 2) On today's episode, we discuss Gus' multinational crime syndicate, fried chicken, Mike's teddy bear heart, Laura Fraser's breakout performance, and more. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Live Free or Die (Season 5, Ep. 1) We begin our journey through the fifth and final season of Breaking Bad with Live Free or Die, an episode that begins with a flashforward before picking up right where Season 4 left off. We talk about Mike Ehrmentraut's judgment, Walt's continued transformation, and magnets. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: Face Off (Season 4, Ep. 13) Today we talk about the final episode of the penultimate season--an episode that (when originally written) was possibly going to be the final episode in the series. We discuss Gus' two-face impression, clip-on ties, Walt's ego, and bad parenting decisions. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!

Breaking Bad Episode: End Times (Season 4, Ep. 12) Today we talk about one of the best episodes in the series, although Zac and Josh disagree on whether or not this one is better than Face Off (Season 4, Ep. 13). We discuss Aaron Paul's performance, Bryan Cranston's acting vs. Walter White's acting, Gus' omniscience, and more. What did we miss? Email us: breakingpod@vernacularpodcast.com Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Network by visiting vernacularpodcast.com!