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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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. 

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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. . 

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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.

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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.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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On today's episode, we discuss Gus' multinational crime syndicate, fried chicken, Mike's teddy bear heart, Laura Fraser's breakout performance, and more.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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We won't give the game away, but in this episode that ranks in the top ten list of The Ringer's definitive Breaking Bad guide, we see one of the most haunting moments in the entire series. And it happens in a literal crawl space.

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Gus' craftiness reaches new heights in this episode, which features a trip south of the border for Jesse, a British cartel chemist, and a vulnerable moment that Walt shares with his son.

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Jesse and Walt end up on the outs, Jesse has a close call with a sniper, and Gus does his best Gladiator impression.

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After taking a month off due to unforeseen circumstances (Zac explains), we're back at it with "Hermanos," an episode with an insightful look into the life story of Gustavo Fring.

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Today on the show we talk about "Problem Dog," which has one of Aaron Paul's most impressive performances to date. We also talk about how to roll a cigarette, 12-step programs, and Hank's dogged persistence. You might say, in fact, that he is the real Problem Dog.

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Today on the show we discuss "Cornered," in which we hear the most famous line of the entire series ("I am the one who knocks!"), Jesse and Walt drift further apart (with the help of a wedge from Gus), and Walt accidentally fast-tracks the deportation of three unsuspecting Honduran women.

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Today we talk about Jesse's dramatic yet boring ride along with Mike, the twist that reveals not all is as it seems, and Walt's ego driving a lapse in judgment that will have repercussions...for everyone.

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Today we talk about "Bullet Points," an episode in which not a lot happens but Walt and Skyler work hard on improving their acting skills and Walt confronts a ghost from his past.

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We continue through the "doldrums" of season 4 with Open House, which features a standout performance from Betsy Brandt, the inner villain of Skyler White, a small business owner whose gullibility strains credulity, and more.

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In today's episode we talk about Walt's inability to deal with an invisible enemy, Jesse's attempts to feel anything, Mike's watchful eye, unsliced pizza, and more.

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As we dive into season four, we open up the listener mailbag and talk about the perennial question of Walt: was he always a bad guy?

We also talk about Gus Fring's ability to win the episode without uttering a word throughout the most dramatic scene, Jesse's insight, Victor's demise, and more.

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The season 3 finale is action packed, featuring Gus Fring, Gale Boetticher, Mike Ehrmentraut, Walt, and Jesse in a tense, high-stakes caper. We talk about what might be Aaron Paul's strongest performance yet, Gus Fring's intensity, and what Walt's deception teaches us about the real Heisenberg.

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Today we discuss Half Measures, the penultimate episode of the show's third season. We talk about Mike Erhmentraut's best dialogue so far, a bizarre scene between Hank and Marie, Jesse's moral courage, and Walt taking Mike's lesson a bit too far.

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In today's episode we talk about Georgia O'Keefe, repetition, Skinny Pete and Badger's variable acting skills, Skyler facing off with Saul Goodman, and lasers (naturally).

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This week on the show we cover "Fly," one of the most controversial and unique episodes of Breaking Bad. Josh explains what qualifies this as a "bottle episode," we chat about what the fly represents (and whether or not the fly is partially imaginary), and Zac emerges as a raisin skeptic.

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We talk about the unwitting accuracy of Jesse's recovery coach, who described Jesse's work at "a laundromat" as Kafkaesque, despite the meaning soaring way over Jesse's head. We also talk about taxes, gambling, and a box. Like, you know, a box.

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As Hank recovers in the hospital, we talk about Walt's abrupt dismissal of Gale Boetticher, his continued partnership with Jesse, and Mark Bowden's Killing Pablo.

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In this episode we talk about Hank's emotional breakdown and surprising vulnerability, his "lucky break" (courtesy of Heisenberg) and his near-death experience (courtesy of the cartel).

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In today's episode of Breaking Pod we talk about Gale Boetticher's affection for the work of two different Walters (each with a last name that starts with "W") and how Gale's worldview resonates with Walter (White). We also discuss Walt and Jesse being stuck in an RV, Saul Goodman's Star Trek reference, and Gus Fring's impeccable Spanish.

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In today's episode, we discuss Walt's slow return to the business, Marie's breakout performance, Hank's deterioration, and Walt finally finding an intellectual rival.

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In today's episode we talk about Hank's refocus on the "blue meth" investigation, Gus' Gamble, and Walt's ability to always be verbally abusive to Jesse.

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We talk about the building tension between Skyler and Walt, Jesse's embrace of "being the bad guy," and one of the most brutal moments in Breaking Bad history ("I.F.T.").

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Today on Breaking Pod we discuss "Horse with No Name," the second episode of the show's 3rd season. It's a slow-moving episode with some important sequences. We discuss Saul Goodman's charisma, Walt's cunning, and Walter Jr.'s best episode to date.

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How does the fallout of a literal 737 from the sky affect Walt, Jesse and rest of the "Breaking Bad" characters? And is that the cartel that's coming for Heisenberg?! We break it all down in this episode of "Breaking Pod!"

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Up to now, Walt has been able to make his choices without coming face to face with their worst consequences. That all changes in ABQ, when a 737 falls out of the sky after a lapse in air traffic control...

Also, Josh reveals a cool easter egg hidden in the episode titles of this season!

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In this episode we dive into what is indisputably Walt's darkest moment to date--one that we think is pivotal for his character and his moral arc for the rest of the show.

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Today's episode brings the introduction of Gustavo "Gus" Fring, a central character to the show and a complicated one at that. We also talks about Walt's decision point at the end, Jesse's descent deeper into drugs, and Ted Beneke's bizarre request for a birthday serenade from Skyler.

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In this episode, we discuss Walt's freak-out at his congratulatory post-chemo remission party, his obsession with rot, and his dissatisfaction with goodness.

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This episode was critically acclaimed when it came out, and for good reason. It has the hallmarks of Breaking Bad: the austere desert landscape, the awkward group scenes with prolonged silences, Walt lying to his family, the family wrestling with cancer, Jesse being boneheaded...

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First off: we're announcing a new weekly release schedule and overall shorter episodes (30-35 mins). You can find us right here every Thursday morning.

In this episode we talk about the introduction of one of television's greatest characters: Saul Goodman AKA Jimmy McGill AKA James McGill. We also discuss Jesse's unwillingness to "remove the mask," Walt as Vito Corleone, and Jesse's surpising rhetorical flourish.

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Josh and Zac are back to break down Negro y Azul, a thematically rich episode in the Breaking Bad canon. We talk about color meanings, Bert the Turtle, Jane's breakout performance, Jesse as a blowfish, the bonds that hold us together, and much more.

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In this episode we break down everything there is to talk about in the sixth episode of season 2: synthetic diamonds, Gretchen's tears, Walt's death stare (and four letter profanity), FDIC insurance, and more! We hand out our usual awards including episode MVP, which was a close call for each of us and ended up with two different selections.

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We're back with a breakdown of the much buzzed about, finally arrived, "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" in a crossover episode with "The Popped Cast." We give our thoughts on the movie, whether it's a worthy sequel to the series and our best and worst moments from the film.

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We're back! And we're talking all about Jesse's maturation, Jane's appearance, Walt's feigned concern for high-sodium foods, the all-stars of the new distribution network, how to clog a toilet with cardboard, and using only one square of toilet paper.

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In this episode of Breaking Pod, we talk about Walt's overplayed breakfast, the ridiculous Flynn nickname, the physics of Porta-Johns, the parallel lives of Walt and Jesse, Skyler smoking, and Walt's tell.

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In this episode, Zac and Josh talk about Walt's faked "fugue state," the DEA's ill-fated attempt to get a cartel grandpa to flip on a drugrunner, Walter Jr.'s strange nighttime cravings, Aaron Paul's brilliant acting performance, and Walt's "lie" that is more truthful than his truth.

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In this episode, we break down everything in episode 2 of the second season. We talk about Jesse's ill-timed "chili powder" ad lib, the drama wrapped up in a tiny bell chime, Walter Jr.'s complete irrelevance, and Walt's impression of The Godfather.

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In this episode, Josh and Zac debut the new format, nominating episode moments for Best Scene, Best Writing, and Best Moment. Along the way, we discuss Walt & Skyler's decaying relationship, Marie's kleptomania, Anna Gunn's rockstar performance, and Tuco's rationale for the kidnapping. Josh also drops a "killer" dad joke before we dole out this episode's MVP awards.

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In this episode, we break down the final episode of the first season, dissecting Walt's personal philosophy, his desire to keep Jesse around, the writers' use of Marie as a simple plot device, and Skylar's acting chops.

We also announce some changes for season 2 of Breaking Pod!

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In this discussion of the penultimate episode of the first season, Josh and Zac discuss:

• Another one of Walt's chemistry lessons
• Walt and Jesse's codependency
• The beginning of Jesse's maturation
• Hank's unsettling inability to read Walt
• Hugo's tough break
• Tuco's insanity ...and lots more!

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• The use of color palettes as plot devices
• Walt turning down a job and Jesse trying to find a job
• Anna Gunn's ability to act alongside Bryan Cranston
• Walter's complaint that he never makes his own choices

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In this episode, Zac and Josh discuss "Cancer Man." Among the topics:

• Is "Cancer Man" an astrological reference?
• Are Jesse and Walt diametric opposites?
• Jesse's confusion of LDS missionaries with a murderous biker gang
• Jesse as the tragic hero
• Walt's Jason Statham/Tom Cruise/Jason Bourne impression

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