Breaking Pod
81 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsZac and Josh of the Vernacular Podcast Network break down one episode of Breaking Bad every week, focusing on the arc of the show and what it has to teach us about the nature of human existence and the consequences of choice.
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E15 Negro y Azul (Season 2, Ep. 7)
December 29, 2019 19:30 - 52 minutes - 60.3 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Negro Y Azul (Season 2, Ep. 7) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcas...
Negro y Azul (Season 2, Ep. 7)
December 29, 2019 19:30 - 52 minutes - 60.3 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Negro Y Azul (Season 2, Ep. 7) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcas...
Peekaboo (Season 2, Ep. 6)
November 10, 2019 05:08 - 37 minutes - 43.1 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Peekaboo (Season 2, Ep. 6) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts W...
E14 Peekaboo (Season 2, Ep. 6)
November 10, 2019 05:08 - 37 minutes - 43.1 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Peekaboo (Season 2, Ep. 6) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts W...
"El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" - A Deep Dive
October 15, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBWARNING: Spoilers for "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" AND the entire series of "Breaking Bad" are ahead. If you are watching the show along with us for the first time, bookmark this episode and come back when we get to the end of the series! 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 wors...
E13 "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" - A Deep Dive
October 15, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBWARNING: Spoilers for "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" AND the entire series of "Breaking Bad" are ahead. If you are watching the show along with us for the first time, bookmark this episode and come back when we get to the end of the series! 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 wors...
E12 Breakage (Season 2, Ep. 5)
September 12, 2019 11:42 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Breakage 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] 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 vis...
Breakage (Season 2, Ep. 5)
September 12, 2019 11:42 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Breakage 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] 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 vis...
Down (Season 2, Ep. 4)
August 11, 2019 17:07 - 58 minutes - 66.5 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Down (Season 2, Ep. 4) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] 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! Suppor...
E11 Down (Season 2, Ep. 4)
August 11, 2019 17:07 - 58 minutes - 66.5 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Down (Season 2, Ep. 4) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] 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! Suppor...
E10 Bit By a Dead Bee (Season 2, Ep. 3)
July 23, 2019 15:24 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MBBit By a Dead Bee (Season 2, Ep. 3) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on th...
Bit By a Dead Bee (Season 2, Ep. 3)
July 23, 2019 15:24 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MBBit By a Dead Bee (Season 2, Ep. 3) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on th...
Grilled (Season 2, Ep. 2)
June 28, 2019 05:37 - 39 minutes - 63.9 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Grilled (Season 2, Ep. 2) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Ne...
E9 Grilled (Season 2, Ep. 2)
June 28, 2019 05:37 - 39 minutes - 63.9 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Grilled (Season 2, Ep. 2) 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacular Podcast Ne...
737 (Season 2, Ep. 1)
June 19, 2019 03:20 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB737 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on...
E8 737 (Season 2, Ep. 1)
June 19, 2019 03:20 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB737 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. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on...
A No-Rough-Stuff-Type Deal (Ep. 7)
June 06, 2019 12:18 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MB"A No-Rough-Stuff-Type Deal" (Season 1, Ep. 7) 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! What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the sh...
E7 A No-Rough-Stuff-Type Deal (Ep. 7)
June 06, 2019 12:18 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MB"A No-Rough-Stuff-Type Deal" (Season 1, Ep. 7) 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! What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the sh...
E6 Crazy Handful of Nothin' (Ep. 6)
May 21, 2019 12:04 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBCrazy Handful of Nothin' (Ep. 6) 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! What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the sho...
Crazy Handful of Nothin' (Ep. 6)
May 21, 2019 12:04 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBCrazy Handful of Nothin' (Ep. 6) 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! What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the sho...
E5 Gray Matter (Ep. 5)
May 14, 2019 03:17 - 1 hour - 93 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Gray Matter (Ep 5) Zac and Josh talk about everything in episode five, including: 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 What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacula...
Gray Matter (Ep. 5)
May 14, 2019 03:17 - 1 hour - 93 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Gray Matter (Ep 5) Zac and Josh talk about everything in episode five, including: 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 What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Vernacula...
Cancer Man (Ep. 4)
April 30, 2019 11:20 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBCancer Man 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 What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Ve...
E4 Cancer Man (Ep. 4)
April 30, 2019 11:20 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBCancer Man 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 What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Netflix Find out more about all of the shows on the Ve...
And the Bag's in the River (Ep. 3)
April 16, 2019 03:38 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB...And the Bag's in the River Josh and Zac discuss the 3rd episode of Breaking Pod, including: - Vince Gilligan's inspiration for the name of the episode - Walt's opinion on the existence of the soul - Max Arciniega's breakout acting performance - Breaking Bad's knack for dark humor What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] 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 visitin...
E3 And the Bag's in the River (Ep. 3)
April 16, 2019 03:38 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB...And the Bag's in the River Josh and Zac discuss the 3rd episode of Breaking Pod, including: - Vince Gilligan's inspiration for the name of the episode - Walt's opinion on the existence of the soul - Max Arciniega's breakout acting performance - Breaking Bad's knack for dark humor What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] 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 visitin...
E2 The Cat's In the Bag (Ep. 2)
April 08, 2019 10:45 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBBreaking Bad Episode: The Cat's in the Bag (S1E2) In this episode Zac and Josh break down all of the action as Walt continues to reel from the unintended consequences of his desert cook session. We talk casting what-ifs, explore the meta-meanings of Walt's chemistry classes, pay homage to Jesse Pinkman's iconic "ABQ" voicemail, and compare Jesse to a ceramic bathtub. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Ne...
The Cat's In the Bag (Ep. 2)
April 08, 2019 10:45 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBBreaking Bad Episode: The Cat's in the Bag (S1E2) In this episode Zac and Josh break down all of the action as Walt continues to reel from the unintended consequences of his desert cook session. We talk casting what-ifs, explore the meta-meanings of Walt's chemistry classes, pay homage to Jesse Pinkman's iconic "ABQ" voicemail, and compare Jesse to a ceramic bathtub. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on Ne...
E1 The Pilot (Ep. 1)
April 08, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Pilot (S1E1) In this inaugural episode of Breaking Pod, Zac and Josh break down the entire first episode of what Zac claims is "the best television show ever made." Zac unveils what he thinks is the central question of the entire show, Josh disagrees with Zac on the answer to that question, and we listen to (and critique) several key episode scenes. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on ...
The Pilot (Ep. 1)
April 08, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBBreaking Bad Episode: Pilot (S1E1) In this inaugural episode of Breaking Pod, Zac and Josh break down the entire first episode of what Zac claims is "the best television show ever made." Zac unveils what he thinks is the central question of the entire show, Josh disagrees with Zac on the answer to that question, and we listen to (and critique) several key episode scenes. What did we miss? Email us: [email protected] Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Watch Breaking Bad on ...
Announcing Breaking Pod
March 21, 2019 03:16 - 1 minute - 1.08 MBWe're thrilled to announce Breaking Pod, the latest creative project of the Vernacular Podcast Network. Each week, Zac Crippen of Vernacular Podcast and Josh Goldman of The Popped Cast break down an episode of the TV show. We're interested in Breaking Bad as a thriller, but we're also interested in Breaking Bad as a work of art that helps us see better into ourselves and understand the nature of our own existence. There's no better modern television drama for doing that. So join us as we...