Episode Details

In this episode of pplpod, we dive deep into the high-stakes midseason premiere of Breaking Bad, "Blood Money" (Season 5, Episode 9). Directed by the series star Bryan Cranston, this pivotal episode fast-forwards to a ruined version of the White family home before dropping us back into the tension of the present.

We analyze Hank Schrader’s explosive realization that his brother-in-law is the elusive Heisenberg, triggered by a handwritten dedication in a copy of Leaves of Grass. We also discuss Jesse Pinkman’s crushing guilt over the deaths of Mike Ehrmantraut and Drew Sharp, which leads him to desperately discard his "blood money" throughout the neighborhood.

Finally, we break down the return of Walter White’s cancer and the iconic garage confrontation where Walt issues his chilling warning to "tread lightly". Join us for this essential recap as we march toward the series finale.