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Aug 2024
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Bryan Cranston (Part 2): Is 'Breaking Ba...

Rainn Wilson
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Actor Bryan Cranston (Your Honor, Breaking Bad) and Rainn Wilson explore the complexities of Walter White’s character in Breaking Bad. Cranston delves into the evolution of the anti-hero in modern storytelling, the moral dilemmas that define Breaking Bad, and the seductive power of ego. The episode also touches on how these themes resonate in today's world, reflecting our society’s challenges and ethical struggles. This discussion is a must-watch for fans of Breaking Bad and those intrigued by the darker side of human nature.


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Produced by: Kartik Chainani

Executive Produced by: Ford Bowers, Samah Tokmachi

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Production Supervisor: Mike O'Brien

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Theme Music by: Marcos Moscat

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