Poda Bing: a Sopranos retrospective

Vik is an army of one for Poda Bing's treatment of "The Weight." Listen as he panic attacks his way through one of the greatest episodes in the series with a little help from the brilliant writing of Terence Winter and some choice musical interludes. Season 4 is in full-force and this episode does a lot of heavy lifting and sets us up for an amazing run to the finale, "Whitecaps." Poda Bing is an...

After navigating crazy summer schedules and the regularness of life, Poda Bing's treatment of "Christopher" is here. Join us for a discussion of this controversial but important and hilarious episode. And for the record, it's Montell Williams. Listen along and you'll know what this means. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twit...

In the 8th installment of Poda Bing Sopranos Trivia, the focus is on 'The Weight' episode of season 4. In addition to trivia, Vik has a full blown sidebar conversation with finalist Dan from Chicago who designed the coveted 'My Podcast Never Hurt Nobody' insignia. And Ram, another finalist from Chennai India, inspires Vik to get dosa for dinner. If you haven't had one, you're missing out. Enjoy! P...

Peter Bogdanovich on his early career, including his Oscar-nominated film, Sopranos story, thoughts and impressions of the series and current media landscape. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

No-Show gets the Poda Bing treatment. Topics explored include: the decision to go ponytail or no pony tail, the mechanics and shrewdness of the no-show and no-work economy and how it stacks up to the Harry Potter economy, the western canon, personal experiences with therapy, Pre-Raphaelite art, Niia's rendition of Florence and the Machine, and more. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production c...

Another installment of Poda Bing Sopranos Trivia with a Sudden Death showdown tacked on at the end. Congratulations, Brad from Alberta! Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Matthew joins the pod to share his Sopranos story, his journey as an actor and his current projects, including a podcast called 10,000 "No"s. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Dan Trader of Time Immemorial joins the pod to talk about the Sopranos digital community he's built over the past decade, his creative process, the Sopranos event he's putting together at the end of the year, and his favorite things about The Sopranos. An NBA reference was even worked into the mix. Thank you Dan. Thank you listeners! Happy 4th! Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production create...

A longform conversation with actor, writer, and humanitarian Turk Pipkin about his work, Sopranos story and more. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Vik and the gang jump head first into season 4. The premiere is loaded with subtlety and intricacy and features some of the best speeches of the series. Loved doing this one (managed to incorporate Darth Vader, Kawhi Leonard and The Jeffersons into the conversation) and excited to begin the season 4 -- The Sopranos in its prime -- journey. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by...

Aries Spears (Mad TV, Jerry Maguire) drops by the studio to talk Sopranos in true Poda Bing style: lots of basketball, what-ifs, and fun. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Final round action of Poda Bing Sopranos Trivia. It's another TIE! Joe from South Carolina and Brad from Alberta Canada: prepare for a Sudden Death showdown! Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Another edition of Poda Bing Sopranos Trivia. Congratulations to Brian, Joe and Brad -- the three finalists of this round. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Vik and Niia wrap up season 3 of Poda Bing by taking a close look at 'The Army of One'. Together on three...1, 2, 3: The Corps, The Corps, The Corps! This episode nicely winds up season 3 business while laying the foundation for some new stories in season 4. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived...

Vik and the gang discuss, Amour Fou, the penultimate episode of Season 3 and, importantly, one of David Chase's favorite episodes. Special thanks to @bohnjolton23 for introducing Vik to the gems stored within the DVD box set. David Chase himself spoke at length about this episode in particular and much of the material we cover is directly addressed by him. So thanks again, John. Doing this episode...

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The latest installment of Poda Bing's Sopranos trivia show. Congratulations to Joe from Orlando for dominating the first Sudden Death scenario! Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Vik and the gang explore the heralded and hallowed episode of Pine Barrens. Already picked apart and analyzed and scrutinized to death by plenty of competent examiners, this Poda Bing treatment of the episode considers some new possibilities to the unanswered questions of what happened in those woods. At the end of the podcast, Joe from Orlando, one of the Poda Bing Sopranos trivia champions, join...

Jerry Adler joins the podcast to talk about his role as Hesh on The Sopranos. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Vitali joins Poda Bing to discuss his role of Valery on The Sopranos. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Vik, Niia and John discuss "the Christmas episode" in the first Poda Bing double-header. Topics discussed include: flashbacks, tropes, Jackie Jr's downward spiral, goomad Christmas presents, and more. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.sho...

Listen to the first round contestants and lone finalist, Sam, eek out the W from across the pond. Congrats Sam from Madrid (by way of London)! Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Max joins Poda Bing to discuss his career, Sopranos experience, playing Benny Fazio, working with David Chase, Michael Imperioli, James Gandolfini and more. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Vik, Niia and John explore The Telltale Moozadel, figure out the formal title of a pizza maker on the fly, link Gloria to Livia, scratch their heads on why Carm called Ralph a catch, and much more.  Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show...

Poda Bing's Sopranos Trivia Episode 3 was an 0-25 attempt at finding a finalist. We're at a precipice of an enormous crossroads! Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.