Poda Bing: a Sopranos retrospective

Vik, Niia and John dissect Funhouse, the season 2 finale of The Sopranos. Topics discussed include Livia's ambitious travel plans, why we keep returning to the deliciousness of Chicken Vindaloo despite its gastrointestinal pitfalls, the meanings and themes and messages within Tony's dreams, the use of Antonio Carlos Jobim music arrangements for kill scenes, possible Netflix spinoff series based on...

Jeremy Egner, TV Editor for The New York Times joins Vik to talk Sopranos, his recent interview with David Chase, current shows that could enter the realm of the Sopranos, 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...

Alan & Matt discuss their new book, 'The Sopranos Sessions', Sopranos burnout, interviewing David Chase, why we love Tony Soprano, viewer surrogates, whether Meadow was set up to the boss of the family, final sequence theories 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 availabl...

David Proval joins Vik in studio for an in-depth conversation about his career, Richie Aprile, The Sopranos, David Chase, show business 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 and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Will Janowitz joins Vik in the studio for an in-depth conversation about The Sopranos and shares his thoughts on a variety of topics including show business, Ali vs. Tyson, IP spinoffs 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...

Vik and the @sopranosgram team are reunited to say goodbye to Richie Aprile and discuss The Knight in White Satin Armor. When not over-indulging in NBA references, topics discussed include: the magical opening sequence (4:51), Richie's moxy (16:48), the significance of red in this episode (20:09), Bobby's awe (33:07), the polarization of therapy (38:56), Janice and Richie's last dance (42:51), Ton...

Michael Imperioli joins Vik in the studio to talk about his work on The Sopranos -- in front of the camera and behind it, as a writer on the show. He compares and contrasts Martin Scorsese and David Chase and discusses how he was cast on the show, experiences with James Gandolfini, other cast members, and David Chase, his path to Buddhism, musical and literary influences, writing a book and much m...

Vik is joined by Niia, John, and a special holiday bottle of bourbon to discuss House Arrest. Topics explored include: garbageman's balls (2:40), the Neil Mink lecture series (4:50), another Seven movie reference (9:05), never eating another man's manicotti (16:55), Tony's tipping point with Richie (17:49), stress management (27:53), what Livia doesn't know (33:57), the pursuit of happiness (34:52...

Joe Penny talks to Vik in studio to discuss his role as Vic Musto on The Sopranos. He talks about being on the Tony Soprano shortlist, the wisdom of David Chase, California actors vs. New York actors, and why the Giving Tree is one of his favorite books.  Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever tf All archived ep...

Marisa Redanty calls in to discuss her role as Christine Scatino on the show. She talks about reading for Janice, the professionalism of Robert Patrick, behind the scenes memories (like Tony Sirico's hair routine), and her post Sopranos accidental career as a local politician and advocate in the City.  Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabi...

Vik, Niia and John discuss episode 10 of season 2, Bust Out. Topics discussed include: the dynamics of a bust out (8:10), Carmela and Vic (18:47), Vik's wonderment with the show's cinematography (24:05), Niia's mic drop about how the witness reneged (49:37), and possible Netflix spinoff series for this episode (58:09). Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvi...

Vik, Niia and John discuss 'From Where to Eternity', the first of 5 scripts penned by Michael Imperioli. Topics discussed include: Richie's hands (6:56), whether the Ralphie in this episode is *the* Ralphie (10:58), Christopher's health insurance (15:33), the thing between the Irish and Italians (16:15), Purgatory (17:35), Carmela's contradictions (27:27), Tony's immigrant speech (34:30), and Tony...

Jamie Lynn Sigler joins Vik in the studio to talk about her work on The Sopranos. She talks about the early days, how it all came together, expectations, living and working with Multiple sclerosis (MS), her relationship with James Gandolfini, David Chase, Robert Iler, other cast members and being a mother.  Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @p...

An in-depth conversation with Saundra Santiago, who played the role of Jeannie Cusamano 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 Full Leather Jacket. Topics explored include Gerry Rafferty's music (3:08), Richie and the ramp (22:30), Christopher's proposal (30:04), Taoism 101 (36:17), the attempt on Christopher's life (45:23), and possible Netflix spinoff series (48:10).  Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter or wherever t...

Niia's mom drops by the studio to listen in on Vik, Niia and John discuss D-Girl. Topics explored include existentialism (15:47), living next to cemeteries (23:02), adolescent angst (28:07), using camera to present what words can't (33:08), film sets (34:30), the irony of Puss being AJ's sponsor (48:37), Danny Meyer and Shake Shack (51:28), Maslow's hierarchy (51:51), Caravaggio (1:01:10), Netflix...

Vik, Niia and John explore Episode 6 of Season 2, 'The Happy Wanderer'. Topics discussed include: singing in the shower (07:09), the Scatinos (08:05), Richie's miraculous line "stutter step" (28:51), Niia's vocal range (42:31), Dr. Melfi taking control (54:08), Meadow publicly defending Tony (1:01:52), and Netflix spinoffs (1:07:06). Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Si...

A conversation with Ajay Naidu, who appeared opposite Michael Imperioli in Season 2, Episode 5 of The Sopranos. Once we get the elephant in the room out of the way (an Indian guy from California hosting a Sopranos show?) we discuss his early work in Office Space and numerous Darren Aronofsky projects, his experience on The Sopranos, his friendship with Michael Imperioli, and his collaboration with...

Vik, Niia and John discuss episode 5 of season 2, Big Girls Don't Cry. Topics discussed include Furio's approach versus Christopher's, Tony building a firewall, Christopher's acting as a way out, Melfi employing therapy to build a yellow brick road back to Tony, plus our thoughts on the most re-watchable scenes, favorite quotes and Netflix series spinoffs that might be successful. Poda Bing is an...

Vik, Niia and John discuss 'Commendatori', the fourth episode of season 2.  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 the @sopranosgram duo get real with Richie Aprile and explore the many facets of episode 3 of season 2, Toodle-F**king-Oo.  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 crew discuss the second episode of season 2 where Bobby Bacala makes his debut. Also, we're just one episode away from Mr. Richie Aprile's grand entrance.  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 podc...

Vik is joined by Niia, John, and Justin (yeah!) to discuss the season 2 premier, "Guy Walks into a Psychiatrist's Office".  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, Justin and John wrap up season 1 of the Sopranos with a discussion of "I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano" complete with screeching halt theories and reaches, needle threading, NBA references, and figuring out ways to incorporate Billy Joel into the conversation whenever possible. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays production created by Vik Singh (@helloimvik) Follow @podabing on IG, Twitter...

The gang is reunited in the studio for a discussion about the penultimate episode of season 1, "Isabella". 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.