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Welcome to the House Pop Break -- where we discuss all things related to Westeros, King's Landing and House of the Dragon. Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin is back in the host seat and is joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas and special guests Josh Sarnecky (Anime x Pop, TV Break, Anniversary Brothers) and making his Socially Distanced debut, Kris Inge...

For the last time this year Socially Distanced goes to the High Republic to discuss The Acolyte. Host Amanda Rivas is rejoined by Pop Break Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin and Podcasting Editor Alex Marcus along with special guests Amanda Clark and Murjani Rawls to discuss The Acolyte Season Finale. In the episode the discuss the various issues they had with the plot including Sol’s motivations and th...

Welcome to Socially Distanced’s fourth installment of the House of the Acolyte review series — where we review both the latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte and the second season of HBO’s House of the Dragon . This episode is hosted by Amanda Rivas (for The Acolyte section) and special guest host Alex Marcus (for The House of the Dragon section), tagging in for Bill Bodkin this week. They are join...

Welcome to Socially Distanced's third installment of the House of the Acolyte review series -- where we review both the latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte and the second season of HBO's House of the Dragon. The episode is hosted by Amanda Rivas (for the Acolyte section) and Bill Bodkin (for the House of the Dragon section). This week they are joined by the hosts of the Blerd Watchers pod...

Socially Distanced returns to Westeros via light speed for the second part of its Acolyte and House of the Dragon review series. In this episode Bill and Amanda are joined by Pop Breaks House of the Dragon beat writer Randy Allain (host of the Media/Lit pod) and Roses and Rejections host Michelle Chapman. They discuss the epic light saber battles in The Acolyte and the performance from Manny Jacin...

Pop Break's House of the Acolyte Series Officially Begins! However, before we start - we need to ask a favor. On Tuesday June 18, Pop Break lost one of their own, staff writer Michael Vacchiano. Mike left behind a wife, a four-year-old daughter and a 16 month old son. His friends and family have come together to raise money for his family in this time of great need. If you're able to donat...

Socially Distanced returns to a galaxy far, far away with a deep dive into The Acolyte Episode 3. "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas is in the hosting seat of the Jedi Council and is joined by Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin, Pop Break staff writer and resident reviewer of The Acolyte Amanda "Amanda Jr." Clark and special guest Jeff Fountain of the Unit...

Socially Distanced enters its High Republic era as The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia Amanda Rivas hops into the host chair this week with Bill Bodkin and special guest Jeff Grettler of the Dos Incredibles Network to discuss the first two episodes of The Acolyte. This newest iteration of the Jedi Council discusses their hype level for this series, the fate of Master Indara, cast performances, whethe...

Lords and ladies, Socially Distanced goes back to the ‘ton as we discuss the most popular show in all the world right now - Bridgerton Season 3 Part 1. Pop Break’s version of Lady Whistledown - Bill Bodkin - brings an unhinged hosting style to this new episode and is joined by Amanda Rivas, her sister and Bridgerton superfan Vanessa Gonzales, Pop Break podcast director Alex Marcus and newcomer to...

Socially Distanced jumps back into the TARDIS to discuss the latest episodes of Disney Plus's iteration of Doctor Who as Bill Bodkin, Amanda Rivas and Randy Allain (Every Pod You Cast, Media/Lit) discuss "Space Babies," "Devil's Chord" and "Boom." This trio of intrepid travelers across space and time discuss The Beatles, Jinkx Monsoon's performance as The...

This week on Socially Distanced we’re going all in on X-Men. Join Bill Bodkin, Amanda Rivas, Alex Marcus and special guest Matt Farley of Marvel Guides as they discuss the X-Men 97 finale and they create and cast their own MCU X-Men film. In the first segment of the episode they break down the finale of X-Men ‘97. They talk about if it lived up to expectations, what parts didn’t work, the great pu...

Are you ready for some football? Socially Distanced presents its third annual post draft and off season episode! The NFC East Group Therapy squad - Al Mannarino, Amanda Rivas, Ben Murchison, Bill Bodkin and Marshall Stevenson are back to talk about their favorite teams off season moves - the good, the bad and the Saquon Barkley of it all. They discuss the NFL draft, predict who will end up in the...

May the 4th be with you! Socially Distanced celebrates all things Star Wars this week by getting the band back together! That's right Al Mannarino returns to Socially Distanced after wandering the desert of Tatooine! You can also literally hear his heart break as he watches the Knicks lose to the 76ers during the podcast. On the episode, Al is joined by the host of the show -- "The Human...

It’s Social Season on The Socially Distanced Podcast or should we say posh-cast. Yes, we’re heading to Shondaland to discuss Netflix’s undeniable hit series Bridgerton. Hosting this episode is Vanessa Gonzales, Bridgerton super fan and sister of our very own Amanda Rivas. Vanessa guides Amanda, Bill Bodkin, Alex Marcus and fellow Bridgerton super fan and Pop Break TV Editor Avani Goswami (making h...

Socially Distanced goes deep into the vaults to discuss Prime Video's smash hit new series, Fallout! Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin does his worst Walton Goggins impersonation and leads the podcast through discussion. He's joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, and making his Socially Distanced debut -- Kelvin Kately (Dat Feelin' Podcast Netwo...

Yes, it's the Madame Web episode of Socially Distanced, so pack your party bags people it's gonna be a large one. Bill  Bodkin is in the host chair to discuss this cinematic classic that was just in theaters two weeks ago and is now on VOD...at a discounted price. Bill is joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, as well as the hosts of Not Couple Goals -- "...

Whoaaaa whooaaaaa it's Wrestlemania! That's right Socially Distanced is doing it's first-ever all wrestling show! In this episode, Amanda Rivas, "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia," is in the host seat and she's driving the bus all the way to Philadelphia as we're doing predictions for the biggest Wrestlemania ever -- Wrestlemania XL (that's Wrestlemania 40 for all...

The Matrix turns 25 and Socially Distanced is here to take the red pill and go down the rabbit hole to discuss this iconic science fiction masterpiece. Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin is in the hosting seat to discuss the film along with "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, "The Voice of God" Marshall Stevenson (co-host of Blerd Watchers) and Emmy Award-...

Keep your eyes on the road and your hands upon the wheel because Socially Distanced is going to the 2024 remake of Roadhouse. Pop Break’s Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin is joined by “The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia” Amanda Rivas, “The First Lady of Thirst” Allie Nelson (host of the Not Couple Goals podcast) and the “Moadib of Movies and TV” Murjani Rawls to discuss the film which premiered on Prime...

Lisan Al Gaib! Socially Distanced returns to Arrakis to discuss Dune Part Two. Pop Break’s Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin rides the worm with his fellow spicy guests Alisha Weinberger and Roses and Rejections’ DJ Chapman. They imbibe in the spice to break down Denis Villeneuve’s epic adaptation of Frank Herbert’s famed science fiction classics. They talk about the performances, the action, the famed...

Socially Distanced celebrates its 200th episode in a big way -- an Avengers draft! The Avengers are on the horizon in the Marvel Cinematic, but we have no clue who the team is just yet. So we've put together a pool of 90 active MCU characters, and we've recruited 8 people to draft their perfect Avengers team! That's right everyone from Thor and The Hulk to Marvel's Katy and that ki...

Socially Distanced celebrates Episode #199 with a journey back in time as they discuss X-Men: The Animated Series! Pop Break Podcast Director Alex Marcus curates and hosts the episode in which he, Amanda Rivas, Bill Bodkin and special guest, independent comic book writer and creative Frank Martin discuss the iconic Phoenix and Dark Phoenix storylines. In their discussion they talk about the dark a...

Yip yip! Socially Distanced returns to bend the elements with an instant reaction to the first episode of Netflix’s live adaptation of Nickelodeon’s Avatar: The Last Airbender. Amanda Rivas hosts an all-star panel including her Anime x Pop co-host Josh Sarnecky, Pop Break staff writer Nynoshka Vazquez Sauzo and Pop Break’s own General Iroh - Bill Bodkin. The team discusses their hopes and fears he...

Yip yip! The Socially Distanced Podcast is here to help you pre-game for Netflix’s live action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender by diving into season one of the animated series - which will be a big part of the live adaptation. Amanda Rivas is in the host seat and has Bill Bodkin and Alex Marcus along for the journey into airbending, flying buffalos and fire daddies. They discuss the emoti...

The NFC East Group Therapy Session is back for the last time for the 2023-2024 season -- just in time for the big game this Sunday in Las Vegas. Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief is the quarterback for this all-star episode. This week he's joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, Marshall Stevenson of Blerd Watchers, "The Commander of our Hearts" Ben Murchis...