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The Truth Behind the Most Famous Plot Hole on ‘Breaking Bad’ (With Vince Gilligan)
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About the episode
Breaking Bad is considered a perfectly plotted show, but some fans find fault with one part of a classic episode: “To’hajiilee.” How exactly did Hank track Walt to his hidden fortune in the desert? It’s the subject of much debate. But is it truly a plot hole? In this edition of Plot Hole or Not Hole, The Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh is joined by Breaking Bad creator and legendary showrunner Vince Gilligan to answer the question once and for all—and explain why we care so much about plot holes, anyway.
Do you have a burning question about plot holes? Something you’d like to see us cover? Email us at plotholeornothole@gmail.com. And be sure to check out Vince’s new show, Pluribus, on Apple TV starting November 7.
Summary
Welcome to Plot Hole or Not Hole
- 2:26
The history and definition of plot holes
- 12:15
How “To’hajiilee” became a hazard to one ‘Breaking Bad’ fan
- 14:50
A telecom expert weighs in on “To’hajiilee”
- 19:05
Vince Gilligan joins!
- 19:55
Vince explains the importance of plot holes
- 34:33
Vince talks about “To’hajiilee”
- 54:46
The verdict: “To’hajiilee”—plot hole or not hole?
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