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 Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, Pop Break's editor-in-chief, and Jar Jar Binks enthusiast Ben Murchison...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 43 min
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 her pod debut) through the world of matchmaking, repression, aquapoppins and horniness. In the pre-ga...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 49 min
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 Network, No Gimmicks Podcast, BCP+, Smoke Pit Podcast, and Queens of Nerdom Podcast). In the episode they talk about their history ...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 40 min
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 -- "The Magical Lad" Tyler McCarthy and "The First Queen of Thirst" Allie Nelson. This conversation becomes completely unhinged ...
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 51 min
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 you non-Roman numeral cats)! Amanda is joined, as always, by Pop Break's editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin and Devin Carter from Texas' Hyb...
Apr 05, 2024•2 hr
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-winning producer of the Netflix series Hilda (and Bill's best friend of 30 years), Victor Reyes -- who is making his podcast...
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 44 min
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 Video starring Jake Gyllenhaal. In the episode they discuss how surprisingly good Connor McGregor, i...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 50 min
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 popcorn bucket, sand worms, sequels and would they side with Paul or Chani. In the pre-game segment ...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 14 min
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 kid from Iron Man 3 are available. This episode features appearances by Pop Break's editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, "The ...
Mar 08, 2024•2 hr 44 min
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 and heavy subject matter of the Phoenix storyline, how the show wasn't always a kids show, the impact...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 42 min
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 heading into the premiere, their thoughts on the numerous changes to the series, Josh’s rizz factor, t...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 46 min
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 emotional arcs of the main characters in particular Aang and Zuka as well as why everyone loves Iroh. The...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 56 min
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 Murchison and making a surprise return -- Al Mannarino! They discuss the big game, how many times Taylor Swift will be on screen, Patri...
Feb 09, 2024•2 hr 2 min
By order of The Peaky Blinders, Socially Distanced is celebrating the Cillian Murphy-lead Netflix series this week. Ben Murchison - The Commander of our Hearts - is in the host seat for the first time ever to discuss one of his all-time favorite shows. In the episode he along with Bill Bodkin and Amanda Rivas discuss the worldwide success of the series, the potential for a Peaky Blinders feature film, the series use of music, Tom Hardy’s wild role in the show and why Polly Shelby is an absolute ...
Feb 02, 2024•1 hr 55 min
Socially Distanced heads to the Arctic Circle for this week's episode as we review the first two episodes of HBO's True Detective: Night Country -- the fourth season of the critically acclaimed crime drama. Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin is in the host seat for this in-depth review of this fantastic new installment of the decade-long anthology series. "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas is aboard to provide her thoughts on frozen corpsicles and thirst traps and special guest...
Jan 26, 2024•1 hr 19 min
The Socially Distanced Podcast steps into the Snyderverse with a review of Zach Snyder’s Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire. Dan Cohen, host of Pop Breaks Batman by the Numbers podcast, joins Bill Bodkin and Amanda Rivas on the episode. They talk about their hype for the film, their love for Charlie Hunnam in the film, the films Star Wars origins and it’s less than subtle homages, the bad writing that deep sixes most of the film and just how much the film lacked Snyder’s trademark ambition and...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Socially Distanced returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a review of its latest miniseries, Echo starring Alayna Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio. Amanda Rivas is in the host seat and is joined by Bill Bodkin and special guest Matt from Face 4 Wrestling. In the episode they discuss the evolution of Echo’s powers, the Daredevil “hot shotting,” the MCU implications, the brilliance of the show and the severe under use of Devery Jacobs. In the pre-game segment they discuss the recent announcement o...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Happy New Year and welcome to the kick-off of the fifth season of the Socially Distanced Podcast -- the official podcast of ThePopBreak.com We've got a special split episode for y'all this week, Hosts Amanda Rivas and Bill Bodkin are joined by Pop Break Podcast Director Alex Marcus and two special guests to discuss Marvel's What If...? Season 2 and the Doctor Who Christmas Special.Matt Widdis of The Pop Break and The Bob Culture Podcast joins the episode to discuss WhatIf...? Season 2. As a huge...
Jan 05, 2024•2 hr 32 min
It's the final episode of Socially Distanced for 2023, so what better to close out the year than give out the second annual Socially Distanced Awards! Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin is in the host seat and is joined by a cavalcade of guests! Returning for the first time in forever from the quantum realm it's Pop Break's sorta kinda maybe Managing Editor Al Mannarino! "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas is here as well and she's joined by "The Commander of our Hearts" Ben "El...
Dec 29, 2023•2 hr 25 min
Merry Christmas from the Socially Distanced Podcast! In this episode, we pass through the seven levels of the candy cane forest, through the sea of swirly-twirly gumdrops, and we walk through the Lincoln Tunnel to discuss the 20th Anniversary of ELF. "The Human Star Wars Christmas Special" Amanda Rivas sits in Santa's sleigh (the host chair) and has a wild, definitely not kid friendly conversation about the film with "DJ Father Christmas" Bill Bodkin, Ben "Video Spectrum" Murchison, and the gues...
Dec 22, 2023•2 hr 1 min
Socially Distanced kicks off its holiday special mini-series with a look at the 1990 holiday classic -- Home Alone. Pop Break's Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin (who's seen the film at least 100 times) hosts the episode and is joined by Ben Murchison (the holiday special resident guest), along with Tyler McCarthy and Allie Nelson of the Not Couple Goals Podcast. The episode kicks off with Tyler's theory about watching Home Alone outside of the holiday season and oh boy does that go places. The group ...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Allons-y! Socially Distanced returns to the TARDIS as we discuss the second Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Special entitled 'Wild Blue Yonder.' Pop Break's editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin is joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas and "The Doctor" Randy Allain to discuss the second foray into the Disney+/BBC joint venture of Doctor Who. They discuss the stage-play throwback style of the episode, the intimacy and horror of the episode, David Tennant and Catherine Tate pulling dramatic ...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 10 min
ALLONS-Y! The Socially Distanced Podcast jumps back into the TARDIS to discuss the first Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Special - The Star Beast. Join host Amanda Rivas aka The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia, Bill Bodkin aka The David Tennant of The Pop Break and resident Whovian Randy Allain of Every Pod You Cast as they discuss all the timey whimeyness of the reunion of The Doctor and Donna Noble. They discuss the significance of this reunion, the mystery of The Doctor's face, the new supporting ca...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 35 min
Football is back on Socially Distanced! Pop Break's editor-in-chief and long-suffering NY Giants fan Bill Bodkin hosts the show and is joined by Amanda Rivas (repping the Dallas Cowboys), Ben Murchison (our resident Washington Commanders fan) and Marshall Stevenson (as always representing The Philadelphia Eagles). In the episode they discuss their grievances with their teams, their hopes for their teams, what NFL team makes them roll their eyes, the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce romance, and footbal...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 40 min
Socially Distanced is back with glorious purpose to discuss the Loki Season 2 (and series?) finale. Pop Break's editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin is in the host seat and is joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, her sister Vanessa Gonzales and Nynoshka Vazquez Suazo to talk all things Loki -- from Tom Hiddleston's handsomeness to Sylvie's horrible mullet to the amazing final scenes to tears, laughs and cosmic spaghetti corpses. They discuss the Marvel film calendar post SAG AFTRA s...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 41 min
Allonsy, time lords and ladies! The Socially Distanced Podcast is back and we're talking about all things Doctor Who! Pop Break Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin is in the host chair as he's joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas, Pop Break's Podcast Director Alex Marcus, "The Magical Lad" Tyler McCarthy (of the Not Couple Goals Podcast) and Randy Allain -- who'll be joining Pop Break as a part of the Police anthology podcast 'Every Pod You Cast' which premieres in 2024. In the epis...
Nov 03, 2023•2 hr 14 min
Socially Distanced (Taylor's Version) returns and there's so much to talk about. Bill Bodkin is in the host chair and is joined (as always) by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda '1989' Rivas and Pop Break's Podcast Director Alex 'We're Never Ever Getting Back Together" Marcus. In this episode they discuss all things Taylor Swift -- from her Eras Tour Movie to her impact on the NFL to dating Travis Kelce to her impact on TV ratings to being a dominant pop culture figure ... we're talking a...
Oct 29, 2023•1 hr 28 min
It's time for the annual Socially Distanced Halloween Episode! This spooky season we're going to talk about all things Buffy the Vampire Slayer -- the TV series, not the Kristy Swanson movie (although that does get brought up!) We've assembled our own version of the Scooby gang to discuss the iconic series. Pop Break's editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin is in the host seat and is joined by co-host "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas and special guests "The Commander of Our Hearts" Ben Murch...
Oct 26, 2023•2 hr 6 min
The Socially Distanced Podcast returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it discusses the first two episodes of Loki Season 2. Bill Bodkin is back in the host chair and is joined by "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas and her sister Vanessa Gonzalez. Yes, we've got a real Thor/Loki situation on this week's podcast and the heat between these two is real, brother. In this episode Bill, Amanda and Vanessa discuss the return to the TVA, the debate of to prune or not to prune, Sylvie wo...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 40 min
Socially Distanced returns to a galaxy far, far away for the final time in 2023! "The Human Star Wars Encyclopedia" Amanda Rivas hosts Socially Distanced's final episode of the Ahsoka review series. Joining her this week is Pop Break's editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin and the "Mortis Gods" themselves -- Marshall & Courtney Stevenson -- the hosts of Pop Break's Blerd Watchers! In this episode they discuss "The Jedi, The Witch & The Warlord." They go in-depth about Sabine's force abilities, her...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 47 min
