EPISODE · Jul 31, 2025 · 1H 33M
Breaking Bad’s Walt Jr. on Crime, Fame & the Show’s Dark Truth | RJ Mitte
from Locked In with Ian Bick · host Ian Bick
RJ Mitte, who played Walt Jr. on Breaking Bad, opens up about getting bullied as a kid and how acting helped him find a way out. In this exclusive interview, he breaks down how he landed the role of Walt Jr., what it was really like filming Breaking Bad, and how closely the show reflects real-life crime. We also talk about how his character mirrors the families of real criminals, where Walt Jr. would be today, and whether the show glamorizes the very world it portrays. This is a must-watch for Breaking Bad fans and anyone who’s ever questioned the line between entertainment and reality. #BreakingBad #RJMitte #WaltJr #TrueCrimePodcast #ActorInterview #CrimeAndTelevision #BehindTheScenes #lockedinpodcast Connect with RJ Mitte: https://www.instagram.com/rjmitte/?hl=en Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://www.magicmind.com/IANB50. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00:00 R.J. Mitte's Rise from Bullying to Fame 00:04:37 The Impact of Realism in "Breaking Bad" 00:10:14 RJ Mitte's Early Break into Acting 00:15:39 Changes in the Acting Industry 00:21:02 Lessons from My Grandfather: Handling Confrontation 00:26:23 Embracing Vulnerability for Creative Opportunities 00:32:01 The Journey to the Set: A Young Actor's Experience 00:37:54 Basic Human Decency and Anarchy 00:43:05 Breaking Generational Cycles and Positive Influences 00:48:29 The Influence of Walter White's Character on Viewers 00:54:30 The Influence of Mob Movies and Music on Youth 01:00:33 Future of Walter Jr.: Making a Choice 01:05:33 The Impact of Breaking Bad on My Career 01:10:55 Life as a Child Actor on Breaking Bad 01:16:25 The Duality of Walter White: Walter vs. Heisenberg 01:22:09 Redemption and Change in Prisons Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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RJ Mitte, who played Walt Jr. on Breaking Bad, opens up about getting bullied as a kid and how acting helped him find a way out. In this exclusive interview, he breaks down how he landed the role of Walt Jr., what it was really like filming Breaking Bad, and how closely the show reflects real-life crime. We also talk about how his character mirrors the families of real criminals, where Walt Jr. would be today, and whether the show glamorizes the very world it portrays. This is a must-watch for Breaking Bad fans and anyone who’s ever questioned the line between entertainment and reality. #BreakingBad #RJMitte #WaltJr #TrueCrimePodcast #ActorInterview #CrimeAndTelevision #BehindTheScenes #lockedinpodcast Connect with RJ Mitte: https://www.instagram.com/rjmitte/?hl=en Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://www.magicmind.com/IANB50. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00:00 R.J. Mitte's Rise from Bullying to Fame 00:04:37 The Impact of Realism in "Breaking Bad" 00:10:14 RJ Mitte's Early Break into Acting 00:15:39 Changes in the Acting Industry 00:21:02 Lessons from My Grandfather: Handling Confrontation 00:26:23 Embracing Vulnerability for Creative Opportunities 00:32:01 The Journey to the Set: A Young Actor's Experience 00:37:54 Basic Human Decency and Anarchy 00:43:05 Breaking Generational Cycles and Positive Influences 00:48:29 The Influence of Walter White's Character on Viewers 00:54:30 The Influence of Mob Movies and Music on Youth 01:00:33 Future of Walter Jr.: Making a Choice 01:05:33 The Impact of Breaking Bad on My Career 01:10:55 Life as a Child Actor on Breaking Bad 01:16:25 The Duality of Walter White: Walter vs. Heisenberg 01:22:09 Redemption and Change in Prisons Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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