In the context of Season 2, "the text" typically refers to a pivotal one-word message received by Walter White in the episode "Mandala" (Season 2, Episode 11) . The "POLLOS" Text
This text is the catalyst for several major developments in the series: Breaking Bad Season 2
: This deal forces Walt to choose between his family and his business. To make the delivery on time, he famously misses the birth of his daughter, Holly. Other Notable Communications in Season 2 In the context of Season 2, "the text"
: A fan-favorite "text-like" audio message is Jesse’s voicemail greeting: "Yo 148, 3-to-the-3-to-the-6-to-the-9. Representin' the ABQ. What up, biatch? Leave it at the tone!" . Other Notable Communications in Season 2 : A
While Walt is in the middle of teaching a high school class, his hidden second cell phone vibrates in the ceiling. Upon retrieving it, he finds a single text message: . Significance of the Message
: Jane Margolis has a similarly memorable greeting: "If you're trying to sell me something... Do Not Call List. However, if you're cool, leave it at the beep" . Breaking Bad Revisited: Season 2, Episodes 11-13