X-Ray Vision
Nerd-culture podcast X-Ray Vision takes listeners on a journey through the zeitgeist-iest (patent pending) films, TV shows, and comics. Join award-winning hosts Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight for one-of-a-kin analysis, the latest news and show lore, and access to the writers, producers, directors, and stars who make your favorite pop culture shows, movies, and more!
Fri, April 04, 2025
Everything Announced at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct
Aaron and Abu are joined by Jason, Rosie, and Carmen to discuss all of the exciting (and pricey!) announcements from that latest Nintendo Direct. They break down the new specs and features of the upcoming Switch 2 console and get hyped for the exciting new games coming from Nintendo and their 3rd-party partners. And then Abu dares to ask…does anyone still care about Donkey Kong?? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, April 03, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again Episode 7
Jason and Rosie recap episode 7 of Daredevil: Born Again “Art For Art’s Sake” its all about Muse and slutty Matt Murdock! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, April 01, 2025
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
Jason and Rosie roll for initiative and revisit the Faerûn to break down the excellent D&D movie starring Chris Pine, a full tome of spells, and a big fat dragon! First, they set the stage with a recap worthy of the greatest bards of the Forgotten Realms, then they’re joined by Aaron to discuss the many D&D easter eggs in the film, and finally Jason breaks down the history and legacy of Dungeons and Dragons on every aspect of pop culture with a lore deep dive. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, March 29, 2025
NEWS: Doomsday Cast, Warner Bros. Troubles, Diverse Books Day, and Nintendo Direct
Jason and Rosie break down the biggest geek news this week, starting of course with the 5+ hour live stream announcing 27 cast members of the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Lots of big names, but also a lot of missing names! Then, they get into Warner Bros. struggling movie business, the upcoming Diverse Book Day, and the exciting games announced during Nintendo’s latest Direct. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, March 27, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again Episodes 5 & 6
Jason and Rosie recap episode 5 & 6 of Daredevil: Born Again and give their predictions for whats to come in the closing episodes of this season. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 26, 2025
Severance Season 2 Episode 10: Cold Harbor
Jason and Rosie recap the astonishing heartbreaking finale of Severance season two, and are then joined by Joelle to break down all theories and predictions for season three. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, March 25, 2025
BOOK CLUB: Exhalation: The Merchant & The Alchemists Gate by Ted Chiang
Who doesn’t love a fresh take on a classic story? The Merchant & The Alchemists Gate, from Ted Chiang’s 2019 collection of short stories “Exhalation” is one of our favorite time travel stories. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sat, March 22, 2025
NEWS: Electric State debacle, Apple TV+ costs A LOT, Movie delays at Warner Bros. and COCO 2?
It's a movie-heavy news week! Electric State fails to deliver the charge, we ask, should Marvel be worried that the Russo brothers don't seem to have it? Sure, you heard Apple TV+ has cost the company BILLIONS, but Apple has deep pockets, and we say thank you for the excellent content. Warner Bros announced that the latest movie from Paul Thomas Anderson starring Leonardo DiCaprio and the Bride of Frankenstein movie directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal have been delayed. And finally, Disney announced at a shareholder meeting that Coco 2 is coming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, March 20, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again Episode 4
Jason and Rosie recap the fourth episode of Daredevil: Born Again, and explore the excellent moments Matt has with a certain gun-toting frenemy. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 19, 2025
Severance Season 2 Episode 9: The After Hours
It’s the penultimate episode of Severance! Jason and Rosie recap episode 9 of season 2 “The After Hours” which will sound like a familiar episode title for lovers of The Twilight Zone..more on that in the episode. They bring in producer Joelle Monique to discuss theories leading up to next week's season finale! What do we know so far? And what do we think will happen in the next episode? Is it vampires?! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, March 18, 2025
You’re Wrong Friend: Eternals vs. Defenders
Welcome to X-Ray Vision’s debate show! In every episode, two panelists will passionately make the case for their hottest takes in front of the judges in order to prove once and for all that you’re wrong, friend. In today’s episode, Jason and Rosie debate which maligned Marvel property is more worth a rewatch: Eternals or The Defenders! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, March 15, 2025
NEWS: Last of Us Trailer Reaction, A24 Thunderbolts, Sadie Sink Joins Spider-Man
We're in trailer heaven! Marvel let us know Thunderbolts is CINEMA! Okay? They got the best, and we will be first in line. HBO delivered a new trailer for the second season of The Last of Us, leaving us all worried about that promise Joel broke. Sony announced that Sadie Sink is joining the Spider-Man franchise but not which character she'd be playing. We're also discussing the upcoming Toxic Avenger project and the new doc reportedly revealing elder abuse against the comic book icon Stan Lee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, March 13, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again Episode 3
We’re back in Hell’s Kitchen for today’s episode! Jason and Rosie recap the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again, “The Hollow of His Hand” and it's a courtroom drama extravaganza! As this season zooms ahead of its two-episode debut with another fatal ending, the hosts share their theories for where the season is going. And NO, that is NOT The Punisher!!! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 12, 2025
Severance Season 2 Episode 8: Sweet Vitriol
Severance takes a dark turn with its latest episode, leaving the hosts and producer Joelle Monique to ask themselves what is Severance really about? But as promised, we’re sticking with this show until the mystery is solved! And we have some theories, too! All this and more, after a recap and episode discussion with your hosts Jason and Rosie! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, March 11, 2025
Mickey 17 and Writer Karen Han
Jason and Rosie share their thoughts on Bong Joon-ho’s latest film Mickey 17, and are then joined by writer Karen Han to discuss the legendary director’s career. Check our Karen’s book on Bong Joon Ho Follow Karen on Instagram Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, March 08, 2025
NEWS: Andor Official Trailer (kinda), No Last of Us 3, Bong Joon-Ho Musical Jester
Disney released an official trailer for Andor that reads more like a behind-the-scenes ad. Neil Druckman abruptly announced that The Last of Us 3 might not be made. Canadian comics printers agreed to take on tariff costs for a month to support the American comic book industry. Plus, what's Bong Joon-Ho thinking with an Aliens Musical? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, March 06, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again Episodes 1 and 2
We love a podcast that rises above its nature! Jason and Rosie dive into the excellent first two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again, exploring the shocking death of a beloved character and the accurate portrayal of New York City. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 05, 2025
Severance Season 2 Episode 7: Chikhai Bardo
Jason and Rosie recap the truly astonishing seventh episode of Severance season two. They break down all the massive reveals, and the even larger mysteries from the episode, and are then joined by Joelle to share their theories about Lumon. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, March 04, 2025
Daredevil (2015) Season 2 and 3 Rewatch
Continuing with our recap ahead of Daredevil Born Again’s release, Jason and Rosie are recapping and discussing the final 2 seasons of Daredevil as it was on Netflix A DECADE AGO and The Defenders (Because you DO need to know it!). Finally, the hosts will share their predictions for the new series ahead of the big day for Born Again! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, March 01, 2025
NEWS: Andor Season 2 Trailer, Kathleen Kennedy Leaving Lucasfilm, and 007 Heads to the Amazon
James Gunn and Peter Saffron make a slew of announcements regarding the future of the DCU, including finally revealing a new Batman in The Brave and the Bold. Meanwhile, at Amazon, Barbara Broccoli and family relinquish creative control of 007, James Bond. Plus, Rosie and Jason break down the Andor season two trailer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, February 27, 2025
Daredevil (2015) Season 1 Rewatch
Don’t have time to rewatch 13 hours of Daredevil season one in preparation for the upcoming Disney+ sequel? Don’t worry, Jason and Rosie revisit one of the best Marvel television shows and recap the first season of Daredevil, sharing their favorite moments and breaking down the legacy of the show along the way. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, February 26, 2025
Severance: Attila
Continuing our coverage of Severance, Jason and Rosie are recapping episode 6 of season 2 “Attila”. To wrap things up the hosts tap in producer Joelle Monique to talk easter eggs and why the episode is titled after the historical figure. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, February 25, 2025
BOOK CLUB: Daredevil: Born Again by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli
In preparation for the upcoming Disney+ show, Jason and Rosie revisit one of the most influential and iconic comic runs of all time, Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli’s Daredevil: Born Again. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, February 22, 2025
NEWS: How Buff Should Abby Be? Dune: Awakening Gets a Release Date. Jeff Trammell Reveals Spider-Man Series Secret.
Dune: Awakening and The Last of Us get official release dates. Murderbots , the Hugo Award Winning series by Martha Wells is coming to Apple TV+ with Alexander Skarsgård. Marvel Rivals production company NetEase's layoffs continue troubling trends in the gaming industry. Rosie and Jason sit down with Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man showrunner Jeff Trammell. He tells us about the Easter eggs no one's noticed and answers a question that's driving fans of the series nuts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, February 21, 2025
Severance: Trojan's Horse
We have been obsessed with Severance here lately, and now is the perfect time to jump on the train. In this deluxe episode of X-Ray, Jason and Rosie recap and discuss Apple TV+’s season 2 episode 5 of Severance “Trojan’s Horse”. Jason gives us an omnibus all about the “king among the commoners” trope discussed by Milchick in the show. Rosie and Jason share their favorite theories about the show, is it cloning? Anagrams? Finally, they invite producer Joelle Monique on to discuss her favorite things about the show and some of the craziest theories from Reddit. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, February 19, 2025
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Finale
Jason and Rosie briefly recap the final two episodes of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, and then share their thoughts on the entire first season, plus what they hope to see from season two. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, February 18, 2025
Yellowjackets Season Three
Yellowjackets season two left much to be desired, but Melanie Lynskey, Christina Ricci, and Ella Purnell keep us coming back. Rosie and Jason share their reaction to the season 3 premiere and then dive deep into what makes a mystery box show successful. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, February 15, 2025
NEWS: Brave New World, PlayStation State of Play, and a Conversation with Nicole Maines
Huge week news wise. Captain America Brave New World hits theaters. Play Station State of Play revealed tons of new looks at much anticipated titles including Metal Gear! Amazon announced a renewal of Rings of Power. Then, Nicole Maines, author of Secret Six for DC and actress from the CW's Supergirl joins Rosie and Jason to discuss her comic book origins and what it's like crafting a trans superhero Dreamer for today's audience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, February 14, 2025
Welcome to a Brave New World, Cap
Jason and Rosie share their thoughts on Captain America: Brave New World, a film described in the X-Ray Vision group chat as “aggressively mid.” They discuss their theories on how the reshoots and rewrites affected the final film, and are then joined by Joelle and Aaron for a panel discussion of the film's strengths and flaws. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, February 11, 2025
Animation Guild, Dog Man, Harley Quinn, and Common Side Effects
Jason and Rosie are checking in on the current state of animation television. In Previously On, they discuss the details of the new contract ratified by The Animation Guild and the wild success of the Dog Man adaptation. Then they’re joined by Joelle to check-in on the new season of Harley Quinn, the Blue Beetle television series, and the hit new series Common Side Effects. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Mon, February 10, 2025
Help Us Shape the Future of X-Ray Vision
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Sat, February 08, 2025
NEWS: Fantastic Four Trailer, Jurassic World Rebirth, and Buffy the Vampire Reboot
Trailers are dropping everywhere. Rosie and Jason share their reactions to the Fantastic Four and Jurassic Park Rebirth trailers. Plus, how excited should we be about that Buffy reboot? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, February 06, 2025
Everything You Need To Know Before Watching Captain America: Brave New World
Jason and Rosie recap the journey of Captain America and Sam Wilson in the entirety of the MCU, leading up to the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World. Then, Rosie breaks down the entire history of Sam Wilson as Cap and the origins of the Red Hulk in the comics. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, February 04, 2025
Paddington In Peru: Rewatching 1 & 2
Don’t forget your marmalade sandwiches, we are packing our bags for the return to Paddington’s home in Peru. In preparation, the hosts go through the events of the previous two installments of the franchise and what they are hoping for in the newest movie in theaters this February 14th, Valentine's Day! Jason and Rosie finish the discussion by listing some of their other most treasured children's anthropomorphized animal movies. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, February 01, 2025
NEWS: Wild Takes From Spidey, Netflix 2025, Plus Companion Director Drew Hancock
Some interesting quotes coming out of Marvel this past week. First, the new spider-man was concerned his NY neighborhood might be too woke. Then Anthony Mackie questioned whether or not America should be a term that defines Sam Wilson. Jason declares Netflix the winner of the streaming wars. Introducing del Toro's Frankenstein! Plus, Rosie sits down with an interview with the director of The Companion, Drew Hancock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 31, 2025
Winter TV? Spy TV! Reality TV!
Winter TV is here! Rosie and Jason set a hype meter for Yellow Jackets season 3, Severance season 2, and White Lotus season 3. Then, the rise of the spy television series has taken over the networks. We share our thoughts on Man on the Inside, Black Dove, The Night Agent, The Agency, Day of the Jackal, Mr and Mrs Smith, plus Slow Horses. Finally, our hosts share their reality TV favorites. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, January 30, 2025
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Episodes 1 and 2
Jason and Rosie dive into the first two episodes of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man on Disney+. Spider-Man swings into animation again, this time at Marvel Studios. Led by Jeff Trammell - who helmed some of the best episodes of Craig of the Creek - this series unique look has divided fan, but it's big heart gives reason to stick around. Rosie and Jason wonder why Spider-Man doesn't sound like a Beastie Boy. And of course, there’s that big twist involving Norman Osborn! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, January 28, 2025
David Lynch Retrospective
Just five days shy of his seventy-ninth birthday, filmmaking icon David Lynch transcended to another plane. Rosie and Jason eulogize the legendary craftsman taking a look at his most celebrated films, the impact of Twin Peaks, and the enduring reach of his commercial work. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, January 25, 2025
NEWS: Oscar Surprises, Marvel Rivals Leak, and Gosling Goes to Star Wars
The Oscar nominees were announced, and we have some thoughts. Jason and Rosie discuss AI use in The Brutalist and Emilia Perez, plus the snubbing of Nicole Kidman and Denzel Washington. They also ponder whether or not Ryan Gosling will join the Star Wars Universe, Robert Eggers dual movie announcements, and those Marvel Rivals leaks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, January 23, 2025
Dune: Prophecy Season 1
Jason and Abu are joined by Haitch and Jason from Escape Hatch (formerly DunePod) to break down the first season of the divisive Dune: Prophecy on HBO. Check out https://escapehatchpod.com and follow Haitch and Jason on Instagram. Follow Abu: abuzafar.bsky.social Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, January 21, 2025
Werewolf Bonanza!
Leigh Whannell’s Wolf Man came out over the weekend so Jason and Rosie rewatched a ton of werewolf themed movies to get in the right mindset. Producer Joelle Monique joins to give her spoiler review of Wolf Man in the backmatter. Movies mentioned: The Wolf Man (1941) Teen Wolf (1985) An American Werewolf in London (1981) Gingersnaps (2000) Wolfwalkers (2020) Wolf (1994) The Howling (1981) Underworld series The Wolf of Snow Hollow (2020) Dog Soldiers (2002) Brotherhood of the Wolf (2001) Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man (1943) Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 17, 2025
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 8
Skeleton Crew concludes, but was it with a bang or a whimper? Rosie and Jason discuss Jod's status as a jedi, the emotional impact of Star Wars television, and whether or not Wim we'll make an appearance in Rey's next adventure. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, January 16, 2025
Book Club Kick-Off: Marvel Rivals Favs and Superman Lore Deep Dives
Welcome, readers! X-Ray Vision has been a comic book, sci-fi, fantasy-loving space forever, but now we're making it official with a monthly book club. We're kicking off with our recommendation list to catch up on Superman before James Gunn's first DC feature drops AND our favorite stories from our favorite Marvel Rivals characters. Then, we'll give you a list of books to read to prep for Daredevil: Born Again. We'll be back in February to go over those books in detail. You can send us questions and comments on the reading material at officialxrvpod@gmail.com. Superman Reading Recs: Superman All-Star Superman By: Grant Morrison & Frank Quietly (2005) Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? By: Alan Moore and Curt Swan (1986) Superman For All Seasons By Jeph Loeb & Tim Sale (1998) Lex Luthor Forever Evil By Geoff Johns and David Finch (2013) Superman: Red Son By Mark Millar, Dave Johnson, Andrew Robinson, Walden Wong and Killian Plunkett Marvel Rivals Reading Recs: Jeff the Landshark First appeared in West Coast Avengers vol. 3 #6 By Kelley Thompson and Daniele Di Nicuolo (2018) Infinity Comic - It's Jeff! by Kelly Thompson / Gurihiru (2021) Luna Snow First appeared in the video game Marvel Future Fight (2018) Comic book debut in War of the Realms: New Agents of Atlas #1 Atlantis Attacks (2020) Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, January 15, 2025
NEWS: Daredevil Born Again Trailer, Ahsoka Recasting, Marvel Rivals Player Count, and Cynthia Erivo
Daredevil: Born Again trailer dropped this morning! A New Superman trailer is set to premiere at the Puppy Bowl! Could Cynthia Erivo transform her Elphaba role into a chance at Storm? The Houd in Game of Thrones, Rory McCann, is coming to Star Wars: Ashoka to take the helm as Ray Stevenson's Baylan Skoll. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, January 14, 2025
Creature Commandos 105, 106, and 107
The first animated series for James Gunn's DCU has concluded and we've got a lot thoughts. Mainly, why are we still coding disability as monstrous? Is David Zaslav running security in Pokolistan? What's the over-under on at least one student wanting to get freaky with a fish girl? Is Doctor Phosphorus the show's MVP? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Mon, January 13, 2025
Join us for a read through of Daredevil: Born Again
Join us as we revisit the iconic Daredevil: Born Again run by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli in preparation for the upcoming Disney+ show! Join the discussion in the X-Ray Vision Discord: https://discord.gg/2ZadyCMEzY Buy a new copy for your collection. Find one at your local comic shop . Read it on Marvel Unlimited . Borrow a copy from your library via Libby . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 10, 2025
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 7
Jod betrayed us all and courageous Wim has learned nothing. The penultimate episode of Skeleton Crew left us shocked (Jod killed a defenseless man?!) and dismayed (please don't pull an Anakin 2.0, Jod!!). Why is hologram technology so prevalent? Is this the best heel turn in modern television history? How did Jod get on the Onyx Cinder? Star Wars TV, is it getting better? Rosie and Jason ponder these questions and the end of Skeleton Crew season one. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, January 09, 2025
Important Update
Hi listeners, Rosie is here to deliver an important production update related to the fires currently impacting LA. This has caused some delays with our recording schedule, we will be back Friday with Jason & Rosie to cover the next episode of Skeleton Crew. If you live in LA and are on the path of fires, please stay safe and be prepared! We recommend the Watch Duty app to remain informed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, January 08, 2025
NEWS: Jason Mamoa as Lobo, IGN's Top 2025 Comics, and the Impact of the Golden Globes
In Previously On... Rosie and Jason cover the week's biggest news including the relevance of the Golden Globes, IGN's most anticipated comic books of 2025, the Jason Mamoa DC Casting Rumors, and the new phase of Marvel's Rivals - Eternal Night. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, January 07, 2025
2025 Look Ahead
The new year is in full swing, and now that the dust has settled on the ball drop, Jason and Rosie take us through the most anticipated Movie, TV and, Video Game releases of 2025 and break it down month by month. Could 2025 be the year of Superman? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, January 06, 2025
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 6
If KB has zero friends, we're dead. Jason and Rosie discuss episode 106, Zero Friends Again, directed by Bryce Dallas Howard. Ships are shedding skins like snakes, and giant crabs are luring children to imminent death! Join us as we regale in Jod Na Nawood's jaunty pirate song, worry over Neel's mountain climbing skills, and wonder when Wim's big moment will arrive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, January 02, 2025
What If... Any of this mattered? And Creature Commandos!
Marvel's What If debuted its season 3 over the holidays. Jason and Rosie have some notes. How much interfering is a watcher allowed to do? They're quickly recapping the season and then dissecting what works and what isn't landing. Why all the happy endings? Then, is anyone else shocked at how good Creature Commandos is getting? We have some thoughts on that, too. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, December 31, 2024
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 5
We challenge you for the right to captain this pod! Jason and Rosie recap Skeleton Crew episode five and theorize what twists are in store. Also, is Jod force sensitive or just using really strong magnets?? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, December 26, 2024
Nosferatu & The very best of Drac
Christmas! Get the fireplace ready, pour the hot cocoa, and prepare to succumb to the darkness. We travel to the Carpathian Mountains with Jason, Rosie, and producer Joelle Monique to visit Count Drac…I mean Orlok? The hosts give us their impressions of the fourth and latest Robert Eggers output, Nosferatu. To wrap things up, they each rate the Eggers Movies. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, December 24, 2024
2024 Round Up: Movies & Oscar Predictions
'Tis the season for yearly round-ups, and our 2024 movie round-up is here. Today Rosie and Jason are joined by producers Joelle and Carmen to discuss this year in Cinema! We’re talking about our favorites, what we would like to see win at the Oscars, and analyzing the trends of this year's movies. And in the end, we all discuss which 3 movies we think will have a lasting impact for the next 10 years. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 20, 2024
Superman Trailer Reactions
Look up! Call up the Daily Planet, we’ve got breaking news! Jason and Rosie react to the incredible 1st trailer for James Gunn’s upcoming Superman. Then Rosie takes us through DC Comics history to theorize about the inclusions of Kelex, Hawkgirl, and Guy Gardner’s haircut. Plus, Lex Luthor, Metamorpho, and Krypto! Finally, Jason and Rosie give their predictions for the movie. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, December 19, 2024
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 4
This podcast runs on hides and we’re willing to go to war for them! Jason and Rosie recap Skeleton Crew episode four and speculate about the many mysteries at play in this show. Is Jod force sensitive? Who are the parents? Why is Neel the cutiest patootiest? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, December 18, 2024
X-Ray Video Game Recommendations
There were way too many great games this year to play them all, so our X-Ray team is here to suggest a few specific games you should add to your backlog. Jason shares his progress up the Rivals leaderboard, Rosie tells us how to romance a werewolf, Abu breaks down the difficulty of a big action/adventure game, Carmen tells us why “water block” is the best item, Joelle loves getting enemies drunk, Aaron tells you why he DOESN’T recommend a game and much more! Games discussed include: Balatro Marvel Rivals Dragon Age: Veilguard Helldivers 2 Wylde Flowers The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Baldur’s Gate 3 Hades 2 Unpacking Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, December 17, 2024
The Game Awards & 2024 Video Game Wrap-Up
The entire X-Ray team crowds onto the couch for a multiplayer gaming session! Our 2024 video game retrospective starts off with reactions to the Game Awards, including the Arcane vs. Fallout debate. Then we lose our minds over all the trailers, from what has us most excited for Naughty Dog’s newest game, Intergalactic: the Heretic Project, to what concerns Jason has about the surprise FromSoft game, Elden Ring Nightreign. Plus Witcher 4, Borderlands 4, Split Fiction, and Turok???? The team explores the Live Service gaming landscape with the launch of Marvel Rivals, the continued success of Fortnite, and the fall of Destiny (and Concord RIP). Plus stories of the big budget games that pulled people back into gaming, the indie games that blew us away (and prompted some legal actions), and the recently released games that are consuming our end of year game time (happy holidays from Path of Exile 2’s massive skill tree!). Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, December 16, 2024
Xtras: The Northman
To finish out the Robert Eggers series of Xtras, producers Joelle Monique and Carmen Laurent are back today to discuss the 2022 movie The Northman! It’s manly, its wild, its a little bit witchy, but how does it stack up to Egger’s other works? We discuss all of that and more in the episode. Christmas is almost here, and that can only mean one thing: Nosferatu! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, December 12, 2024
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 3
We’re checking back in with our favorite crew of kids, and Jodi…Judi? Crimson Jack? Captain Silva? Is Jod really a Jedi? We can’t decide, but we’re absolutely loving this show and the mystery that is unfolding before our eyes. This show has the secret juice. What could the mystery of At Attin be?! Rosie and Jason share their speculations. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, December 11, 2024
Dune: Prophecy Episode 4
Abu is joined by Jason for a meeting of the Landsraad high council.. They break down episode four of Dune: Prophecy and explore Valya’s scheming with her family as she attempts to win back the Emperor’s confidence and defeat Desmon Hart. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Abu: https://x.com/abu_zafar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, December 10, 2024
Marvel Rivals and Creature Commandos
It’s time to squad up! Jason and Rosie manage to pull themselves away from Marvel Rivals to discuss their impressions of Marvel’s new hit free-to-play game. They share what’s been the most fun and what they hope to see in the future for Marvel Rivals. Then we dive into James Gunn’s new animated series for the DC Universe, Creature Commandos! We recap the first two episodes and ask the big important question we’ve all been thinking: what does Amanda Waller do all day? Plus, a history of the Creature Commandos in comics! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, December 09, 2024
Xtras: The Lighthouse
Next up in our Robert Eggers series of Xtras is the 2019 movie The Lighthouse. This cosmic horror is centered around themes of toxic masculinity and power dynamics! Producers Joelle Monique and Carmen Laurent recap and discuss the movie's meaning and Eggers' choices in creating it! Are you a man who likes horror movies? We wanna know! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, December 05, 2024
They Had It Coming!
We’ve still got Gladiator on the brain here with the X-Ray Vision team! Jason and Rosie are welcoming the Xtras Team Joelle Monique, Carmen Laurent and Aaron Kaufman to discuss the most deserved brutal character deaths from film & TV, and in the end we all share which characters we WISH would get their comeuppance, but have yet to see their fateful ends. Who gets their big thumbs DOWN? Listen and find out! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, December 04, 2024
Dune: Prophecy Episode 3
Abu is joined by Jason and Rosie for a bull hunting trip. They break down episode three of Dune: Prophecy and explore the questionable storytelling choices of this series so far. Don’t worry, no hosts were poisoned in the making of this podcast. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Abu: https://x.com/abu_zafar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, December 03, 2024
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episodes 1 and 2
Why has nobody ever heard of At Attin? What exactly is “the Barrier?” And will Neel ever build up the courage to speak with Roona? Jason is here to break down this refreshing take on the Star Wars universe, and Joelle and Aaron ride up on their speeder bikes to share their predictions and reactions. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, December 02, 2024
Xtras: The VVitch
Kicking off a new series of extras in anticipation of the new Robert Eggers film “Nosferatu”, producers Carmen Laurent and Joelle Monique will be covering the Eggers filmography! We start this week with his first feature film “The VVitch” we start with a brief recap of the movie, and we dive into the interesting choices Robert Eggers makes as a director. And we ask, is this a “Good for her!” film? Live Deliciously! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, November 28, 2024
The Best Thanksgiving Movies
Jason and Rosie are joined by Joelle to share their definitive list of the best Thanksgiving movies ever, from comedies to dramas to indigenous films and more! They also debate what exactly makes a good Thanksgiving movie. Is it just vibes? Is it the autumn season? Does the holiday have to play a central role? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, November 27, 2024
Dune: Prophecy Episode 2 with Haitch and Jason from Escape Hatch
Abu is joined by fellow Dune nerds Haitch and Jason from Escape Hatch to break down the second episode of Dune: Prophecy on HBO! Check out https://escapehatchpod.com and follow Haitch and Jason on Instagram. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, November 26, 2024
Arcane Series Finale
Always with you, sis. Jason and Rosie react to the beautiful finale of Arcane. From the battlefield to the dance floor, there was a LOT that happened in these final three episodes, and our hosts share their read on the show, insights from the creators, and what parts hit us the hardest. Our Xtras hosts Aaron, Abu, and Joelle join to talk about the pacing, which storylines we expect to continue in the future, the MANY many easter eggs placed along the way, which character left Jason wanting more, and of course, the jail scene. To close out our coverage of Arcane, everyone picks which character they would choose to main if we were jumping into a match of League of Legends after watching Arcane. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, November 22, 2024
Gladiator II: ARE WE NOT ENTERTAINED?!
GET OUT OF MY HOUSE! The XRV team has seen Gladiator II, and they were in fact entertained. Join us today as Jason and Rosie recap the film. They invite producer Joelle Monique to review the movie together and discuss how it could have been even better. Then to wrap it all up, the panel of hosts asks when was the last truly great Ridley Scott film released? They take us through a ranking of all of his films of the 21st century. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, November 21, 2024
Swords & Sandals
Are you not entertained!? Well, whether you are or aren’t entertained, Rosie and Jason are here to recommend their favorite underrated movies and shows of the “Swords & Sandals” genre to watch after Gladiator and in preparation for Gladiator II. The recommendations: Spartacus The 13th Warrior Rome (HBO series) A Knight's Tale Kingdom Of Heaven (Directors cut) Immortals Honorable mentions in this episode: Quo Vadis Ulysses Ben-Hur Troy 300 Clash of the Titans The Eagle Fall of The Roman Empire Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, November 20, 2024
Xtras: Dune Prophecy Episode 1
Jason and Rosie are joined by Abu to break down the first episode of HBO’s Dune: Prophecy. They discuss the question of timeline, the complex politics at play, and the clunky exposition of this episode. Then, Abu reveals the deep-cut lore references and easter eggs you might’ve missed. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, November 19, 2024
Arcane Season 2 Act 2
What a difference an Act makes! Jason and Rosie react to episodes 4, 5, and 6 of Arcane Season 2, and it feels like every critique we had for the previous three episodes have been directly addressed this time around. We get a better view of the everyday citizens of Zaun, explore the growing relationship between Vi and Jinx, and get a newly introduced VERY important character! Plus, Aaron steps in to share his favorite updated hairstyles. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, November 18, 2024
Gladiator Rewatch
In preparation for the upcoming Gladiator 2, Jason and Rosie enter the Coliseum to revisit Gladiator. They discuss what makes Commodus such a great villain, the creative and brutal violence, and why this film stands among the best films of 2000. Then in the Omnibus, Jason cracks open the history books to share some Rome Facts. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, November 14, 2024
The Future of the DC Universe
With the Penguin’s top hat still casting a shadow and the debut of Creature Commandos just weeks away, Jason and Rosie break down the future of James Gunn’s DC Universe. How does Matt Reeves’ Batman universe fit into everything? What kind of stories do we expect from HBO’s Lanterns? What are we looking forward to from David Corenswet’s Superman? Plus, in Previously On, a deep dive into the three new trailers for that OTHER cinematic universe, with What If, Captain America, and Thunderbolts*! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, November 12, 2024
Arcane Season 2 Act 1
Start up your chainsaws, spin the slot machine on your newly made arm, and dive deep into Zaun with us! Jason and Rosie harness the Arcane to recap the first three episodes of Arcane Season 2. They’re joined by Aaron to discuss the show’s confusing pacing, the introduction of new characters, and the production woes behind the scenes of this second season. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, November 11, 2024
The Penguin 108: Season Finale with Rhenzy Feliz
It’s time for Oz’s last dance! Jason and Rosie are here to break down the season finale of The Penguin. Then Joelle and Carmen chat with Rhenzy Feliz about the finale and where this leaves Victor. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, November 07, 2024
The Cozy Content We Love Revisiting During a Stressful Week
For no particular reason, Rosie and Jason have been craving their favorite cozy content this week. In this episode, they’re joined by Aaron and Abu to share their recommendations of the coziest movies, TV shows, books, and video games they love. You know, just in case you also need something comforting for no particular reason this week. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, November 06, 2024
Xtras: Arcane Episodes 108 and 109 with Rosie Knight
Abu and Aaron are joined by Rosie to complete their rewatch and recap of Arcane Season 1, just in time for Season 2! Jason and Rosie will be covering the new season on the main show next week, so stay tuned. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, November 04, 2024
The Penguin 107: Gigante Cojones
Mamma Mia! We’re back in Crowne Point to talk The Penguin, and let's just say things aren’t looking too good for anyone who finds themselves in the vicinity of ol Ozzy Cobb or Sophia Gigante as they duke it out. What will happen in the season finale!? We’ll be here next week to break it all down! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, November 01, 2024
Agatha All Along Finale: Episodes 8 and 9
It’s time to go down The Road one last time, as Jason and Rosie dive deep into the finale for the absolutely incredible Agatha All Along! We spend some more quality time with Rio, walk the final steps of The Road, and witness firsthand formative parts of Agatha’s past. We also discuss where the MCU might go from here, with some bonus discussions of the upcoming Disney+ releases! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, October 31, 2024
Horror of the 90’s and 00’s!
90’s babies rejoice! Today Jason and Rosie are diving into the most influential horror of the 90’s and 00’s. Turn your front porch light off, get some popcorn, and get ready to dig in! Happy Halloween! Movies mentioned: The Ring Battle Royale Ju-on: The Curse franchise Tale of Two Sisters Blair Witch Project Audition Scream Saw franchise 28 Days Later Dawn of the Dead Shaun of the Dead Bride of Chucky Halloween H2O Funny Games The Strangers The Collector Benny’s Video Pulse Cube Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, October 30, 2024
Xtras: Arcane Ep 106 and 107
Our Xtras crew dives deep into the undercity as Cailyn helps Violet recover from her injuries (along with a touching connection to her past), while topside Jayce pulls the rug out from under his former teacher. Plus Viktor takes a risk in his study of Hextech, and the Firelights finally reveal themselves. Aaron and Abu break down their favorite scenes, from Jayce’s crossfit Forge workouts to the stunningly artistic face off on the bridge! Arcane returns with Season 2 on November 9th on Netflix Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, October 29, 2024
Comic-Con News and Agatha All Along Episode 7
DEATH! Jason and Rosie discuss the big news from last week like the return of Vertigo, the Blade movie going on indefinite hiatus, and LeBron James’ incredible gorilla marketing with James Gunn. Then, they recap one of the best episodes of Disney+ television EVER, Agatha All Along episode seven. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, October 28, 2024
The Penguin 106: The Beer Summit!
Step right up and join us as we continue to follow Oz and Sophia's race to the bottom! Episode 6 “Gold Summit” brings the heat when Sophia finally uncovers what Oz truly values, momma! Our boy Vic makes some regretful choices, and Oz said “let there be light!” in Crowne Point. Be sure to keep count of how many times Jason and Rosie say “Machiavellian”, there will be a quiz next week. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, October 24, 2024
Was 1984 the Greatest Year for Horror?
A Nightmare on Elm Street, Gremlins, Firestarter, Children of the Corn, CHUD…was 1984 the greatest year in the history of horror films? Heat up some popcorn and join Jason and Rosie on the couch as they explore these movies (and more) and whether or not 1984 was even the best year of horror in the 80’s! They each give their favorite horror movies of 1984, and then they share their personal favorite year of the 80’s for horror movies. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Movies Discussed This Episode Include: A Nightmare on Elm Street Gremlins Children of the Corn The Company of Wolves Dreamscape Firestarter CHUD Angel Heart Hellraiser The Lost Boys A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors Evil Dead 2 Prince of Darkness Monster Squad Dolls Street Trash Bad Taste Near Dark Day of the Dead Fright Night Underground The Stuff The Reanimator Lifeforce Silver Bullet A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge Vampire Hunter D Return to Oz Legend The Black Cauldron Clue Night of the Comet Little Shop of Horrors The Fog Possession Killer Klowns from Outer Space Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer The Howling Cat’s Eye Videodrome Creepshow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, October 23, 2024
Xtras: Arcane Ep 104 and 105
Happy Progress Day to all who celebrate! Abu and Aaron are back to recap episodes 4 and 5 of Arcane Season 1, and today we’re joined by Joelle Monique! And with three hosts, these episodes bring about some serious divisions! What do we think of the new Jinx? Is Jayce a hottie? And what constitutes early Britney Spears? All this and more in our Arcane Episode 4 and 5 rewatch! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, October 22, 2024
Agatha All Along Episode 6
We can hear your thoughts and we know you want to listen to this episode! Jason and Rosie attend a bar mitzvah and recap episode 6 of Agatha All Along. Then they’re joined by Joelle and Aaron to break down the concept of familiars and speculate on who might actually be a familiar! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, October 21, 2024
The Penguin Episode 5 with Costume Designer Helen Huang
This is the Gigante podcast now! Jason and Rosie curl up in bed with their moms to recap episode 5 of The Penguin. Then they’re joined by costume designer Helen Huang to break down the incredible fits in this show. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, October 18, 2024
Starter Horror! And Why Horror? (w/ Insha Fitzpatrick)
Hello, all you ghouls and goblins! Are you wanting to get into spooky season this month, but still trying to figure out where to start? Not a fan of movies that make you jump out of your skin and sleep with the lights on? Are you still trying to figure out why everyone else seems to be so into scaring the pants off themselves? Or maybe you’re ready to take the scares to the next level? X-Ray Vision has the solution for you! In this episode, we will be answering all of those questions and MORE. We’re joined by the amazing horror/supernatural author Insha Fitzpatrick to break it all down. Starter Horror: Child’s Play Texas Chainsaw Massacre (if you’re bold) Return to Oz (kid friendly) The Wiz (kid friendly) Rosemary’s Baby The Exorcist 13 Ghosts Rope Psycho House on Haunted Hill The Haunting (1999) Jurassic Park (kid friendly) The Shadow (1994) Starship Troopers Nightmare Before Christmas (kid friendly) Nosferatu (1922) Dead Silence Cube Drag Me to Hell Candyman Spooky good reads: The Yellow Wallpaper Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark The Haunting of Hill House Carrie Pet Semetary Who Goes There? Invasion of the Body Snatchers The Stepford Wives Whos who: Barbarian The Decent Death Game Cuckoo The First Omen Possession Midnight Mass Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, October 17, 2024
Interview with the Vampire: The Movies!
Velcom to our pod… We’ve been… Expecting you. On today’s episode, we are sinking our fangs into Interview with the Vampire AGAIN! This time the gals Rosie and Joelle are gushing over the films, our favorite 90’s and early 00’s vampire movies “Interview with the Vampire” (1994) and “Queen of the Damned” (2002). First up in Previously On, Why do we love vampires so much? And in Who’s Who, our favorite vampire movies of ALL TIME. We’re breaking it all down, won’t you invite us in to join you? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, October 16, 2024
Xtras: Arcane Episodes 101, 102, and 103
It’s Happy Hour at the Last Drop, so pull up a chair and join us for a rewatch/recap of Arcane season 1! Abu and Aaron are kicking things off with episodes 1, 2, and 3, with deep and meaningful conversations about soda, bridges, and why Piltover has no lights. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, October 15, 2024
Agatha All Along Episode 5
Out of the recording studio and into the slumber party! But this isn’t your typical 80’s slumber party, this one has pursuers, possessions, and…powers? Eat your heart out, John Hughes! We’ve got some major reveals and Jason and Rosie dive into a few of their theories as the mud settles on Agatha and co. In the previously on Jason and Rosie chat Green Lantern casting announcements from James Gunn to help us all take our minds off Joker: Folie A Deux, Uzamaki literally on an animation downward spiral after the amazing episode one, and Voltron on Amazon Prime video announcement. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, October 14, 2024
The Penguin 104: Welcome to Arkham Asylum
It’s a Sophia episode, baby! The Penguin, episode 4, “Cent'anni,” takes us back in time. We learn about the beginning of Sophia and Oz’s relationship, where it all went wrong, and how she was made to spend 10 years in the notorious Arkham Asylum. Revenge is a dish best served cold! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, October 10, 2024
What Went Wrong With Joker, Plus Rings of Power Mailbag and Producer Gennifer Hutchison
Why did the musical courtroom drama comic book movie follow up to a billion dollar film bomb at the box office? Jason and Rosie discuss the recent reporting on what went wrong with Joker: Folie à Deux! Then they answer your burning questions about The Rings of Power Season 2 before chatting with producer and writer of the show Gennifer Hutchison. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, October 09, 2024
Xtras: Joker: Folie à Deux
Is this a comic book movie? Is this a musical? Is it a courtroom drama? Who cares, it’s the very first episode of X-Ray Vision Xtras! We’re bringing you a brand new episode every week, and today we have Jason, Rosie, and Joelle on to talk through Todd Phillips’ anticipated sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux! Tune in to more episodes of Xtras every Wednesday, featuring more of the coverage you love from X-Ray Vision! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, October 08, 2024
Agatha All Along Episode 4 & The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Get the witchy band back together because Jason and Rosie are recapping the fourth episode of the excellent Agatha All Along. Then Rosie is joined by Aaron to nerd out about the incredible new entry in the Zelda franchise. This one finally lets you play as the titular princess herself! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, October 07, 2024
The Penguin 103 with Rhenzy Feliz aka Victor!
We’re back in Gotham to cover episode 3 of The Penguin “Bliss”. We learn about the new drug on the streets and more about Vic’s backstory, plus stick around! We’ve got an interview with Rhenzy Feliz who masterfully portrays Vic. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, October 04, 2024
The Rings of Power 208 & Agatha All Along 103
Come to Numenor with us, the podcasts are incredible! Jason and Rosie invade Eregion to recap The Rings of Power Season 2 finale. Then they head to the courtroom to recap the incredibly fun third episode of Agatha All Along. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, October 03, 2024
Uzamaki: Spiraling out of control!
Don't you feel like something strange has been happening lately? Spirals are following us everywhere we go as Rosie is joined by producer Joelle to discuss the new Uzamaki mini-series on Adult Swim! It's cosmic and creepy, and we love it. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, October 01, 2024
The Penguin 102
Put on those old records and get ready to slow dance with Momma! Jason and Rosie are back to discuss episode 2 of The Sopranos…I mean The Penguin! But first in the previously on, they discuss Lady Gaga’s new companion album to “Joker: Folie A Deux” titled “Harlequin”. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 27, 2024
The Rings of Power 207 & Interview with Ismael Cruz Cordova (aka Arondir)
They kissed! Jason and Rosie return to Middle Earth to recap The Rings of Power Season 2 Episode 7. Then they’re joined by Ismael Cruz Cordova, who plays Arondir, to chat about Elf fashion, pricey horseback riding lessons, and why Theo isn’t that bad! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, September 26, 2024
Time Capsule: Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
You have to battle our 7 evil podcast exes to listen to this episode! Jason and Rosie jump into the time capsule to revisit one of the best adaptations of 2023, Netflix’s Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. In the Omnibus, Rosie digs into what makes this particular adaptation of a beloved comic so different and so special. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, September 24, 2024
Netflix Animation!
We’re almost done with Animation Month over here at X-Ray Vision, and on today’s episode, we are celebrating our Netflix animation faves. Jason and Rosie invite producers Joelle and Carmen on for a round table discussion of their favorites in Netflix animation, Jason discusses Terminator Zero, Rosie discusses Scott Pilgrim (time capsule coming later this week!), Joelle discusses Arcane season one as we await the much anticipated sophomore season, and Carmen discusses Sailor Moon Cosmos! In the who's who, everyone gives their 60 second elevator pitch for an underrated Netflix animated show everyone should know about! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, September 23, 2024
The Penguin 101 - Ozzy Capicola!
Eyyy! Bring that Gabagool over here! It’s time to sit down with Jason and Rosie as they spill the beans on what ol’ Ozzy Cobb’s got cooking in episode one of The Penguin! Stick around for the Comics Corner, where Rosie tells us where we are in the Batman comics and if its based on the Batman comics at all! Fuggitaboutit! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 20, 2024
The Rings of Power 206
War is coming and the price of mithril is about to skyrocket! Jason and Rosie return to Middle Earth to recap The Rings of Power Season 2 Episode 6. They discuss Durin’s troubling obsession with gold, the messy trial of Elendil, and Sauron’s true superpower of gaslighting. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, September 19, 2024
Agnes of Easttown (Agatha All Along 101 & 102)
We’re back in Westview, listeners! Jason and Rosie are recapping episodes one and two of our new favorite sPo00o0ky Halloween show, Agatha All Along! And don’t worry—we know it's been a while since everyone saw “Wandavision.” Rosie will give us a speedy recap of where we left off with Agatha Harkness’s story in the previously on. So get your cloaks, broomsticks, and cauldrons—it’s time for some witchy fun! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, September 17, 2024
Time Capsule: Shōgun
TAKE US TO OUR SHIP AND TO OUR PODCAST HOSTS! Jason and Rosie hop into the Time Capsule to revisit FX’s Shōgun, which just won a record-breaking 18 Emmys! They recap the incredible first season, and then Jason unpacks the history of the author and previous adaptations. Finally, they wrap up by sharing their favorite samurai movies. This episode was pre-recorded in May 2024. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 13, 2024
The Rings of Power 205
We saw a vision of you listening to this podcast! Jason and Rosie fire up Celebrimbor’s forge and recap The Rings of Power Season 2 Episode 5. They discuss Sauron/Annatar’s wily tricks, Durin’s new business plan, and Celebrimbor’s realization that he’s in bigggg trouble. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, September 12, 2024
Miyazaki and the Boy and the Heron: Do You Have To Suffer To Make Great Art?
Jason and Rosie dive into the fantastical imagination of the legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, starting with a recap of The Boy and the Heron, followed by a discussion about the accompanying documentary Miyazaki and the Heron, and wrapping up with their top three picks for Studio Ghibli movies. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, September 10, 2024
George’s Blog, Star Wars Outlaws, and Marvel Rivals!
Crack open the Mountain Dew: Code Red. We’re back with another gaming episode! In the previously on, we’re talking news news news in the world of gaming, blogs that are not blogs, and box office numbers. In the airlock, we are discussing the lackluster Star Wars Outlaws, and the MUCH anticipated Marvel Rivals with our super producer Aaron Kaufman who was lucky enough to play the last 45 mins of the beta! He tells us all about that glorious 45 minutes he got to spend with the game. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 06, 2024
The Rings of Power 204
Cook up some delicious crawfish and join Jason and Rosie for a recap of The Rings of Power Season 2 Episodes 4. They discuss the crackling romantic energy throughout the episode, whether anyone would survive a punch from an Entwife, and why you shouldn’t trust a ring for directions. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, September 05, 2024
Our Top 5 Batman: The Animated Series Episodes
We’re kicking off animation month with an X-Ray Vision favorite, Batman: The Animated Series. Jason and Rosie give us their top five episodes, and in the backmatter stick around for a Q&A with Marc Bernardin about the legacy and lasting impact of this beloved series. Follow Marc Bernardin @marcbernardin Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, September 03, 2024
The Rings of Power 202 & 203
Despite its impregnable defenses, Jason and Rosie walk right into Eregion to recap The Rings of Power Season 2 Episodes 2 and 3. They discuss the confounding number of unnamed characters this season, King Gil’s concerning new obsession, and the turmoil in Khazad-dûm. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 30, 2024
The Rings of Power 201 & Interview with Director Charlotte Brändström
Don’t get beguiled by other podcasts! Jason and Rosie turn into black goop and recap Season 2 Episode 1 of The Rings of Power before sitting down with Executive Producing Director Charlotte Brändström to chat about what to expect this season. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, August 29, 2024
Batman: The Caped Crusader (Episodes 5-10) with Marc Bernardin
Night falls once again upon Gotham! Join us as we dive into the second half of Amazon’s Batman: The Caped Crusader. We’ve got ghosts! We’ve got corrupt cops! We’ve got missing children! But best of all, we’ve got the legend Marc Bernardin (writer for Caped Crusader, Eyes of Wakanda, and more) to join us as we navigate the supernatural, the original take on Harley Quinn, and the season’s Harvey Dent storyline. Plus, Jason and Rosie saw the Crow! And they have a couple thoughts! Follow Marc Bernardin @marcbernardin Support Marc's Kickstarter! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, August 27, 2024
We're Taking You Back to Mordor with The Rings of Power Season 1 Recap
In preparation for the upcoming new season, Jason and Rosie revisit Middle Earth and Númenor to recap every episode of The Rings of Power season one, from Galadriel’s blunders with Halbrand to Theo’s blunders with…well, everything. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, August 26, 2024
Our farewell to The Umbrella Academy & Interview w/ David Castañeda
The final season of Umbrella Academy, the Netflix original, is here. Rosie and Joelle bid farwell to this beloved series, featuring an interview with one of the stars of the show, David Castañeda! Stick around after the interview for a Backmatter of recommendations that will help fill the umbrella shaped hole in our hearts, left after the finale of this series. Follow Joelle on Instagram Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 23, 2024
Godzilla: Monster Island Summer Camp
Rosie’s latest comic is out now! In this special episode, Jason interviews Rosie and comics illustrator Oliver Ono about their new graphic novel Godzilla: Monster Island Summer Camp. They discuss the inspirations for the story, how Oliver balanced the original look of the monsters while also making them cute, and their favorite outfits in the comic. Buy Godzilla: Monster Island Summer Camp online or at your local comic shop! Follow Oliver Ono: https://x.com/OliverOno Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, August 22, 2024
Alien: Romulus Reactions & Interview with Aileen Wu
In this episode, Jason and Rosie give us their reactions and thoughts on the HIT summer blockbuster Alien: Romulus . They discuss what they loved, what they wanted more of, and what they’d like to see in the next installment of this beloved spooky space franchise. THEN stick around for an interview with the LOVELY Aileen Wu, who plays Navarro in the film. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, August 20, 2024
Interview with Blue Eye Samurai Creators Amber Noizumi and Michael Green
It’s a podcast of revenge and anger! Jason and Rosie chat with the creators of Blue Eye Samurai, Amber Noizumo and Michael Green, about telling an authentic story of a mixed-race character, the challenges of overcoming bias about animated shows, and why good TV takes time to make. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 16, 2024
Interview With the Vampire (and Interview with Sam Reid)
Close the curtains and get out your fangs, we've got ourselves a special mega episode! Rosie is joined by producer Joelle Monique to GUSH over the 'Interview With the Vampire' series on AMC+ (coming to Netflix on August 19th!). Then, Rosie and Joelle have their own interview with a vampire, Mr. Lestat de Lioncourt himself, Sam Reid! Sam shares stories with the cast, what he's looking forward to in the new season, and when he got his first TASTE of Anne Rice's classic series. And if you're still CRAVING more, stick around after the credits to hear Rosie and Joelle’s reactions on all of the latest Interview With the Vampire news out of SDCC, including a lyrical breakdown of the newly released song, "Long Face!" VAMPIRES!!!!! Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow Joelle on Instagram Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, August 15, 2024
Checking in with the Alien: Romulus HYPE
Rosie and Jason are covering all the latest news out of D23. Then Jason is joined by producer Joelle Monique to talk about what they hope for the newest installment of this franchise before they dive into all of the HYPE that surrounds Alien: Romulus. Multiple trailers, teasers, behind the scenes footage, director interviews, popcorn buckets! If you don’t know that Alien: Romulus comes out in theaters this weekend, well you may just be living under a rock. We cap it all off with their box office predictions. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, August 14, 2024
How Alien Got Made and the Man in the Xenomorph Suit
Rosie is joined by Carmen to look back on the origins of the first Alien movie, from its connection to a failed Dune adaptation to its first iteration as Dan O’Bannon’s spec script called Memory. Then, Rosie sits down with 2x Eisner Award-winning comics writer James F. Wright to talk about Bolaji Badejo, the man in the xenomorph suit. Follow James: https://x.com/chuckspear Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, August 13, 2024
Recapping Every Alien Movie
Don’t have time to watch every Alien film in preparation for Alien: Romulus? Not to worry! Jason and Rosie recap every Alien movie in the franchise in fictional chronological order, from the numerous crossovers with Predator to the Ripley/Xenomorph clone in Alien Resurrection. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, August 12, 2024
Alien Comics Omnibus
Did you know Superman faced off against the Xenomorphs? Rosie is joined by producer princesses Carmen and Joelle to break down the surprisingly robust history of the Aliens comics universe. From the early days of direct adaptations by Archie Goodwin and Walt Simonson to the weirdest crossovers with the likes of Archie and Judge Dredd, the Aliens lore runs deeeeeep. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 09, 2024
Batman: The Caped Crusader (Episodes 1-4)
Welcome to Gotham! Jason is joined by actress and writer Dani Fernandez (@msdanifernandez) to break down the first 4 episodes of Batman: The Caped Crusader on Amazon Prime Video. Blending some classic Batman elements (flashbacks to Crime Alley, Batman fighting cops, Batman hates therapy) with new interpretations of classic Batman characters like the Penguin and Catwoman, the show has already jumped to the top of the Amazon Prime Video charts. Jason and Dani break down the big questions of the first half; How long has this Batman been fighting crime? How does nobody notice the Penguin installed a mortar on a boat? How much do we think rent in Gotham costs? Follow Dani Fernandez @msdanifernandez Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, August 08, 2024
Goosebumps Author R.L. Stine Interview
Say cheese, and pod! Jason and Rosie chat with R.L. Stine, the legendary author of Goosebumps, about his latest book Shark Night , why he doesn’t read horror stories, the first thing that ever scared him, and what makes a good twist. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, August 06, 2024
House of the Dragon Ep 208: It’s Too Late to Apologize, It’s Too Lateeeeee!
Greetings residents of Westeros! The season finale of House of the Dragon is here! Join Jason and Rosie for this extra special MAXI-length episode of X-Ray Vision. In the airlock we're recapping and breaking down the events of the season finale, then we speak with director Geeta Vasant Patel about her approach to bringing this episode to life, and to round it all off we are having our final check-in with the scorecard for this season. What events will season 3 bring? Just two more years and we'll know! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 02, 2024
Time Capsule: Loki Season 2
Step into the Time Capsule (not approved by the TVA) with Jason and Rosie to recap Loki season 2 in celebration of Deadpool & Wolverine having a fantastic opening weekend at the box office! Stick around to hear them chat about where this takes us to next in the storyline of the on-going Marvel Cinematic Universe, and a “Like that, read this!” segment where Rosie and Jason give you their comic book reading recs to follow up with this great season of TV! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, August 01, 2024
The Boys Season 4 and San Diego Comic Con News
Jason and Rosie are back with the big trailers and chatter you might have missed at San Diego Comic Con that DIDN’T involve Dr. Doom! Plus, they recap season four of The Boys and give their reactions. How does this season compare to previous seasons? Why is Homelander so nerfed? Where does the show go from here? How could the Deep do that?? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, July 30, 2024
House of the Dragon Ep 207: How To Train Your Dragon
Step right up, ladies and gentlemen of Westeros, and see if you have what it takes to be a legendary Dragon rider! Sure, the last guy who tried it wound up a little crispy, but surely you’ll have better luck! Jason and Rosie return to the seashore, with Rhaenyra and Syraxes confronting Seasmoke and his new rider, Addam. But while we’re excited to get more dragons, not everyone is as excited to see a new face. Plus, we’ve got Young Lord Oscar making a name for himself, Alicent enters her cottage core era, and of course, a whole group of potential new dragon riders! With only one episode to go, we check in on our Team Black vs Team Green scorecard. Does Team Black have what it takes to pull off a stunning come from behind victory? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, July 27, 2024
Deadpool & Wolverine Reactions
(The first 10 minutes of this episode are a spoiler-free discussion of the Deadpool & Wolverine movie, and then it’s time for the massive spoilers! You’ve been warned!) It’s Deadpool and Wolverine time! The jokes! The cameos! The uninhibited violence! Jason and Rosie are here to talk through it all. What worked? What didn’t? How does this change things going forward? Then Jason and Rosie bring in our very own Secret Avengers team, with Joelle, Aaron, Abu, and Carmen chiming in with some of their reactions to the Red Carpet, yellow costume, and everything in between! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, July 26, 2024
Deadpool Comics (ft. Cody Ziglar)
Before he was a star of the big screen, Deadpool made a name for himself in the pages of Marvel comics! We’re joined by current Deadpool writer and best friend of the show, Cody Ziglar! Cody, who’s also written for the Spider-Punk miniseries and TV’s Rick & Morty, Futurama, and She-Hulk, joins us to go through his first memories of Deadpool, what it’s like to write Deadpool, and much more! Follow Zig on Instagram Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, July 25, 2024
Wolverine & the X-Men on the Big Screen
What did you expect, yellow spandex? You can’t prepare for a Wolverine movie without the X-Men, so Jason and Rosie are diving claws first into all 7 X-Men movies and all 3 Wolverine movies! From the highs of Logan and Days of Future Past to the lows of X-Men Apocalypse, we’ve got a lightning quick recap of each movie and then they each rank their five favorites! Spoiler warning: X-Men the Last Stand is not #1 on either of their lists. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, July 24, 2024
Interview with Aaron Stanford (Pyro)
Jason and Rosie chat with Aaron Stanford , who portrayed Pyro in X-2 and will be reprising the role in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine! They discuss the challenges of building an acting career, keeping your cool when working with legends like Sigourney Weaver, and what aspects of Pyro he’ll be bringing back to the screen a decade later. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, July 23, 2024
Deadpool Goes to Hollywood
Time to make chimi-f*#kin-changas! Jason and Rosie revisit the long and tumultuous history of Ryan Reynold’s decade-long journey in bringing the Merc with a Mouth to the silver screen. They cover the film’s many years languishing in development hell, the leaks that helped convince the studio to greenlight the film, and the unprecedented success of the film despite its R-rating. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, July 22, 2024
Our Favorite Deadpool & Wolverine Team Ups (ft. Preeti Chhibber)
Jason and Rosie team up with writer, host, and comics fanatic Preeti Chhibber to share their favorite Deadpool and Wolverine crossovers! Preeti’s Favorites: Uncanny X-Force by Rick Remender Deadpool by Daniel Way Wolverine Annual #1 (1999) Jason’s Favorites: X-Force/Cable: Messiah War Deadpool vs Old Man Logan (2017) Deadpool Team Up #288 with Bessie the Hellcow Rosie’s Favorites: Daniel Way's Deadpool (Steve Dillon / Paco Medina on art) Wolverine Annual (1999) #1 by Marc Andreyko and Walter McDaniel. Wolverine #88 by Larry Hama, Adam Kubert, and Fabio Laguna Spider-Man/Deadpool by Joe Kelly and Ed McGuinness Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, July 22, 2024
House of the Dragon Ep 206: I’m the King Now
Oh my, how the tables have turned. If you’re a major character in House of the Dragon, you probably had a monumental shift in at least one relationship in this episode. Maybe you went from pulling the strings to having your son kick you to the curb? Or maybe your brother, who you were so happy to see, twists the knife to remind you that the kid you didn’t raise is doing great and is super hot? Or maybe you went from trying to advise your petulant son against being too involved to missing the days of his rule because turns out his brother is even worse? And that’s just Alicent! Jason and Rosie are here to break down all the baby dragons, the wild dragons, the dragons who shall not be tamed (or maybe?), and of course, whatever the hell is going on with Daemon and Alice Rivers! Plus, we revisit our scorecard and ask whether or not Team Green is going to find a way to hold onto this lead in the coming weeks. Stay tuned all week for our Deadpool & Wolverine coverage! A brand new episode every day highlighting the film and comics backgrounds and backstories of the stars of Marvel's upcoming summer blockbuster. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, July 19, 2024
Twisters: Live From Universal Studios
Rosie travels all the way to Tornado Country (aka Universal Studios) to preview Twisters with a round robin interview featuring cast members Katy O’Brien (Love Lies Bleeding), Brandon Perea (Nope), and Sasha Lane (Hellboy). Twisters is out now in theaters. Visit Super Yaki for all your Twisters merch! Stay tuned next week for Deadpool & Wolverine week! A brand new episode every single day highlighting the film and comics backgrounds and backstories of the stars of Marvel's upcoming summer blockbuster. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, July 18, 2024
The Acolyte Episode 8: Jedi Council, Assemble!
We’re heading back to Brendok for the conclusion (?) to the story of Mae, Osha, Sol, and Qimir! Jason and Rosie recap the finale of Acolyte Season 1 with the inclusion of a few new faces (and backs of heads) and new paths for some of our main characters. But wait, who’s that creeping out from behind the cave? It’s our X-Ray Vision Jedi Council! Jason and Rosie bring in producers Joelle, Aaaron, and Abu to dig into the highs, the lows, the moments that made us gasp, and where The Acolyte left us wanting more. Then, the crew ranks the live action Star Wars shows. Stay tuned next week for Deadpool & Wolverine week! A brand new episode every single day highlighting the film and comics backgrounds and backstories of the stars of Marvel's upcoming summer blockbuster. Preorder your copy of Rosie's Godzilla: Monster Island Summer Camp (with exclusive signed bookplate): https://thesecretheadquarters.bigcartel.com/product/godzilla-monster-island-summer-camp-signed-bookplate Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, July 16, 2024
House of the Dragon Episode 205: King Aegon the Crispy
Welcome to the aftermath of the Battle of Rook’s Rest! Aegon looks extra crispy, Aemond is in the driver's seat, and town folk in King’s Landing are starving – they can’t survive off moldy oranges and a dragon’s head. Daemon is still being Harrenhalled big time. Find out what Jason & Rosie have to say about it all, plus we have a weekly check-in with the scorecard. Who’s in the lead? Team Green or Team Black? Listen to find out! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, July 11, 2024
The Acolyte Episode 7: The Jedi’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Oh boy! Jason and Rosie are back on Brendok to find out the truth of what went down between the Jedi and the coven of witches in the penultimate episode of The Acolyte season one. Things get messy and questionable as we learn the truth behind Sol’s actions and the mistakes of the Jedi. Plus, how is the show going to tie up so many loose ends in just one more episode? We’ve got some predictions. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, July 09, 2024
House of the Dragon Episode 204: The King of Wishful Thinking
Saddle up your dragon and join us for the Battle of Rook’s Rest! Jason and Rosie are back to explore the battle plans of two similarly fractured war councils. And boy oh boy do we get a lot of dragon action this week! While the Greens and the Blacks might be struggling with familial unrest, we’re united on one front: we still don’t like Criston Cole! Jason and Rosie catch up on the spooky happenings at Harrenhal, and why you should never take a drink from a witch. And in the backmatter we check-in with the scorecard and hear a hot take from Jason! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, July 04, 2024
The Acolyte Episode 6: Seduction of the Sith
We jump right back into the aftermath of the confrontation between the Jedi and the Stranger! Jason and Rosie are here to recap all the important moments, like when Qimir went swimming! So reset your droids to factory settings and buckle up (we know you get nauseous when you travel through hyperspace), as we prepare to FINALLY learn what really happened on Brendok. And in Who’s Who, Jason and Rosie reveal their favorite Sith and weird lightsabers! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, July 02, 2024
House of the Dragon Episode 203: Funny Seeing You Here
Isn’t it nice being back in the Riverlands? Jason and Rosie take a break from all the warfa…oh wait, never mind war is everywhere! This episode has it all; windmills surrounded by dead bodies, leaky castles, and wide open fields that provide absolutely NO cover from dragons! And maybe all this bad real estate is why so many characters are on the move this episode, including the reunion of two of our most important characters. And for our omnibus, Jason breaks down some of the most interesting characters to serve as Hand of the King. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, June 28, 2024
Time Capsule: Dune: Part Two
Lisan al Gaib! Jason and Rosie revisit the biggest movie of the year (so far), Dune: Part Two! So crack open a cold can of worm juice and do your best impression of the Voice as they recap and react to the second installment in Denis Villeneuve’s epic series. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, June 27, 2024
Acolyte Episode 5 & Elden Ring DLC
The mask is off and the lightsabers (and biceps) are out! Jason and Rosie explore the newest DC Comics TV news, from the newly announced Lanterns to the fast approaching Batman: Caped Crusader. Then, it’s time to breakdown the Acolyte Episode 5. We finally get to say hello to the face behind the mask, but we also say goodbye to some of our favorites. They recap the episode from top to bottom and then explore what questions Osha and company are left with in the aftermath. Then, Jason and Rosie are joined by our very own Elden Ring Correspondent, Aaron Kaufman, for a breakdown of the new DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, June 25, 2024
House of the Dragon Episode 202: He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother
Jump right into the chaos of House of the Dragon, Episode 2! The Red Keep is in shambles, but Jason and Rosie are here to talk us through it. Whether you're looking for answers on which [redacted] [redacted] or whether Green or Black is winning the ongoing war, we're here to break it all down with the dedication of Alicent doing weird kinky stuff with Criston Cole when he should be protecting the crown! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, June 20, 2024
The Acolyte Episode 4 & Summer TV Preview
Who’s behind the mask? Jason and Rosie look ahead at all of the exciting summer TV ahead, from the fourth season of Umbrella Academy to the Sauron-focused second season of The Rings of Power. Then they break down the fourth episode of The Acolyte and speculate who the “zipper-face Sith” could be. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, June 18, 2024
House of the Dragon Episode 201: The Boys Are Back in Town
Feed some sheep to your dragons, load up the scorpions, and line up for pony rides, it’s finally here! Jason and Rosie jump into the fully packed first episode of Season 2 of House of the Dragon. From recapping everything that happened from Winterfell to King’s Landing to excavating all the Easter eggs from that brand new opening, like Criston Cole in Alicent's bed we've got all your needs covered! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, June 13, 2024
The Acolyte’s Destiny and The Boys Recap
With the power of two hosts, Jason and Rosie break down the controversial third episode of The Acolyte. They explore the gray morality of both the Witch Coven and Jedi, and theorize what actually went down on Brendok. Then they revisit the first three seasons of The Boys and Gen V in preparation for the new season. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, June 11, 2024
House of the Dragon Season 1 Recap: Burning Down the House (ft. showrunner Ryan Condal)
A civil war is brewing! Jason and Rosie revisit the first season of House of the Dragon and discuss their expectations for season two. Then they chat with House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal about what to expect in the upcoming season. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, June 06, 2024
The Acolyte: Are the Jedi the Bad Guys??
A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy Far, Far Away Jason and Rosie watched the first episodes of the new Disney+ series The Acolyte and this time round they're digging into two epic recaps. From whether the Jedi are cops to who's behind that terrifying new mask they're here to answer all your burning questions and highlight your best theories! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, June 04, 2024
Destiny 2, Venom, and a Video Game Mega Episode
Fire up your consoles, it’s time for a Video Game Mega Episode! Jason and Rosie explore some of the big stories in video games, from new launches like Destiny 2: The Final Shape and Star Wars Hunters, a curious purchase from Nintendo, and the very first Legend of Zelda Lego Set! Then we take a little break from video games to go touch grass and break down the absolutely bonkers trailer for Venom: The Last Dance! Jason and Rosie share their go-to kinds of video games, some of their favorite games of the last year, and revisit some old flames in Stardew Valley. Plus discussions on video game economics and which of their consoles get the most use! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 31, 2024
Echoing Through (the) Time (Capsule)
While X-Ray Vision was on hiatus many listeners reached out dying to hear our takes on all the things we missed, as always we're here to make those dreams come true with a special episode about the MCU limited series Echo! Yep, Jason and Rosie dive deep into the Daredevil-connected series with killer action and vital cameos. From Kingpin and Daredevil to a showdown at a Pow Wow, we're digging into it all right here! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, May 30, 2024
The Marvels is Good Actually
It's time for another Time Capsule where Jason and Rosie revisit something they missed while on hiatus. This time they're heading into the cosmos to talk about the actually very charming and fun MCU entry The Marvels. They'll be digging deep into the film, Easter eggs, that wild post-credits scene, and how much they love Kamala Khan! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, May 28, 2024
Enter the Fun-der Dome!
Start your engines!! It's time for Jason and Rosie to jump into their war rigs and head into the Wasteland to talk Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. From the strange production journey of making the film, to the troubled behind the scenes story of its predecessor Fury Road, all the way to our thoughts on the newest entry into George Miller's wild franchise, we're taking it all on in this week's wild adventure of an episode. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, May 23, 2024
Ask a Godzilla Expert!
Let them fight! In this Time Capsule episode Jason and Rosie dive deep into Hollow Earth to discuss all things Godzilla! Seeing as it's Godzilla's 70th Anniversary, it's no surprise that our favorite kaiju has had a huge year. In this episode we explore everything from the recent Godzilla movie news, Godzilla in upcoming video games, Godzilla in all the TV and movies we missed on hiatus, and Rosie’s upcoming graphic novel, Godzilla: Monster Island Summer Camp! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, May 21, 2024
Fallout
Jason and Rosie emerge from the vault to explore the world of Fallout on Amazon Prime Video. Starting with an adventure into the world of cinematic news in Previously On, the pair explore new trailers for Rings of Power, news about Three Body Problem, and more. And in that Airlock they're heading out of the vault and into a radical recap and discussion of Fallout on Prime Video. Spoiler alert, they're big fans! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 17, 2024
Las Arañas
While X-Ray Vision was on hiatus many listeners reached out dying to hear our takes on all the things we missed, as always we're here to make those dreams come true with a special episode about none other than the Mother of Spiders herself Madame Web! Yes, to celebrate the release of Madame Web on Netflix we have a special spider-episode for you breaking down this wild cinematic experience that all began in the Amazon, with my mother, when she was studying spiders, before she died. So take a chance on Madame Web then listen to this bonus episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, May 16, 2024
"Charles Xavier is a Jerk?"
It's finally arrived, like an asteroid flung through the sky by Magneto, X-Ray Vision is here with special guest x-pert Marvel and DC writer Stephanie Williams to chat about the X-Men '97 Season Finale! In the Previously On Jason and Rosie catch up with all that good X-Men and Marvel news including new release dates and new comics series. Then we're stepping into the Airlock to break down that wild finale with Stephanie Williams, answering all your burning x-questions and chatting our favorite cameos. In the Omnibus, Rosie recommends five must read comics after finishing X-Men '97 which you can read more about in the show notes. And finally in the Who's Who's we're talking the weirdest and worst X-Men antagonists! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow Stephanie Williams IG & Tiktok Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Comics to read after X-Men '97: Giant Size X-Men (1975) From the Ashes (1981) Inferno (1989) Fatal Attractions (1993) E is For Extinction (2001) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, May 14, 2024
Front Page of the Daily Planet
Holy Kryptonian, Hottie! In this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason and Rosie catch up on all the DC trailers and news they've missed in a supersized Previously On, including Joker: Folie a Deux - will it be the new Cats? - Frank Grillo joining Peacemaker - how's he stay looking so young?- and that meme-making Superman costume reveal! Then, we step into the airlock with hot Superman expert and My Adventures With Superman co-showrunner Josie Campbell to discuss her career in animation and her upcoming tie-in comic, also called My Adventures with Superman . In Back Matter, we're digging into the live-action vs. animated superhero movie debate, especially when it comes to the DCAU! Then we'll be hyping some of the weirdest DC characters out there in Who's Who! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, May 09, 2024
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Catch Up
In the second of a Star Wars double header, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight have returned to catch up on all the stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away. In Previously On, we're diving into both the Acolyte trailers to talk the Dark Side, the Light, and whether or not we'll see some famous Sith in the new Star Wars series. Then we're jumping into the Time Capsule to chat about Ahsoka and our feelings on the return of Anakin, Ezra, the mastery of Ray Stevenson (RIP) as Baylan Skoll, and how the series might impact upcoming Star Wars feature films! So strap in and enjoy a breezy and brief Star Wars episode! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, May 07, 2024
Star Wars Episode I: May the 4th Be With You
X-Ray Vision is back! Ye, in the first of a Star Wars double header, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight have returned to catch up on all the stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away. We're starting with a lil Coffee Chat catching up about the X-Men, in Previously On, we're celebrating Star Wars Day with all the May 4th news, updates on Star Wars Hunters, and the upcoming Rey spin-off film. In the Airlock, Jason has delved into the Imperial Archives for an epic Bad Batch recap filled with Easter eggs, lore, and more. And in Back Matter, Rosie explains the mysterious origins and legacy of the Star Wars Expanded Universe! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd , Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thu, May 02, 2024
A Nice Pod by the Lake
X-Ray Vision is back! Yes, like Palpatine, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight have returned to talk about all things X-Men at their new home, iHeartMedia! In the Previously On, we dig into that Deadpool & Wolverine trailer from Rob Liefeld's feet — no, really — to the array of Fox mutants we spotted in the trailer and whether or not this will be the film that saves the MCU. In the Airlock, bestselling writer and horror comics legend James Tynion joins us to celebrate Free Comic Book Day, talk about his illustrious career and upcoming sequel to his award-winning DC Comics mind melder, The Nice House by the Lake. In a new segment called Back Matter, we explain the joys of Free Comic Book Day and check in on the students at Xavier's Academy for Gifted — and messy — Youngsters. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd , Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord If you want to join Den of Geek at the X-Files Anniversary Event and documentary screening in LA in NYC you can grab tickets here. And the David Leitch stunt extravaganza, The Fall Guy hits theaters on May 3rd! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trailer · Thu, April 25, 2024
X-Ray Vision Is Back, Baby!
X-Ray Vision has returned! Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are back together to talk about all things pop culture across TV, movies, comics, video games, and more! Every Tuesday and Thursday, Jason and Rosie will dive deeeeeep into the latest news, break down current hits, nerd out about upcoming releases, and introduce you to some underseen gems. They'll also be joined by industry professionals who help craft the stories we love, from your fave TV writers to actors you love and the comics creators on your pull list. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, April 12, 2024
Remember, Remember, the 5th of '97
X-Ray Vision is back (again) baby! Yes, after their shocking return to your feeds to talk X-Men '97, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are treating you to one more special preview episode about that unbelievable 5th episode of X-Men '97 at their new home, iHeartPodcasts before returning twice weekly on May 2! We heard your cries through Cerebro and came back to break down the absolutely wild goings on in X-Men '97 Episode 5 "Remember It". So if you're wondering if [redacted] is actually [redacted] and want to hear more about Scott's shenanigans and Gambit's epic... well, gambit, we've got you covered! PSA: This is a very special episode!! We won't be weekly until May 2 when we'll be back with two episodes every single week! So take your time to mourn your fave X-Man, make sure to hit subscribe, let us know what you wanna hear when we return, and spread the word that XRV is back babyyyy!!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tue, April 09, 2024
X-Men '97 Surprise Drop!
X-Ray Vision is back baby! Yes, after far too long Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are back together to talk about all things X-Men at their new home, iHeartPodcasts! In the Previously On, Jason and Rosie dive into Julia Garner's Silver Surfer casting and a big win for Bob Iger at the Disney shareholders meeting before getting to the real reason we're all here: X-MEN 97!!! Digging deeeep into the first four episodes, Rosie and Jason break their hiatus to nerd out about the incredible return of the fan-fave series, the comics that inspired it, and their favorite weird deep-cut mutants! PSA: This is a very special episode!! We won't be back weekly until May, but until then, enjoy all our X-Men thoughts, make sure to hit subscribe, let us know what you wanna hear when we return, and spread the word that XRV is back babyyyy!!!! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, August 16, 2023
Mailbag! - MCU, Star Wars, Comics & Horror Recs
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight open the mailbag! In the Airlock (1:10) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into your questions, including what fandom they want to explore, consuming content during the strikes, superpower reveals, how watching affects mood, Saw Patrol, and more. Then in Nerd Out (55:45) friend of the pod, and co-host of Escape Hatch (formerly Dune Pod) , Haitch pitches Warrior. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. Rosie’s Horror Books IGN article . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 11, 2023
My Adventures with Superman + Girl Taking Over: A Lois Lane Story's Sarah Kuhn & Arielle Jovellanos
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight rom-com with Clark Kent and Lois Lane! In Previously On (1:37), they discuss a new superhero movie-making satire ordered by struck company HBO plus renewed speculation about a Disney sale to Apple. In the Airlock (7:32) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into Adult Swim’s My Adventures with Superman. In Hive Mind (28:20), X-Ray is thrilled to welcome Sarah Kuhn and Arielle Jovellanos, writer and artist behind DC’s “ Girl Taking Over: A Lois Lane Story .” And in Nerd Out (1:01:46) a listener pitches Nimona. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Rosie’s 1990s boom-bust comics article at IGN . Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, August 09, 2023
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight grab a slice and hit the sewers! In Strike Watch, they discuss some of the latest in Hollywood’s ongoing summer of strikes. In the Airlock (7:40) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into TMNT: Mutant Mayhem. In a return to the Omnibus (25:29), Jason and Rosie explore TMNT’s origins and philosophical implications. Then in Nerd Out (45:05) a listener query about being a fly on the wall. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Rosie’s 1990s boom-bust comics article at IGN . Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 04, 2023
Mailbag! - Skrull Powers, Recommendations, Marvel, and more!
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight open the mailbag! In the Airlock (00:48) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into your questions, including what kind of super skrull powers they’d have, what classic movies have changed their perspective on storytelling this year, animated adaptations of comics, and more. Then in Nerd Out (59:10) a listener question about companion podcasts. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, August 02, 2023
Futurama S11, Invincible: Atom Eve, & Picketing w/ Cody Ziglar
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight talk picketing with Cody Ziglar! In the Previously On (4:13), Jason, Rosie, and Zig discuss the new Loki season 2 trailer. In the Airlock (13:11) they dive deep (deeep) into Zig’s experience working on the new Futurama reboot on Hulu as well as discussing the Atom Eve special episode of Invincible on Amazon Prime. Then in Nerd Out (45:32) a listener question about manga. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Check out The Screen Traveler’s Guide , available for preorder now with writing by Rosie! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, July 28, 2023
Secret Invasion Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are radiated! In the Airlock (1:00) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the finale of Secret Invasion, recapping and discussing where the show went wrong, what the finale has to do with ALF, and what comes next for the MCU. Then in Nerd Out (40:01) a theory about Secret Invasion and She-Hulk. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, July 26, 2023
David S. Goyer Interview + SDCC/Barbenheimer Weekend
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight ! In Strike Watch (1:00) Jason and Rosie give updates and thoughts on the historic double strike from WGA and SAG-AFTRA. In the Previously On (13:43) Jason and Rosie discuss SDCC without studios and why it was fantastic and dive into the box office phenomenon of Barbenheimer. Then in Hive Mind (29:51) X-Ray Vision is thrilled to welcome writer, director, and producer David S. Goyer (The Dark Knight, Foundation, and more) to discuss his career, his inspirations, his writing methods, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:11:55) more fan thoughts on Indiana Jones. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. Guides on how to support Writers and Actors on strike: Washington Post , HuffPost . Variety article explaining what is and isn’t allowed under SAG’s strike rules. Deadline article detailing Execs’ plans to let writers go broke. See <a href="https://omnystudio
Fri, July 21, 2023
Secret Invasion Ep 5
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight look for some Avenger DNA! In the Airlock (1:00) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episode 5 of Secret Invasion, recapping and discussing what they would have liked to have seen more of, Avenger DNA, and more. Then in Nerd Out (40:01) a thought on Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. Guides on how to support Writers and Actors on strike: Washington Post , HuffPost . Variety article explaining what is and isn’t allowed under SAG’s strike rules. Deadline article detailing Execs’ plans to let writers go broke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, July 19, 2023
Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One + MI Franchise w/ Shea Serrano
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight discuss Ethan Hunt’s crushes! First, in Strike Watch (00:49) Jason and Rosie discuss the evolving WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes and standing with unions. In the Previously On (7:20), Shea Serrano joins to recap and discuss the Mission Impossible franchise. Then in the Airlock (1:31:27) Jason, Rosie, and Shea dive deep (deeep) into Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Entertainment Community Fund’s Support Staff Donation page. Guides on how to support Writers and Actors on strike: Washington Post , HuffPost . Variety article explaining what is and isn’t allowed under SAG’s strike rules. Deadline article detailing Execs’ plans to let writers go broke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, July 14, 2023
Secret Invasion Ep 3 & 4 + DC Casting News
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight question Nick Fury’s marriage! In the Previously On (1:09), they discuss the spate of DCU castings for Superman: Legacy. In the Airlock (11:21) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episodes 3 and 4 of Secret Invasion, discussing questionable submarine nuke passwords, Nick Fury’s questionable marriage, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:02:32) a Secret Invasion theory. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, July 12, 2023
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny + The Indy Franchise
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight ready their whips! In the Previously On (1:35), they explore the Indiana Jones franchise, speed-capping the first four films. In the Airlock (6:24) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, discussing the overwhelming plotting, the deaging, and the box office bombing. Then, in Nerd Out (1:10:37) a Secret Invasion theory. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, June 30, 2023
Secret Invasion Ep 2 + Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Writer Danny Homan
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight struggle with the name Rachel Brosnahan! In the Previously On (1:35), they discuss the casting announcement of the DCU’s new Superman, David Corenswet, and Lois Lane, Rachel Brosnahan. In the Airlock (6:24) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episode 2 of Secret Invasion. Then in the Hive Mind (44:18) Jason and Rosie welcome Star Wars Jedi: Survivor lead writer Danny Homan to the podcast to discuss how to write for video games, why increasing the difficulty isn’t the only way to make games interesting, and what some of his proudest Jedi Survivor writing moments were. Finally, in Nerd Out (1:10:37) our first Secret Invasion theory. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . A Plague Tale: Innocence (2019) TowerFall (2013) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, June 28, 2023
Live! The Dark Knight 15th Anniversary w/ Shea Serrano, Joelle Monique & Michael Uslan
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are LIVE in Gotham, otherwise known as the SiriusXM Garage! First up (1:11), Jason and Rosie welcome back Batman franchise executive producer Michael Uslan, who gives the deep background on how the caped crusader ended up on screen. Next (19:14) Jason and Rosie welcome friends of the pod Shea Serrano and Joelle Monique to dive deep (deeep) into Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight, discussing the film’s legacy, their first reactions seeing it, what it was like to rewatch, which Batman villain is smelliest, and more. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, June 23, 2023
Secret Invasion Premiere
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight hang out with Nick Fury! In the Previously On (1:02), they provide context for two recent Marvel controversies: Jack Kirby’s son Neal’s comments on a recent Stan Lee documentary and the use of AI in generating the Secret Invasion opening credits. In the Airlock (31:44) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the premiere of Secret Invasion on Disney+, discussing skrull theories and more. Finally, in Nerd Out (1:11:26) a defense of Coach Ben from the Yellowjackets Season 2 finale. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, June 21, 2023
The Flash + Flashpoint & Secret Invasion Comics
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight head to Central City! In the Previously On (1:11), they provide context for The Flash, in theaters now, discussing the troubled development and Ezra Miller’s legal troubles. In the Airlock (19:14) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into The Flash, discussing the CGI, the cameos, and what worked and what didn’t for them as well where they think the DCU goes next. Then, in a double dose of the Omnibus (58:40) Rosie and Jason first explore Flashpoint, the influential comics basis for The Flash film. Then in a second Omnibus, Jason and Rosie explore Secret Invasion, priming listeners on what to expect from the newly released series in the MCU. Finally, in Nerd Out (1:33:14) a relevant multiverse query. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . Flashpoint (2011) The New 52 (2011) Secret Invasion (2008-09) Secret Invasion (2022-23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, June 09, 2023
Across the Spider-Verse Mailbag + Spider-Man: India w/ Nikesh Shukla
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight’s spidey senses are tingling! In the Airlock (1:04) they answer your arachnophile questions after watching Across the Spider-Verse. Then, in a return of the Omnibus (18:38) Jason explores the world and lore of Spider-Man 2099 in Marvel comics. Then, in the Hive Mind (30:11) Jason and Rosie are joined by Nikesh Shukla, award winning author and writer of the new Spider-Man India comic series to discuss seeing the character brought to life in Across the Spider-Verse, how he collected comics in the 1990s, what he loves about Spidey, and what kind of Spider-Man story he wanted to tell. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . Disco Dancer (1982) Head to https://crooked.com/events/ and scroll down to get tix for X-Ray's live show on June 26! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, June 07, 2023
Yellowjackets S2 Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight eat a massive heart! In the Airlock (1:03) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the season 2 finale of Yellowjackets, pondering the supernatural, the edible, and the ethical. Then in Nerd Out (47:31) a theory from a listener on Moff Gideon’s mustache. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, June 02, 2023
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse w/ Co-Director Kemp Powers
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight web-sling through the Spider-Verse! In the Airlock (1:12), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse the jaw-dropping masterpiece sequel to 2018’s jaw-dropping masterpiece Into the Spider-Verse. In the Hive Mind (28:40) Jason and Rosie are joined by the film’s co-director Kemp Powers, Oscar nominated writer of One Night in Miami and co-writer of Pixar’s Soul , to discuss the Spider-Verse, his favorite comics, the visual splendor of the film, that Knicks joke in Soul , and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:13:13) a pitch from a listener on Marissa Meyer’s YA series The Lunar Chronicles. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . Persepolis (2007) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, May 31, 2023
Succession Series Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight crown a Waystar Royco successor! In the finale of Market Moves (1:18) Jason and Rosie recap and analyze the dramatic conclusion to the Roy family saga in the series finale of HBO’s Succession, including the dysfunctional sibling cycle, being serious people, and failed power plays. Then in Nerd Out (1:25:24) a pitch from a listener on Netflix’s Voltron Legendary Defender. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . The Guardian piece Rosie mentioned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 26, 2023
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor + Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight play Jedi Survivor! In Previously On (1:03) Jason and Rosie discuss a grab bag of Star Wars news, including the tragic death of Ray Stevenson, some light Ahsoka spoilers, and Disney’s recent moves in Florida. In the Airlock (21:14), they dive deep (deeep) into both the video game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2, discussing gameplay, animation, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:15:55) a listener theory for James Mangold’s currently unknown Star Wars movie project. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . Enemy Mine (1985) Star Wars: The Force Unleashed (2008) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, May 24, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 9 + Yellowjackets S2 Ep 8
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight eulogize Logan Roy! In Market Moves (1:13) Jason and Rosie speedcap and analyze the latest in the Roy family saga in Succession season 4 episode 9, including power-ranking eulogies, Shiv’s CEO pitch, and more. Then, there’s more Market Moves as the hosts of Crooked’s sister podcast Offline , Jon Favreau and Max Fisher, join to counteract the pro-capitalist spins from Jason and Rosie and offer their own liberal takes on Succession. In the Airlock (1:11:55), they dive deep (deeep) into Yellowjackets season 2 episode 8, recapping and discussing how the show continues to veer into bleak territory. Then in Nerd Out (1:49:00) a pitch from a listener on the mech masterpiece Pacific Rim. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 19, 2023
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom + GotG's Sean Gunn
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion, Rosie Knight, and Cody Ziglar enter Hyrule! In the Airlock (1:43), they dive deep (deeep) into video games, predominantly Breath of the Wild and the newly released follow-up Tears of the Kingdom, along with what other games they’ve been enjoying. Then, Jason and Zig discuss their experiences with the WGA Writers Strike so far. In the Hive Mind (1:05:34), Guardians of the Galaxy franchise co-star Sean Gunn joins to discuss the end of the trilogy, his working relationship with his brother James, Kraglin’s character development, and more. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . Green Hell (2019) The Wandering Village – developed by Stray Fawn Studio Crusader Kings III (2020 on PC, 2022 on console) Noita (2020) Celeste (2018) Ark (2015) Dead Island 2 (2023) Diablo IV (2023) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, May 17, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 8 + Yellowjackets S2 Ep 7
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight enjoy lemon flavored lacroix! In Market Moves (1:14) Jason and Rosie speedcap and analyze the latest in the Roy family saga in Succession season 4 episode 8, including Roman’s nihilism, Shiv’s missteps, and whether any of the Roy kids are serious people. In the Airlock (53:07), they dive deep (deeep) into Yellowjackets season 2 episode 7, recapping and discussing dreams, past, present, and future. Then in Nerd Out (1:29:21) a Yellowjackets theory. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . David Rasche (aka Karl) gives a red carpet interview talking about the unpredictability of the Succession finale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 12, 2023
Mailbag - MCU, Star Wars, Succession & More!
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight pore through the mailbag! In Previously On (1:56) Jason and Rosie answer listener questions about the MCU. In the Airlock (27:00), they answer even more questions, including Star Wars, what to do with your comics once you read them, Succession, genre fiction and non-IP properties, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:24:46) a Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 theory. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . “ The Galactus Trilogy ” written by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee, penciled by Kirby, inked by Joe Sinnott, letters by Art Simek and Sam Rosen. “ This Man, This Monster! ” by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby Clean Hands by Patrick Hoffman Blood Quantum directed by Jeff Barnaby Trust by Hernan Diaz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, May 10, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 7 + Yellowjackets S2 Ep 5 & 6
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight head to Camp Green Pine! In Market Moves (1:43) Jason and Rosie speedcap and analyze the latest in the Roy family saga in Succession season 4 episode 7. In the Airlock (35:30), they double dip into Yellowjackets season 2, diving deep (deeep) into episode 5 and 6, recapping and discussing Shauna and Callie, Walter and Misty, and many theories. Then in Nerd Out (1:14:06) a Yellowjackets theory. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Consider donating to the Entertainment Community Fund here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 05, 2023
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are Groot! In the Previously On (1:40) Jason and Rosie run through the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, including speed-capping the first two films and the impacts of the characters on the broader MCU. In the Airlock (43:10), they dive deep (deeep) into Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, recapping and discussing the visual splendor, character conclusions, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:25:29) X-Ray Vision celebrates May the Fourth (belatedly) with a listener theory about Star Wars. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! We3 – Released in 2004; written by Grant Morrison and illustrated by Frank Quitely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, May 03, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 5 + 6
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight make deals (or not?)! In a double dose of Market Moves (2:06) Jason and Rosie speedcap and analyze the latest in the Roy family saga in Succession season 4 episode 5. Then there’s more Market Moves (33:08) with Succession season 4 episode 6. Then in Nerd Out (1:14:56) a listener pitches a TV adaptation of Red Dead Redemption 2. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, April 21, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Finale w/ Jason Mantzoukas
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion, Rosie Knight, and Jason Mantzoukas apologize to Axe Woves! In the Airlock (1:45), Jason, Rosie, and Jason dive deep (deeep) into the season 3 finale of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing apologies, the power of puppets, what might come next, and more. Then in the Hive Mind (1:10:42) Jason Mantzoukas sticks around for a classic Comics Corner, including what everyone is reading right now and some favorite Lone Wolf and Cub style comics. Then in Nerd Out (1:26:38) a listener pitches the Star Wars sequels. Note : Imprecise timestamps are a side effect of a new ads system. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & Rosie Recommends Newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Catwoman: Lonely City Tillie Walden Clementine Declan Shalvey’s Old Dog , not The Old Man Girl taking Over Doom patrol by rachel pollack Constantine stuff [ x ] Gunhild The Good Asian Lone Wolf and Cub Wolverine and X-Men [ x ] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, April 19, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 4 + Yellowjackets S2 Ep 4
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight wrangle a dead moose! In Market Moves (1:07) Jason and Rosie speedcap and analyze the latest in the Roy family saga in Succession season 4 episode 4. In the Airlock (35:13), they dive deep (deeep) into season 2 episode 4 of Yellowjackets, recapping and discussing Shauna and Callie, Walter and Misty, and many theories. Then in Nerd Out (1:13:10) they discuss a listener theory from Yellowjackets on Shauna’s baby. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! From Hell (1989-98) – A graphic novel by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell. Jacob’s Ladder (1990) – Psychological horror film directed by Adrian Lyne and written by Bruce Joel Rubin. One of X-Ray’s newest sister podcasts – Ruined with Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer , dedicated to all things horror – just covered the film. Check that episode out here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, April 14, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Ep 7 + Renfield w/ Ben Schwartz
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight fly – not walk! In the Previously On (1:15) Jason and Rosie react to the news from Star Wars Celebration plus the new The Marvels trailer. In the Airlock (26:38), they dive deep (deeep) into season 3 episode 7 of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing flying vs. walking, spies, and more. Then in the Hive Mind (1:06:05) X-Ray Vision is thrilled to welcome actor and comedian Ben Schwartz for a delightful conversation about his latest movie Renfield , getting fit for a film, his favorite comics, and creating new Dracula canon. Then in Nerd Out (1:30:44) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about Mando chapter 22. Note : Imprecise timestamps are a side effect of a new ads system. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & Rosie Recommends Newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Dar-Benn – created by Ron Marz and Ron Lim; first appearance in Silver Surfer #53 . Avengers #346 – written by Bob Harras, pencils by Steve Epting, inks & colors by Tom Palmer, letters by Bill Oakley, edited by Ralph Macchio. The Lost Commanders - season 2 ep 3 of Star Wars Rebels. Is Spider-Man Jewish? He might be → ScreenRant The Moth Keeper recommendation from Rosie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, April 12, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 3 + Yellowjackets S2 Ep 3
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight avoid victoria sponge cake at all costs! In Market Moves (1:05) Jason and Rosie speedcap and analyze the latest in the Roy family saga in Succession season 4 episode 3. In the Airlock (24:55), they dive deep (deeep) into season 2 episode 3 of Yellowjackets, recapping and discussing unreliable narrators and the show’s flummoxing mystery. Then in Nerd Out (59:25) a listener pitches the 2005 film Sky High. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Final Destination (2000-) – A horror franchise created by Jeffrey Reddick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, April 07, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Ep 6 + The Bad Batch S2 Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight play bocce ball with Lizzo! In the Previously On (1:02) Jason and Rosie react to three new trailers: the DCU’s Blue Beetle, Sony’s Across the Spider-Verse, and the MCU’s Secret Invasion. In the Airlock (14:20), they dive deep (deeep) into the two part finale of The Bad Batch season 2 AND season 3 episode 6 of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing clone lives vs. the future of the galaxy in Bad Batch and the politics of the New Republic and more in Mando. Then in Nerd Out (1:06:00) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about parallels between Andor and Mando. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & Rosie Recommends Newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, April 05, 2023
Succession S4 Ep 2 + Yellowjackets S2 Ep 2
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight perform karaoke, no Fancy Dans allowed! In the Previously On (1:16) Jason and Rosie debut Market Moves — speed-capping and analyzing the stocks, bonds, and trades of the Roy family in season 4 episode 2 of HBO’s Succession. In the Airlock (23:44), they dive deep (deeep) into season 2 episode 2 of Yellowjackets, recapping and discussing the possibilities of the supernatural, the blend of horror and mundane, and why you can never Nightmare on Elm Street your way out of sleep. Then in Nerd Out (1:09:13) they discuss our first listener theory on Yellowjackets. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, March 31, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Ep 5
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight take off their helmets! In the Previously On (1:16) Jason and Rosie discuss the recent shake-ups at Disney, the dissolution of Marvel Entertainment, and why this is actually potentially massive news. In the Airlock (9:46), they dive deep (deeep) into season 3 episode 5 of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing The Armorer, the powerful incentive of real estate, and more. Then in Nerd Out (47:45) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about what the series finale of The Mandalorian might look like. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & Rosie Recommends Newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! From a Certain Point of View (2017) – An anthology of 40 short stories, each story told from the perspective of a background character in A New Hope. Memories (1995) – an anthology anime film based on Katsuhiro Otomo ’s manga series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 29, 2023
Yellowjackets S2 Premiere + Scream 6 w/ Co-Writer Guy Busick
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight lend each other their ears! In the Previously On (1:29) Jason and Rosie acknowledge the recent distressing and upsetting news about actor Jonathan Majors and his arrest. In the Airlock (3:31), they dive deep (deeep) into the season 2 premiere of Yellowjackets, recapping and discussing Shauna’s chaos energy, Misty’s rightfulness, and where the season might unfold from here with some Tinfoil Hat™ theories. Next, in The Hive Mind (58:11) Jason and Rosie are joined by Scream V & VI co-writer Guy Busick to discuss writing the iconic horror franchise as a fan, the tricks to writing a great horror film, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:28:16) a listener pitches Becky Chambers’ Monk and Robot series. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! The Ice Storm (1997) – directed by Ang Lee; featured performances by Christina Ricci and Elijah Wood. Old (2021) — directed by M. Night Shyamalan; adapted from the Swiss graphic novel Sandcastle by Pierre Oscar Levy and Frederik Peeters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, March 24, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Ep 4 + Yellowjackets S1 Speed Recap
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight visit the forge, the heart of Mandalorian culture! In the Previously On (1:48) Rosie speed recaps Showtime’s Yellowjackets season one with a sound effects assist from Jason. In the Airlock (9:24), they dive deep (deeep) into season 3 episode 4 of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing Grogu’s training, why the forge is the heart of Mandalorian culture, Mandalorian sexual practices, and more. Then in Nerd Out (40:53) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about where the increasing number of Mandalorians might be coming from. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , & Rosie Recommends Newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Rosie’s IGN Yellowjackets Season 1 Coverage Leia, Princess of Alderaan (2017) – A YA fantasy novel written by Claudia Gray. Shadow and Bone – the Netflix TV series based on a series of books by author Leigh Bardugo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 22, 2023
The Last of Us Video Game Part 3
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight finish playing The Last of Us Part One! In the Previously On (1:13) Jason and Rosie discuss the recent news of Marvel Studios Executive Producer Victoria Alonso’s exit from the company and what that means for the MCU. In the Airlock (11:01), they dive deep (deeep) into the video game The Last of Us Part One – finishing their three part series on the game with a recap and an exploration of Marlene in game versus the show, Joel’s character and choices, and the ethics of the final moments of the game. Then in Nerd Out (56:53) a listener pitches the Netflix series Sense8 . Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , Letterboxd , & newsletter Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Shadow of Colossus – Developed by Japan Studio and Team Ico and published by Sony Computer Animation for the PlayStation 2 in 2005. Check out Rosie’s NEW Substack (aka newsletter) Rosie Recommends ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, March 17, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Ep 3
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight share biscuits! In the Airlock (1:56), they dive deep (deeep) into season 3 episode 3 of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing theories for the season, the Andor quality of the episode, and the politics of the New Republic. Then in Nerd Out (1:03:18) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about raiding the mines of Mandalore for that sweet, sweet beskar. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 15, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us S1 Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight pet a giraffe! In the Airlock (1:12), they dive deep (deeep) into the season one finale of HBO’s The Last of Us, recapping and discussing Marlene’s poor choices, and manipulative leadership. Then in Nerd Out (44:50) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about possibilities for The Last of Us Part 3 game, if one gets made. (Warning this Nerd Out does contain spoilers for The Last of Us Part 2.) Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 15, 2023
BONUS: Everything Everywhere All At Once Oscars Crossover with Keep It
On this special BONUS episode of X-Ray Vision & Keep It, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight fight with fanny packs as they discuss the recent stunning Oscars sweep by Everything Everywhere All At Once! First up, in the Previously On (1:26), they discuss the Oscars sweep, why EEAAO appealed to them and to audiences, the Angela Bassett snub, and more. In the Airlock (11:26), a rebroadcast deep dive from Jason and Rosie from our April 2022 episode on EEAAO. Then, a rebroadcast (33:35) of Jason and Rosie’s interview with newly minted Oscar-winning duo The Daniels. Finally, passing off the torch to our good friends at Keep It (1:12:13) for a fantastic interview with newly-minted Oscar winner and icon Michelle Yeoh, recorded in April 2022. Check out Keep It : https://crooked.com/podcast-series/keep-it/ and subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, March 10, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Ep 2
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight enter the mines of Moria, errr, I mean Mandalore! In the Airlock (1:25), they dive deep (deeep) into season 3 episode 2 of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing theories for the season, R5 love, Grogu reactions, more. Then in Nerd Out (52:32) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about the increasing number of Mandalorians. Note: Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 08, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Ep. 8
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight cook up some…venison? In the Airlock (0:59), they dive deep (deeep) into HBO’s The Last of Us episode 8, recapping and discussing Joel’s violence, David’s creepiness, and manipulative leadership. Then in Nerd Out (55:29) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory that crosses over between Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania and The X-Men. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, March 03, 2023
Star Wars: The Mandalorian S3 Premiere
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight hang out with Greef Karga! In the Airlock (2:10), they dive deep (deeep) into the season 3 premiere of The Mandalorian, recapping and discussing theories for the season, Din Djarin as an unwilling leader, and more. Then in Nerd Out (47:59) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about The Mandalorian’s Darksaber. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, March 01, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Ep. 7
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight enter a photo booth! In the Airlock (1:21), they dive deep (deeep) into HBO’s The Last of Us episode 7, including recapping and discussing Riley’s character, emotional maturity, arcades, and more. Then in Nerd Out (51:51) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory and pitch about a potential The Last of Us Part 3 video game (Warning: This Nerd Out does contain spoilers for The Last of Us Parts 1 and 2 games). Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, February 24, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Ep. 6
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight become literal communists! In the Airlock (1:17), they dive deep (deeep) into HBO’s The Last of Us episode 6, including recapping and discussing the depiction of panic attacks, suffering as an identity, and communism. Then in Nerd Out (57:56) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory from Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! First appearance of Annihilation Wave was Annihilation Prologue #1 (2006) – written by Keith Giffen, pencils by Scott Kolins, inks by Ariel Olivetti, colors by June Chung, letters by Cory Petit, and edited by Andy Schmidt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, February 17, 2023
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight enter the Quantum Realm! In the Airlock (2:08), they dive deep (deeep) into Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, recapping the film, discussing the powerhouse performance by Jonathan Majors, celebrating a few We Were Rights, and theorizing on the direction of the MCU. Then in Nerd Out (52:20) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory on He Who Remains from Loki season one. Note : Imprecise timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide to all things X-Ray Vision! Avengers Forever [ x ] – 12 issue series written by Kurt Busiek and Roger Stern with pencils by Carlos Pacheco and inks by Jesus Merino. Avengers Forever Vol 1 #1 (1998) Victor Timely Kang variant in the comics [ x ] Rosie’s Den of Geek Shazam cover story See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, February 15, 2023
Quantumania Primer + Super Bowl Trailers
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight prepare themselves (and you) for Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania! First in the Previously On (1:36) Jason and Rosie run through a trio of Super Bowl trailers, including the fifth installment of Indiana Jones, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and The Flash. In the Airlock (27:05), they dive deep (deeep) into all things Ant-Man, recapping Scott Lang’s journey in the MCU so far, providing Comic Footnotes, and unpacking Kang as well as MODOK. Then in Nerd Out (1:06:57) a listener pitches the show Twin Peaks. Note: Wrong timestamps are an unfortunate side effect of a new ads system. Thank you for your patience. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Flashpoint (2011) – Written by Geoff Johns, art by Andy Kubert. Citizen Kang ( first appearing in Captain America Annual #11 ) – Created by Roy Thomas and Larry Alexander. Scarlet Centurion – A Kang variant from Earth-6311. Rosie’s IGN article on MODOK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sat, February 11, 2023
HBO’s The Last of Us Ep. 5
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight meet Henry and Sam! In the Airlock (1:15), they dive deep (deeep) into episode 5 of HBO’s The Last of Us, recapping and discussing the action of the episode, the power of the superhero fantasy, and mirror images. Then in Nerd Out (1:07:32) they read and discuss a listener theory on the seeding possibility of Marvel video games in the MCU. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! World War Z – written by Max Brooks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, February 08, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Ep. 4
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight take a road trip! First in Previously On (1:12) Jason and Rosie continue their discussion of the new DCU slate, focusing on how the announcements from James Gunn led to a ton of DC comics rapidly selling out. In the Airlock (7:36), they dive deep (deeep) into episode 4 of HBO’s The Last of Us, recapping and discussing Joel’s ethics, Ellie’s gun, and more. Then in Nerd Out (53:06) they read and discuss a listener theory on how Deadpool may make it into the MCU. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Please check out & support the Crooked Media Workers Union on Twitter & Instagram . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, February 03, 2023
New DCU Slate + Mailbag
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight enter the X-Ray Vision Crypt (aka the mailbag)! First in Previously On (1:47) Jason and Rosie dissect and discuss the major DC announcements, including their thoughts on the pre-existuing projects and all the new projects James Gunn and Peter Safran announced. In the Airlock (42:33), they dive deep (deeep) into the Crypt – still just the Mailbag – to answer questions about the MCU, comics, Star Wars, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:18:49) a listener pitches us on the classic tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Note : There were too many name and comic checks in this episode to cover it all on the Listener’s Guide. For more information and insight into Rosie and Jason’s recs, please check out the Discord . Batman by Grant Morrison. Plus, check out our interview with Morrison where they talk about working on Batman over the years. All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison The Authority Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King See <a href="https://omny
Wed, February 01, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Ep. 3
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight bite into delicious strawberries! In the Airlock (1:45), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episode 3 of HBO’s The Last of Us, recapping the episode and discussing Bill and Frank’s relationship, the structure of the season and episode, and critiques of Joel. (Warning: Jason and Rosie have a TLOU game spoiler conversation (49:35) through the end of the Airlock, which is delineated within the episode itself as well.) Then in Nerd Out (58:11) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener’s Star Wars theory. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Station Eleven – an acclaimed novel (2014) by Emily St. John Mandel, adapted into the acclaimed HBOMax series of the same name. We have two episodes about Station Eleven , including an interview with showrunner Patrick Somerville and a conversation with friends of the pod and hosts of Dune Pod . The Girl with All the Gifts (2014) – written by M.R. Carey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 27, 2023
The Last of Us Game, Part 2
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight make a molotov! In the Airlock (1:22), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into The Last of Us video game, continuing their recap as well as discussing the differences between the original and the adaptation. Then in Nerd Out (53:58) Jason and Rosie discuss a listener theory about the Quantum Realm. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The Kotaku article Jason and Rosie mention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, January 25, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Ep 2
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight sight-see at a museum! In the Airlock (1:08), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episode 2 of HBO’s The Last of Us, recapping the episode and discussing bread, Tess, and creature design. Then in Nerd Out (45:20) Jason and Rosie discuss a very relevant theory about mutants in the MCU. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 20, 2023
Star Wars: The Bad Batch S2 Eps 1-4
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight join the Bad Batch! First in the Previously On (2:51) they discuss the possibility of a VFX union and why it matters plus continue their ongoing discussion on AI-generated art in light of a class action suit against AI companies. In the Airlock (25:12), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the first four episodes of The Bad Batch season 2, recapping episode 3 as the dramatic highlight so far and discussing theories, Crosshair, Cody and more. Then in Nerd Out (46:12) Jason and Rosie discuss their first listener theory from Rodney on a possible skrull in Marvel’s upcoming Secret Invasion series. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory, feel free to send only a summary of your theory (no audio needed) for Jason and Rosie to react to on air. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The Verge & Polygon articles with more info on AI Art. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, January 18, 2023
HBO's The Last of Us Premiere
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight flee some cordyceps! First in the Previously On (1:11) they discuss the latest Mandalorian season 3 trailer, including the baby and the vibes. Then in the Airlock (5:10), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the premiere of HBO’s The Last of Us, recapping and discussing game differences, cast, hard choices, and small choices. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? If you’re sending a theory please keep your recording to 2 minutes or less. Then just tell us your theory, what it relates to, etc. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Sin City (2005) – based on Frank Miller’s graphic novel of the same name; directed by Miller and Robert Rodriguez. The Girl with All the Gifts (2014) – written by M.R. Carey. Clementine (2022) – written and illustrated by Tillie Walden , set in Robert Kirkman’s Walking Dead universe. From Image Comics . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 13, 2023
The Last of Us Video Game, Part 1
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight revisit The Last of Us! First in the Previously On (2:28) they discuss the latest Antman and The Wasp: Quantumania trailer, discussing Kang, the microverse versus the Quantum Realm, and more. Then in the Airlock (15:36), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into 2013’s The Last of Us, recapping some of the first parts of the iconic game as well as discussing character, story, and playability. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Incredible Hulk Vol. 1 #156 (1972) – written by Archie Goodwin, pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Sal Trapani, letters by Artie Simek, edited by Roy Thomas. Avengers vol. 1 #88 (1971) – written by Harlan Ellison and Roy Thomas, pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by Jim Mooney, colorist uncredited, letters by Shelly Leferman, edited by Stan Lee. The Road (2006) – written by Cormac McCarthy, winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize. The Girl with All the Gifts (2014) – written by M.R. Carey. True-ish Grit (2013) – Grantland article written by Tom Bissell on The Last of Us. Can “The Last of Us” Break the Curse of Bad Video-Game Adaptations? (2022) – written by New Yorker editor Alex Barasch on the making of the HBO show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, January 11, 2023
Mailbag - Marvel, HOTD, and more!
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight start 2023 in the least surprising way – talking about X-Men! First in the Airlock (1:08), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the mailbag, answering your questions about the MCU, Marvel comics, House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones, and more, including questions on Doctor Doom, Kang, mutants, and lots more. Plus Cody Ziglar drops in to answer a question about Miles Morales (thank you Zig!). Then in a return of the Nerd Out (1:26:47) listener Swati pitches us on the Netflix reboot of She-Ra. Tune in every Wednesday & Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , website , & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! See Wakanda and Die (2008) – Written by Jason Aaron, art by Jefte Palo, colors by Lee Loughridge, letters by Cory Petit, cover art by Jason Pearson. [ x ] 3-D Man The tweet Zig references in his answer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 23, 2022
L.A. Comic Con Live! Marvel Phase 4 and the Future of the MCU with Joelle Monique and Cody Ziglar
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight are LIVE at LA Comic Con! First they are joined by Cody Ziglar to discuss his work this past year, including the rocking Spider-Punk and breaking ground on Miles Morales . Then in the Airlock (0:51), Jason, Rosie, and iHeartRadio Executive Producer, host and MCU super fan Joelle Monique dive deep (deeep) into the recently wrapped phase 4, explain the “mess era” of the MCU, make predictions about what’s to come in future phases, and of course tie it all back to the X-Men. Then (54:39) they take audience questions about the MCU, including the Beyonder, young T’Challa, and more. Finally, Jason, Rosie, and Joelle share a Station 11 style piece of media from 2022 that has stayed with them through the year. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 16, 2022
Avatar: The Way of Water
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight swim with the tulkun! First in the Previously On (3:19) Jason recaps his recent time at Game of Thrones Con before he and Rosie dissect the Across the Spider-Verse teaser and discuss the rise, risks, and redflags of AI generated art. Then in the Airlock (42:15), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the waters of Pandora for James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water, recapping the film and analyzing its purposeful apoliticism, which character they hate the most and why, and theorize where the future of the franchise is headed. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Some helpful Instagram posts (courtesy of Rosie) with more info on AI art. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 09, 2022
Willow (1988) & Willow Disney+ Series
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight go on a quest! First in the Previously On (6:36) they discuss recent trailers for the fifth installment of the Indiana Jones franchise and the upcoming HBO series The Last of US. Then in the Airlock (20:43), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the first three episodes of the Disney+ series Willow as well as revisiting the original 1988 movie. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 02, 2022
Andor Finale with Adam Serwer
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight brick a stormtrooper! First in the Airlock (3:55), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the season one finale of Andor, recapping as well as exploring motivation and theorizing where we might find these characters in season two as well as revisiting Rogue One. In the Hive Mind (1:15:58), X-Ray Vision is thrilled to welcome Atlantic Staff Writer, journalist, and author Adam Serwer to discuss his recent piece “ Star Wars Gets Political ,” his love for Star Wars, secular fascism in the Empire, the politics of Andor, and more. Then in Nerd Out (1:53:12), friend of the show Liz theorizes on the possible force sensitivities of an Andor character. (Stay tuned for more Nerd Outs in 2023, including the many we didn’t get a chance to feature this year.) Please consider donating to Brian’s GoFundMe here: http://HelpBrian.net The X-Ray Vision community sends its love to Brian and his family. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Nemik’s Manifesto in full . The Atlantic’s Great Game newsletter written by Adam & other folks and a recent contribution to the newsletter from Adam on why soccer is the sport of short kings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, November 18, 2022
Andor Eps 10 & 11
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight start a prison riot! In the Previously On (3:17), they commemorate Kevin Conroy – the voice of Batman – and mourn his passing before unpacking Black Panther: Wakanda Forever after its opening week, discussing box office numbers, marvel fatigue and more. Then in the Airlock (25:09), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into Andor episodes 10 and 11, recapping both as well as exploring performance, non-democracy in the Republic era, and the ways in which rebellions and protest movements come together on and off screen. In the Hive Mind (1:15:06), X-Ray Vision is thrilled to welcome Andor creator and Oscar-nominated writer and director Tony Gilroy to discuss his past work, building characters, and the mammoth task of showrunning a Star Wars project. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Check out Tickets for X-Ray Vision’s appearance at LA Comic Con here . We’ll be there December 3rd, hosting a panel from 11:30-1:00 PT in Panel Room 402A. Kevin Conroy’s “Finding Batman” from this year’s DC Pride issue is available online to read for free. Check it out here . Cerebro Cast , hosted by Connor Goldsmith , about Marvel’s Mutants. Opposing Power by Elvin Ong Star Wars: Lost Stars (2015) by Claudia Gray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, November 11, 2022
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever + Ironheart Writer Eve L. Ewing
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight ingest some heart-shaped herb! Starting in the Airlock (1:58), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the waters of Talocan, the streets of Boston, and, of course, the jungles of Wakanda for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, recapping the film and discussing breakout performances, Shuri’s character arc, and more. Then, in a return of the Omnibus (54:22) Jason – with Rosie’s Footnotes™ – unpacks the origins of Afrofuturism in and out of comics. In the Hive Mind (1:13:08), X-Ray Vision is thrilled to welcome Eve L. Ewing – author, academic, poet, and writer of the acclaimed Ironheart comics – to discuss how comics led to her birth, the joys and struggles of writing, attempting to draw, seeing Riri Williams come to life on screen, and much more. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Check out more of Eve’s amazing work at her website ! Ironheart Vol. 1: Those With Courage – By Eve L. Ewing, Luciano Vecchio, Kevin Libranda, and more. Jan Švankmajer – Czech multimedia artist, whose work has included stop motion animation. How to Write an Autobiographical Novel (2018) – Written by Alexander Chee. Available here . ‘ The Case for Reparations ’ (2014) – An essay by Ta-Nehisi Coates for The Atlantic. The Bear (2022) – An FX on Hulu series created by Christopher Storer set in a flailing Italian Beef sandwich shop in Chicago. Reginald Hudlin – Director, screenwriter, comic-book writer, producer and more, known for a multitude of projects alongside his brother Warrington. Ms. Marvel Team-Up (2019) – Written by Eve L. Ewing, pencils and inks by Joey Vazquez, colors by
Fri, November 04, 2022
Tales of the Jedi, Andor 8 & 9 + Black Adam, 2022 Horror & Run Sweetheart Run director Shana Feste
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight battle with Yaddle! Starting in the Airlock (2:50), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into a galaxy far, far away to discuss both Tales of the Jedi and Andor episodes 8 & 9, recapping all six Jedi vignettes, Andor episode 9, and discussing divergent paths, complicity, and power politics. Then, in the Previously On (1:25:07), Jason and Rosie explore the DCEU’s Black Adam and offer some 2022 horror recs for those of you looking for excuses to eat your leftover Halloween candy. In the Hive Mind (1:59:21), the horror conversation continues as Rosie interviews Amazon’s Run Sweetheart Run director Shana Feste about moving into the genre space, working with talented actors, and more. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Wendell & Wild (2022) – directed by Henry Selick, co-written by Jordan Peele, available on Netflix. Papers, Please (2013) – a video game developed by Lucas Pope about an immigration officer in a fictional eastern european country. Pacific Heights (1990) – Directed by John Schlesinger and starring Melanie Griffith, Matthew Modine, and Michael Keaton. Heart-Shaped Box (2007) by Joe Hill JSA Comics Recs from Rosie All Star Comics #3 (1940) - First Appearance JSA: Strange Adventures (2004) - Golden Age homage by SW's Kevin J Anderson JSA by Geoff Johns (2017 collected) - Most influential series on Black Adam's JSA Crisis on Infinite Earths (1985) - Pulled the JSA back into the main continuity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, October 28, 2022
House of the Dragon Finale with History of Westeros + New Marvel Trailers
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight dance with dragons! In the Previously On (2:03), Jason and Rosie discuss the trailers for Antman and The Wasp: Quantumania and the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special before digesting the big creative shakeups at DC. Heading to Westeros in the Airlock (19:49), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the season finale of House of the Dragon, recapping and exploring leadership, lore, and motherly love. And in this season’s last round of Ask the Maester (1:10:40), they answer listener questions about House of the Dragon. (WARNING: the Hive Mind contains major Fire & Blood book spoilers as well as lots of fun predictions – you have been warned!) Then in the Hive Mind (1:29:32), Fire & Blood readers rejoice because Jason and Rosie are joined by Aziz and Ashaya of the History of Westeros Pod for a SPOILER-filled conversation about changes from book to screen, what they might expect – and hope – from season 2, and more. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Check out the History of Westeros Pod , including Ashaya’s excellent Arrested Development x HotD mash up ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, October 21, 2022
The Rings of Power Finale with Writer Gennifer Hutchison + Andor Eps 4-7 & House of the Dragon Ep 9
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight forge some rings! In the Previously On (2:02), Jason and Rosie start by catching up on Andor – analyzing fascism, insurgency, and how bad guys think of themselves – before moving onto Rings of Power (20:51) to consider the season one finale. Staying in Middle Earth for the Hive Mind (55:23), Jason and Rosie are joined by Rings of Power finale co-writer Gennifer Hutchison to discuss that Sauron reveal, why she loves fan theories, the way Breaking Bad ’s Gus Fring influenced the elves, and more. Heading to Westeros in the Airlock (1:28:40), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episode 9 of House of the Dragon, recapping and exploring coronations, conspiracies, and cages. And in Ask the Maester (2:12:03), they answer listener questions about House of the Dragon, including whether dragons f*ck, prophecy theories, and more. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Rosie’s recent appearance on Dune Pod to discuss Legend (1985) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, October 14, 2022
She-Hulk Finale & Werewolf By Night w/ Cody Ziglar + House of the Dragon Ep 8 & More Ask the Maester
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight lose their minds, but keep their tongues! We’re starting with the Hive Mind (1:54) and the grand finale of She-Hulk where Jason and Rosie are joined by She-Hulk writer Cody Ziglar to discuss comics, cameos, and carte blanche. Staying in the MCU for the Previously On (38:20), Jason, Rosie, and Zig step into black & white to explore Werewolf By Night, including Universal horror, horror that’s universal, and more. In the Airlock (1:17:53) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into episode 8 of House of the Dragon, recapping and discussing Viserys, Vaemond, and Hightower hypocrisy. And in Ask the Maester (2:15:13), they answer listener questions about House of the Dragon. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! World War Hulk (2007) – A crossover storyline event in which the Hulk sees himself banished from Earth by the illuminati; written by various, including Greg Pak and Peter David, with pencils, inks, letters, and colors by various, including Rafa Sandoval, John Romita Jr, Al Rio, and Lee Weeks. The Ladykillers (1955) – An iconic Ealing comedy directed by Alexander Mackendrick with exquisite performances from an ensemble cast including Alec Guinness and Peter Sellers. Nextwave (2006-07) – A 12 issue series by Warren Ellis and Stuart Immonen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, October 07, 2022
She-Hulk Ep 8 w/ Cody Ziglar, HOTD Ep 7 & Ask the Maester w/ History of Westeros + LOTR: The Rings of Power Ep 7
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion, Rosie Knight, Cody Ziglar ribbit and rip it! In the Previously On (4:31) Jason and Rosie are joined by Cody Ziglar for She-Hulk episode 8 to discuss how Zig handled writing fight scenes between iconic Marvel characters, what the deal with the Sokovia Accords is, and how long he thinks a certain Hell’s Kitchen resident has been fighting crime in the MCU. In the Airlock (29:27) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into Rings of Power to recap and unpack episode seven, probing how and when we might see the rings forged, Elrond and Durin’s friendship, and the Stranger’s identity. In the Hive Mind (1:00:19), Jason is joined by Aziz – half of the expert duo behind the fantastic History of Westeros podcast and youtube channel – to recap episode seven of House of the Dragon and discuss eyes lost, dragons gained, and a guardsman's demise. In Ask the Maester (1:48:14), Jason and Aziz answer listener questions about House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones, including dragon family trees, history as an imperfect source, sabotaging dragons, and more. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The History of Westeros podcast twitter , website , & YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 30, 2022
Deadpool 3 News & She-Hulk Ep 7 + House of the Dragon Ep 6 & The Rings of Power Eps 5-6
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight sweat it out in the yurt! In the Previously On (2:43) Jason and Rosie discuss a grab bag of news, including The Last of Us trailer and mutants galore with Namor and Deadpool 3, before sweating out She-Hulk episode 7, summarizing and theorizing about Jen’s blood and Josh’s identity. In the Airlock (38:45), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into House of the Dragon episode 6, recapping and exploring time jumps, friendships lost, and questionable alliances. Next, in round seven of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (1:28:15), he and Rosie answer listener questions about the history and lore of House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones. Finally, another round of the Airlock (1:55:50) as Jason and Rosie, along with super producer Chris, return to Middle Earth to dive deeper (deeeper) into Rings of Power to unpack all things corrupted elf, Sauron, and whether Theo deserves some corporal punishment (which we’re totally against in real life, for the record). Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG , Letterboxd , IGN author page , Nerdist author page Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Old Man Logan by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven and Dexter Vines; the standalone arc started with Wolverine vol. 3 #66 . Man-Bull debuted in Daredevil #78 (1971) and created by Gerry Conway and Gene Colan. El Águila debuted in Power Man & Iron Fist #58 (1979) and created by Jo Duffy, Trevor von Eadon, and Dave Cockrum. Saracen debuted in Blade: Vampire Hunter #1 (1999) and created by Bart Sears. The first Porcupine debuted in Tales to Astonish #48 (1963) and created by Stan Lee, Ernest Hart, and Don Heck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 23, 2022
She-Hulk Ep 6 & Head Writer Jessica Gao Interview + Andor Eps 1-3
We’re releasing two episodes this week! The episode you’re currently reading about contains all things She-Hulk and Andor. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight sustain 20 seconds of eye contact! In the Previously On (4:08) Jason and Rosie discuss She-Hulk episode 6, quickly summarizing the episode before theorizing all about adamantium, villainous geniuses, and Mr. Immortal. Then, in the Hive Mind (36:05) Jason and Rosie welcome the incredible and lovely She-Hulk head writer Jessica Gao to discuss bootleg manga, bringing She-Hulk to life, out-trolling the trolls, and more. Plus, Jason and Rosie ask all sorts of questions we know Jessica can’t really answer about the MCU. Finally, in the Airlock (55:44), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the premiere three episodes of Andor on Disney+, discussing flashbacks, opportunities for larger conversations around fascism and power, and the directions and ideas they hope to see the series explore. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Do you – like us – want more Rosie Knight in your life? Do you – like us – love to amaze, confound, and astonish your friends – and enemies – with your encyclopedic knowledge of comics, movies, TV, and more, but need a place to attain said knowledge? Do you want – nay need – extra Tin Foil Hat™ theories in your life from the mind of Rosie Knight? Look no further! As in look below: Rosie’s IGN author page Rosie’s Nerdist author page Rosie’s 2022 Fall Preview at Polygon Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Union Jack #1 (1998) - written by John Cassaday, Ben Raab, penciled and inked by Cassaday, colors by Dave Stewart, letters by Comicraft and Richard Starkings; first appearance of Baroness Blood . Sensational She-Hulk (1989) - written and penciled by John Byrne, inks by Bob Wiacek, colors by Glynis Oliver, letters by John Workman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 23, 2022
House of the Dragon Ep 5 & Ask the Maester + LOTR: The Rings of Power Eps 1-4
We’re releasing two episodes this week! The episode you’re currently reading about contains all things House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight attend a red wedding…no, not that one! In the Previously On (4:23), Jason and Rosie recap House of the Dragon episode 5 and discuss floundering friendships. Next, in round six of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (59:27), he and Rosie answer listener questions about the history and lore of House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones. Then, in the Airlock (1:26:00) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the mines of Moria with the first half of season one of Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, discussing friendship, mithril, who may or may not be Sauron, and (*fantastical voice*) Celebrimbor. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Do you – like us – want more Rosie Knight in your life? Do you – like us – love to amaze, confound, and astonish your friends – and enemies – with your encyclopedic knowledge of comics, movies, TV, and more, but need a place to attain said knowledge? Do you want – nay need – extra Tin Foil Hat™ theories in your life from the mind of Rosie Knight? Look no further! As in look below: Rosie’s IGN author page Rosie’s Nerdist author page Rosie’s 2022 Fall Preview at Polygon Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 16, 2022
House of the Dragon Ep 4 & Ask the Maester
Due to the glut of content, we’re releasing two episodes this week for your listening pleasure. The episode you’re currently reading about contains all things House of the Dragon. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight hit the streets of King’s Landing! In the Airlock (2:04), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into House of the Dragon episode 4, recapping and discussing the drama, the power dynamics, and the Daemon. Then in round five of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (1:13:15), he and Rosie answer listener questions about the history and lore of House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 16, 2022
Disney D23 News & She-Hulk Ep 5
Due to the glut of content, we’re releasing two episodes this week for your listening pleasure. The episode you’re currently reading about contains all things D23, She-Hulk, Marvel, and Star Wars. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight dress steezy with She-Hulk! In the Previously On (1:32) Jason and Rosie unpack the announcements from D23, including a few Tinfoil Hat™ theories backed by the comics. In the Airlock (1:08:38), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into She-Hulk episode 5, quickly recapping the episode, exploring the possible avenues for DareDevil’s appearance in the show, and discussing the moral complexities She-Hulk’s transformation has on her dating life and the slice-of-life challenges of being a superhero in the world. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Secret Invasion (2008-09) by Brian Michael Bendis, Leinil Francis Yu, Mark Morales, and Laura Martin. Thunderbolts created by Kurt Busiek and Mark Bagley. Truth: Red, White, and Black (2003) by Robert Morales and Kyle Baker. Dakota North , created by Martha Thomases and Tony Salmons; debuted in Dakota North #1 (1986). She-Hulk (2014-2015) by Charles Soule and Javier Pulido. An acclaimed run with clear influences on She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. A-Force , created by Marguerite Bennett, G. Willow Wilson, and Jorge Molina, first appearing in Secret Wars before debuting in their own series in 2015. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, September 09, 2022
House of the Dragon Ep 3 & Ask The Maester + She-Hulk Ep 4 with Cody Ziglar
Send all House of the Dragon inquiries to askthemaester@gmail.com. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight hunt stags and hang out with Wong! In the Airlock (2:14), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into House of the Dragon episode 3, recapping and discussing the drama, lore and greyscale. Then in round four of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (55:43), he and Rosie answer listener questions about House of the Dragon and Westeros. Then in the Hive Mind (1:21:10) Rosie is joined by She-Hulk writer, Spider-Punk head-banger, and X-Ray Vision co-host Cody Ziglar to explore She-Hulk episode 4, what it was like to be one of the in-house comics nerds in a fantastic writer’s room, and the inspirations behind the series. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! She-Hulk (2004-2005) and She-Hulk (2005-2009) by Dan Slott and Juan Bobillio (iconic covers by Greg Horn, some of which have inspired posters for the show). One of the most well-known She-Hulk comic runs and a big influence on the series. She-Hulk (2014-2015) by Charles Soule and Javier Pulido. Another acclaimed run with clear influences on She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. A-Force , created by Marguerite Bennett, G. Willow Wilson, and Jorge Molina, first appearing in Secret Wars before debuting in their own series in 2015. Daredevil by Mark Waid, Paolo Rivera, Marcos Martin, and more. Hawkeye by Matt Fraction and David Aja. Black Widow by Kelly Thompson, Elena Casagrande, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
Fri, September 02, 2022
The Rings of Power Premiere + She-Hulk Ep 3, House of the Dragon Ep 2 & More Ask the Maester
Send all House of the Dragon inquiries to askthemaester@gmail.com. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight enjoy the Harfoot vibes! First in Previously On (2:10), Jason and Rosie recap and discuss She-Hulk episode 3, with theories abounding for the direction of the series; they also recap and discuss HBO’s House of the Dragon episode 2 (31:46), analyzing the show’s character driven relationships and more. Then in round three of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (1:33:40), he and Rosie answer listener questions about House of the Dragon and Westeros. In the Airlock (1:59:49) they dive deep (deeep) in a NON SPOILER fashion into the 2 episode premiere of Amazon’s Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power – priming listeners on the series, some of the Tolkien lore, and what they love about LOTR’s vibes. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The Defenders #17 – Introduces The Wrecking Crew; written by Len Wein, penciled by Sal Buscema, inked by Dan Green, colored by Glynis Wein, lettered by Gaspar Saladino and Annette Kawecki. A Monster Calls – directed by JA Bayona. Kyle Anderson’s Nerdist piece on 1977’s animated The Hobbit . Rosie’s Nerdist piece on the sumptuous food of Tolkien’s Middle Earth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 26, 2022
House of the Dragon Premiere + She-Hulk Ep 2 & More Ask the Maester
Send all House of the Dragon inquiries to askthemaester@gmail.com. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight smell like dragon! First in Previously On (2:17), Jason and Rosie recap and discuss She-Hulk episode 2. In the Airlock (42:40) they dive deep (deeep) into the premiere of HBO’s House of the Dragon, recapping the episode and attempting to prophesize the ramifications of a major new piece of lore. Then in the second XRV appearance of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (1:38:14), he and Rosie answer listener questions about House of the Dragon and Westeros. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! She-Hulk (2004-2005) and She-Hulk (2005-2009) by Dan Slott and Juan Bobillio (iconic covers by Greg Horn, some of which have inspired posters for the show). One of the most well-known She-Hulk comic runs and a big influence on the series. New Avengers by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by various, including David Finch, Steve McNiven, and Leonil Francis Yu. Samuel Sterns aka The Leader – Played by Tim Blake Nelson in The Incredible Hulk ; debuted in Tales to Astonish #62 in 1964. The History of Westeros YouTube channel & podcast. PLUS Rosie’s Tin Foil Hat™ list of comics from the GLK&H offices War Machine #19, 1995 Iron Man #290, 1993 Iron Man Vol. 3 #3, 1998 Incredible Hulk Vol. 1 #287, 1983 <a href="https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Avengers_Vol_1
Fri, August 19, 2022
She-Hulk Premiere + Ask the Maester!
Send all House of the Dragon inquiries to askthemaester@gmail.com & don’t forget to send your weirdest, strangest, and funniest five star reviews to xray@crooked.com and we might read your review in the episode. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight hit Bruce’s Beachfront Bar! First in Previously On (2:28), Jason and Rosie discuss the sale of The CW and the latest Marvel crossover event A.X.E. Then in the first XRV appearance of Jason’s classic segment Ask the Maester (20:30), he answers listener questions about House of the Dragon and Westeros. In the Airlock (39:12) they dive deep (deeep) into the premiere of the super charming She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, now available on Disney+ Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia Check out the X-Ray Vision Discord PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! She-Hulk: Attorney At Law's Creative Team on Reimagining This Hero's Origin Story by Rosie Knight for Nerdist Immortal X-Men (2022) by Kieron Gillen and Lucas Werneck. The latest X-Men comic series follows The Quiet Council, the rulers of Krokoa and the most powerful people on Earth, as they decide the fate of the whole planet. A.X.E.: Judgment Day (2022) by Kieron Gillen and Valerio Schiti. The next Marvel Crossover Event is here and it pits the Avengers, The X-Men, and the Eternals in an epic conflict. Skaar - Hulk’s son from the acclaimed World War Hulk (2007) story by Greg Pak and John Romita Jr., in which a rage-filled Hulk returns to Earth after being exiled to Sakaar by the Illuminati in Planet Hulk (1999) by Greg Pak and Carlo Pagulayan. <a href="https://www.marvel.co
Fri, August 12, 2022
I Am Groot & Prey + Harley Quinn Animated Series Co-Creator Justin Halpern
Send all House of the Dragon inquiries to askthemaester@gmail.com & don’t forget to rate five stars and review the show with your weirdest, strangest, funniest take and we might read your review in the episode. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight take a bath with Groot! First in Previously On (2:15), Jason and Rosie continue to break down the breakdown in the Warner Bros Discovery merger. In the Airlock (24:07) they dive deep (deeep) into both the delightful I Am Groot short animated series streaming now on Disney+ and the quiet, subversive thrills of Prey – the latest in the predator franchise – now streaming on Hulu in both English and Comanche. Then, in the Hive Mind (39:02) Jason and Rosie are joined by Harley Quinn c0-creator Justin Halpern to discuss the inspiration behind the series, working with writing partner Patrick Schumacker, how the two of them almost ruined Harlivy, how they squeeze so many jokes into every minute, and the incredible voice work and cast. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia Check out the unofficial X-Ray Vision Discord PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Silly Symphonies - the Skeleton Dance is a classic 1929 Walt Disney Animation that uses non post-sync sound. It can be found here . In Rosie’s article, she commemorates Fry’s electronics and its Hollywood preservation in the movie Nope. Found here . The Mary Tyler Moore show is an American sitcom airing on CBS from 1970-77, depicting an independent woman focused on her career during the second wave of feminism. Watch here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, August 05, 2022
Batgirl Canceled?! + Harley Quinn S3, Paper Girls, & Godzilla vs. Battra with Artist Oliver Ono
Want a pretty much free SIGNED copy of Rosie and Oliver’s Godzilla one-shot from friend of the pod comic shop Secret Headquarters ? Visit Secret HQ in person if you can or make your purchase online. Listen to the pod to hear how…while supplies last! On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight plant a garden with Poison Ivy! First in Previously On (8:08), Jason and Rosie discuss the insanity that is the Batgirl movie cancellation by Warner Bros. In the Airlock (32:30) they dive deep (deeep) into season 3 of the raunchy, joyful, layered series that is Harley Quinn; plus, they give an overview of the first episodes of Amazon’s adaptation of Paper Girls – exploring why you may want to check it out and how there actually is no comparison to be made between Paper Girls and Stranger Things. Then, in the Hive Mind (59:16) Jason and Rosie are joined by Rosie’s Godzilla comic collaborator Oliver Ono to discuss their creative process on the comic ( out now !) and why you should put yourself out there regardless of your artistic insecurities. Finally in Nerd Out (1:27:11), CJ pitches us on the classic animated series Gargoyles . Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Plus, send all House of the Dragon inquiries to askthemaester@gmail.com! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia Check out the unofficial X-Ray Vision Discord PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! In the second series, the 2013 Harley Quinn has a more humorous and lighthearted demeanor while starting over in her hometown and creating a life on Coney Island, written by Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti. Issues found here . Oliver Ono is Rosie’s collaborator on the Godzilla comic and a very talented creator, his work can be seen <a href="https://www.instagram.
Fri, July 29, 2022
SDCC 2022 + Marvel’s Multiverse Saga
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight relive the Con! First in Previously On (8:38), Jason and Rosie discuss some of the non-MCU news from SDCC, including Jason’s experience moderating the House of the Dragon panel in Hall H and Rosie seeing The Rock on Jimmy Kimmel with her Black Adam cover story , plus producer Chris hops on to discuss the latest from the world of Trek. In the Airlock (25:45) they dive deep (deeep) into the SDCC MCU announcements, offering tons of theories about what’s left of phase 4, phase 5, phase 6, and beyond, including what the comics hint at what to expect from the 18-episode Daredevil series, Namor’s role as both hero and villain, what The Thunderbolts team might look and be like, and the Kang of it all to wrap out the Multiverse Saga, plus more. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The Black Adam universe is expanding in DC, as written about by Rosie Knight. A Monster Calls is a dark fantasy drama film that follows the story of a 12 year old with a deep attachment to his chronically ill mother who exchanges stories with a haunting yew tree from his recurring nightmares, available on Netflix . Eve L Ewing is a writer and tenured professor at the University of Chicago who authored the Ironheart comic book series for Marvel in 2016. The 2009-2010 Black Panther comic book, created by Reginald Hudlin and art by Will Conrad, shows a new Black Panther taking the mantle and maintaining the legacy. Written by Jack Kirby in 1967, inked by Dan Adkins and penciled by Gene Colan, Tales of Suspense Vol. 1 #94 continues the saga of Iron Man battling Half Face and the re
Fri, July 22, 2022
Blade Runner & The Movies of '82 + Ms. Marvel Creator Bisha K. Ali
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight hard boil some eggs with JF Sebastian! First in Previously On (9:05), they discuss Rosie’s Den of Geek cover story on Black Adam (see below) and what to expect from Marvel Studios at Comic Con – including an extended X-Men fan cast. In the Airlock (1:01:29), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the summer of 1982 and specifically the sci-fi flick Blade Runner – discussing the various cuts, the score, the dystopian vision, the legacy, whether Deckard is a replicant, and more with a special appearance by producer (and Blade Runner fan) Saul. In the Hive Mind (2:02:39), Rosie sits down for a charming chat with Ms. Marvel showrunner Bisha K. Ali, exploring their mutual comic book origins in London, Bisha’s approach to writing, the challenge and gratification of exploring Partition, and of course that insane finale reveal. (Note: this interview was recorded pre any and all Comic Con news.) Then, in Nerd Out (2:26:31) listener Frances pitches us on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Check out the unofficial X-Ray Vision Discord Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Rosie’s Den of Geek Black Adam feature. Primo – an upcoming freevee show inspired by Shea Serrano’s life in San Antonio - following a teenager balancing the responsibilities of society, college, and home with the support of his mother and five uncles. X2: X-Men United – directed by Bryan Singer in 2003, available here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Wed, July 20, 2022
BONUS - Thor: Love and Thunder Mailbag + Thor Comics Writer Jason Aaron
On this bonus episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight talk to Jason Aaron! First (1:51), they answer a few listener submitted questions about Thor: Love and Thunder, including fan-casting a possible future MCU villain. Then, in the Hive Mind (24:28) Thor comics writer Jason Aaron speaks with Jason and Rosie about his career in comics, his iconic run on Thor, and working with Marvel Studios on Thor: Love and Thunder. Note: This interview was recorded before Thor: Love and Thunder was released. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG ___ With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to make sure people can still access (and afford) abortion. Visit votesaveamerica.com/roe to learn more, donate, and take action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, July 15, 2022
Ms. Marvel and The Boys Finales + Stranger Things Season 4
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight take turns practicing guitar licks in Hawkins, take on supes with The Boys, and take down Damage Control in Jersey City! First in Previously On (2:10), they discuss all things season 4 of Stranger Things. In the Airlock (26:30), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the season finales of The Boys season 3 and Ms. Marvel (1:10:45) — recapping both shows' final episodes, discussing cycles of abuse and fighting power with power in The Boys and offering a plethora of lore-backed theories for where the MCU is headed next (especially in light of that insane Ms. Marvel stinger). Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Check out the unofficial X-Ray Vision Discord Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Will Graham / Red Dragon – A novel by Thomas Harris. Rosie’s Ms. Marvel stinger piece for IGN ___ With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to make sure people can still access (and afford) abortion. Visit votesaveamerica.com/roe to learn more, donate, and take action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, July 08, 2022
Thor: Love and Thunder + Ms. Marvel Eps 4 & 5
Seen Thor: Love and Thunder? Have questions? Drop us a line at xray@crooked.com. On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight workout with Surtur’s chains! First in Previously On (2:59), Jason and Rosie discuss the upcoming Paper Girls adaptation on Amazon Prime as well as the Duffer Brothers new production company and expanding the Stranger Things-verse. Then they lightning recap episodes 4 & 5 of Ms. Marvel, exploring the messiness of time travel narratives and pondering whether Damage Control will inevitably lead to the Sentinels and the X-Men (because it’s not X-Ray Vision without talking about X-Men!). In the Airlock (1:05:09), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the shadow realm to discuss Thor: Love and Thunder (in theaters now), recapping the film, giving their reactions on Christian Bale’s performance, Taika’s magical, manic energy, as well as background and lore on some new and familiar ideas and characters in the MCU. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Pre-order Godzilla vs. Battra now! Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Paper Girls – Available at Image comics; by Brian K. Vaughan & Cliff Chiang. Ms. Marvel creator Bisha K. Ali’s Reading List on Partition available here . Rachel Paige’s official Marvel recap on Ms. Marvel episode 5. Rosie’s Esquire article on the Endgame timeline. Maryam Ahmad’s Nerdist article on Djinn
Fri, June 24, 2022
Obi-Wan Kenobi Finale + Ms. Marvel Ep 3
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight visit the Lars’ moisture farm (AKA Casa Wet)! First in Previously On (2:05), Jason and Rosie pay tribute to comics artist Tim Sale, who tragically passed away on June 16th; then they discuss Kevin Feige’s recent comments about the future of the MCU and the early development of both a Wonder Man series for the MCU and a Jon Snow sequel series for HBO. In the Airlock (27:53), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the third episode of Ms. Marvel – recapping, providing lore background on the mysterious ClanDestine (see our Listener’s Guide below for more details), detailing the possibilities of the Artifact Era of the MCU, and theorizing on what might come next; then they dive deep (deeeeep) into the Dune Sea to recap and discuss the finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi (1:07:07) – giving final thoughts on the series, elaborating on the role of power in the Star Wars mythos, and discussing what they hope to see from Star Wars content in the future. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Pre-order Godzilla vs. Battra now! Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision TIM SALE TRIBUTE Batman: The Long Halloween (1996-97) – written by Jeph Loeb, illustrated by Sale. Daredevil: Yellow (2001) – written by Jeph Loeb; illustrated by Sale. Hulk: Gray (2003-2004) – written by Jeph Loeb; illustrated by Sale. Plus Two More Sale comics we love: Catwoman: When in Rome (2004) – with Jeph Loeb. Superman For All Seasons (1998) – with Jeph Loeb. Eric Diaz’s Wonder Man article for Nerdist. MS MARVEL <a href="https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/
Fri, June 17, 2022
DC Pride 2022 #1 with Dani Fernandez + Ms. Marvel Ep 2 & Obi-Wan Kenobi Ep 5
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight do a song and dance with the Joker, meet a cute boy with a questionable Porsche, hone their Rebel Alliance strategies, and celebrate Pride! First in Previously On (4:51), Jason and Rosie discuss the Across the Spider-Verse villain announcement and the fact that Todd Phillips’ Joker 2 may be a musical co-starring Lady Gaga. In the Airlock (19:05), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the second episode of Ms. Marvel – recapping as well as theorizing the origins of Kamala’s bangle and powers as well as the mystery of her visions; then they dive deep (deeeeep) to recap and discuss Part 5 of Obi-Wan Kenobi (43:26) – exploring character choices as well as the depictions of power across the Star Wars universe. In the Hive Mind (1:47:16) X-Ray Vision welcomes Dani Fernandez to discuss her Harley Quinn/Poison Ivy story in DC’s Pride 2022 comic as well as Pride in the year 2022, which superhero Dani would like to play, and more. Finally, in Nerd Out (2:30:00) Micah pitches us on the Toy Story franchise in anticipation of Pixar’s Lightyear . Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Green Lantern: Legacy - Written by Minh Lê and illustrated by Andie Tong; available here . Dragon Ball – Written and illustrated by Akira Toriyama and spawning a multimedia franchise that continues to this day; available here . Batman & Robin (1997) – Directed by Joel Schumacher, starring George Clooney as titular Bat (replacing Val Kilmer) and Chris O’Donnell returning as Robin; available on HBOMax.
Fri, June 10, 2022
Ms. Marvel Premiere + Obi-Wan Kenobi Ep 4, Jurassic World Reactions & The Boys S3 Premiere
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight go to AvengersCon! First in Previously On (2:31), Jason and Rosie discuss trailers for both Netflix’s Sandman and Black Adam, then give their thoughts on Jurassic World: Dominion and The Boys season 3 premiere. In the Airlock (35:17), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the premiere of Ms. Marvel – recapping episode one as well as giving their initial thoughts on the series; then they dive deep (deeeeep) into the murky depths of Nur to recap and discuss Part 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi (1:04:42), pondering the Empire’s toxic workplaces, Reva’s possible background, and why the relationship between Leia and Obi-Wan continues to delight and enthrall. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Stardust (1998) – written by Neil Gaiman; available wherever books are sold. New 52 – A 2011 DC comics event that marked the relaunch of DC’s entire lineup with 52 new series all beginning with issue #1. Marvel / Shazam Family – Confusing to say the least, this double name stems from the fact that DC’s Shazam was formerly known as Captain Marvel before Marvel comics trademarked that name; in 2012, DC officially changed their Captain Marvel’s name to Shazam. Darth Vader (2017) – by Charles Soule, Giuseppe Camuncoli, Daniele Orlandini, Joe Caramagna, & David Curiel, as well as others. ___ With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to make sure people can still access (and afford) abortion.Visit votesaveamerica.com/roe to learn more, donate, and take action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, June 03, 2022
Obi-Wan Kenobi Eps 1-3 + Star Wars Celebration News
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight try to buy some death sticks! First in Previously On (2:43), Jason and Rosie discuss the plethora of news that came out of Star Wars Celebration, including the Andor trailer and more, as well as address the racist social media comments toward Kenobi star Moses Ingram and how LucasFilm and Disney handled the situation. In the Airlock (17:36), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the first three episodes of Obi Wan Kenobi – recapping episodes 1, 2, and 3, exploring Obi-Wan’s relationships to the other characters, theorizing about what will come next in the series, and analyzing the ways in which some characters would know Darth Vader’s identity. Then, in Nerd Out (1:38:56) Heidi pitches us on The Three Body Problem by Liu Cixin. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG MUTUAL AID to CHECK OUT: https://www.instagram.com/evadotwoods/ https://www.homeymademeals.com/ https://community-fridge.bubbleapps.io/ Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Lumpy – aka Lumpawaroo; a Wookie child and the son of Chewbacca. Doctor Aphra – An archeologist with a hot and cold relationship to Lord Vader. Darth Vader (2017) – by Charles Soule, Giuseppe Camuncoli, Daniele Orlandini, Joe Caramagna, & David Curiel, as well as others. Issue #12 is the one Jason mentions by name. ___ With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to make sure people can still access (and afford) abortion.Visit votesaveamerica.com/roe to learn more, donate, and take action. For a transcript of this episode, go to crooked.com/xrayvision See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, May 27, 2022
New Thor: Love & Thunder Trailer Reactions + Obi-Wan Kenobi Theories
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight ride the Goat Boat! First in Previously On (3:45), Jason and Rosie discuss the possibilities of the new MCU Daredevil show on Disney+, as reported by Variety , talk about Kathleen Kennedy’s comments in Vanity Fair regarding recasting legacy Star Wars characters (including a HOT TAKE on remaking the prequels), then analyze and theorize about what to expect from the Obi-Wan Kenobi series based on the Disney+UK watchlist (we’ll be diving deeeep into Kenobi itself next episode!). In the Airlock (40:13), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the latest Thor: Love and Thunder trailer – offering reactions, easter eggs, a whole host of theories, AND an explainer on some of the most mystifying cosmic Marvel lore there is. PLUS, since Jason and Rosie love you, they give their initial NON-SPOILER reactions to the upcoming Ms. Marvel series, landing on June 8 on Disney+. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG MUTUAL AID to CHECK OUT: https://www.instagram.com/evadotwoods/ https://www.homeymademeals.com/ https://community-fridge.bubbleapps.io/ Listener’s Guide to X-Ray Vision Princess of Alderaan – Written by Claudia Gray , published in 2017, about a young Leia Organa. Eric Masterson aka Thunderstrike – Debuted in Thor #391; t
Fri, May 20, 2022
She-Hulk Trailer Reactions + Favorite Sick Day Comfort Watches
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight cuddle up for a covid comfort watch! That’s right, both Jason AND Rosie have the novel coronavirus covid-19 this week, but they powered through to give the people what they need. First in Previously On (6:13), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into the trailer for She-Hulk: Attorney-at-Law that sent gamma waves across the internet, offering comics lore, analysis on why She-Hulk will be a great addition to the MCU, and, of course, tons of theories for what could unfold. Then, (super) producer Chris joins to discuss the overall disappointing Halo finale, why it’s always worth splurging on the CGI budget, and Pablo Schreiber’s keister. In the Airlock (42:22), Jason, Rosie, and Chris are joined by other (super) producer Saul (who did indeed just refer to himself in third person as a super producer) to discuss some of their favorite comfort watches in times of illness. Stay safe & mask up all! Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Rosie Knight (maybe!!) will be at Pulp Fiction in Long Beach for Transformers Day on May 21 – details here ! Listener’s Guide She-Hulk by Dan Slott – written by Slott with illustrations by Paul Pelletier, Juan Bobillo, & Scott Kolins; collects She-Hulk 2004 1-12 & She-Hulk 2005 1-5. Individual issues are available on Marvel Unlimited or the omnibus is available various places online. She-Hulk by Soule & Pulido – written by Charles Soule, illustrated by various including Javier Pulido with covers and illustrations by Kevin Wada, colors by Muntsa Vicente, & letters by Clayton Cowles. Available on Amazon/comixology & individual issues on Marvel Unlimited. Patsy Walker aka Hellcat – Written by Kate Leth with art by Brittney Williams, colors by Megan Wilson and letters by Joe Sabino & Clayton Cowles. Available on Marvel Unlimited or online. ___ With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to mak
Fri, May 13, 2022
Mailbag of Madness + Multiverse of Madness & Loki screenwriter Michael Waldron
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight open up the mailbag of madness! First in Previously On (3:09), Jason and Rosie discuss the Avatar 2 trailer, the new Ms. Marvel teaser and the MCU’s changes to her powers, and celebrate the lives of Neal Adams & George Pérez, two legends of comics who sadly passed away recently. In the Airlock (20:45), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the mailbag to answer YOUR questions (and some of their own) for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Finally, in Hive Mind (1:17:57) Jason and Rosie interview Multiverse of Madness & Loki screenwriter Michael Waldron, touching on the influence of wrestling in Michael’s work, how Mad Men’s Don Draper helped him write Doctor Strange, what it was like to work with Sam Raimi, and confirming some of our recommendations from the Multiverse of Madness reading list. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked Uncultured on Twitter & IG Rosie Knight will be at Pulp Fiction in Long Beach for Transformers Day on May 21 – details here ! Listener’s Guide NEAL ADAMS Batman (beginning with Detective Comics #395 , 1970) with Dennis O’Neil, inks by various including Dick Giordano, and letters by various including Ben Oda – re-establishing a darker, grittier tone for the masked vigilante. Green Arrow / Green Lantern (beginning with issue #76 , April 1970) with Dennis O’Neil, inks by various including Frank Giacoia, colors by Cory Adams, & letters by John Costanza – Lantern & Arrow take a socially-conscious journey across the US. X-Men (beginning with X-Men #56 , 1969) with Roy Thomas and ink by Tom Palmer and letters by Herb Cooper. GEORGE PÉREZ Crisis on Infinite Earths (1985) with Marv Wolfman and inks by Dick Giordano, Mike DeCarlo, and Jerry Ordway. Teen Titans ( The New Teen Titans #1 , 1980) with Marv Wolfman, inks by Romeo Tanghal, colors by Adrienne Roy, letters by Ben Oda. Infinity Gauntlet (1991) with writer Jim Starlin and co-pencilled by Ron Lim, inks by various, colors by Jack Morelli, letters by Max Scheele & Ian Laughlin. Wonder Woman (1986) - Reinvigorated WW alongside co-writer Len Wein and inker Bruce Patterson, for an unforgettable
Fri, May 06, 2022
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness + Moon Knight Finale
Seen Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness? Have questions? Send them to xray@crooked.com, Crooked’s Uncultured twitter & instagram , or to any of our hosts and we’ll answer in next week’s episode! On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight put on their sling-rings! First in Previously On (3:52), Jason and Rosie discuss Ms. Marvel getting a theatrical release in Pakistan, the new Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer, and recap and analyze the finale of Moon Knight. In the Airlock, Jason and Rosie start with a SPOILER FREE conversation (46:05) with their initial thoughts on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness before beginning the recap with FULL SPOILERS (48:22) and diving deep (deeeep) into the the film’s very Sam Raimi-energy, the theories we got right (and wrong), and the ways Doctor Strange will reverberate throughout the MCU. Finally, in Nerd Out (2:02:32) a listener pitches us on the author Heather Schaefer, whose work has been published as Craig Schaefer before she came out as Trans on this year’s Trans Day of Visibility. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd ___ With our constitutionally protected right to abortion under attack, abortion funds are working nonstop to make sure people can still access (and afford) abortion. Visit votesaveamerica.com/roe to learn more, donate, and take action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, April 29, 2022
All Hosts Comics Corner + Doctor Strange Comics Reading List & Moon Knight Ep 5
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion, Rosie Knight and Cody Ziglar fend off Battra, have a jam sesh with Spider-Punk, and more! That’s right: it’s volume three of X-Ray Vision’s Comics Corner (patent pending). First in Previously On ( 1:50 ), Jason and Rosie discuss the greenlit Batman sequel from Matt Reeves, Kevin Feige’s announcement at CinemaCon of ten more years of the MCU, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness being banned in Saudi Arabia, and the recently dropped Doctor Strange ‘Time’ trailer before the movie’s release on May 6. Then, they recap and discuss Moon Knight episode 5, “Asylum.” In the Airlock ( 39:47 ), Jason and Rosie are joined by co-host Cody Ziglar to dive deep (deeeeep) into the comics they are reading (and writing) right now, including Zig’s fantastic Spider-Punk, Rosie’s epic-looking Godzilla one-shot, a host of hero and non-hero comics recommendations, PLUS a comics reading list to prepare you for Doctor Strange. Finally, in Nerd Out ( 1:16:04 ) a listener pitches us on Team Starkid. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Spider-Punk – written by Cody Ziglar, pencils by Justin Mason, letters by Jim Charalampidis and cover by Olivier Coipel. Godzilla Rivals vs. Battra – By Rosie Knight, illustrated & cover by Oliver Ono . Hulk (2021-) – By Donny Cates & Ryan Ottley. Bonus : Enemy Mine (1985) – starring Dennis Quaid and Lou Gossett Jr. Available to rent on Amazon or Apple
Fri, April 22, 2022
WandaVision Revisit + Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer Reaction & Moon Knight Ep 4
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight revisit Westview New Jersey, the world of sit-coms, and all things chaos magic! First in Previously On ( 2:51 ), Jason and Rosie discuss America Chavez co-creator Joe Casey’s comments in The Hollywood Reporter on creator compensation, break down the Thor: Love & Thunder trailer with lore, theories, and a relevant reading list for Jason Aaron’s incredible and immense run on Thor. Then, they recap and discuss Moon Knight episode 4, “The Tomb.” In the Airlock ( 1:09:28 ), they dive deep (deeeeep) into the series WandaVision with a primer on how the series will affect Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness and beyond in phase four of the MCU, with tons of lore-inspired theories direct from the comics. Finally, in Nerd Out ( 1:40:14 ) a listener pitches us on best-selling fantasy author Brandon Sanderson. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Avengers (2016) by Mark Waid and Mike del Mundo ; subtitled “Kang Wars” so you know it’s relevant to phase four of the MCU; available on Amazon, Marvel Unlimited, and more. Thor: God of Thunder #1 - 25 by Jason Aaron and Esad Ribic ; available on Amazon, thriftbooks, Marvel Unlimited, and more. Thor (2014) #1 - 8 by Jason Aaron and Russell Dauterman ; available on Amazon, thriftbooks, Marvel Unlimited, and more. Bonus Material: Original Sin #0 - 8 by Mark Waid and Jim Cheung ; available on Amazon, thriftbooks, Marvel Unlimited, and more. Moon Knight by Jeff Lemire, Greg Smallwood, and more ; available on Amazon, thriftbooks, Marvel Unlimited, and more. The Vision & The Scarlet Witch (1982) - Volume 1, 4 issues, written by Bill Mantlo & pencils by Rick Leonardi ; available on Marvel Unlimited or c
Fri, April 15, 2022
Fantasy Novel Recommendations w/ Author Nicola Griffith + Moon Knight Ep 3 & Comic News
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight dive into the world of Fantasy and Science Fiction! First in Previously On ( 3:17 ), Jason and Rosie discuss some comics news, including a new Avengers series, a possible new comics origin for Thor in Avengers 1,000,000 BC , Marvel’s A.X.E.: Judgment Day , and DC’s upcoming Death of Justice League and Dark Crisis; they also discuss the title casting in Disney+’s recently announced Percy Jackson series, the MCU’s Ironheart series gaining its directors, and recap episode three of the Disney+ limited series Moon Knight. In the Airlock ( 53:19 ), they discuss JK Rowling’s transphobia and why they won’t be covering the latest Fantastic Beasts movie before diving deep (deeeep) into their book bag to offer recommendations for amazing Fantasy and Sci-Fi that just so happens to be written by marginalized, underrepresented, and queer authors that centers marginalized characters. Then, in the Hive Mind ( 1:15:06 ), Jason and Rosie are joined by Nicola Griffith, award winning author of Ammonite , Hild , the upcoming Spear , and more, to discuss her process as a writer, conducting research on Arthurian England, and writing with, and about, disabilities. Finally, in Nerd Out ( 1:48:43 ) a listener pitches us on The Illuminatus! Trilogy. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . <a href="https://bookshop.org/books/spear-9781250819321/97812
Fri, April 08, 2022
Everything Everywhere All At Once with Writer / Directors the Daniels + Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Theories & Moon Knight Ep 2
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight go verse-jumping with Michelle Yeoh! First in Previously On ( 3:14 ), Jason and Rosie discuss the news that Warner Bros. is hitting pause on upcoming projects with Ezra Miller, theorize about the latest Ms. Marvel and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness trailers, and recap episode two of the Disney+ limited series Moon Knight. In the Airlock ( 41:44 ), they dive deep (deeeep) into the A24 film Everything Everywhere All at Once (in theaters now!) and the masterful ways EEAO plays with genre, offers thrills, laughs, and heart, explores mental health, and, of course, celebrates its iconic cast ( James Hong anyone!?). Then, in the Hive Mind ( 1:01:45 ), Jason and Rosie are joined by the Daniels, the writer/director duo behind Everything Everywhere All at Once , to discuss the multiverse as a story tool to explore morality, the brilliance of Hong Kong cinema, how the film pulled off its incredible stunt work, and the importance of telling inter-generational Asian-American stories. In Nerd Out ( 1:37:19 ) a listener pitches us on the creative comics partnership between Jeff Lemire & Andrea Sorrentino and in the Endgame ( 1:41:07 ), Jason and Rosie offer Hong Kong movie recommendations for before or after you see EEAO. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . Pick up a copy of Spider-Punk#1 by Cody Ziglar now! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Supercop (1992) – The third in the iconic Police Story franchise and the first not to b
Fri, April 01, 2022
Marvel's Moon Knight Premiere
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight eat cupcakes with Khonshu! First in Previously On ( 1:57 ), Jason and Rosie recap episode one of the Disney+ limited series Moon Knight. Then in the Airlock ( 17:04 ), they dive deep (deeeep) into the characters of Moon Knight’s first episode, the comics lore at the heart of the series, and offer dozens of theories for where the show might be headed plus where the MCU is headed as well. In Nerd Out ( 54:20 ) a listener pitches us on Marlon James’ fantasy epic Black Leopard, Red Wolf and in the Endgame ( 58:13 ), Jason and Rosie pick a mythological deity of choice whose powers they’d like to acquire. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! “Moon Knight” by Jeff Lemire & Greg Smallwood - 14 issues, originally published in 2016 (part of “ All New, All Different Marvel ”), collected in book form in 2018. – Marc Spector wakes up in an insane asylum with no powers, calling everything he knew about himself into question. Moon Knight Vol 2 #1 (aka Fist of Khonshu) – (March 1985) written by Alan Zelentz, pencils by Chris Warner, inks by E.R. Cruz, colorist Christie Scheele. Moon Knight Vol 1 #21 features a backup written by Alan Zelenetz, Harrow’s creator and Fist of Khonshu scribe. The story sees a strange man who runs into an ancient Egyptian exhibition and is pursued by Khonshu. “Marc Spector: Moon Knight” originally by Chuck Dixon – Starting in 1989 & ending in 1994; after being infected with a demonic parasite, starting in issue #38 Spector illegally e
Fri, March 25, 2022
Halo Premiere + Comics Legend Grant Morrison
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight fight the Covenant! In the Airlock ( 3:45 ), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the world of video game adaptations, including recapping and discussing the new Halo series on Paramount+, and the games they’ve been playing (well all know Jason’s only playing one game right now). In the Hive Mind ( 52:55 ), X-Ray Vision is thrilled to welcome comics writing legend Grant Morrison to the show to explore their time on Batman, X-Men, their origin story with comics, as well as their thoughts on writing comics vs. TV and the creative process. In Nerd Out ( 1:47:30 ) a listener pitches us on Final Fantasy 4 Free Enterprise and in the Endgame ( 1:49:53 ), Jason and Rosie pick their top three video game adaptations. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . Oliver’s IG The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Halo: The Fall of Reach - Written by Eric Nylund, published 2001, and serves as a prelude to the first Halo game. Available here . Batman: Arkham Asylum (aka A Serious House on Serious Earth ) - Written by Grant Morrison and illustrated by Dave McKean. Grant wants a critical reappraisal of their iconic comic, what do you think? Jan Švankmajer - Grant cited this pioneering Czech filmmaker and avant garde artist, especially his work with stop-motion and puppetry, as one of the principal inspirations for Arkham Asylum. Among Svankmajer’s best known works are Conspirators of Pleasure and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bnbd1
Fri, March 18, 2022
Live at South by Southwest: X-Ray Vision Talks Multiverses + Ms. Marvel and Moon Knight Trailer Reactions
Live from Austin, it’s X-Ray Vision! On this episode, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight perform a live show at South by Southwest! First in Previously On ( 1:29 ), Jason and Rosie discuss the upcoming Moon Knight series and the newly released trailer for Marvel Studios’ Ms. Marvel. Then in the Airlock ( 37:05 ) Jason and Rosie rank and reason out their top three Multiverses while exploring the historical and narrative importance of the multiverse device across fiction and comics. And finally, Jason and Rosie answer questions from the mailbag and from their live SXSW audience ( 55:44 ). Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , Letterboxd , + Cougar & Cub comic. The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Ms. Marvel (2014) Created by editors Sana Amanat and Stephen Wacker, writer G. Willow Wilson, and artists Adrian Alphona and Jamie McKelvie – Khan made her first appearance in Captain Marvel #14 (August 2013) before going on to star in the solo series Ms. Marvel, which debuted in February 2014. Days of Future Past (1981) Chris Claremont, John Byrne, Terry Austin – a storyline in Uncanny X-Men issues #141–142. Cube + Cube film series (Canadian series: 1997, 2002, 2004, Japanese remake: 2021) original directed by Vincenzo Natali. Into the Spider-Verse (2018) – sequels coming in October 2022 & 2023. DC Crisis on Infinite Earths (1985) by Marv Wolfman & George Perez – followed by Infinite Crisis (2005–2006) and Final Crisis (2008–2009). Secret Wars </s
Fri, March 11, 2022
Batman Movie Rankings + Batman Executive Producer Michael Uslan
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight visit Crime Alley! First in Previously On ( 2:05 ), Jason and Rosie discuss release date changes to Warner Bros’ schedule as well as the new teaser for Disney’s Obi-Wan Kenobi series. In the Airlock ( 7:19 ) Jason and Rosie rank and reason out their top five Batman adaptations. Then in the Hive Mind ( 28:08 ), Jason and Rosie welcome Hollywood legend, Batman super-fan, and theatrical Batman executive producer and originator Michael Uslan to detail his time at DC, Batman’s cinematic origins, give some Hollywood advice, and tell stories of his extraordinary life with comics. And in the Endgame ( 1:21:51 ), Jason and Rosie rank the top three times we’ve seen Thomas and Martha Wayne murdered in various Batman adaptations. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , Letterboxd , + Cougar & Cub comic. The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Batman’s Batman: A Memoir from Hollywood, Land of Bilk and Money – Michael Uslan’s second memoir. Available wherever books are sold, including here . The Boy Who Loved Batman – Michael Uslan’s first memoir. Available where books are sold, including here . For a transcript of this episode visit crooked.com/xrayvision See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, March 04, 2022
The Batman with Pete Holmes + Jason & Rosie's Batman Reading List
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight send up the Bat Signal! First in Previously On ( 2:47 ), Jason and Rosie discuss a casting in Sony’s Kraven, the imminent arrival of Netflix’s Marvel shows (and of course Agents of Shield) on Disney+, how Hollywood is reacting to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and what some newly released funko pops might tell us about Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. In the Airlock ( 13:24 ) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into Matt Reeves’ The Batman, discussing what sets the film apart from previous iterations, why it’s so good, and offering a variety of recommendations for folks to read, watch, and play after they see The Batman ( 55:28) . In this chapter of the Omnibus ( 1:25:05 ), Jason explores science-fiction’s relationship with war and vice versa. In the Hive Mind ( 1:37:29 ), Jason and Rosie are joined by comedian and podcaster Pete Holmes to discuss The Batman and in the Endgame ( 1:52:32 ), Jason and Rosie pick the craziest villain from Batman’s Rogues Gallery to see in a future Batman installment. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , Letterboxd , + Cougar & Cub comic. The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Batman: Year One (serialized as Batman #404-407 in 1987) – written by Frank Miller, illustrated by David Mazzucchelli. Batman: The Long Halloween (1996-97) – Jeph Loeb & Tim Sale, which directly led to Batman: Dark Victory & Catwoman: When in Rome by the pair in the late 90s & early 2000s. Batman: Earth One Vol 1-3 <stro
Fri, February 25, 2022
Peacemaker with Chukwudi Iwuji
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight get a hug from an eagle! First in Previously On ( 2:07 ), Jason and Rosie discuss casting news, including the Sonyverse’s Chameleon and MCU’s Blade, how immersed Paul Dano got in his Riddler role, and the release of more Thor: Love and Thunder Legos and what that might tell us about phase 4 and 5 of the MCU. In the Airlock ( 29:57 ) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into HBO Max’s Peacemaker, discussing James Gunn’s trademark style, Peacemaker season 2, and the historical precedents for DC / Marvel creative crossovers. In the Hive Mind ( 1:22:24 ), Jason is joined by Peacemaker star Chukwudi Iwuji for a charming conversation about working with James Gunn, acting from the page, his father’s burgeoning cinephilia, and trying to keep up comedically with John Cena (plus how that opening dance sequence came together). In Nerd Out ( 1:41:22 ) a listener pitches us on Amazon Prime’s The Legend of Vox Machina and the webseries Critical Role that inspired it. And in the Endgame ( 1:44:48 ), Jason and Rosie name their favorite villain turned hero. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! A-Force – Marvel’s first all female team of Avengers; debuting in 2015, created by writers G. Willow Wilson and Marguerite Bennett and artist Jorge Molina, and appearing in an alternate universe during 2015’s Secret Wars before being folded into the main continuity. It was critically lauded, but canceled in 2016 due to poor sales. Available on Marvel Unlimited . A Death in the Family – A 1988 storyline written by Jim Starlin and penciled by Jim Aparo, with cover art by Mike Mignola, and infamous because readers c
Fri, February 18, 2022
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Trailer & Poster Breakdown + Comics Corner with Jason Mantzoukas
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion, Rosie Knight, and Jason Mantzoukas settle in and talk comics! That’s right, it’s time for another installment of X-Ray Vision’s Comics Corner. First in Previously On ( 2:30 ), Jason and Rosie spend a little time unpacking a few recent news stories, including the rebirth of Paramount and some of the Super Bowl trailers; then Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeep) into the latest trailer and poster from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, offering plot and story theories, speculating on characters, and backing all of it up with extensive comics lore. In the Hive Mind ( 52:23 ), Jason Mantzoukas joins Jason and Rosie to review and recommend tons of comics, including what everyone is reading right now, some favorite comics for kids, and their back issue/quarter-bin pick, aka the comics they happened to stumble upon and fall in love with. In Nerd Out ( 1:41:27 ) a listener pitches us on alternative movie posters and in the Endgame ( 1:44:09 ), Jason and Rosie choose their mutant power. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Our Pull List for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness: X-Men: Trial of Magneto – 5 issues; written by Leah Williams, art by Lucas Werneck, August 2021. Available here . House of M – 8 core issues with some crossover arcs; written by Brian Michael Bendis & illustrated by Olivia Coipel, June 2005. Available here . Illuminati – The series with writing by Bendis that segues into Jonathan Hickman’s New Avengers run. Available here . Marvel Zombies – 5 issue l
Fri, February 11, 2022
The Book of Boba Fett Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight saddle up a rancor! First in Previously On ( 2:05 ), Jason and Rosie talk about Amazon’s LOTR and more Super Bowl Sunday trailers we might expect, Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi poster drop, Futurama’s return on Hulu, and offer some Random Recommendations. Then in the Airlock ( 15:18 ) they dive deep (deeeep) into the epic finale of The Book of Boba Fett , discussing what we might expect from future Star Wars stories, critiques of Boba Fett, and the exploration of politics and people at the heart of the Star Wars universe. In Nerd Out ( 1:10:40 ) a listener pitches us on Jim Butcher’s Dresden Files novels. And in the Endgame ( 1:13:47 ), Jason and Rosie give the Medal of Yavin to one character each in the Book of Boba Fett. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , website , author archive , & Letterboxd . The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The Absolute Book by Elizabeth Knox. Available from Bookshop . Devil House by John Darnielle. Available from Bookshop . From the Journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi – Written by Jason Aaron & Dash Aaron; the trade paperback was released in November, 2020 and chronicles Obi-Wan’s life on Tatooine as he protects Luke from the shadows and tries to stay under the radar of the Empire, but still seeks to stop injustice. Available from Comixology . The Wire – The iconic HBO series from former police beat reporter David Simon; each season expanded the scope of the narrative, starting with the Baltimore PD and the drug trade before dramatizing the docks, city politics, education and m
Fri, February 04, 2022
The Book of Boba Fett Ep 6 + Station Eleven with Creator / Showrunner Patrick Somerville
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight square off in Mos Pelgo! First in Previously On ( 2:05 ), they discuss the upcoming Halo series on Paramount+, the character posters from Amazon’s upcoming Lord of the Rings series, and the casting of Dakota Johnson as Madame Web. Then in the Airlock ( 22:08 ) they dive deep (deeeep) into Book of Boba Fett chapter 6, offering theories for the finale as well as analyzing the dichotomy of Jedi and Mandalorian philosophies. In the Omnibus ( 1:09:55 ) Jason surveys the post-apocalyptic genre. In the Hive Mind ( 1:22:25 ) Patrick Somerville, the writer and creator of HBO Max’s Station Eleven , joins Jason to unpack the series, examine human connection and genre, and probe the role of the internet in our collective consciousness. In Nerd Out ( 1:59:57 ) a listener pitches us on the spooky oeuvre of Mike Flanagan, particularly Midnight Mass . And in the Endgame ( 2:03:36 ), Jason and Rosie choose a ‘Station Eleven,’ a piece of art/media that has fundamentally shaped them. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , author archive , & Letterboxd The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Age of Rebellion Comics – Written by Greg Pak and running from April 2019 through June 2019; featuring iconic characters like Han Solo, Leia, Grand Moff Tarkin, and more. “ The Trial of Dagobah ” written by Marc Guggeinheim was featured in Age of Rebellion Special #1, available on Marvel Unlimited . Journey to the West – Originally published in the 16th century and attributed to Wu Cheng’en; according to Britannica : “In addition to the novel’s comedy and adventure, Journey to the West has been enjoyed for its biting satire of society and Chinese bureaucracy and for its allegorical presentation of human striving a
Fri, January 28, 2022
The Book of Boba Fett Ep 5: Return of the Mandalorian
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight take a trip on a Corellian Freighter! First in Previously On (2:09), Jason and Rosie briefly discuss the new Star Wars game announcements, resolving computer problems for the upcoming issue of the fantastic Image series The Good Asian (that everyone should check out), and the return of the acclaimed series Saga (with no spoilers). In the Airlock (16:27) Jason & Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into the latest episode of Book of Boba Fett (aka Ch. 1 Book of the Mandalorian). In Nerd Out (54:18) a listener pitches us on the television classic Babylon 5 . And in the Endgame (57:17), Jason and Rosie play Mando Kart, racing Rainbow Road with only their wits & their choice of Star Wars character, vehicle, weapon, & glider to guide them. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG , author archive , & other awesome work ! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! The Night Comes For Us – Written and directed by Timo Tjahjanto in 2018, who is also known as half of the acclaimed filmmaking duo The Mo Brothers, along with Kimo Stamboel. Available on Netflix. Larry Niven - Hugo, Nebula, & Locus award winning author of Ringworld ; available on Bookshop . Babylon 5 – Streaming on HBO Max. Message from Space (1978) – As referenced & recommended by Rosie in the stinger of this episode. Full film available here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 21, 2022
The Book of Boba Fett Ep 4 with Jason Mantzoukas + The Buzz of Showtime’s Yellowjackets
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight gorge on human flesh! First in Previously On ( 2:13 ), Jason and Rosie briefly discuss the Microsoft/Activision acquisition, Amazon’s Lord of the Rings teaser, Marvel’s Moon Knight trailer, and the first three episodes of HBOMax’s Peacemaker. In the Hive Mind ( 29:01 ) Jason Mantzoukas ( How Did This Get Made , Big Mouth , and more) returns to the show to discuss Book of Boba Fett and the Harry Potter Reunion. Then in the Airlock ( 1:22:07 ) Jason C. & Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into Showtime’s Yellowjackets . In Nerd Out ( 1:52:37 ) a listener pitches us on Super Sentai. And in the Endgame ( 1:56:24 ), Jason and Rosie try to survive the Canadian wilderness. Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG & Polygon piece HDTGM on EarWolf The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! IGN’s How They Made It for Amazon’s LOTR See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, January 14, 2022
Why You Should Be Watching Station Eleven (Spoiler-Free) with Jason & Haitch of Dune Pod + More Book of Boba Fett
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion brushes up on his post-apocalyptic Shakespeare! First in Previously On ( 2:02 ), Jason and Rosie Knight discuss recent news of the Image Comics Union and The Raid reboot at Netflix. Then in the Airlock ( 12:05 ) they dive deep (deeeep) into Book of Boba Fett chapter 3. In the Hive Mind ( 42:23 ) Jason & Haitch from Dune Pod return to the show for a spoiler free conversation about HBOMax’s Station Eleven , post-apocalyptic media, and finding hope in stories and art. In Nerd Out ( 1:19:52 ) a listener pitches us on Superman & Lois on The CW. And in the Endgame ( 1:23:57 ), Jason and Rosie pick an apocalypse in which to while away their days (ideally not the one we’re currently living in). Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Dune Pod’s Twitter & Apple Podcasts Check out our Dune episode with the fellas from Dune Pod! Rosie’s IG The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Station Eleven - The basis for the TV series of the same name; written by Emily St. John Mandel and nominated for the National Book Award, the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction and the Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction, winning the Arthur C. Clarke Award and the Toronto Book Award. Available wherever books are sold . The Road - A 2006 novel by acclaimed author Cormac McCarthy (who is most likely the favorite of that one artsy yet rugged friend – the one who likes “real” camping) set in a wasteland of cannibalism and decay and following the harrowing survival attempts of a father and son. Available wherever books are <a href="https:/
Fri, January 07, 2022
The Book of Boba Fett Eps 1 & 2 with Star Wars Explained + Marvel's Hawkeye Finale
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Rosie Knight destroy Rockefeller Plaza! First in Previously On (1:56), Jason welcomes us back from the holidays with his initial thoughts on the Harry Potter reunion on HBOMax. In the Airlock (4:44) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into the finale of Hawkeye as well as the long term future of the MCU. Then, in the Omnibus (48:46), Jason explores the character of Clint Barton as well as the origins of the bandit archetype. In the Hive Mind (1:04:22), X-Ray welcomes Alex and Mollie, the experts at Star Wars Explained , to break down the first two episodes of The Book of Boba Fett. And finally in Nerd Out (1:42:29) a listener pitches us on the anime series Attack on Titan . Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG Star Wars Explained YouTube Channel The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! War of the Bounty Hunters - An ongoing canon comic books event starting in 2021, written by Charles Soule, among others, and pencilled by Steve Mcniven, among others, and following, in part, Boba Fett’s attempts to get a carbonite frozen Han Solo to Tatooine to collect his bounty from Jabba. Available on Marvel Unlimited . Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe - Originally published in 15 volumes in 1982, with editing work by the renowned Mark Gruenwald. The collected deluxe edition is mainly out of print; can be found on ebay (and elsewhere) for the right price. Amazing Spider-Man: Family Business - Written by Mark Waid and James Robinson and published in 2014; featuring the Hawaiian-shirted, white-suited Kingpin. Available on Marvel Unlimited . For a closed-captioned version of this
Fri, December 24, 2021
'Tis an All Hosts Mailbag!
On Episode 17 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion, Rosie Knight, and Cody Ziglar answer your questions! That’s right, it’s an all-hosts Holiday Mailbag. So snuggle in with a hot cup of tea, a blanket, your comics in your lap, and set your television to the extended crackling fireplace because it’s time to talk about favorite crossover events, creators’ rights, Netflix’s Arcane, video games, and more! X-Ray Vision will be off on New Year’s Eve (celebrating the New Year in style), but we will see you in 2022! Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG Zig’s twitter Image Comics’ Union The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Eric Nylund’s Halo novels - Comprising The Fall of Reach , First Strike , & Ghosts of Onyx with epic space-naval battles & lots of good action. Ender’s Game with less children & more all around fun. Available on Bookshop and more. Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo - Available here . Exhalation by Ted Chiang - Available here . Dragon Ball Super by Akira Toriyama & illustrated by Toyotarou - Available here . For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here . For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 17, 2021
Spider-Man: No Way Home + Marvel's Hawkeye Ep 5
On Episode 16 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Rosie Knight try to get into MIT! First, in Previously On (1:36), Jason and Rosie recap episode 5 of Hawkeye , streaming on Disney+. Then, in the Airlock (36:00) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into Spider-Man: No Way Home , which is in theaters now. Then, X-Ray’s debut listener submitted Nerd Out (1:39:29) and in The Endgame (1:42:58), Jason and Rosie play another round of Assembly Required, picking a character from No Way Home for a randomly assigned mission (hint: holiday shopping time!). Use #XRVEndgame and let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Spider-Man: One More Day - A 2007 crossover series written by J. Michael Straczynski and Joe Quesada, with art by Quesada; controversial at the time of release, even derided by fans for its reimagining of Peter Parker & MJ’s relationship. Available on Marvel Unlimited . Spider-Man: Brand New Day - A storyline that deals with the fall out of One More Day . Available from Comixology & more. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here . For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 10, 2021
Spider-Man: No Way Homework - Villain Breakdowns, Classic Spider-Man Film Recaps, and Craziest Theories + Hawkeye Ep 4
On Episode 15 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Rosie Knight prepare for Spider-Man: No Way Home ! First, in Previously On (2:29), Jason and Rosie recap episode 4 of Hawkeye , streaming on Disney+, and share how the series has embraced comics like no other. Then, in the Airlock (24:25) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into the Spider-Verse, recapping the seven previous Spider-Man films (Maguire, Garfield, & Holland) so you don’t have to watch them all, analyzing the possibilities of No Way Home ’s villains, and offering tons of theories for No Way Home and the MCU Multiverse. Then, in The Endgame (1:08:17), Jason and Rosie play another round of Assembly Required, picking a character from the Spider-Verse for a randomly assigned mission (hint: wedding bells anyone?). Use #XRVEndgame and let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to? Plus, we got a mailbag episode coming so send your nerdy questions & queries to xray@crooked.com! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie’s IG Some of George Perez’s iconic comics work: New Teen Titans , JLA/Avengers Crossover , & More ! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Secret Wars - A twelve issue series published in 1984, written by Jim Shooter with art by Mike Zeck and Bob Layton, featuring the Beyonder and Battleworld; essentially an opportunity for Marvel to cash in on a Mattel toyline. Available on Marvel Unlimited . For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here . For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fri, December 03, 2021
Marvel's Hawkeye Episodes 2 & 3
On Episode 14 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Cody Ziglar dodge traffic (Pym arrow not included)! In Previously On (1:58), Jason and Zig recap episodes 2 and 3 of Hawkeye , streaming on Disney+. In the Airlock (37:42) Jason and Zig dive deep (deeeeep) into the theories and possibilities of Hawkeye ’s upcoming episodes. For The Omnibus (54:17) Jason lifts the lid on organized crime in the Marvel canon. And in The Endgame (1:07:05), Jason and Zig play another round of Assembly Required, picking a character or item from Hawkeye episodes 2 and 3 for a randomly assigned mission (no hints this time). Use #XRVEndgame and let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?’ (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What’s coming soon in this world that we can look forward to? Plus, we got a mailbag episode coming so send your nerdy questions & queries to xray@crooked.com! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Zig’s The Dark Weeb podcast The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Savage Land - Created by Jack Kirby and debuting in Marvel Mystery Comics #22, a prehistoric land in the modern world of Marvel comics (right near Antarctica); picture Jurassic Park with even more dinosaurs and zero rules. Daredevil - Specifically the 2011-2014 Eisner-winning series by Mark Waid with eye-popping art by mainly Chris Samnee; the series was known for its humor, introducing the villain Ikari , and featured a team-up with Spidey himself. Available on Marvel Unlimited , Comixology , and more. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/xrayvision .. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wed, November 24, 2021
Christmas Comes Early (Literally) with Marvel's Hawkeye on Disney+
On Episode 13 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Cody Ziglar grab a slice with Lucky the Pizza Dog! First, in the brand new recurring segment Nerd Out (1:41), in which nerds get to share what they love and why, Crooked’s own Kendra James (producer of Keep It & Lovett or Leave It ) sits in the captain’s chair to give the latest on Trek as Discovery season 4 premieres on Paramount+. In the Airlock (15:25) Jason and Zig dive deep (deeeeep) into the first episode (and a sprinkling of the second) of Hawkeye , out now on Disney+. And in The Endgame (53:24), Jason and Zig play Assembly Required, picking a character from Hawkeye for a randomly assigned mission (Hint: pass the gravy boat). Use #XRVEndgame & let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Friday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Zig’s Amazing Spider-Man #79 , out now! Zig’s Twitter & IG The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! My Life as a Weapon aka Hawkeye - Written by Matt Fraction with gorgeous art and covers by mainly David Aja, this is the series Disney+’s Hawkeye takes inspiration from and the series that redefined the character Clint Barton in the eyes of fans. Available on Marvel Unlimited , Amazon , etc. Avengers (2012) - This is the MCU movie that really made people sit up and notice (unless you were already sitting up, in which case it made you stand). We see the continued aftermath of the Battle of New York from Kate Bishop & Clint Barton’s perspectives in Hawkeye , revealing that, when it comes to war & loss, some wounds never heal. Available on Disney+ or for rent. Young Avengers - Created by Allan Heinberg & Jim Cheung before being relaunched by Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie after the Marvel NOW! rebranding in 2012. Both series by the different writers and artists won GLAAD Media Awards (2006, 2014) during their respective runs. Available on <a href="https://www.marvel.com/comics/charact
Wed, November 17, 2021
Disney+ Day’s Marvel News & a (Spoiler-Free) Primer on Amazon’s Wheel of Time
On Episode 12 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Rosie Knight jazzercise with She-Hulk! In the Airlock ( 0:02:09 ) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into the lore around the biggest announcements from the first annual Disney+ Day, including Moon Knight, She-Hulk, and Ms. Marvel. For the Omnibus, ( 0:49:42 ) Jason details the background and history of the character Moon Knight; in The Hive Mind ( 1:09:38 ), Jason is joined by writer and podcaster Preeti Chhibber for a spoiler-free primer on The Wheel of Time book series by Robert Jordan, the upcoming Amazon TV show (premiering November 19th), and how WoT is different (in a good way) from Game of Thrones . Finally, in The Endgame ( 1:28:34 ), Jason and Rosie play Assembly Required, picking a character from Marvel’s Disney+ Day releases for a randomly assigned mission (Hint: you can pick up some Swedish meatballs where we’re going). Use #XRVEndgame & let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Preeti’s Tar Valon or Bust podcast & Wheel of Time Review Rosie’s IG The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Moon Knight by Lemire & Smallwood - The collected volumes of Jeff Lemire & Greg Smallwood’s run on Moon Knight in which Marc Spector finds himself trapped in an insane asylum. Available on Marvel Unlimited . Patsy Walker, AKA Hellcat - Written by Kate Leth and illustrated by Brittney L. Williams, this 17 issue series started in 2015 and follows Walker after her comeback from hell and starting a super-folk temp agency. Available on Marvel Unlimited . Ms. Marvel (2015-2019) - Written by G. Willow Wilson & drawn by Adrian Alphona with tremendous creative input from Marvel editors Sana Amanat & Stephen Wacker and assistance from Jamie McKelvie. The series garne
Wed, November 10, 2021
Marvel’s Eternals + The History of Jack Kirby
On Episode 11 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion & Rosie Knight pack up & start an Amazonian mind-control cult! In Previously On…( 1:34 ) Jason goes solo to recap Eternals , the latest in the MCU, out in theaters now. In the Airlock ( 24:56 ) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into the theories and characters of Eternals . For the Omnibus ( 49:06 ), Jason chronicles the work-life of Eternals’ creator Jack Kirby; in The Hive Mind (or rather, the Uni-Mind) ( 1:14:02 ), Jason is joined by comics journalist and author Abraham Riesman for a conversation around creators rights in the comics industry, especially involving Jack Kirby and Stan Lee. Finally, in The Endgame ( 1:26:21 ), Jason and Rosie play Assembly Required, picking their Eternal to go head-to-head in a randomly selected scenario (Hint: they’ll be swiping left & right). Use #XRVEndgame & let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Abraham Riesman’s Twitter & website ! Check out Comic Book Workers United & show your support ! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Black Knight , Created by Roy Thomas & John Buscema, he’s a Marvel hero whose debut was The Avengers #47 in December, 1967; Dane Whitman is in fact the third character to hold that title. Black Knight has been a member of The Avengers, The Defenders, & MI13, Marvel’s equivalent of the famed real life MI6. Blade , Created by Marv Wolfman & Gene Colan, this half-man, half-vampire (aka dhampir)’s first appearance was 1973’s The Tomb of Dracula #10 . Wesley Snipes played the character in a trio of films that came out from 1998 through 2004 (the second was directed & written by a budding Guillermo del Toro and available on HBOMax). She-Hulk’s Past with Eros (aka Starfox) , Featured in She-Hulk Vol 2, #6-7 , from 2006, written by Dan Slott and art by Will Conrad; the arc ultimately doesn’t really resolve the fate of Eros after his escape from court, so it’s hypothetically possible that the character is still wanted for his crimes on Earth. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/xrayvision .. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.
Wed, November 03, 2021
Comics! - Best Introductory Arcs For New Readers & All-Time Favorites
On a very special Episode 10 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion is joined by both co-hosts, Rosie Knight & Cody Ziglar, for an all hosts, all comics, all conversation! In Previously On…( 1:10 ) Jason goes solo (and Soprano) to unpack the trailer of Disney+’s Boba Fett, Sony’s Morbius, and celebrate the formation of the brand new Comic Book Workers United union at Image Comics (link to support below!). In the Airlock ( 9:51 ) Jason, Rosie, and Zig dive deep (deeeeep) into the world of comics, offering entry points for eager new readers, some all time personal faves, and what they’re looking forward to in all things panel & page. In The Endgame ( 1:00:22 ), Jason, Rosie, and Zig play Some Assembly Required, picking their comics character to go head-to-head-to-head in a randomly selected scenario (Hint: stock up on Koopa Shells). Use #XRVEndgame & let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Check out Comic Book Workers United & show your support ! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Black Widow (2020) - Kelly Thompson & Elena Casagrande. Available here . Hawkeye (2012) - Matt Fraction & David Aja. Available here . Hellions (2020) - Zeb Wells & Stephen Segovia. Available here . Young Avengers (2013) - Kieron Gillen, Jamie McKelvie, & Matt Wilson. Available here . Infinity Gauntlet (1991) - Jim Starlin, George Pérez, & Ron Lim. Available here . Silver Surfer: Rebirth of Thanos (1990) - Ron Lim & Jim Starlin. Available here . X-Men: Grand Design (2018) - Ed Piskor. Available here . Ultimate Spider-Man (2000) - Brian Michael Bendis with Mark Bagley, Stuart Immonen, David LaFuente, & Sara Pichelli. Available here
Wed, October 27, 2021
Dune (2021) with Dune Pod's Jason Goldman & Haitch + A Special Endgame with Shea Serrano
On a very special Episode 9 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion fights for DESERT POWER! In Previously On…(2:13) Jason goes solo to recap the world of Frank Herbert’s Dune as brought to life in Denis Villeneuve’s new film. In the Airlock (32:48) Jason is joined by special guests Jason Goldman & Haitch of the Dune Pod to dive deep (deeeeep) into the cinematic sand dunes & rich textural history of Herbert’s novels. In The Omnibus (1:08:36), Jason explores the origin of the space empire trope and compares and contrasts Dune with Isaac Asimov’s Foundations . And in The Endgame (1:20:32) Shea Serrano drops by the pod to give his take on Dune, shout out his new book, and then Jason and Shea pick their Cafeteria Table (from Jason & Shea’s own The Connect ) of Hot Cinematic Dads. X-Ray’s Rule of Thumb: you can never have too many Oscar Isaacs. Use #XRVEndgame & let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Listen to Jason Goldman & Haitch on the Dune Pod & check out the other fantastic shows on the Tapedeck Podcast Network ! Hip Hop (And Other Things) by Shea Serrano is out now & available wherever books are sold ! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Enemy , a 2013 drama film directed by Denis Villeneuve and starring Jake Gyllenhaal in a dual role as men alike in appearance, but different in personality. The spider reference in question relates to the dreams shared by Gyllenhaal’s characters Adam & Anthony, including a dream of a naked woman with a spider head and a skyscraper-sized spider crawling through the city. Frank Herbert’s Dune (Sci-Fi), A 2000 miniseries on the Sci Fi Channel (before the ‘Y’ rebrand), written and directed by John Harrison, and followed up with a Children of Dune miniseries in 2003. Dune (’84) , directed and written by David Lynch, and featuring Kyle Maclachlan in his film debut. Heavily criticized upon release for pretty much everything except its special effects, the film bombed at the box office and Lynch disowned it. Roger Ebert scorched the movie in his review and later named it the worst movie of the year. Available on HBOMax. Silent Spring , by Rachel Carson; first published i
Wed, October 20, 2021
DC FanDome + HBO’s Succession Season 3 Premiere (& more Squid Game!)
On Episode 8 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Cody Ziglar have a latte with The Riddler! In Previously On…(2:56) Jason and Zig briefly discuss the release changes in upcoming Disney films and mourn the cancellation of FX on Hulu’s Y: The Last Man. In the Airlock (13:44) Jason and Zig dive deep (deeeeep) into the trailers that emerged from this past weekend’s DC FanDome, including The Batman, The Flash, HBOMax’s Peacemaker and more. In The Omnibus (42:36), Jason continues his exploration of the ‘deadly games’ genre to further analyze the economic and sociopolitical ideas behind Netflix’s smash hit Squid Game. Next, writer & podcaster Dave Schilling drops by this week’s Hive Mind (58:59) for an astute conversation around what makes HBO’s Succession the best show on TV & why we love the Roys despite their awful behavior. Finally, in The Endgame (1:24:48) Jason and Zig play Top Fives for their ‘favorite’ fictional billionaires. Use #XRVEndgame & tweet at Jason to let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Dave Schilling & Jonah Ray’s Galaxy Brains & Dave’s LA Times article on why men should wear skirts. Zig’s twitter: twitter.com/yayforzig & his pod (co-hosted with Brodie Reed) The Dark Weeb : available wherever you get your podcasts ! The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Batman (’89) , Directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton in the titular role with Jack Nicholson turning in a hammily deranged performance as the Joker; the film’s campy atmosphere and theatricality is both eye-catching and divergent from the gritty, more noir later Batman films of the 2000s. Available on HBOMax. Flashpoint , a 2011 crossover comics series, the bulk of which was written by Geoff Johns with art by Andy Kubert. As alluded to by Jason, this series radically shifted the landscape of the DC universe and led to the The New 52 reboot of DC’s ongoing series. 1989: Bob Dylan Didn’t Have This to Sing About , by prominent cultural theorist and poet Joshua Clover o
Wed, October 13, 2021
In Squid Game, There's No Time to Die
On Episode 7 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight play Red Light, Green Light, otherwise known as What’s the Time Mr. Wolf! In Previously On…(3:50) Jason and Rosie celebrate DC’s announcement of Jon Kent (aka the Superman of Earth) coming out as bisexual as well as the revival of the iconic Image comics series Saga by Brian K. Vaughan & Fiona Staples. In a mini-segment called The Editor’s Note (10:48), X-Ray Vision producer (and 007 superfan) Chris Lord joins to toast (with a vodka martini of course) No Time to Die and speculate on the future of the franchise. In the Airlock (26:30) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeep) into the Netflix smash hit Squid Game to unmask why the show and its capitalist critiques resonate so strongly. Next, this week’s Hive Mind (59:50) features an insightful conversation between Jason and two of the producers behind Disney+’s anime anthology Star Wars: Visions. Finally, in The Endgame (1:19:50) Jason and Rosie select their own ‘Deadly Game’ in which to compete (and hopefully not lose). Use #XRVEndgame & tweet at Jason to let us know what you think of their choices! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Saga , An iconic epic space opera in the truest possible sense; this comics fantasia tells the story of a wife & husband from warring planets, one highly technologic, the other magical, and their interplanetary adventures with their daughter and an ever-changing cast of oddballs, bounty hunters, & a robot-computer-sex-addict-prince (you read that right). Available in multiple compendiums, single issues, & more. Goldfinger , The 1964 third installment of the EON-produced 007 James Bond franchise, starring Sean Connery at the height of his prowess & charisma. While undoubtedly problematic for its portrayal of women and Koreans (specifically, characters Pussy Galore & Odd Job), the film also cemented the now trademark Bond formula of gadgets, close calls, & big action set pieces. It is considered by many to be the quintessential Bond film. Available on Hulu & more . Call of Duty: Warzone , Introduced on March 10, 2020, this free-to-play Battle Royale style game takes the incredibly popular Call of Duty FPS franchise in a slightly new direction by limiting game modes and utilizing large scale (shrinking) maps to give players room to collect cash, weaponry, and fight each other off. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_Royale_(f
Thu, October 07, 2021
Marvel's What If...? Finale + Venom: Let There Be Carnage
On Episode 6 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight go raving with a Symbiote! In Previously On… they discuss the absolute madness that is Sony’s Venom: Let There be Carnage as well as the MCU reverberations of the film’s stinger (1:12). Then, in The Airlock, they dive deep (deeeep) into the finale of the Disney+ show What If…? and the ongoing multiversal trials and tribulations of the MCU (34:21). Next, Jason cracks open the Omnibus to explore the origins and popularity of the symbiote suit that ultimately becomes Eddie Brock’s Venom (1:00:25). In The Hive Mind, Jason chats with What If…? head writer A.C. Bradley and series director Bryan Andrews about Zombie Wanda, writing and directing animation, the tragic loss of Chadwick Boseman, and drinking whisky while writing Darcy Lewis and Party Thor (1:19:33). In The Endgame, Jason and Rosie play Face Off, pondering the question of which characters (if any!) from across all franchises, properties, and universes could possibly defeat Infinite Ultron (1:39:28). Use #XRVEndgame to let us know what you think! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! Natural Born Killers , the controversial 1994 film directed by Oliver Stone with a heavily (emphasis on the word ‘heavily’) revised script by Quentin Tarantino, who later disowned the film. Stars Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis as a pair of traumatized mass murderers sensationalized by the media. Available on HBOMax. VEEP , the critically acclaimed HBO TV series, created by Armando Iannucci (as an adaptation of his earlier sit-com The Thick of It ) and starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Selina Meyer, all about the foibles of an egoistic vice president. Available on HBOMax. Don Quixote , published in two parts in 1605 and 1615 by Miguel de Cervantes, and widely considered one of the foundational literary texts of all time; it follows a nobleman (Don Quixote) who deliriously desires to become a chivalric knight of yore and looks for prospective damsels in distress to rescue with the aid of his squire, a peasant farmer named Sancho Panza. Available everywhere you can get a book (go for physical if you can). Gorr, The God Butcher , To be played by Christian Bale in the upcoming Taika Waititi directed fourth installment in the Thor fr
Wed, September 29, 2021
Star Wars: Visions Episode II - Attack of The Pod
On Episode 5 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Cody Ziglar stage an intervention to get Darcy & Howard the Duck into couples therapy! In Previously On… (1:25) Jason and Zig grab a cold one with Party Thor to catch up on the antics of the latest What If…? Then in The Airlock (18:06) they dive deep (deeeep) into their three favorite remaining Disney+ Star Wars: Visions shorts: “The Ninth Jedi” by Production I.G, “T0-B1” by Science SARU, and “The Elder” by TRIGGER. Then, in The Hive Mind (41:19), Jason welcomes Alex Damon of Star Wars: Explained to analyze the canonicity and lore potential of a few of the Visions shorts as well as give his overall thoughts on the anime anthology. Finally, in The Endgame (1:01:27), Jason and Zig play Fit Check: Spider-Verse Edition, ranking their Top Three Spidey universe costumes because “With great fits, comes great responsibility.” Don’t forget to order up your copy of Miles Morales: Spider-Man #30 out now, celebrating 10 Years of Miles Morales & featuring a short story by the one and only Cody Ziglar! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the subscribe button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! THOR: GOD OF THUNDER , by Jason Aaron and Esad Ribic, originally came out in 2012 and featured Young Thor, Modern Thor, and King Thor. Count Luchino Nefaria , a villain descended from a line of Italian noblemen who controlled the “Maggia,” the Marvel comics “Mafia,” and later acquired superpowers. Jason is referencing Brian Michael Bendis’ run on New Avengers . Akira (1988), the iconic post-apocalyptic cyberpunk anime film, directed by Katsuhiro Otomo about what happens to a biker gang when one of their members gains unbelievable telekinetic abilities. Available on Hulu . My Hero Academia , based on the manga of the same name about a boy without superpowers in a world in which powers are common but still dreams of gaining them. The anime was produced by Bones. Available on Hulu, Crunchyroll, & more . Voltron , an adaptation of several different anime, first aired in 1984 and follows five space ex
Wed, September 22, 2021
A Galaxy Far, Far Away Goes Anime in Star Wars: Visions
On Episode 4 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Cody Ziglar have the high ground when talking about three incredible shorts in Disney+’s Star Wars: Visions (dropping 9/22)! In Previously On (1:26)… they go bananas (better than flinging their feces, right?) for the trailer of Hulu’s upcoming Hit-Monkey series as well as recap the latest episode of What If…? and predict what’s coming next. Then in The Airlock (17:09) Jason and Cody dive deep (deeeeep) on three shorts from Star Wars: Visions : “The Duel” (Kamikaze Douga), “Tatooine Rhapsody” (Studio Colorido), and “The Twins” (Studio TRIGGER). Next, Jason cracks open The Omnibus (42:23) to explore the life and work of visionary director Akira Kurosawa and his prominent influence on the Star Wars universe. In The Hive Mind (1:00:34), Jason, Cody, and writer Alicia Lutes question whether Star Wars needs cinema when it has such good serialized storytelling in Clone Wars , The Mandalorian , and more. Finally, in today’s Endgame (1:19:57 )Jason & co. award their Medals of Yavin to the best characters from these three Visions shorts. Who was your favorite? Use #XRVEndgame to let us know! Tune in every Wednesday and don’t forget to Hulk Smash the subscribe button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia Introducing… The Listener’s Guide for all things X-Ray Vision, including the properties name-dropped in the episode! Hit-Monkey #1 and especially Deadpool #19-21 , which features a Spider-Man/Merc with a Mouth team-up. Basilisk , the anime series based on the manga of the same name by Masaki Segawa. The 24 episode first season is on Hulu & Funimation ; a second series produced in 2018 set ten years later is not. Sword of the Stranger (2007) is an anime film produced by Bones. Available on Funimation. RoboTech , a US-produced series broadcast on Harmony Gold that spooled together stories from three unrelated mecha anime series. Toonami , is an Adult Swim programming block started way back in 1997 on Cartoon Network that primarily airs anime. Kill la Kill , an anime series produced by TRIGGER and showcasi
Wed, September 15, 2021
A Multiverse of Possibilities with Marvel's What If...? + Shang-Chi's Simu Liu
On Episode 3 of X-Ray Vision, Christmas comes early for Jason Concepcion and rotating co-host Rosie Knight! In Previously On… they get the download on the Matrix Resurrections trailer (1:56), toggle their gamepads with the latest Marvel and DC video game news (8:02), talk about Marvel’s separation from Immortal Hulk artist Joe Bennett (16:49), geek out over the forthcoming Avengers Forever series (26:44), unwrap the Christmas extravaganza of Disney+’s Hawkeye (32:19), and give their hot takes on the first three episodes of FX on Hulu’s Y: The Last Man (44:09). In The Airlock (59:14), Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeeeep) into predictions for the final episodes of the Disney+ show What If…? and contemplate the multiverse of possibilities for future Marvel animated projects. Then on The Hive Mind (1:28:03), Jason chats with Simu Liu, star of Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings. Finally, in The Endgame (1:41:11), Jason and Rosie each rank their Top Five Pop Cultural Apocalypses. Don’t forget to Hulk Smash the subscribe button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/xrayvision .. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, September 06, 2021
Marvel's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
On Episode 2 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion navigates his way through a moving forest to bring you his take on the latest MCU film, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings ! But first in Previously On… (1:23) Jason and rotating co-host Rosie Knight discuss Netflix’s newly cast live action reboot of Avatar , geek out over the stills from the upcoming Cowboy Bebop show, howl at the moon over rumors of a Marvel Werewolf By Night Halloween Special, and recap episodes 3 and 4 of What If…? . In the Airlock (32:15) they sing their praises of Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings , then Jason cracks open the Omnibus (51:43) and dives deep into the history and context of Shang-Chi’s comic origins as well as The Mandarin’s Ten Rings. For this week’s Hive Mind (1:10:11), X-Ray Vision welcomes Phil Yu (aka Angry Asian Man) to discuss Asian American representation in pop culture and, in the Endgame (1:23:50), all three throw down their Top Five Weapons & Gear of the MCU. Don’t forget to Hulk Smash the subscribe button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/xrayvision .. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mon, August 30, 2021
The Marvelous MCU TV Shows of Disney+
On Episode 1 of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion’s spidey-senses are tingling! Jason and rotating co-host Cody Ziglar talk about the excitement surrounding the upcoming Disney+ Star Wars: Visions anthology series, dissect the mind-blowing Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer, and Jason tells all about his unexpectedly iconic look at the Shang-Chi Premiere (1:42). Then, Jason and Cody dive deep (deeeeep) into Marvel Phase 4 & the shows WandaVision , The Falcon and The Winter Soldier , and Loki currently streaming on Disney+ (24:50). Next, Jason unpacks the mythological origins of the character Loki (1:02:42) before welcoming X-Ray Vision’s very first panelist Jason Mantzoukas (1:15:57) to talk about how Marvel is changing TV and film to be more like comics. Finally, as the cherry on top of the superhero sundae, Jason Concepcion and Cody play a round of “Who’s Your Neville? Who’s Your Gollum?” (1:39:40). Because what are Podcasts if not Culture persevering? Don’t forget to Hulk smash the subscribe button! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/xrayvision .. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trailer · Wed, August 18, 2021
X-Ray Vision with Jason Concepcion (coming soon)
Introducing X-Ray Vision, the newest podcast from Crooked Media. From the mind of Emmy-award winner Jason Concepcion comes X-Ray Vision. This new weekly podcast transcends pop culture and entertainment, taking listeners from Middle-Earth to Waystar Royco, and everything in between. Hold on to your cape as we journey through the zeitgeist-iest (patent pending) of film, TV, and comics– guided by Jason’s one-of-a-kind analysis and expert guests. Test your fandom knowledge with panel discussions on the latest nerd news, casting, and show lore while staying tuned for deep dives into all of your favorite franchises. This is X-Ray Vision. Premiering August 30th with new episodes dropping weekly. Subscribe now! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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