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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!

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Jul 31, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
You’re Wrong Friend: Science fact is required to make good Sci-Fi (w/ Does It Fly? Pod & interview w/ Shinji Higuchi)
Live from SDCC last weekend, its Does it Fly? And X-Ray Vision! Enjoy this panel and Q&A from the whole gang as they argue and forget which side they are on. PLUS stick around for the end for an interview with director of the newly remastered theatrical release of 2016’s “Shin Godzilla” Shinji Higuchi! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 29, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Roundtable!
I herald his beginning. I herald your end. I herald the roundtable! Jason and Rosie are back to dive deeper into Earth 828. Joining them are Joelle and Aaron, and there is dissension among the ranks! How do we feel about Reed and Sue’s relationship? What’s going on with baby Franklin? And why wasn’t there more Mole Man??? Plus, our X-Ray Vision foursome explores how the shadow of Superman impacts the movie, invokes the Eternals, and debates the post-credit scene. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 28, 2025 · 31 min
Foundation Season 3 Episode 3
Jason and Rosie are joined by Abu to recap and dive deep into the third episode of Foundation season three. Plots are unfolding on Trantor as all three clones of Cleon find ways to rebel, and the Mule proves to be a powerful adversary for the chiseled and handsome Pritcher. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow Abu: Bluesky & Twitter Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 27, 2025 · 44 min
SDCC News + Alien: Earth Noah Hawley and Alex Lawther Interview
Jason and Rosie went to Comic Con and they're bringing you all the news live from the Alien: Earth podcast booth, joined by Joelle Monique and Ian Johnson. In addition to discussing the slew of spin-offs announced they also take a look at the Predator: Badlands trailer, review the Eisner winners, and poder the impact of Fantastic Four's box office. Then Jason and Joelle sit down with the creator of Alien: Earth, Noah Hawley and actor Alex Lawther. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 25, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Instant Reaction
Fantastic FOOOUUURRR!!! Marvel’s first family arrives in all their retro glory. But did they stick the landing? Jason and Rosie start with a spoiler free review, and then dive into the spoilers with thoughts on what the movie does and doesn’t do well (or at all). Finally, Jason and Rosie give their predictions for the opening weekend box office. We’ll be back next week with our Fantastic Four Round Table, where we dive deeper into the movie and have some dissenting opinions! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 24, 2025 · 38 min
Fantastic Four: Who Are Galactus and Silver Surfer?
Every hero needs a good villain, and sometimes that villain is a giant planet consuming cosmic entity or his metallic herald riding on a surfboard! The Fantastic Four will face off against Galactus and Shalla-Bal, and Jason and Rosie are here with your Shield briefing on both of these intergalactic beings! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 22, 2025 · 47 min
Who Are The Fantastic Four?
Marvel’s First Family is finally joining the MCU, and Jason and Rosie are here to prepare you for their next big adventure on the big screen! Featuring some of our favorite comic book moments and stories, we’re making sure you have all the essentials on Reed, Sue, Ben, and Johnny! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2025 · 45 min
Foundation Season 3 Episode 2
Jason and Rosie are joined by Abu to briefly recap and dive deep into the second episode of Foundation season three. Dusk is getting desperate, we learn more about the Mule’s abilities, and a big reveal at the end shakes up the power dynamics of this universe. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow Abu: Bluesky & Twitter Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 20, 2025 · 38 min
NEWS: John Malkovich is CUT from F4, Zelda casting, Emmy noms PLUS interview w/ Ari Aster
This week on PREVIOUSLY ON, we’re talking John Malkovich as the Red Ghost being cut from the upcoming Fantiastic Four: First Steps movie, Nintendo confirms the actors set to play Link and Zelda in the upcoming film, highlights and snubs of the Emmy nominations, and Christopher Nolans “The Odyssey” sells out on IMAX 70mm a year in advance! Plus, stick around for Rosie’s interview with Ari Aster, director of the new film “Eddington”. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 19, 2025 · 21 min
Trailer Bonanza!
Don’t worry, NEWS will be here tomorrow! Today its time for a TRAILER BONANZA! Hot off the presses, we’ve got fresh trailers for Mortal Kombat 2, Alien: Earth, Tron: Ares, AND the FINAL season of Stranger Things! Enjoy Jason and Rosie’s instant reactions, and watch the trailers yourself: Mortal Kombat 2 [YouTube] [IMDB] Alien Earth Trailer 2 [YouTube] [IMDB] Tron: Ares [YouTube] [IMDB] Stranger Things 5 [YouTube] [IMDB] Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 18, 2025 · 54 min
KPop Demon Hunters: Breakdown / Takedown
We’re gonna be, gonna be golden! It’s been one month since Netflix released KPop Demon Hunters and everyone is STILL talking about it (and singing along). We sit down to recap the surprise hit of the summer on this week's Popcorn Popout. Plus Aaron shares a playlist highlighting the real life voices of HUNTR/X and shares some of his favorite fictional boy bands and girl groups. Finally, Joelle gives us an Omnibus on the rise of Sony Animation Studios. Aaron’s Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/12ed1Kw4sbm07uC10Sf8Js?si=b5ef98b92bcd4edd Songs Mentioned In This Episode: Golden - HUNTR/X Your Idol - Saja Boys Mine - Audrey Nuna SNOWCONE - Rei Ami Armageddon - aespa LAST WALTZ - Twice Show Me - Tea Party MALO - Shax Honest - Cotton Candy We Rise - Cotton Candy Coal Mine - Bob’s Burgers Nobody Like U - 4*Town Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 15, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Superman Roundtable
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's another smash hit for Warner Brothers. Audiences flocked to see the first theatrical release in James Gunn's DC Universe, which earned over $200 million in its opening weekend. Jason and Rosie are joined by producers Carmen, Aaron, and Joelle to discuss Gunn's take on women in superhero films, the impact of the ensemble cast, and whether or not David Corenswet's Superman could play nice with Robert Pattinson's Batman. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2025 · 50 min
Foundation Season 3 Episode 1
As Hari Seldon predicted, Jason is joined by Abu to briefly recap the first two seasons of Foundation, and then dive deep on the first episode of season three. The Cleons are messier than ever, the Empire is in trouble, and the Foundation finds itself facing another crisis. All while the Mule is wreaking havoc. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow Abu: Bluesky & Twitter Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 12, 2025 · 17 min
NEWS: Dune, Dinos, and Blade (sort of)
This week in PREVIOUSLY ON! Jason is joined by producers Joelle and Abu to discuss the week’s biggest headlines, including: How much Nicholas Hoult took home for Superman, Jurassic World Rebirth at the box office, Blade costumes come to light, and the Playstation Ghost of Yotei State of Play! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 11, 2025 · 53 min
Superman Reactions and Interview with David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan
Look up! It’s Jason and Rosie’s reaction pod to James Gunn’s Superman (2025) where they gush about the film, from the terrific Mr. Terrific to the excellent casting of Superman. And speaking of Superman’s casting, Joelle interviewed David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Jurassic World Rebirth Roundtable
Jason and Rosie are joined by Aaron and Carmen for an adventure to another island along the equator full of even more deadly dinosaurs! The crew breaks down their thoughts on Jurassic World Rebirth, from the music to the ethics of killing dinosaurs, plus the question of why every Jurassic Park film needs a family. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 8, 2025 · 44 min
The Road to Superman with James Gunn
To prepare for the dawn of a new Superman, Jason and Rosie are taking a quick look back. We explore the road to James Gunn’s version of Clark Kent, the comic books that inspired the movie, and we ask what this movie means for the next steps of the DC Universe. Plus, a special one-on-one interview with director James Gunn himself! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 5, 2025 · 33 min
NEWS: Project Hail Mary Trailer Reaction, Megan 2.0 Box Office Failure, and The New York Times Top 100 Films of the 21st Century
This week on news, Rosie and Jason ponder what caused Megan to flop at the box office. Is this a Blum House misstep or a change in the culture? Then, we're looking at the film adaptation of Andy Weir's best-selling novel Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling. We gently judge the ranking of the New York Times' top 100 Films of the 21st Century List and share our top 10 movies of the past twenty-five years. Plus, Jason and Rosie remember actor Michael Madsen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 4, 2025 · 54 min
Jurassic World Rebirth Reactions
On this week's Popcorn Popout, Rosie is joined by dino-expert and mad scientist Joelle to dive deep into Gareth Edwards’ blockbuster reboot Jurassic World Rebirth, the latest installment in a franchise that refuses to go extinct. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 3, 2025 · 1 hr 12 min
Ironheart Reactions (Episodes 4-6)
Jason and Rosie are here with their reactions to the ambitious final three episodes of Ironheart! We show some love for Zeke Stane, break down the mixing of magic and tech, and react to the cameo from [REDACTED]. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.