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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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Jun 28, 2023 · 1 hr 24 min
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.
Jun 23, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
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.
Jun 21, 2023 · 1 hr 36 min
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.
Jun 9, 2023 · 1 hr 1 min
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.
Jun 7, 2023 · 54 min
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.
Jun 2, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min
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.
May 31, 2023 · 1 hr 30 min
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.
May 26, 2023 · 1 hr 23 min
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.
May 24, 2023 · 1 hr 53 min
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.
May 19, 2023 · 1 hr 26 min
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.
May 17, 2023 · 1 hr 38 min
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.
May 12, 2023 · 1 hr 33 min
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.
May 10, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min
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.
May 5, 2023 · 1 hr 33 min
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.
May 3, 2023 · 1 hr 20 min
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.
Apr 21, 2023 · 1 hr 31 min
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.
Apr 19, 2023 · 1 hr 18 min
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.
Apr 14, 2023 · 1 hr 39 min
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.
Apr 12, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
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.
Apr 7, 2023 · 1 hr 11 min
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.