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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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Feb 11, 2025 • 17min
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 DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2025 • 24sec
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Feb 8, 2025 • 20min
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.

Feb 6, 2025 • 48min
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 DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 2025 • 47min
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 DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 2025 • 29min
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.

Jan 31, 2025 • 1h
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 DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2025 • 44min
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 DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 10min
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 DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2025 • 24min
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.