This Is Not Happening: Another X-Files Podcast
A couple of friends sit down and breakdown The X-Files episodes with fun, irreverent and sometimes insightful commentary. Join Mike and Andrew (with previous members) on their unique journey through one of sci-fi’s most important shows. The shenanigans never stop as they dig deep into each episode. Their friendly and at times antagonistic banter brings the discussion to life when debating the show’s story beats and merits. Join in on the fun!
Episodes
165 episodes
Closure
Despite the episode's flaws, Mike tries to hang on the positive at the end. Andrew, however, does not.
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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1:20:23
Sein Und Zeit
It's here. The guys begin the trek through the two-parter that closes out Samantha Mulder's story. What a ride! There's deception, disappearing kids, perverts and suicide. Surely this action-packed romp is satisfying ... right?
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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1:04:58
The X-Files Game (1998)
The guys take a short break from covering the show to sink their teeth into the official video game! With a brief rundown of the story, they talk about Point and Click adventure games, how it fits into the show (if at all) and the production of...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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51:55
Signs and Wonders
Mike and Andrew discuss all the slithery details of this religious episode. One of the more important questions: Why is it Mulder who's seemingly interested in the religious angle?
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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1:11:42
The Amazing Maleeni
The guys strap in to discuss magical antics and hone in on the episode's finer details. Mike gets hung up on the leaps in logic and reality during a crime. Is he becoming Andrew?
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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52:38
Orison
The guys tear this one open and examine all its contents. What are the implications of God's message? Is Donnie really a devil? What are the ramifications for Scully's final act?
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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1:30:21
The Goldberg Variation
Mike and Andrew discuss Weems' powers and how they're utilized. Will Shia come back for the sequel? What is it about this episode that makes it fade into the Forgotten Realm?
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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58:39
Rush
Andrew grumbles about the physics and Mike comes up with clever ways to indicate speed in this episode.
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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1:14:35
Millenium
Special guest Victoria joins to cover this crossover episode! Mike finds issue with the scope of the end-times theme and Andrew questions who is a zombie.
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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1:29:20
Hungry
Costume machines and horny therapists! We travel with Rob Roberts as he navigates his compulsion to eat brains. The hosts enjoy the unique nature of the episode and tally the plot sins of the victims.
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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54:37
The Sixth Extinction: Amor Fati
Mike grumbles about Mulder becoming Jesus. Andrew scoffs at Scully's new role of being a virtual beacon for spiritual visitations. This one doesn't fare well.
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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1:12:33
The Sixth Extinction
Season 7 opens with a whimper. Despite all the fantastical, awe-inducing revelations...the guys are left unimpressed. Mike can't understand how Mulder can so neatly and cleanly write a tiny message in blood while Andrew stews at Krichgau's abil...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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1:06:01
Tribute to Mark Snow
As the guys prepared for Season 7, composer Mark Snow passed away. They decided to pay tribute to him before launching into the next season. Join them as they break down his work on the X-Files like never before. Capturing many moods of the sho...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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1:05:45
Top 3 Bottom 3 Awards Show
The guys come together to revisit season 6 and make their picks for the best and worst episodes! Complete with poll results from you, THE FANS!
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Season 6
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Episode 23
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1:12:19
Biogenesis
Mike and Andrew discuss the current state of the mythology and the writers' choices moving forward...it all starts HERE. Andrew commends Scully's big scene and Mike expresses a budding distaste for Mulder's new power.
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Season 6
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Episode 22
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1:06:01
Field Trip
The guys gush over the writing in this one and debate the sentience of the fungus. Do the agents have more agency in their hallucinations than we are led to believe?
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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1:09:31
Funniest Moments
Farsley Barkle sits down and discusses some of the best moments from the show. Join him, won't you?
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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1:04:14
Three of a Kind
The guys appreciate the Gunmen getting another episode. Mike hates the Power Rangers and also thinks bus accidents shouldn't be so bloody. Andrew enjoys the guest star John Billingsley.
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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52:57
The Unnatural
The guys have a fun discussion about Duchovny's episode. We've left in the errors in Mike's script, which he has CLEARLY written himself.They discuss the nature of the story, the framing and mop puzzles.
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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57:49
Milagro
Buckle up, Andrew hates this one. Mike is left trying to understand the disappointment.
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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1:00:23
Trevor
Mike gushes about this episode. The music is on point and the mood is dark. The two discuss Pinker's ability, the pieces of the case and the superb approach to this monster-of-the-week.
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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1:19:54
Alpha
Puns incoming! Angry pups in this episode. Does it fare better than Shapes? FIND OUT! Andrew screws up Mike's clips again.
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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1:25:34
Arcadia
Is this episode really that good? It IS technically a fan-favorite, but the guys poke some holes that leave it a bit like Swiss Cheese. Despite being corrected by both Mike and the live chat, Andrew sticks to his guns that Big Mike was killed.&...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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1:11:23
