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
174 episodes
Hollywood A.D.
Duchovny pens his final episode. Mike recalls viewing the episode live with his parents and Andrew pokes holes. Is it as good as everyone remembers?
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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1:11:45
Brand X
Mike and Andrew dive into the X-Files Does and After School Special aspect of this episode. Mike comments on the headlines of the times while Andrew discusses the new writers.
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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1:00:23
All Things
The guys dissect Gillian Anderson's episode, but they can't figure out the exact message.
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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1:04:24
Chimera
Are they ravens or crows? Andrew knows! We get a brief nature lesson. Mike breaks down the supernatural effects in the episode by getting symbolic!
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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53:55
En Ami
CSM takes Scully on a ride, but the hosts wonder what it's all for. Mike laments a missed opportunity for some humor and Andrew grapples with the constraints of the script.
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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1:11:22
THEEF
Mike complains about MRI machines and Andrew wonders about the villain's powers. What is this episode missing that could make it better?
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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1:11:25
First-Person Shooter
Andrew is unusually positive in this episode...probably because Mike gave him special orders last week. Join them for their coverage as they talk all things FPS. Does it work? Is it ridiculous? Why are the Gunmen capitalists?
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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1:07:25
X-Cops
Worlds collide in Vince Gilligan's latest. The guys praise the simplicity of the script, the acting and the overall genius approach to a bad guy you can't see.
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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54:17
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
