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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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This week on PREVIOUSLY ON… Jason and Rosie discuss some of their recent favorite movies and shows including The Agency, the conclusion of Widow's Bay and The Invitation. Then they turn to 'RAMageddon,' as the continued memory shortage hits Apple, Xb... more

Jason and Rosie break down the third episode of X-Men '97 season two, recapping the events of the episode and then diving into speculations about how pharaoh Rama Tut connects to Apocalypse and the larger Marvel landscape, and what other potential st... more

Jason and Rosie recap where we last saw the X-Men at the end of season one and then dive into the time stream to break down the first two action packed episodes of season two. One group of heroes is stranded in ancient Egypt at the dawn of Apocalypse... more

Jason and Rosie go deep on James Gunn and Peter Safran's Supergirl, breaking down where the script falls apart, what got worse in translation from Tom King's comic, and why a $170M DCU movie can't crack $300M worldwide. They also dig into what the hi... more

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Recent Guests

Ira Parker
Knight of the Seven Kingdoms showrunner
HBO/Knighthood in Westeros project
Episode: NEWS: Disclosure Day Early Reviews, YouTube to Hollywood Pipeline, Knicks Check-In + Interview w/ Ira Parker
Alan Moore
Comic book legend and writer
Episode: Alan Moore on Writing, Magic, and the Hidden History of London
Darren Smith
Writer/Producer/Director of Repo the Genetic Opera
Repo the Genetic Opera team
Episode: NEWS: Disclosure Day Final Trailer, Obsession Breaks Records, Steam Deck Price Hikes PLUS REPO! The Genetic Opera Interview
Terrance Zdunich
Writer/Star/Director of Repo the Genetic Opera
Repo the Genetic Opera team
Episode: NEWS: Disclosure Day Final Trailer, Obsession Breaks Records, Steam Deck Price Hikes PLUS REPO! The Genetic Opera Interview
Ian Tuason
Director of Undertone
Undertone
Episode: NEWS: CinemaCon (Avengers: Doomsday, The Odyssey, Disclosure Day) & Undertone's Ian Tuason
Ian Johnson
Producer on the show
X-Ray Vision / iHeartPodcasts
Episode: The Greatest Episode of Television Bracket (Part 2)
Jonathan Kermah
Author of Heal My Heroes, A Superpowered Kerm Joint
Self-published author, Heal My Heroes
Episode: NEWS: Punisher: One Last Kill Trailer, New Writers Tapped for MCU X-Men Film & Interview with Jonathan Kermah
Season Xay
Guest from History of Westeros
History of Westeros
Episode: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Roundtable (with A Storm of Spoilers and History of Westeros)
Frances Turner
Actress known for her role as Barb in Fallout
Fallout Series
Episode: NEWS: DCU Batman Lands a Writer, Oscar Noms, and an Interview with Fallout’s Frances Turner

Hosts

Jason Concepcion
Host of X-Ray Vision; long-time pop culture commentator and journalist.
Rosie Knight
Co-host and frequent co-analyst; known for deep knowledge of comics and pop culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • a real shame

    Jason was one of the best, most thoughtful & listenable podcasters in the space for years and now he hosts a show that is genuinely unlistenable. It’s brutal seeing him waste away with this crew.

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    flangeslammer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Cringe

    Who cut the check for the mando grogu round table episode. That was one of the most embarrassing things I’ve ever listened to.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mdv808
    United Statesa month ago
  • Grating.

    Hurts your ears and brain listening to Gilbert Gottfried on crack

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PodHed
    United States2 months ago
  • JFC

    Ive never heard someone who loves hearing themselves talk more than Rosie. My God.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    3803OP
    United States3 months ago
  • My god the woman is so loud

    Love Jason but legit can’t listen to the pod because of Rosie

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Skinya12345
    United States3 months ago

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A portion criticizes departures from traditional format or certain co-host dynamics.
Fans appreciate the hosts' contagious enthusiasm and nerdy depth.
A number of listeners note strong banter and energy, though some find interruptions frustrating.
Many praise the show's comprehensive recaps and breadth of pop culture topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#55
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#110
Canada/TV & Film
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#233
United Kingdom/TV & Film
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#145
Australia/TV & Film
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#217
Germany/TV & Film
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#248
Italy/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

NEWS: CinemaCon (Avengers: Doomsday, The Odyssey, Disclosure Day) & Undertone's Ian Tuason
Q: What was the genesis of Undertone according to Ian Tuason?
Tuason explains Undertone started as a radio play, developed into a found footage concept, and evolved into a feature through a collaboration with a producer who encouraged a proper, market-ready production with a larger budget and Dolby Atmos capability.
NEWS: Punisher: One Last Kill Trailer, New Writers Tapped for MCU X-Men Film & Interview with Jonathan Kermah
Q: Jonathan, how did Heal My Heroes come together and what was the origin story behind the book?
Jonathan explains that the book grew from his experiences in poetry and open mic communities, using Spider-Man as a meaningful thread to explore his relationship with his father and other personal heroes, evolving into a broader collection about heroes real and fictional.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E03: The Squire
Q: Is this the timing you kind of expected for the story?
I think it's very natural to have this reveal happen here.
NEWS: DCU Batman Lands a Writer, Oscar Noms, and an Interview with Fallout’s Frances Turner
Q: Was it nerve wracking to take on a role perceived by a passionate fandom as a villainous character?
Frances acknowledges that she didn't initially realize Barb would be perceived as a villain, but was excited to explore the complexities of her character.
NEWS: DCU Batman Lands a Writer, Oscar Noms, and an Interview with Fallout’s Frances Turner
Q: What has it been like for you to embrace the fandom surrounding 'Fallout'?
Frances shares that it's surreal and rewarding to see fans embrace her character, and acknowledges the commitment to character depth and humanity in the show.

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Two hosts deliver energetic, nerd-culture focused recaps and commentary on films, TV shows, and comics, blending news, trailer reactions, and deep dives into genre storytelling. The show thrives on banter, enthusiasm, and a habit of connecting pop culture moments to broader fandom conversations. A recurring draw is the hosts' breadth of knowledge and their willingness to explore cross-franchise implications, with some episodes leaning into bold takes and speculative crossovers that attract a devoted, entertainment-loving audience.

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X-Ray Vision launched 5 years ago and published 576 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on X-Ray Vision include:

1. Ira Parker
2. Alan Moore
3. Darren Smith
4. Terrance Zdunich
5. Ian Tuason
6. Ian Johnson
7. Jonathan Kermah
8. Season Xay

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