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Huge week news wise. Captain America Brave New World hits theaters. Play Station State of Play revealed tons of new looks at much anticipated titles including Metal Gear! Amazon announced a renewal of Rings of Power. Then, Nicole Maines, author of Secret Six for DC and actress from the CW's Supergirl joins Rosie and Jason to discuss her comic book origins and what it's like crafting a trans superhero Dreamer for today's audience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason and Rosie share their thoughts on Captain America: Brave New World, a film described in the X-Ray Vision group chat as “aggressively mid.” They discuss their theories on how the reshoots and rewrites affected the final film, and are then joined by Joelle and Aaron for a panel discussion of the film's strengths and flaws. 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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jason and Abu are joined by Haitch and Jason from Escape Hatch (formerly DunePod) to break down the first season of the divisive Dune: Prophecy on HBO. Check out https://escapehatchpod.com and follow Haitch and Jason on Instagram. Follow Abu: abuzafar.bsky.social 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.

Leigh Whannell’s Wolf Man came out over the weekend so Jason and Rosie rewatched a ton of werewolf themed movies to get in the right mindset. Producer Joelle Monique joins to give her spoiler review of Wolf Man in the backmatter.    Movies mentioned: The Wolf Man (1941) Teen Wolf (1985) An American Werewolf in London (1981) Gingersnaps (2000) Wolfwalkers (2020) Wolf (1994) The Howling (1981) Underworld series The Wolf of Snow Hollow (2020) Dog Soldiers (2002) Brotherhood of the Wolf (2001) Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man (1943)   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.

Skeleton Crew concludes, but was it with a bang or a whimper? Rosie and Jason discuss Jod's status as a jedi, the emotional impact of Star Wars television, and whether or not Wim we'll make an appearance in Rey's next adventure.  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.

Welcome, readers! X-Ray Vision has been a comic book, sci-fi, fantasy-loving space forever, but now we're making it official with a monthly book club. We're kicking off with our recommendation list to catch up on Superman before James Gunn's first DC feature drops AND our favorite stories from our favorite Marvel Rivals characters. Then, we'll give you a list of books to read to prep for Daredevil: Born Again. We'll be back in February to go over those books in detail. You can send us questions and comments on the reading material at [email protected].   Superman Reading Recs:  Superman All-Star Superman By: Grant Morrison & Frank Quietly (2005)  Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? By: Alan Moore and Curt Swan (1986) Superman For All Seasons By Jeph Loeb & Tim Sale (1998)  Lex Luthor Forever Evil By Geoff Johns and David Finch (2013) Superman: Red Son By Mark Millar, Dave Johnson, Andrew Robinson, Walden Wong and Killian Plunkett   Marvel Rivals Reading Recs:  Jeff the Landshark First appeared in West Coast Avengers vol. 3 #6 By Kelley Thompson and Daniele Di Nicuolo (2018) Infinity Comic - It's Jeff! by Kelly Thompson / Gurihiru (2021) Luna Snow First appeared in the video game Marvel Future Fight (2018) Comic book debut in War of the Realms: New Agents of Atlas #1 Atlantis Attacks (2020)   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.

Daredevil: Born Again trailer dropped this morning! A New Superman trailer is set to premiere at the Puppy Bowl! Could Cynthia Erivo transform her Elphaba role into a chance at Storm? The Houd in Game of Thrones, Rory McCann, is coming to Star Wars: Ashoka to take the helm as Ray Stevenson's Baylan Skoll.   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.

The first animated series for James Gunn's DCU has concluded and we've got a lot thoughts. Mainly, why are we still coding disability as monstrous? Is David Zaslav running security in Pokolistan? What's the over-under on at least one student wanting to get freaky with a fish girl? Is Doctor Phosphorus the show's MVP?  Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd  Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as we revisit the iconic Daredevil: Born Again run by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli in preparation for the upcoming Disney+ show! Join the discussion in the X-Ray Vision Discord: https://discord.gg/2ZadyCMEzY Buy a new copy for your collection.  Find one at your local comic shop. Read it on Marvel Unlimited. Borrow a copy from your library via Libby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jod betrayed us all and courageous Wim has learned nothing. The penultimate episode of Skeleton Crew left us shocked (Jod killed a defenseless man?!) and dismayed (please don't pull an Anakin 2.0, Jod!!). Why is hologram technology so prevalent? Is this the best heel turn in modern television history? How did Jod get on the Onyx Cinder? Star Wars TV, is it getting better? Rosie and Jason ponder these questions and the end of Skeleton Crew season one. 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.

Hi listeners, Rosie is here to deliver an important production update related to the fires currently impacting LA. This has caused some delays with our recording schedule, we will be back Friday with Jason & Rosie to cover the next episode of Skeleton Crew. If you live in LA and are on the path of fires, please stay safe and be prepared! We recommend the Watch Duty app to remain informed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Previously On... Rosie and Jason cover the week's biggest news including the relevance of the Golden Globes, IGN's most anticipated comic books of 2025, the Jason Mamoa DC Casting Rumors, and the new phase of Marvel's Rivals - Eternal Night. 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.

The new year is in full swing, and now that the dust has settled on the ball drop, Jason and Rosie take us through the most anticipated Movie, TV and, Video Game releases of 2025 and break it down month by month. Could 2025 be the year of Superman? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd  Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If KB has zero friends, we're dead. Jason and Rosie discuss episode 106, Zero Friends Again, directed by Bryce Dallas Howard. Ships are shedding skins like snakes, and giant crabs are luring children to imminent death! Join us as we regale in Jod Na Nawood's jaunty pirate song, worry over Neel's mountain climbing skills, and wonder when Wim's big moment will arrive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marvel's What If debuted its season 3 over the holidays. Jason and Rosie have some notes. How much interfering is a watcher allowed to do? They're quickly recapping the season and then dissecting what works and what isn't landing. Why all the happy endings? Then, is anyone else shocked at how good Creature Commandos is getting? We have some thoughts on that, too.   Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd  Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We challenge you for the right to captain this pod! Jason and Rosie recap Skeleton Crew episode five and theorize what twists are in store. Also, is Jod force sensitive or just using really strong magnets?? 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.

Christmas! Get the fireplace ready, pour the hot cocoa, and prepare to succumb to the darkness. We travel to the Carpathian Mountains with Jason, Rosie, and producer Joelle Monique to visit Count Drac…I mean Orlok? The hosts give us their impressions of the fourth and latest Robert Eggers output, Nosferatu. To wrap things up, they each rate the Eggers 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.

'Tis the season for yearly round-ups, and our 2024 movie round-up is here. Today Rosie and Jason are joined by producers Joelle and Carmen to discuss this year in Cinema! We’re talking about our favorites, what we would like to see win at the Oscars, and analyzing the trends of this year's movies. And in the end, we all discuss which 3 movies we think will have a lasting impact for the next 10 years. 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.

Look up! Call up the Daily Planet, we’ve got breaking news! Jason and Rosie react to the incredible 1st trailer for James Gunn’s upcoming Superman. Then Rosie takes us through DC Comics history to theorize about the inclusions of Kelex, Hawkgirl, and Guy Gardner’s haircut. Plus, Lex Luthor, Metamorpho, and Krypto! Finally, Jason and Rosie give their predictions for the movie. 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.

This podcast runs on hides and we’re willing to go to war for them! Jason and Rosie recap Skeleton Crew episode four and speculate about the many mysteries at play in this show. Is Jod force sensitive? Who are the parents? Why is Neel  the cutiest patootiest? 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.

There were way too many great games this year to play them all, so our X-Ray team is here to suggest a few specific games you should add to your backlog. Jason shares his progress up the Rivals leaderboard, Rosie tells us how to romance a werewolf, Abu breaks down the difficulty of a big action/adventure game, Carmen tells us why “water block” is the best item, Joelle loves getting enemies drunk, Aaron tells you why he DOESN’T recommend a game and much more!   Games discussed include: BalatroMarvel RivalsDragon Age: VeilguardHelldivers 2Wylde FlowersThe Legend of Zelda: Echoes of WisdomBaldur’s Gate 3Hades 2Unpacking   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.

  The entire X-Ray team crowds onto the couch for a multiplayer gaming session! Our 2024 video game retrospective starts off with reactions to the Game Awards, including the Arcane vs. Fallout debate. Then we lose our minds over all the trailers, from what has us most excited for Naughty Dog’s newest game, Intergalactic: the Heretic Project, to what concerns Jason has about the surprise FromSoft game, Elden Ring Nightreign. Plus Witcher 4, Borderlands 4, Split Fiction, and Turok????  The team explores the Live Service gaming landscape with the launch of Marvel Rivals, the continued success of Fortnite, and the fall of Destiny (and Concord RIP). Plus stories of the big budget games that pulled people back into gaming, the indie games that blew us away (and prompted some legal actions), and the recently released games that are consuming our end of year game time (happy holidays from Path of Exile 2’s massive skill tree!). Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd  Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To finish out the Robert Eggers series of Xtras, producers Joelle Monique and Carmen Laurent are back today to discuss the 2022 movie The Northman! It’s manly, its wild, its a little bit witchy, but how does it stack up to Egger’s other works? We discuss all of that and more in the episode. Christmas is almost here, and that can only mean one thing: Nosferatu! 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.

We’re checking back in with our favorite crew of kids, and Jodi…Judi? Crimson Jack? Captain Silva? Is Jod really a Jedi? We can’t decide, but we’re absolutely loving this show and the mystery that is unfolding before our eyes. This show has the secret juice. What could the mystery of At Attin be?! Rosie and Jason share their speculations.  Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd  Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abu is joined by Jason for a  meeting of the Landsraad high council.. They break down episode four of Dune: Prophecy and explore Valya’s scheming with her family as she attempts to win back the Emperor’s confidence and defeat Desmon Hart. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd  Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Abu: https://x.com/abu_zafarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to squad up! Jason and Rosie manage to pull themselves away from Marvel Rivals to discuss their impressions of Marvel’s new hit free-to-play game. They share what’s been the most fun and what they hope to see in the future for Marvel Rivals. Then we dive into James Gunn’s new animated series for the DC Universe, Creature Commandos! We recap the first two episodes and ask the big important question we’ve all been thinking: what does Amanda Waller do all day? Plus, a history of the Creature Commandos in 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.

Next up in our Robert Eggers series of Xtras is the 2019 movie The Lighthouse. This cosmic horror is centered around themes of toxic masculinity and power dynamics! Producers Joelle Monique and Carmen Laurent recap and discuss the movie's meaning and Eggers' choices in creating it! Are you a man who likes horror movies? We wanna know! 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.

We’ve still got Gladiator on the brain here with the X-Ray Vision team! Jason and Rosie are welcoming the Xtras Team Joelle Monique, Carmen Laurent and Aaron Kaufman to discuss the most deserved brutal character deaths from film & TV, and in the end we all share which characters we WISH would get their comeuppance, but have yet to see their fateful ends. Who gets their big thumbs DOWN? Listen and find out! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abu is joined by Jason and Rosie for a bull hunting trip. They break down episode three of Dune: Prophecy and explore the questionable storytelling choices of this series so far. Don’t worry, no hosts were poisoned in the making of this podcast. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord Follow Abu: https://x.com/abu_zafarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has nobody ever heard of At Attin? What exactly is “the Barrier?” And will Neel ever build up the courage to speak with Roona? Jason is here to break down this refreshing take on the Star Wars universe, and Joelle and Aaron ride up on their speeder bikes to share their predictions and reactions. 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.

Kicking off a new series of extras in anticipation of the new Robert Eggers film “Nosferatu”, producers Carmen Laurent and Joelle Monique will be covering the Eggers filmography! We start this week with his first feature film “The VVitch” we start with a brief recap of the movie, and we dive into the interesting choices Robert Eggers makes as a director. And we ask, is this a “Good for her!” film? Live Deliciously! 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.

Jason and Rosie are joined by Joelle to share their definitive list of the best Thanksgiving movies ever, from comedies to dramas to indigenous films and more! They also debate what exactly makes a good Thanksgiving movie. Is it just vibes? Is it the autumn season? Does the holiday have to play a central role? 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.

Abu is joined by fellow Dune nerds Haitch and Jason from Escape Hatch to break down the second episode of Dune: Prophecy on HBO! Check out https://escapehatchpod.com and follow Haitch and Jason on Instagram. 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.

Always with you, sis. Jason and Rosie react to the beautiful finale of Arcane. From the battlefield to the dance floor, there was a LOT that happened in these final three episodes, and our hosts share their read on the show, insights from the creators, and what parts hit us the hardest. Our Xtras hosts Aaron, Abu, and Joelle join to talk about the pacing, which storylines we expect to continue in the future, the MANY many easter eggs placed along the way, which character left Jason wanting more, and of course, the jail scene. To close out our coverage of Arcane, everyone picks which character they would choose to main if we were jumping into a match of League of Legends after watching Arcane. 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.

GET OUT OF MY HOUSE! The XRV team has seen Gladiator II, and they were in fact entertained. Join us today as Jason and Rosie recap the film. They invite producer Joelle Monique to review the movie together and discuss how it could have been even better. Then to wrap it all up, the panel of hosts asks when was the last truly great Ridley Scott film released? They take us through a ranking of all of his films of the 21st century. 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.

Are you not entertained!? Well, whether you are or aren’t entertained, Rosie and Jason are here to recommend their favorite underrated movies and shows of the “Swords & Sandals” genre to watch after Gladiator and in preparation for Gladiator II. The recommendations: Spartacus The 13th Warrior Rome (HBO series) A Knight's Tale Kingdom Of Heaven (Directors cut) Immortals Honorable mentions in this episode: Quo Vadis Ulysses Ben-Hur Troy 300 Clash of the Titans The Eagle Fall of The Roman Empire Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason and Rosie are joined by Abu to break down the first episode of HBO’s Dune: Prophecy. They discuss the question of timeline, the complex politics at play, and the clunky exposition of this episode. Then, Abu reveals the deep-cut lore references and easter eggs you might’ve missed. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a difference an Act makes! Jason and Rosie react to episodes 4, 5, and 6 of Arcane Season 2, and it feels like every critique we had for the previous three episodes have been directly addressed this time around. We get a better view of the everyday citizens of Zaun, explore the growing relationship between Vi and Jinx, and get a newly introduced VERY important character! Plus, Aaron steps in to share his favorite updated hairstyles. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In preparation for the upcoming Gladiator 2, Jason and Rosie enter the Coliseum to revisit Gladiator. They discuss what makes Commodus such a great villain, the creative and brutal violence, and why this film stands among the best films of 2000. Then in the Omnibus, Jason cracks open the history books to share some Rome Facts. Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Penguin’s top hat still casting a shadow and the debut of Creature Commandos just weeks away, Jason and Rosie break down the future of James Gunn’s DC Universe. How does Matt Reeves’ Batman universe fit into everything? What kind of stories do we expect from HBO’s Lanterns? What are we looking forward to from David Corenswet’s Superman? Plus, in Previously On, a deep dive into the three new trailers for that OTHER cinematic universe, with What If, Captain America, and Thunderbolts*! Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision Discord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.