X-Philes Talk X-Files

It's hard to say goodbye to something you love, and for fans of The X-Files, we've had to say goodbye multiple times, only to see our show revived back to life thanks to the power of its fans' collective passion. It's this same passion for the show, even two decades years after it premiered, which drove us to create this podcast back in 2015 and which has sustained it ever since. With the end of season 11 seemingly being the end of the show for all intents and purposes, this is probably going to be the final episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files. But don't worry, we've still got a lot to talk about. Mostly about season 11, but we also reminisce about the show as a whole, and look back at some of our favorite episodes from the classic years. Even though the podcast is going away (unless there does wind up being a season 12 or third movie) you can still keep up with all things X-Files at xfiles.news. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast, don't forget that we recorded a bonus episode exclusively available to listeners who make a $5 donation in support of the show, to help keep our archive of episodes online for posterity. You might also like to check out David's book, Nightlights, which is a novel dealing with X-Filey themes centered around an alien abductee. Music credits in this episode: Jazzy Frenchy by Bensound I Want To Believe by Eamon Ambrose & Doesn't Matter

And so it all comes down to this... After the perfect ending for Mulder and Scully in Nothing Lasts Forever, we have a whole other episode that centers around their (and everyone else's) search for their long-lost son, William. It's like X-Files does It's A Mad Mad Mad Mad World except, you know, less entertaining. Avi, Keva, and David pick apart My Struggle IV and debate whether or not this is a fitting end to the show, to these characters we've loved for more than two decades, and whether or not it's a decent episode or not, period. Once you're done listening with this ep of the podcast, we highly recommend you check out our bonus episode and read Avi's lengthy review/interview with Chris Carter over on xfiles.news. We'll be back next week, but in the meantime, send us your questions on anything X-Files and we'll do our best to answer them on next week's show. Tweet @xfilesnews and use the hashtag #askxphiles

The final (ahem) episode of The X-Files' 11th season was one for the books: a multi-layered standalone that has a lot to say about a lot of things, and also stands as a near-perfect culmination of the Mulder-Scully relationship. Except not everyone feels that way. David, Keva, and Avi talk Nothing Lasts Forever, written by Karen Nielsen and directed by James Wong, which is - very possibly - the final ever monster of the week episode before next week's (series?) finale (and likely Gillian Anderson's final ever appearance as Dana Scully) My Struggle IV. Join us we try to cram everything we loved about this episode into an hour - and don't forget to check out our bonus podcast episode and David's new book, Nightlights.

The X-Files is back to basics this week with a down and dirty episode that sees Mulder and Scully investigate a couple of murdered children, but do their presence in this small town actually make matters worse? David, Keva, and Roi talk the creepiest ep of the revival yet, which, thanks to the memorable Mr. Chuckleteeth, just about avoids going down in history as "the killer Teletubbies" episode. One thing's for sure, after listening to this ep, you're bound to have a certain earworm stuck in your head again (sorry not sorry). Useful links Bonus XPTXF ep Nightlights

This week on X-Philes Talk X-Files, David and Roi attempt to talk about S11's notoriously dialogue-free episode, and the result is one of our decidedly shorter podcasts. Despite some noisy hatred of the episode among some circles of fans, David attempts to defend the episode by suggesting maybe this is one time we should just quit nitpicking the scientific inaccuracies of Earth 2 and enjoy the episode in a vacuum. An opinion which is sure to go down like a lead balloon. Roi, on the other hand, brings the nitpicking full force and even points out why Scully's security PIN is a poor choice (because you know you want to know why). Finally, we wanted to give a huge thanks to everyone who has donated in support of the show. We hope you've enjoyed our bonus episode. If you haven't heard it yet, find out more here. Cheers!

It's a Skinner-centric story this week as David, Keva, and Avi talk Kitten. Everyone's favorite assistant director's S11 ep had it all: Vietnam flashbacks, a monster in the woods, and still managed to move the overall story forwards. Also up for debate: the problem with The X-Files' relentless Trumping, the future of the show given Gillian's decision and the Disney takeover, and what we as fans really want to happen. Since The X-Files is taking a two-week break while the Winter Olympics are happening, our podcast will be taking a brief hiatus too. But you can still get fresh X-Philes Talk X-Files in your life: download our bonus episode Cold Cases, Stolen Lives in which David, Avi, and Keva discuss the two X-Files audio shows exclusive to Audible, based on the comic book series written by Joe Harris.

What starts out seeming like a run-of-the-mill monster of the week episode turns out to be anything but, as Mulder and Scully are finally(!!!), kinda, reunited with their long-lost son, William, now known by the name given him by his adoptive parents: Jackson. David, Keva, and Roi applaud the episode which we're pretty much unanimous in considering the best episode of the revival years (so far?) and pretend that none of the rest has happened.

Imagine, if you will, a man called Fox Mulder, creature of the 20th century. He has a penchant for sunflower seeds and archiving adult entertainment VHS tapes, yet who's reputation is as spooky, rather than creepy. Were he not already currently living in the Twilight Zone - a fact evident by his choice to go squatching rather than deal with the pending global apocalypse - his visitation by a misremembered blast from the past brings all of us into a strange middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, between the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of absurdity. It is an area which we call season eleven. This week on X-Philes Talk X-Files, David is joined by Keva and Ky to discuss fan favorite Darin Morgan's latest offering, which is quickly shaping up to be a love it or hate it episode for the ages. Submitted for your approval...

David, Roi, and Jessa talk another Chris Carter-penned episode, and it's not actually all bad. There's actually quite a lot to be liked here: some creepiness, some nods to past episodes, and some motel room lovin'. Of course, there's also plenty not to like here: most centered around that aforementioned motel room lovin'... and a reference to one St. Rachel. As always, be sure to let us know your thoughts over at xphilestalkxfiles.com

Regardless of what you thought about My Struggle III, This is a welcome change of pace that shows The X-Files is at its best when Mulder and Scully are together on screen for the duration (shock!) David and Keva dive into the episode that's alternately been described as X-Files does Black Mirror or North By Northwest, as a deceased blast from the past sets everyone's two favorite FBI agents on an action-packed quest which prompts us to make mention of many past episodes. It's basically just a giant easter egg hunt for x-philes. The conversation also offers another take on CSM's William revelation and the recent treatment of Scully, Gillian's assertion that she is done playing the role following this season, and how we as fans are processing the idea that this really could be the end. As always, we'd love to hear what you think. About all of this. Let us know in the comments here. If you haven't already downloaded our bonus episode covering The X-Files audio series, please consider making a $5 in support of the podcast and get immediate access to this exclusive bonus podcast episode here.

Following on from the end-of-the-world cliffhanger that ended season 10 and left the show painted into a corner of its own making, The X-Files returns with My Struggle III, the debut episode of season 11. David is joined by Avi, Tiffany, and Garrett for a cathartic exchange about the merits and frustrations of how Chris Carter is retconning the mythology for contemporary times. Although I personally finished my initial viewing of the episode with a huge smile on my face and feeling like the show had found its stride again, it unfortunately didn't take much further thought to recognize the episode's shortcomings. Listen to the podcast here, and then let us know your own thoughts at xphilestalkxfiles.com Also, don't forget we have a bonus episode where David, Avi, and Keva discuss the Audible X-Files series Cold Cases and Stolen Lives, based on the X-Files comic books written by Joe Harris. Make a donation to support the podcast to get access to this exclusive bonus episode.

When it was announced last year that The X-Files would once again return to our screens for another revival, we determined pretty quickly that'd we'd resurrect our little podcast for the occasion too. So here we are. This week, David, Keva, and Roi catch up on everything X-Files that's happened since we last spoke, as well as look ahead to season 11 of our favorite show. We also come baring an bonus episode, in which David, Keva, and Avi talk the two X-Files audio shows exclusive to Audible, Cold Cases and Stolen Lives. This bonus episode is being offered exclusively to listeners who make a donation in support of the show.

Finally – much later than originally advertised – the final episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files (until season 11!) has arrived… Join David as he answers a slew of listener questions, then is joined by Avi, Tiffany, and Garrett to discuss the revival as a whole and take part in a quiz with questions based on My Struggle, Founder’s Mutation, Mulder and Scully Meet the Were-Monster, Home Again, Babylon, and My Struggle II. We also have a guest interview and even more besides. Yes, it’s a jam-packed final episode that is a miracle it was edited down this short. I really hope you enjoy it. Thank you so much for listening. Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

So, er, that’s all folks… Season 10 ends with an episode that a lot of fans had a lot of problems with – for a lot of very different reasons. David tries to make some sense of the resulting mess with the help of Keva, Jessa, and Trish – the latter two of whom have spoken with Dr. Anne Simon and have relevant science to impart that could shed light on the future of The X-Files’ mythology storyline. This is also your last chance to send in a listener question, as we will be doing one more show next week where we address the entire six episode revival, so head on over to davidtharwood.com now and hit “Contact.” Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

Only Chris Carter could write an episode dealing with the idea of a united humanity and make it one of the most divisive hours of television ever. Fans either loved it or hated it. Join David, Jessa, and Roi as we talk Babylon this week on X-Philes Talk X-Files. Oh, and SPOILER alert: this episode of XPTXF contains strong language from the very beginning. Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

Who says you can’t go Home Again? The fourth episode of The X-Files’ tenth season (though the second produced) pays homage to the classic era of the show while at once feeling fresh and modern. Yep, this Glen Morgan written/directed episode has something for everyone to love, right? Listen in as David, Jessa, and Roi discuss the episode that saw us saying “hello” to the Band-Aid Nose Man, saying “goodbye” to Maggie Scully, and singing along to “Downtown” while a Lawn Gnome Suburban Lady is violently torn apart. Ah, X-Files, we love you :) Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip

From the moment we first glimpse the stoner couple last seen in Quagmire, it seemed Mulder and Scully Meet the Were-Monster was destined to become an instant classic beloved by x-philes all over the world. And indeed it was – and is. It’s a bloody great episode – funny, charming, and filled with easter eggs for the most devout fans. Unfortunately, not everyone loved it… Tune in to this week’s episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files to hear David, Garrett, and Tiffany discuss the episode one of them describes as “the best thing X-Files has done in 14+ years.” As always, we’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment below or hit us up on Facebook or Twitter. If you’d like to support this podcast, you can now do so by clicking on our virtual tip jar at xphilestalkxfiles.com – any amount is greatly appreciated. Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

The X-Files are back! The revival is finally here! Join David, Avi, and Tiffany as they discuss the first two episodes of Season 10: My Struggle and Founder’s Mutation. Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

Six years after The X-Files TV show finished, Chris Carter reunited Mulder and Scully for their second big screen outing, I Want To Believe. Finally, we got to see Fox and Dana in the wild, taking a break from the alien conspiracy, and instead tackling the core theme of the show head on: faith. Join David, Avi, and Roi for an in-depth discussion of every phile’s second-favorite X-Files movie just TWO DAYS before the revival hits US TV – and see if you can better David as he takes on Roi’s questions in the podcast’s toughest quiz yet! Enjoy!

“It means The X-Files will go on forever,” said Skinner. The next episode was the last. That’s right, folks, on this week’s podcast we’re talking the final few episodes of The X-Files’ initial run: Scary Monsters Jump The Shark William Release Sunshine Days The Truth Be sure to grab your tissues, as this bunch of episodes does not let up. We also discuss the whole nine years of the TV show in retrospect as we gear up for the imminent revival. But wait, there’s more… It’s a jam-packed episode this week. David is joined by Tiffany and Garrett – and then Avi, Keva, Roi, and Becky jump in half-way through too! Apologies that the sound quality is not the greatest in this episode, but we do have some revival news for you – and *some* of us have now seen the first THREE episodes of the revival. Rest assured, we’re keeping it completely spoiler free here. Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

Just over two weeks to go until we get brand new X-Files!!! This week, David is joined by Tiffany and Garrett Devol from Xfiles.News as we discuss a selection of episodes from the middle of season nine: John Doe Hellbound Provenance Providence Audrey Pauley Underneath Improbable Doggett forgets who he is, Reyes sees dead people, William gets kidnapped from the care of the lone gunmen, Reyes enters the Twilight Zone, John Shiban does Jekyll and Hyde, and Burt Reynolds is God. We really hope that you’ve been enjoying the X-Philes Talk X-Files podcast. If you have, please support us: Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

Kick off a new year by kicking back with some platonic polish sausage as David is joined by Keva, Roi, and Avi to discuss the first bunch of episodes in the show’s ninth season (we can’t really call it the final season now, can we?): Nothing Important Happened Today Nothing Important Happened Today II Daemonicus 4-D Lord of the Flies Trust No 1 Featuring: Aaron Paul from Breaking Bad! Daemonicus versus 4-D! Doggett and Reyes shippyness! Why Trust No 1 sucked and how it could have been not just a million times better but actually saved the whole super solider storyline! There must be something in the water…

Merry Xmas from all of us here at X-Philes Talk X-Files! This week David plays the part of Scrooge as he is joined by Jessa and Roi to dissect the last third of season eight. Folks, we’re in deep mythology territory here. We’re talking: Deadalive Three Words Empedocles Vienen Alone Essence Existence

On this week’s podcast: David complains about the mythology in seasons 8 and 9… Tiffany is devastated by crying Scully… Avi is grossed out by the teaser for Badlaa… Garrett nitpicks the science of x-ray vision… All this and more on the newest episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files as we countdown to the X-Files Revival in 2016!!! Episodes discussed on this week’s show are: Surekill Salvage Badlaa The Gift Medusa Per Manum This Is Not Happening

Season 8! Mulder is gone, so Scully gets a new partner on the X-Files. Introducing Agent John Doggett, a.k.a. Robert Patrick. We’re big fans of the Dogg over here at XPTXF, and we love this first selection of (mostly standalone) episodes from the show’s eighth season: Within Without Patience Roadrunners Invocation Redrum Via Negativa Join David, Avi, and Tiffany for a freestyle conversation that we hope you’ll enjoy.

In May 2000, the official word was that The X-Files would end with season seven, so these final episodes of that year were – as far as everyone knew – going to be the final six episodes of the show ever. Fortunately, that turned out not to be entirely true. Especially as one of those episodes was abhorrently bad. David, Trish, and Laura talk Buddhist crop circles, the dancing undead, and invisible men – a.k.a. the final few episodes of the 7th season: all things Brand X Hollywood A.D. Fight Club Je Souhaite Requiem #XFilesRevival #GreenSweater

David, Jessa, and Roi are in the house for a quote-tastic discussion of some seriously amazing episodes from The X-Files’ 7th season: X-Cops First Person Shooter Theef En Ami Chimera See Scully avoid the camera! Watch her (temporarily) lose her sight! Hear her snark while Mulder enjoys a little slice of domestic heaven! Enjoy!

Magic. Snakes. Moby. As the X-Files revival gets ever closer, the X-Philes Talk X-Files podcast continues to march onwards – towards the end of the age of Mulder and Scully as longstanding mysteries get resolved (including the disappearance of one Samantha Mulder.) This week, David is joined by Jessa and Roi to discuss some great season seven episodes: The Amazing Maleeni Signs and Wonders Sein Und Zeit Closure

Once there was a manHe lived in a yellow houseCaught bad guys and protectedHis darling wife and child. Once there was a manBetrayed by his employerThey tried to cause the ApocalypseAnd he lost his darling wife. Once there was a manAngry at the worldFought to bring down demonsWho sought to bring him down. Once there was another manSelf-described as most unwantedHe had a thing for redheadsAnd kissed one New Year’s Eve. It’s season 7! This week, David is joined by Trish Silva and Laura Dandar from xfiles.news to talk about a bunch of great episodes: Hungry Millennium Rush The Goldberg Variation Orison

David and Keva dig into the three-part mythology story that asks “what exactly is an X-Files three-part mythology story now that the syndicate is all but wiped out…?” Biogenesis The Sixth Extinction The Sixth Extinction II: Amor Fati Mulder gains the ability to read minds but it causes him to go insane and fantasize about a perfect suburban life with Fowley, Scully goes to Africa where she witnesses a miracle, and Krycek and Kritschgau go head-to-head to finally settle once and for all who has the best name that starts with the letter k. All this and more – including why Teena Mulder is one of the weakest characters Chris Carter has ever written.

Milagro. That’s all you need to know. This is the Milagro episode. We knew it was coming. You knew it was coming. And now it’s here. The Milagro episode. In the red corner, we have Avi and Tiffany – both die hard fans of Milagro – and in the blue corner, we have David – who never really got the appeal of Milagro, like, at all. But lest you thing that this entire podcast is devoted entirely to debating the merits (and indeed the point) of the episode, here is the full agenda: Milagro The Unnatural Three of a Kind Field Trip Avi and Tiffany will also share some exciting updates about XFN, as well as some spoiler-free news from NYCC. There’s something for everyone here, folks. Although this episode will almost certainly go down in history as the Milargo episode.

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before… David and Tiffany are back to talk bank robberies, unconventional sea monsters, and quite literal shit monsters. We’ll also debate the theory that Mulder and Scully never woke up from their Field Trip hallucinations. Plus, find out which of the episodes under discussion David hates with a passion. Here’s the agenda to aid your guessing: Agua Mala Monday Arcadia Alpha Trevor

David and Tiffany’s discussion about the end of the syndicate storyline spirals off in multiple directions as we examine two of the biggest season six eps: Two Fathers One Son Also in this ep, we discuss what footage from the revival has already been seen publicly. (No spoilers here! Just off-the-wall speculation!)

Hi everyone, David here! On this week’s podcast, Keva and I discuss devil babies, shady politicians, and lament the lack of darkness since the show moved from Vancouver… So much so, in fact, that we recorded today’s episode in an abandoned mansion in an effort to recapture that vintage X-Files vibe. It was all fine until we found two bodies under the floorboards. And what was really weird was that they were wearing the same clothes as us. It was a little embarrassing, but in a way gave us confidence in our fashion choices. After all, the fact that there’s two of us out there trying to pull off a cowboy boots/mankini combo tells me I’m on to something. Anywho… Enjoy listening to a couple of narcissistic, overzealous, self-righteous egomaniacs talk about the following five episodes from The X-Files’ sixth season: How The Ghosts Stole Christmas Terms of Endearment The Rain King S.R. 819 Tithonus LYDA: I don’t show my hole to just anyone.MULDER: Why are you showing it to me?

Welcome to California! The land of deserts, sunshine, and lollipops… David and Keva are diving straight into some fan favorite episodes following on directly from the movie: The Beginning Drive Triangle Dreamland Dreamland II Vince Gilligan fans in particular will notice some recognizable faces from Breaking Bad and Better Caul Saul here – so be sure to check out David’s List of Every Breaking Bad Actor Who Was Ever in The X-Filesafter you’re done listening.

One man alone cannot fight the future… Which is exactly why David has recruited three excellent co-hosts to discuss the first X-Files movie: The X-Files: Fight The Future David is joined by Avi, Roi, and Ky from xfiles.news to chat about Mulder’s infamous bar monologue, why the Well Manicured Man was the best of the bad guys, and reactions to the bee sting heard around the world. We’ll also answer a couple of questions that have been puzzling fans of the first big screen outing (and Layla Harrison) since 1998. Namely: where the heck was Alex Krycek during all this; and how just how exactly did Mulder and Scully get home from the Antarctic after the snowcat ran out of gas? All this and more… Plus: the tables are finally turned on David when he is the one who has to answer quiz questions! Click here to support this podcast by leaving a virtual tip.

In what quite possibly will stand the test of time as the longest episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files EVER, David is joined by (surprise, surprise) Avi and Tiffany from xfilesnews.com to discuss the final episodes not just of season five, but also of the show’s tenure in Vancouver, and also the final eps before the movie! Travelers Mind’s Eye All Souls The Pine Bluff Variant Folie à Deux The End We also get sidetracked by a couple of minor distractions (such as how the earth managed to add 2 billion people in just 17 years.) The start of the show is pre-empted by a brief discussion by David on Avi on recent news concerning the revival: namely the announcement that “My Struggle” will be shown at NYCC in October, as well as Chris Carter’s recent comments about determining the status of Mulder and Scully’s relationship at the start of the first new episode. (The episode proper starts right around the 8:00 minute mark if you want to skip straight to that.) And the academy award in editing down 2.5+ hours worth of Avi and Tiffany talking goes to…

“Y’all must be the guv’munt peoples.” Ah yes, the day we have finally waited for is here. It’s time for X-Philes to talk Bad Blood, and some other cracking episodes: Schizogeny Chinga Kill Switch Bad Blood Patient X The Red And The Black David is joined by Jessa and Roi, fresh from their recent #xfilesroadtrip to Vancouver to visit many of the locations where the series and second movie were shot. Hear all about all this and more – only in this week’s episode of the X-Philes Talk X-Files podcast!

Faith is the main topic of conversation on this week’s podcast as we take an in-depth look at the trilogy of episodes that closed out season four and ushered in season five: Gethsemane Redux Redux II David is joined by the first couple of xfiles.news, Tiffany and Garrett Devol, to discuss the show’s discourse on the faith that God exists, the faith that aliens exist, and the faith that Mulder and Scully actually really are in love. (“I’m only half dead.”) Plus, at least one of us has a hard time suspending disbelief regarding several of the plot points in this story.

Trish Silva and Holly Simon join David to discuss plane crashes, babies with tails, and a whole lot of killer bees. We didn’t even have to drill holes in our heads to remember these eps! That’s right, we’re covering: Tempus Fugit Max Synchrony Small Potatoes Zero Sum Elegy Demons

Child killers, cancer, and the super bowl are among the topics up for discussion in this week’s episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files. David is joined by Patricia Silva and Emily Galleazzi (happy birthday, btw!) from xfiles.news as we tackle the following season 4 episodes of The X-Files: Paper Hearts El Mundo Gira Never Again Leonard Betts Memento Mori Kaddish Unrequited Please subscribe to the X-Philes Talk X-Files podcast on iTunes – and be sure to leave us a review.

“This is just one bomb I’m sitting on, Mulder…” This week of X-Philes Talk X-Files, we continue the countdown to #xfilesrevival as we focus on the incredible season four two-parter that is Tunguska and Terma. David is joined by Keva Anderson and Holly Simon from xfilesnews.com as we chat about the return of Krycek, the black oil, and Russia’s place in the global conspiracy.

Unusual Suspects Detour The Post-Modern Prometheus Christmas Carol Emily Kitsunegari Garrett and Tiffany Devol from xfiles.news join David to discuss a batch of episodes that includes some of the most commonly cited fan favorites… But have they stood the test of time? And can the elephant in the room be successfully ignored? Join in the debate by commenting in the show notes at xphilestalkxfiles.com or by connecting with us on social media.

It’s a game of two halves on X-Philes Talk X-Files this week as we discuss the American Dream and American Nightmare in Home, the good and the bad of The Field Where I Died, and the truth and the lies in Musings of a Cigarette Smoking Man. David is joined once again by Avi, Tiffany, and Garrett from xfiles.news as they discuss the first six standalone episodes from season 4: Home Teliko Unruhe The Field Where I Died Sanguinarium Musings of a Cigarette Smoking Man Enjoy!

Three seasons down, six to go… On this week’s X-Files Talk X-Files we discuss the two part story that provided a lot of information about the global alien conspiracy: Talitha Cumi Herrenvolk What is the end goal the aliens and the syndicate are working towards? What is the exact nature of the relationship between CSM and Mrs. Mulder? And just how exactly do you pronounce “Talitha Cumi”? All these questions and more are answered in this week’s episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files…

David is joined by Keva Andersen from xfiles.news to discuss the final batch of standalone episodes from season three – and there are some real treats in store: Pusher Teso Dos Bichos Hell Money Jose Chung’s From Outer Space Avatar Quagmire Wetwired From Skinner’s head-turning activities off the clock, to an innerspace creature who calls himself Lord Kinbote… These episodes have it all. Of course, there’s also a certain conversation on the rocks to be discussed!

The tenth episode of X-Philes Talk X-Files sees David, Roi, and Jessa come full circle to find the truth as they discuss some of the finest episodes of The X-Files’ third season: Revelations War of the Coprophages Syzygy Grotesque Piper Maru Apocrypha Come join us as we talk gargoyles, cockroaches, and ice-skating lone gunmen! Also, please be sure to leave us a review in iTunes! (So long as it’s something more positive than just “Sure. Fine. Whatever.”)

David, Roi, and Jessa talk the season three mythology two-parter that is The X-Files’ answer to Trains, Planes, And Automobiles… Nisei 731 Along the way, we get sidetracked by discussions of X-Files games old and new, as well as learn more than we ever cared to know about hemorrhagic fever (thanks girls!) “You haven’t seen America until you’ve seen it from a train.”

TFIF! Yes folks, it’s Friday – and what better way to round off your week by listening to another episode of your favorite Mulder-and-Scully-centric podcast, X-Philes Talk X-Files. David is joined once again by Tiffany Devol and for the first time Holly Simon (both representing the 1013 shrine that is xfiles.news) In this week’s show we’re championing macabre fortune tellers while decrying back-from-the-dead-death-row-inmates and astral-projecting-quadraplegic-Gulf-War-veterans. Yes, we’re talking the first chunk of non-mythology episodes from season three: D.P.O. Clyde Bruckman’s Final Repose The List 2Shy The Walk Oubliette As ever, we’d love to hear your thoughts on the episodes being discussed, as well as your feedback on the show in general. Please leave us a review on iTunes

This week on X-Philes Talk X-Files, David is joined by Tiffany Devol and Ky Johnson from xfiles.news as we focus on the three-part story that takes us from season two into season three via ancient Navajo legends, a boxcar buried in the desert, and lots and lots of death. Cheerful stuff indeed. Episodes discussed are: Anasazi The Blessing Way Paper Clip Hope you enjoy the episode and don’t get too freaked out by your smallpox vaccination scar!

This week, X-Philes Talks X-Files talks science as David is joined by Roileigh Ollson and Jessa Schlitt from xfiles.news Our hypothesis? That Gillian Anderson’s refusal to age must be a result of her membership in a cannibalistic cult. Episodes discussed this week are: Colony End Game Fearful Symmetry Død Kalm Humbug The Calusari F. Emasculata Soft Light Our Town Apologies for the sound quality in this episode, it’s not quite as good as usual – but hope you enjoy regardless.