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
209 episodes
Nothing Important Happened Today
The guys unpack season 9's beginning and the changes in mood. More discussion on the FBI hierarchy and who answers to who. They get an unannounced visit from an old friend.
Nothing Important Happened Today II
Mike gets terrorized by a mutant fly. The guys discuss the ups and downs ---mostly downs--- of this closer. Questions linger as to what ANYONE is doing right now.
Daemonicus
Andrew gives a quick lesson in Scrabble. The guys discuss the unusually comedic elements of this episode.
4-D
The guys get lost in the weeds with the dimensions of this one. While Mike is more forgiving Andrew has major concerns about rules.
Lord of the Flies
Mike is visited by an old friend. The guys discuss this episode's fate in the X-Files library. Andrew wonders if there's a missing scene.
Trust No 1
The guys really try to understand this one, but the episode's logic consistently defies...logic. Mike is visited by an old friend. Andrew helps write a new episode.
John Doe
The guys bring in another guest to discuss Gilligan's latest episode. How does the episode fare compared to his others?
Hellbound
More complaints about Monica's delivery and Tactical Corner Returns!
Within
The guys kick off season 8 with discussion on David's departure, Kersh not assigning the case to Scully for not being a believer, and Doggett's likability.
Without
Andrew picks a fight with Mike. Mike questions how Andrew derives any joy from anything. Sounds like the show crumbling, but it's not!
Patience
Mike considers some missed opportunities with the monster and Andrew finds fault with a character's high tech setup.
Roadrunners
The guys spend an embarrassing amount of time figuring out the title inspiration. They can't quite agree on the nature of the parasite, either. Mike comments on the intelligent writing regarding Scully's state of mind.
Invocation
Mike talks ponies. The guys can't justify or come to a real conclusion as to what Billy is doing.
Redrum
Mike comments on the risky move to have an episode centered around an unknown character so close to Duchovny's exit. Andrew doesn't like the watch bit. The two contemplate the powers that create a time loop and Martin's lesson.
Via Negativa
Mike thoroughly enjoys the episode while Andrew complains. Comparisons to Twin Peaks are made and they comment on Doggett's first solo outing. Was it good for the season?
Surekill
Mike compares this episode to Alien 3 to Andrew's confusion. The hosts discuss the attitudes and motivations of the characters.
Salvage
The guys note the obvious Terminator parallels. Mike has major issues with some shots and even the motives of one of the bad guys. Andrew...well he can't even get out of the opening without complaining!
Badlaa
The guys have a hard time with this one. From questionable motives to a laundry list of powers, they don't know how it all works.
The Gift
AGENT MULDER RETURNS! Not really. Mike and Andrew discuss the usage of time jumps in this episode to be able to utilize Duchovny. Andrew makes it about halfway through the episode before lodging a formal complaint against it, which Mike sees as...
Medusa
The guys marvel at the massive, albeit unnecessary, set design. This episode sees them ultimately question the "answer" to this episode's question. Mike has issues with the logic and Andrew finds Doggett's heroic nature questionable.
Per Manum
The guys try to track the plot threads in this one. John Doggett, the all-American agent.
Name That Tune!
After much deliberation, the guys decide to play a game. Andrew quizzes Mike to see if he can name random episodes simply by hearing ten seconds of music. We won't give anything away, but let's just say it starts pretty rough. Play along and se...
