The File Room

An X Files rewatch podcast with Edwin Davies and Michaela Livingstone-Banks. Watch along as we delve into the dark heart of the American psyche via a TV show from the 90s. We’ll look at history, science, and maybe a bit of our own nostalgia. Whether this is your first time watching, or your tenth time watching, grab your flashlight, trust no one and strap in for the ride.

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Episodes

Aug 12, 2024

2.6 - Ascension

Aug 12, 2024

1hr 13 sec

What podcast about the X Files being recorded in July 2024 would be complete without a bit of football chat? Ed declares his love for Nick Cave (not for the first time), Michaela's house move is in sight, PLUS we big up David Duchovny's performance, and note that all the important men are in the room.

Aug 5, 2024

2.5 - Duane Barry

Aug 5, 2024

59 min

We discuss an incredibly intense and consequentlial episode.

Jul 29, 2024

2.4 - Sleepless

Jul 29, 2024

58 min

Michaela goes method, politics happens, and we meet Krycek.

Jul 22, 2024

2.3 - Blood

Jul 22, 2024

1hr 3 min

Ed and Michaela discuss their childhood fears, confess to pranks of yesteryear that they regret and how this episode still feels relevant in our current age of paranoia and fears of misinformation.

Jul 15, 2024

2.2 - The Host

Jul 15, 2024

1hr 52 sec

Darin Morgan makes his X Files debut in one of the most disgusting episodes ever created for TV.

Jul 8, 2024

2.1 - Little Green Men

Jul 8, 2024

57 min

We’re back! The X Files reintroduces itself for the season opener, with a dishevelled Mulder, a few palm trees and a cameo for SETI. We share our love for the Arecibo Observatory.

Jun 24, 2024

0.1 - Season 1 Recap

Jun 24, 2024

1hr 2 min

We've been tracking our ratings in a spreadsheet so you don't have to. We reflect on how season 1 has met our expectation in this special bonus episode.

Jun 17, 2024

24 - Erlenmeyer Flask

Jun 17, 2024

1hr 10 min

Ed makes a pitch for why you should watch a 7 hour film, and we discuss the final episode of the season featuring a healthy dose of paranoia and naked people in tanks.

About the File Room

Separated by the Atlantic, but brought together by our interest in the X Files; We're Edwin Davies and Michaela Livingstone-Banks, bringing you interesting insights and a bit of our own take on the show, week by week, episode by episode. Watch along with us and get in touch to let us know your thoughts and theories!