The eX-Files: An X-Files Rewatch Podcast

Welcome to The eX-Files, an episodic rewatch podcast in which Jenny Owen Youngs & Kristin Russo dig into every episode of The X-Files, spoiler free, one at a time. Jenny grew up watching The X-Files when it aired, but Kristin has only ever seen the pilot episode. (Her review: "hot.") The podcast’s title — The eX-Files spelled with an “e” — is a credit to our relationship: in addition to being longtime business partners, we are also ex-wives. *cue spooky music*The eX-Files is part of the Buffering: A Rewatch Adventure network of podcasts.

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  • kasey00101
    Listen!
    Best new X-Files podcast!
  • AlForNothing
    Only way to watch this show
    I’m a big baby! Listening to these episodes makes me brave enough to watch the spooky show 💪🏻 Obviously the hosts and LaToya are excellent. The amount of research and info they bring into the episodes is incredible
  • Es22222222
    Please don’t flood this feed!
    Hey, please don’t flood this feed with Podcasts from another show. It makes it very difficult to find the ex files shows I want. Can’t you just leave those in the buffering cast feed? I would totally give you a five star review if you would just stop doing that.
  • BPatrickT
    Excited to start s2
    Buffering the Vampire Slayer was a favorite and Jenny and Kristin continue to delight us with their X-Files series. My wife and I recently finished the series, including the two 2010’s seasons. It is nice to go back to earlier seasons where there was still fun to experience.
  • Gelato1976
    Love, love, love
    I love the X-Files and I love this podcast. Nothing better than laughing my head off on the running path while listening to these two exes.
  • yellowcello
    Obsessed
    I loved their Buffy and their ex-files does not disappoint!!! Literally the only reason I’m just now watching the x-files and it’s so fun. I’m at the point where when I watch, I notice things that Jenny or Kristin might comment on, and have that urge to text them as if they are my actual friends.
  • Saint sauces
    Of course I’m gonna listen to Kristin and Jenny
    It doesn’t matter that I’m not a huge fan of the xfiles. These are some of my favorite lesbians and def my fave that used to be married to each other and are currently divorced but doing a podcast together
  • Jo Hamhocks
    The best of spooky times
    Kristin and Jenny have made me laugh, they’ve made me cry. They’re just great. This is some quality 90s tv recap action with excellent and democratic analysis of the smuldering sexual tension (chortles).
  • Kriduh
    So much fun!
    I was so glad to find this podcast just as I was starting an X-Files rewatch! Perfect timing and the show is so much fun. The next best thing to having someone to discuss the show with.
  • ThreadofLight
    My favorite Exes
    My favorite exes and files- what could be better???
  • BThomasN
    🔦👯‍♀️🧖🏻
    Ep 0 Kristin immediately expressing skepticism at getting dubbed a Scully…is so Scully
  • tracy1303
    The truth is in here
    I could listen to this two talk about anything and never be disappointed.
  • save $ over audible
    Long time ex files fan
    K&J do a great job looking at my favorite show with fresh eyes and it is a pleasure to experience the show this way. Special episodes featuring real world experts help the audience look deeper into subjects like how people in the prison system are represented in pop culture.
  • PABJ4Lyfe
    Fun and well thought out
    Kristin and Jenny are entertainers who spend a lot of time prioritizing their audience’s experience. They aren’t just two acquaintances gabbing while you awkwardly eaves drop — they are your two best friends animatedly discussing something and the door is always open for you to chime in. They have the banter of two people who have known one another a long time and because of that it feels like you know them too. I’ve listened to their work since their early days and am a deeply dedicated fan. Give this one a try if you love friendship and inclusion and silly silly joy.
  • Mad mad mad mad Jax
    Love this even as a non fan
    I’m absolutely loving this podcast even tho I’ve only seen a handful of X Files and definitely don’t know the show well. I’m not watching along but the hosts make sure I have all the background I need to get the jokes and to get excited for The Possibility Of A Future Smooch
  • ytb0yproblems
    New to X Files
    Been listening since the Buffy podcast (i remember driving to my PSAT listening to the first episode :0 ) and i have never seen X Files. These two are great and am excited to continue the adventure with them!
  • VenusaLannister
    Excellent!
    My favorite X-Files podcast! Highly recommend for both long-term X-Philes and new folks!
  • @HmmrVonHarrisn
    Not good
    Gave two stars to be nice.
  • Purplemlb
    Excellent Buffering Follow-up
    I was a loyal Buffering listener as a huge Buffy fan. Over those 7 seasons and myriad bonus episodes, I fell absolutely in love with Kristin and Jenny’s podcasting style. It’s like hanging out with friends that don’t hear you when you talk back. So I decided to give The Ex Files a try even though I was not a loyal The X Files viewer. I didn’t even start watching until 1996 or so. Now I get to watch episodes of a show that I grew to love with podcasters that I adore. Can’t wait for The Bell House!
  • BriannaNickle
    I never had any intention of watching the x-files…
    But doing it with two of my favorite hosts was too good to pass up
  • Lizzy Magnuson
    Thank you for bringing sculpt and mulder into my life
    Love this content and wow can’t wait to see what happens with these two goobers!!
  • hotwill07
    Amazing
    Kristen and Jenny are incredible and conscientious entertainers. I’ve never walked away from an episode less than thrilled to have spent an hour with them.
  • E-Z D-Z
    Love love love.
    So stoked that my favourite rewatch podcasters are watching my favourite show! I’ve be been resisting the urge to binge, and watching week by week along with the pod has been delightful. Love that Kristin become a Mulder/Scully shipper basically immediately. Do I wish they were doing song for every episode, like they did with Buffy? Yes I do. Do I understand why they decided not to? Also, yes. Can’t wait for the future character jingles that I assume are coming.
  • AlyssaLK
    Love!
    I love watching this classic series with with Jenny & Kristin! The podcast is a blast, and I love hearing producer LaToya share her point of view as well. I look forward to this pod each Wednesday.
  • Bleach226
    This eX-File gets an A !
    I’ve never seen The X-Files before and it’s been a blast getting to experience it for the first time with Kristin and to hear the dynamic of a long-time fan with someone who is new to the show. I’m loving the discussions so far and am just thrilled to get Jenny and Kristin in my ears almost every week!
  • leonormelara
    Loving this rewatch!!
    I previously binged the x-files, but am loving this week to week rewatch with who have become two of my favorite humans. I adore all of that they do. 💗💗💗
  • realtalk725
    Ex-cellent
    I followed K&J over from Buffy and am watching The X Files for the first time along with Kristin. I like their takes on the characters and story lines and the extra conversations they have about the relevant issues. Definitely check them out
  • Claire Palmer
    Perfect rewatch accompaniment!
    I’ve been wanting to rewatch the x-files for years and this pod gave me the perfect excuse! Love Kristen and Jenny, the jingles, the crystal ball and the Scully love. Also appreciate producer Latoya’s takes and the overall balance of fun to serious.
  • banjoclove
    Ex-Traordinary!!
    This is my first xfiles watch and Jenny and Kristin keep me fully engaged and on the edge of my seat waiting for what will come next. From incredible jingles to sexual tension awards to amazing and nuanced conversations about the death penalty to interviews with Eve-6, there is something here for everyone. Love this pod!
  • RikkrP
    30 Years Later
    Won’t say I was a devoted X-Files fan back in the day, but I introduced some friends to Buffy in ‘97 and they in turn introduced me to X-Files (already well into whatever season that was). Enjoyed it muchly, but have forgotten a LOT. So this is great to remember all the fun. Can’t wait for more of the mythology arc.
  • Jdawg428420
    At long lost, a wonderful X-Files podcast!
    I have longed to rewatch X-Files alongside a podcast and to get to do it with Kristin and Jenny makes it a dream come true! Love every episode and looking forward to many more! The pod is out there! 🛸👽
  • CaitLinscheid
    The ex of my ex is my podcast guest?
    I loved Buffering, but I was an X-files fan first so thank you Jenny and Kristin for being the coolest ex wives to cast a pod. Looking forward to more Jess and Avanthi content.
  • Ammsy808
    The best
    The best! Buffering forever!
  • Bad Poet
    Mulder and Scully live again!
    So fun to go back to 1993 with Kristen and Jenny!!!
  • Sonneboa33
    XFiles…more like Ex-Files
    The XFiles was one of my favorite shows growing up. This podcast duo is my favorite podcast. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars
  • drewtheoracle
    so fun!
    was already a buffy fan when i found buffering, but like kristin this is my first time watching the x files and i am loving having this podcast and community surrounding it to keep me company on the watch. i really appreciate the thoughtfulness of this team in their coverage so far 💕
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