Greg Walker (with uncredited contributions from Jeffrey Bell and Steven Maeda). Director: Barry K. Thomas.
"Empedocles" serves as a bridge between the classic Mulder/Scully dynamic and the new Doggett/Reyes era. It emphasizes the philosophical divide between Doggett’s rigid factualism and Reyes’ more spiritual, intuitive approach to the paranormal. "The X-Files" Empedocles (TV Episode 2001) - IMDb "The X-Files" Empedocles(2001)
The case takes a personal turn for Agent when Agent Monica Reyes connects Dukes' visions to the unsolved murder of Doggett’s son, Luke. This connection forces Doggett to confront his skepticism and painful past while Mulder and Scully provide support from the sidelines (as Scully deals with her pregnancy). Key Episode Details Greg Walker (with uncredited contributions from Jeffrey Bell