Greetings from Storybrooke – A Once Upon A Time Podcast

Get ready! Once Upon A Time Season 2 starts this weeks… and so does our new podcast! Join Bill Meeks and Anne Marie DeSimone as we discuss what we love about the show and what we’re looking forward to. E-mails can be sent to greetingsfromstorybrooke@gmail.com!

Bill and Anne Marie briefly revisit the Season 1 finale then dive right into discussion of Season 2, Episode 1 ‘Broken’. We reveal how THIS PODCAST was in the episode. Also, WTF Henry?!?!? Also some interesting fan theories about the identity of Dr. Whale. Show Links:Notes on Dr Whale in the Untold Stories Facebook appDoctor Whale’s Singlebrooke dating videofarceur318’s Doctor Whale theory EW.Com – ‘Once Upon a Time’ producers pledge intense season 2

Bill and Anne Marie dive straight into Episode 2 ‘We Are Both.’ We also discuss ratings, Emma’s potential suitors, and welcome our favorite Evil Regal to Storybrooke. Also, the worlds we want to see behind the doors in Jefferson’s hat.Show Notes:‘Once Upon a Time’ to introduce ‘a few suitors’ for Emma in season 2 [with poll]‘Once Upon a Time’ return delivers ratings magicWho Is Once Upon a Time’s Mystery Man? We Spy 12 Clues

(S02E03) Emma and Snow try to find a way home in the wreckage of the enchanted forest as they butt heads with Cora, the sorceress supreme. Henry learns about Regina’s vault and Charming learns why you should always include Henry in your epic quests. Plus, we get to see the Mad Hatter finally reunite with his long lost daughter. This week, it’s all about family. Show Notes Ratings via TV By The Numbers Doctor Whale’s True Identity: Peter Pan or Jack? Letter from Wynn Mercere Hi Bill and Anne Marie – You really characterized this episode rightly as an “info dump.” This structure didn’t rivet or entertain me as much as the debut episode of S2. I felt it was a little too “all over the place” and that there were several unnecessary filler scenes (like going back to see the dwarves push Sleepy over the line) that didn’t tell us anything new. But there was indeed a lot going on which stimulated odd thoughts, such as wondering what insurance company will be eating a loss on all the cars wrecked in Hurricane Wraith. The two standout bits in this episode were hilarious to me. First, Jefferson ditching Charming. Note to the earnest yet thick Price Charming: you can’t have an intense, controlled conversation with a crazy person. Second, Dr. Whale’s “where the women at?” comment about the nuns was such a contrast to the concerns of the rest of the townspeople in the wake of magic’s return. I really don’t think he is Dr. Frankenstein, because that character was never very interested in the ladies. The Peter Pan theory makes much more sense when you look at the doctor’s character. He has the skill, and the arrogance, of Peter, and an interest in lots of females just as Peter had his eye on Wendy/Tinkerbell/Indian princess Tiger Lily/and the Neverland Mermaids. Two notable points about Peter are that he needs fairy dust to fly (which Grumpy and co. are now off mining?) and that he is a character who has always had the ability to visit the “real” world, as in his visits to Wendy’s home in London. Plus, we know that Charming is “not his prince.” With Captain Hook on his way into the plotline, Whale being Peter makes even more sense. I also enjoyed hearing your preferences on what other universes (OZ, Mother Goose) you’d like to see incorporated into the plotline. Personally, I’d love to see characters from Hans Christian Anderson’s tales. Many of them have more tragic endings that more familiar fairy tale characters — I’m thinking in particular of The Steadfast Tin Soldier or The Little Match Girl – and it might be interesting for the writers to explore that type of “doomed'” vibe. And speaking of the Marvel Universe, I think Doctor Strange “Sorcerer Supreme” could easily smack down any magic user in the Storybrooke world without even leaving his Sanctum Santorum, unless Mr. Gold already has the Eye of Agamotto on a shelf in his shop. He could easily dispatch any wraiths, ogres, etc. Maybe he should replace Emma as sheriff. ~ Wynn Mercere

(S02E04) Killian Jones gets hooked on Mrs. Rumplestiltskin while back in Storybrooke Mr. Gold rings a Belle. Charming takes over as Storybrooke’s sheriff and Cora meets up with a friend for a day at the beach. Alliances form and bonds are broken in this week’s episode ‘The Crocodile.’ Show Notes Ratings via EW’s InsideTV ‘Once Upon’ showrunners reveal which famous characters they’d consider adding Pre-Order Season 2 on Blu-Ray for $55.99 Reddit Discussion – Evil is made not born

(S02E05) Regina sees a shrink, but it’s a different doctor who turns her on her head. Yes, a man from another land seeks to raise the dead. And in the enchanted forest Snow & Emma learn to trust a villain, or at least tolerate him. Oh, and did we mention the undead monster? Secrets are revealed and there’s an awful lot of training in this week’s spooky episode ‘The Doctor’.Too Many PrincessesShow NotesWeekly ratings report – http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2012/10/29/abcs-americas-funniest-home-videos-hits-season-highs-and-once-upon-a-time-is-up-for-the-second-straight-week/155075/http://podcastawards.com/ Vote Daily starting Nov1 – Support Once Podcast (@oncepodcast) in EntertainmentMagic comes from fairy dust – http://www.reddit.com/r/OnceUponATime/comments/1216c4/theory_all_magic_comes_from_fairy_dust/ SPOILER Added to the Cast – http://www.wetpaint.com/once-upon-a-time/articles/once-upon-a-time-season-2-spoilers-spoiler-added-to-the-cast SPOILER Image from “Tallahassee’ –  http://imgur.com/r419d.jpg

(S02E06) – Emma and Hook climb up a beanstalk to raid a LOST world and have some Fe-Fi-Fo-Fun while they’re at it. We learn the identity of Henry’s father and the mystery postcard-receiving man (Hint: they are one and the same). Aurora and Henry meet in the land of of dreams, and we never actually make it to a little town called Tallahassee, which is this week’s episode! Bonnie and Clyde Show Notes Weekly ratings report – http://insidetv.ew.com/2012/11/05/once-upon-ratings-climb-666/ http://podcastawards.com/ Vote Daily starting Nov1 – Support Once Podcast (@oncepodcast) in Entertainment Ep 8 Press Release SPOILER http://jmolove.forumfree.it/?t=63816354 Is Neal from FTL? – http://www.wetpaint.com/once-upon-a-time/articles/once-upon-a-time-burning-question-is-neal-cassady-a-fairytale-character

(S02E07) – Ruby embraces her wild side in the old land and the new one. Charming goes crown-to-crown with old King George. Rumple teaches Henry how to become a dreammaster, and Gus the mouse learns all about the Axe effect… all in this week’s episode “Child of the Moon.” Red & Charming will not make out Show Notes POLL FOR OUR FIRST CHARACTER PROFILE EPISODE! – Please vote! Weekly Ratings Report http://podcastawards.com/ Vote Daily starting Nov1 – Support Once Podcast (@oncepodcast) in Entertainment http://www.reddit.com/r/OnceUponATime/comments/132grh/too_many_main_characters_a_frustrated_viewer_on/ Emma’s Tattoo sent to us by Krystin Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E08) – The dead walk and the living sleep. Cora takes Aurora and makes her go ‘beep’. Emma and Snow’s journey is nearly complete, all in this week’s episode “Into the Deep.” There’s A Fire Burning In This Shot… Show Notes Episode Ratings Once Upon a Time Season 2, Episode 8: New Clue That the Little Mermaid Is Coming! Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E09) – Emma and Snow have someplace to go. Gold and Queeny use all their smarts. Hook meets the queens, and the baddies are teamed, in this week’s episode “Queen of Hearts”. Show Notes Episode Ratings Once Upon a Time Season 2 Spoilers: New Episode Titles Revealed! Once Upon a Time Season 2 Spoilers: What to Expect in 2013 Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

Bill joins Once Upon A Time podcasters throughout the realm to discuss our favorite show during the hiatus. We talk our podcasts, theories, characters and more! Big thanks to Daniel from ONCE Podcast for putting it together. OUAT Roundtable List of participants: Bill Meeks from Greetings from Storybrooke Bri from Other Side of the Mirror Daniel J. Lewis and Jenny from ONCE podcast Jose Carradero from Storybrooke Herald Kaori Takee and Tiona Hobson from AfterBuzz TV Rebecca Johnson from Operation Cobra Podcast

Bill and Anne Marie meet up on the eve of the return of Once Upon A Time to discuss trailers, preview clips, spoilers, and all the other stuff we usually save for the end of the show. Also, beer might make an appearance. It’s our Friday Night Spoiler Party! You should come. Aww, where’s Regina? Show Notes Trailer #1, #2 Sneak Peek #1, #2   Return of the Giant and a new cast member Rose McGowan cast as Young Cora ‘Once Upon’ scoop: ‘Downton Abbey’ actress cooks up mystery role Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E10) – Hopper drops. Call the cops. Regina’s to blame? Or is it just another Cricket Game? Talk about an “Evil Regal” Show Notes Episode Ratings ‘Once Upon a Time’ creators talk new characters, Rumbelle, Ariel and more Once Upon a Time Introduces Snow White’s Mom   Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E11) – Belle thinks Mr. Gold’s swell, but Hook wants him to go straight to hell. Mulan meets Prince Phil, and Hopper’s unkilled in this week’s episode The Outsider. He is dreamy, isn’t he? Show Notes Episode Ratings ‘Once Upon a Time’ 2×13 ‘Tiny’ description reveals Jorge Garcia’s return Once Upon a Time Season 2, Episode 12 Canadian Promo: Why Does Belle Freak Out? (VIDEO)   Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E12) – A stranger lies in a bed, dying. Dr. Whale fails, but he’s always trying. Regina reunites with her mother, in this week’s episode In The Name of the Brother. That is going to take forever to count… Show Notes Episode Ratings Exclusive Once Upon a Time First Look: Snow White’s Mother Comes to Fairy Tale Land Hear Raphael Sbarge (Jiminy/Archie) answer fan questions LIVE on January 24, 2013 OUaT Pick-Up Lines   Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start. (S01E01) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the “fabled” pilot episode of Once Upon A Time and generally point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us! I’ll get out of here… then you’ll see! Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

Bill and Anne Marie unite with Tim from Ontario to discuss trailers, preview clips, spoilers, and all the other stuff we usually save for the end of the show. Also, beer might make an appearance. It’s our Friday Night Spoiler Party! You should come. Really, what is up with these two? Show Notes Josh Dallas Interview Character returning? Another character returning? “Tiny” Preview Clips “Manhattan” Spoiler Pics Robin Hood? Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E13) – Anton the giant runs away. Rumple confronts the TSA. James takes something shiny from the giant (who’s whiny) in this week’s new episode Tiny. Oh. Snap. Show Notes Episode Ratings “Manhattan” Trailer “Once Upon A Time” Femslash Ships: Assessing the Fleet Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

(S02E14) – Cora and Regina go after a dagger. Rumple’s normal but still has swagger. Bae is found by Emma, he’s bothered, especially when he learns of the boy that he fathered. Pre-”Dark One” Rumple is no General Patton… all in this week’s episode Manhattan. Henry is very disappointed in you… Show Notes Episode Ratings SPOILERS Canadian Trailer for The Queen is DEAD Once Upon A Time Podcasters Roundtable #2 Information “One Woman A Cappella Disney Medley” by @heathertraska ONCE Family Tree – Official Check out these cool offers from GoDaddy.com! Use these promo codes at checkout and help support the show. Promo Code: blu13 =10% off Code Promo Code: pod13 =Web Hosting 10% Off Promo Code: podsave13 =$5.00 off purchases $30.00 or more Promo Code: hostpod13 =20% off Hosting 1,2,3 Plans Promo Code: tenoff13 =$10.00 off Purchases of $40.00 or more

Bill and Anne Marie join Once Upon A Time podcasters throughout the realm to discuss our favorite show during the Oscars hiatus. We talk theories, characters, and more! Big thanks to Daniel from ONCE Podcast for putting it together. We meet to discuss important matters Panel Bill Meeks and Anne Marie DeSimone from Greetings from Storybrooke Bud Vander Kaay from Storybrooke News Report Daniel J. Lewis from ONCE podcast Jose Carradero from Storybrooke Herald Kaori Takee from AfterBuzz TV Rebecca Johnson from Operation Cobra Podcast Find more great content in the complete list of Once Upon a Time podcasts.