Once and Always a Fanboy
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Welcome to Once and Always a Fanboy! Hosted by Chris Cantada, former Sponge Cola drummer, longtime YouTuber, and now podcasting one conversation at a time.
Each week, Chris talks with actors, musicians, and fans about their projects, passions, and creative journeys. From stage to screen to the mic, Chris is here to keep the fandom flame burning.
ONCE a fanboy… ALWAYS a fanboy.
Each week, Chris talks with actors, musicians, and fans about their projects, passions, and creative journeys. From stage to screen to the mic, Chris is here to keep the fandom flame burning.
ONCE a fanboy… ALWAYS a fanboy.
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Hello everyone! My name is Chris Cantada and here’s another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Today I’m joined by two of the creative minds behind Daredevil: Born Again.He is the showrunner and executive producer of the series, and previously worked on The Punisher, bringing a grounded, character-driven approach to this new chapter of Matt Murdock’s story.The other is an executive producer at Marvel Studios and former Marvel Comics editor who helped shape the modern Marvel universe and co-created Ms. Marvel.We talk about storytelling, character, and what makes this chapter of Daredevil something that fans haven’t seen before.Fangirls and fanboys, Dario Scardapane and Sana Amanat.00:00 Preview00:33 Intro00:46 The characters surrounding Matt Murdock02:14 Visual Storytelling04:55 The 12 Hour Flight Scenario06:00 Cracked Blueprint07:46 What fans would be surprised about Matt Murdock09:03 Storytelling Responsibility
Hello everyone, welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!My guests today are two incredible actors joining the chaotic and twisted world of Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. Genre fans will definitely recognize her from films like Freaky and Abigail, where she brings such a great mix of intensity and humor to every role she takes on. And his career has spanned decades across film and television, from The Faculty and In & Out to The Pitt. Fangirls and fanboys, Kathryn Newton and Shawn Hatosy!00:00 Preview00:49 Kathryn Intro01:00 Survival Gameplay02:42 Fear03:35 Le Bail family04:20 Expanding the world05:48 Shawn Intro05:57 Titus' arc07:14 Le Bail family07:56 Titus played by the system08:54 Family tradition
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Today’s guest is someone whose voice has been part of the soundtrack of the last two decades of OPM. He is one of the most recognizable romantic balladeers in the Philippines and even built a huge following across Southeast Asia.He recently headlined a concert alongside fellow vocalist Mark Bautista, and he’s also released a brand new single called Sa’yo Lamang.So today we’re going to talk about the journey, from those early days on national television to what it means to still be performing, creating, and evolving as an artist more than two decades later.Fangirl and fanboys, Christian Bautista!00:00 Preview00:43 Intro03:50 If music didn't happen04:46 Longevity06:22 Stage Instinct08:14 What you used to obsess over09:52 Sa'yo Lamang10:51 Interpreting music12:25 Fanboying over16:03 Magical era17:29 Music business20:09 Misconceptions21:43 Social Media Persona23:50 Success and Fulfillment24:52 Chapter that surprised you26:24 Nothing like a live audience28:53 Final words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!Music has a way of traveling further than we ever imagine — across cities, across oceans, and into very personal moments in people’s lives. Today’s guest is someone whose songs have quietly found their way into those spaces for a lot of listeners, including here in Manila. We’re talking about songwriting, performing, and the reality behind making honest music in a very connected world. Fangirls and fanboys, Keenan Te.00:00 Preview00:35 Intro01:30 What keeps you grounded when touring?02:11 What you look forward to when in Manila?03:10 What songs hit differently here in Manila?04:14 Bones07:29 How do you know when a song is finished?08:32 Fanboying over09:43 The 2010 era11:43 Writing Bridges13:28 Non Verbal Horizontal Time15:25 What challenged your dream?17:18 How do you protect your music?18:25 Writing songs19:20 A quiet win20:29 What reminds you on why you started writing music?22:05 Final Words
Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!Paradise was easily one of my favorite shows last year. So when Season 2 was announced, I was already locked in.This time, we are diving into a brand new chapter with two incredible new cast members. We talk about building characters in a broken world, stepping into an already established universe, and the emotional weight of this season.Fangirl and fanboys, Shailene Woodley and Thomas Doherty. 00:00 Preview00:24 Intro00:35 Shailene Woodley on Annie's Journey01:38 The Physicality of Link02:12 Alternate Paths03:44 Coming into Paradise Season 204:34 Reluctant Leader or Lone Wolf05:01 Apocalype Fashion05:44 Quiet Strength
Hello everyone! My name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Season one was about catching a monster. Season two asks a deeper question… what if the person doing the killing believes they are right? This season, the world of Cross becomes more personal, more layered, and far more dangerous.Today, I am joined by the cast and creator of Cross Season 2 to talk about moral gray areas, hidden backstories, and the deeper emotional stakes behind this story.Fanboys and fangirls, please welcome Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Johnny Ray Gill, Matthew Lillard, Jeanine Mason, and Ben Watkins.00:00 Preview00:46 Telling a messier story02:14 Where Sampson's emotional armor cracks03:26 Supporting each other04:20 Craziest Google search05:16 What wasn't on the page06:21 Being part of the new cast08:51 Kayla being fully in the story09:49 Seeing a new side to Bobby10:20 Playing a character that can go both ways14:04 Ben the actor15:28 New flavor for Season 216:53 Backstories that deepen this season
Hello everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome back to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Our guest today played one of the most beloved and emotionally impactful characters in IT: Welcome to Derry. As Rich, he brought so much heart, humor, and bravery to the series. The kind of performance that sneaks up on you and then completely wrecks you when it matters most. His journey this season gave us some of the show’s most unforgettable moments, and it’s a performance that fans are still talking about.Fangirls and Fanboys, Arian S. Cartaya!00:00 Preview00:38 Intro01:29 Drums02:49 Rich's life that you created in your head03:41 The absence of Rich04:45 What if Pennywise didn't come to Derry?05:24 Baseball or Drums05:56 Fanboying over06:45 What Rich gave you07:36 Bond with Matilda Lawler08:26 Music and Acting09:13 Fans of Welcome To Derry10:29 Rich in another universe11:47 Scenes that came naturally13:00 Small scene you'll remember most14:39 Final words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.My guest today is someone I’ve known in the industry for a long time. First as a fan, and eventually as a collaborator. She’s an actress who has spent most of her life performing, creating, and evolving both on and off screen.After a five year chapter in Australia that reshaped her life, she’s returned to Manila to reconnect with a creative part of herself that never truly disappeared. Today, we’re talking about her new era and what it means to come back stronger, more grounded, and more intentional than ever before.Fangirls and fanboys, Bianca King!00:00 Preview00:32 Intro04:25 What part of yourself survived the challenges?07:10 Acting in Australia09:05 Roles that feel like home11:01 Being a Kontrabida12:46 If acting didn't happen14:37 Fangirl side18:34 Acting Comeback20:39 What are you a lowkey expert in?22:22 What does your creativity urge you to embrace now?24:49 What can you handle now that would've broken you before?25:53 What you want to keep in your career27:45 Final words
This week on the podcast, we’re diving into the wild, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt world of Marvel Television’s Wonder Man! I had the absolute honor of chatting with Sir Ben Kingsley and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, two incredible actors bringing layers, laughs, and heart to this story about chasing dreams and friendship.Wonder Man now streaming on Disney+! 00:00 Preview00:35 Intro00:48 Showing the nerves01:49 Trevor03:21 Ambition and Dreams04:39 Universal story
Hi everyone! My name is Chris, and welcome to Once and Always a Fanboy.Every now and then, someone pops up on your feed doing something so unexpected that it makes you stop scrolling. For me, that moment was a reel of today’s guest, walking across the stage, graduating with a degree in Architecture… while being a full-time actress, singer, performer, and one of GMA’s brightest stars.And that hit me hard, because I’ve always believed people are only limited by what they think they can achieve. And here’s someone proving that you can build dreams in two worlds at once.You’ve seen her bring magic to shows like Encantadia, or watched her on social media singing her heart out and just genuinely having the time of her life.And today, I get the privilege of learning more about her journey!Fangirls and fanboys… Mikee Quintos.00:00 Preview00:52 Intro02:13 What genre feels like your natural habitat?03:34 What would fans be surprised about shooting Encantadia05:44 Life as a student10:30 What you learned through school that you brought to showbiz11:57 Thesis vs. Tapings14:38 Fangirling over16:25 What you can handle now that would've broken you in the past20:15 Unexpected skill21:49 Gamble23:48 Low point30:05 Another dream adventure31:56 Memorable scene from her career32:43 Final Words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. My guest today is from one of my favorite shows of 2025, IT Welcome to Derry. She plays a character who quietly becomes the emotional backbone of the series. What starts as a story about fitting in turns into something much darker, braver, and way more important to the IT mythology than anyone expected. And she sells every turn with a performance that feels honest and lived in. Fangirls and fanboys, Matilda Lawler!00:00 Preview00:47 Intro02:06 Not in the script04:05 Dark web search history05:16 New skills06:49 Watching yourself on screen08:43 Welcome To Derry secrets10:19 Behind the scenes12:35 Smooth sailing vs. challenging scenes15:09 Fangirling over16:56 Who she trusted the most on set19:10 What surprised you after filming20:47 Unofficial soundtrack of the shoot22:12 Message to young actors25:20 Final words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to Season 2 of Once and Always a Fanboy! Joining us today is a rising star you all need to know. She’s the actress who brought Tina Turnbow to life in Stranger Things Season 5, a character who’s been hinted at in the past but only in name… until now. And yes, she’s the reason we all laughed, gasped, and couldn’t stop talking about that unforgettable viral scene. What a perfect way to start the year. Fangirls and fanboys, Caroline Elle Abrams!00:00 Preview00:39 Intro01:13 First choice you made to figure out who Tina was02:10 Script vs. Instincts02:58 Erica and Tina's backstory03:53 Iconic Pie Scene05:14 Trust between actors06:17 Early training habits that helped on the Stranger Things set07:21 Stranger Things character that inspired you08:02 Secretive sets08:47 Fangirling over09:47 Tina in another franchise10:54 Something that caught you off guard11:59 Filming days12:51 Stranger Things Magic13:38 Looking back on your time on Stranger Things14:30 Future of Tina16:05 Inspiring young actors17:48 Final words
Hello everyone, and welcome to a special episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. Here's a throwback to my interview with the cast of Stranger Things during Season 3.
Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!A few weeks ago, I had the honor and pleasure to interview the cast and showrunner of Prime Video's Fallout Season 2 in Tokyo, Japan! Thank you so much to Prime Video for this amazing opportunity!Fangirls and fanboys, here's Ella Purnell, Kyle MacLachlan, and Jonathan Nolan!00:00 Preview00:45 Intro Ella and Kyle00:53 Lucy and Ghoul Dynamic01:51 Hank's secrets03:00 Who deserves a second chance?04:23 Lucy and Hank's relationship in season 206:04 Vault or Wasteland life07:31 New Vegas08:20 Ruthlessness09:22 Guest stars10:29 Details11:23 Fallout-y thing that happened behind the scenes11:54 Who deserves a second chance?13:09 Vault or Wasteland life
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.This week, I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the cast of Avatar: Fire and Ash in Los Angeles a few weeks ago. Huge thanks to 20th Century Studios for the opportunity.If you know me, you know that one of these actors was instrumental in shaping my love for movies—and of course, I’m talking about the icon herself, Sigourney Weaver.Fangirls and fanboys, please welcome Sigourney Weaver, Jack Champion, Bailey Bass, and Trinity Bliss of Avatar: Fire and Ash00:00 Preview00:40 Intro with Sigourney00:47 What Kiri has learned about love02:24 Most free experience as an actor05:36 If Kiri went to Earth06:32 Fanboying over Sigourney Weaver06:58 Intro with Jack, Bailey, and Trinity07:11 Triggers that helped you become fully Na'vi08:41 How Spider sees himself within the Sully Family09:45 If the Na'vi went to Earth
Hello everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Our guest today has quickly become one of the most exciting young actors to watch. In IT: Welcome to Derry, she brings so much heart, fear, courage, and emotion to her character that you’d think she’s been acting for decades.As someone who loves the IT franchise, I’ve been really looking forward to having her on the show, and I cannot wait to hear her stories.Fangirls and fanboys… Clara Stack!00:00 Preview00:34 Intro01:05 Types of fear02:49 Acting out fear vs. Real life04:09 Who would Lilly ask for help from another franchise04:55 Fan theories05:47 Bill as Pennywise06:32 Behind the scenes moment07:38 Kids and Adults08:59 Madeleine Stowe10:17 If Pennywise never went to Derry11:02 Easiest and hardest scene12:49 Rich's death14:26 Scream queen15:46 Final words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to a new episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.I love talking and geeking out with Hollywood actors. That’s been a huge part of my journey. But musicians feel like home for me. There’s something about talking to them that taps right back into my fanboy DNA. And today’s guest? Her songs, from Action to Bida, reminded me just how powerful OPM storytelling still is.She’s an artist who’s growing, evolving, and carving out her own lane one fearless release at a time. With her new single Babala on the way and a whole new spotlight in front of the camera with Project Loki, I can’t wait to dive into her stories.Fangirls and fanboys, please welcome… Jayda!00:00 Preview00:37 Intro01:40 Family business03:23 Writing with technology04:27 The Yard05:20 Protecting yourself creative instinct07:58 Fangirling over10:06 Has being a fan help you become a better artist13:08 Cinematic Pop Era14:27 Opposite genre17:59 Haunting in a good way18:39 Babala20:55 Project Loki24:21 What you can handle now in the industry28:32 Suitcase31:11 Final Words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!Our next guest is the definition of grit and determination. She’s a powerhouse athlete who competed at the highest level on Physical: Asia, and fans have already dubbed her the ‘Clutch Queen’ for her moments of pure Pinay grit. Today, I’m so excited because I’ll get to hear her stores, from intense challenges on an international stage to the mindset that helped her push through it all. Fangirls and fanboys, Lara Liwanag.00:00 Preview00:52 Intro01:30 Pacman03:52 Clutch Queen09:25 Elimination12:02 Relationship with other countries13:19 Friendship with Eun-sil19:45 Fangirling over20:30 What did you learn about yourself21:57 Pinay Grit in normal life23:22 A future that you didn't see coming26:38 What you want young Filipinas to take from your journey27:27 Final words
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!Every now and then, you come across an artist whose music doesn’t just sound good, it feels real. Someone who doesn’t hide behind production or image, but turns every song into a window into where they are in life. That’s what I love about today’s guest. His sound bends genres, but the emotion always hits dead center.We were actually supposed to do this interview over Zoom a few weeks back, but because the universe sometimes gives me a little pat on the back, I got lucky and we get to do this one face-to-face. Fangirls and fanboys, please welcome eaJ!00:00 Preview00:53 Intro01:44 High Register04:11 Hook or Lyrics05:28 Songwriting Archeology06:38 iPhone Song Vault08:27 Ankle Injury10:10 Turning point song in Manila11:03 Stage Instinct13:47 From studio to the show14:37 Fanboying over15:57 Guitar Hero18:14 Fans giving you strength20:15 Social Media21:45 Ending his career in Korea25:02 Final words
Hello everyone, and welcome to a special episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Three years ago, we lost an icon, a Ranger, and a good friend. This episode is especially meaningful because it features the very first time I ever hung out with Jason. Back in 2017, he was so generous with his time and energy, and he gave me this interview that I’ve always treasured.So for those who haven’t seen it yet, and for those who want to remember him with us, here’s a throwback.Fangirls and fanboys… my friend, Jason David Frank00:00 Being the Green Ranger02:04 Being Lord Drakkon02:54 Power Rangers Movie Cameo04:50 Phoenix Comic Con
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