Once and Always a Fanboy
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Welcome to Once and Always a Fanboy, a podcast for anyone who’s ever geeked out over something (and still does). Hosted by Chris Cantada Force, former Sponge Cola drummer, longtime YouTuber, and now podcasting one conversation at a time.
Each week, Chris talks with actors, artists, and fans about their projects, passions, and creative journeys. He’ll also share what he’s currently geeking out over, because that fanboy spark never dies. 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, artists, and fans about their projects, passions, and creative journeys. He’ll also share what he’s currently geeking out over, because that fanboy spark never dies. 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, 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
Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to Once and Always a Fanboy. Today’s guest is more than a childhood hero — he’s someone I’ve had the honor of creating with. We’ve filmed fan projects together, traveled across the world for conventions in places like Jakarta, Manila, and Los Angeles, and I’ve seen firsthand how much heart he brings to his fans. The original Black Ranger, actor, martial artist, dancer, and now music artist — Fangirls and fanboys, Walter Jones aka Tre Emanuel!00:00 Preview00:43 Intro02:02 Being part of the fan community03:35 Once and Always06:23 Power Rangers in the age of streaming08:48 What Zack means to you11:47 Memories from traveling around the world13:54 Leaving Power Rangers16:07 Music22:49 Separating Walter Jones and Tre Emanuel25:02 Fanboying over26:44 New Movie28:17 Would young Walter be proud of who he became29:35 Final Words
Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. When she was first announced as the new Yellow Ranger for Power Rangers Beast Morphers at Power Morphicon, I actually ran into her by total coincidence because we were staying on the same floor at the hotel! And just a few days later, I got to interview her for the first time for my channel.Then fast forward a bit — during Beast Morphers season two, Hasbro reached out and I got to chat with her again, this time alongside her castmates. And now, here we are — interview number three — but this time, it’s not about morphing or monsters. It’s about a brand-new chapter in her life.She’s gone from actress and superhero to author — with her new journaling book Coming Home Journal, which helps people reconnect with themselves in the most personal and mindful way.So let’s catch up and talk about everything that’s happened since the Grid Battleforce days — Fangirls and fanboys, Jacqueline Scislowski!To order your copy, go to www.ComingHomeJournal.com!00:00 Preview00:43 Intro03:06 First time practicing your morph05:10 Something unplanned that made the scene better06:16 New Zealand09:12 The moment you decided to take a break from acting12:35 Autoimmune struggles14:00 Back to school experience15:15 What lead to Coming Home Journal20:33 What is Coming Home Journal about23:02 Fangirling over25:30 What would Power Rangers be Journaling about27:21 What about self-compassion you wished you knew earlier30:13 Reconnecting with fans32:27 Final Words
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!You know, when I first saw this band on my feed, I was struck by how different they sounded from a lot of Gen Z bands out there. What really hooked me was the dynamic between their voices — that unique blend of male and female tones that just clicks.It took a while for our schedules to finally line up, but it did. So now, me and everyone here at The Pod Network are so thrilled to have them with us today.Fangirls and fanboys, Renzo and Sofia of Any Name’s Okay!00:00 Preview00:37 Intro01:29 The beginning04:25 First jam session06:52 New genre to explore10:30 Decision to have two singers13:02 I call bullshit!17:05 Key sweet spot19:44 Late reaction to a song23:06 When the crowd sings back at you26:21AD27:16 Fanboy/Fangirl30:16 How being a fan makes you a better artist33:48 Hard times37:29 What would make your 2017 brains explode43:07 Final Words
Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force.Today we’re joined by a voice that’s been powerfully turning heads around the world. Born in Norway, she blends Nordic cool with Manila warmth, crafting songs that feel like late-night confessions wrapped in soulful pop and R&B. She’s fresh off a sold-out show in New York, about to light up the stage here in Manila, and her new single I’m Still is already earning praise for its calm-but-fearless vibe. Please welcome an artist who proves that stillness can carry the same charge as a roaring crowd.Fangirls and fanboys, HILLARI. 00:00 Preview00:35 Intro01:13 Norwegian and Filipino roots02:15 The artist I was becoming03:22 Stillness as a bold move05:30 Career as a roadtrip06:39 Setbacks you needed to have08:09 New album in the works09:29 Keeping the HILLARI DNA alive10:44 Planned or Happy Accidents11:14 Sold out New York show13:48 Rituals14:49 Emotional center of your Manila show15:31 Fangirling over16:44 Writing or performing17:46 Hardest thing to figure out18:49 Alternate timeline19:31 Final words19:59 AD
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!I got the amazing opportunity to talk to the two lead actors from one of my favorite Netflix shows: Nobody Wants This. Watching Season 1 when it first dropped really reminded me of how great writing and undeniable chemistry can make a show feel timeless. And having two actors who defined that golden era of TV show us they’ve still got it, now that was something truly special. It was so special getting the chance to speak to these two for Season 2!Fangirls and fanboys, Kristen Bell and Adam Brody!00:00 Preview00:21 Intro 00:37 Humans overcomplicate things01:28 Understanding who Noah could become by Season 202:07 A setback that turned out better than expected03:37 Tough Love they'd give Noah and Joanne
Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. You know her voice the moment you hear it... gritty, emotional, and impossible to forget. She first wowed the country on Tawag ng Tanghalan and now she’s dropping her first full album, Lab Songs ng mga Tanga, a project that shows just how much she owns her sound. I’m excited to dig into the stories, the risks, and the writing sessions behind the music.Fangirls and Fanboys, Janine Berdin!00:00 Preview00:47 Intro01:28 When did you find out you wanted to make your own music?06:15 From releasing singles, to now a full-length album08:04 Happy accidents or map out every detail?10:31 A gamble that didn't pay off at first14:01 Tattoos18:36 AD19:30 Other genres that creep into your music21:04 Writing or performing23:28 What are you currently fangirling over26:05 Music like a video game27:28 Sponge Cola collaboration30:16 Song that hits different31:49 Final words
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy, with me your host Chris Cantada Force.Growing up with the Tron franchise, I was thrilled to hear about TRON: ARES. And getting the chance to speak with one of its lead stars was such an incredible experience. I had an amazing time during our conversation and can’t wait for you to watch it!Fangirls and fanboys, GRETA LEE!00:00 Preview00:40 Balancing Imagination and Scale02:24 Who she would pull from the Grid for 29 mins03:11 Nine Inch Nails04:46 Tron Fandom
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