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Hello everyone! My name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today, we're joined by one of P-pop's newest girl groups as they celebrate the release of their debut album. DNA has been carving out their own identity through powerful harmonies, and a fresh energy that's uniquely their own. We'll be talking about their journey, the stories behind the album, and what it means to create music as a family.

Fangirls and fanboys, Ezri, Julia, and Tasha of DNA!

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Hi everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today we're celebrating one of the most influential bands of the OPM alternative scene as they reunite not just to revisit the songs that shaped a generation, but to share a new chapter with new music. We'll be talking about the journey from the 90s to today, the stories behind the reunion, and what they've discovered about themselves after decades of making music.

Fangirls and fanboys, Barbie, Wendell, ...

Hello everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today's guest has a gift for turning deeply personal emotions into songs that resonate with so many listeners. From the breakout success of Ako Naman Muna to the journey behind Panahon, she's continued to grow not just as a songwriter, but as an artist who's become even more confident in her own voice.

Fangirls and fanboys, Angela Ken!

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Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy! To celebrate the return of Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, I wanted to do something a little different from the usual junket interview. Instead of a traditional Q&A, we put the cast through two fan-inspired games: Truth or Flame, where they tested their memory of Season 1, and "Who's Most Likely To," where they reveal how much they know about each other.

Fangirls and Fanboys, Gordon Cormier (Aang), Kiawentiio (Kata...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy! Today is a special one because this marks my very first official HBO Max junket, and I couldn't have asked for a better way to kick things off. We're heading back to Westeros as I chat with two of the stars of House of the Dragon. We talk about Daemon and Rhaenyra's evolution over three seasons, the weight of power and identity, and even have some fun imagining what would happen if they traded places with other character...

Here's a throwback to my interview with Hurley himself, Jorge Garcia from LOST.

#JorgeGarcia #Lost #LostTV

Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today’s guest is a singer, songwriter, performer, and artist whose career has constantly evolved across genres and stages. From theater productions, to General Luna, to her solo work that blends rock, jazz, and classical influences, she’s built a career defined by reinvention and creative freedom. And as a fellow musician, I feel like there’s a lot we can get into about artistry, performance, songwritin...

Hi everyone, my name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Not Suitable for Work is a show about ambition, uncertainty, friendship, and trying to figure life out when nobody really knows what they're doing. So today, I'm joined by the incredible cast behind the series.

Fangirls and fanboys, please welcome Avantika Vandanapu, Ella Hunt, Jack Martin, Nicholas Duvernay, and Will Angus!

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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 an actress whose performance as Becka in The Testaments is something that really stayed with me. Coming from a background in theater and Broadway, I thought it was really fascinating hearing her talk about learning to trade projection for subtlety as a performer. We dove into The Testaments, her acting journey, and some thoughtful conversations about loneliness, identity, and everythin...

Hello everyone, my name is Chris Cantada and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. Today’s episode is a special one for me. Before the interviews, before the podcast, before the spandex even, I was part of a band that would go on to become one of the most enduring names in Filipino music. For more than two decades, this band has created songs that many of you grew up with and continue to discover even today.

This conversation is unique because I’m not just speaking to any arti...

Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

My guest today is an actress a lot of people are talking about right now because of her performance as Eunice in Beef Season 2. What I really loved is how much she’s able to communicate in such subtle and controlled ways, and it makes her such an interesting character to watch throughout the season. I'm so happy that she said yes to be on the show today, and I'm really excited to dive into Beef, her act...

For me as a 90s kid, Mortal Kombat was one of those games that just stuck with you. I remember playing it on my cousin's Sega, trying to memorize all the Fatalities, figuring things out with friends, and just being completely pulled into that world.

So seeing it now, years later, still evolving into something bigger, makes me a proud fan. I enjoyed the first movie, but this sequel really expands everything, the scale, the characters, and the emotion behind the fights. My mind was blown in the b...

Hello everyone, my name is Chris Cantada and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today is a special one for me because I’m joined by two actors whose work I’ve followed and admired for years. Both are known for bringing incredible depth, commitment, and transformation to their roles, and one of them has even been part of a film that meant so much to me personally growing up (That Thing You Do). Today they star in APEX, a tense and immersive story about survival and instincts...

Hello everyone, my name is Chris Cantada and welcome to a new episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today’s guest is part of a new generation of Asian artists redefining what it means to be global. She began her journey at a young age, training in South Korea before emerging as one of Thailand’s most exciting pop voices. Over the years, she has expanded beyond music into acting, while also continuing to evolve her artistry through collaborations across borders and cultures.

Now, at just 22, she...

Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

My guests today are part of a band that has quietly built one of the most passionate online fanbases in indie rock. Blending high energy melodies with thoughtful songwriting, their music has found its way through gaming communities, streaming culture, and live stages around the world.

Today I’m joined by two of the guitarists behind that sound.
Fangirls and fanboys, Jacob Tsafatinos and David Wood of G...

Hello everyone! My name is Chris Cantada and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!

Today’s guest is a singer songwriter whose music has been making waves in the indie pop world. Her sound blends emotion, experimentation, and storytelling in a way that really stands out. With her new EP Ore just released, it felt like the perfect time to sit down and talk about her journey, her creative process, and everything that’s led her here.

Fangirl and Fanboys, Ena Mori!

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Hello everyone, my name is Chris Cantada and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.

Today we are jumping back into the world of XO, Kitty, a show that has given us romance, chaos, and plenty of moments that make us reflect on love and growing up. Over the past two seasons, fans have really connected with these characters and the journey they have been on, and this new chapter continues to explore all the messy and meaningful parts of relationships and self discovery. I am excit...

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...

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...

For anyone new to the podcast, I’ve actually been doing interviews since 2015 on my first channel, Chris Cantada Force. In this episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite clips from back then. Some of you might have seen them, and some of you might be discovering them for the first time.

Featuring:

Tom Holland
Chris Evans
Jason Momoa
Chris Hemsworth
Keanu Reeves
Carrie-Anne Moss
Ryan Coogler
Shawn Levy
Zack Snyder
Manny Jacinto
Mark Wahlberg
and Ludi Lin!

#ToHolland #ChrisEvans #JasonMomoa

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 th...

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 fan...

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.

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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.

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