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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 t...

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 t...

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+!

#WonderMan #Marvel #benkingsley

00:00 Preview
00:35 Intro
00:48 Showing the nerves
01:49 Trevor
03:21 Ambition and Dreams
04:39 Unive...

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...

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, M...

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!

#Stran...

Here's a throwback to my interview with the cast of Stranger Things during Season 3.

#strangerthings #sadiesink #noaschnapp

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!

#Fallout #EllaPurnell #KyleMacLachlan

00:00 Preview
00:45 Intro Ella and Kyle
00:53 Lucy and Ghoul Dynamic
01:51 Hank's secrets
03:00 Who deserve...

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 B...

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!

#Cla...

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 rele...

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 fanb...

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 so...

Hello everyone, and welcome to a special episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. Since Season 2 and 3 of Avatar: The Last Airbender has officially wrapped, I wanted to share a throwback on the time I played a challenge with the cast when they were promoting season one!

Fangirls and fanboys, here are Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Dallas Liu, and Ian Ousley!

#Avatar #AvatarTheLastAirbender #TheLastAirbender

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 fri...

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!

#PowerR...

Eddie Murphy has VERY FEW fond memories while making his movies.

#EddieMurphy #BeverlyHillsCop #ComingToAmerica

Tania Raymonde on playing Alex on LOST, Time Travel, and core memories on set.

#TaniaRaymonde #Lost #LostTv

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, t...

Naomi Scott and Becky G on Power Rangers Legacy and Negative Reaction to the 2017 Movie.

#PowerRangers #NaomiScott #BeckyG

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 fa...

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-...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. Today is another great day, because I get to chat with one of my talented friends. She’s a remarkable actress, powerful singer, host, and she’s a cunning Yutnori player. That’s a Korean Children’s game, and she kicked our butts when we played back in Korea. Fangirls and Fanboys, Denise Laurel.

#DeniseLaurel #Kdrama #PrinsesaNgCityJail

00:00 Preview
00:46 Intro
01:27 Rouge days
03:4...

Hi everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. Such a great start of the year because this is the first interview that is being conducted in my podcast studio so to speak. And to celebrate this first, I couldn't think of anyone better to be my guest for this session.She started her acting career as early as 2015, and now she has had numerous projects under belt. Her movie Green Bones just won Best Picture in the 50th Metro Manila Fi...