Once Again

Hello listeners! We're back! Sorry for taking some unannounced time off but we're back with some new episodes. And what better way to celebrate than with an episode dedicated to both Ashley's birthday and smut writing! While we briefly discuss a few short stories, the bulk of this episode focuses on Laura Thalassa's " Four Horsemen Series ."

Originally planned for Halloween, but now released at the end of November, this week's episode of the Once Again Podcast is covering Mary Shelley 's 1818 novel, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus . Join hosts Ashley and Jason as we discuss the plot, themes, and differences between what Shelley wrote and what Frankenstein has become in pop culture. Also, going forward, in November we will be c...

It has been two years since the Cromwell /Piper family saved both Halloweentown and the mortal world from the evil Kalabar . During that time, Aggie Cromwell ( Debbie Reynolds ) has been developing her grandchildren's magical abilities. But when Marnie Piper ( Kimberly J. Brown ) falls for their new, mysterious neighbor Cal ( Daniel Kountz ), the family must return to Halloweentown, once more, to...

When the Hansen siblings, Matt ( Adam O'Leary ), Chelsea ( Laura Vandervoort ), and Taylor ( Myles Jeffrey ), set their mother Lynette ( Caroline Rhea ) on a blind date, they soon discover that they may have bit off more than they can chew. At first the charming Dimitri Denatos ( Charles Shaughnessy ) seemed to be a prince; but could he actually be the Prince of Darkness instead? Well no, because...

In celebration of Jason's birthday, we are covering the greatest cinematic masterpiece (can you tell who writes these summaries?), The Godfather . What is your favorite movie?

Continuing our coverage on the latest Star Wars Disney + series, Ahsoka , this week. We're now more than halfway through the season and what are Ashley and Jason's thoughts about the show so far? Listen to our episode to find out.

After a brief hiatus, the Once Again Podcast returns to discuss the first three episodes of the new Disney+ Star Wars series, Ashoka . Join hosts Ashley and Jason as we recap the episodes and give our thoughts (and hopes) for where the series is heading.

Audiences have seemingly spoken, and things do not look for Warner Bros' newest superhero movie, The Flash (2023). But before that film's release, hosts Ashley and Jason recorded this episode of the Once Again Podcast where they discuss Tim Burton 's 1992 film, Batman Returns . Michael Keaton reprises his role as Batman where he must face a new threat to Gotham City in Danny DeVito 's Penguin ; an...

34 years ago, today, the first blockbuster, superhero film released to theaters, Batman . Starring Michael Keaton as Batman, Kim Basinger as Vicki Vale, and J ack Nicholson as the Joker and directed by Tim Burton , the film was an instant hit and caused "Batmania" nation-wide. In 2023, Michael Keaton returns to the role for The Flash . And with Jason greatly anticipating what that movie could poss...

Ashley’s wish came true and in this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , you can finally hear our opinions on 2022’s Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers . Spoiler alert: we liked it. Thirty years ago, Chip (John Mulaney) and Dale (Andy Samberg) were on top with a hit TV show; however, after a rift causes the two to go separate ways, the duo finds themselves living unfulfilled lives. But when a mutu...

In this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason have unlocked childhood traumas they had long forgotten about. This classic, “children’s” movie was filled with dark horrors that neither host remembered or expected. If you haven’t watched The Brave Little Toaster in a long time, just watch Toy Story instead; it’s the same movie but without the trauma. Unusual Magic Jewelry...

In this week’s episode, hosts Ashley and Jason take a trip back in time to discuss the 1946 Disney classic , Make Mine Music . Made during the height of World War II, this package film was quickly put together to keep the studio afloat. What segments will our hosts love and which one will that loath? Find out on this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast . Unusual Magic Jewelry: https://www.ets...

May the Fourth be with you (always). Happy Star Wars Day friends! In celebration, this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast is covering the final two episodes of season three of The Mandalorian . What obstacles lie in store for Din Djarin , Grogu , Bo Katan , and the rest of our protagonists? Will they be able to reclaim their homeworld of Mandalore ? And what are hosts Ashley and Jason’s opin...

Dank Farrik ! Season three may be over now, but here’s our discussion on episodes 4-6 on this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast . Hosts Ashley and Jason discuss what we are enjoying about the show so far, and what we want to see going forward. How did we feel about the Jack Black/Lizzo “controversy?” What about Christopher Llyod’s character? And how many times will Jason mispronounce Carson...

This is the w— eek where hosts Ashley and Jason discuss the first three episodes of season three of the Disney+ series, The Mandalorian . Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) has been reunited with his adoptive son Grogu and the two set out to redeem his father in the eyes of his clan. He is joined by old friends and new as he walks the way of the Mandalore . Unusual Magic Jewelry: https://www.etsy.com/shop/...

In this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason discuss the 1988 Disney classic (and in our opinion, launch of the Disney Renaissance ) Oliver & Company . Orphan kitten Oliver ( Joey Lawrence ) befriends a New York City gang of dogs lead by Dodger ( Billy Joe l) and their human Fagin ( Dom DeLuise ). But when the gang mistakes Oliver’s adoption for a kidnapping, antic...

For the 100th episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason discuss the 1988 Disney classic, Who Framed Roger Rabbit ? In this Zemeckis film, private investigator Eddie Valiant (Bob Koskins) lives in a 1940s Los Angeles where humans and cartoons (or toons, for short) coexist. When Valiant is hired to investigate Jessica Rabbit (Kathleen Turner) , he ends up having to team up with her...

In this week’s (long awaited) episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason discuss one of the final Disney classics, The Great Mouse Detective . A film which we both loved during our childhoods and some argue is the unofficial start of the Disney Renaissance . Join us as we discuss Sherlock– we mean Basil of Baker Street and his companion Dr. Watson– eh, Dr. Dawson on their adventure...

In this week’s (delayed) episode of the Once Again Podcast – sorry about that – hosts Ashley and Jason discuss the infamous, near-bankrupting- Disney classic, The Black Cauldron . This was a first-time viewing for both hosts and left us turning to the Chronicles of Prydain series for answers. Join us as we examine Taran, Eilonwy, Fflewddur Fflam, Gurgi, the Horned King, and the rest in this dark f...

In this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason discuss what many consider to be the saddest Disney classic, The Fox and the Hound . A tale of two childhood friends who are destined to become natural enemies. Join us as we discuss what we believe to be actual saddest parts and how the film's ending could have been improved. Unusual Magic Jewelry: https://www.etsy.com/shop...

In this bonus episode of the Once Again Podcast , we celebrate Ashley’s birthday by discussing one of her all-time favorite novels, Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre . If you’ve never read this classic, you should; then come back and listen to our discussion about Jane and all the antics that make up her life. Or if you don’t care about “spoilers” then give it a listen today! Unusual Magic Jewelry: htt...

Happy 2023 to everyone ! In this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason will be looking at the 1977 Disney classic , Pete’s Dragon . Spoilers for this episode but neither host really cared for this film; but what aspects did they hate the most? The Gogans ? The terrible songs? The multiple, unnecessary dance numbers? Yes to all. But there were some highlights in this ter...

“Far away, long ago Glowing dim as an ember Things my heart used to know Things it yearns to remember And a song someone sings Once upon a December…” Lynn Ahrens / Stephen Flaherty In this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason take a nostalgia-filled “ Journey to the Past ” back to Don Bluth’s 1997 animated musical film, Anatasia . “ Once upon (this) December ,” our hos...

Scott Calvin has been Santa for twenty-eight years now; but when his magic starts to fail, he feels it may be time to find a replacement and retire. With the support of his wife, Carol , and his two children, Cal and Sandra , Scott embarks on a new adventure that could change the holiday season for everyone. In this week’s episode of the Once Again Podcast , hosts Ashley and Jason discuss the new...

Happy Life Day to all! As we continue to celebrate the snowy season, hosts Ashley and Jason discuss 2020's LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special . Rey has taken Finn as her Padawan but things aren't going as smoothly as she would wish. In an effort to discover how she might improve his training, Rey seeks out a once-in-a-year opportunity to learn from Jedi Masters from the past. However, her journey take...